PARLIAMENTARY DETAILS
Barbara Keeley MP for Worsley and Eccles South Constituency

Worsley and Eccles South Parliamentary Constituency: An Overview

Worsley and Eccles South is a parliamentary constituency situated in Greater Manchester, England. It includes several towns and suburbs, housing a mix of residential and commercial settings.

Historical Context

The constituency of Worsley and Eccles South was created in 2010, following the boundary changes recommended by the Boundary Commission for England. It was formed from parts of the abolished constituencies of Eccles and Worsley.

Political Representation

Since its creation, Worsley and Eccles South has consistently been represented by the Labour Party. Barbara Keeley, a member of the Labour Party, serves as the Member of Parliament (MP) for the constituency.

Area and Demographics

This constituency includes parts of the City of Salford, encompassing areas like Worsley, Walkden, and Eccles. It combines suburban and urban environments, featuring residential, commercial, and industrial areas. The constituency reflects the varied urban and suburban demographic typical of Greater Manchester, including professionals, working-class individuals, and students.

Current MP Details

Barbara Keeley MP photograph
Labour

Barbara Keeley is the Labour MP for Worsley and Eccles South, and has been an MP continually since 5 May 2005. She currently undertakes the role of Shadow Minister (Culture, Media and Sport).

Elected May 2010
Elected 4 times

MP Contact Details

Parliamentary
House of Commons
London
SW1A 0AA
020 7219 8025
Parliamentary office
House of Commons
London
SW1A 0AA
020 7219 8025
[email protected]
Constituency
Constituency office
0161 799 4159

Constituency Election Results

Election Date
Event
Result
Electorate
Turnout
Majority
Election Date
12 Dec 2019
2019 General Election
Lab Hold
Electorate
75,219
Turnout
44,707 (59%)
Majority
3,219
Election Date
8 Jun 2017
2017 General Election
Lab Hold
Electorate
73,689
Turnout
45,642 (62%)
Majority
8,379
Election Date
7 May 2015
2015 General Election
Lab Hold
Electorate
72,177
Turnout
42,048 (58%)
Majority
5,946
Election Date
6 May 2010
2010 General Election
Lab Hold
Electorate
72,473
Turnout
41,701 (58%)
Majority
4,337

Constituency Map


MP History

Date
Event
Details
18 May 2022 to 28 Jun 2022
Committee
Online Safety Bill
11 Mar 2022 to Now
Opposition Post
Shadow Minister (Cabinet Office)
11 Mar 2022 to Now
Opposition Post
Shadow Minister (Culture, Media and Sport)
20 May 2020 to Now
Committee
Speaker's Advisory Committee on Works of Art
11 May 2020 to 4 Jul 2022
Committee
Health and Social Care Committee
9 Jan 2018 to 6 Apr 2020
Opposition Post
Shadow Minister (Mental Health and Social Care)
7 Oct 2016 to 9 Jan 2018
Opposition Post
Shadow Minister (Mental Health and Social Care)
18 Sep 2015 to 28 Jun 2016
Opposition Post
Shadow Minister (Health)
8 May 2015 to 18 Sep 2015
Opposition Post
Shadow Minister (Treasury)
24 Oct 2011 to 30 Mar 2015
Committee
Health and Social Care Committee
8 Oct 2010 to 7 Oct 2011
Opposition Post
Shadow Minister (Communities and Local Government)
12 May 2010 to 8 Oct 2010
Opposition Post
Shadow Minister (Health)
12 May 2010 to 8 Oct 2010
Opposition Post
Shadow Deputy Leader of the House of Commons
6 May 2010 to Now
Representative
Worsley and Eccles South
9 Jun 2009 to 6 May 2010
Government Post
Parliamentary Secretary and Deputy Leader of the House of Commons
5 Oct 2008 to 9 Jun 2009
Government Post
Assistant Whip (HM Treasury)
23 Jan 2006 to 6 May 2010
Committee
Finance and Services Committee
5 May 2005 to Now
House
Commons
5 May 2005 to Now
Affiliation
Labour
5 May 2005 to 6 May 2010
Representative
Worsley
Notes

Rows highlighted in green indicates a currently held position.

MP Contributions

Date
Debate
Contributions
18 Apr 2024
Business of the House
1
17 Apr 2024
Humanitarian Situation in Gaza
1
19 Mar 2024
Music Education
1
11 Mar 2024
Budget Resolutions
1
26 Feb 2024
Post Office Horizon: Compensation and Legislation
1
22 Feb 2024
Topical Questions
1
19 Feb 2024
UK Economy
1
19 Feb 2024
Post Office Governance and Horizon Compensation Schemes
1
7 Feb 2024
NHS Dentistry: Recovery and Reform
1
31 Jan 2024
Household Support Fund
1

Constituency Member History

Date
Member
Reason for Leaving
Details
5 May 2005
to Now
Barbara Keeley
Labour
Current Member
Barbara Keeley is the Labour MP for Worsley and Eccles South, and has been an MP continually since 5 May 2005. She currently undertakes the role of Shadow Minister (Culture, Media and Sport).

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