Tom Morrison
Liberal Democrat · Cheadle
FULL PROFILETom Morrison is the Liberal Democrat MP for Cheadle, first elected in 2024. As an opposition MP, they are expected to vote against the government on most whipped divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Housing and homelessness · Health and social care · Welfare reform · Human rights · Transport infrastructure
Positions
Housing and Homelessness — Strong advocate for housing support and homelessness prevention
strong
Health and Social Care — Supports increased NHS investment and myalgic encephalomyelitis research
moderate
Welfare and Social Security — Opposes welfare cuts and supports child poverty reduction
strong
Palestine/Middle East — Supports Palestinian state recognition and Gaza humanitarian aid
moderate
Energy and Fuel Poverty — Advocates for fuel poverty reduction and energy support
moderate
Transport Infrastructure — Supports rail investment and northern powerhouse agenda
moderate
Human Rights — Emphasizes human rights considerations in trade and policy
moderate
Environmental Protection — Opposes development on green spaces like Gatley Golf Course
weak
Reasoning Style
Combines personal experience with policy advocacy, using constituency-focused examples to illustrate broader policy points. Employs detailed questioning to scrutinize government assessments and often frames issues in terms of impact on vulnerable populations.
Background
Tom Morrison experienced homelessness as a child before becoming an MP, giving him personal insight into social issues and housing challenges. His professional background prior to parliament appears to include work in education or public sector finance, as evidenced by his expertise in college financial matters.