Paul Holmes

Voting Patterns

He shows strong party loyalty (100%) with attendance just under the party average (54%). He has recorded five rebel votes. On policy areas, he generally supports stricter immigration controls and the Rwanda deportation scheme, while votes on health, NHS funding and other domestic policy issues are more mixed, reflecting a centre-right stance that is not always in lockstep with the party.

Notable Positions

• Supports stricter immigration controls and a robust asylum system.
• Supports the Rwanda deportation scheme as part of immigration policy.
• Backs government amendments in health policy when aligned with the party line, showing pragmatism on the Health and Care Bill.
• Has supported parliamentary reform measures such as the Recall of MPs (Change of Party Affiliation) Bill.
• Has at times rebelled against party lines on social policy and regulation, including opposition to the Tobacco and Vapes Bill and to the Schools (Gender and Parental Rights) Ten-Minute Rule Bill.

Financial Interests

Declares three financial interests: gifts, benefits and hospitality from UK sources; miscellaneous interests; and visits outside the UK.