UK 2017 General Election
UK general election held June 2017. Theresa May lost her majority and remained in office with support from the DUP.
UK 2017 General Election is one of the tracked elections shaping power in United Kingdom.
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Country context
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Office at stake
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Winner profile
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Election Result
Clear outcome summary for this recorded election.
May called a snap election seeking a larger majority but instead produced a hung parliament and relied on confidence-and-supply support.
At a Glance
The UK 2017 General Election took place in 2017 in United Kingdom. The election determined who would hold the office of House of Commons.
Theresa May won the election with a margin of Conservatives remained largest party but lost their majority. Voter turnout was reported at 68.8%, giving a sense of how many people took part in the contest. 2 candidates contested the election: Jeremy Corbyn and Theresa May.
Election Snapshot
- Status
- Recorded
- Election Year
- 2017
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Office Contested
- House of Commons
- Winner
- Theresa May
- Turnout
- 68.8%
- Candidates
- 2
- Linked Offices
- 1
Result Overview
May called a snap election seeking a larger majority but instead produced a hung parliament and relied on confidence-and-supply support.
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 Theresa May
- Voter turnout: 68.8%
- Victory margin: Conservatives remained largest party but lost their majority
- 2 candidates tracked
Details
- election year
- 2017
- office contested
- House of Commons
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Who won the UK 2017 General Election?
- The UK 2017 General Election was won by Theresa May. Theresa May ran as the candidate of Conservative Party. The winning margin was Conservatives remained largest party but lost their majority.
- Who came second in the UK 2017 General Election?
- The runner-up in the UK 2017 General Election was Jeremy Corbyn. The contest between Theresa May and Jeremy Corbyn defined the central dynamics of this election.
- What was the voter turnout for the UK 2017 General Election?
- Voter turnout for the UK 2017 General Election was 68.8%. 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 2017 General Election take place?
- The UK 2017 General Election took place in 2017. 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 2017 General Election?
- The UK 2017 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 2017 General Election?
- The UK 2017 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 2017 General Election?
- 2 candidates participated in the UK 2017 General Election, including Jeremy Corbyn, Theresa May. The field of candidates reflects the political landscape and the range of options available to voters.
- What was the outcome of the UK 2017 General Election?
- May called a snap election seeking a larger majority but instead produced a hung parliament and relied on confidence-and-supply support.
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Trust & Coverage
- Page Type
- Election dashboard
- Last Updated
- March 21, 2026
- Sources
- 1 linked
- Data Coverage
- Comprehensive(85/100)
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