Aphra Brandreth · Conservative and Unionist Party
North West, England
: 74,284
Created in the 2023 boundary review, from parts of City of Chester and Eddisbury.
Recorded crime is 63% below the national average.
MP News Approval i
+70
Aphra Brandreth
Conservative and Unionist PartyAphra Brandreth is the Conservative MP for Chester South and Eddisbury, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024.
Vote on a package of government new clauses to the Crime and Policing Bill at Report Stage, covering measures including: criminalising organising begging for profit, stronger protections for emergency workers against racial and religious abuse, removing the limitation period in child sexual abuse cases, and new offences around internal concealment of items for criminal purposes. The large Aye majority reflects broad government support for these law and order measures.
Vote on New Clause 106, which sought to require women to have an in-person medical consultation before receiving abortion medication, as a safety measure. This was debated alongside New Clause 1, which would have decriminalised abortion for women, making it a free vote on conscience issues around abortion law reform.
Vote on whether to strengthen the advertising ban in the Assisted Dying Bill by requiring that any advertising restrictions also cover situations where advertisers know their adverts could influence vulnerable people's choices — going further than the basic ban proposed by the bill's sponsor Kim Leadbeater.
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A new constituency created in the 2023 boundary review. Won by Con in its first election in 2024 by 5.8%. Covers Chester, Weaverham and Cuddington (Cheshire West and Chester). Population 86,938, notably older (median age 48 vs 41 nationally). Recorded crime is 63% below the national average.
Tractor crash left me fighting for my life. I now live in constant pain
WalesOnline · 9 Apr 2026
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£33,300
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£49,700
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
5,255
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
54
41 primary, 7 secondary, 6 other
Total Income Tax▼
£533m
from 53,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£3,600
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£10,100
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▼
50.4
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
72.6%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
1 city, 1 large town, 3 towns, 12 villages, rural areas — 94,328 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
18 councillors across 13 wards · Last elections: May 2023
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audlem | Conservative and Unionist Party | Rachel Bailey | May 2023 |
| Bunbury | Conservative and Unionist Party | Rebecca Posnett | May 2023 |
| Christleton Huntington | Conservative and Unionist Party | Mark Williams | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Stuart Parker | May 2023 | |
| Farndon | Conservative and Unionist Party | Adrian Gerard Waddelove | May 2023 |
| Handbridge Park | Labour Party | Matt Carter | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Razia Daniels | May 2023 | |
| Lache | Labour Party | Alex Tate | May 2023 |
| Malpas | Conservative and Unionist Party | Rachel Williams | May 2023 |
| Tarporley | Conservative and Unionist Party | Charles Robert Hardy | May 2023 |
| Tarvin Kelsall | Liberal Democrats | Ted Lush | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Tom Cooper | May 2023 | |
| Tattenhall | Conservative and Unionist Party | Mike Jones | May 2023 |
| Weaver Cuddington | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Gillian Edwards | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Lynn Marie Stocks | May 2023 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Phil Rimmer | May 2023 | |
| Wrenbury | Conservative and Unionist Party | James Pearson | May 2023 |
| Wybunbury | Conservative and Unionist Party | Janet Clowes | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Con | 19,905 | 37.9% | |
| Lab | 16,848 | 32.1% | |
| Ref | 6,414 | 12.2% | |
| LD | 5,430 | 10.3% | |
| Green | 2,278 | 4.3% | |
| Ind | 1,611 | 3.1% |
Aphra Brandreth 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.
13 articles hidden as not sufficiently relevant to this constituency
Christine Lloyd, a Chester resident, survived a serious tractor collision in Wales in 2017 and now lives with chronic pain from her injuries. She is running the Chester Half Marathon to raise funds for the Wales Air Ambulance charity that saved her life, marking their 25th anniversary.
A woman has pleaded not guilty to causing the death of a Chester schoolboy, Evan Rothwell, a King's School pupil who died in November 2024. The trial is scheduled for February 2027 at Chester Crown Court.
Weaverham play park faces closure risk due to rising vandalism, including dangerous acts like removing bolts from equipment. The parish council is installing additional CCTV and considering legal action against those responsible.
The Countess of Chester Hospital's Call 4 Concern scheme (the local version of Martha's Rule) has received 107 alerts since launch, with 36% resulting in urgent clinical reviews. The service allows patients, families, and carers to request immediate clinical assessment if they believe a patient's condition is deteriorating unrecognised by staff.
Chester BusFest, a heritage bus event held on Easter Monday, drew large crowds and raised £2,531 for Cancer Research UK and Alzheimer's Society. The event featured classic buses operating free heritage services around the city and was praised by local councillor Elizabeth MacGlashan for bringing the community together and celebrating Chester's transport heritage.
The University of Chester hosted a Business Launch Event where nearly 20 student-developed start-ups showcased their ventures to industry professionals and peers. The event celebrates student entrepreneurship and innovation across various sectors, with winners recognised for outstanding achievement.
Police in Ellesmere Port are appealing for the public's help in locating 39-year-old Martin Conway, who has been missing since March 24 and was last seen in Chester city centre. Residents in Chester and Ellesmere Port are being asked to check sheds and outbuildings, with authorities expressing concern for his safety.
A 21-year-old Wrexham man pleaded guilty at Chester Magistrates Court to driving with THC above the legal limit and drug possession after his car overturned on Chester Road, Aldford in October 2025. He will be sentenced in May; the incident caused no injuries to others.
Chester-based amateur theatre company Tip Top Productions will perform the award-winning musical Come From Away at Storyhouse in Chester from April 15-18, making them one of the first non-professional groups in the UK to stage this production. The show tells the true story of 7,000 airline passengers stranded in Gander, Newfoundland after 9/11 and the town's response.
Housebuilder Redrow has confirmed that homes at King's Moat Garden Village in Chester will be ready for residents this summer, with the first phases (Emperor Park and Roman Green) completing. The wider development will eventually deliver over 500 homes plus a primary school, commercial centre, and community facilities.
The University of Chester has been shortlisted for six Whatuni Student Choice Awards, which are voted on by students across UK universities. The recognition spans categories including teaching quality, career prospects, and student support services, with winners to be announced in May 2026.
Cheshire West and Chester Council has addressed public concerns about potential data loss following the transfer of social housing responsibilities from For Housing. The council dismissed fears, confirming that all housing data was successfully transferred with no information missing.
The Lion pub in Malpas is hosting a Grand National Day event with food, drink offers, and a large screen showing racing. The event highlights local interest in a horse trained by Oliver Greenall and Josh Guerriero.
Street Angels Chester, a volunteer charity group that helps vulnerable people during nights out in the city centre, is appealing for new volunteers ahead of summer and Chester racecourse season. The group of about 50 volunteers patrols the city centre until early morning, de-escalating situations, helping intoxicated or homeless people, and cleaning up glass hazards, with support from Cheshire Constabulary.
Storm Dave caused suspension of rail services between Manchester Piccadilly and Chester, with the line blocked from 22:30 Saturday until approximately 09:30 Sunday. Rail replacement bus services were provided and ticket restrictions lifted, with National Rail warning of potential residual disruption.
The Mid Cheshire Line experienced significant disruption due to track obstruction caused by Storm Dave, with all services between Manchester and Chester cancelled or delayed. The obstruction occurred overnight following heavy rain and high winds from the named storm.
Chester and District Friends of the Earth successfully completed a community action day in Newtown, transforming an unkempt corner of Talbot Street into a new Sensory Garden with support from local councillors. The article highlights community volunteering and environmental activism in the Chester area, with regular monthly action days open to residents.
The 28th annual Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival is beginning April 2nd, featuring over 17 venues, 300+ gigs, and tens of thousands of expected attendees across the Easter weekend. The festival is one of Cheshire's largest live music events, showcasing jazz, blues, soul, funk, rock and tribute bands.
The Duchess of Westminster made a public appearance at Chester FC Community Trust following the birth of her daughter, wearing a high street Zara outfit. The Duke's Westminster Foundation has donated £520,000 to support the King George V Sports Hub, which provides grassroots football and community programmes in Chester.
Cheshire West and Chester Council has completed paving repairs along Nuns Road in Chester ahead of the Easter break, addressing uneven surfaces and trip hazards caused by tree roots. The work, which required Historic England approval due to the site's protected Scheduled Ancient Monument status, successfully preserved the historic character while improving safety and accessibility.
Cheshire Police launched an appeal for witnesses following a serious assault on a 41-year-old man in Chester city centre on March 29, leaving him with multiple facial fractures. The incident occurred near Foregate Street and police are seeking information from witnesses and CCTV footage to identify three unknown attackers.
A tribute to John Jennings, a well-known Chester fundraiser and mental health advocate who died at 65, highlighting his charitable work for organizations like MIND and the Martin Gallier Project, and his community impact in Chester.
A Chester man was sentenced for hitting a cyclist and failing to stop or report the incident on Hoole Road. Geoff Collins received a 12-month community order, 120 hours unpaid work, and a driving ban.
A crumbling pathway in Nantwich used by elderly Luncheon Club members has been repaired after local councillors responded to complaints. The work was funded from ward budgets and completed by Cheshire East Highways, making the route safer for mobility scooter users.
A planning application has been submitted to Cheshire West and Chester Council to demolish part of a garden wall along Liverpool Road in Chester city centre to create direct vehicle access to a seven-apartment building, addressing persistent congestion and safety issues on the inadequate Abbot's Nook access route.
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