Jesse Norman
Conservative · Hereford and South Herefordshire
FULL PROFILEJesse Norman is the Conservative MP for Hereford and South Herefordshire, first elected in 2010. He is 63 years old. As an opposition MP, they are expected to vote against the government on most whipped divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Parliamentary reform and restoration · Economic policy and taxation · Government ethics and transparency · Higher education policy · Public sector leadership
Positions
Parliamentary restoration — Opposes current £40bn restoration plan, advocates rethinking approach
strong
Government ethics — Supports comprehensive ethics reform as top priority
strong
Higher education — Advocates establishing universities in smaller cities and towns for economic growth
moderate
Immigration — Opposes stricter immigration system
moderate
European integration — Supports closer EU ties
moderate
COVID-19 measures — Supported government action to reduce spread
moderate
Tax policy — Opposes tax increases on high earners and bankers
moderate
Government transparency — Opposes reduced openness and transparency measures
weak
Notable Rebellions
2024-02-21 — Voted with government on procedural matter, possibly related to transparency concerns
2022-03-30 — Supported government amendment on health legislation, showing pragmatic approach to healthcare policy
Reasoning Style
Intellectual and evidence-based, drawing on economic theory (particularly Adam Smith) and philosophical principles. Takes a scholarly approach to policy analysis, often focusing on systemic issues and long-term consequences rather than short-term political gains.
Background
Jesse Norman has an academic and intellectual background, with expertise in philosophy and economics, particularly Adam Smith's work. Before entering Parliament, he was involved in business and policy research, bringing a scholarly approach to political analysis.