Jim McMahon
Labour (Co-op) · Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton
FULL PROFILEJim McMahon is the Labour (Co-op) MP for Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton, first elected in 2015. He is 45 years old. As a long-serving backbencher without ministerial appointment, they have more freedom to vote independently.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Local government and devolution · Housing and community development · Transport infrastructure · Cooperative sector · Public health and safety
Positions
Housing — Supports community-led housing projects and building 1.5 million new homes including social and council properties
strong
Transport — Critical of HS2 cancellation and supports rail infrastructure investment
strong
Immigration — Opposes stricter immigration controls and asylum restrictions
moderate
EU Relations — Pro-European integration and opposed Brexit
moderate
Devolution — Advocates for English devolution and mayoral powers
strong
Reproductive Rights — Supports easier access to abortion
moderate
Democratic Reform — Supports extending voting rights to 16-17 year olds
moderate
Worker Rights — Advocates for fair mileage reimbursement rates for workers
weak
Reasoning Style
Pragmatic and constituency-focused, drawing heavily on local government experience. Uses detailed questioning to hold government accountable on specific policy impacts, particularly regarding local authorities and transport. Balances party loyalty with representation of Leave-voting constituency interests.
Background
McMahon served as Leader of Oldham Council before entering Parliament, bringing extensive local government experience to his role as MP. His background in municipal leadership shaped his focus on devolution, housing, and local authority powers.