Josh Babarinde

Liberal Democrat · Eastbourne

FULL PROFILE

Josh Babarinde is the Liberal Democrat MP for Eastbourne, first elected in 2024. As an opposition MP, they are expected to vote against the government on most whipped divisions.

Ideology

Economiccentre-left -0.4

LEFTRIGHT

Socialliberal -0.3

LIBERALCONSERVATIVE

Sovereigntyno data

PRO-EUNATIONALIST

Voting Behaviour

Rebellion Rate1.5% loyal

Attendance65.5%

Key Interests

Housing and homelessness · Disability rights and benefits · Justice system reform · Transport infrastructure · Healthcare accessibility

Positions

Social Housing — Strong support for 150,000 social homes annually

strong

Homelessness — Advocates for comprehensive strategy to end homelessness

strong

Disability Benefits — Opposes changes without claimant consultation

moderate

Justice System — Critical of Conservative legacy - court backlogs and prison overcrowding

moderate

Peaceful Protest Rights — Supports protection of peaceful protest rights

moderate

Transport Services — Campaigns for improved local rail connections

moderate

Healthcare Accessibility — Supports improved NHS access for elderly and disabled

moderate

Emergency Services Recognition — Supports medal recognition for injured personnel

weak

Reasoning Style

Constituency-focused and evidence-based, drawing on personal experience (growing up in social housing) and local campaigns (Eastbourne to London Bridge rail service). Uses specific examples and data to support arguments, while maintaining focus on practical solutions for local issues.

Background

Josh Babarinde grew up in social housing, giving him personal experience of the challenges facing those in need of affordable accommodation. He was elected as President of the Liberal Democrats, indicating significant political organizing experience before entering Parliament.