Caroline Nokes
Conservative · Romsey and Southampton North
FULL PROFILECaroline Nokes is the Conservative MP for Romsey and Southampton North, first elected in 2010. She is 53 years old. As an opposition MP, they are expected to vote against the government on most whipped divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Women's health and menopause · Immigration and asylum policy · Mental health services · Abortion rights and reproductive health · Parliamentary standards and behaviour
Positions
Abortion rights — Pro-choice with safe access zones
strong
Immigration policy — Opposition to harsh restrictions
strong
Women's health — Strong advocate for menopause support
strong
Mental health — Increased access to perinatal services
moderate
EU integration — Pro-European cooperation
moderate
Parliamentary behaviour — Reform needed for standards
moderate
Environmental policy — Support for green energy initiatives
weak
Disability rights — Support for Disability Confident scheme
weak
Notable Rebellions
2023-07-11 to 2023-07-17 — Multiple votes against government position on Lords amendments, opposing harsh immigration restrictions
2021-07-13 — Voted against government's reduction in international aid spending
2021-04-28 — Voted against government position on Lords amendments related to building safety
Reasoning Style
Pragmatic and evidence-based, with particular focus on constituency concerns and women's issues. Demonstrates willingness to rebel on matters of principle, especially regarding immigration policy and social issues. Combines policy expertise with practical advocacy, as seen in her detailed work on menopause and mental health services.
Background
Caroline Nokes entered Parliament in 2010 without a clear indication of her pre-parliamentary career background from the available evidence.