Portrait of Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg

Former Member of Parliament

Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg

Conservative MP for North East Somerset

At a glanceSir Jacob Rees-Mogg was a Conservative MP for North East Somerset.

Full parliamentary career21 past posts

Government posts

  • Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy · Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy 6 Sep 2022 – 25 Oct 2022
  • Minister of State (Minister for Brexit Opportunities and Government Efficiency) · Cabinet Office 8 Feb 2022 – 6 Sep 2022
  • Lord President of the Council and Leader of the House of Commons · Office of the Leader of the House of Commons 24 Jul 2019 – 8 Feb 2022

Committee memberships

Previous seats

  • North East Somerset · Elected 4 times 6 May 2010 – 30 May 2024

Elections contested

  • North East Somerset and Hanham 4 Jul 2024
  • The Wrekin 7 Jun 2001
  • Central Fife 1 May 1997

Party affiliation

  • Conservative 6 May 2010 – 30 May 2024

Source: parliamentary career on parliament.uk.

Expenses£207,380 · 2024/25
Staffing£120,029
Miscellaneous£85,480
Office Costs£1,871

See every line item

Source: IPSA (OGL v3.0)

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg, answered from official Parliament data.

Who is Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg?

Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg was a Member of Parliament who represented North East Somerset in the House of Commons. See Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg's official Parliament profile.

Which party did Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg represent?

Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg sat as Conservative. See Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg's official Parliament profile.

Which constituency did Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg represent?

Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg was the Member of Parliament for North East Somerset. See Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg's official Parliament profile.

What registered interests are listed for Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg?

Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg's official Parliament profile.

Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.