Caroline Nokes · Conservative and Unionist Party
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Caroline Nokes
Conservative and Unionist PartyThe Rt Hon Caroline Nokes is the Conservative MP for Romsey and Southampton North, and has been an MP continually since 6 May 2010. She is Deputy Speaker (Second Deputy Chairman of Ways and Means).
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“Saints fans 'could be forced to miss' FA Cup semi-final as MP urges re-think” — Southern Daily Echo
A Con seat since 2010, held for 5 consecutive elections. Covers Southampton, Romsey and North Baddesley. Population 91,297. Recorded crime is 48% below the national average.
'It means the world' - Salon team thrilled with Hairdresser of the Year nomination
Hampshire Chronicle · 15 Apr 2026
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£32,500
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£47,800
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
4,645
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
46
33 primary, 5 secondary, 8 other
Total Income Tax▼
£514m
from 55,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£3,490
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£9,380
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▼
47.8
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
70.4%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
1 city, 2 large towns, 3 towns, 7 villages, rural areas — 97,849 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
24 councillors across 12 wards · Last elections: May 2023
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ampfield Braishfield | Liberal Democrats | Sally Yalden | May 2023 |
| Anna | Conservative and Unionist Party | Maureen Flood | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Susanne Hasselmann | May 2023 | |
| Bellinger | Conservative and Unionist Party | Phil Lashbrook | May 2023 |
| Blackwater | Conservative and Unionist Party | Gordon Leslie Bailey | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Nick Adams-King | May 2023 | |
| Charlton The Pentons | Conservative and Unionist Party | Linda Lashbrook | May 2023 |
| Chilworth Nursling Rownhams | Liberal Democrats | Karen Linda Dunleavey | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Phil Bundy | May 2023 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Terese Swain | May 2023 | |
| Harewood | Conservative and Unionist Party | David Nicholas Alwyne Drew | May 2023 |
| Mid Test | Conservative and Unionist Party | Alison Mary Johnston | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Ian Jeffrey | May 2023 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Stewart MacDonald | May 2023 | |
| North Baddesley | Liberal Democrats | Alan Warnes | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Amanda Ford | May 2023 | |
| Liberal Democrats | Geoff Cooper | May 2023 | |
| Romsey Abbey | Liberal Democrats | Nik Daas | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Sandra Gidley | May 2023 | |
| Romsey Cupernham | Liberal Democrats | Janet Louise Burnage | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Neil Alan Gwynne | May 2023 | |
| Liberal Democrats | Rohit Kohli | May 2023 | |
| Romsey Tadburn | Liberal Democrats | John Stephen Parker | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Mark Geoffrey Cooper | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 19,893 | 39.8% |
| LD | 17,702 | 35.4% | |
| Ref | 5,716 | 11.4% | |
| Lab | 4,640 | 9.3% | |
| Green | 1,893 | 3.8% | |
| Ind | 183 | 0.4% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2024 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 27,862 | 54.2% |
| LD | 16,990 | 33.1% | |
| Lab | 5,898 | 11.5% | |
| Ind | 640 | 1.3% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2024 GEWon 2019 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 28,668 | 57.2% |
| LD | 10,622 | 21.2% | |
Won 2024 GE | Lab | 9,614 | 19.2% |
| Green | 953 | 1.9% | |
| Ind | 271 | 0.5% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2024 GEWon 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 26,285 | 54.3% |
| LD | 8,573 | 17.7% | |
Won 2024 GE | Lab | 5,749 | 11.9% |
| Ind | 5,511 | 11.4% | |
| Green | 2,280 | 4.7% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2024 GEWon 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GE | Con | 24,345 | 49.8% |
| LD | 20,189 | 41.3% | |
| Lab | 3,116 | 6.4% | |
| Ind | 1,289 | 2.6% |
Caroline Nokes 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.
William Guy Hairdressing on Bell Street in Romsey has been shortlisted for Hairdresser of the Year 2026, alongside The Green Room (also in Romsey). The salon, which has operated in Romsey for over 25 years, is celebrating the nomination and inviting the public to vote through local newspapers.
A life jacket worn by Titanic survivor Laura Mabel Francatelli is being auctioned for up to £350,000, described as a once-in-a-lifetime collector's item. Southampton is marking the 114th anniversary of the Titanic tragedy with a memorial service at the Titanic Engineers' Memorial in East Park, honouring the 540+ residents and crew members who perished.
Southampton has been declared a high-risk area for Asian hornet nests following three consecutive years of sightings, including two nests found in 2025. The invasive species threatens local biodiversity and poses health risks to humans, with the port town particularly vulnerable due to its proximity to France where the hornets are widespread.
Southampton Airport is undergoing a major £350 million transformation programme led by AGS Airports, with professional services firm WSP appointed as lead development designer. The upgrades will modernise terminal facilities and airfield infrastructure, supporting net-zero emissions goals by 2035.
Local court report covering multiple criminal cases heard at Southampton Magistrates Court, including theft, vehicle interference, knife possession, drink driving, and sexual assault charges. All cases involve defendants from Southampton, Eastleigh, Totton, and Fair Oak areas.
A Southampton resident is challenging Southampton City Council's decision to refuse his dropped kerb extension application, claiming the council policy is being applied inconsistently across the city. He spent £1,500 on driveway work but was denied the kerb extension because it would remove an on-street parking space, despite believing other similar applications have been approved under different circumstances.
Southampton Test MP Satvir Kaur has joined the Saints' chief executive and council leader in urging Network Rail to postpone planned engineering work on April 25, the day of Southampton FC's FA Cup semi-final at Wembley. The rail closures between Basingstoke and Woking could severely disrupt travel for over 33,000 supporters attending the match against Manchester City.
Southampton FC defeated Blackburn 3-0 to extend their unbeaten run to 18 games and move to fourth in the Championship, just three points off automatic promotion. The club's impressive form has generated significant local excitement ahead of key fixtures including an FA Cup semi-final and a crucial league match against Ipswich.
A Paddington Bear statue bench in Southampton city centre was vandalized on Sunday, with the bench sustaining damage while the statue itself remained unharmed. The statue, part of a UK-wide Paddington Visits trail, has been temporarily relocated while repairs are made, with Hampshire Constabulary investigating the incident.
A Paddington Bear statue and bench in Southampton city centre were vandalised over the weekend, with legs and slats smashed off the wooden furniture. The incident has been reported to police and the council is working to repair the bench and find a new permanent location for the statue.
An alleged killer and his mother have entered not guilty pleas at Southampton Crown Court for the December 2024 stabbing death of 18-year-old Southampton University student Henry Nowak on Belmont Road in Southampton. The case, involving knife crime and a death in the local area, has prompted his family to campaign against knife carrying.
An 18-year-old University of Southampton student from Essex was killed in a stabbing incident on Belmont Road in Portswood, Southampton on December 3. A 23-year-old man and his mother have pleaded not guilty to murder and assisting an offender respectively, with trial set for May 13 at Southampton Crown Court.
A Paddington Bear statue and bench at Southampton's Guildhall Square were vandalized on Sunday, with the statue now secured by Go! Southampton. Local residents expressed dismay at the incident, which has been reported to Hampshire police who are investigating.
Southampton will hold a memorial service on April 15 at the Titanic Engineers Memorial to honour over 540 local residents who died in the 1912 Titanic disaster. The ceremony will include readings, a two-minute silence, and wreath-laying, organised by maritime welfare organisations with strong historical ties to the tragedy.
Saints legend Franny Benali will host the ABP Southampton Marathon on May 3, starting the race and leading the awards ceremony. The event celebrates community spirit with an updated 10K route featuring St Mary's Stadium for the first time, with record turnout expected.
A Paddington Bear statue in Southampton's Guildhall Square has been vandalized, with its bench destroyed. This is the second such incident in recent months, following a similar attack on a Newbury statue by RAF engineers earlier in 2025.
Trading Standards is investigating controversial parking fines issued at West Quay Retail Park in Southampton after drivers complained of misleading signage and confusing payment rules. Thousands of pounds in fines have been issued since September when Britannia Parking changed the car park's rules, with the council now reviewing the signage due to a petition with 444 signatures.
AGS Airports has appointed design firms WSP and Pascall + Watson Architects to lead the transformation of Glasgow and Southampton airports as part of its £350 million AGS Reimagined programme. The design phase will shape the future layout, passenger experience, and sustainability features at both airports.
The New Forest faces being administratively split between two new local authorities under government reorganisation, with the eastern portion joining Southampton-focused South West Hampshire. Local residents and campaigners fiercely oppose the plan, arguing it threatens the forest's unique rural character, traditional commoning practices, and 1,000-year heritage by placing it under urban control.
Romsey Signal Box, a heritage attraction in the constituency, has reached 20,000 visitors since reopening in 1992, marking a significant milestone for this railway heritage museum. The attraction continues to draw both local residents and visitors from across the country, with increasing school group visits from Hampshire.
Romsey Festival 2026 is in planning stages following a successful community meeting at Romsey Town Hall, with the fortnight-long event scheduled for July 4-19. The festival, now in its 14th year, will feature 62 registered events including music, art, drama, and the popular Beggars Fair.
The Children's Pleasure Park in Southampton, which operated for 41 years until its 2017 closure, now stands abandoned and derelict on Golf Course Road in Bassett. The beloved family attraction, which had no entry fee and served the local community for decades, has fallen into disrepair following the deaths of its founders in 2014 and subsequent arson attacks, with Southampton City Council now considering redevelopment plans for the site.
Southampton General Hospital, located in the Romsey and Southampton North constituency, experienced a major fire on February 1 that evacuated over 200 patients and disrupted services. Southampton Hospitals Charity has launched a recovery appeal to support affected patients and staff during the recovery period.
Southampton's Tourist Guides Association is launching a busy season of historic walks in 2026, featuring themed events marking 90 years of the Spitfire's maiden flight and 50 years since Saints' FA Cup win. The walks will explore the city's medieval walls, underground vaults, and various historical periods from Roman times to WWII.
Southampton General Hospital will receive a new same-day emergency care (SDEC) service and a £6m urgent treatment centre to reduce A&E pressure and unnecessary hospital admissions. The government announcement aims to ease the strain on local emergency services, which have recently been overwhelmed.
The article highlights several new business openings in the Southampton area during 2026, including a Mother Hubbard's fish and chip shop on Shirley High Street, Pan Asian Plaza at Marlands Centre, and a Wetherspoon pub at Whiteley Shopping Centre. Despite economic pressures causing some closures, these openings represent positive economic activity and investment in the local area.
A community concert in Romsey will showcase local musical talent including choirs, bands, and school performers, with proceeds supporting the Mayor's Community Fund. The event highlights the town's strong community spirit and cultural offerings.
This is a routine local planning notice listing applications received by Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending 3rd April 2026, covering various locations including Romsey, North Baddesley, Nursling and Rownhams, and other areas. The applications include residential extensions, commercial developments, tree works, and notably a significant outline planning application for approximately 230 dwellings in Nursling and Rownhams.
Test Valley Borough Council leader Phil North welcomes the government's decision to create five new unitary councils in Hampshire, with most of Test Valley joining a new Mid-Hampshire authority. However, southern parishes including Romsey, Ampfield & Braishfield will join a Southwest Hampshire council, which North describes as disappointing but better than alternative proposals that would have incorporated Test Valley into Southampton.
Waitrose customers in Romsey are facing unexpected £100 parking fines after the supermarket switched to a third-party parking enforcement system (Britannia Parking) in December, replacing its previous free two-hour barrier system. The change has angered long-term customers who feel poorly informed and believe it damages Romsey's reputation as a town with affordable, customer-friendly services.
This is a lifestyle feature article promoting Calshot beach near Southampton as a tourist destination, highlighting its parking, views of the Solent and Isle of Wight, water sports facilities, and nearby attractions including Calshot Castle and cafés.
Local Government Secretary Steve Reed visited Southampton to defend the Government's Local Government Reorganisation programme, which includes plans to split the New Forest council and merge parts with Southampton and Eastleigh into a 'Greater Southampton' authority. The changes have sparked fierce opposition from residents and local councillors, particularly those on the Waterside, who fear losing identity and being tied to a Labour-controlled Southampton council they view as poorly managed.
Music in the City festival is returning to Southampton for its 18th year on September 12, featuring free live performances across venues. The event is backed by GO! Southampton and aims to support local artists, venues, and businesses through increased footfall.
A Southampton Magistrates' Court roundup reporting sentencing outcomes for various criminal cases including theft, drug offences, weapons possession and drink-driving. Most relevant to the constituency is Linda James's two-month jail sentence for 15 shop thefts and a two-year ban from Co-ops and One Stops across Hampshire.
Local boxer Ryan Garner, a Southampton native and lifelong Saints supporter, will challenge for the WBC interim super featherweight title at St Mary's Stadium this summer, with the winner earning a mandatory title shot. The event represents a significant local sporting occasion for the city, with fellow Southampton fighter Lewis Edmondson also competing on the card.
The Hythe Ferry, which operated for over 150 years between Hythe and Southampton Town Quay, has gone into voluntary liquidation after ceasing operations in August 2024 due to pontoon damage. The ferry company exhausted all options to reopen and is now seeking a new owner to restore this historic service.
This article details the history of Lordan's Stamp Office in Romsey's Market Place from 1828 to 1889, tracing the business through three generations of the Lordan family who also served as stationers, printers, postmasters, and held various civic roles. The piece provides local historical context about how fiscal stamp duties operated and the evolution of Romsey's administrative infrastructure in the 19th century.
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