Former Member of Parliament
John Battle
Labour MP for Leeds West
At a glanceJohn Battle was a Labour MP for Leeds West.
Early day motions
| 16 Mar 2010 | FREE CALLS TO GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS | 54 sig. |
| 26 Nov 2009 | USED COOKING OIL AND BIO-DIESEL DUTY DIFFERENTIAL | 45 sig. |
| 24 Nov 2009 | HIGH PAY COMMISSION | 135 sig. |
| 14 Jul 2009 | ARMLEY ASBESTOS DRAMA 'DUST' AND ASBESTOS-RELATED DISEASES | 43 sig. |
| 2 Jun 2009 | FINANCIAL COST OF CONTACTING GOVERNMENT | 83 sig. |
| 19 May 2009 | GET FAIR COALITION AND POVERTY IN THE UK | 95 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Government posts
- Minister of State (Foreign and Commonwealth Office) · Foreign and Commonwealth Office 29 Jul 1999 – 7 Jun 2001
- Minister of State (Department of Trade and Industry) · Department of Trade and Industry 6 May 1997 – 29 Jul 1999
Opposition posts
- Shadow Minister (Trade and Industry) (Energy) · Department of Trade and Industry 1 Jan 1995 – 1 Jan 1997
- Shadow Spokesperson (Trade and Industry) (Science and Technology) · Department of Trade and Industry 1 Jan 1994 – 1 Jan 1995
- Shadow Minister (Environment) (Housing and Planning) · Department for the Environment 1 Jan 1992 – 1 Jan 1994
- Opposition Whip (Commons) · Whips Office (Commons) 1 Jan 1990 – 1 Dec 1990
Committee memberships
- Committees on Arms Export Controls 10 Mar 2008 – 6 May 2010
- International Development Committee 10 Jun 2001 – 6 May 2010
- Northern Ireland Affairs Committee 16 Oct 2006 – 26 Nov 2007
Previous seats
- Leeds West · Elected 3 times 1 May 1997 – 6 May 2010
- Leeds West · Elected 2 times 11 Jun 1987 – 1 May 1997
Elections contested
- Leeds North West 9 Jun 1983
Party affiliation
- Labour 11 Jun 1987 – 6 May 2010
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about John Battle, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is John Battle?
John Battle was a Member of Parliament who represented Leeds West in the House of Commons. See John Battle's official Parliament profile.
Which party did John Battle represent?
John Battle sat as Labour. See John Battle's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did John Battle represent?
John Battle was the Member of Parliament for Leeds West. See John Battle's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for John Battle?
John Battle has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See John Battle's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.