Sir Roger Gale
Conservative · Herne Bay and Sandwich
FULL PROFILESir Roger Gale is the Conservative MP for Herne Bay and Sandwich, first elected in 1983. He is 82 years old. As an opposition MP, they are expected to vote against the government on most whipped divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Parliamentary procedure and democracy · Animal welfare · Brexit and trade policy · Health and social care · Immigration and border control
Positions
Animal welfare — Strong supporter of higher standards
strong
Parliamentary scrutiny — Opposes excessive executive power
strong
Brexit implementation — Critical of government approach
strong
Health and social care — Supports enhanced protections
moderate
Environmental protection — Supports stronger measures
moderate
Immigration control — Supports managed system
moderate
Fox hunting — Supports ban
moderate
EU integration — Generally supportive
moderate
Notable Rebellions
2020-09-14 — Opposed the bill due to concerns about its impact on parliamentary sovereignty and international law
2021-01-19 — Supported Lords amendments requiring parliamentary scrutiny of trade deals
2021-04-28 — Backed stronger fire safety protections following Grenfell Tower tragedy
Reasoning Style
Procedurally-focused and institutionally protective, often prioritising parliamentary sovereignty and proper scrutiny over party loyalty, with arguments grounded in constitutional propriety and democratic accountability.
Background
Before entering Parliament in 1983, Sir Roger Gale worked as a broadcaster and journalist, including roles at BBC Radio and as a presenter, bringing media and communications expertise to his political career.