Chair of the 1922 Committee

The Chair of the 1922 Committee is the leader of a group of Conservative Members of Parliament in the UK. This committee was formed in 1922 to represent backbench Conservative MPs—those who are not part of the government or ministerial team—and to organize their influence on party decisions. The Chair acts as the link between these MPs and the party leadership, helping to coordinate votes, discuss issues, and provide a collective voice for the backbenchers within the party hierarchy. This position plays a key role in shaping party policy and leadership debates.