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Jess Phillips MP for Birmingham, Yardley Constituency

Birmingham Yardley is a parliamentary constituency situated in the city of Birmingham, in the West Midlands of England. Established in 1918, it is one of the several constituencies representing Birmingham, encompassing areas such as Acocks Green, South Yardley, Stechford, and parts of Sheldon.

Historical Context

Since its inception, Birmingham Yardley has been a battleground primarily between the Labour Party and the Conservative Party, with the seat exchanging hands several times, reflecting the varying political inclinations within the constituency.

Political Representation

The early representatives were predominantly from the Conservative Party, with Archibald Boyd-Carpenter being the first MP. The constituency then saw various transitions between the Conservative and Labour Parties, with representatives like William Henry Crump (Labour) in 1929 and Derek Spencer (Conservative) in the 1950s. In the latter part of the 20th century, it experienced sustained representation by the Labour Party with MPs like Ioan Evans and Sydney Tierney. A notable shift occurred in 2005 when John Hemming from the Liberal Democrats represented the constituency until 2015. Jess Phillips, a member of the Labour Party, has been the MP for Birmingham Yardley since 2015.

Area and Demographics

Birmingham Yardley is one of the constituencies in the diverse and populous city of Birmingham. The constituency of Birmingham Yardley is ethnically and socioeconomically diverse, reflecting the multicultural nature of Birmingham. It is home to a range of communities, including people of South Asian, African, and Caribbean descent, alongside white British residents. The area exhibits a mix of different ages, professions, and income levels.