Heidi Alexander
Labour · Swindon South
FULL PROFILEHeidi Alexander is the Labour MP for Swindon South, first elected in 2024. She is 50 years old. She currently serves as Secretary of State for Transport. As a payroll vote member, they are expected to vote with the government on virtually all divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Transport infrastructure · Railway modernisation · Aviation policy · Regional connectivity · Public transport accessibility
Positions
Immigration — Supports stricter immigration system
moderate
European Integration — Pro-EU integration despite representing Leave constituency
strong
Taxation — Supports progressive taxation including bankers' bonus tax
moderate
Transport Nationalisation — Advocates bringing train operators into public ownership
strong
Infrastructure Investment — Supports major transport projects including HS2 and Northern Powerhouse Rail
strong
Abortion Rights — Supports easier access to abortion
moderate
Government Transparency — Advocates for openness and transparency in government
moderate
Regional Development — Promotes transport connectivity for regional economic growth
strong
Reasoning Style
Pragmatic and technocratic, drawing on extensive transport policy experience to make evidence-based arguments. Focuses on practical delivery and value for money while maintaining ideological commitment to public ownership and progressive policies.
Background
Before entering Parliament, Heidi Alexander served as Deputy Mayor of London for Transport under Sadiq Khan, bringing significant transport policy expertise to her role. She previously worked as a Labour MP for Lewisham East from 2010-2018 before taking the London role.