Former Member of Parliament
Dennis Canavan
Independent MP for Falkirk West
At a glanceDennis Canavan was a Independent MP for Falkirk West.
Early day motions
| 25 Oct 1999 | SHERIFF MARGARET GIMBLETT | 5 sig. |
| 3 Nov 1997 | SCOTTISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE CHALLENGE CUP | 7 sig. |
| 20 May 1997 | KNOCKENTIBER AFC | 4 sig. |
| 19 Mar 1996 | CONTROL OF FIRE-ARMS | 145 sig. |
| 23 Jan 1996 | ALEX SMITH'S RECORD IN FOOTBALL MANAGEMENT | 54 sig. |
| 19 Dec 1995 | CONDUCT OF THE ROYAL ULSTER CONSTABULARY IN THE CASE OF MR BILLY GORMAN | 27 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Committee memberships
- International Development Committee 14 Jul 1997 – 1 Feb 1999
- Foreign Affairs Committee 12 Feb 1982 – 21 Mar 1997
Previous seats
- Falkirk West · Elected 1 time 1 May 1997 – 21 Nov 2000
- Falkirk West · Elected 3 times 9 Jun 1983 – 1 May 1997
- West Stirlingshire · Elected 2 times 10 Oct 1974 – 9 Jun 1983
Party affiliation
- Independent 26 Mar 1999 – 21 Nov 2000
- Labour 10 Oct 1974 – 26 Mar 1999
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Dennis Canavan, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Dennis Canavan?
Dennis Canavan was a Member of Parliament who represented Falkirk West in the House of Commons. See Dennis Canavan's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Dennis Canavan represent?
Dennis Canavan sat as Independent. See Dennis Canavan's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Dennis Canavan represent?
Dennis Canavan was the Member of Parliament for Falkirk West. See Dennis Canavan's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Dennis Canavan?
Dennis Canavan has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Dennis Canavan's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.