1963 Luton by-election

The 1963 Luton by-election was held on 7 November 1963 following the resignation of the former "radio doctor" and Conservative Minister Charles Hill. Hill had a majority of over 5,000 at the 1959 general election, but the Luton seat was won by the Labour candidate Will Howie with a majority of 3,749.[1]

Luton by-election, 7 November 1963
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Labour William Howie 21,108 48.02 +3.11
Conservative John Fletcher-Cooke 17,359 39.49 −15.60
Liberal Malvyn A Benjamin 5,001 11.38 N/A
Communist Tony Chater 490 1.11 New
Majority 3,749 8.53 N/A
Turnout 43,958
Labour gain from Conservative Swing

References

  1. ^ Times, Sydney Gruson Special To the New York (8 November 1963). "LABORITE DEFEATS TORY IN KEY VOTE; Victory in Luton Is Hailed as Presaging Triumph in British General Election Blow to Conservatives LABORITE UNSEATS TORY IN KEY VOTE". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 17 March 2026.
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