UK 2010 General Election
UK general election held May 2010. It produced a hung parliament and led to a Conservative-Liberal Democrat coalition under David Cameron.
UK 2010 General Election is one of the tracked elections shaping power in United Kingdom.
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Office at stake
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Election Result
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At a Glance
The UK 2010 General Election took place in 2010 in United Kingdom. The election determined who would hold the office of House of Commons.
David Cameron won the election with a margin of No party won a majority; Conservatives formed a coalition with the Liberal Democrats. Voter turnout was reported at 65.1%, giving a sense of how many people took part in the contest. 3 candidates contested the election: David Cameron, Gordon Brown, and Nick Clegg.
Election Snapshot
- Status
- Recorded
- Election Year
- 2010
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Office Contested
- House of Commons
- Winner
- David Cameron
- Turnout
- 65.1%
- Candidates
- 3
- Linked Offices
- 1
Result Overview
Result Source
https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/research-reports-and-data/elections-and-referendums/past-elections-and-referendums/uk-general-elections
Quick Facts
- Won by David Cameron
- Voter turnout: 65.1%
- Victory margin: No party won a majority; Conservatives formed a coalition with the Liberal Democrats
- 3 candidates tracked
Details
- election year
- 2010
- office contested
- House of Commons
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Constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy. Comprises England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
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Nick Clegg
Leader of the Liberal Democrats from 2007 to 2015 and Deputy Prime Minister in the 2010-2015 coalition government with the Conservatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Who won the UK 2010 General Election?
- The UK 2010 General Election was won by David Cameron. David Cameron ran as the candidate of Conservative Party. The winning margin was No party won a majority; Conservatives formed a coalition with the Liberal Democrats.
- Who came second in the UK 2010 General Election?
- The runner-up in the UK 2010 General Election was Gordon Brown. The contest between David Cameron and Gordon Brown defined the central dynamics of this election.
- What was the voter turnout for the UK 2010 General Election?
- Voter turnout for the UK 2010 General Election was 65.1%. Turnout levels reflect public engagement with the democratic process and can be influenced by factors such as voter registration requirements, election accessibility, the competitiveness of the race, and public trust in political institutions.
- When did the UK 2010 General Election take place?
- The UK 2010 General Election took place in 2010. Electoral timing in United Kingdom is governed by constitutional requirements and may be influenced by the political circumstances of the moment.
- What offices were contested in the UK 2010 General Election?
- The UK 2010 General Election determined who would hold the office of House of Commons. The powers and responsibilities of this office make the election significant for the country's governance and policy direction.
- Which country held the UK 2010 General Election?
- The UK 2010 General Election was held in United Kingdom. The country's electoral system, political culture, and institutional framework shaped how the election was conducted and what the results mean for governance.
- Who were the candidates in the UK 2010 General Election?
- 3 candidates participated in the UK 2010 General Election, including David Cameron, Gordon Brown, Nick Clegg. The field of candidates reflects the political landscape and the range of options available to voters.
Connections
Candidates
David Cameron
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 2010 to 2016. Conservative leader who held the Brexit referendum.
Gordon Brown
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 2007 to 2010. Long-serving Chancellor of the Exchequer and senior Labour strategist.
Nick Clegg
Leader of the Liberal Democrats from 2007 to 2015 and Deputy Prime Minister in the 2010-2015 coalition government with the Conservatives.
Trust & Coverage
- Page Type
- Election dashboard
- Last Updated
- March 21, 2026
- Sources
- 1 linked
- Data Coverage
- Comprehensive(85/100)
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