Bethnal Green (UK Parliament constituency) facts for kids

Bethnal Green was a special area in London that used to choose a person to represent it in the UK Parliament. This area, called a parliamentary constituency, was in the Bethnal Green part of the East End of London.

From 1950 until 1974, the people of Bethnal Green elected one Member of Parliament (MP). An MP is like a spokesperson for their area in the House of Commons. In 1974, the Bethnal Green constituency was changed. Parts of it became a new area called Bethnal Green and Bow.

What Were the Boundaries of Bethnal Green?

Bethnal Green in London from 1950 to 1955

Bethnal Green in London from 1955 to 1974

The Bethnal Green area has been part of the County of London since 1889. Before that, it was part of an older county called Middlesex.

When the Bethnal Green constituency was first created in 1950, it covered the whole Metropolitan Borough of Bethnal Green. This was a local government area within the County of London.

In 1955, some parts of the Metropolitan Borough of Hackney were added to the constituency. These parts included areas known as Triangle, Victoria, and Wick.

Later, in 1965, Bethnal Green became part of a bigger area called the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. This was when Greater London was formed. Hackney also became a larger area called the London Borough of Hackney.

Who Were the Members of Parliament?

The people listed below were the Members of Parliament (MPs) for Bethnal Green. They were elected by the people living in the constituency to represent them in the UK Parliament.