William Taverner (fl. 1397–1407)

William Taverner was an English Member of Parliament (MP) during the late 14th and early 15th centuries. He is known to have represented the constituency of Great Yarmouth in Norfolk.

His recorded parliamentary service occurred during the reigns of Richard II and Henry IV. He served in the parliaments of 1397, 1399, 1402, 1404 (January), 1404 (October), 1406, and 1407.

Little is known about William Taverner beyond his parliamentary representation of Great Yarmouth. Further research into local records from Norfolk might yield more biographical information. His activity in so many parliaments during a turbulent period suggests a degree of influence within the community of Great Yarmouth.