Ian Sollom
Liberal Democrat · St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire
FULL PROFILEIan Sollom is the Liberal Democrat MP for St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire, first elected in 2024. He is 74 years old. As an opposition MP, they are expected to vote against the government on most whipped divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Education and skills · Mathematics and STEM · Health and social care · Youth services · Energy and climate
Positions
Education funding — Supports increased investment in technical education and opposes cuts to International Baccalaureate funding
strong
Mathematics education — Advocates for a national strategy for mathematics
strong
Health services — Calls for adequate supply of hormone replacement therapies and increased health visitor numbers
moderate
Youth services — Opposes closure of youth centres and libraries, linking them to loneliness among young people
moderate
Special educational needs — Supports expansion of special schools provision
moderate
Child protection — Concerned about children being housed in unsuitable accommodation outside statutory routes
moderate
Energy costs — Supports government action to reduce energy bills as cost of living measure
moderate
Transgender rights — Advocates for appropriate treatment of transgender prisoners
weak
Reasoning Style
Evidence-based and pragmatic, emphasizing the importance of 'facts and data' in decision-making. Focuses on practical outcomes for constituents, particularly around education, health services, and cost of living issues. Takes a systematic approach to policy problems, calling for national strategies and comprehensive reviews.
Background
Ian Sollom brings expertise in mathematics and education to Parliament, having previously worked in academic or educational roles before his election at age 74. His focus on mathematical strategy and technical education suggests a background in STEM fields or educational leadership.