Former Member of Parliament
Tam Dalyell
Labour MP for Linlithgow
At a glanceTam Dalyell was a Labour MP for Linlithgow.
Early day motions
| 12 Jan 2005 | WIND-UP OF THE IRAQ SURVEY GROUP | 43 sig. |
| 18 Oct 2004 | SCOTTISH WOMEN'S HOSPITALS FOR FOREIGN SERVICE | 35 sig. |
| 9 Dec 2002 | EDINBURGH OLD TOWN FIRE | 44 sig. |
| 7 Mar 2000 | SANCTIONS ON IRAQ | 28 sig. |
| 23 Feb 1993 | RIGHTS TO MARRIAGE IN THE CRYPT | 80 sig. |
| 17 Dec 1991 | HEAD OF THE SECURITY SERVICE | 51 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Other posts
- Father of the House of Commons 7 Jun 2001 – 5 May 2005
- Member, Labour Party National Executive Committee 1 Aug 1986 – 31 Jul 1987
Previous seats
- Linlithgow · Elected 2 times 1 May 1997 – 5 May 2005
- Linlithgow · Elected 3 times 9 Jun 1983 – 1 May 1997
- West Lothian · Elected 3 times 28 Feb 1974 – 9 Jun 1983
- West Lothian · Elected 4 times 14 Jun 1962 – 28 Feb 1974
Elections contested
- Roxburgh, Selkirk and Peebles 8 Oct 1959
Party affiliation
- Labour 14 Jun 1962 – 5 May 2005
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Tam Dalyell, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Tam Dalyell?
Tam Dalyell was a Member of Parliament who represented Linlithgow in the House of Commons. See Tam Dalyell's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Tam Dalyell represent?
Tam Dalyell sat as Labour. See Tam Dalyell's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Tam Dalyell represent?
Tam Dalyell was the Member of Parliament for Linlithgow. See Tam Dalyell's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Tam Dalyell?
Tam Dalyell has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Tam Dalyell's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.