Member of the House of Lords
Lord Bruce of Bennachie
Liberal Democrat
Liberal Democrat Lords Spokesperson (Scotland)
At a glanceLord Bruce of Bennachie is a Liberal Democrat member of the House of Lords. They currently serve as Liberal Democrat Lords Spokesperson (Scotland).
Lords divisions Lord Bruce of Bennachie has voted in. Content is a vote for the motion, Not Content against. Peers attend divisions ad hoc, so there is no attendance figure.
Biography
Current roles
- International Relations and Defence Committee Committee since 31 Jan 2024
- Liberal Democrat Lords Spokesperson (Scotland) Opposition post · Opposition Department since 28 Oct 2016
- Liberal Democrat Party since 2 Mar 1988
Voting record
| 21 Jul 2026 | Business of the House motion on Arrangement of the Order Paper 22 July | Not Content |
| 20 Jul 2026 | Social Housing Bill [HL] | Not Content |
| 20 Jul 2026 | Social Housing Bill [HL] | Content |
| 15 Jul 2026 | Sporting Events Bill [HL] | Content |
| 15 Jul 2026 | Sporting Events Bill [HL] | Content |
| 13 Jul 2026 | Civil Aviation (Consumer Protection and Regulatory Reform) Bill [HL] | Not Content |
| 30 Jun 2026 | National Security (State Threats) Bill | Not Content |
| 28 Apr 2026 | Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill | Content |
| 27 Apr 2026 | Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill | Content |
| 27 Apr 2026 | English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill | Content |
| 27 Apr 2026 | English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill | Content |
| 23 Apr 2026 | English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill | Content |
| 23 Apr 2026 | English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill | Content |
| 23 Apr 2026 | English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill | Content |
| 23 Apr 2026 | English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill | Content |
Full parliamentary career
Opposition posts
- Liberal Democrat Spokesperson (Northern Ireland) · Opposition Department 29 Aug 2019 – 31 Aug 2020
- Shadow Secretary of State for Trade and Industry · Department of Trade and Industry 1 Jun 2003 – 1 Jun 2005
- Shadow Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs 1 Jan 2001 – 1 Jan 2002
- Shadow Spokesperson (Treasury) · HM Treasury 1 Jan 1994 – 1 Jan 1999
- Shadow Spokesperson (Trade and Industry) · Department of Trade and Industry 1 Jan 1992 – 1 Jan 1994
- Shadow Spokesperson (Scotland) · Scotland Office 1 Jan 1990 – 1 Jan 1992
- Shadow Spokesperson (Energy and Climate Change) · Department of Energy and Climate Change 1 Jan 1988 – 1 Jan 1989
- Shadow Spokesperson (Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs 1 Jan 1988 – 1 Jan 1989
- Shadow Spokesperson (Trade and Industry) · Department of Trade and Industry 1 Jan 1987 – 1 Jan 1988
- Shadow Spokesperson (Work and Pensions) · Department for Work and Pensions 1 Jan 1987 – 1 Jan 1987
- Shadow Spokesperson (Energy and Climate Change) · Department of Energy and Climate Change 1 Jan 1985 – 1 Jan 1987
Other posts
- Deputy Leader, Liberal Democrats 29 Jan 2014 – 30 Mar 2015
Committee memberships
- Environment and Climate Change Committee 31 Jan 2023 – 31 Jan 2024
- Common Frameworks Scrutiny Committee 17 Sep 2020 – 31 Dec 2023
- EU Services Sub-Committee 23 Apr 2020 – 31 Mar 2021
- EU Financial Affairs Sub-Committee 27 Jun 2017 – 23 Apr 2020
- National Security Strategy (Joint Committee) 13 Jan 2010 – 30 Mar 2015
- Committees on Arms Export Controls 10 Mar 2008 – 30 Mar 2015
- International Development Committee · Chair 14 Jul 2005 – 30 Mar 2015
- International Development Committee 12 Jul 2005 – 30 Mar 2015
- Liaison Committee (Commons) 11 Jul 2005 – 30 Mar 2015
- Standards and Privileges 3 Nov 1999 – 11 May 2001
- Treasury Committee 15 Nov 1995 – 31 Jul 1998
- Trade & Industry 26 Oct 1992 – 28 Nov 1994
- Science, Innovation and Technology Committee 27 Apr 1992 – 9 Nov 1992
- Trade & Industry 17 Jun 1987 – 15 Feb 1990
- Scottish Affairs Committee 9 Jun 1983 – 15 May 1987
Previous seats
- Gordon · Elected 2 times 5 May 2005 – 30 Mar 2015
- Gordon · Elected 2 times 1 May 1997 – 5 May 2005
- Gordon · Elected 3 times 9 Jun 1983 – 1 May 1997
Elections contested
- West Aberdeenshire 3 May 1979
- North Angus and Mearns 10 Oct 1974
Party affiliation
- Liberal 9 Jun 1983 – 2 Mar 1988
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Lord Bruce of Bennachie, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Lord Bruce of Bennachie?
Lord Bruce of Bennachie is a member of the House of Lords. See Lord Bruce of Bennachie's official Parliament profile.
Which party does Lord Bruce of Bennachie represent?
Lord Bruce of Bennachie sits as Liberal Democrat in the House of Lords. See Lord Bruce of Bennachie's official Parliament profile.
How long has Lord Bruce of Bennachie sat in the House of Lords?
Lord Bruce of Bennachie has served in the House of Lords for 10 years, 9 months. See Lord Bruce of Bennachie's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Lord Bruce of Bennachie?
Lord Bruce of Bennachie has no entries in the Register of Lords' Interests. See Lord Bruce of Bennachie's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.