1979 Election Flashcards
Who was labour leader in the 1979 election?
James Callaghan
Who was conservative leader in 1979 election?
Margaret Thatcher
What was the percentage vote for conservatives 1979?
43%
What was the percentage vote for Labour 1979?
36%
What is the main theme for 1979 election?
Valence of governing party
What had Callaghan showed little regard for during the winter of 1979?
“The winter of discontent”
What was the winter of discontent ?
Where (mainly working class) workers striked due to a lack of pay in their sectors
What had James Callaghan said during the winter of discontent ?
“Crisis What crisis “ from the sun
What percent of c2 voters did the conservatives win ?
41%
What percent of 18-24 votes did the conservatives win?
42%
What was the turnout in the 1979 election?
76%
