Former Member of Parliament
Michael Cocks
Labour MP for Bristol South
At a glanceMichael Cocks was a Labour MP for Bristol South.
Full parliamentary career
Government posts
- Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasury (Chief Whip) · HM Treasury 8 Apr 1976 – 4 May 1979
- Lord Commissioner (HM Treasury) (Whip) · HM Treasury 28 Jun 1974 – 8 Apr 1976
- Assistant Whip (HM Treasury) · HM Treasury 8 Mar 1974 – 24 Jun 1974
Opposition posts
- Shadow Chief Whip (Commons) · Whips Office (Commons) 4 May 1979 – 1 Jul 1985
Previous seats
- Bristol South · Elected 1 time 9 Jun 1983 – 11 Jun 1987
- Bristol South · Elected 3 times 28 Feb 1974 – 9 Jun 1983
- Bristol South · Elected 1 time 18 Jun 1970 – 28 Feb 1974
Elections contested
- South Gloucestershire 31 Mar 1966
- South Gloucestershire 15 Oct 1964
- Bristol West 8 Oct 1959
Party affiliation
- Labour 18 Jun 1970 – 11 Jun 1987
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Michael Cocks, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Michael Cocks?
Michael Cocks was a Member of Parliament who represented Bristol South in the House of Commons. See Michael Cocks's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Michael Cocks represent?
Michael Cocks sat as Labour. See Michael Cocks's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Michael Cocks represent?
Michael Cocks was the Member of Parliament for Bristol South. See Michael Cocks's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Michael Cocks?
Michael Cocks has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Michael Cocks's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.