Mike Hill suddenly resigned as Labour MP on March 16, 2021.

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In pictures: The key dates from Mike Hill's reign as Hartlepool MP following shock resignation

Hartlepool Mail Editor

Published 16th Mar 2021, 16:15 GMT

Updated 16th Mar 2021, 17:40 GMT

Mike Hill has unexpectedly stood down after serving as Labour MP for Hartlepool for more than three years.

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.

9. What next?

A Parliamentary by-election, the first in town since Iain Wright, right, retained the seat for Labour in 2004, will be held in what is seen as an early test of party leader Sir Keir Starmer's credentials as a future Prime Minister. Photo: Other 3rd Party

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In pictures: The key dates from Mike Hill's reign as Hartlepool MP following shock resignation

Mike Hill has unexpectedly stood down after serving as Labour MP for Hartlepool for more than three years.

9. What next?

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