Bassetlaw (UK Parliament constituency)

Bassetlaw is a constituency in Nottinghamshire, England, represented in the House of Commons of the UK Parliament. It covers the northern part of the Bassetlaw district, including the towns of Worksop, Retford, and Harworth Bircotes, as well as numerous smaller villages and rural areas.

The constituency was created in 1885. Historically, Bassetlaw was a Labour-held seat for many decades, considered a safe Labour constituency, particularly during the post-war period. However, demographic shifts and changing political landscapes led to increasing Conservative support in the area.

The boundaries of Bassetlaw have been subject to revisions over the years, reflecting population changes and the need to maintain broadly equal constituency sizes.

The economy of the Bassetlaw area is diverse, encompassing agriculture, manufacturing, and service industries. The decline of traditional industries, such as coal mining, has impacted the area, and regeneration efforts have focused on attracting new businesses and creating employment opportunities.

Bassetlaw is part of the East Midlands region of England.