Polling of The Rt. Hon. Penny Mordaunt MP’s Seat
Portsmouth North
Techne UK's Recent Polling Highlights Strong Position for
The Rt. Hon. Penny Mordaunt MP in Portsmouth North
A recent survey conducted by Techne UK reveals that The Rt. Hon. Penny Mordaunt MP, Leader of the House of Commons, is likely to retain her parliamentary seat in Portsmouth North. The poll, which surveyed over a thousand residents, highlights significant support for Mordaunt despite broader national political challenges.
Polling Details and Key Findings
Date of Poll: April 2024
Sample Size: 1,020 residents
In a hypothetical immediate election
In a hypothetical immediate election, without Mordaunt as a candidate
Personal Approval
The poll also identifies the cost of living (58%) and healthcare access (42%) as the primary concerns among constituents.
Portsmouth North Data
Portsmouth North Methodology
Public Sentiment and Methodology
Techne UK’s poll adheres to the strict standards set by the British Polling Council, ensuring a robust and representative sample of Portsmouth North. The methodology guarantees the reliability and accuracy of the poll results, providing a precise snapshot of current political alignments and sentiments within the constituency.
Insights from Local Figures
Frank Jonas, former Lord Mayor of Portsmouth and President of the Portsmouth North Conservatives, commented,
“This detailed polling confirms the support that The Rt. Hon. Penny Mordaunt MP garners from her constituents, reflecting her deep-rooted connection and commitment to addressing local issues.”
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Biography - The Rt Hon Penny Mordaunt MP
Penny Mordaunt was appointed Lord President of the Council and Leader of the House of Commons on 6 September 2022.
Previously she was Minister of State at the Department for International Trade from 16 September 2021 to 6 September 2022. She was the department’s ministerial disability champion.
Penny has been a Member of Parliament since 2010.
Her previous positions include:
- Paymaster General (2020), leading resilience work overhauling how the UK prepares and responds to threats and has bolstered the UKs defensive cyber security
- Secretary of State for Defence (2019), the first woman to hold the post
- Secretary of State for International Development (2017)
- Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work (2016)
- Minister for the Armed Forces (2015), the first woman to hold this position
- Minister of Local Government (2014)
She is also a former Governor at the World Bank.