PARLIAMENTARY DETAILS
Julian Sturdy MP for York Outer Constituency

York Outer Parliamentary Constituency: An Overview

York Outer is a parliamentary constituency situated in the city of York, in North Yorkshire, England. It encircles the York Central constituency and includes suburban and rural areas around the historic city.

Historical Context

York Outer was created relatively recently, in 2010, following recommendations from the Boundary Commission for England to split the existing City of York constituency into two: York Outer and York Central. The creation aimed to accommodate growing populations and ensure fair representation.

Political Representation

Since its inception in 2010, York Outer has predominantly been represented by Julian Sturdy, a member of the Conservative Party.

Area and Demographics

The constituency of York Outer has a diverse population, typically consisting of a mix of working professionals, students, and retirees. The demographic profile is predominantly white, with a mix of socio-economic backgrounds, including middle-class families, working-class individuals, and professionals associated with the service and education sectors.

Current MP Details

Julian Sturdy MP photograph
Conservative

Julian Sturdy is the Conservative MP for York Outer, and has been an MP continually since 6 May 2010.

Elected May 2010
Elected 4 times

MP Contact Details

Parliamentary
House of Commons
London
SW1A 0AA
020 7219 7199
[email protected]
Constituency
York Conservatives
1 Ash Street
York
YO26 4UR
01904 784847

Constituency Election Results

Election Date
Event
Result
Electorate
Turnout
Majority
Election Date
12 Dec 2019
2019 General Election
Con Hold
Electorate
74,673
Turnout
55,347 (74%)
Majority
9,985
Election Date
8 Jun 2017
2017 General Election
Con Hold
Electorate
75,835
Turnout
57,427 (76%)
Majority
8,289
Election Date
7 May 2015
2015 General Election
Con Hold
Electorate
78,561
Turnout
53,903 (69%)
Majority
13,129
Election Date
6 May 2010
2010 General Election
Con Gain
Electorate
75,939
Turnout
53,300 (70%)
Majority
3,688

Constituency Map


MP History

Date
Event
Details
26 Oct 2022 to 2 Nov 2022
Committee
Protection from Redundancy (Pregnancy and Family Leave) Bill
9 Mar 2020 to Now
Committee
Consolidation, &c., Bills (Joint Committee)
2 Mar 2020 to Now
Committee
Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee
6 Nov 2017 to 6 Nov 2019
Committee
Consolidation, &c., Bills (Joint Committee)
11 Sep 2017 to 6 Nov 2019
Committee
Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee
9 Nov 2015 to 3 May 2017
Committee
Consolidation, &c., Bills (Joint Committee)
8 Jul 2015 to 17 Oct 2016
Committee
Energy and Climate Change Committee
12 Jul 2010 to 5 Nov 2012
Committee
Transport Committee
6 May 2010 to Now
House
Commons
6 May 2010 to Now
Affiliation
Conservative
6 May 2010 to Now
Representative
York Outer
5 May 2005
Election Contested
Scunthorpe
Notes

Rows highlighted in green indicates a currently held position.

MP Contributions

Date
Debate
Contributions
23 Apr 2024
Topical Questions
1
5 Mar 2024
Wine Duty
1
8 Feb 2024
Transport Connectivity: North Yorkshire
2
7 Feb 2024
NHS Dentistry: Recovery and Reform
1
21 Nov 2023
International Development White Paper
1
14 Nov 2023
Life Sciences Sector
2
24 Oct 2023
Topical Questions
1
28 Jun 2023
Mental Health In-patient Services: Improving Safety
1
25 Apr 2023
City Centre Security Measures and Access for Disabled People
1
21 Mar 2023
Cost of Energy
2

Constituency Member History

Date
Member
Reason for Leaving
Details
6 May 2010
to Now
Julian Sturdy
Conservative
Current Member
Julian Sturdy is the Conservative MP for York Outer, and has been an MP continually since 6 May 2010.

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