Exit polls breakdown: How is your Salford constituency expected to vote?

Following the exit poll results at 10pm, we know that the Conservatives are likely to hold a majority of 368, compared to Labour’s 191. But what does this mean for Salford’s three constituencies?

Worsley and Eccles South

This constituency was created in 2010 when the Eccles and Worsley constituencies merged. Since then, Labour MP Barbara Keeley has held the seat, representing the people of Barton, Boothstown and Ellenbrook, Cadishead, Irlam, Little Hulton, Walkden, Winton and Worsley.

In the last election, there was a Labour hold of 57.1%, though the Conservatives weren’t far behind with a 38.7% gain. Conservative popularity has gradually increased since 2010 and in this year’s election it’s currently too close to forecast a winning party.

The exit polls have shown a 61% chance of a Conservative gain, with a 39% chance of a Labour hold.

Salford and Eccles

Like Worsley and Eccles South, the Salford and Eccles constituency was formed and first contested in the 2010 General Election. The incumbent MP is Rebecca Long-Bailey, replacing Hazel Blears in the 2015 General Election. This constituency represents the centre of Salford; Claremont, Eccles, Irwell, Langworthy, Weaste and Seedley, Orsdall, Pendlebury and Swinton.

Labour have had a constant hold over this constituency, and it’s expected that this will continue with 99+% chance.

Blackley and Broughton

Only some of this constituency represents Salford; the Kersal and Broughton areas. This constituency, formed in 2010 of the old Manchester Blackley constituency, was represented by MP Graham Stringer from 1997 until last month. They’ve had a Labour hold in their current form and through the old constituency since 1964, and this is expected to continue in today’s election with a 99+% chance.

For a closer look at the exit poll results in your Salford constituency, take a look at our interactive map.

Results are due at approximately 3:00am. We’ll have full coverage of the election across our website, television and radio throughout the night.

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