However the wards of the borough were redrawn in 1949 prior to the next general election in 1950. Accordingly, changes were made under the House of Commons (Redistribution of Seats) Act 1949.
In 1949, the wards of the borough were reconfigured ahead of the following general election in 1950. This was accomplished through the House of Commons (Redistribution of Seats) Act of 1949.