Sir Geoffrey Cox
Conservative · Torridge and Tavistock
PARTIAL DATASir Geoffrey Cox is the Conservative MP for Torridge and Tavistock, first elected in 2005. He is 65 years old. As an opposition MP, they are expected to vote against the government on most whipped divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Rural and coastal development · Legal system and judicial independence · Agriculture and farming · Transport infrastructure · COVID-19 response
Positions
Immigration — Supports stricter immigration and asylum systems
strong
Taxation — Opposes higher taxes on wealthy and financial sector
strong
Rural development — Advocates for fair funding allocation to rural and coastal communities
strong
Judicial system — Strong defender of jury trials and judicial independence
strong
Agriculture — Supports farming sector through farm-to-fork summits and environmental protection
moderate
Transport — Advocates for better rail access and smart motorway safety
moderate
Constitutional governance — Opposes excessive delegation of powers to ministers
moderate
COVID-19 response — Supported restrictions while advocating for business support
moderate
Reasoning Style
Legalistic and constitutionally-focused, drawing on extensive legal background to frame arguments around principles of justice, due process, and constitutional propriety. Known for eloquent oratory and principled defence of institutional integrity.
Background
Sir Geoffrey Cox KC is a distinguished barrister who served as Attorney General for England and Wales before entering Parliament. He continues to work as a litigation and arbitration consultant with Withers law firm, bringing extensive legal expertise to his parliamentary role.