Arbroath and Broughty Ferry by-election: A tale of two high streets
Summary
The Arbroath and Broughty Ferry constituency in Scotland has two very different town centres: Broughty Ferry’s high street is busy with shops and cafés, while Arbroath’s main street has many empty shops and "for sale" signs. Voters will elect a new member of parliament on 18 June, and the economic health of these towns is a key local issue.Key Facts
- Broughty Ferry has a busy high street with many independent and chain shops, cafes, and restaurants.
- Arbroath’s high street shows decline with many vacant retail units and “to let” or “for sale” signs.
- The Arbroath and Broughty Ferry constituency covers areas under two different local councils: Angus Council for Arbroath and Dundee City Council for Broughty Ferry.
- The constituency was created for the 2024 general election from parts of Dundee East and Angus constituencies.
- The current MP, Stephen Gethins of the SNP, stepped down after winning a seat in the Scottish Parliament.
- Local residents express concern about the decline of Arbroath’s town centre and the rise in foodbank use.
- Some local businesses, like a fish merchant in Arbroath, remain steady due to local customers and tourism linked to the Arbroath Smokie (a local smoked fish).
- The by-election on 18 June is one of three happening in the UK that day.
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