County Waterford — UK General Election Results
County Waterford was won by Sinn Féin at the 1918 general election, with a majority of 8,673 votes over Irish Parliamentary Party. This page covers the 1918 general election, the only one on record for County Waterford under this name.
Full Election History, 1918–1918
| Election | Elected | Votes | Vote Share | Runner-up | Majority | Turnout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | Cathal Brugha (Sinn Féin) | 12,890 | 75.3% | James John O'Shee (Irish Parliamentary Party) | 8,673 (50.7 pts) | 70.0% |
Full Result Breakdown by Election
1918
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cathal Brugha | Sinn Féin | 12,890 | 75.3% | Yes |
| James John O'Shee | Irish Parliamentary Party | 4,217 | 24.7% | No |
Margin Over Time
Winning margin (percentage points) at each election, coloured by the winning party.
Not enough contested elections of data yet to chart a trend.
Trend
County Waterford has been contested at 1 general election on record (1918). Parties that have won a seat here over that span: Sinn Féin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won County Waterford in the 1918 general election?
Sinn Féin won County Waterford in 1918 with 12,890 votes (75.3%), a majority of 8,673 votes over Irish Parliamentary Party in second place.
Which parties have won County Waterford since 1918?
Since 1918, County Waterford has been won by: Sinn Féin.
What was the closest result in County Waterford?
The closest result on record for County Waterford was 1918, when Sinn Féin beat Irish Parliamentary Party by just 8,673 votes (50.7 percentage points).