Former Member of Parliament
Yvonne Fovargue
Labour MP for Makerfield
At a glanceYvonne Fovargue was a Labour MP for Makerfield.
Early day motions
| 23 Apr 2024 | Safety of electric powered vehicles and lithium-ion batteries | 9 sig. |
| 18 Nov 2020 | Electrical Fire Safety Week | 19 sig. |
| 13 Mar 2017 | STANDARD FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR PEOPLE IN DEBT | 18 sig. |
| 23 Feb 2012 | MARGE CAREY MBE | 16 sig. |
| 8 Sep 2011 | WIGAN WARRIORS | 9 sig. |
| 11 May 2011 | CHRISTMAS SAVINGS SCHEMES | 44 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Opposition posts
- Shadow Minister (Housing, Communities and Local Government) · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government 9 Jan 2018 – 14 Mar 2019
- Shadow Minister (Communities and Local Government) · Department for Communities and Local Government 3 Jul 2017 – 9 Jan 2018
- Shadow Minister (Business, Innovation and Skills) · Department for Business, Innovation and Skills 18 Sep 2015 – 27 Jun 2016
- Shadow Minister (Defence) · Ministry of Defence 8 May 2015 – 18 Sep 2015
- Shadow Minister (Education) · Department for Education 20 Oct 2014 – 30 Mar 2015
- Shadow Minister (Defence) · Ministry of Defence 7 Oct 2013 – 20 Oct 2014
- Shadow Minister (Transport) · Department for Transport 11 Jan 2013 – 7 Oct 2013
- Opposition Whip (Commons) · Whips Office (Commons) 7 Oct 2011 – 11 Jan 2013
Committee memberships
- Committee on Standards 9 Sep 2021 – 30 May 2024
- Committee of Privileges 9 Sep 2021 – 30 May 2024
- Panel of Chairs 22 Jun 2020 – 30 May 2024
- Building Societies Act 1986 (Amendment) Bill 31 Jan 2024 – 7 Feb 2024
- Electricity and Gas Transmission (Compensation) Bill 18 Jan 2023 – 25 Jan 2023
- Procedure Committee 13 Jul 2015 – 3 May 2017
- Procedure Committee 27 Jan 2014 – 30 Mar 2015
- Consolidation, &c., Bills (Joint Committee) 6 Dec 2010 – 30 Mar 2015
- Health and Social Care Committee 2 Nov 2010 – 24 Oct 2011
Previous seats
- Makerfield · Elected 4 times 6 May 2010 – 30 May 2024
Party affiliation
- Labour 6 May 2010 – 30 May 2024
Expenses
Source: IPSA (OGL v3.0)
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Yvonne Fovargue, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Yvonne Fovargue?
Yvonne Fovargue was a Member of Parliament who represented Makerfield in the House of Commons. See Yvonne Fovargue's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Yvonne Fovargue represent?
Yvonne Fovargue sat as Labour. See Yvonne Fovargue's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Yvonne Fovargue represent?
Yvonne Fovargue was the Member of Parliament for Makerfield. See Yvonne Fovargue's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Yvonne Fovargue?
Yvonne Fovargue has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Yvonne Fovargue's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.