Davyhulme (UK Parliament constituency)

Davyhulme was a parliamentary constituency in the United Kingdom. It was located in what is now Greater Manchester, England.

Creation and Abolition:

The constituency was created in 1950 from parts of the former constituencies of Stretford and Eccles. It was abolished in 1983, with its territory being largely incorporated into the new constituency of Trafford.

Boundaries:

The constituency covered the area of Davyhulme, and parts of Flixton and Urmston. These areas were then within the municipal borough of Stretford.

Members of Parliament:

• 1950-1959: William Proctor (Conservative)
• 1959-1966: Frederic Harris (Conservative)
• 1966-1974: Andrew Cunningham (Labour)
• 1974-1983: Winston Churchill (Conservative) (Grandson of the former Prime Minister of the same name)

Elections:

The Davyhulme constituency saw both Conservative and Labour representation throughout its existence. The 1966 election marked a significant shift when Labour gained the seat, reflecting broader political trends at the time. The constituency returned to Conservative hands in 1974.

Significance:

Davyhulme was a relatively short-lived constituency, existing for just over three decades. It reflected the post-war redrawing of parliamentary boundaries in response to population shifts. The constituency's later incorporation into Trafford highlights the changing administrative geography of Greater Manchester.