General Elections of the 1950s: A Political Overview

The General Elections of the 1950s saw significant shifts in power between the Conservative and Labour parties in the UK. In 1951, the Conservatives narrowly won over Labour, while in 1955 and 1959, they secured more decisive victories. The swing towards the Conservatives in each election reflects changing political landscapes and voter preferences, ultimately shaping the course of British history during this crucial decade.

• General Elections
• 1950s Politics
• Conservative Party
• Labour Party
• UK History

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1. The General Election of 1959 By Professor Vernon Bogdanor Visiting Gresham Professor of Political History

2. GENERAL ELECTIONS IN THE 1950s 1951 % Vote Conservatives 48.0 Labour 48.8 Liberal 2.5 Other 0.7 Seats 321 295 6 3 Turnout 82.5% Swing to Conservative: 1.1%

3. GENERAL ELECTIONS IN THE 1950s 1955 % Vote Conservatives 49.7 Labour 46.4 Liberal 2.7 Other 1.2 Seats 344 277 6 3 Turnout 76.7% Swing to Conservative: 1.8%

4. GENERAL ELECTIONS IN THE 1950s 1959 % Vote Conservative 49.4 Labour 43.8 Liberal 5.9 Other 0.1 Seats 365 258 6 1 Turnout 78.8% Swing to Conservative: 1.2%