John Biffen

Conservative - Former Member for North Shropshire

First elected: 8th November 1961


John Biffen is not an officer of any APPGs John Biffen is not a member of any APPGs
Privileges
22nd Nov 1988 - 16th Mar 1992
Leader of the House of Commons
7th Apr 1982 - 13th Jun 1987
Lord Privy Seal (Privy Council Office)
11th Jun 1983 - 12th Jun 1987
Privileges
9th Jun 1983 - 15th May 1987
Lord President of the Council (Privy Council Office)
7th Apr 1982 - 10th Jun 1983
Secretary of State for Trade
5th Jan 1981 - 5th Apr 1982
Chief Secretary to the Treasury
5th May 1979 - 4th Jan 1981


Division Voting information

John Biffen has voted in 0 divisions, and never against the majority of their Party.
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