LD took this seat from Con after 4 consecutive elections.
Marie Goldman
Liberal DemocratsMarie Goldman is the Liberal Democrat MP for Chelmsford, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024. She currently undertakes the role of Liberal Democrat Spokesperson (Women and Equalities).
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Represented by LD since 2024. Centred on Chelmsford. Population 99,201.
Much-loved supermarket to close Essex branch this month
Essex Echo · 8 Apr 2026
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£32,400
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£44,800
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
4,225
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
46
26 primary, 6 secondary, 14 other
Total Income Tax▼
£485m
from 58,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£3,550
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£8,300
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▼
57.5
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
79.9%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
1 city — 107,199 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
32 councillors across 13 wards · Last elections: May 2023
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmer Village Beaulieu Park | Liberal Democrats | Rose Moore | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Steve Hall | May 2023 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Susan Sullivan | May 2023 | |
| Goat Hall | Liberal Democrats | Hazel Olive Clark | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Linda Mascot | May 2023 | |
| Great Baddow East | Liberal Democrats | Andrew Sosin | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Kieron Anthony Franks | May 2023 | |
| Liberal Democrats | Peter Davey | May 2023 | |
| Great Baddow West | Liberal Democrats | Jannetta Sosin | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Sue Young | May 2023 | |
| Marconi | Liberal Democrats | Jude Deakin | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Smita Rajesh | May 2023 | |
| Moulsham Central | Liberal Democrats | Charlene Anne-Maria Adutwim | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Graham Pooley | May 2023 | |
| Liberal Democrats | Marie Goldman | May 2023 | |
| Moulsham Lodge | Liberal Democrats | Ashley Thompson | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Simon Goldman | May 2023 | |
| Patching Hall | Liberal Democrats | Chris Davidson | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Lynne Foster | May 2023 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Vetri Pappa | May 2023 | |
| Springfield North | Liberal Democrats | Chloe Tron | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Dan Clark | May 2023 | |
| Liberal Democrats | Ian Fuller | May 2023 | |
| St Andrews | Liberal Democrats | Ann Davidson | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Joanne Louise Hawkins | May 2023 | |
| Liberal Democrats | Stephen Robinson | May 2023 | |
| The Lawns | Liberal Democrats | Natacha Audrey Dudley | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Richard John Lee | May 2023 | |
| Trinity | Liberal Democrats | Eleanor Sampson | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Julia Frascona | May 2023 | |
| Waterhouse Farm | Liberal Democrats | Jennie Lardge | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Nora Walsh | May 2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LD | 20,214 | 39.9% | |
Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GE | Con | 15,461 | 30.5% |
| Ref | 6,754 | 13.3% | |
| Lab | 6,108 | 12.0% | |
| Green | 1,588 | 3.1% | |
| Ind | 230 | 0.5% | |
| Ind | 187 | 0.4% | |
| WPB | 105 | 0.2% | |
| Ind | 69 | 0.1% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2017 GE | Con | 31,934 | 55.9% |
Won 2024 GE | LD | 14,313 | 25.1% |
| Lab | 10,295 | 18.0% | |
| Ind | 580 | 1.0% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GE | Con | 30,525 | 53.7% |
Won 2024 GE | Lab | 16,953 | 29.8% |
| LD | 6,916 | 12.2% | |
| Ind | 1,645 | 2.9% | |
| Green | 821 | 1.4% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2010 GE | Con | 27,732 | 51.5% |
Won 2024 GE | Lab | 9,482 | 17.6% |
| Ind | 7,652 | 14.2% | |
| LD | 6,394 | 11.9% | |
| Green | 1,892 | 3.5% | |
| Ind | 665 | 1.2% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2015 GE | Con | 25,207 | 46.2% |
| LD | 20,097 | 36.8% | |
| Lab | 5,980 | 10.9% | |
| Ind | 1,527 | 2.8% | |
| Ind | 899 | 1.6% | |
| Green | 476 | 0.9% | |
| Ind | 254 | 0.5% | |
| Ind | 153 | 0.3% |
Marie Goldman appeared in 1 national article across 4 topics (14 Apr 2026 – 14 Apr 2026)
Mixed (+0.10)Ranked #120 of 286 MPs mentioned in national coverage
Goldman expresses appropriate concern about hospice funding pressures, but her statement is largely reactive criticism without proposing solutions.
13 articles hidden as not sufficiently relevant to this constituency
Iceland Foods is permanently closing its Springfield Road store in Chelmsford on April 25, 2026, though its Food Warehouse branch at Riverside Retail Park will remain open. The closure affects local shoppers who will need to use alternative Iceland locations.
Chelmsford's Meadows Shopping Centre is undergoing revitalisation with new retailers and restaurants opening, including Smoke & Pepper, Hollywood Bowl, Suit Direct, and Big Dog Land. The announcement follows a decision to abandon previous demolition plans and instead maintain the centre as a vibrant retail and leisure destination.
McFly and Craig David have been announced as headliners for the New World Festival at Chelmsford's Central Park over the August Bank Holiday weekend in 2026. The festival will feature multiple stages, food and bar areas, and VIP facilities in the city centre.
McFly will headline the Chelmsford Summer Series at Central Park on August 29, with two band members having local connections to the area. This is part of a broader three-day summer festival programme for Chelmsford residents.
Greene King is seeking new landlords for four pubs across Essex, including two in Chelmsford (The Flyer and The Globe). All venues are undergoing refurbishments and are being offered as franchise opportunities under Greene King's Hive Pubs model.
Profile of Mary Loram, a senior judge at Chelmsford Crown Court, discussing her 30-year legal career, the pressures of criminal justice work, and her views on the system's challenges including case backlogs and proposals to limit jury trials. The article highlights her role in sentencing, the emotional toll of difficult cases, and her perspective on the future of the criminal courts.
Chelmsford City racecourse has had its operating licence withdrawn by the British Horseracing Authority following the administration of its parent company, Great Leighs Estates Limited. The article traces the venue's troubled 18-year history from its opening as Great Leighs in 2008, through multiple ownership changes, financial crises, and recent operational failures including a chaotic Justin Timberlake concert and staffing issues.
Chelmsford racecourse has lost its racing licence after the BHA rejected a takeover bid by Golden Mile Racing Limited following the administration of Great Leighs Estates Limited. The abrupt cancellation of the Easter meeting fixtures has drawn strong criticism from trainers and jockeys over the short notice given to the sport.
Chelmsford City racecourse has lost its racing licence from the British Horseracing Authority, forcing cancellation of scheduled fixtures including the lucrative Good Friday meeting. The closure follows the venue's operator entering administration in March, with management changes and previous operational challenges including a chaotic Justin Timberlake concert in July 2025.
Chelmsford City Racecourse has cancelled all forthcoming fixtures after the British Horseracing Authority refused to grant a licence to the new operator, Golden Mile Racing Limited. The previous tenant, Great Leighs Estates Limited, was placed in administration last month, and the BHA's decision will impact owners, trainers, jockeys, staff, and racegoers.
Chelmsford City Racecourse faces an uncertain future after the British Horseracing Authority refused to grant a racing license to its operator, Golden Mile Racing Limited, resulting in the cancellation of three upcoming races. The decision compounds existing pressures on the venue, including a capacity restriction imposed following a Justin Timberlake concert that drew an unsafe crowd of 23,000 people.
The British Horseracing Authority has refused to grant a licence to Chelmsford racecourse's new operating company, Golden Mile Racing Limited, forcing the cancellation of three upcoming fixtures including the Good Friday meeting. The decision puts the future of the racecourse in significant doubt, though the new company has the right to appeal within 21 days.
Chelmsford takeaway Kaani Kaana received a visit from England cricketer Jonny Bairstow during a pre-season friendly, earning the restaurant positive publicity. The family-run Bangladeshi and Indian restaurant has gained recognition through various awards and local popularity.
A cyclist was seriously injured in a collision with a car at Parkway and Broomfield Road in Chelmsford city centre on 31 March, requiring hospitalisation at Broomfield Hospital. The incident caused significant traffic disruption during evening rush hour, with Parkway blocked for over 90 minutes.
A serious traffic collision involving a car and motorcycle occurred on Parkway in Chelmsford, leaving a cyclist with serious injuries who was hospitalised. Essex Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Hollywood Bowl plans to open an 18-lane bowling alley in Chelmsford's Meadows Shopping Centre, replacing the One Beyond discount store. This is part of broader efforts to revitalise the shopping centre as a retail and leisure destination rather than pursue earlier mixed-use residential redevelopment plans.
A man was jailed for 10 years and three months after his mother-in-law, Esther Martin, was killed by his two XL Bully dogs while babysitting them in Jaywick, Essex. The case was heard at Chelmsford Crown Court and represents the first death by XL Bully after the breed ban came into force on February 1, 2024.
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