Lab took this seat from Con after 4 consecutive elections.
Rosie Wrighting
Labour PartyRosie Wrighting is the Labour MP for Kettering, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024.
MPs voted on whether to approve new fee regulations for medical devices, which update the charges paid by manufacturers to the medicines regulator (MHRA) for market surveillance and approval. The government revised earlier proposals after concerns that original fee increases would disproportionately burden small and medium-sized businesses in the life sciences sector.
Sign up free to read the full briefing on Rosie Wrighting.
Sign up freeCoverage of Kettering has been mixed for Rosie across 40 recent articles.
Positive coverage
“This is the fight we're going to take now": Family of Northampton man Luke Abrahams call for national enquiry into sepsis deaths of young people” — Northampton Chronicle
Represented by Lab since 2024. Covers Kettering, Desborough and Rothwell (North Northamptonshire). Population 105,809.
Kettering Autocentre, FW Abbott, honours remarkable 50-year career milestone
Northants Telegraph · 9 Apr 2026
Sign up free to see how Rosie Wrighting votes, their stance profile, speeches, and committee roles.
Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£28,400
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£35,800
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
3,760
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
49
34 primary, 5 secondary, 10 other
Total Income Tax▼
£318m
from 59,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£2,810
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£5,400
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▼
45.6
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
62.5%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
2 large towns, 4 towns, 5 villages, rural areas — 111,294 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
23 councillors across 9 wards · Last elections: Apr 2024
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Broughton | Conservative and Unionist Party | Chris Smith-Haynes | May 2021 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Jan O'Hara | May 2021 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | John Richard Currall | May 2021 | |
| Clover Hill | Green Party of England and Wales | Dez Dell | May 2021 |
| Green Party of England and Wales | Emily Fedorowycz | May 2021 | |
| Green Party of England and Wales | Sarah Tubbs | May 2021 | |
| Corby Rural | Conservative and Unionist Party | David John Sims | May 2021 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Kevin Gordon Sydney Watt | May 2021 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Macaulay Andrew Nichol | May 2021 | |
| Desborough | Conservative and Unionist Party | Bill McElhinney | Apr 2024 |
| Ise | Conservative and Unionist Party | Elliot Keith Prentice | May 2021 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Lloyd Bunday | May 2021 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Mark Edward Rowley | May 2021 | |
| Northall | Labour Party | Keli Ryan Watts | Feb 2023 |
| Rothwell Mawsley | Conservative and Unionist Party | Cedwien Margaret Brown | May 2021 |
| Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Jim Hakewill | May 2021 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Joseph John Smyth | May 2021 | |
| Wicksteed | Conservative and Unionist Party | Larry Henson | May 2021 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Russell Roberts | May 2021 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Scott Anthony Edwards | May 2021 | |
| Windmill | Labour Party | Anne Marie B Lee | May 2021 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Paul Marks | May 2021 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Robin John Carter | May 2021 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lab | 18,009 | 35.9% | |
Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 14,189 | 28.3% |
| Ref | 8,468 | 16.9% | |
| Green | 7,004 | 13.9% | |
| LD | 1,357 | 2.7% | |
| Ind | 1,057 | 2.1% | |
| Ind | 85 | 0.2% | |
| Ind | 62 | 0.1% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2017 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 29,787 | 60.4% |
| Lab | 13,022 | 26.4% | |
| LD | 3,367 | 6.8% | |
| Ind | 1,642 | 3.3% | |
| Green | 1,543 | 3.1% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 28,616 | 57.9% |
| Lab | 18,054 | 36.5% | |
| LD | 1,618 | 3.3% | |
| Green | 1,116 | 2.3% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 24,467 | 51.8% |
| Lab | 11,877 | 25.1% | |
| Ind | 7,600 | 16.1% | |
| Green | 1,633 | 3.5% | |
| LD | 1,490 | 3.2% | |
| Ind | 151 | 0.3% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GE | Con | 23,247 | 49.1% |
| Lab | 14,153 | 29.9% | |
| LD | 7,498 | 15.8% | |
| Ind | 1,366 | 2.9% | |
| Ind | 952 | 2.0% | |
| Ind | 112 | 0.2% |
Rosie Wrighting 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.
18 articles hidden as not sufficiently relevant to this constituency
FW Abbott, a Kettering-based automotive business, celebrates the 50-year career milestone of Colin Ridgeway, its General Manager, who has contributed to the company's growth and development over two decades. The article highlights his role in expanding workshop facilities, developing staff apprenticeships, and building customer relationships across the Kettering area.
Warmies, a Kettering-based company, has partnered with Cancer Support UK to announce the 2026 'Dream Bestie' competition winner. The winning design, 'Harvey the Happy Harp Seal' created by 13-year-old Carter Hansen, will be produced as a microwaveable plush toy with proceeds benefiting cancer support services.
A 22-year-old man from Kettering was convicted of rape following a retrial at Northampton Crown Court after a jury could not agree on the charge in his first trial. He received a nine-year sentence and was commended by investigating officers for the survivor's strength and determination to pursue justice through two trials.
North Northamptonshire Council's highways maintenance contract with Kier has been extended to 2030 following a 'passable' performance review. Despite receiving a satisfactory rating, the council has identified areas for improvement including customer service, operational resilience, and repair methodology, with formal monitoring over the next 12 months.
The family of Luke Abrahams, a 20-year-old from Northampton who died from sepsis at Northampton General Hospital in January 2023, is calling for a national enquiry into sepsis deaths and greater accountability. The article also highlights the case of Chloe Longster from Kettering, who died from sepsis at age 13, connecting the two families in their campaign for systemic NHS reform.
A car rolled over and caught fire on the A14 westbound between Junctions 8 and 9 near Kettering on Friday evening. The female driver escaped without injury, and emergency services quickly attended and secured the scene.
Two men are being sought by Northamptonshire Police after allegedly leaving the Miller and Carter steakhouse on Weekley Wood Avenue in Kettering without paying for their meal on March 27. Police have released CCTV images and are appealing for public information to identify the suspects.
A local community group (Friends of the Airfield and the Valley) is organising a national day of action walk at Desborough airfield to highlight concerns about wildlife loss and green space threats, specifically in response to Innova's proposed solar farm and battery storage development. The event aims to demonstrate public concern about environmental protection to politicians ahead of the planning application process.
West Northamptonshire Council and North Northamptonshire Council have been approved to develop a business case for dualling the A43 between Northampton and Kettering, with £31 million in government funding expected. The project aims to reduce congestion at key bottlenecks like Holcot Lane/Sywell Road roundabout and support 4,850 new homes planned along the corridor, with construction potentially beginning in 2028.
A 30-year-old Kettering resident, Mairianne, has lost 7.5 stone through Slimming World and is now preparing to run a half marathon for Tommy's charity in April. The article details her health transformation journey and quotes her local Slimming World consultant about the importance of community support for sustainable lifestyle changes.
A martial arts competition organized by Hicks Martial Club was held in Kettering as part of the Peterborough Series, attracting 850 competitors from across the country. Local athletes achieved multiple medal successes, with Atlanta Hickman winning two gold medals in her first competition after childbirth.
Lucky Chuck's games venue in Kettering town centre is offering Easter holiday entertainment packages including arcade games, pizza, and free adult drinks to provide an alternative to traditional soft play centres. The venue is promoting family deals and Easter activities designed to keep children entertained while parents enjoy a more relaxed experience.
West Lodge Farm in Desborough, Northamptonshire has planted a 101-tree traditional orchard with 43 apple and pear varieties to restore a lost countryside ecosystem and wildlife habitat. The project aims to revive a farming tradition common before World War II while providing visitor experiences and supporting the farm's operations.
Highfield Barnes Community Centre and the Mikado Pheasant pub in Kettering successfully held an Easter fair on March 28, attracting over 100 attendees. The event featured entertainment, games, craft stalls, and activities for families.
Cransley Hospice Trust is hosting the Sparkle Walk, a 6km fundraising event in Kettering on the Summer Solstice weekend, featuring a pre-walk party at Wicksteed Park and a community walk through local landmarks. The event aims to raise vital funds for end-of-life care and support services provided by the hospice to local families.
Pest control has been called to Kettering General Hospital after rats were spotted near the maternity unit entrance, apparently triggered by ground clearance works for a planned maternity extension. The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire Group says the issue is being addressed with pest control treatment.
Kettering Town Council has submitted a bid to become UK Town of Culture 2028, with the winner receiving £3m to deliver a cultural programme. The bid draws on the town's heritage and innovation history, including Wicksteed Park, and proposes events, heritage revitalisation, and expanded festival offerings.
Kettering-based digital marketing agency Verto has partnered with SATRA, a global testing and certification organisation, to deliver a comprehensive digital and marketing overhaul including website redesign, improved booking systems, and targeted marketing campaigns. The partnership showcases local business success and economic activity in the Kettering area.
Kettering Buccleuch Academy and Montsaye Academy participated in a 'My Culture Day' event featuring a Q&A with Alastair Campbell on diversity and effective communication, alongside cultural activities, performances, and a creative competition for students. The event was part of a broader celebration across United Learning schools in Northamptonshire, aimed at promoting inclusivity, belonging, and respect for difference.
Wicksteed Park in Kettering is celebrating the centenary of its iconic Water Chute, the UK's oldest surviving water ride and one of the world's most historic theme park attractions, established in 1926. The park is marking the milestone with special £1 rides this week and highlighting the ride's Grade II-listed status and recognition as Britain's best historic ride.
Subscribe to unlock AI parliamentary agenda analysis: what's coming up, how it affects this constituency, and how your MP is likely to vote.
See plansSign up free to ask AI questions about Rosie Wrighting — 3 questions per month on the free tier.
Sign up freeMore constituency data is being added, including local issue analysis and historical trends. Learn about our methodology. View data sources & attribution.