Hove and Portslade (UK Parliament constituency)

Hove and Portslade is a constituency in the United Kingdom, represented in the House of Commons of the UK Parliament. It covers the areas of Hove and Portslade-by-Sea, both located within the city of Brighton and Hove in East Sussex, England.

The constituency was created for the 1997 general election, replacing the former Hove constituency. Since its creation, it has been a closely contested seat between the Labour Party and the Conservative Party, with a brief period of representation by the Liberal Democrats.

The boundaries of the constituency have remained relatively stable since its inception, encompassing the western part of the city of Brighton and Hove. The area is characterized by a mix of residential areas, commercial districts, and the Port of Shoreham.

Historically, Hove had been a safe Conservative seat, but demographic changes and shifts in political alignment led to its becoming a marginal constituency. The addition of Portslade to the constituency in 1997 further contributed to its marginality, as Portslade traditionally leans more towards the Labour Party.

The current Member of Parliament (MP) for Hove and Portslade is [Insert Current MP Name and Party Here]. The constituency is considered a key battleground in UK general elections.