Aberdeen South (UK Parliament constituency)

Aberdeen South is a constituency of the House of Commons of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. It covers the southern part of the city of Aberdeen in Scotland. It was created in 1950 and has been represented by a Member of Parliament (MP) since that time.

Historically, the constituency has been a marginal seat, changing hands between the Conservative, Labour, and Liberal Democrat parties. Demographic shifts and national political trends have significantly impacted the constituency's voting patterns over the years.

The boundaries of the constituency have been subject to periodic reviews and revisions by the Boundary Commission for Scotland to ensure fair representation based on population distribution. These changes can affect the political landscape of the constituency.

Key areas within Aberdeen South include areas such as Kincorth, Torry, Garthdee, and Ferryhill. The economy of the constituency is diverse, with significant presences in the energy sector, particularly related to North Sea oil and gas, as well as education, healthcare, and retail. The University of Aberdeen has a major campus located within the boundaries of the constituency.

The current MP for Aberdeen South is Stephen Flynn of the Scottish National Party (SNP), elected in 2019.