Shockat Adam, is a British businessman and independent politician, serving as the Member of Parliament for Leicester South since 2024.Adam has prioritized issues like the housing crisis and the National Health Service. He supported the UK government’s resumption of funding to the UN Relief Agency for Palestinian Refugees, acknowledging the influence of pro-Palestinian protests.
He has also sponsored amendments to abolish the two-child benefit cap, collaborating with other MPs to advocate for a more compassionate political alternative. As a founding member of the Independent Alliance, Adam continues to seek innovative solutions to pressing national issues while navigating challenges, including receiving death threats that have not deterred his commitment to his constituents. Indispora is proud to have Shockat Adam in our Global Government list.