1983 general election · Scotland
Galloway and Upper Nithsdale: 1983 general election result
The Conservatives won Galloway and Upper Nithsdale at the 1983 general election with a majority of 5,461. Full result by party, turnout and change since the last election.
- Winner
- ConservativeConservative
- Majority
- 5,46113.9% of valid votes
- Turnout
- 74.9%39,290 valid votes
- Electorate
- 52,449
| Party | Votes | Share | Share bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conservative Won | 17,579 | 44.7% | |
| Scottish National Party | 12,118 | 30.8% | |
| SDP–Liberal Alliance | 5,129 | 13.1% | |
| Labour | 4,464 | 11.4% | |
| Valid votes | 39,290 | ||
| Majority | 5,461 | 13.9% | |
Questions and answers
Who won Galloway and Upper Nithsdale at the 1983 general election?
The Conservative candidate won with 17,579 votes (44.7%).
What was the majority in Galloway and Upper Nithsdale in 1983?
5,461 votes (13.9% of valid votes) over the Scottish National Party.
What was the turnout in Galloway and Upper Nithsdale in 1983?
74.9% of the 52,449 registered electors cast a valid vote (39,290 votes).
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