Conservative and Unionist Party MP for Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner.
David Simmonds is the Conservative MP for Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner, and has been an MP continually since 12 December 2019. He currently undertakes the roles of Opposition Whip (Commons), and Shadow Minister (Levelling Up, Housing and Communities).
Top eight by total divisions voted, this parliament. Volume measures engagement, not direction — see Notable Votes for free-vote moments and rebellions.
Source · The Public Whip · Hansard
Moments where the whip was free, or where Simmonds broke ranks. Free votes are the truer signal of personal stance.
| Date | Bill / motion | Vote | Whip |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Mar 2025 | Tobacco and Vapes Bill: Third Reading | Yes | Freevs party |
| 26 Nov 2024 | Tobacco and Vapes Bill: Second Reading | Yes | Freevs party |
Source · Hansard
“The Opposition accept the principle of devolution but question whether directly elected mayors suit all regions; they warn the 2028 election date creates a problematic 12-month gap…”
“HS2 construction has created dangerous traffic hazards for school runs and suburban commuters; communities deserve compensation and protection for green spaces like Colne Valley Re…”
“Retain concerns that the Bill centralises power, but accept Government concessions on brownfield hierarchy and governance flexibility as meaningful progress without seeking divisio…”
“Opposition challenges the Bill as centralizing despite its devolution title; calls for brownfield prioritization, local consent for authority mergers, and stronger parish council p…”
Simmonds holds no select-committee seat this session. New 2024-intake MPs typically wait one term before being appointed.
| Department | Qs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government | 322 | 47.1% |
| Home Office | 163 | 23.9% |
| Treasury | 85 | 12.4% |
| Department of Health and Social Care | 19 | 2.8% |
| Department for Transport | 17 | 2.5% |
| Cabinet Office | 12 | 1.8% |
| Speaker's Committee on the Electoral Commission | 12 | 1.8% |
| Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs | 11 | 1.6% |
Communities and Local Government, whether the new unitary councils will be required to give 12 months notice to apply the second homes or empty homes council tax premium in their unitary council area, if (a) some and (b) all of their predecessor councils did not levy such premiums.
Awaiting answer.
Communities and Local Government, how the proposed ban on crypto-donations and overseas donations over £100,000 will apply to hon. Members.
I refer the hon. Member to the answer given to Question UIN 124668 on 20 April 2026.
Communities and Local Government, whether (a) planning applications for traveller sites and (b) retrospective planning permission for unauthorised sites will be a matter for a Planning Committee.
Between 26 March and 23 April 2026, the government consulted on the draft Regulations and guidance underpinning the government’s planning committee reforms from the Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025. The consultation can be found on gov.…read full →
Communities and Local Government, further to the press release, Red tape slashed to revamp high streets with new cafes and bars, of 26 July 2025, whether (a) combined authority mayors and (b) the Greater London Authority mayor will be given powers over Licensing Act 2003 licensing decisions and policy.
Through the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026, the Government has conferred new licensing functions on the Mayor of London and the Greater London Authority. This is to enable a more coherent, city-wide approach to licens…read full →
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Parliamentary Vice-President of London Councils. This is an unpaid role.
Date interest arose: 10 June 2025
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Date interest arose: 22 June 2019
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Source · Members API · Last amended 14 Apr 2026
| Category | £ | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Staffing | 238,409 | 94.2% |
| Office Costs | 13,673 | 5.4% |
| MP Travel | 794 | 0.3% |
| Staff Travel | 237 | 0.1% |
| Total · 59 claims | 253,113 | 100% |
Source · IPSA · FY 24_25
Nothing tabled for Simmonds on the published Order Paper this week.
| Year | Constituency | Votes | Share | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner | 21,366 | 45.4% | Won |
| 2019 | Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner | 29,391 | 55.6% | Won |
| Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| David SimmondsWON | Con | 21,366 | 45.4 |
Showing the MP’s own row only. Full result table: see Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner →