Miriam Joy Cates (née Atkins), born on August 23, 1982 (43 years old) in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, is best known today as a GB News presenter and political commentator.
She first became widely known in UK politics as the Conservative MP for Penistone and Stocksbridge, serving from December 12, 2019, to May 30, 2024.
Keep reading Miriam Cates’s Wiki to learn more about her life, husband, children, family, career, education, and more.
Miriam Cates Wiki & Early Life
| Full Name | Miriam Joy Cates (née Atkins) |
| Profession | Former UK MP, GB News presenter/commentator, former teacher |
| Age | 43 years old |
| Date of Birth | August 23, 1982 |
| Nationality | British |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Virgo |
| Birthplace | Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England |
| Current Address | Oughtibridge, South Yorkshire |
Miriam Cates Husband & Children
Miriam Cates is married to David Cates, who is often referred to as “Dave.”
David is the director of Redemption Media Limited on the UK government’s Companies House register.
Miriam met David through a church volunteering project connected to Network Church in Sheffield. The exact date of their marriage is yet to be updated.
Children
The couple has three children, but their identities are yet to be updated.
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Husband | David Cates |
| Children | 3 |
Miriam Cates Family
Miriam Cates grew up in a Christian family in Sheffield. She has two younger brothers. Her father worked as a general practitioner (GP), and her mother had a math’s degree and was a stay-at-home mum.
| Parent’s Name | Father: Yet to be updated Mother: Yet to be updated |
| Siblings | Yet to be updated |
Miriam Cates Education
Miriam Cates grew up in Sheffield and went to King Edward VII School in the city.
University of Cambridge: Natural Sciences (genetics)
After school, she studied Natural Sciences at Christ’s College, University of Cambridge. Her degree focus is commonly described as genetics.
Teacher training: PGCE at Sheffield Hallam University
After Cambridge, she returned to Sheffield and completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) at Sheffield Hallam University.
| School | King Edward VII School, Sheffield |
| Alma Mater | Christ’s College, University of Cambridge; Sheffield Hallam University |
| Highest Qualification | Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) |
Miriam Cates Career
Before national politics, Miriam Cates worked in education as a secondary school science teacher in Sheffield. She taught Chemistry and Biology at Tapton School. Specific start and end dates for her teaching work are yet to be updated.
Business role: Redemption Media (software company)
Alongside teaching and family life, Miriam Cates has been publicly linked to Redemption Media, a small software company that she and her husband founded and own together.
Local politics: parish councillor (2015 onwards)
Her first elected role was in local government. Miriam became a parish councillor for the Oughtibridge ward on the Bradfield Parish Council in 2015.
Step into party politics: Conservative Party and local candidate
Miriam joined the Conservative Party in 2018. That same year, she stood as a Conservative candidate in Sheffield (Stannington ward) in the local elections. She did not win, but it raised her profile in South Yorkshire politics.
MP for Penistone and Stocksbridge (December 2019 to May 2024)
Miriam Cates was elected as the Conservative MP for Penistone and Stocksbridge on December 12, 2019. She served until May 30, 2024, when Parliament dissolved ahead of the general election.
Committee Work and Policy Focus
During her time in Parliament, she held committee roles, including work connected to education and church-related legislation. These roles are part of formal parliamentary scrutiny, such as questioning witnesses and contributing to committee reports.
Bill Work: Relationships and Sex Education (Transparency) Bill
One of her best-known parliamentary actions was sponsoring the Relationships and Sex Education (Transparency) Bill in 2023. It focused on parental access to teaching materials used for relationships and sex education.
Leaving Parliament in 2024
At the 2024 general election period, her time as an MP ended, and official records list her as leaving the House of Commons on May 30, 2024.
Media Career after Politics: GB News Presenter and Co-anchors
After leaving Parliament, Miriam Cates moved into TV and media work. She was revealed as a stand-in presenter for GB News in late July 2024, then later became a regular part of the channel’s presenter team.
Britain’s Newsroom: who she co-anchors with
Miriam is part of Britain’s Newsroom, and GB News has publicly announced her as a co-anchor alongside Andrew Pierce on weekdays.
Because GB News has made schedule changes over time, the Friday co-host slot has varied in public announcements and reporting:
- In a GB News schedule update (starting September 1), the channel said Alex Armstrong would step in as co-host on Fridays.
- Other schedule reporting for 2025 has also described Ben Leo as a Friday co-host on Britain’s Newsroom.
So, the most consistent public picture is that she co-anchors Britain’s Newsroom with Andrew Pierce, and has also co-presented the show with Alex Armstrong, with later listings also linking the Friday slot to Ben Leo.
Dewbs & Co: who she works with on the show
Miriam had also worked with Dewbs & Co, which is now led by Michelle Dewberry. She used to host Dewbs & Co every other Friday.
| Year | Role/Title | Organization/Project |
| 2015 | Parish councillor | Bradfield Parish Council (Oughtibridge Ward) |
| 2018 | Council election candidate; joined the Conservatives | Sheffield City Council election (Stannington ward) |
| 2019 | Member of Parliament | UK Parliament, Penistone and Stocksbridge |
| 2020-2024 | Committee member | Ecclesiastical Committee |
| 2021-2024 | Committee member | Education Committee |
| 2023 | Sponsor, Private Member’s Bill | Relationships and Sex Education (Transparency) Bill |
| 2024 | Left the House of Commons | UK Parliament |
| 2024-2026 | Presenter and commentator | GB News (Britain’s Newsroom) |
Miriam Cates Controversies
Here is a quick table of the main public controversies linked to Miriam Cates, with the year, what it was about, and a source link for context.
| Year | Controversy | Detail |
| 2023 | “Cultural Marxism” phrase at NatCon | Faced criticism after using the phrase in a National Conservatism Conference speech, with commentators saying the term has harmful associations. |
| 2023 | RSE transparency push | Introduced the Relationships and Sex Education (Transparency) Bill, which became part of a wider dispute over what schools teach and what parents should be able to see. |
| 2023 | Commons standards watchdog investigation | Reported as being under investigation by the Commons standards watchdog for an allegation described as causing “significant damage” to the reputation of the House. |
| 2024 | Bayswater Support Group reporting | Named in reporting about the Bayswater Support Group’s links to politicians and policy influence in debates about trans issues and safeguarding. |
Miriam Cates Net Worth, Salary
Specific details about Miriam’s net worth and annual salary are yet to be updated.
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
| Salary (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
Miriam Cates Height, Weight & Physical Stats
Miriam has beautiful blue eyes and blonde hair; other details about her height and weight are yet to be determined.
| Height | In centimeters: Yet to be updated In meters: Yet to be updated In feet & inches: Yet to be updated |
| Weight | In kg: Yet to be updated In lbs: Yet to be updated |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Eye Color | Blue |
More From GB News
Miriam Cates Instagram, X, Facebook
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| X |  miriam_cates |
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| Own site |  miriamcates.org.uk |
FAQs
Who is Miriam Cates?
Miriam Cates is a former Conservative MP and a GB News presenter and commentator. She was the MP for Penistone and Stocksbridge from December 12, 2019 to May 30, 2024.
Why is Miriam Cates famous today?
She is known today for her media role on GB News and for her time in Parliament, where she became a high-profile voice on education and family related issues.
What show is Miriam Cates on in GB News?
She is part of GB News’s daytime line-up and is widely listed as a co-anchor on Britain’s Newsroom.
Who does Miriam Cates co-anchor with on GB News?
Public GB News line-ups have listed her as co-anchoring Britain’s Newsroom with Andrew Pierce. Some scheduling updates also mention Alex Armstrong as a Friday co-host in a later line-up.
How old is Miriam Cates?
She was born on August 23, 1982, so she is (43 years old) as of March 5, 2026.
Is Miriam Cates married?
Yes. She is married to David (Dave) Cates.
What did Miriam Cates study?
She studied Natural Sciences at Christ’s College, University of Cambridge, and later completed a PGCE at Sheffield Hallam University.
