1983 general election · Scotland
Strathkelvin and Bearsden: 1983 general election result
The Conservatives won Strathkelvin and Bearsden at the 1983 general election with a majority of 3,700. Full result by party, turnout and change since the last election.
- Winner
- ConservativeConservative
- Majority
- 3,7007.7% of valid votes
- Turnout
- 78.2%48,018 valid votes
- Electorate
- 61,438
| Party | Votes | Share | Share bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conservative Won | 17,501 | 36.5% | |
| SDP–Liberal Alliance | 13,801 | 28.7% | |
| Labour | 12,308 | 25.6% | |
| Scottish National Party | 4,408 | 9.2% | |
| Valid votes | 48,018 | ||
| Majority | 3,700 | 7.7% | |
Questions and answers
Who won Strathkelvin and Bearsden at the 1983 general election?
The Conservative candidate won with 17,501 votes (36.5%).
What was the majority in Strathkelvin and Bearsden in 1983?
3,700 votes (7.7% of valid votes) over the SDP–Liberal Alliance.
What was the turnout in Strathkelvin and Bearsden in 1983?
78.2% of the 61,438 registered electors cast a valid vote (48,018 votes).
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