Former Member of Parliament
Albert Booth
Labour MP for Barrow-in-Furness
At a glanceAlbert Booth was a Labour MP for Barrow-in-Furness.
Full parliamentary career
Government posts
- Secretary of State for Employment · Department of Employment 8 Apr 1976 – 4 May 1979
- Minister of State (Department of Employment) · Department of Employment 8 Mar 1974 – 8 Apr 1976
Opposition posts
- Shadow Secretary of State for Transport · Department for Transport 5 May 1979 – 9 Jun 1983
Other posts
- Treasurer, Labour Party 1 Jul 1983 – 1 Jul 1984
Previous seats
- Barrow-in-Furness · Elected 3 times 28 Feb 1974 – 9 Jun 1983
- Barrow-in-Furness · Elected 2 times 31 Mar 1966 – 28 Feb 1974
Elections contested
- Warrington South 11 Jun 1987
- Barrow and Furness 9 Jun 1983
- Tynemouth 15 Oct 1964
Party affiliation
- Labour 31 Mar 1966 – 9 Jun 1983
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Albert Booth, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Albert Booth?
Albert Booth was a Member of Parliament who represented Barrow-in-Furness in the House of Commons. See Albert Booth's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Albert Booth represent?
Albert Booth sat as Labour. See Albert Booth's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Albert Booth represent?
Albert Booth was the Member of Parliament for Barrow-in-Furness. See Albert Booth's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Albert Booth?
Albert Booth has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Albert Booth's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.