UK 2001 General Election
UK general election held June 2001. Tony Blair's Labour won a second landslide over William Hague's Conservatives, with the lowest turnout since 1918.
UK 2001 General Election is one of the tracked elections shaping power in United Kingdom.
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Election Result
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Labour won a second landslide with 413 seats. Turnout plummeted to 59.4%, the lowest since 1918, reflecting widespread disengagement.
At a Glance
The UK 2001 General Election took place in 2001 in United Kingdom. The election determined who would hold the office of House of Commons.
Tony Blair won the election. Voter turnout was reported at 59.4%, giving a sense of how many people took part in the contest. 2 candidates contested the election: Tony Blair and William Hague.
Election Snapshot
- Status
- Recorded
- Election Year
- 2001
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Office Contested
- House of Commons
- Winner
- Tony Blair
- Turnout
- 59.4%
- Candidates
- 2
- Linked Offices
- 0
Result Overview
Labour won a second landslide with 413 seats. Turnout plummeted to 59.4%, the lowest since 1918, reflecting widespread disengagement.
Quick Facts
- Won by Tony Blair
- Voter turnout: 59.4%
- 2 candidates tracked
Details
- election year
- 2001
- office contested
- House of Commons
Country Context
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Candidates
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United Kingdom
Constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy. Comprises England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Tony Blair
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1997 to 2007. Transformed Labour into New Labour and won three consecutive general elections. His legacy is dominated by domestic reform and the Iraq War.
William Hague
Leader of the Conservative Party from 1997 to 2001. Led the party through its difficult post-Thatcher rebuilding period and opposed Tony Blair in the 2001 election.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who won the UK 2001 General Election?
- The UK 2001 General Election was won by Tony Blair. Tony Blair ran as the candidate of Labour Party.
- Who came second in the UK 2001 General Election?
- The runner-up in the UK 2001 General Election was William Hague. The contest between Tony Blair and William Hague defined the central dynamics of this election.
- What was the voter turnout for the UK 2001 General Election?
- Voter turnout for the UK 2001 General Election was 59.4%. 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 2001 General Election take place?
- The UK 2001 General Election took place in 2001. 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 2001 General Election?
- The UK 2001 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 2001 General Election?
- The UK 2001 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 2001 General Election?
- 2 candidates participated in the UK 2001 General Election, including Tony Blair, William Hague. The field of candidates reflects the political landscape and the range of options available to voters.
- What was the outcome of the UK 2001 General Election?
- Labour won a second landslide with 413 seats. Turnout plummeted to 59.4%, the lowest since 1918, reflecting widespread disengagement.
Connections
Candidates
Tony Blair
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1997 to 2007. Transformed Labour into New Labour and won three consecutive general elections. His legacy is dominated by domestic reform and the Iraq War.
William Hague
Leader of the Conservative Party from 1997 to 2001. Led the party through its difficult post-Thatcher rebuilding period and opposed Tony Blair in the 2001 election.
Trust & Coverage
- Page Type
- Election dashboard
- Last Updated
- March 21, 2026
- Sources
- Graph-backed
- Data Coverage
- Comprehensive(75/100)
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United Kingdom
Constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy. Comprises England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Tony Blair
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1997 to 2007. Transformed Labour into New Labour and won three consecutive general elections. His legacy is dominated by domestic reform and the Iraq War.
William Hague
Leader of the Conservative Party from 1997 to 2001. Led the party through its difficult post-Thatcher rebuilding period and opposed Tony Blair in the 2001 election.