Robert Jenrick
Reform UK · Newark
FULL PROFILERobert Jenrick is the Reform UK MP for Newark, first elected in 2014. He is 44 years old. As an opposition MP, they are expected to vote against the government on most whipped divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Immigration and asylum policy · Housing and home ownership · Energy policy · Legal system reform · Economic policy
Positions
Immigration — Supports stricter immigration controls and asylum system
strong
Housing — Strong advocate for home ownership and housing reform
strong
Energy Policy — Supports exploiting domestic energy reserves, opposes focus on foreign conflicts over domestic energy costs
moderate
Legal System — Calls for reform to address abuse in legal profession
moderate
Welfare — Initially opposed two-child benefit cap removal but now supports restoring it
moderate
Taxation — Mixed record - opposed bankers' bonus tax but supported higher income tax rates
weak
Government Transparency — Opposed measures for greater openness and transparency
weak
Ukraine Support — Previously supported Homes for Ukraine scheme
weak
Notable Rebellions
2026-02-03 — Voted to remove the two-child benefit cap, showing concern for family welfare despite later Reform UK policy to restore it
2022-10-18 — Supported amendments to public order legislation
2022-03-30 — Voted for government amendment on health and care reforms
Reasoning Style
Pragmatic and constituency-focused, drawing on legal background to identify systemic abuses and propose practical solutions. Demonstrates willingness to change positions based on political evolution, as seen in move from Conservative to Reform UK.
Background
Former solicitor who worked in private practice before entering Parliament, bringing legal expertise to his political career.