Former Member of Parliament
Harry Gourlay
Labour MP for Kirkcaldy
At a glanceHarry Gourlay was a Labour MP for Kirkcaldy.
Full parliamentary career
Government posts
- Lord Commissioner (HM Treasury) (Whip) · HM Treasury 1 Jan 1966 – 1 Jan 1968
- Assistant Whip (HM Treasury) · HM Treasury 1 Jan 1964 – 1 Jan 1966
Other posts
- Deputy Speaker and Chairman of Ways and Means 1 Jan 1968 – 18 Jun 1970
Committee memberships
- Panel of Chairs 1 Nov 1983 – 1 Jan 2000
- Panel of Chairs 3 May 1979 – 15 May 1987
- Court of Referees 22 Feb 1982 – 20 Apr 1987
Previous seats
- Kirkcaldy · Elected 1 time 9 Jun 1983 – 20 Apr 1987
- Kirkcaldy · Elected 3 times 28 Feb 1974 – 9 Jun 1983
- Kirkcaldy Burghs · Elected 4 times 8 Oct 1959 – 28 Feb 1974
Elections contested
- South Angus 26 May 1955
Party affiliation
- Labour 8 Oct 1959 – 20 Apr 1987
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Harry Gourlay, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Harry Gourlay?
Harry Gourlay was a Member of Parliament who represented Kirkcaldy in the House of Commons. See Harry Gourlay's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Harry Gourlay represent?
Harry Gourlay sat as Labour. See Harry Gourlay's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Harry Gourlay represent?
Harry Gourlay was the Member of Parliament for Kirkcaldy. See Harry Gourlay's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Harry Gourlay?
Harry Gourlay has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Harry Gourlay's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.