LD took this seat from Con after 4 consecutive elections.
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Danny Chambers
Liberal DemocratsDr Danny Chambers is the Liberal Democrat MP for Winchester, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024. He currently undertakes the role of Liberal Democrat Spokesperson (Mental Health).
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Positive coverage
“Hampshire MP says 'no question' on need for town's second GP surgery” — Hampshire Chronicle
A safe LD seat, won with 52% of the vote in 2024. Covers Winchester, Kings Worthy and New Alresford. Population 104,147, highly educated (47% degree-holders).
Gareth Gates starring in show offering nostalgia and naughtiness
Hampshire Chronicle · 9 Apr 2026
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£36,200
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£60,400
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
5,565
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
55
36 primary, 4 secondary, 15 other
Total Income Tax▼
£741m
from 53,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£4,050
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£14,100
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▼
53.1
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
77.4%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
1 large town, 1 town, 13 villages, rural areas — 104,161 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
12 councillors across 12 wards · Last elections: Jul 2024
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alresford Itchen Valley | Liberal Democrats | Clare Pinniger | May 2024 |
| Badger Farm Olivers Battery | Conservative and Unionist Party | Jan Warwick | May 2024 |
| Central Meon Valley | Green Party of England and Wales | Suzanne Emma White | May 2024 |
| Colden Common Twyford | Liberal Democrats | Hannah Jane Greenberg | May 2023 |
| St Barnabas | Liberal Democrats | Kelsie Learney | May 2024 |
| St Bartholomew | Liberal Democrats | John Tippett-Cooper | May 2024 |
| St Luke | Liberal Democrats | Jamie Scott | May 2024 |
| St Michael | Liberal Democrats | Richard Murphy | Jul 2024 |
| St Paul | Liberal Democrats | Christopher John Westwood | May 2024 |
| The Worthys | Liberal Democrats | Steve Cramoysan | May 2024 |
| Upper Meon Valley | Liberal Democrats | Jerry Pett | May 2023 |
| Wonston Micheldever | Conservative and Unionist Party | Stephen Godfrey | May 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LD | 29,939 | 52.5% | |
Won 2019 GEWon 2015 GE | Con | 16,118 | 28.2% |
| Ref | 4,797 | 8.4% | |
| Lab | 3,023 | 5.3% | |
| Green | 2,740 | 4.8% | |
| Ind | 146 | 0.3% | |
| Ind | 142 | 0.3% | |
| Ind | 127 | 0.2% | |
| Ind | 44 | 0.1% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Con | 28,430 | 48.3% | |
| LD | 27,445 | 46.6% | |
| Lab | 2,723 | 4.6% | |
| Ind | 292 | 0.5% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 29,729 | 52.0% |
| LD | 19,730 | 34.5% | |
| Lab | 6,007 | 10.5% | |
| Green | 846 | 1.5% | |
| Ind | 695 | 1.2% | |
| Ind | 149 | 0.3% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2017 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 30,425 | 55.0% |
| LD | 13,511 | 24.4% | |
| Lab | 4,613 | 8.3% | |
| Ind | 4,122 | 7.5% | |
| Green | 2,645 | 4.8% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2017 GEWon 2015 GE | Con | 27,155 | 48.5% |
| LD | 24,107 | 43.1% | |
| Lab | 3,051 | 5.5% | |
| Ind | 1,139 | 2.0% | |
| Ind | 503 | 0.9% |
Danny Chambers appeared in 1 national article across 1 topic (13 Apr 2026 – 13 Apr 2026)
Positive (+0.40)Ranked #120 of 286 MPs mentioned in national coverage
Proactively raised concerns about chalk stream protection with the Environment Secretary and highlighted the existential threat to these rare ecosystems.
18 articles hidden as not sufficiently relevant to this constituency
Gareth Gates will star in 'Boyband in the Buff', a nostalgia-focused concert at Theatre Royal Winchester on April 24, featuring 90s and 00s boyband hits. The show combines entertainment with adult-oriented performance content.
A leisure guide listing weekend activities and events in Winchester, including the Hampshire Wild Festival, garden walks, tribute band performances, museum exhibitions, and Easter activities. This is a standard entertainment listings article with no policy or political significance.
Winchester Cathedral's Dean describes the Palm Sunday celebrations featuring a donkey named Romeo and reflects on the theological significance of Good Friday and Easter, emphasizing themes of loss, hope, and resurrection within the context of the Cathedral's thousand-year tradition of pilgrimage.
Two world-class Indian classical musicians performed concerts at Abbey House and St Paul's Church in Winchester, attracting over 120 attendees and raising £1,400 for local charities. The performances were praised as exceptional cultural events showcasing sitar and tabla mastery.
Edward Budgen, a 90-year-old Winchester resident, was honoured for 30 years of service as standard bearer for the Itchen Valley branch of the Royal British Legion. The celebration at a local pub recognized his lifelong dedication to military service, community involvement, and remembrance work across Hampshire.
The Winchester Business Excellence Awards 2026 are open for nominations, with applications closing April 23. The awards, run by The Hampshire Chronicle, Winchester BID, and Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, recognise businesses in the Winchester District for their achievements and community impact across multiple categories.
Flowerdown Care Home in Winchester celebrated Easter with residents through activities including baking, quizzes, bonnet-making, and church visits. The article highlights positive community engagement and resident wellbeing at a local care facility.
A Winchester resident raises concerns about the lack of transparency from the council regarding plans to close the central bus station as part of the Central Winchester Regeneration project, with buses potentially relocating to Silver Hill and Broadway. The letter calls for public disclosure of the detailed proposal before decisions become final and urges local election candidates to address the issue in their campaign materials.
A capybara named Samba escaped from Marwell Zoo in Winchester three weeks ago and remains missing despite extensive search efforts involving thermal drones, specialist dog units, and camera traps. The zoo has received multiple sightings along the River Itchen and surrounding areas near Winchester, and continues coordinated search operations with expert support.
Simon Budden, founder of Winchester Karate, has been awarded the prestigious 8th Dan honour in recognition of over 50 years of dedication to martial arts. He is a prominent local figure who has taught at Winchester schools and established the city's longest-running karate school.
The University of Winchester has established a Pain Peer Support Group in collaboration with Winchester Health Clinic, providing a monthly meeting space for people living with chronic pain to share experiences and learn coping strategies. The group addresses a significant health issue affecting 43% of UK adults, while also offering valuable learning opportunities for physiotherapy students.
A property developer, Peter Sykes, has applied to cut down two protected 60-year-old yew trees at his £1.4 million home in Winchester's St Cross conservation area to make space for new construction. The plan has sparked significant local opposition from 15 neighbours who argue the trees are subject to a preservation order and should be protected, with the case due to be heard by Winchester City Council's planning committee on April 15.
Award-winning folk rock band Roving Crows will perform at The Railway Inn in Winchester on April 10. The band has won multiple international accolades and is known for their Celtic-inspired music and passionate live performances.
Winchester MP Danny Chambers advocates strongly for a second GP surgery in Bishop's Waltham, stating the population has doubled to 14,000 patients but current facilities are inadequate. He criticises the Integrated Care Board for delaying funding despite local support from councillors, doctors, and residents, while noting new housing in the area has created infrastructure gaps.
The Winchester Muslim Cultural Association hosted an Iftar dinner during Ramadan on March 8, attracting approximately 110 guests including the Mayor of Winchester and representatives from local Christian organizations and community groups. The event demonstrated community cohesion and interfaith dialogue, with the WMCA also supporting the Winchester Beacon by donating food.
Hyde in Conversation, a local Winchester event series celebrating notable community members, is returning this spring with three evenings of talks featuring local figures including a security advisor, hospitality entrepreneur, and church leader. The event takes place at St Bartholomew's Church in Hyde and aims to showcase the individuals who contribute to making the area vibrant.
Police have issued an urgent appeal to locate Patrick Hutchinson, a 77-year-old man missing from Winchester city centre since Monday, April 6. Authorities express concern for his welfare and are requesting public assistance in locating him.
Trinity Winchester's 13th annual 'Big Sleep Out' fundraising event is returning on June 19 at Winchester Rugby Club, inviting participants to sleep outdoors to raise awareness and funds for homelessness services. The event, sponsored by Pro Vision, will feature entertainment, food, and a creative shelter-building competition, with all proceeds supporting Trinity's work helping people experiencing homelessness rebuild their lives.
A public talk by Karen Wardley will explore medieval graffiti discoveries found in Winchester and across Hampshire through the Hampshire Medieval Graffiti Project. The event celebrates volunteer efforts since 2016 to record and study historic carvings in churches and buildings that reveal insights into ordinary medieval people's lives.
Winchester Boxing Club is partnering with Parkinson's UK to offer a free non-contact boxing taster session for people with Parkinson's in the constituency on April 24. The initiative aims to help manage symptoms such as balance, stiffness, and tremor through exercise in a supportive community environment.
The InstaVolt Superhub near Winchester has completed its first year of operation, having powered over 4.5 million miles of electric journeys and avoided 1.2 million kilograms of CO₂ emissions. The hub on the A34 has become a key EV charging destination and community gathering point, though the operator calls for improved road signage to support EV drivers nationally.
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