Patrick Hurley
Labour · Southport
FULL PROFILEPatrick Hurley is the Labour MP for Southport, first elected in 2024. As a government backbencher seeking advancement, they are likely to vote loyally.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Local economic development · Community safety and policing · International humanitarian issues · Trade and tariff policy · Child welfare
Positions
Assisted dying — Opposition
strong
Trade policy — Pro-worker protections against harmful tariffs
moderate
International aid — Support for humanitarian workers and accountability
moderate
Community policing — Support for enhanced crime prevention measures
weak
Child protection — Support for measures addressing child involvement in riots
moderate
Notable Rebellions
2025-06-17 — Voted against government position, likely supporting enhanced police powers or community safety measures
Reasoning Style
Constituency-focused and pragmatic, emphasizing local community needs and the practical impact of policies on workers and families rather than abstract ideological positions.
Background
Patrick Hurley is a newly elected MP who grew up in Southport, witnessing the decline of local industry including the British Insulated Callender's Cables factory. His background suggests deep local roots and understanding of economic challenges facing traditional industrial communities.