The Baroness Curran
Labour
Member of the House of Lords
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Baroness Curran's full title is The Baroness Curran. Her name is Margaret Patricia Curran, and she is a current member of the House of Lords.
Allowance claims · 2026
Data not yet released for 2026 — the Lords Finance Office publishes monthly CSVs ~6-8 weeks after month-end.
Lords votes · 2026
162 divisions
4 Content(2.5%)
139 Not-Content(85.8%)
19 didn't vote(11.7%)
2026-04-27
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Source: lordsvotes-api.parliament.uk. "Result" shows the headline
Content vs Not-Content tally (including tellers). The Lords doesn't
publish a "didn't vote" attendance roll like the Commons, so the
figure above conflates absence with abstention.
Recent Hansard contributions · latest 25
2026-05-19
King’s Speech
My Lords, I must admit that when I saw my name so far down the speakers’ list, I hesitated and thought, “I’ll have so many speeches I have to listen to”, but I am so glad that I have spent the afternoon and early evening here, because as an ordinary but
2026-05-19
El Niño: Impact
My noble friend the Minister is clearly aware of the urgency of this situation and the demands across government that we must respond to it. The sector is now increasingly asking government to adopt a whole-of-government approach to develop a more resili
2026-05-19
Climate Change: Government Action
I thank my noble friend for that Answer. Will he join me in sending warmest wishes to Sir David Attenborough on his 100th birthday? I am sure that all in this House would pay tribute to the extraordinary contribution of Sir David to our understanding of
2026-05-19
Climate Change: Government Action
To ask His Majesty’s Government what action they are taking to tackle climate change.
2026-04-22
Low-carbon Heat Networks
To ask His Majesty’s Government what plans they have to support the rollout of low carbon heat networks.
2026-03-24
Reducing Government Spending
My Lords, can my noble friend spell out to the House the benefits of increased public expenditure on health and how this actually contributes to economic growth? Can he spell out the benefits of increased public expenditure on defence, which contributes
2026-03-11
Middle East: Defence
My Lords, I associate myself with the gratitude and thanks to the armed services that has been expressed by all Members of this House. I ask my noble friend the Minister directly, does he agree with me that the British people understand that the respons
My Lords, I agree that we should judge the Government on what they do. My noble friend the Minister has referred to the £10 billion defence contract with Norway to build Type 26 frigates, which has for the first time in many years brought sustainability
My Lords—
2026-01-20
Youth Unemployment
My Lords, does my noble friend the Minister agree that the youth guarantee scheme could represent a step change in dealing with profound issues around youth unemployment? Does the scheme include a gender analysis to make sure that young girls get those o
2026-01-13
Youth Guarantee Scheme: Evaluation
I thank the Minister for that reply. I am sure she will agree that the youth guarantee scheme could be a vital reform to the welfare state, offering a lifeline to young people who are currently shut out from the rewards of work and learning. Can the Mini
2026-01-13
Youth Guarantee Scheme: Evaluation
To ask His Majesty’s Government how the success of the Youth Guarantee scheme will be measured; in particular, what specific employment and training outcomes will be targeted and how long-term labour market impacts will be evaluated.
2025-12-09
Armed Services: Sexual Violence
To ask His Majesty’s Government what support is offered to victims of sexual violence in the armed services.
2025-12-09
Armed Services: Sexual Violence
I thank my noble friend the Minister for that very helpful reply. Are all complaints of sexual harassment and assault recorded? How are they monitored, and is the Minister aware of what percentage leads to disciplinary action or prosecution?
2025-12-04
Autumn Budget 2025
My Lords, I begin by offering my congratulations to the right reverend Prelate the Bishop of Portsmouth on his inspiring maiden speech. In the short time I have, I want to make two key arguments. First, the Government are right to tackle the fundamental
2025-12-01
OBR Forecasts
My Lords, we have had much discussion of the process in these questions so far, but can my noble friend the Minister remind the House that it is the substance of the Budget that matters much more for families and businesses throughout this country? The d
2025-11-19
Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Industry
My Lords, I am sure that my noble friend the Minister is aware that ExxonMobil is planning to close its Mossmorran ethylene plant in Fife in the great footballing nation of Scotland. I could not resist. While that result will give the workers great cheer
I thank my noble friend for that reply. Does he recognise that this £10 billion deal secures the future of shipbuilding on the Clyde for years to come and is surely a vote of confidence in the UK Labour Government? However, is he aware that this is in st
To ask His Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the economic and industrial impact in Scotland of the United Kingdom’s recent defence agreement with Norway, and what discussions they have had with the Scottish Government to ensure Sc
2025-10-20
GDP Per Capita
My Lords, can my noble friend the Minister explain to the House the role of record levels of public investment and how they contribute to economic growth? In his answer, lest we forget, can he remind the House of the financial legacy that we inherited fr
I strongly welcome this opportunity to speak in support of the Bill introduced by my honourable friend Tracy Gilbert. As has been said, and I am sure we all agree, it is vital to ensure that all electors are able to participate in the process and choose
2025-05-13
Trade Negotiations
I say to my noble friend the Minister that I warmly welcome this Statement, most particularly its emphasis on the negotiations with India in respect of the Scottish whisky industry and the benefits it will bring for that industry but also, more broadly,
2025-04-29
Defence Spending: Scotland
I thank my noble friend the Minister for that reply. I know that he is in high standing in the defence sector in Scotland. Will he consider the establishment of a specific, proactive programme of employment within deprived communities to ensure that the
2025-04-29
Defence Spending: Scotland
To ask His Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the impact in Scotland of increased defence spending.
2025-04-03
Net-zero Emissions Target: Affordability
My Lords and Ladies, I am delighted to speak in this debate this afternoon and to follow the noble Lord, Lord Offord. This is only my second speech in this House, and I am pleased to make it on such a vital subject. I look forward to the maiden speech of
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Register of Interests · 6 entries on file
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Category 1: Remunerated employment etc.
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A Baroness in Waiting (Government Whip)
registered 2026-06-15
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Expert adviser, Alice Public Relations (the member advises on leadership and international affairs) (interest ceased 12 June 2026)
registered 2026-01-13 · amended 2026-06-18
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Regular participant on BBC Scotland current affairs programmes (interest ceased 12 June 2026)
registered 2025-02-11 · amended 2026-06-18
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Director, RCDM Associates Limited (personal services company providing advice on international parliamentary and political programmes) (interest ceased 21 April 2026)
registered 2025-02-11 · amended 2026-06-18
Category 2: Shareholdings etc. (a)
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RCDM Associates Limited (personal services company providing advice on international parliamentary and political programmes) (shares held by the member and the member's husband) (interest ceased 21 April 2026)
registered 2025-02-11 · amended 2026-06-18
Category 4: Sponsorship
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The member receives administrative and research support from an employee of DR Advisory (strategic advice company)
registered 2026-01-13
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Party history
2010-05-06 → present
Labour
current
Government posts
2026-06-12 → present
Baroness in Waiting (HM Household) (Whip)
2025-05-22 → 2025-06-06
Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero)
Opposition posts
2011-10-07 → 2015-03-30
Shadow Secretary of State for Scotland
2010-10-08 → 2011-10-07
Shadow Minister (Work and Pensions)
Committee memberships
2010-07-12 → 2010-11-02
Work and Pensions Committee
2026-01-27 → 2026-06-15
National Resilience Committee
Contact
Parliamentary office
curranm@parliament.uk
020 7219 5353 · House of Lords, London, SW1A 0PW
020 7219 5353 · House of Lords, London, SW1A 0PW
APPGs (2026) · 0 active officership(s)
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Written parliamentary questions · 2026
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of 4 tabled
4 answered(100.0%)
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departments
2026-03-23
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Myanmar: Armed Conflict
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Bills sponsored & supported · 2026
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year. The "Sponsored" tag = lead sponsor; "Supported" = backed at
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