Former Member of Parliament
John Watson
Conservative MP for Skipton and Ripon
At a glanceJohn Watson was a Conservative MP for Skipton and Ripon.
Full parliamentary career
Previous seats
- Skipton and Ripon · Elected 1 time 9 Jun 1983 – 11 Jun 1987
- Skipton · Elected 1 time 3 May 1979 – 9 Jun 1983
Elections contested
- York 10 Oct 1974
- York 28 Feb 1974
Party affiliation
- Conservative 3 May 1979 – 11 Jun 1987
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about John Watson, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is John Watson?
John Watson was a Member of Parliament who represented Skipton and Ripon in the House of Commons. See John Watson's official Parliament profile.
Which party did John Watson represent?
John Watson sat as Conservative. See John Watson's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did John Watson represent?
John Watson was the Member of Parliament for Skipton and Ripon. See John Watson's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for John Watson?
John Watson has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See John Watson's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.