Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney: 1983 general election result
Labour won Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney at the 1983 general election with a majority of 22,730. Full result by party, turnout and change since the last election.
- Winner
- LabourLabour
- Majority
- 22,73052.7% of valid votes
- Turnout
- 71.7%43,139 valid votes
- Electorate
- 60,153
| Party | Votes | Share | Share bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labour Won | 29,053 | 67.4% | |
| SDP–Liberal Alliance | 6,323 | 14.7% | |
| Conservative | 5,449 | 12.6% | |
| Plaid Cymru | 2,058 | 4.8% | |
| Others | 256 | 0.6% | |
| Valid votes | 43,139 | ||
| Majority | 22,730 | 52.7% | |
Questions and answers
Who won Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney at the 1983 general election?
The Labour candidate won with 29,053 votes (67.4%).
What was the majority in Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney in 1983?
22,730 votes (52.7% of valid votes) over the SDP–Liberal Alliance.
What was the turnout in Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney in 1983?
71.7% of the 60,153 registered electors cast a valid vote (43,139 votes).
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