PARLIAMENTARY DETAILS
Rt Hon Steve Baker MP for Wycombe Constituency

Wycombe Parliamentary Constituency: An Overview

Wycombe is a parliamentary constituency located in Buckinghamshire, England. It encompasses the town of High Wycombe and its surrounding areas, featuring a blend of urban centres, suburban neighbourhoods, and rural landscapes.

Historical Context

The Wycombe constituency has a long history, dating back to the 17th century, having been established in 1708. Over the centuries, it has witnessed various boundary changes and adjustments, adapting to the evolving demographic and geographic landscape of the region.

Political Representation

Historically, Wycombe has seen a variety of political representation; however, in recent decades, it has predominantly been represented by the Conservative Party. Steve Baker, a member of the Conservative Party, serves as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Wycombe.

Area and Demographics

High Wycombe is the largest town in Buckinghamshire and is characterized by a mix of suburban and urban areas, with some rural landscapes in the surrounding regions. Wycombe has a diverse population with a range of ethnic backgrounds, ages, and socio-economic statuses. The area is home to a mix of professionals, students, and retirees, and the town serves as a commuter hub for individuals working in London and other nearby urban centres.

Current MP Details

Rt Hon Steve Baker MP photograph
Conservative

The Rt Hon Mr Steve Baker is the Conservative MP for Wycombe, and has been an MP continually since 6 May 2010. He currently holds the Government post of Minister of State (Northern Ireland Office).

Elected May 2010
Elected 4 times

MP Contact Details

Parliamentary
House of Commons
London
SW1A 0AA
020 7219 3547
[email protected]
Constituency
c/o Wycombe Conservative Association
150A West Wycombe Road
High Wycombe
HP12 3AE
01494 448408
[email protected]

Constituency Election Results

Election Date
Event
Result
Electorate
Turnout
Majority
Election Date
12 Dec 2019
2019 General Election
Con Hold
Electorate
78,093
Turnout
54,756 (70%)
Majority
4,214
Election Date
8 Jun 2017
2017 General Election
Con Hold
Electorate
77,087
Turnout
53,493 (69%)
Majority
6,578
Election Date
7 May 2015
2015 General Election
Con Hold
Electorate
76,371
Turnout
51,439 (67%)
Majority
14,856
Election Date
6 May 2010
2010 General Election
Con Hold
Electorate
74,175
Turnout
48,151 (65%)
Majority
9,560

Constituency Map


MP History

Date
Event
Details
7 Sep 2022 to Now
Government Post
Minister of State (Northern Ireland Office)
2 Mar 2020 to 19 Oct 2021
Committee
Treasury Committee
3 Dec 2018 to 6 Nov 2019
Committee
Treasury Committee
3 Dec 2018 to 6 Nov 2019
Committee
Treasury Sub-Committee
13 Jun 2017 to 8 Jul 2018
Government Post
Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Exiting the European Union)
8 Jul 2015 to 3 May 2017
Committee
Treasury Committee
12 May 2014 to 30 Mar 2015
Committee
Treasury Committee
2 Nov 2010 to 10 Jun 2013
Committee
Transport Committee
6 May 2010 to Now
House
Commons
6 May 2010 to Now
Affiliation
Conservative
6 May 2010 to Now
Representative
Wycombe
Notes

Rows highlighted in green indicates a currently held position.

MP Contributions

Date
Debate
Contributions
25 Apr 2024
Topical Questions
1
24 Apr 2024
Integrated Education: Northern Ireland
5
24 Apr 2024
Natural Environment: Northern Ireland
3
24 Apr 2024
Gross Domestic Product: Northern Ireland
3
15 Mar 2024
Public Procurement (British Goods and Services) Bill
1
15 Mar 2024
Business without Debate
1
14 Mar 2024
St Patrick’s Day: Irish Diaspora in the UK
4
29 Feb 2024
Border Target Operating Model
5
29 Feb 2024
Topical Questions
1
28 Feb 2024
Economic Growth
7

Constituency Member History

Date
Member
Reason for Leaving
Details
6 May 2010
to Now
Mr Steve Baker
Conservative
Current Member
The Rt Hon Mr Steve Baker is the Conservative MP for Wycombe, and has been an MP continually since 6 May 2010. He currently holds the Government post of Minister of State (Northern Ireland Office).

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