1997 general election · Yorkshire and the Humber
Kingston upon Hull West and Hessle: 1997 general election result
Labour won Kingston upon Hull West and Hessle at the 1997 general election with a majority of 15,525. Full result by party, turnout and change since the last election.
- Winner
- LabourLabour
- Majority
- 15,52540.5% of valid votes
- Turnout
- 58.7%38,354 valid votes
- Electorate
- 65,349
| Party | Votes | Share | Share bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labour Won | 22,520 | 58.7% | |
| Liberal Democrats | 6,995 | 18.2% | |
| Conservative | 6,933 | 18.1% | |
| Others | 1,906 | 5.0% | |
| Valid votes | 38,354 | ||
| Majority | 15,525 | 40.5% | |
Questions and answers
Who won Kingston upon Hull West and Hessle at the 1997 general election?
The Labour candidate won with 22,520 votes (58.7%).
What was the majority in Kingston upon Hull West and Hessle in 1997?
15,525 votes (40.5% of valid votes) over the Liberal Democrats.
What was the turnout in Kingston upon Hull West and Hessle in 1997?
58.7% of the 65,349 registered electors cast a valid vote (38,354 votes).
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