Rishi Sunak
Conservative · Richmond and Northallerton
FULL PROFILERishi Sunak is the Conservative MP for Richmond and Northallerton, first elected in 2015. He is 45 years old. As an opposition MP, they are expected to vote against the government on most whipped divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Economic policy and financial services · Ukraine and international security · Veterans' affairs · Artificial intelligence and technology · Climate change and net zero
Positions
Economic policy — Pro-business with targeted state intervention
strong
Ukraine support — Strong supporter of Ukrainian economic renewal
strong
Climate change — Pro-net zero without lifestyle restrictions
moderate
Veterans' affairs — Supportive of enhanced veteran services
moderate
EU relations — Post-Brexit pragmatic engagement
moderate
Artificial intelligence — Pro-innovation with preparation for change
moderate
Government transparency — Opposed to increased openness measures
weak
Agriculture — Supportive of enhanced agricultural standards
weak
Notable Rebellions
2020-05-13 — Voted for Neil Parish's amendment likely relating to food standards or environmental protections, showing independence on agricultural policy
Reasoning Style
Pragmatic and technocratic, drawing on financial expertise to frame arguments around economic evidence and practical implementation. Tends to focus on deliverable solutions rather than ideological positions, with emphasis on international perspectives and business-friendly approaches.
Background
Former Goldman Sachs analyst and hedge fund partner who co-founded investment firm Theleme Partners before entering politics. Holds MBA from Stanford and studied at Oxford, bringing significant financial sector experience to Westminster.