Tim Loughton served as a Member of Parliament for East Worthing & Shoreham for 27 years and held the position of Minister for Children. His extensive political career also includes serving as Deputy Chairman of the Home Affairs Select Committee from 2014 to 2024, where he gained experience in areas such as crime, policing, fraud, immigration, and security.
Beyond his parliamentary roles, Loughton has significant experience in the children's social care and learning disabilities sector.