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Jack Rankin
Conservative and Unionist PartyJack Rankin is the Conservative MP for Windsor, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024.
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Positive coverage
“The Tobacco and Vapes Bill is a masterclass in self-defeat | Maxwell Marlow | The Critic Magazine” — The Critic Magazine
“Heathrow Airport Expansion Sparks Local Alarm -- Windsor MP Says He Is 'Firmly' Against Third Runway” — El-Balad.com
Represented by Con since 2024. Covers Windsor, Ascot and Slough. Population 115,984. 6,355 businesses.
Kate re-wears a dress for Easter Sunday service
Daily Mail Online · 5 Apr 2026
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£36,100
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£64,700
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
6,355
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
61
32 primary, 10 secondary, 19 other
Total Income Tax▼
£946m
from 58,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£4,030
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£16,200
per taxpayer / year
Source: HMRC Survey of Personal Incomes, tax year 2022-23. Allocated by taxpayer residence. Covers income tax only — excludes NI, VAT, and capital gains. Sample-based estimate (~8% confidence interval).
Attainment 8▼
54.3
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
76.5%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
1 city, 2 large towns, 4 towns, 6 villages, rural areas — 110,879 total population
Source: ONS Built-Up Areas (Census 2021) + data.police.uk — crime rates are per 1,000 population (last 3 months)
Source: data.police.uk — street-level crime data aggregated from LSOA to constituency
30 councillors across 15 wards · Last elections: May 2024
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascot Sunninghill | Conservative and Unionist Party | Asghar Mahmood Majeed | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | John Story | May 2023 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Julian Sharpe | May 2023 | |
| Clewer Dedworth East | the Borough first Independents | Alison Carpenter | May 2023 |
| the Borough first Independents | Helen Price | May 2023 | |
| Clewer Dedworth West | West Windsor Residents Association | Carole Ann Da Costa | May 2023 |
| West Windsor Residents Association | Wisdom Methodious Da Costa | May 2023 | |
| Clewer East | Liberal Democrats | Amy Elizabeth Spencer Tisi | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Karen Helen Davies | May 2023 | |
| Colnbrook Poyle | Conservative and Unionist Party | Dexter Smith | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Puja Bedi | May 2023 | |
| Datchet Horton Wraysbury | the Borough first Independents | David Buckley | May 2023 |
| National Flood Prevention Party | Ewan Larcombe | May 2023 | |
| the Borough first Independents | Jodie Grove | May 2023 | |
| Englefield Green East | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Trevor Gates | May 2023 |
| Englefield Green West | Labour Party | Paul Gahir | May 2024 |
| Eton Castle | Liberal Democrats | Devon Davies | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Julian Tisi | May 2023 | |
| Liberal Democrats | Mark Wilson | May 2023 | |
| Langley Foxborough | Labour Party | Mark Instone | May 2023 |
| Labour Party | Naveeda Qaseem | May 2023 | |
| Langley Marish | Conservative and Unionist Party | Chandra Sekhar Muvvala | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Wal Chahal | May 2023 | |
| Langley St Marys | Conservative and Unionist Party | Adil Iftakhar | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Gurcharan Singh Manku | May 2023 | |
| Old Windsor | Old Windsor Residents Association | Lynne Jones | May 2023 |
| Old Windsor Residents Association | Neil Knowles | May 2023 | |
| Sunningdale Cheapside | Conservative and Unionist Party | Genevieve Florence Gosling | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Sayonara Luxton | May 2023 | |
| Virginia Water | Liberal Democrats | Karin Rowsell | May 2024 |
Source: DCLEAPIL v1.0 by Jason Leman, LEAP (Andrew Teale) & Democracy Club. CC BY-SA 4.0. Data last refreshed: 1 Apr 2026.
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Con | 16,483 | 36.4% | |
| Lab | 10,026 | 22.2% | |
| LD | 9,539 | 21.1% | |
| Ref | 4,660 | 10.3% | |
| Green | 2,288 | 5.1% | |
| Ind | 1,629 | 3.6% | |
| WPB | 621 | 1.4% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2017 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 31,501 | 58.6% |
| LD | 11,422 | 21.3% | |
| Lab | 8,147 | 15.2% | |
| Green | 1,796 | 3.3% | |
| Ind | 508 | 0.9% | |
| Ind | 376 | 0.7% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 34,718 | 64.4% |
| Lab | 12,334 | 22.9% | |
| LD | 5,434 | 10.1% | |
| Green | 1,435 | 2.7% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 31,797 | 63.4% |
| Lab | 6,714 | 13.4% | |
| Ind | 4,992 | 9.9% | |
| LD | 4,323 | 8.6% | |
| Green | 1,834 | 3.7% | |
| Ind | 500 | 1.0% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GE | Con | 30,172 | 60.9% |
| LD | 11,118 | 22.4% | |
| Lab | 4,910 | 9.9% | |
| Ind | 1,612 | 3.3% | |
| Ind | 950 | 1.9% | |
| Green | 628 | 1.3% | |
| Ind | 198 | 0.4% |
Jack Rankin has not appeared in national political news coverage tracked by our system. This is common for backbench MPs who focus on constituency-level work rather than national policy debates.
20 articles hidden as not sufficiently relevant to this constituency
The Royal Family, including the King, Queen, and Prince and Princess of Wales with their children, attended the traditional Easter Sunday service at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle. The article focuses on the fashion choices of attendees, particularly Kate's recycled Self-Portrait dress, and notes significant absences including Prince Andrew and his daughters.
King Charles, Queen Camilla, and senior members of the Royal Family attended Easter Sunday service at St. George's Chapel in Windsor, with Princess Catherine returning to the event after a two-year absence due to cancer treatment. The service highlighted traditional royal family observances and included remarks from the new Archbishop of Canterbury calling for peace in the Middle East.
A child was struck by a car near Clewer Green CofE First School in Windsor, suffering a broken collarbone, prompting the school to call for inclusion in the School Streets scheme—a traffic management initiative that closes roads outside schools during peak times. The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead council said they are not currently rolling out the scheme in Windsor but are exploring support options.
Jack Rankin, MP for Windsor, criticises Labour's approach to banning junk food advertising and other products, arguing it represents inconsistent 'nanny state' governance. He contrasts this with what he sees as overly permissive advertising rules for controversial services like assisted dying.
Merlin Entertainments has installed a 1.2MW solar carport at Legoland Windsor, generating over 1.1 million kWh of clean electricity annually and reducing carbon emissions by approximately 190 tonnes per year. The installation supports the resort's sustainability goals and provides shaded parking for visitors while contributing to Merlin's broader target of achieving carbon neutrality by 2030.
The article discusses King Charles III's planned state visit to the United States in late April 2025, despite tensions between the UK and US over disagreements on Iran policy. The visit follows Trump's September 2025 state visit to Windsor Castle and comes amid criticism from opposition politicians who argue the UK should cancel to protest Trump's dismissive comments about British military capabilities.
Jack Rankin, MP for Windsor, delivers a speech on the rule of law at the University of Buckingham's Freedom Festival, arguing that the concept has been misappropriated by the left to limit freedoms rather than protect them. He contends that the Blair-era constitutional settlement has enabled lawyers and judges to override parliamentary sovereignty, citing examples like the treatment of veterans and constraints on free speech.
Ascot Racecourse has introduced a £25 annual membership fee for Royal Enclosure members starting in 2027, on top of existing costs for badges, parking, and food. The decision has sparked backlash from loyal members who view it as an unjustified price increase given the substantial fees they already pay.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's former personal assistant, Dame Charlotte Manley, has been honoured by King Charles at Windsor Castle after agreeing to speak to police about her ex-employer. The honour comes as Andrew faces a police investigation into allegations of leaking secrets to Jeffrey Epstein during his time as trade envoy.
A travel and entertainment article promoting ticket and hotel packages for Royal Ascot, a prestigious horse racing event held annually in June near Windsor. The article is primarily a promotional feature offering deals starting at £169 per person.
Maxwell Marlow criticises the Tobacco and Vapes Bill as counterproductive, citing Jack Rankin's parliamentary arguments that the legislation will fuel black markets, destroy retail jobs, and push smokers toward worse alternatives rather than improve public health. Rankin, the Conservative MP for Windsor, presented evidence from local inspections showing illicit tobacco sales and questioned whether the generational smoking ban is necessary given declining smoking rates driven by market innovation.
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie will not attend the Easter Service at St George's Chapel in Windsor due to alternative plans, though they retain royal titles and remain in the King's favour. The decision follows the release of Epstein files and their father Prince Andrew's arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
The Conservative Friends of Bangladesh hosted a celebration of Bangladesh's Independence Day and other festivals at the House of Commons, with multiple MPs including Windsor's Jack Rankin MP delivering speeches. The event highlighted the historic UK-Bangladesh relationship and praised British-Bangladeshi contributions to the UK.
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Council's internal audit plan for 2026/27 reveals 'outstanding areas of weakness' in governance and risk management, particularly in temporary accommodation, adult social care oversight (Optalis), business continuity, and health and safety. Councillors raised concerns about balancing follow-up on previously identified issues with new audits, while officials assured them the plan is deliverable with 'reasonable' levels of assurance.
Newbury MP Lee Dillon presented a public petition to Parliament calling for improved road safety for horses and riders, supported by seven MPs including Windsor MP Jack Rankin. The petition urges the government to introduce clearer legal requirements around passing distances, embed equestrian safety in driving tests, and strengthen driver education.
Windsor MP Jack Rankin has publicly declared he is 'firmly' against Heathrow Airport's planned third runway expansion, citing local infrastructure capacity limits, noise, traffic, and pollution concerns. The article examines the tension between the government's January 2025 renewed support for the £49bn project and strong local opposition based on cumulative environmental and infrastructure impacts.
Jack Rankin, the MP for Windsor, has raised significant concerns about London Heathrow's proposed £49 billion third runway expansion, particularly regarding its impact on local infrastructure, congestion, and environmental issues in the Windsor area. While opposing the runway expansion, Rankin supports developing a western rail link to Heathrow as an alternative to reduce road congestion and improve connectivity.
Jack Rankin, Windsor's MP, has publicly supported developing a western rail link to Heathrow Airport as part of broader transportation infrastructure discussions around the airport's expansion. The proposed rail connection aims to provide sustainable transport access, reduce carbon emissions, and improve regional connectivity while addressing environmental concerns.
Windsor MP Jack Rankin has publicly stated his firm opposition to Heathrow's planned third runway expansion, citing concerns about local infrastructure capacity, noise, traffic, and pollution affecting his constituents. He advocates instead for a western rail link to the airport as a more sustainable alternative that could address some local concerns while acknowledging the economic benefits the airport brings to Berkshire.
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