Former Member of Parliament
Robert Boscawen
Conservative MP for Somerton and Frome
At a glanceRobert Boscawen was a Conservative MP for Somerton and Frome.
Full parliamentary career
Government posts
- Comptroller (HM Household) · HM Household 16 Oct 1986 – 25 Jul 1988
- Vice-Chamberlain (HM Household) · HM Household 17 Feb 1983 – 15 Oct 1986
- Lord Commissioner (HM Treasury) (Whip) · HM Treasury 9 Jan 1981 – 17 Feb 1983
- Assistant Whip (HM Treasury) · HM Treasury 16 May 1979 – 9 Jan 1981
Previous seats
- Somerton and Frome · Elected 2 times 9 Jun 1983 – 9 Apr 1992
- Wells · Elected 3 times 28 Feb 1974 – 9 Jun 1983
- Wells · Elected 1 time 18 Jun 1970 – 28 Feb 1974
Elections contested
- Falmouth and Camborne 31 Mar 1966
- Falmouth and Camborne 15 Oct 1964
Party affiliation
- Conservative 18 Jun 1970 – 9 Apr 1992
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Robert Boscawen, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Robert Boscawen?
Robert Boscawen was a Member of Parliament who represented Somerton and Frome in the House of Commons. See Robert Boscawen's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Robert Boscawen represent?
Robert Boscawen sat as Conservative. See Robert Boscawen's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Robert Boscawen represent?
Robert Boscawen was the Member of Parliament for Somerton and Frome. See Robert Boscawen's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Robert Boscawen?
Robert Boscawen has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Robert Boscawen's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.