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Judith Cummins
Labour PartyJudith Cummins is the Labour MP for Bradford South, and has been an MP continually since 7 May 2015. She is Deputy Speaker (First Deputy Chairman of Ways and Means).
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Positive coverage
“Bradford MP calls for investigation into road safety around school after incident” — Telegraph and Argus
“Bradford South MP holds community-focused coffee afternoon for residents” — Telegraph and Argus
Critical coverage
“Private hire firm fed up of being bombarded with fines for 'CAZ-compliant vehicles'” — Telegraph and Argus
A Lab seat since 2010, held for 5 consecutive elections. Covers Bradford, Queensbury and Oakenshaw. Population 109,899, notably young (median age 36 vs 41 nationally). Recorded crime is 64% above the national average. Median income £24K (below average).
Man to go on trial accused of causing death of Bradford woman
Telegraph and Argus · 8 Apr 2026
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£23,700
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£28,000
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
2,555
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
39
30 primary, 5 secondary, 4 other
Total Income Tax▼
£133m
from 44,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£1,980
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£3,030
per taxpayer / year
Source: HMRC Survey of Personal Incomes, tax year 2022-23. Allocated by taxpayer residence. Covers income tax only — excludes NI, VAT, and capital gains. Sample-based estimate (~8% confidence interval).
Attainment 8▼
36.1
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
47.0%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
1 city, 1 town, 2 villages, rural areas — 107,120 total population
Source: ONS Built-Up Areas (Census 2021) + data.police.uk — crime rates are per 1,000 population (last 3 months)
Source: data.police.uk — street-level crime data aggregated from LSOA to constituency
7 councillors across 7 wards · Last elections: May 2024
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling Barkerend | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Ismail Uddin | May 2024 |
| Great Horton | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Sirferaz Saddiq | May 2024 |
| Queensbury | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Luke Majkowski | May 2024 |
| Royds | Labour Party | Andrew Thornton | May 2024 |
| Tong | Green Party of England and Wales | Matt Edwards | May 2024 |
| Wibsey | Labour Party | Faiz Ilyas | May 2024 |
| Wyke | Labour Party | Tom Hughes | May 2024 |
Source: DCLEAPIL v1.0 by Jason Leman, LEAP (Andrew Teale) & Democracy Club. CC BY-SA 4.0. Data last refreshed: 1 Apr 2026.
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GE | Lab | 11,833 | 35.8% |
| Ref | 7,441 | 22.5% | |
| Con | 4,853 | 14.7% | |
| Green | 3,366 | 10.2% | |
| Ind | 3,345 | 10.1% | |
| LD | 954 | 2.9% | |
| WPB | 513 | 1.6% | |
| Ind | 489 | 1.5% | |
| Ind | 248 | 0.8% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2024 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GE | Lab | 18,390 | 46.3% |
| Con | 16,044 | 40.4% | |
| Ind | 2,819 | 7.1% | |
| LD | 1,505 | 3.8% | |
| Green | 983 | 2.5% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2024 GEWon 2019 GEWon 2015 GE | Lab | 22,364 | 54.5% |
| Con | 15,664 | 38.2% | |
| Ind | 1,758 | 4.3% | |
| LD | 516 | 1.3% | |
| Ind | 377 | 0.9% | |
| Green | 370 | 0.9% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2024 GEWon 2019 GEWon 2017 GE | Lab | 16,328 | 43.4% |
| Con | 9,878 | 26.3% | |
| Ind | 9,057 | 24.1% | |
| Green | 1,243 | 3.3% | |
| LD | 1,094 | 2.9% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lab | 15,682 | 41.3% | |
| Con | 11,060 | 29.1% | |
| LD | 6,948 | 18.3% | |
| Ind | 2,651 | 7.0% | |
| Ind | 1,339 | 3.5% | |
| Ind | 315 | 0.8% |
Judith Cummins has not appeared in national political news coverage tracked by our system. This is common for backbench MPs who focus on constituency-level work rather than national policy debates.
19 articles hidden as not sufficiently relevant to this constituency
A man has pleaded not guilty to causing the death of a Bradford woman, Donna Smith, in a dangerous driving incident on Hillcrest Drive in Queensbury on August 29, 2024. The trial is scheduled for November 9 and will also address a charge of perverting the course of justice related to setting fire to the vehicle involved.
The Government has confirmed that a £25m scheme to widen and improve Tong Street (A650) in Bradford will proceed after surviving a review of road projects. Bradford South MP Judith Cummins welcomed the announcement, framing it as major investment addressing long-standing congestion issues in the constituency.
A train named 'The Bradfordian' was unveiled at Bradford Forster Square Rail Station, featuring artwork celebrating local cultural icons and landmarks as part of Bradford's City of Culture 2025 designation. The initiative, supported by Northern Rail and local leaders, aims to promote Bradford's culture to tens of thousands of passengers across West Yorkshire and Manchester.
A University of Bradford law student and Creative Writing Society president is launching a project to encourage young people aged 5-17 across the Bradford district to contribute short stories and poems for publication in youth-focused books. The initiative aims to preserve creative writing, celebrate Bradford's culture, and inspire the next generation of writers through community engagement and school-based workshops.
Bradford South MP Judith Cummins has written to Bradford Council demanding an urgent review of road safety measures around Shirley Manor Primary Academy in Wyke following an incident where a child was struck by a car. The MP is supporting a parent-led petition and calls for measures including reduced speed limits, improved signage, and traffic-calming features.
Better Start Bradford, a National Lottery-funded early childhood development programme, has concluded after ten years of delivering services across three Bradford constituencies. The scheme reached over 40,000 families, supported 11,000 children with speech and language needs, and influenced wider early years strategy in Bradford, with its work continuing through a new Better Futures partnership.
Bradford's health research and art projects, including the Born in Bradford study and artist Ian Beesley's work with dementia groups, are being showcased in a major exhibition at London's Wellcome Collection. The exhibition highlights Bradford's role in pioneering public health research and demonstrates how social determinants of health—including inequality and community factors—shape residents' life outcomes.
Local environmental artist James Owen Thomas, trained at Bradford School of Art, has been commissioned by outgoing Lord Mayor Councillor Mohammed Shafiq to create artwork for City Hall's Lord Mayor office. The 24-year-old artist, known for creating work from recycled waste materials, has gained recognition for his talent and sustainability-focused practice.
A large fly-tipping incident containing asbestos has been discovered in a lay-by on Tong Lane in Bradford. Bradford Council has mobilised a specialist asbestos removal team and opened an investigation, with the waste expected to be cleared today or tomorrow.
Bradford Memories Cafe, a social group for older people and those living with dementia, has moved its weekly meetings from mornings to 1pm on Wednesdays at Napoleons Casino on Bolton Road. The group, founded in 2019 by former Bradford City COO James Mason, organises themed sessions, trips, and entertainment to combat isolation and encourage reminiscence about life in Bradford.
Bradford South MP Judith Cummins visited Ryecroft Primary Academy to observe a supervised toothbrushing programme delivered by the Community Dental Service, highlighting efforts to improve oral health outcomes for local children where decay rates exceed the national average. The MP emphasised her long-standing campaign for better NHS dentistry access and investment in prevention.
Bradford Bulls' return to Super League rugby is projected to deliver significant economic benefits to the city through increased visitor spending, hotel bookings, and hospitality trade, with models suggesting £625m in visitor spend and over £1bn in wider socio-economic benefits. Major corporate sponsors including Aon, Expect Distribution, ATM Hospitality and Brit Systems have committed renewed or new partnerships, signalling business confidence in Bradford and supporting community programmes across the district.
Bradford South MP Judith Cummins organised a community coffee afternoon at Motive8 College in Wyke, connecting older residents with advice and support from over a dozen partner organisations on health, crime prevention, pensions, and energy bills. The successful event builds on a similar September event in Wibsey, with plans for more coffee afternoons across the constituency.
A lifestyle article highlighting five cultural and historical attractions in Bradford that locals should visit, including Lister Park, the National Science and Media Museum, Valley Parade stadium, Bradford Industrial Museum, and Salts Mill. The piece celebrates Bradford's cultural heritage and status as the UK's City of Culture in 2025.
Bradford Live has announced plans to screen all England games from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with capacity for 3,500 fans in a dedicated 'Bradford Live World Cup Fan Park'. The venue will offer various viewing options from open-air fan zones to VIP packages, with entertainment, hospitality, and multiple pricing tiers.
A 24-year-old local artist, James Owen Thomas, has created a commissioned portrait of Bradford City Hall that has been unveiled and placed on permanent display in the Lord Mayor's office. The artwork celebrates local talent, creativity, and inclusion within Bradford, with the Lord Mayor drawing comparisons to David Hockney.
The historic Bradford Club, closed after 250 years of operation, is being revived as a cultural hub. Impressions Gallery will move into the building this week, while new owners plan to convert it into a grassroots music venue with practice rooms, recording studios, and a bar within 18 months.
Bradford district is hosting a wide range of family-friendly Easter events and activities across museums, galleries, markets, and public spaces from late March through mid-April. Events include craft workshops, exhibitions, live music, and outdoor activities designed to engage families and communities during the school holiday period.
Hassan Shah, fleet manager of Arrow Cars, reports that his CAZ-compliant minibuses are being repeatedly fined despite council approval, forcing him to lodge over 50 manual appeals. The article highlights failures in coordination between Bradford Council, DVLA, and CAZ operators, leaving private hire drivers uncertain about compliance and facing significant costs.
Bradford South has been allocated £300,000 from the government's Pride in Place Impact Fund to improve community spaces, facilities and public infrastructure across six council wards. MP Judith Cummins secured this funding as part of her priority to attract investment and improve the constituency.
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