Brighouse and Spenborough (UK Parliament constituency)
Brighouse and Spenborough is a constituency in the United Kingdom represented in the House of Commons. It is located in West Yorkshire, England. The constituency was created in 2010, largely replacing the former Halifax constituency and incorporating parts of the Batley and Spen constituency.
The constituency covers the towns of Brighouse and Spenborough (which includes Spen Valley towns such as Cleckheaton, Heckmondwike, and Liversedge), as well as surrounding villages. The boundaries of the constituency have been reviewed and may be subject to change in future parliamentary elections due to boundary commission reviews.
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Brighouse and Spenborough is elected using the first-past-the-post system. The constituency's political history has seen representation from different political parties. The current MP and the results of the most recent general election can be found on the official UK Parliament website or reputable news sources.
The area covered by Brighouse and Spenborough has a mix of urban and semi-rural areas, with a diverse range of industries and communities. Local issues within the constituency often include transport, employment, housing, and local services.