Created in the 2023 boundary review, replacing Selby and Ainsty.
A new constituency created in the 2023 boundary review.
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Keir Mather
Labour PartyKeir Mather is the Labour MP for Selby, and has been an MP continually since 20 July 2023. He currently holds the Government post of Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport).
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Positive coverage
“Major driveway rule change from today affects homes across UK” — Cambridge News Online
“Jodie Kidd takes an all-electric road trip as EV charger numbers jump” — The Independent
Won by Lab in its first election in 2024. Covers Selby, Kippax and Sherburn in Elmet. Population 106,523. Recorded crime is 44% below the national average.
M62 traffic LIVE as two lanes closed following crash
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£30,000
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£37,000
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
3,675
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
47
40 primary, 5 secondary, 2 other
Total Income Tax▼
£308m
from 56,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£3,160
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£5,510
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▼
46.2
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
67.8%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
5 towns, 19 villages, rural areas — 100,096 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
13 councillors across 12 wards · Last elections: May 2024
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barlby Riccall | Labour Party | Steph Duckett | May 2022 |
| Brayton Barlow | Conservative and Unionist Party | Mark Crane | May 2022 |
| Camblesforth Carlton | Conservative and Unionist Party | Mike Jordan | May 2022 |
| Cawood Escrick | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | John Cattanach | May 2022 |
| Cliffe North Duffield | Conservative and Unionist Party | Karl Arthur | May 2022 |
| Kippax Methley | Labour Party | James Lewis | May 2024 |
| Monk Fryston South Milford | Conservative and Unionist Party | Tim Grogan | May 2022 |
| Osgoldcross | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | John McCartney | May 2022 |
| Selby East | Labour Party | Jack James Proud | May 2022 |
| Selby West | Labour Party | Melanie Ann Davis | May 2022 |
| Labour Party | Steve Shaw-Wright | May 2022 | |
| Sherburn In Elmet | Labour Party | Bob Packham | May 2022 |
| Thorpe Willoughby Hambleton | Conservative and Unionist Party | Cliff Lunn | May 2022 |
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 | 22,788 | 46.3% | |
| Con | 12,593 | 25.6% | |
| Ref | 9,565 | 19.4% | |
| Green | 2,484 | 5.0% | |
| LD | 1,792 | 3.6% |
Keir Mather appeared in 1 national article across 0 topics (14 Apr 2026 – 14 Apr 2026)
Mixed (0.00)Ranked #120 of 286 MPs mentioned in national coverage
Listed as part of the DfT board with no substantive political commentary.
9 articles hidden as not sufficiently relevant to this constituency
The M62 eastbound experienced significant traffic disruption due to a crash between junctions 33 and 34, affecting the Selby/Doncaster area. Two of three lanes were closed following the accident, causing queuing traffic from approximately 4:30pm.
North Yorkshire Police are seeking a man in connection with an attempted cooking oil theft in Mickel Hill, Selby on March 19. The force has released a photograph and is appealing for public information to help with the investigation.
The government has abandoned its 2030 petrol and diesel car ban following public opposition, though Labour ministers have rejected calls to bring forward a review of the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate. Keir Mather, the Selby MP, has defended the government's EV transition commitment while resisting earlier scrutiny of the scheme.
A vehicle fire on the A1(M) northbound between Selby Fork (J42) and York/Tadcaster (J44) has caused severe delays of around 25 minutes, with average speeds reduced to 10 mph. The incident has also impacted the M1 and is affecting post-bank holiday traffic on key routes in the region.
Steve Dyson, landlord of The New Inn in Selby, has received a dedicated service award from Star Pubs for over 20 years in hospitality, with 12 years running the historic Selby pub. The article highlights his success in maintaining a thriving community pub at a time when Selby has lost 12 pubs since Covid, positioning his establishment as a vital social hub for the constituency.
Hull Trains has been identified as the top-performing rail operator in the latest Rail Customer Experience Report with a 95.4% satisfaction rating. The company operates services through Selby, with eight direct weekday services connecting the constituency to London King's Cross and other regional stations.
The Department for Transport, with Decarbonisation Minister Keir Mather, has launched 'The Electric Road Trip' campaign to raise awareness that the UK now has over 118,000 public EV chargers — nearly twice as many as petrol pumps — yet most adults remain unaware of this infrastructure. The campaign aims to address a key barrier to EV adoption by demonstrating the widespread availability of charging across scenic and convenient locations nationwide.
From April 1, 2026, the UK government is increasing an EV charger installation grant from £350 to £500, targeting renters, flat owners, and those without driveways. Keir Mather, the Minister for Decarbonisation and Selby MP, announced the change to help make home EV charging more affordable and accessible.
A 22-year-old driver has been sentenced to over seven years in prison for causing a fatal head-on collision near Sherburn-in-Elmet in May 2024, killing 65-year-old motorcyclist Stephen Jackson. The incident highlights dangerous driving conditions on the B1222 and the tragic consequences of reckless overtaking.
Market Cross shopping centre in Selby is hosting a free family Easter event on April 4th featuring activities like Easter trails, face painting, and meet-and-greets with the Easter Bunny. Local retailers are offering seasonal products and goods for Easter celebrations.
The government-backed Electric Road Trip campaign, fronted by Jodie Kidd, highlights the UK's expanding EV charging network, which now exceeds 118,000 public charge points—nearly double the number of petrol pumps. Decarbonisation minister Keir Mather announces £600m in funding for further rollout and reiterates the Electric Car Grant offering up to £3,750 off EVs, addressing consumer concerns about charging availability and cost.
The Commons transport committee calls out the government for failing to close an 'enforcement gap' in transport accessibility for disabled people, with chair Ruth Cadbury criticizing weak regulation and insufficient resources. Keir Mather, the MP for Selby and Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Transport, responds on behalf of the Department for Transport, acknowledging the challenges and committing to reform.
Two motorists were hospitalised following a collision on the A19 roundabout at Three Lakes Retail Park in Selby on 30 March. Both drivers sustained minor injuries and the road was temporarily closed for investigation and vehicle removal.
A new partnership called Selby Connected has been launched to improve community connections and access to support services across Selby and neighbouring areas. Led by Up for Yorkshire and energy company Drax, the initiative aims to address gaps in awareness and access to financial advice, employment support, health services, and skills training.
A cowboy builder based in South Yorkshire, Michael Bishop, has allegedly defrauded multiple families of over £100,000 by taking deposits for home renovations and abandoning projects, leaving homes uninhabitable. One victim, Yasmin Taylor from Selby, paid £45,000 for a bungalow extension and has been left homeless with her three children, unable to attend school for six months.
The UK government has announced rule changes and increased grants (effective April 1) to make EV charging more accessible for those without driveways, including relaxed planning permissions for pavement charging channels and funding for local councils. Aviation, Maritime and Decarbonization Minister Keir Mather highlighted that the measures aim to reduce charging costs to as little as 2p per mile.
Two male suspects smashed windows at a home on Powell Street in Selby while young children were sleeping inside on March 29. No injuries were reported, but the victims are distressed; police are appealing for public information to identify the suspects.
From April 1, the government is increasing the EV home-charging grant from £350 to £500, while simultaneously ending landlord-focused infrastructure grants that covered building works in flats and shared car parks. Keir Mather, Aviation, Maritime and Decarbonisation Minister, promoted the change as making EV ownership more affordable, but industry experts warn it may worsen inequality by shifting costs onto flat dwellers and renters without driveways.
North Yorkshire Police launched a motorcycle safety campaign ahead of the busy biking season, using a digital display truck at the Squires Egg Run near Selby to promote road safety messages to over 400 riders. The campaign highlights concerning statistics: 340 motorcyclists were killed in Great Britain in 2024, with 69% of fatalities occurring on rural roads—a significant concern for the Yorkshire area.
Police have confirmed that a woman's body found in the River Ouse near Cawood, Selby on Thursday shows no suspicious circumstances. The 56-year-old from Hull has been formally identified, and a coroner's report is being compiled.
Hundreds of bikers will participate in the annual Squires Egg Run 2026, starting near Selby and heading to Pickering for charity. North Yorkshire Police will attend for the first time with a new digital safety truck to promote road safety messaging during the event.
The Government has launched a £1bn scheme offering discounts of up to £5,000 on electric vans and £81,000 on zero-emission lorries to help businesses transition to electric vehicles. Aviation, Maritime and Decarbonisation Minister Keir Mather praised the investment as supporting jobs, reducing costs, and meeting the UK's net-zero targets.
Aviation Minister and Selby MP Keir Mather visited Jet2's Leeds Bradford training facility to observe operations and apprenticeship programmes. The visit highlighted the airline's investment in training, career development, and sustainability initiatives, with nearly 200 employees from Mather's constituency working for the company.
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