Democratic Unionist Party MP for East Antrim.
The Rt Hon Sammy Wilson is the Democratic Unionist Party MP for East Antrim, and has been an MP continually since 5 May 2005.
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 Wilson broke ranks. Free votes are the truer signal of personal stance.
| Date | Bill / motion | Vote | Whip |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Jul 2025 | Enterprise Act 2002 (Amendment of Section 58 Considerations) Order 2025 (SI, 2025, No. 737) | No | Freevs party |
| 16 Jul 2025 | Draft Enterprise Act 2002 (Definition of Newspaper) Order 2025 | No | Freevs party |
| 14 Jan 2025 | Renters' Rights Bill Report Stage: Government New Clause 14 | No | Freevs party |
Source · Hansard
“Condemned the bombing and accused Sinn Féin of hypocrisy in glorifying past bombers while condemning present attacks; called on First Minister to end ambivalence toward policing an…”
“Opposes wind farms on peatland; argues government policy contradicts climate goals by approving developments that release stored carbon and require carbon-intensive infrastructure.”
“Fear of racism accusations is embedded in public sector and obstructs risk assessment; families require assurance that ethnicity and colour will never again be a factor in protecti…”
“Government economic mismanagement will hit Northern Ireland harder than other UK regions; the Windsor framework costs and carbon taxes on sea transport are being ignored despite se…”
Select, joint and other committees Wilson currently sits on. Committee work is where much of the line-by-line scrutiny of bills and departments happens, away from the chamber.
| Committee | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Audit Committee | Member | Select |
| Speaker's Conference (2024) | Member | Select |
Source · UK Parliament Committees API
Committee seats are where backbenchers shape legislation and hold departments to account. Wilson sits on 2.
| Department | Qs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office | 55 | 24.2% |
| Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs | 26 | 11.5% |
| Department for Transport | 25 | 11.0% |
| Department for Culture, Media and Sport | 22 | 9.7% |
| Treasury | 21 | 9.3% |
| Department for Business and Trade | 15 | 6.6% |
| Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government | 11 | 4.8% |
| Department for Education | 11 | 4.8% |
What assessment he has made of the potential impact of a delay in the implementation of reforms to the UK Emissions Trading Scheme treatment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel on sustainable aviation fuel producers.
The UK ETS Authority is consulting on the future treatment of SAF in the UK ETS, with this work progressing as planned. The Government recognises the importance of a cohesive SAF policy landscape across both demand and supply sides of the U…read full →
Whether his Department plans to bring forward the timetable for recognising emissions reductions associated with Sustainable Aviation Fuel under the UK Emissions Trading Scheme.
The UK ETS already allows aircraft operators to recognise emissions reductions from eligible SAF when meeting their allowance surrender obligations, in line with existing legislative requirements, including the annual reporting deadline of …read full →
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent assessment she has made of the potential impact of British Council programs in Northern Ireland on that country; and whether she plans to support the continuation of those programs.
The British Council plays a crucial role supporting the UK's interests around the world, including in Northern Ireland, supported by its work in education, arts and culture, and promoting the English language. The British Council is operati…read full →
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of Cultural and Educational Programs on UK soft power in Ireland.
Awaiting answer.
Embassy of Israel Name of donor: Embassy of Israel
Address of donor: Embassy of Israel, 2 Palace Green, London W8 4QB
Estimate of the probable value (or amo… |
Board Member of the Centre for Brexit Policy. This is an unpaid role.
Board Member of the Centre for Brexit Policy. This is an unpaid role.
Date interest arose: 1 June 2019
(Registered 2 February 2022) |
Source · Members API · Last amended 18 Nov 2025
| Category | £ | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Staffing | 170,994 | 67.9% |
| Office Costs | 28,520 | 11.3% |
| Accommodation | 27,809 | 11.0% |
| MP Travel | 23,422 | 9.3% |
| Staff Travel | 928 | 0.4% |
| Total · 200 claims | 251,674 | 100% |
Source · IPSA · FY 24_25
Nothing tabled for Wilson on the published Order Paper this week.
| Year | Constituency | Votes | Share | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | East Antrim | 11,462 | 28.9% | Won |
| 2019 | East Antrim | 16,871 | 45.3% | Won |
| 2017 | East Antrim | 21,873 | 57.3% | Won |
| 2015 | East Antrim | 12,103 | 36.1% | Won |
| 2010 | East Antrim | 13,993 | 45.9% | Won |
| Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sammy WilsonWON | DUP | 11,462 | 28.9 |
Showing the MP’s own row only. Full result table: see East Antrim →