Former Member of Parliament
Jo Richardson
Labour MP for Barking
At a glanceJo Richardson was a Labour MP for Barking.
Early day motions
| 14 Jul 1992 | TOXIC SHOCK SYNDROME (No.4) | 70 sig. |
| 2 Jul 1992 | BREAST AND CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING | 100 sig. |
| 3 Jun 1992 | PALACE OF WESTMINSTER DAY NURSERY | 90 sig. |
| 15 May 1991 | CONGRATULATIONS TO EDITH CRESSON | 50 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Opposition posts
- Shadow Minister (Business, Innovation and Skills) · Department for Business, Innovation and Skills 1 Jul 1983 – 1 Jul 1992
Other posts
- Member, Labour Party National Executive Committee 1 Jul 1979 – 1 Jul 1991
- Party Chair, Labour Party 1 Jul 1989 – 1 Jul 1990
Committee memberships
- Procedure Committee 1 Nov 1978 – 9 Jun 1983
- Home Affairs Committee 3 May 1979 – 26 Nov 1982
Previous seats
- Barking · Elected 3 times 9 Jun 1983 – 1 Feb 1994
- Barking · Elected 3 times 28 Feb 1974 – 9 Jun 1983
Elections contested
- Harrow East 15 Oct 1964
- Hornchurch 8 Oct 1959
- Monmouth 26 May 1955
- Monmouth 25 Oct 1951
Party affiliation
- Labour 28 Feb 1974 – 1 Feb 1994
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Jo Richardson, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Jo Richardson?
Jo Richardson was a Member of Parliament who represented Barking in the House of Commons. See Jo Richardson's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Jo Richardson represent?
Jo Richardson sat as Labour. See Jo Richardson's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Jo Richardson represent?
Jo Richardson was the Member of Parliament for Barking. See Jo Richardson's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Jo Richardson?
Jo Richardson has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Jo Richardson's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.