Michael Shanks

MP for Rutherglen

LabourMP since 5 October 2023

Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero)

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About Michael Shanks

Michael Shanks is the Labour MP for Rutherglen, and has been an MP continually since 5 October 2023. He currently holds the Government post of Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero).

Constituencies represented

Rutherglen4 July 2024 – present
Rutherglen and Hamilton West5 October 2023 – 30 May 2024

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