Jonathan Hinder
Labour · Pendle and Clitheroe
PARTIAL DATAJonathan Hinder is the Labour MP for Pendle and Clitheroe, first elected in 2024. As a government backbencher seeking advancement, they are likely to vote loyally.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Policing and law enforcement · Water privatisation and utilities · Defence and aerospace industry · Immigration policy · Working class representation
Positions
Water privatisation — Supports nationalisation
strong
Immigration — Supports controlled immigration
strong
Defence industry — Supports defence contracts and jobs
moderate
Police reform — Supports police service and reform
moderate
Working class representation — Advocates for traditional Labour values
strong
Infrastructure — Critical of road conditions, demands improvement
moderate
Notable Rebellions
2025-10-15 — Voted against government position, possibly supporting stronger environmental measures or industry interests given his constituency's aerospace connections
2025-06-17 — Voted against government on policing matters, likely reflecting his police background and specific views on law enforcement policy
Reasoning Style
Pragmatic and constituency-focused, combining traditional Labour economics with socially conservative positions. Uses populist language ('take back control') and emphasises practical local issues while positioning himself as representing authentic working-class interests against perceived party drift.
Background
Former police officer who transitioned into politics, bringing law enforcement experience to his parliamentary role.