Local elections 10 May 1955
Local elections 10 May 1955 was held on 10 May 1955. 19 seats were filled across 19 wards and divisions in 2 councils, from 41 candidates. Progressives (Scotland) won 8, The Labour Party won 6 and Communist won 2.
- Date
- 10 May 1955
- Seats filled
- 19
- Candidates
- 41
- Councils
- 2
| Party | Candidates | Seats won | Votes | Vote share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progressives (Scotland) | 12 | 8 | 3,586 | 31.7% |
| The Labour Party | 18 | 6 | 4,407 | 38.9% |
| Communist | 2 | 2 | 591 | 5.2% |
| Moderates (Scotland) | 3 | 1 | 993 | 8.8% |
| Independent Labour | 1 | 1 | 886 | 7.8% |
| Independent | 5 | 1 | 864 | 7.6% |
| Council | Wards / divisions | Seats filled | Largest party | Its seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayrshire County Council | 3 | 3 | Independent Labour | 1 |
| Midlothian County Council | 16 | 16 | Progressives (Scotland) | 8 |