Former Member of Parliament
Alun Michael
Labour (Co-op) MP for Cardiff South and Penarth
At a glanceAlun Michael was a Labour (Co-op) MP for Cardiff South and Penarth.
Early day motions
| 15 Mar 2012 | GOVERNMENT WORK ON RACE EQUALITY | 36 sig. |
| 9 Feb 2012 | SUCCESS OF SAFER INTERNET DAY | 25 sig. |
| 3 Nov 2011 | FAITHFULNESS MATTERS CAMPAIGN | 39 sig. |
| 3 Nov 2011 | SPRINKLER SYSTEMS IN DOMESTIC PROPERTIES | 85 sig. |
| 27 Oct 2011 | RACE ONLINE 2012 GIVE AN HOUR CAMPAIGN | 16 sig. |
| 25 Oct 2011 | 15th ANNIVERSARY OF THE INTERNET WATCH FOUNDATION | 31 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Government posts
- Minister of State (Industry and the Regions) · Department of Trade and Industry 10 May 2005 – 5 May 2006
- Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) (Rural Affairs) · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs 11 Jun 2001 – 10 May 2005
- Secretary of State for Wales · Welsh Office 27 Oct 1998 – 28 Jul 1999
- Minister of State (Home Office) · Home Office 6 May 1997 – 27 Oct 1998
Opposition posts
- Shadow Spokesperson (Home Affairs) · Home Office 1 May 1992 – 1 May 1997
- Shadow Spokesperson (Wales) · Wales Office 1 Jul 1988 – 1 May 1992
- Opposition Whip (Commons) · Whips Office (Commons) 1 Jul 1987 – 1 Jul 1988
Committee memberships
- Draft Detention of Terrorist Suspects (Temporary Extension) Bills (Joint Committee) 15 Mar 2011 – 22 Oct 2012
- Home Affairs Committee 12 Jul 2010 – 22 Oct 2012
- Welsh Affairs Committee 9 Nov 2007 – 6 May 2010
- Justice Committee 6 Nov 2007 – 6 May 2010
Previous seats
- Cardiff South and Penarth · Elected 1 time 6 May 2010 – 22 Oct 2012
- Cardiff South and Penarth · Elected 3 times 1 May 1997 – 6 May 2010
- Cardiff South and Penarth · Elected 2 times 11 Jun 1987 – 1 May 1997
Party affiliation
- Labour 11 Jun 1987 – 22 Oct 2012
Expenses
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Alun Michael, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Alun Michael?
Alun Michael was a Member of Parliament who represented Cardiff South and Penarth in the House of Commons. See Alun Michael's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Alun Michael represent?
Alun Michael sat as Labour (Co-op). See Alun Michael's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Alun Michael represent?
Alun Michael was the Member of Parliament for Cardiff South and Penarth. See Alun Michael's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Alun Michael?
Alun Michael has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Alun Michael's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.