Charlie Dewhirst
Conservative · Bridlington and The Wolds
FULL PROFILECharlie Dewhirst is the Conservative MP for Bridlington and The Wolds, first elected in 2024. As an opposition MP, they are expected to vote against the government on most whipped divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Healthcare access · Veterans' welfare · Rural and farming issues · Animal welfare · Defence and security
Positions
Healthcare access — Critical of current NHS provision in coastal areas
strong
Veterans' support — Advocates for expanded mental health services and faster PTSD compensation
strong
Agricultural policy — Opposes changes to Agricultural Property Relief
moderate
Animal welfare — Supports improved on-farm welfare standards and slaughter reforms
moderate
Planning system — Opposes removal of Sport England as statutory consultee
moderate
Defence spending — Concerned about Chinese influence on Russian military capabilities
weak
Rural development — Supports infrastructure improvements for rural areas
weak
Hospitality sector — Concerned about VAT impact on local businesses
weak
Reasoning Style
Constituency-focused and pragmatic, emphasizing local impacts of national policies. Uses specific data (e.g., "2.7 million NHS miles") to support arguments and frequently references local examples from Bridlington and East Riding.
Background
Charlie Dewhirst was first elected to Parliament in 2024 as the only new Conservative MP in Yorkshire and the Humber. Limited evidence suggests a background in local politics or business before entering Parliament.