1997 general election · Scotland
Edinburgh North and Leith: 1997 general election result
Labour won Edinburgh North and Leith at the 1997 general election with a majority of 10,978. Full result by party, turnout and change since the last election.
- Winner
- LabourLabour
- Majority
- 10,97826.8% of valid votes
- Turnout
- 66.5%40,945 valid votes
- Electorate
- 61,617
| Party | Votes | Share | Share bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labour Won | 19,209 | 46.9% | |
| Scottish National Party | 8,231 | 20.1% | |
| Conservative | 7,312 | 17.9% | |
| Liberal Democrats | 5,335 | 13.0% | |
| Others | 858 | 2.1% | |
| Valid votes | 40,945 | ||
| Majority | 10,978 | 26.8% | |
Questions and answers
Who won Edinburgh North and Leith at the 1997 general election?
The Labour candidate won with 19,209 votes (46.9%).
What was the majority in Edinburgh North and Leith in 1997?
10,978 votes (26.8% of valid votes) over the Scottish National Party.
What was the turnout in Edinburgh North and Leith in 1997?
66.5% of the 61,617 registered electors cast a valid vote (40,945 votes).
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