James McMurdock
James McMurdock | |
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Official portrait, 2024 | |
| Member of Parliament for South Basildon and East Thurrock | |
| Assumed office 4 July 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Stephen Metcalfe |
| Majority | 98 (0.25%) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 1986 (age 39) |
| Party | Independent (since 2025) |
| Other political affiliations | Reform UK (2024–2025) |
| Children | 4 |
| Alma mater | University of Sussex (BA) |
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James McMurdock (born June 1986) is a British politician who has served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for South Basildon and East Thurrock since 2024. Elected for Reform UK, McMurdock left the party in July 2025 following allegations that he had received £70,000 in Bounce Back business loans during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite his businesses "being effectively dormant". He currently serves as an independent MP.