James McMurdock

MP since 4 Jul 2024

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James McMurdock is the Independent MP for South Basildon and East Thurrock, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024.

242

Votes Cast

£171,670

Expenses 2024-25

98

Majority

30.8%

Vote Share

Expenses (2024-25)

£171,670

Staffing£158,960
Accommodation£6,555
Travel£3,096
Office£3,059

Election Result(2024 General Election)

Turnout: 39,549 voters

Reform UK
12,178 votes30.8%
Labour
12,080 votes30.5%
Conservative
10,159 votes25.7%
Independent
1,928 votes4.9%
Green Party
1,718 votes4.3%
Liberal Democrat
1,071 votes2.7%
Social Democratic Party
140 votes0.3%

Parliamentary Activity

Counts in the current Parliament
(since 4 July 2024)

4,871

Written Questions

10

Oral Questions

39

Debates Spoken In

61

Speeches

242

Divisions Voted

Debates and speeches are sourced from Hansard contributions. The Hansard backfill is still in progress — counts will grow over the next few days as historic days are ingested.

Voting Record

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242 votes — page 2 of 10

4 NO

National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill

4 votes · 23 Mar 2026

3 AYE

Finance (No. 2) Bill Report Stage

3 votes · 11 Mar 2026

2 AYE

Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill Committee

2 votes · 23 Feb 2026

5 NO

Employment Rights Bill

5 votes · 8 Dec 2025

Financial Interests(1)

Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous

Date interest arose
4 July 2024

Registered 18 August 2025

Activity Pulse

Questions asked and motions sponsored by James in Parliament

Border security at Ceuta and Melilla and the security of Gibraltar

1 signature

That this House expresses grave concern at attempts by large numbers of migrants to breach the borders of the Spanish autonomous cities of Ceuta and Melilla; reaffirms the importance of maintaining secure international borders and respecting the territorial integrity and sovereig

1 Sept 2026

Northlands Primary School

2 signatures

That this House congratulates Northlands Primary School in Pitsea on the successful organisation of its 2026 Children's Parliament elections; commends this year's focus on Disability Awareness, which has encouraged thoughtful discussion about respect; recognises the enthusiasm sh

29 Jun 2026

Horndon-on-the-Hill Primary School and school swimming lessons

1 signature

That this House congratulates Horndon-on-the-Hill Church of England Primary School on its innovative approach to delivering swimming and water safety lessons to its pupils; recognises the importance of swimming as part of the national curriculum and as a vital life skill for chil

9 Jun 2026

Bowers & Pitsea FC

1 signature

That this House recognises the significant contribution made by Bowers & Pitsea Football Club to local communities within South Basildon & East Thurrock; commends the club for providing sporting opportunities to local residents of all ages and backgrounds; acknowledges the positi

8 Jun 2026

Exemptions permitting the carrying of ceremonial knives

1 signature

That this House expresses its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Henry Nowak following his tragic death; notes with concern the continued existence of exemptions in legislation permitting the carrying of certain ceremonial or religious knives in public; believes tha

3 Jun 2026

The Proper Blokes Club

1 signature

That this House commends The Proper Blokes Club for its outstanding work supporting men’s mental health through community walk and talk groups across South Basildon and East Thurrock, London, and beyond; recognises the important role the organisation plays in tackling loneliness,

1 Jun 2026

Support for the Salvation Army in Basildon

1 signature

That this House recognises the vital and longstanding contribution of the Salvation Army in Basildon as a foundational source of support for individuals and families in the local community over many years; notes with concern the increasing challenges they are facing, including he

13 Apr 2026

UN resolutions on slavery reparations

1 signature

That this House regrets the Government’s decision to abstain on the recent United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/80/L.48 rather than vote against it; recognises the suffering caused by the transatlantic slave trade; further recognises the historic efforts of the Royal Navy

13 Apr 2026

Seafarers’ welfare

4 signatures

That this House recognises that the wellbeing of seafarers is of the utmost importance; notes the vital contribution seafarers make to the UK economy, global trade and the resilience of supply chains; acknowledges the unique challenges faced by seafarers, including long periods a

2 Feb 2026

Cancellation of May 2026 Local Elections

3 signatures

That this House regrets the Government’s decision to invite local councils to cancel anticipated elections; notes with deep concern the impact this will have on the public’s faith in Government; expresses further deep concern that Parliament learned of this proposal through media

5 Jan 2026

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