James McMurdock

British politician (born 1986)

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James McMurdock 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".

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Investigation urged after MP 'apparently' facilitates 'racial slur' against Sky News journalist An investigation is being urged into MP James McMurdock over his "use of social media to apparently facilitate racial abuse" against Sky News political correspondent Mhari Aurora. Sky News - Published 5 hours ago
Reform MP suspends himself from party over allegations around his business affairs Reform MP James McMurdock has suspended himself from the party. Sky News - Published on July 5, 2025