Political Developments: 1955 General Election Information Flashcards
1
Q
What did the end of the Korean War mean for rationing? When did it end?
A
It ended in 1954
2
Q
What did the 1955 pre-election budget do?
A
It removed 2 million people from direct taxation
3
Q
How many houses did the Conservatives build in 1953?
A
300,000
4
Q
How many houses did the Conservatives build in 1954?
A
300,000
5
Q
What did Labour’s campaign provide in terms of policies?
A
Did not give any new policies
6
Q
What were Labour proposing with income tax in 1955?
A
They would increase income tax
7
Q
Which party won the 1955 election?
A
The Conservatives
8
Q
Who became Prime Minister?
A
Anthony Eden
