Constituency

South Dorset

This seat is currently vacant

The previous MP was Richard Drax (Conservative), who is no longer serving. A by-election will be held to elect a new MP for this constituency.

Representation history

How this seat was represented before the by-election, with each MP's voting record.

Lloyd Hatton Current MP

Lab MP since Jul 2024

84 %

Participation

242

Aye

232

Against party

Voted in 474 of 563 divisions while representing this seat. View full record →

Richard Drax

Con May 2010 – May 2024

84 %

Participation

705

Aye

802

Against party

Voted in 1,507 of 1,786 divisions while representing this seat. View full record →

Constituency source UK Parliament Members API