Dr Caroline Johnson
Conservative · Sleaford and North Hykeham
FULL PROFILEDr Caroline Johnson is the Conservative MP for Sleaford and North Hykeham, first elected in 2016. She is 48 years old. As an opposition MP, they are expected to vote against the government on most whipped divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Healthcare policy and NHS management · Children's health and paediatrics · Immigration and asylum policy · Tobacco and vaping regulation · Rural healthcare and accessibility
Positions
Healthcare — Pro-NHS with focus on professional standards and children's services
strong
Immigration — Supports stricter controls and asylum system
strong
Abortion — Opposes liberalisation of abortion laws
strong
European Union — Against further integration
moderate
Tobacco/Vaping — Supports age restrictions and regulation
strong
Government transparency — Opposes reduced openness and transparency
moderate
COVID-19 measures — Supported pandemic restrictions
moderate
Rural access — Advocates for improved accessibility in rural areas
weak
Notable Rebellions
2024-01-17 — Voted for amendments to strengthen the Rwanda asylum bill, suggesting she wanted even tougher immigration measures than the government proposed
2024-01-16 — Part of series of rebellions supporting amendments to make Rwanda asylum legislation more restrictive
2024-01-16 — Consistently voted for amendments to strengthen immigration controls beyond government position
Reasoning Style
Evidence-based and professionally informed, drawing heavily on medical expertise and clinical experience. Combines pragmatic healthcare policy positions with more ideological stances on social issues, particularly around immigration and abortion.
Background
Dr Caroline Johnson is a qualified medical doctor and member of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, bringing significant healthcare expertise to Parliament. She is also a member of the British Medical Association, having found union representation beneficial in her medical career.