Former Member of Parliament
Sir Bob Russell
Liberal Democrat MP for Colchester
At a glanceSir Bob Russell was a Liberal Democrat MP for Colchester.
Early day motions
| 25 Mar 2015 | EXEMPTION FROM VALUE ADDED TAX OF BROADBAND CABINETS | 4 sig. |
| 1 Sep 2014 | 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ROYAL ANGLIAN REGIMENT | 22 sig. |
| 2 Jul 2014 | OBESITY AND DEVELOPMENT OF OSTEOARTHRITIS | 30 sig. |
| 25 Jun 2014 | PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE UNITED STATES AND ISRAEL | 8 sig. |
| 4 Jun 2014 | CYSTIC FIBROSIS AND PRESCRIPTION CHARGES | 23 sig. |
| 4 Jun 2014 | EAST OF ENGLAND CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY | 7 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Opposition posts
- Shadow Minister (Defence) · Ministry of Defence 10 May 2005 – 6 May 2010
- Opposition Whip (Commons) · Whips Office (Commons) 10 May 2005 – 6 May 2010
Committee memberships
- Defence Committee 24 Oct 2011 – 30 Mar 2015
- Speaker's Committee for the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority 23 Jun 2010 – 30 Mar 2015
- Administration Committee 26 Jul 2010 – 14 Nov 2011
- Armed Forces Bill Committee 17 Jan 2011 – 8 Mar 2011
- Panel of Chairs 12 Jan 2009 – 6 May 2010
- Home Affairs Committee 24 Apr 2006 – 6 May 2010
- Armed Forces Bill Committee 19 Dec 2005 – 9 May 2006
- Regulatory Reform 12 Jul 2005 – 2 May 2006
- Home Affairs Committee 8 Jun 1998 – 12 Jul 2005
- Draft Charities Bill (Joint Committee) 29 Apr 2004 – 15 Sep 2004
Previous seats
- Colchester · Elected 1 time 6 May 2010 – 30 Mar 2015
- Colchester · Elected 3 times 1 May 1997 – 6 May 2010
Elections contested
- Colchester 8 Jun 2017
- Colchester 7 May 2015
- Colchester 3 May 1979
- Sudbury and Woodbridge 10 Oct 1974
Party affiliation
- Liberal Democrat 1 May 1997 – 30 Mar 2015
Expenses
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Sir Bob Russell, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Sir Bob Russell?
Sir Bob Russell was a Member of Parliament who represented Colchester in the House of Commons. See Sir Bob Russell's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Sir Bob Russell represent?
Sir Bob Russell sat as Liberal Democrat. See Sir Bob Russell's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Sir Bob Russell represent?
Sir Bob Russell was the Member of Parliament for Colchester. See Sir Bob Russell's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Sir Bob Russell?
Sir Bob Russell has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Sir Bob Russell's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.