UK 2024 General Election
UK general election held July 2024. Labour won a landslide under Keir Starmer.
UK 2024 General Election is one of the tracked elections shaping power in United Kingdom.
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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.
Labour ended fourteen years of Conservative-led government with a landslide victory under Keir Starmer.
At a Glance
The UK 2024 General Election took place in 2024 in United Kingdom. The election determined who would hold the office of House of Commons.
Keir Starmer won the election with a margin of Labour won a large Commons majority. Voter turnout was reported at 59.7%, giving a sense of how many people took part in the contest. 2 candidates contested the election: Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak.
Election Snapshot
- Status
- Recorded
- Election Year
- 2024
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Office Contested
- House of Commons
- Winner
- Keir Starmer
- Turnout
- 59.7%
- Candidates
- 2
- Linked Offices
- 1
Result Overview
Labour ended fourteen years of Conservative-led government with a landslide victory under Keir Starmer.
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 Keir Starmer
- Voter turnout: 59.7%
- Victory margin: Labour won a large Commons majority
- 2 candidates tracked
Details
- election year
- 2024
- office contested
- House of Commons
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United Kingdom
Constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy. Comprises England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Keir Starmer
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom since 2024. Former Director of Public Prosecutions and Labour leader.
Rishi Sunak
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom 2022-2024. Former Chancellor of the Exchequer. Conservative Party leader.
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Head of government of the United Kingdom. Leader of the party with a majority in the House of Commons.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Who won the UK 2024 General Election?
- The UK 2024 General Election was won by Keir Starmer. Keir Starmer ran as the candidate of Labour Party. The winning margin was Labour won a large Commons majority.
- Who came second in the UK 2024 General Election?
- The runner-up in the UK 2024 General Election was Rishi Sunak. The contest between Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak defined the central dynamics of this election.
- What was the voter turnout for the UK 2024 General Election?
- Voter turnout for the UK 2024 General Election was 59.7%. 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 2024 General Election take place?
- The UK 2024 General Election took place in 2024. 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 2024 General Election?
- The UK 2024 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 2024 General Election?
- The UK 2024 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 2024 General Election?
- 2 candidates participated in the UK 2024 General Election, including Keir Starmer, Rishi Sunak. The field of candidates reflects the political landscape and the range of options available to voters.
- What was the outcome of the UK 2024 General Election?
- Labour ended fourteen years of Conservative-led government with a landslide victory under Keir Starmer.
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Trust & Coverage
- Page Type
- Election dashboard
- Last Updated
- March 21, 2026
- Sources
- 1 linked
- Data Coverage
- Comprehensive(75/100)
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