Christian Wakeford

Christian Wakeford is a British politician serving as the Member of Parliament for Bury South since 2019. Originally elected as a Conservative, he famously defected to the Labour Party in 2022, citing concerns over government integrity and policy direction. Since 2025, he has served as a Junior Lord of the Treasury. Before his parliamentary career, Wakeford held various local government roles, including serving on the Lancashire County Council and Pendle Borough Council. His political focus has included education, social justice, and support for the UK's Jewish community.