Upon his re-election to the House in 2007, he was also elected the Deputy Chief Whip.

He was Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate in 1999.

He is currently the Deputy Chief Whip of the Labour Party.

At the time of his death he was Deputy Chief Whip in Thatcher's government.

In the December 2007 leadership election Adrian remained neutral, citing his position as Deputy Chief Whip.

In the ministerial appointments following the 2001 election, Keith Hill moved to the position of Deputy Chief Whip.

He was appointed Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate.

She was appointed Deputy Chief Whip of the Indian National Congress in 2009.

In the House of Lords he was Liberal Deputy Chief Whip from 1977to 1983.

She was elected Deputy Chief Whip in 2011.