Stuart Clarkson

10:00am - 2:00pm

Email the studio

Curiosity Killed The Cat

Misfit

Listen Live Podcasts

Former Ermysted's pupil wins election by just 20 votes in Essex

Friday, 5 July 2024 04:05

Richard Holden (right) with Robbie Moore during a visit to Steeton in November 2023

Tory Party chairman Richard Holden - who went to school in Skipton - has won himself a new parliamentary seat in Basildon and Billericay with a majority of just 20 votes.

Mr Holden was first elected as an MP in the 2019 general election in North West Durham,

Boundary changes mean that seat no longer exists, so he instead stood for election in the previously safe Conservative seat of Basildon and Billericay in Essex - which previously had a majority of around 20,000.

After two re-counts overnight, he won the seat by just 20 votes, so returns to parliament as a Tory MP for a second time.

He polled 12,905 votes, with the Labour candidate just behind on 12,885. Reform UK recevied 11,354 votes in the constituency.

Richard Holden attended Skipton's Ermysted's Grammar School between 1996 and 2001.

He spent several years as a Conservative Party press officer and special adviser before being elected to parliament in December 2019.

He went on to become a Transport Minister under Rishi Sunak and subsequently became Conservative Party Chairman in November 2023.

More from Local news

Skipton Hotel to host first ever Drag bottomless brunch

A drag bottomless brunch event is set to take place in Skipton on Saturday the 28th of March.
Police appeal for information following £600 theft in Skipton

Police are appealing for information following a reported shop theft in Skipton.
Your Media Group launches brand new local voucher platform

Your Media Group has launched a brand new voucher platform, making it easier to discover local days out and experiences right on your doorstep.
Utility firms set to be charged for peak-time roadworks

A scheme is set to be introduced to charge utility companies and other organisations for carrying out roadworks on key roads during the busiest times of the day.
Brand new local voucher platform set to launch next week

A brand new voucher platform is set to make discovering local days out and experiences easier than ever when it launches next week.
Taxpayers facing multi-million-pound bill to keep waste plant legal

North Yorkshire taxpayers could face a multi-million-pound bill to keep a troubled waste plant operating within the law.
Applications open for Skipton Sheep Day

Applications are now open for Skipton Sheep Day, an annual event celebrating the town’s heritage.
Town Council seek support in restoring Skipton's War Memorial

Support is being sought to help fund the restoration of Skipton’s War Memorial.
North Yorkshire Police faced with losing 21 officers to balance budget

North Yorkshire Police may have to reduce the force by 21 officers to help balance the budget, it has emerged.
Woman suffer serious injuries following collision in Sutton-in-Craven

Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision in Sutton-in-Craven, which has left a pedestrian with critical injuries.
Sutton-in-Craven pub raises over £600 for Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit

A pub in Sutton-in-Craven has raised hundreds of pounds to support patient care at Airedale Hospital.
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust encourage membership as plans for new hospital continue

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust is encouraging people to join as a member, at a very important time as the trust's plans are well underway for the new hospital.
New partnership for The Principle Trust to offer crucial support to local families in crisis

A partnership between The Principle Trust and Three Nines Children’s Charity is continuing to provide practical support to families facing difficult circumstances.
Winnie-the-Pooh book trail to launch in Skipton

A Winnie-the-Pooh themed book trail is taking place in Skipton this February.
Skipton boxing club hosts first boxing show

Craven Community Boxing Club hosted their first boxing show last Saturday (24th)
New flexible leisure memberships to be considered by councillors

Residents are due to get fairer access to North Yorkshire's leisure and wellbeing hubs if senior councillors back proposals for a new membership scheme.
Usage fee of up to 50p proposed for council-run public toilets

A fee of up to 50p could be introduced to use public toilets across North Yorkshire, while underused or dilapidated conveniences could be closed.
Vintage outdoor clothing shop to open in Skipton

The Kit Vault will open in Skipton soon offering a range of outdoor clothing.
Quarter of a million to receive water bill support in Yorkshire

Yorkshire Water is on track to provide 250,000 customers with financial support by April this year.
Nobby smashes £30k target with charity shoot

Nobby Clarke, from Silsden held his annual charity clay pigeon shoot on New Year's Day and taken his all time fundraising total through the £30,000 mark for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice.