Mp Collection

War mural of Bobby Sands MP at Belfast
Belfast. War mural of Bobby Sands MP in the end corner of the terrace house. Date: 2011

Sir Robert Peel, c. 1846
Engraving of Sir Robert Peel (1788-1850), the English statesman and Prime Minister. Peel was a Conservative MP who held strong views on Irish Catholicism and Free Trade vs Protectionism

William Pitt the Younger addressing Parliament
William Pitt (the Younger) addressing the House of Commons

Enoch Powell Political Nationalist Campaigner 5th October 1976

Ratner patent safe, fire and fall resisting, Grade 1, Size MP, with details and measurements. Date: circa 1920s

Charles I and Speaker Lenthall, c1850, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Charles I and Speaker Lenthall, c1850, (1947). On 4 January 1642, King Charles I (1600-1649, standing, in hat) entered the House of Commons to arrest five Members of Parliament for high treason

Smoking club, 18th century artwork. The practice of smoking tobacco was popularised in England and Ireland in the 1580s and 1590s by the English soldier and explorer Sir Walter Raleigh (c.1552-1618)

Enoch Powell MP

Westminster Bridge and Parliament on a Christmas card
Westminster Bridge and the Houses of Parliament, with Big Ben, inside a Christmas card from Stanley Baldwin (at that time British Prime Minister). (2 of 2) Date: 1928

Ethel Snowden Suffragist. Ethel Snowden (1880-1951) portrait. Mrs. Philip Snowden, member of the N.U.W.S.S, married to Philip Snowden M.P

John Passmore Edwards, Vanity Fair, Spy
JOHN PASSMORE EDWARDS MP (1823 - 1911) Liberal Member of Parliament for Salisbury, Philanthropist, British journalist, owner and editor of the London newspaper The Echo

David Lloyd George visiting Newport during WW1
David Lloyd George, 1st Earl Lloyd-George of Dwyfor (1863-1945), British Liberal Prime Minister from 1916 to 1922. Seen here as Minister of Munitions, visiting Newport, Wales

We Gladstone / Pound / Mayal
WILLIAM EWART GLADSTONE English politician MP sitting in a chair

Sir George Newnes
SIR GEORGE NEWNES English publisher and Liberal MP

George Hudson, MP (litho)
XJF870177 George Hudson, MP (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Hudson (1800-71), English railway magnate known as the Railway King

William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne (1779-1848) (oil on canvas)
BAL10280 William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne (1779-1848) (oil on canvas) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830); Private Collection; (add.info)

Metropolitan Police officers with hand ambulance
Three Metropolitan Police officers posing for their photograph with a Bischoffsheim hand ambulance at the rear of Uxbridge Police Station

Titus Salt, English textile manufacturer
Sir Titus Salt (1803-1876), English textile manufacturer and social reformer. Salt took over the running of his fathers textile mill in Bradford in 1833

Railway Arch Newcastle
The railway arch over Dean Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, connecting the York and Berwick railway. It was opened by George Hudson, M.P. on 29 August 1848

Mr Percy Holden Illingworth, MP, and Lord Murray
Mr Percy Holden Illingworth, the chief whip for the Liberal Party pictured with Lord Murray whose purchase of the American Marconi shares had been leaked, causing much scandal at the time

Astor as 1st Woman Mp
NANCY, LADY ASTOR Vicountess Astor, standing between Lord Balfour and Lloyd George, becomes the first woman MP, 1919

Sir Robert Walpole / Mini
SIR ROBERT WALPOLE 1st Earl of Orford English statesman - Whig MP in the House of Commons

Sir C Russell / Vfair 1890
SIR CHARLES RUSSELL BARON RUSSELL of KILLOWEN British judge, born in Ireland; Liberal MP

Macro Photograph: Patterns of Paenibacillus bacteria on petri dish - C type (chiral)
LRDS-218 Macro Photograph: Patterns of Paenibacillus bacteria on petri dish - C type (chiral) magnification x25 (A4 size: 29.7 cm width)

Lubbock / John / Graphic 84
SIR JOHN LUBBOCK 1st BARON AVEBURY Liberal MP and writer of popular science books

Jos Chamberlain / Vfair 01
JOSEPH CHAMBERLAIN Liberal MP at the despatch box

Dennis Skinner, Labour MP for Bolsover, Derbyshire
Dennis Edward Skinner (b 1932), Labour politician, MP for Bolsover since 1970. Well known for his outspoken remarks in parliament, for which he has been suspended more than ten times

Joseph Alfred Sparks campaigning
Joseph Alfred Sparks (19011981) - a British trade unionist and Labour Party politician. Campaigning for the parliamentary constituency of Acton in 1945 with the slogan

Sir Francis Crossley, businessman, philanthropist and MP
Sir Francis Crossley (1817-1872), 1st Baronet of Halifax, British carpet manufacturer, philanthropist and Liberal Party politician. Date: 1860s

Margaret Thatcher at Marazion Community Centre
Margaret Thatcher, Prime Minister, enjoying a Cornish pasty and a cup of tea during her visit to Marazion Community Centre, Cornwall. Also present are David Harris MP and the Lady Dowager St Levan

Idol-Worship or the Way to Preferment, 1740 (engraving)
XJF863053 Idol-Worship or the Way to Preferment, 1740 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prime Minister Robert Walpole)

The Cedars of Lebanon, by Edward Lear (1812-1888). The first version was painted in 1861; this is a later version, commissioned by Charles Roundell MP

MARGARET THATCHER WITH HENRY KISSINGER. PICTURED IN 1975

Mr John Prescott, MP for East Hull, in his diving suit at Burstwick

Lord Salisbury, British Prime Minister
Lord Salisbury (Robert Arthur Talbot Gascoyne-Cecil, 3rd Marquess of Salisbury, 1830-1903), British Prime Minister. 1889

Edward Boyle and Anthony Crosland, Eastbourne
Edward Boyle (1923-1981), Conservative MP, and Anthony Crosland (1918-1977), Labour MP, at Eastbourne. They wrote a book together, The Politics of Education, published in 1971. Date: 1975

Frederick Leverton Harris, Vanity Fair, Spy
FREDERICK LEVERTON HARRIS (1864-1926) British Politician, statesman and Member of Parliament for Tynemouth (1900-1906), Stepney (1907-1910) and East Worcestershire (1914-1918) Date: 1864 - 1926

Opening of Parliament, 1886
Members of Parliament taking the oath during the opening ceremonies, 1886. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

George Lansbury Pamphlet, Smash Up the Workhouse
The cover of George Lansburys 1909 pamphlet Smash Up the Workhouse. Lansbury (1859-1940) was a socialist politician and campaigner for social justice

Oliver Locker-Lampson
COMMANDER OLIVER STILLINGWORTH LOCKER-LAMPSON politican and war veteran. Conservative MP for Handsworth(1922-1945) and North Huntingdonshire(1910-18)

The new coffee tavern at Bradford
Interior and exterior views of the new coffee tavern in Bradford, inaugurated by W. E Forster, M.P in 1879. The Coffee Tavern movement was a Victorian effort to get people out of pubs

Sir Richard Aclands Gift to the Nation Starts a Controversy
The MP Sir Richard Acland handed over to the National Trust the 16, 000 acres of beautiful West Country property which comprise his Killerton Estate and his Holnicote Estate

William Keogh, Mp
WILLIAM NICHOLAS KEOGH MP for Athlone and Attorney-General

Harriet Slater, MP for Stoke, addressing a Womens Co - Op Meeting. Harriet Slater CBE (nee Evans; 1903 to 12 October 1976) was a British Labour and Co-operative politician

Durham Miners Gala - Harold Wilson and Shirley Williams share a joke

Enoch Powell Nationalist Campaigner urges Britain not to join Common Market

William Palmer, Earl of Selborne, First Lord of Admiralty
William Palmer (1859-1942), 2nd Earl of Selborne, British politician, colonial administrator and First Lord of the Admiralty. Date: 1901

Uncorking Old Sherry, 1805
Uncorking Old Sherry, pub. 1805 (hand coloured engraving). William Pitt (1759-1806) giving a speech on 6th March 1805

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"MP: A Tapestry of History and Influence" Step into the world of MPs, where history comes alive through captivating murals. In Belfast, a war mural pays tribute to Bobby Sands MP, reminding us of the resilience and sacrifice in pursuit of justice. Travel back to 1846 when Sir Robert Peel, an influential figure in British politics, left his mark on society. His legacy continues to shape our understanding of governance and leadership. Witness the power of oratory as William Pitt the Younger addresses Parliament with eloquence and conviction. His words reverberate through time, inspiring generations to strive for progress. Delve into a moment frozen in time - Charles I alongside Speaker Lenthall captured in a mesmerizing artwork from 1850. This poignant depiction reminds us that even amidst conflict, dialogue remains essential for democracy's survival. Uncover hidden stories like that of Enoch Powell MP, whose controversial speeches sparked debates on immigration and national identity. He challenged societal norms while igniting passionate discussions across Britain. Meet Ethel Snowden Suffragist – a symbol of strength who fought tirelessly for women's rights during an era defined by inequality. Her unwavering determination paved the way for future generations striving for gender equality. Discover John Passmore Edwards' indomitable spirit as Vanity Fair's Spy immortalizes him as a philanthropist dedicated to improving education and healthcare access for all. Join David Lloyd George on his visit to Newport during World War I; witness firsthand how leaders inspire hope amidst chaos and uncertainty. Marvel at iconic figures like We Gladstone/Pound/Mayal – three distinct voices shaping political landscapes throughout history. Their contributions continue resonating today as we navigate complex challenges facing society. Glimpse into William Lamb's life - 2nd Viscount Melbourne - through an oil painting capturing his essence as he navigated political intricacies during turbulent times (1779-1848).