Midlothian and Peebles — UK General Election Results
Midlothian and Peebles was won by Labour at the 1951 general election, with a majority of 5,590 votes over Unionist. This page covers every general election in Midlothian and Peebles from 1950 to 1951.
Full Election History, 1950–1951
| Election | Elected | Votes | Vote Share | Runner-up | Majority | Turnout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | David Johnstone Pryde (Labour) | 26,966 | 52.8% | Florence Gertrude Horsbrugh (Unionist) | 7,188 (14.1 pts) | 82.9% |
| 1951 | David Johnstone Pryde (Labour) | 29,271 | 55.3% | James Anthony Stodart (Unionist) | 5,590 (10.6 pts) | 83.8% |
Full Result Breakdown by Election
1950
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Johnstone Pryde | Labour | 26,966 | 52.8% | Yes |
| Florence Gertrude Horsbrugh | Unionist | 19,778 | 38.7% | No |
| William Weir Gilmour | Liberal | 4,365 | 8.5% | No |
1951
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Johnstone Pryde | Labour | 29,271 | 55.3% | Yes |
| James Anthony Stodart | Unionist | 23,681 | 44.7% | No |
Margin Over Time
Winning margin (percentage points) at each election, coloured by the winning party.
Trend
Midlothian and Peebles has been contested at 2 general elections on record since 1950. Parties that have won a seat here over that span: Labour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won Midlothian and Peebles in the 1951 general election?
Labour won Midlothian and Peebles in 1951 with 29,271 votes (55.3%), a majority of 5,590 votes over Unionist in second place.
Which parties have won Midlothian and Peebles since 1950?
Since 1950, Midlothian and Peebles has been won by: Labour.
What was the closest result in Midlothian and Peebles?
The closest result on record for Midlothian and Peebles was 1951, when Labour beat Unionist by just 5,590 votes (10.6 percentage points).