Elmet (UK Parliament constituency) facts for kids
Elmet was a special area in West Yorkshire, England, used for voting in elections. It was like a local district that chose one person to represent its people in the UK Parliament. This person is called a Member of Parliament (MP).
The Elmet area was created in 1983. It included the eastern parts of Leeds and some nearby towns. People living in Elmet would vote for their MP in general elections.
What is a Constituency?
A constituency is a bit like a team's home ground in sports, but for politics! It's a specific area on the map. Each constituency gets to choose one person to be their voice in the House of Commons. This is where laws are made for the whole country.
When people vote in a general election, they choose a candidate to represent their constituency. The candidate who gets the most votes in that area wins.
What is an MP?
An MP stands for Member of Parliament. An MP is a person who has been elected by the people in their constituency. Their job is to represent the views and needs of the people who live in their area.
MPs work in the UK Parliament in London. They discuss new laws, ask questions to the government, and try to make sure their local area gets a fair deal.
Elmet's History
From 1997, the MP for Elmet was Colin Burgon. He was a member of the Labour Party. Mr. Burgon served the people of Elmet for many years.
However, in 2010, the Elmet constituency was changed. It was decided that the area would no longer be a separate voting district. Because of this, Colin Burgon did not stand for election in the 2010 general election for Elmet. The area was then divided and became part of other nearby constituencies.
