Worsley and Eccles South (UK Parliament constituency)

Worsley and Eccles South (UK Parliament constituency)
Name	Worsley and Eccles South
Map1	Worsley_and_Eccles_South_2010
Map2	EnglandGreaterManchester
Map entity	Greater Manchester
Map year	2010
Type	Borough
County	Greater Manchester
Electorate	75,264 (December 2010)
Major towns	Eccles, Walkden, Worsley
European	North West England
Year	2010
Mp	Barbara Keeley
Party	Labour
Region	England

Worsley and Eccles South (UK Parliament constituency) is a borough constituency in Greater Manchester, represented in the House of Commons since its creation in 2010. It is currently held by Barbara Keeley of the Labour Party. The seat was formed primarily from the former Worsley constituency and includes the towns of Eccles, Walkden, and Worsley.

History

The constituency was created for the 2010 general election following a review by the Boundary Commission for England, which aimed to reduce the number of seats in Greater Manchester. It largely succeeded the Worsley seat, which had been represented by Labour's Terry Lewis since a 1990 by-election. Historically, the area was part of the Eccles constituency, represented for many years by Lewis Carter-Jones. The creation of Worsley and Eccles South marked a significant redrawing of political boundaries in Salford, merging industrial and suburban communities with distinct political traditions. The seat has been held by Labour since its inception, reflecting the party's strong historical support in the region, which includes former mining and textile communities.

Boundaries

The constituency covers the northeastern part of the City of Salford metropolitan borough. As defined by the Boundary Commission for England's Fifth Periodic Review, it comprises the Salford City Council wards of Barton and Winton, Boothstown and Ellenbrook, Cadishead and Lower Irlam, Eccles, Irlam, Little Hulton, Pendlebury, Swinton North, Swinton South, and Walkden North, and Walkden South. It is bordered by the constituencies of Bolton South East, Wigan, Leigh, Stretford and Urmston, and Salford and Eccles. The boundaries encompass a mix of urban areas, post-war housing estates, and some suburban and semi-rural locations, including parts of the historic Chat Moss peat bog.

Members of Parliament

The constituency has elected one Member of Parliament since 2010. * 2010–present: Barbara Keeley (Labour)

Prior to the constituency's creation, the area was represented within the former Worsley seat by Labour MP Terry Lewis from 1990 to 2010. Barbara Keeley, previously the MP for the former Worsley constituency from 2005, successfully transitioned to the new seat. She has served in various shadow ministerial roles, including Shadow Minister for Mental Health and Social Care.

Elections

Elections in the 2020s

2024 general election

2019 general election In the 2019 general election, Barbara Keeley retained the seat for Labour with 23,820 votes, though with a reduced majority. The Conservative candidate, Matthew Sephton, came second. The Brexit Party and the Liberal Democrats also contested the seat, with the latter increasing their share of the vote significantly compared to 2017.

Demographics

The population is predominantly White British, with small but growing ethnic minority communities. The area has a mix of social housing and owner-occupied homes, with significant pockets of deprivation as identified in the Indices of Multiple Deprivation. Key employment sectors include NHS services, retail, logistics, and public administration, with many residents commuting to Manchester City Centre. The constituency contains several significant landmarks, including the Bridgewater Canal, the Worsley New Hall site, and the Eccles Town Hall. Educational attainment varies across the constituency, with several Ofsted-rated schools and colleges serving the area.

Category:Parliamentary constituencies in Greater Manchester Category:UK Parliament constituencies in North West England