Former Member of Parliament
Mr Michael Clapham
Labour MP for Barnsley West and Penistone
At a glanceMr Michael Clapham was a Labour MP for Barnsley West and Penistone.
Early day motions
| 2 Feb 2010 | TEN YEARS OF THE COALFIELD REGENERATION TRUST | 62 sig. |
| 15 Dec 2009 | DRAFT REGULATIONS ON BLACKLISTING OF TRADE UNIONISTS | 70 sig. |
| 25 Nov 2009 | RIGHTS OF THOSE WITH PLEURAL PLAQUES | 94 sig. |
| 25 Nov 2009 | BLACKLISTING RUINS LIVES CAMPAIGNS | 69 sig. |
| 9 Nov 2009 | RESTORING THE RIGHTS OF PLEURAL PLAQUE SUFFERERS | 75 sig. |
| 21 Oct 2009 | BRITISH SAFETY COUNCIL WORK WITH YOUNG PEOPLE | 55 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Committee memberships
- Business, Innovation and Skills Committee 1 Oct 2009 – 6 May 2010
- Business and Enterprise Committee 10 Mar 2008 – 30 Sep 2009
- Trade & Industry 20 Oct 2003 – 8 Nov 2007
- Trade & Industry 26 Oct 1992 – 21 Mar 1997
Previous seats
- Barnsley West and Penistone · Elected 3 times 1 May 1997 – 6 May 2010
- Barnsley West and Penistone · Elected 1 time 9 Apr 1992 – 1 May 1997
Party affiliation
- Labour 9 Apr 1992 – 6 May 2010
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Mr Michael Clapham, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Mr Michael Clapham?
Mr Michael Clapham was a Member of Parliament who represented Barnsley West and Penistone in the House of Commons. See Mr Michael Clapham's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Mr Michael Clapham represent?
Mr Michael Clapham sat as Labour. See Mr Michael Clapham's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Mr Michael Clapham represent?
Mr Michael Clapham was the Member of Parliament for Barnsley West and Penistone. See Mr Michael Clapham's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Mr Michael Clapham?
Mr Michael Clapham has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Mr Michael Clapham's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.