Former Member of Parliament
Sir David Amess
Conservative MP for Southend West
At a glanceSir David Amess was a Conservative MP for Southend West.
Early day motions
| 23 Sep 2021 | Honour for Petula Clark | 2 sig. |
| 30 Nov 2020 | Effect of night flights on residential areas | 5 sig. |
| 10 Sep 2020 | The global wildlife trade and prevention of future zoonotic pandemics | 83 sig. |
| 17 Mar 2020 | Water contamination in Sri Lanka | 35 sig. |
| 5 Mar 2020 | Accelerating human relevant life sciences in the UK | 103 sig. |
| 28 Oct 2019 | Canon Pat Browne | 21 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Committee memberships
- Panel of Chairs 15 Jan 2020 – 15 Oct 2021
- Administration Committee 30 Oct 2017 – 6 Nov 2019
- Panel of Chairs 22 Jun 2017 – 6 Nov 2019
- Administration Committee 20 Jul 2015 – 3 May 2017
- Panel of Chairs 26 May 2010 – 3 May 2017
- Backbench Business Committee 30 Jun 2014 – 30 Mar 2015
- Backbench Business Committee 10 Jun 2013 – 14 May 2014
- Backbench Business Committee 12 Jun 2012 – 25 Apr 2013
- Panel of Chairs 26 Jun 2001 – 6 May 2010
- Health and Social Care Committee 20 Jul 1998 – 22 Oct 2007
- Broadcasting 1 Jun 1994 – 1 Jun 1997
Previous seats
- Southend West · Elected 4 times 6 May 2010 – 15 Oct 2021
- Southend West · Elected 3 times 1 May 1997 – 6 May 2010
- Basildon · Elected 3 times 9 Jun 1983 – 1 May 1997
Elections contested
- Newham North West 3 May 1979
Party affiliation
- Conservative 9 Jun 1983 – 15 Oct 2021
Expenses
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Sir David Amess, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Sir David Amess?
Sir David Amess was a Member of Parliament who represented Southend West in the House of Commons. See Sir David Amess's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Sir David Amess represent?
Sir David Amess sat as Conservative. See Sir David Amess's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Sir David Amess represent?
Sir David Amess was the Member of Parliament for Southend West. See Sir David Amess's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Sir David Amess?
Sir David Amess has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Sir David Amess's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.