Former Member of Parliament
Sir Donald Thompson
Conservative MP for Calder Valley
At a glanceSir Donald Thompson was a Conservative MP for Calder Valley.
Early day motions
| 16 Feb 1994 | CARIBBEAN BANANA REGIME | 23 sig. |
| 15 Jul 1993 | QUESTIONS OF PROCEDURE FOR MINISTERS | 1 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Government posts
- Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food) · Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food 10 Sep 1986 – 24 Jul 1989
- Lord Commissioner (HM Treasury) (Whip) · HM Treasury 14 Jan 1983 – 10 Sep 1986
- Assistant Whip (HM Treasury) · HM Treasury 9 Jan 1981 – 14 Jan 1983
Committee memberships
- Privileges 17 Nov 1994 – 17 Oct 1996
- Trade & Industry 3 May 1979 – 16 Jan 1981
Previous seats
- Calder Valley · Elected 3 times 9 Jun 1983 – 1 May 1997
- Sowerby · Elected 1 time 3 May 1979 – 9 Jun 1983
Elections contested
- Calder Valley 1 May 1997
- Sowerby 10 Oct 1974
- Sowerby 28 Feb 1974
- Batley and Morley 18 Jun 1970
Party affiliation
- Conservative 3 May 1979 – 1 May 1997
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Sir Donald Thompson, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Sir Donald Thompson?
Sir Donald Thompson was a Member of Parliament who represented Calder Valley in the House of Commons. See Sir Donald Thompson's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Sir Donald Thompson represent?
Sir Donald Thompson sat as Conservative. See Sir Donald Thompson's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Sir Donald Thompson represent?
Sir Donald Thompson was the Member of Parliament for Calder Valley. See Sir Donald Thompson's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Sir Donald Thompson?
Sir Donald Thompson has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Sir Donald Thompson's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.