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Chelsea and Fulham MP to stand down at next election after 19 years
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Helen Grant has been the Member of Parliament for Maidstone and The Weald since 2010, succeeding Anne Widdecombe who had held the seat since its creation in 1997. The decision to stand down at the next election allows for a potentially smoother transition, as Grant had herself benefited from a similar timeframe to establish herself in the constituency after Widdecombe's announcement. This advance notice may provide her successor with an opportunity to build a strong connection with local voters before the next general election.
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Chelsea and Fulham MP to stand down at next election after 19 years
Greg Hands held the Chelsea and Fulham seat from its inception in 2010 until 2024
6 Aug, 20:35
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Conservative news: Helen Grant to stand down at the next election
Helen Grant said she wishes to ensure that her successor has a similar period in which to build their profile within the constituency, similar to that which she had when Anne Widdecombe announced she would stand down in the constituency in 2007 at the next election.
The post Conservative news: Helen Grant to stand down at the next election appeared first on Conservative Home.
20 Jul, 10:39