Nigel Mills facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Nigel Mills
Official portrait, 2019
Member of Parliament for Amber Valley
In office 6 May 2010 – 30 May 2024
Preceded by	Judy Mallaber
Succeeded by	Linsey Farnsworth
Personal details
Born	1974 (age 50–51) Jacksdale, Nottinghamshire, England
Political party	Conservative
Residences	Oakerthorpe, Derbyshire, England London, England
Alma mater	Newcastle University

Nigel John Mills (born 1974) is a British politician. He used to be a Member of Parliament (MP) for Amber Valley in Derbyshire. He served as an MP from the 2010 general election until he lost his seat in the 2024 general election. Mr. Mills is a member of the Conservative Party. He supported the Brexit movement, which meant the UK leaving the European Union.

Nigel Mills' Early Life and Education

Nigel Mills was born in Jacksdale, Nottinghamshire, in 1974. He attended a private school called Loughborough Grammar School. After that, he went to Newcastle University. There, he studied Classics, which includes ancient Greek and Roman history and languages.

What Did Nigel Mills Do Before Politics?

Before becoming a politician, Nigel Mills worked as a Chartered accountant. He qualified as an accountant in 1999. He worked for a big company called PricewaterhouseCoopers until 2010. Later, he joined Deloitte, another large company. At Deloitte, he was a Tax adviser, helping businesses with their taxes. He specialized in something called "transfer pricing."

Nigel Mills' Political Journey

Nigel Mills started his political career as a local councillor. In 2004, he was elected as a Conservative Councillor for Amber Valley Borough Council. He represented the Shipley Park, Horsley, and Horsley Woodhouse area. He was re-elected in 2008. However, he stepped down from this role when he became an MP. He also served as a Town Councillor for Heanor and Loscoe.

Becoming a Member of Parliament

Nigel Mills was first elected as an MP for Amber Valley in Derbyshire in the 2010 general election. He won the election with a majority of 536 votes. This meant he received 536 more votes than the candidate who came in second place.

What Did Nigel Mills Do as an MP?

During his time as an MP, Nigel Mills took part in various activities. In 2011 and 2012, he volunteered with Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) in Tajikistan. VSO is an organization that helps people in other countries. His work there focused on improving the business environment. The goal was to create more jobs for people who needed them most.

In Parliament, he voted on important issues. In 2011, he supported having a public vote (referendum) on whether Britain should stay in the European Union. In 2013, he voted against the government's idea to get involved in the conflict in Syria.

What Happened with the "Candy Crush" Incident?

In December 2014, Nigel Mills received media attention. He was seen playing the game Candy Crush on his iPad during a meeting of the Work and Pensions Committee. He later apologized for his behavior. He said he would "try not do it again."

Re-election and Later Years

Nigel Mills successfully kept his seat in the 2015 general election and the 2017 general election. In the 2019 general election, he increased his share of the votes. He won Amber Valley with a large majority of 16,886 votes.

However, in the 2024 United Kingdom general election, he lost his seat. Linsey Farnsworth from the Labour Party won the election in Amber Valley.

What Committees Did Nigel Mills Serve On?

As an MP, Nigel Mills was a member of several important committees. These included the Work and Pensions Select Committee, the Northern Ireland Affairs Select Committee, and the Immigration Bill Committee. Committees are groups of MPs who look closely at specific topics or proposed laws.

Nigel Mills' Personal Life

Nigel Mills lives in Oakerthorpe in Derbyshire and also in London. He is a big fan of sports. He holds a season ticket for Notts County F.C., which is a football club. He is also a member of the Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club.

What Award Did Nigel Mills Receive?

In November 2013, Nigel Mills received an award. He shared The Spectator's Parliamentarian of the Year Award. He received this award along with 14 other MPs. They were recognized for voting against stricter rules for the press. They believed in protecting the freedom of the press.

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  Official portrait, 2019