Synopsis
Darren Paffey was elected as the Labour (Co-op) MP for Southampton Itchen in July 2024 and is among the newer members of the current parliament. He has participated in 182 debate contributions across 116 debates, ranking 244th overall among all MPs, but has cast only 171 votes out of 460 eligible divisions for a participation rate of 37.17%, ranking 563rd overall. His debate contributions substantially outpace his voting participation, a notable divergence that is not explained by a government post. His debate contributions have focused on Education & Skills, Other/Procedural matters, and Child Welfare & Safeguarding, while his votes have predominantly concerned Justice & Law, Parliamentary Procedure, and Employment & Workers Rights.
Summary generated on 27/03/2026 (View details)
VOTING PARTICIPATION
176 / 466
37.77%
Ranked #559 of 650 MPs (14th percentile)
DEBATE CONTRIBUTIONS
119 / 7614
185 total contributions
Ranked #241 of 650 MPs (63th percentile)
REGISTERED INTERESTS
1
£302.40
Total declared interests