Nigel Farage
MP for Clacton
Reform
4 Jul 2024 - Present
Questions Asked by This MP
Parliamentary questions and government responses.
Response classifications show how directly each question was answered.
We at Reform, a party that is alive and kicking, very much enjoyed your speech on Monday. You seem to be learning a very great deal from us. But can I encourage you please to go further as a matter of national security? Over the weekend, an illegal immigrant from Iran, who we believe came by boat, was arrested in the north of England on serious charges of terrorism. Since the speech on Monday, 1,000 undocumented young males have crossed the English channel. Does the Prime Minister agree that now is the time to declare the situation in the English channel a national security emergency?
Context
The question addresses the influx of undocumented migrants crossing the English Channel, raising concerns about national security.
The Prime Minister (Keir Starmer)
The situation is serious. The last Government lost control of the borders. We are taking powers—[Interruption.] This is precisely to the hon. Gentleman’s point. The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill is the first Bill to give counter-terrorism-like powers to law enforcement, precisely so that we can get in before the crimes are committed and before people get to this country. This is the most far-reaching provision ever for law enforcement to defend and secure our borders. That is why it is extraordinary that he, of all people, voted against it, and sooner or later he is going to have to explain that.
Assessment
No specific commitment was made regarding declaring the situation a national security emergency.
Redirection
Session: PMQs 2025-05-14
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I am sure the Prime Minister and the whole House would wish to congratulate Donald Trump on his landslide victory last week—
Context
Donald Trump won a landslide victory in the U.S. presidential election.
Keir Starmer
I am glad to see the hon. Member making a rare appearance back here in Britain. He has spent so much time in America recently that I was half expecting to see him in the immigration statistics when we see the next batch—[Interruption.] He may have missed it, but I congratulated the incoming President last week, and we will work with him. The point the hon. Member makes about Iran is very serious, and we will work across the House and with our allies on it. Obviously on the question of proscription, we keep that under review.
Assessment
specifics about Iran or proscription policy were not provided
Under Review
Session: PMQs 2024-11-13
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Yesterday saw celebratory scenes outside prisons as serious criminals were released. This is to make way for others including rioters and those who have said unpleasant things online. Is the Prime Minister aware of growing public anger about two-tier policing and justice?
Context
Concerns about the release of serious criminals to make room for rioters and those expressing opinions on social media, reflecting a perceived two-tier justice system.
Keir Starmer
I am angry to be put in the position of releasing people who should remain imprisoned due to previous government failures. The last PM was repeatedly warned about his release scheme's dangers, including increased risks for detaining suspects.
Assessment
Public sentiment and two-tier justice system
Delaying And Increasing Risks
Session: PMQs 2024-09-11
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Since the mistaken opening of negotiations by the last Government on the sovereignty of the Chagos islands, it turns out that the British high commissioner and others appear to have been bugged by the Government of Mauritius. If police investigation proves this true, is the 99-year lease even worth the paper it's written on?
Context
The question stems from reports that the British high commissioner and others were bugged by the Mauritian government, raising questions about the trustworthiness of Mauritius in relation to a 99-year lease on Diego Garcia.
Stephen Doughty
We note reports with concern but will not comment on an ongoing police investigation. Historical conversations, not current negotiations, are under scrutiny. The treaty meets our national security objectives and respects the Chagossian people's interests.
Session: British Indian Ocean Territory Sovereignty 2024-10-22
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Other Parliamentary Activity
Debates led and petitions presented.
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill 2026-02-03
03 February 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill 2026-01-20
20 January 2026
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
National security must always be the first priority of any Government, especially during uncertain times. The deal secures the vital military asset for future generations, allowing the base to continu...
Ukraine and Wider Operational Update 2026-01-07
07 January 2026
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Electoral Resilience 2025-12-16
16 December 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Local Elections 2025-12-04
04 December 2025
Urgent Question
Contributed to this debate
Will the Minister confirm that local elections will go ahead in May 2026 as previously stated by the Government? The MP raises concerns about uncertainty created by recent statements from ministers re...
European Convention on Human Rights (Withdrawal) 2025-10-29
29 October 2025
General Debate
Led by this MP
Farage argues for withdrawing from the European Convention on Human Rights, emphasising sovereignty and control over immigration. He criticises judges in Strasbourg and domestic courts for undermining...
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill 2025-10-20
20 October 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
I beg to move amendment 1, page 1, line 7, leave out subsection (2) and insert—(1A) The Treaty and sections 2 to 4 of this Act do not come into force until the duties outlined in section [The addition...
Immigration System 2025-05-12
12 May 2025
Ministerial Statement
Contributed to this debate
Spring Statement 2025-03-26
26 March 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
The Labour Government aims to provide security for working people and deliver national renewal, restoring stability to public finances by cutting interest rates three times since the election. The foc...
Ukraine 2025-03-03
03 March 2025
General Debate
Contributed to this debate
Called on the House to show courage in the face of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, announced a significant increase in defence spending for the first time since the cold war. Emphasised economic securit...
Attendance
13.6%
3 of 22 votes
Aye Votes
0
0.0% of votes
No Votes
3
13.6% of votes
Abstentions
19
86.4% of votes
03 Feb 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill: Second Reading
Ayes: 458
Noes: 104
Passed
28 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Opposition Day: British Indian Ocean Territory
Ayes: 103
Noes: 284
Failed
28 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Opposition Day: Youth unemployment
Ayes: 91
Noes: 287
Failed
27 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 9
Ayes: 91
Noes: 378
Failed
27 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 1
Ayes: 88
Noes: 310
Failed
27 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Amendment 2
Ayes: 61
Noes: 311
Failed
21 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 195
Noes: 317
Failed
21 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial...
Ayes: 373
Noes: 106
Passed
21 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill: Thir...
Ayes: 316
Noes: 194
Passed
21 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill Commi...
Ayes: 191
Noes: 326
Failed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 184
Passed
20 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Sentencing Bill: motion to disagree with Lords Amendment 7
Ayes: 319
Noes: 127
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 344
Noes: 182
Passed
20 Jan 2026
VOTED NO
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill: motion to...
Ayes: 347
Noes: 185
Passed
13 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Clause 63 Stand part
Ayes: 348
Noes: 167
Passed
13 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 26
Ayes: 172
Noes: 334
Failed
13 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 9
Ayes: 181
Noes: 335
Failed
13 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Clause 86 stand part
Ayes: 344
Noes: 173
Passed
13 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 25
Ayes: 187
Noes: 351
Failed
13 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 24
Ayes: 184
Noes: 331
Failed
12 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: New Clause 7
Ayes: 188
Noes: 341
Failed
12 Jan 2026
DID NOT VOTE
Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee: Amendment 3
Ayes: 185
Noes: 344
Failed
3
PMQs Asked
1
Ministerial Questions Asked
20
House of Commons Debates Involved
0
Westminster Hall Debates Led
0
Statements / Bills
0
Petitions Presented
22
Voting Record
Activity Compared to Peers
How does this MP's parliamentary activity compare to the national average across 649 MPs?
Prime Minister's Questions
+55% above average
This MP:
3
Average:
1.9
Ministerial Questions
-87% below average
This MP:
1
Average:
7.9
Westminster Hall Debates Led
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
1.5
Commons Chamber Debates
+746% above average
This MP:
20
Average:
2.4
Statements / Bills Proposed
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
5.1
Petitions Presented
-100% below average
This MP:
0
Average:
2.2
Voting Attendance Rate (%)
-82% below average
This MP:
13.6
Average:
75.6
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This page tracks Nigel Farage's parliamentary activity including questions asked, debates (Commons Chamber + Westminster Hall), statements/bills, and petitions presented.