MEET OUR TEAM
& SUPPORTERS
Our parliamentary caucus consists of over 130 MPs who meet regularly to share ideas, scrutinise and support Government and champion working people.
ESTHER MCVEY MP
FOUNDER
Esther has championed working people since being elected on Merseyside in 2010. Through her charity, ‘If Chloe Can’, Esther provides career support, inspiration and ambition for school pupils. She has written several careers books for girls and boys which have been turned into plays by the National Youth Theatre and have been performed around the country as well as in London’s West End. She is proud to now be the MP for Tatton.
Tatton
(since 2017)
BEN BRADLEY MP
CHAIRMAN
Born in Ripley, Derbyshire, Ben initially went to Bath University to study Sports Science. After deciding that the course wasn't right for him, he dropped out and worked as a landscape gardener and an Administrator. Elected in 2017 as the MP for Mansfield, Ben quickly re-launched the ‘Young Conservatives’ organisation, the national youth wing of the Conservative Party, and is a powerful advocate for education and opportunity.
Mansfield
(since 2017)
SCOTT MANN MP
VICE-CHAIR
Born in Wadebridge, Scott went to school in the town and has worked and lived in North Cornwall - where he is the MP - all of his life. Working as a postman for nearly 20 years, Scott entered politics through joining the Wadebridge Conservative Club. He campaigns for affordable housing, apprenticeships and North Cornwall's essential industries - Fishing, Farming and Tourism.
North Cornwall
(since 2015)
LEE ROWLEY MP
VICE-CHAIR
Lee comes from a mining family with a long history in the North East Derbyshire area, where he is an MP. Both of his grandfathers were miners and his great aunt used to run the post office in Renishaw. His campaigns focus on protecting green fields from bad housebuilding and supporting residents in making their towns and villages better.
North East Derbyshire
(since 2017)
ANDREW LEWER MBE MP
VICE-CHAIR
Andrew was born in Burnley, Lancashire, and now, as MP for Northampton South, he champions better education for all and access to apprenticeships. He attended a grammar school in Derbyshire before studying History at Newcastle University. He is the only person in Britain to have served as an MP, an MEP and a Council Leader.
Northampton South
(since 2017)
DEHENNA DAVISON MP
VICE-CHAIR
Elected in December 2019, Dehenna is the first Conservative to represent Bishop Auckland since the constituencies creation in 1885. Having worked for a start-up before entering Parliament, Dehenna has also worked in restaurants, betting shops and a casino, and has seen first-hand, the struggles of the high street. Dehenna describes herself as ‘very geeky’ and love to delve into a video game.
Bishop Auckland
(since 2019)
ANDREA JENKYNS MP
VICE-CHAIR
Yorkshire born and bred, Andrea started off working in Greggs after leaving school at 16 and fought her way up through a diverse career as she later went on re-train though studying a degree in her thirties. With passions that extend though nature and wildlife, support for mental health, and call for the improvement of roads and rail services, Andrea is a Blue Collar champion.
Morley & Outwood
(since 2015)
JOHN STEVENSON MP
VICE-CHAIR
Educated at Aberdeen Grammar School and Dundee University, John was a partner in Bendles Solictors, Carlisle, before being MP for Carlisle. He has a keen interest in business and education, and organises and hosts an annual Carlisle Skills Fair attracting over 2500 jobseekers and young people and 80 businesses, organisations and training providers from the Carlisle constituency.
Carlisle
(since 2010)
PHILIP DAVIES MP
VICE-CHAIR
First elected as member for Shipley in 2005, Philip is proud to serve his constituents. Having read Historical and Political Studies at the University of Huddersfield, Philip went on to work for ASDA as a Senior Marketing Manager. Philip is passionate for sports, specifically horse racing, and sits on the influential Digital, Culture, Media & Sport Committee.
Shipley
(since 2005)
CLARK VASEY
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
Clark comes from a working class Cumbrian family, his father was a factory worker and trade unionist and his mother a shop assistant. Clark founded Blue Collar Conservatism in 2012 to champion those most let down by Labour and make the case that only Conservatives can genuinely champion the interests of working people. Clark stood in Workington in 2017, where despite a 12% increase in Conservative vote share he saw the party’s national message fail to cut through.
Redbridge councillor
(since 2018)
SIR GARY STREETER MP
VICE-CHAIR
Raised on a dairy farm in East Devon, Gary was a partner in a large local law firm and served on the Plymouth City Council for six years, two of them as chairman of housing, before becoming an MP in 1992. He campaigns for fairer education funding and for improved rail connectivity in South West Devon, where he is the MP.
South West Devon
(since 1997)
EDDIE HUGHES MP
VICE-CHAIR
Born in Birmingham as a son of a bus driver, Eddie went to school in north Birmingham before studying Civil Engineering at the University of Glamorgan. Eddie was elected MP for Walsall North in 2017. His campaign priorities are crime and anti-social behaviour.
Walsall North
(since 2017)
MARIA CAULFIELD MP
SUPPORTER
Maria was born to Irish immigrant parents in London, where she grew up on a council estate with her father and brother following the death of her mother from breast cancer during her teens. Upon leaving school she became an NHS nurse, later specialising in cancer treatment and becoming a Senior Sister at the Royal Marsden NHS Hospital. She has been the MP for Lewes since 2015.
Lewes
(since 2015)
JOHNNY MERCER MP
SUPPORTER
Raised with seven siblings by two working parents, Johnny achieved ‘average’ results at school and spent more time on the sports field than in the classroom. Employment - not university - was the way forward in such a large family, so he left to work as an intern in the financial sector of the City of London before graduating from Sandhurst in 2002. He became MP for Plymouth Moor View in 2015.
Plymouth Moor View
(since 2015)
DEREK THOMAS MP
SUPPORTER
With missionary parents, Derek grew up in West Cornwall and qualified as a Cornish Mason. He spent three years studying in South London before taking up a career in the voluntary sector working with vulnerable people for over 17 years after working within the Construction Industry. He was elected as MP for St Ives and the Isles of Scilly in 2015.
St Ives
(since 2015)
TRUDY HARRISON MP
SUPPORTER
Granddaughter of a miner, Trudy is a proud West Cumbrian and her interest in local politics secured the position of regeneration officer at Copeland Borough Council in 2010. After entering Parliament in 2017, Trudy champions nuclear, rail and digital investment and is a member of the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme.
Copeland
(since 2017)
NIGEL ADAMS MP
SUPPORTER
Son of a school cleaner and caretaker, Nigel set up his own telecommunications business at the age of 26 which was later acquired by a PLC in 1999. As a keen sportsman, Nigel enjoys playing cricket and has previously held the position of Minister of State for Sport, Media and Creative Industries as well as other government positions.
Selby & Ainsty
(since 2010)
ADAM AFRIYIE MP
SUPPORTER
From a council estate in Packham, Adam gained a B.Sc. In Agricultural Economics from Imperial College and as elected as member for Windsor in 2005. As a clear example of social mobility, Adam was the regional finalist in the 2003 Ernst and Young entrepreneur of the year awards and defends that businesses not only generate jobs, income and taxes, but allow for that social mobility.
Windsor
(since 2005)
LUCY ALLAN MP
SUPPORTER
Educated at Durham University and Kingston Law School, Lucy worked as a chartered Accountant with Price Waterhouse for 10 years prior to entering Parliament. Lucy sits on the Education Select committee and fights for children in care and social justice and is passionate about New Towns, on which she chairs the APPG.
Supporter
SIR DAVID AMESS
SUPPORTER
David was a great advocate for the good people of Southend West and a keen advocate for improvements in animal welfare among other causes. He brought over 30 years of experience in Parliament to our group and, as an Essex man through and though, was a tremendous supporter of Blue Collar Conservatism.
Rest in Peace.
Southend West
(1997 - 2021)
LEE ANDERSON MP
SUPPORTER
Ashfield born and bred, Lee comes from a family of coalminers and after being educated at John Davies Primary School, Lee followed his family history by working in the pits in Nottinghamshire for 10 years. In December 2019, Lee was elected to be the Member of parliament for Ashfield and has plans to create a level playing field for local people.
Ashfield
(since 2019)
STUART ANDERSON MP
SUPPORTER
As an Army Veteran, Stuart overcame an injury and he was told that he may never run again and only walk with a stick. In the face of adversity, Stuart is a fine example of determination and dedication that he now demonstrates through his work as Member of Parliament for Wolverhampton South West.
Wolverhampton South West
(since 2019)
CAROLINE ANSELL MP
SUPPORTER
Having served as a councillor on Eastbourne Borough Council from 2012 to 2015, Caroline went on to become the Member of parliament for Eastbourne and proved influential in fighting a number of immigrations issues on behalf of her constituents. Caroline has also campaigned to secure lower screening age from 60 to 50 for bowel cancer.
Eastbourne
(since 2019)
SARAH ATHERTON MP
SUPPORTER
Having been educated at a comprehensive school, Sarah joined the Army at 16, serving in the Intelligence Corps. Following her service, Sarah retrained and switched front lines and went onto become a District Nurse. Keen on her sense of community, Sarah is committed to championing the opportunities that post-Brexit Wrexham will offer.
Wrexham
(since 2019)
SHAUN BAILEY MP
SUPPORTER
Raised in Newport by a single mother, Shaun has campaigned hard for funding for high streets in his constituency in West Sandwell and is keen to support small business in helping them to thrive. Shaun is tough on crime and it is one of his top priorities alongside his commitment to the NHS, shown by his campaigning for the timely completion of the Midlands Metropolitan Hospital.
West Bromwich West
(since 2019)
DUNCAN BAKER MP
SUPPORTER
As a dedicated family man, Duncan was educated, lives and works in the same patch that he was born and grew up in North Norfolk. Having worked in local politics for the past ten years, Duncan understands the importance of the community and is an advocate for that in Westminster.
North Norfolk
(since 2019)
SIMON BAYNES MP
SUPPORTER
Ardent on his desire to help people with problems that affect their day-to-day lives, Simon fights hard for local issues. Having grown up in the hotel business, key to Simons thinking is the tourism and hospitality industry of his patch and his longing to come together and strengthen communities.
Clwyd South
(since 2019)
AARON BELL MP
SUPPORTER
Having worked for Bet365, Aaron is proud of the part he played in their success, as the company plays a large part in providing thousands of secure jobs in the local economy of Staffordshire. As well as serving the members of his Newcastle-under-Lyme constituency as their MP, Aaron is the co-owner of a start-up, DivideBuy that he set up with friends from his cricket team.
Newcastle-under-Lyme
(since 2019)
SCOTT BENTON MP
SUPPORTER
Scott is passionate about his local economy and fights for the creation of more jobs in his Blackpool South constituency. Having been raised in Yorkshire and studied at the University of Nottingham, Scott went on to work as a primary school teacher and focused on supporting under-privileged children before entering politics where he is committed to doing the same.
Blackpool South
(since 2019)
JAKE BERRY MP
SUPPORTER
Educated at Liverpool College and then University of Sheffield, Jake trained at a solicitor before becoming the Member of Parliament for Rossendale and Darwin in 2010. Jakes experience had afforded him the opportunity to champion affordable housing and having been the Minister for the Northern Powerhouse, Jake is keen on championing Northerners.
Rossendale and Darwen
(since 2010)
SAQIB BHATTI MBE MP
SUPPORTER
Son of an immigrant, Saqib follows the values of hard work, integrity and determination, taught by his father. Born in Walsall, West Midlands, these values assisted Saqib to gain a place at the London School of Economics before going on to be the youngest ever President of the Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce. He now champions business in the house of commons have been elected in 2019.
Meriden
(since 2019)
BOB BLACKMAN MP
SUPPORTER
From a background in sales and management with British Telecoms, Bob went on to be the Greater London Assembly member for Brent and Harrow and was a Councillor for 24 years before becoming MP in 2010. Bob enjoys rock music and is partial to a wide variety of food… especially curry.
Harrow East
(since 2010)
SIR PETER BOTTOMLEY MP
SUPPORTER
From a lorry driver to the House of Commons, Peter describes himself as an industrial economist. Peters wealth of experience serves him as the Father of the House of Commons – a title bestowed to the member with the longest continuous service. Peters service has included selected committees on Overseas Aid and Transport as well as in Government as a junior minister.
Worthing West
(since 1997)
SIR GRAHAM BRADY MP
SUPPORTER
Born in Salford, Graham went on to study at Durham University before going on work for the Centre for Policy Studies and later as a Public Affairs Director. Since becoming an MP, Grahams experience includes the opposition spokesperson on employment and as Shadow Minister for Schools. In 2010, Graham was elected Chairman of the 1922 Committee and more recently, Graham became the Vice President of the Enterprise Forum.
Altrincham and Sale West
(since 1997)
JACK BRERETON MP
SUPPORTER
Having been a councillor since 2011, Jack is keen to support his local community and served as a school governor in his patch, and as the City Council cabinet member for regeneration, transport and heritage in Stoke-on-Trent. Since entering Parliament, Jack has continued this work to fight for his local community.
Stoke-on-Trent South
(since 2017)
ANDREW BRIDGEN MP
SUPPORTER
Educated at local state schools and then Nottingham University, Andrew has a wealth of knowledge that includes being trained as an officer in the Royal Marines. With 25 years’ experience running his family business, Andrew used this insight to service on the Regulatory Reform Committee as the Enterprise Bill Committee, as he continues to fight for local and national causes.
North West Leicestershire
(since 2010)
PAUL BRISTOW MP
SUPPORTER
From a family of proud NHS workers, Paul grew up locally and is proud to be the Member of Parliament for Peterborough. Paul is keen on fighting issues that are key to his local community and puts them first in his plan for regeneration. This plan includes to improve the standards of schools and to get a fair share of police officers.
Peterborough
(since 2019)
SARA BRITCLIFFE MP
SUPPORTER
As the youngest Conservative MP elected in the 2019 election, Sara is the first Conservative to represent Hyndburn since 1992. Having been born and raised in Hyndburn, Sara focused on the vibrancy of her constituency in her maiden speech. Sara is also a member of the Women and Equalities Committee and is committed to ensure that all men and women are treated equally.
Hyndburn
(since 2019)
FIONA BRUCE MP
SUPPORTER
With prior experience in running and developing a local business over 20 years, Fiona is a key advocate for local enterprises and champions local charities, both local and further afield, having a commitment to developing a school in Tanzania. Fiona is passionate about her opposition to HS2 and has campaigned for more investment to improve local roads and to mend potholes.
Congleton
(since 2010)
ROBERT BUCKLAND MP
SUPPORTER
Born in Llanelli, Wales, Robert is a proud Welshman then went to study at Durham university where he graduated in Law in 1990. Prior to entering the House of Commons, Robert practiced as a barrister in Wales until 2010, specialising in criminal law at a number of crown courts. Robert is now the Secretary of State for Justice.
South Swindon
(since 2010)
ROB BUTLER MP
SUPPORTER
Focused on the need for vibrant high streets and thriving villages, Rob is keen to ensure that local communities are connected with good roads and through the preservation of the countryside. In opposing HS2, Rob stands firm that local investment is better for our wider economy.
Aylesbury
(since 2019)
ALUN CAIRNS MP
SUPPORTER
Son of a welder and a shop-keeper, Alun grew up in Swansea before being elected as a member of the Welsh Assembly having seen first-hand the deprived communities near in his local area. Alun champions small business and worked for Lloyds Bank for more than 10 years, mainly in business development.
Vale of Glamorgan
(since 2010)
ANDY CARTER MP
SUPPORTER
Educated at Worksop College, Nottinghamshire, and then the University of Leicester, Andy went on to be a radio journalist in his early career, and later played an instrumental role in the launch of Smooth Radio, based in MediaCity, Salford. Having been elected in 2019, Andy is keen to support local business, having launched his own business in 2014 and played a key role in his family business.
Warrington South
(since 2019)
BRENDAN CLARKE-SMITH MP
SUPPORTER
Nottinghamshire born and bred, Brendan was raised on the Clifton council estate in Nottingham. Having qualified as a teacher and went on to teach across Europe as well as the UK, Brendan is committed to representing his constituents on both national and international issues.
Bassetlaw
(since 2019)
CHRISTOPHER CLARKSON MP
SUPPORTER
Originally from Blackburn, Chris studied law at Dundee University before going on to work as a development manager. Prior to being elected in to the House of Commons in December 2019, Chris was a Salford City Councillor between 2011 and 2019 and remains keep on supporting issues that are important to the people of the North-West.
Heywood & Middleton
(since 2019)
ALBERTO COSTA MP
SUPPORTER
Born in the UK to Italian parents, Alberto is a passionate advocate for the local life in Leicestershire. From the proposals to the Hinckley National Rail Freight Interchange (HNRFI), to the expansion of Magna Park, he has been a passionate advocate for local communities in helping to address the big issues that matter to them
South Leicestershire
(since 2015)
ROBERT COURTS MP
SUPPORTER
Being self-employed for twelve years prior to entering parliament and as a key player in his local community, Robert is a key advocate for his constituents. From volunteering for the Thames Valley Air Ambulance, to championing business through the chairmanship of the App Party Parliamentary Group for Small and Micro-businesses, Robert has many interests which he uses to support the people of Witney and West Oxfordshire.
Witney
(since 2016)
JAMES DALY MP
SUPPORTER
As a previous leader of the Conservative Group of Bury Council, James is proud of his fight for local causes. Originally from Huddersfield, James is a criminal defence solicitor and champions schools and in doing so is a governor of two schools, including as Chair of a nursery school that was recently awarded an outstanding Ofsted inspection.
Bury North
(since 2019)
DR JAMES DAVIES MP
SUPPORTER
Born in St Asaph and brought up in Prestatyn, James was a councillor for 11 years before entering Parliament. Both locally and nationally, James is keen to be tough on crime and see more bobbies on the beat, as well as turbo-charging the North Wales economy through fighting for better infrastructure and business rates relief.
Vale of Clwyd
(since 2019)
GARETH DAVIES MP
SUPPORTER
Born and raised in Yorkshire, the son of a primary school teacher and small business owner, Gareth attended a state comprehensive school in Leeds and went on to work for some of the largest pension and sovereign wealth funds in the world. In Parliament, Gareth uses his wealth of knowledge and experience to back local business, healthcare professions, teachers and the police.
Grantham and Stamford
(since 2019)
DAVID DAVIS MP
SUPPORTER
Brought up on the Aboyne council estate in Tooting to a single mother, David is a fine example of social mobility in the UK. Determined to win a place at university, David went on to study at the University of Warwick, London Business School, then Harvard before working for Tate and Lyle for 17 years before entering Parliament.
Haltemprice and Howden
(since 1997)
SARAH DINES MP
SUPPORTER
Having grown up in a council house and educated at a state school, Sarah went on to study at Brunel University, followed by Inns of Court School of Law. As a family lawyer, Sarah has had dealings with divorce, care, adoption and other issues that she continues to back in Parliament, but that also give her thirty years of experience dealing with the issues that are so important to people in today’s society.
Derbyshire Dales
(since 2019)
SIR IAIN DUNCAN SMITH MP
SUPPORTER
Having served in the Scots Guards, IDS joined the Conservative Part in 1981 and was elected in 1992. With a long and distinguished political career behind him, including the party leadership, IDS remains a strong and influential voice in today’s Conservative Party and more recently, launched the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China.
Chingford & Woodford Green
(since 1992)
MARK EASTWOOD MP
SUPPORTER
Son of a single parent that worked as a nurse in Dewsbury, Mark lived on a council estate in Batley until his late teens. After attending the local state school and entering his first job in sales, Mark is a successful businessman and believes that his humble upbringings gives him a good understanding of the challenges that hard-working people faces on a daily basis.
Dewsbury
(since 2019)
GEORGE EUSTICE MP
SUPPORTER
Coming from a family in the mining, engineering, and farming industries, George entered the House of Commons in 2010 and champions economic regeneration. After several years working in the family farming business, George is keen to support the environment and in 2013 he was appointed on to the Downing Street Policy Board, responsibly for Energy and the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Camborne and Redruth
(since 2010)
SIR DAVID EVENNETT MP
SUPPORTER
As a former secondary school teacher, insurance broker and lecturer in management, David has a wealth of knowledge that serves him as a Member of Parliament. First elected in 1983, David has been a member of the Education and Skills Select Committee and an opposition whip before. More recently, David was appointed as Vice Chairman of the Conservative Party.
Bexleyheath and Crayford
(since 2005)
BEN EVERITT MP
SUPPORTER
With a passion for Rugby and Politics, father of three, Ben, grew up on a farm and is keen to protect our rural communities and industries. Prior to entering Parliament as MP for Milton Keynes, Ben was Head of Strategy at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales and worked within his own Patch.