Local by-elections 16 May 1985
Local by-elections 16 May 1985 was held on 16 May 1985. 2 seats were filled across 2 wards and divisions in 2 councils, from 5 candidates. The Labour Party won 1 and SDP-Liberal Alliance won 1.
- Date
- 16 May 1985
- Seats filled
- 2
- Candidates
- 5
- Councils
- 2
| Party | Candidates | Seats won | Votes | Vote share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Labour Party | 2 | 1 | 818 | 43.5% |
| SDP-Liberal Alliance | 1 | 1 | 455 | 24.2% |
| Conservative Party | 2 | 0 | 609 | 32.4% |
| Council | Wards / divisions | Seats filled | Largest party | Its seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rushmoor | 1 | 1 | SDP-Liberal Alliance | 1 |
| Teignbridge | 1 | 1 | Labour | 1 |