As voters prepare to elect his successor at the town’s first Parliamentary by-election for 17 years, here are key dates from his time in office.
1. June 9, 2017:
Former union official Mike Hill succeeded Iain Wright as Labour MP for Hartlepool at the 2017 General Election. Photo: Other 3rd Party
2. "It's great to have their trust"
After retaining the Labour seat by a 7,650 majority, he said: “I am a citizen of Hartlepool and it’s great to have their trust going forward.” Photo: Frank Reid
3. September 22, 2019:
News emerges that Mr Hill has had the Labour whip withdrawn and party membership suspended amid allegations that he sexually harassed a woman at Parliament. Photo: Frank Reid
4. September 23, 2019:
Mr Hill responds to the allegations in a statement saying: "Mike Hill completely rejects these allegations and will co-operate fully with any investigation." Photo: Frank Reid