Created in the 2023 boundary review, replacing Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire.
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Henry Tufnell
Labour PartyHenry Tufnell is the Labour MP for Mid and South Pembrokeshire, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024.
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Positive coverage
“Ed Miliband will 'cry betrayal' if Labour U-turns over North Sea” — Daily Mail Online
“Trade unions warn Labour will 'pay the price' for North Sea ban” — Daily Mail Online
Won by Lab in its first election in 2024 by 4.0%. Covers Milford Haven, Haverfordwest and Pembroke Dock. Population 105,520, notably older (median age 48 vs 41 nationally). Median income £25K (below average).
Shocking new footage emerges of brutal teen violence in Tenby
WalesOnline · 9 Apr 2026
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£24,700
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£31,600
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
4,305
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
53
0 primary, 0 secondary, 53 other
Total Income Tax▼
£191m
from 47,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£2,260
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£4,090
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).
1 large town, 4 towns, 13 villages, rural areas — 101,018 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
47 councillors across 46 wards · Last elections: Apr 2024
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amroth Saundersfoot North | Liberal Democrats | Alec Cormack | May 2022 |
| Burton | Conservative and Unionist Party | Danny Young | May 2022 |
| Camrose | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Jamie Adams | May 2022 |
| Carew Jeffreyston | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Vanessa Thomas | May 2022 |
| East Williamston | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Jacob John Williams | May 2017 |
| Haverfordwest Castle | Labour Party | Thomas Baden Tudor | May 2022 |
| Haverfordwest Garth | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Anji Tinley | May 2022 |
| Haverfordwest Portfield | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Tim Evans | May 2017 |
| Haverfordwest Prendergast | Conservative and Unionist Party | Andrew Edwards | May 2022 |
| Haverfordwest Priory | Conservative and Unionist Party | David Michael Bryan | May 2017 |
| Hundleton | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Steve Alderman | May 2022 |
| Johnston | Conservative and Unionist Party | Aled Thomas | May 2022 |
| Kilgettybegelly | Liberal Democrats | Alistair Cameron | May 2022 |
| Lampeter Velfrey | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | David Simpson | May 2022 |
| Lamphey | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Tessa Hodgson | May 2022 |
| Letterston | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Michelle Elizabeth Bateman | May 2017 |
| Llangwm | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Michael James John | May 2022 |
| Manorbier Penally | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Phil Kidney | May 2022 |
| Martletwy | Conservative and Unionist Party | Di Clements | May 2017 |
| Merlins Bridge | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Vincent John Cole | May 2017 |
| Milford Central | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Terry Davies | May 2022 |
| Milford East | Labour Party | Guy Woodham | May 2017 |
| Milford Hakin | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Mike Stoddart | May 2022 |
| Milford Hubberston | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Viv Stoddart | May 2017 |
| Milford North | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Alan Dennison | May 2022 |
| Milford West | Plaid Cymru - The Party of Wales | Rhys Sinnett | May 2022 |
| Narberth Urban | Labour Party | Marc Liam Tierney | May 2022 |
| Neyland East | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Simon Leslie Hancock | May 2017 |
| Neyland West | Labour Party | Paul Miller | May 2017 |
| Pembroke Dock Bufferland | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Michele Wiggins | May 2022 |
| Pembroke Dock Bush | Labour Party | Maureen Bowen | May 2022 |
| Pembroke Dock Central | Labour Party | Joshua Beynon | May 2022 |
| Pembroke Dock Market | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Brian John Hall | May 2017 |
| Pembroke Dock Pennar | Labour Party | Tony Wilcox | May 2017 |
| Pembroke Monkton St Mary South | Conservative and Unionist Party | Aaron Leigh Carey | May 2022 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Jonathan Grimes | May 2022 | |
| Pembroke St Mary North | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Jon Harvey | May 2022 |
| Pembroke St Michael | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Mel Phillips | May 2022 |
| Saundersfoot South | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Chris Williams | May 2022 |
| Solva | Conservative and Unionist Party | Mark Metson Carter | May 2022 |
| St Davids | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Bethan Price | May 2022 |
| St Florence St Mary Out Liberty | Conservative and Unionist Party | Rhys Jordan | May 2022 |
| St Ishmaels | Conservative and Unionist Party | Claire Victoria George | Apr 2024 |
| Tenby North | Plaid Cymru - The Party of Wales | Michael Williams | May 2017 |
| Tenby South | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Sam Skryme-Blackhall | May 2022 |
| The Havens | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Peter John Morgan | May 2022 |
| Wiston | Conservative and Unionist Party | David Howlett | May 2017 |
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 | 16,505 | 35.4% | |
Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 14,627 | 31.4% |
| Ref | 7,828 | 16.8% | |
| PC | 2,962 | 6.3% | |
| LD | 2,372 | 5.1% | |
| Green | 1,654 | 3.5% | |
| Ind | 427 | 0.9% | |
| Ind | 254 | 0.5% |
Henry Tufnell appeared in 2 national articles across 3 topics (14 Apr 2026 – 15 Apr 2026)
Mixed (+0.28)Ranked #64 of 286 MPs mentioned in national coverage
Highlighted SEW's failure on routine maintenance basics through committee questioning, contributing to public pressure on the company.
Tufnell demonstrates local advocacy for constituency jobs and defence sector continuity, though his defence of the project amid intra-party criticism shows pragmatic approach to economic benefits.
13 articles hidden as not sufficiently relevant to this constituency
Shocking footage has emerged of violent disorder involving teenagers in Tenby and Saundersfoot on 7 April, with four people aged 13-17 treated for stab wounds and two arrested. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about youth violence in the seaside town during warmer months, with local business owners expressing frustration about the regularity of such incidents.
Four teenagers were stabbed near Tenby railway station in an incident on April 7, with two arrests made. The incident prompted concerns about public safety and disorder in the town, though injuries were not life-threatening.
Pembrokeshire Performing Arts is staging a high-energy production of 'We Will Rock You', the Queen musical, at Haverfordwest school hall from April 8-11. The show features local talent from across Pembrokeshire performing Queen's greatest hits in this sci-fi theatrical production.
Four teenagers from the Pembroke area were stabbed outside Tenby railway station in a violent incident involving youth disorder. Two males have been arrested on suspicion of GBH, the victims have been discharged from hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, and police have increased patrols in the area.
A property listing article showcasing five homes for sale across Pembrokeshire, ranging from £650,000 to £4.5 million, highlighting the region's coastal and rural appeal with architectural and natural features.
A van driver from Pembroke Dock has been charged with causing serious injury by careless driving following an incident in Haverfordwest in December 2024. The defendant pleaded not guilty and the case has been adjourned for trial in June.
The Little Village, a popular children's play centre in Fishguard that opened in April 2023, has closed after less than a year due to personal reasons faced by its founder Jessie-Emerton Barnes. The closure represents a loss of a valued community facility that filled a gap in north Pembrokeshire's entertainment and family support services, though its equipment has been donated to another local play centre.
Stephen Blofield, 61, from Haverfordwest in Mid and South Pembrokeshire, was sentenced to 10 months in prison for disruptive and aggressive behaviour on a Ryanair flight from Krakow to Bristol. His intoxication and refusal to comply with safety instructions forced the pilot to abort the first landing attempt.
Haverfordwest County AFC, owned by Rob Edwards who also owns Scottish club Hamilton Accies, faced a winding-up order from HMRC but claims it has been withdrawn. The article raises questions about financial management at the club and Edwards' wider business practices, occurring as the club publicly promoted growth and US investment plans.
A 61-year-old man from Haverfordwest was jailed for 10 months after threatening aircraft crew and causing disruption on a flight from Poland to Bristol in November. The case highlights law enforcement's firm stance on in-flight misconduct and serves as a warning to other potential offenders.
A 70-year-old man from Market Street in Haverfordwest was charged with breaching a restraining order and assault in Pembroke Dock. The case has been escalated to Swansea Crown Court with a plea hearing scheduled for May 1.
Stephen Blofield, 61, from Haverfordwest in Mid and South Pembrokeshire, was sentenced to 10 months in prison for being drunk on a flight from Poland to Bristol Airport and behaving abusively toward crew. The incident caused the initial landing to be aborted and highlights local law enforcement's commitment to flight safety.
Megan's Starr Foundation, a Pembrokeshire-based mental health charity for young people, has won the King's Award for Voluntary Service 2025, the highest honour for UK volunteer groups. The foundation was established by Nicola Harteveld in memory of her daughter Megan, who died by suicide in 2017, and supports young people across the county with mental health and emotional wellbeing.
The Port of Milford Haven has renewed its Gold Associate Supporter sponsorship of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award programme, supporting 375 young people across nine Pembrokeshire schools in 2025-2026. The partnership aims to provide volunteering, physical activity, skills development, and expedition experiences, with additional funding to reach marginalised groups.
Trade unions are pressuring Labour's Energy Secretary Ed Miliband to reverse his ban on new North Sea oil and gas drilling, warning the party will suffer electoral losses if it maintains its stance. Henry Tufnell, Labour MP for Mid and South Pembrokeshire, is leading a backbench campaign supporting new North Sea licences, arguing they are vital for domestic energy security and economic benefit.
Cleddau Brewing Co., a new father-and-son brewery founded by Rhys Jones and his son Brandan in Pembroke Dock, has achieved rapid success, going from installation to supplying local pubs and restaurants in just over a month. The brewery features an innovative low and full-strength beer pairing model and has launched an environmental initiative called the Cleddau Contribution to protect the River Cleddau.
Pembroke Feeds, an animal feed supplier in Thruxton (Mid and South Pembrokeshire), was targeted in a pre-planned robbery on March 30, with significant stock stolen including horse feed, supplements, and pet food brands. The company believes the thieves were well-researched and knew exactly what they were targeting, and has appealed for vigilance from the community and fellow businesses.
The Pembroke & Monkton Local History Society is hosting a coffee morning and talk by Rose Blackburn on stone jewellery on April 11, followed by a history-themed quiz night on April 24 at Pembroke Town Hall. The events are open to the public with extended museum hours announced for the period.
Seven local drivers from across Pembrokeshire (Haverfordwest, Pembroke Dock, Milford Haven, and surrounding areas) were convicted of motoring offences including speeding, obstructed view, and insurance violations at various magistrates' courts. The article is a routine court round-up with no broader policy or constituency implications.
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