Joe Robertson is the Member of Parliament for Isle of Wight East, elected in July 2024. He grew up in Ryde and attended local schools before qualifying as a family law solicitor. Joe later transitioned into the charity sector, joining Dementia UK, where he worked as an in-house advisor, negotiating contracts with the NHS, local authorities and other healthcare providers. He has served as an Isle of Wight Councillor since 2021 and was the Conservative group leader between 2021 and 2023.
Since entering Parliament, Joe has taken a proactive role in holding the government to account and delivering for his constituents. He sits on the Health and Social Care Committee, working cross-party with a particular focus on adult social care reform. He also serves as Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Shadow Departments for Culture, Media and Sport and Transport. In Parliament, he has consistently raised his constituent's top concerns, including the impact of National Insurance Contributions (NICs) on small businesses, the need for increased support for GPs, pharmacies, and hospices, and calling for stronger regulation of ferry services.
A passionate advocate for dementia care, Joe has directly challenged the Secretary of State for Health over the removal of dementia diagnosis targets from NHS England’s future planning. He is also Vice-Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Dementia, continuing his efforts to improve care and uphold the rights of those living with the condition.
Joe’s dedication to public service is deeply rooted in his family. His mother was a community care worker, and his sister and brother-in-law are nurses at St Mary’s Hospital. These family influences have shaped his values and strengthened his desire to help those less able to help themselves.
“I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my first year as an MP and remain committed to building on the work we’ve started. It’s an honour to represent the people of Isle of Wight East, and I will continue working hard to improve life for our community.”
Joe lives in Bembridge with his wife, Tanya, and their two children. They are proud to call the Island home and remain deeply engaged in the local community in which they live and serve.