Former Member of Parliament
Mark Durkan
Social Democratic & Labour Party MP for Foyle
At a glanceMark Durkan was a Social Democratic & Labour Party MP for Foyle.
Early day motions
| 1 Mar 2017 | OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH | 53 sig. |
| 7 Feb 2017 | CONFLICT AND HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE PHILIPPINES | 33 sig. |
| 11 Jan 2017 | UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION 2334 | 32 sig. |
| 11 Jan 2017 | ANTI-SLAVERY ACTIVISTS IN MAURITANIA | 31 sig. |
| 15 Sep 2016 | FREEDOM OF THE MEDIA IN TURKEY | 33 sig. |
| 26 May 2016 | SLAVERY IN MAURITANIA | 28 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Opposition posts
- Shadow SDLP Spokesperson (Work and Pensions) · Opposition Department 1 Jun 2011 – 30 Mar 2015
- Shadow SDLP Spokesperson (International Development) · Opposition Department 1 Jun 2011 – 30 Mar 2015
- Shadow SDLP Spokesperson (Justice) · Opposition Department 1 Jun 2010 – 30 Mar 2015
- Shadow SDLP Spokesperson (Treasury) · Opposition Department 1 Jun 2010 – 30 Mar 2015
- Shadow SDLP Spokesperson (Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs) · Opposition Department 1 Jun 2010 – 30 Mar 2015
- Shadow SDLP Spokesperson (Home Affairs) · Opposition Department 1 Jun 2010 – 30 Mar 2015
- Shadow Minister (Treasury) · HM Treasury 1 Jun 2010 – 30 Jun 2010
Other posts
- Leader of the Social Democratic & Labour Party 1 Oct 2001 – 6 May 2010
Committee memberships
- Committee on the Future Relationship with the European Union 7 Nov 2016 – 3 May 2017
- Political and Constitutional Reform Committee 31 Oct 2013 – 30 Mar 2015
Previous seats
- Foyle · Elected 2 times 6 May 2010 – 3 May 2017
- Foyle · Elected 1 time 5 May 2005 – 6 May 2010
Elections contested
- Foyle 8 Jun 2017
Party affiliation
- Social Democratic & Labour Party 5 May 2005 – 3 May 2017
Expenses
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Mark Durkan, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Mark Durkan?
Mark Durkan was a Member of Parliament who represented Foyle in the House of Commons. See Mark Durkan's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Mark Durkan represent?
Mark Durkan sat as Social Democratic & Labour Party. See Mark Durkan's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Mark Durkan represent?
Mark Durkan was the Member of Parliament for Foyle. See Mark Durkan's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Mark Durkan?
Mark Durkan has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Mark Durkan's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.