Emma Foody

Emma Louise Foody is a British politician who has served as Member of Parliament (MP) for Cramlington and Killingworth since 2024. A member of the Labour and Co-operative Party, she has been Vice-Chamberlain of the Household since July 2026.

Early life and education Foody was born in Gosforth and attended St Charles R.C Primary School in Gosforth, and Sacred Heart Catholic High School in Fenham, both of which are in Newcastle Upon Tyne.

Career From 2008 to 2011, Foody had roles at the North East Ambulance Service.

Political career Foody was assistant general secretary of the Co-operative Party from 2023 to 2024. In June 2024, Foody was elected as MP for the new constituency of Cramlington and Killingworth at the 2024 general election. In June 2026, following resignations she was appointed assistant whip.

In July 2026, she was appointed to the new government as Vice Chamberlain of HM Household by Andy Burnham.

Personal life Foody is married to Alex Norris, the Secretary of State for Justice and Labour MP for Nottingham North and Kimberley.