Oliver Newton Colvile (26 August 1959 – 20 October 2025) was a British politician. He was a Conservative Member of Parliament (MP) for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport.
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Background
Colvile was born on 26 August 1959. His father served as an officer in the Royal Navy for over 30 years, his grandfather was the First Lieutenant of Plymouth's Naval barracks, whilst his uncle was a Royal Marines officer who served at Stonehouse. Colvile said his interest in politics took hold whilst at Stowe School when he became fascinated by how an idea could become law or a policy to protect civil liberties, to enhance people's freedom and for the enjoyment of life. He joined the Conservative Party's staff at the age of 21, working for Ministers and backbench MPs. He later devised community campaigns which saw the Conservatives return to Parliament a number of its candidates in marginal seats. Colvile formerly lived at The Millfields (formerly the Royal Naval Hospital), Plymouth.