Greenock and Inverclyde — UK General Election Results
Greenock and Inverclyde was won by Labour at the 2001 general election, with a majority of 9,890 votes over Liberal Democrat. This page covers every general election in Greenock and Inverclyde from 1997 to 2001.
Full Election History, 1997–2001
| Election | Elected | Votes | Vote Share | Runner-up | Majority | Turnout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Norman Godman (Labour) | 19,480 | 56.2% | Brian Goodall (SNP) | 13,040 (37.6 pts) | 71.1% |
| 2001 | David Cairns (Labour) | 14,929 | 52.5% | Chris Brodie (Liberal Democrat) | 9,890 (34.8 pts) | 59.3% |
Full Result Breakdown by Election
1997
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norman Godman | Labour | 19,480 | 56.2% | Yes |
| Brian Goodall | SNP | 6,440 | 18.6% | No |
| Rod Ackland | Liberal Democrat | 4,791 | 13.8% | No |
| Hugo Swire | Conservative | 3,976 | 11.5% | No |
2001
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Cairns | Labour | 14,929 | 52.5% | Yes |
| Chris Brodie | Liberal Democrat | 5,039 | 17.7% | No |
| Andrew Murie | SNP | 4,248 | 14.9% | No |
| Alistair Haw | Conservative | 3,000 | 10.6% | No |
| David Landels | Scottish Socialist | 1,203 | 4.2% | No |
Margin Over Time
Winning margin (percentage points) at each election, coloured by the winning party.
Trend
Greenock and Inverclyde has been contested at 2 general elections on record since 1997. Parties that have won a seat here over that span: Labour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won Greenock and Inverclyde in the 2001 general election?
Labour won Greenock and Inverclyde in 2001 with 14,929 votes (52.5%), a majority of 9,890 votes over Liberal Democrat in second place.
Which parties have won Greenock and Inverclyde since 1997?
Since 1997, Greenock and Inverclyde has been won by: Labour.
What was the closest result in Greenock and Inverclyde?
The closest result on record for Greenock and Inverclyde was 2001, when Labour beat Liberal Democrat by just 9,890 votes (34.8 percentage points).