Walthamstow East (UK Parliament constituency) facts for kids

Walthamstow East was a special area in east London that used to choose its own representative for the UK Parliament. This representative is called a Member of Parliament (MP). Think of it like a team captain for a specific part of the country. This MP would go to the House of Commons in London to speak up for the people of Walthamstow East. They were chosen using a system called "first-past-the-post," which means the candidate with the most votes wins.

Walthamstow East in Essex, 1918-50

The Walthamstow East area was created for the election in 1918. It stopped being a separate area for elections in February 1974. When it was abolished, parts of Walthamstow East joined with other areas to form new constituencies. Most of it became part of the new Walthamstow constituency. However, a small part called Hale End ward was added to the new Chingford constituency.

What Were the Boundaries of Walthamstow East?

The "boundaries" of a constituency are like its borders, showing exactly which streets and neighborhoods are included. These boundaries can sometimes change over time.

Early Boundaries: 1918–1950

From 1918 to 1950, Walthamstow East included three specific parts of the Urban District of Walthamstow. These were the areas known as Hale End, Hoe Street, and Wood Street.

Later Boundaries: 1950–1974

From 1950 until it was abolished in 1974, the boundaries stayed almost the same. It still covered the Hale End, Hoe Street, and Wood Street areas, which were now part of the Borough of Walthamstow.

Who Represented Walthamstow East?

The people who represented Walthamstow East in Parliament were called Members of Parliament (MPs). They were elected by the people living in the constituency. Here is a list of the MPs who served Walthamstow East and the political parties they belonged to: