Jo Stevens
Labour · Cardiff East
FULL PROFILEJo Stevens is the Labour MP for Cardiff East, first elected in 2015. She is 59 years old. She currently serves as Secretary of State for Wales. As a payroll vote member, they are expected to vote with the government on virtually all divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Workers' rights and employment · Welsh affairs and devolution · European Union relations · Justice and legal services · Media and sports broadcasting
Positions
Immigration and asylum — Liberal approach opposing stricter systems
strong
Workers' rights — Strong advocate for fair pay and employment protections
strong
European integration — Supportive of closer EU ties
strong
Welsh devolution — Defender of devolved powers and Welsh interests
strong
Abortion access — Supports easier access
moderate
Government transparency — Advocates for openness and accountability
moderate
Nuclear energy — Supportive of nuclear investment for economic growth
moderate
Broadcasting rights — Supports free-to-air access for major sporting events
weak
Reasoning Style
Combines legal analytical approach with constituency-focused advocacy. Uses detailed questioning to hold government accountable, often citing specific data and seeking evidence-based responses. Balances pragmatic concerns about economic development with principled stances on workers' rights and civil liberties.
Background
Jo Stevens worked as a solicitor before entering parliament, bringing legal expertise to her political career. Her professional background in law has informed her approach to parliamentary scrutiny and policy analysis.