UK By-Elections: Three Seats Up for Grabs
What is a By-Election?
A UK parliamentary by-election occurs when a seat in the House of Commons becomes vacant between general elections. They are often seen as a test of the rival parties' popularity and can provide an indication of the public's mood ahead of the next general election.
Upcoming By-Elections
On Thursday 20 July, voters in three areas of England will head to the polls to elect their new Members of Parliament (MPs):
- Tiverton and Honiton (former MP: Neil Parish, Conservative)
- Wakefield (former MP: Imran Khan, Conservative)
- Uxbridge and South Ruislip (former MP: Boris Johnson, Conservative)
The by-elections have been triggered by the resignations of the incumbent MPs. Parish resigned after admitting to watching pornography in the House of Commons, while Khan and Johnson resigned following the "partygate" scandal.
Conclusion
The results of these by-elections will be closely watched by politicians and commentators alike, as they could provide an insight into the public's mood ahead of the next general election, which is scheduled to take place in 2024.
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