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James McMurdock

Ind Independent South Basildon and East Thurrock ID 5361
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At a glance

James McMurdock is currently a Independent MP for South Basildon and East Thurrock, and has represented the constituency for 2 years, 0 months. The latest election majority is 98. They are most active voting on Tax. They have voted in 41.7 % of eligible Commons divisions, compared with a Commons average of 72.7 %. For financial year 2024-25, James McMurdock submitted £171,670 of expenses, which is 24 % lower than the average MP. Asked 3,037 parliamentary questions in the last 12 months.

Parliamentary activity snapshot

Current activity signals from votes, debates, questions, sponsored bills, and topic coverage. This is not a performance score. Most recent activity: 2 Jul 2026.

Voting participation 41.7 %
MP
42 %
Avg
73 %
Rank 633 of 650 — lower than 97% of MPs
Debates 17
MP
17
Avg
70.9
22 contributions across 17 appearances Rank 586 of 650 — less than 90% of MPs
Questions asked 3,037
MP
3,037
Avg
127.6
Rank 2 of 650 — more than 100% of MPs

Voting alignment

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Based only on divisions where both MPs recorded comparable Aye/No votes. Tellers, absences, abstentions, and missing votes are excluded.

Constituency

Parliamentary history

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Party affiliations, constituency changes, parliamentary roles, and election results. In the Commons for 2 years, 0 months. Majority of 98.

Voting record

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Voted in 235 of 563 eligible divisions (41.7 %).

Parliamentary activity

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17 debate appearances and 22 contributions in the last 12 months. Tabled 3,037 parliamentary questions in the last 12 months.

Early Day Motions

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Tabled 43 and co-signed 128 Early Day Motions in this Parliament — the issues this MP has put their name to.

Expenses

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Total spend of £171,670 in the 2024-25 financial year.

Registered interests

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Interests registered across 2 categories.

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FAQs

Who is James McMurdock?

James McMurdock is a Member of Parliament representing South Basildon and East Thurrock. Source

Which party does James McMurdock represent?

James McMurdock currently represents Independent. Source

Which constituency does James McMurdock represent?

James McMurdock currently represents South Basildon and East Thurrock. Source

How long has James McMurdock been an MP?

James McMurdock has been in the House of Commons for 2 years, 0 months. Source

What registered interests are listed for James McMurdock?

James McMurdock has registered interests in 2 imported categories. These come from the UK Parliament registered interests data. Source