Electoral Results
The following table shows the total votes* for Labour, plus parties supporting the Labour-led government. For more details of electoral results, see the relevant election articles.
| Election | Parliament | Seats* | Total votes* | Percentage | Gain (loss) | Seats won* | Change | Majority |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 46th | 120 | 1,066,618 | 51.64% | - | 66 | - | 6 |
| 2002 | 47th | 120 | 1,150,911 | 56.65% | +5.01% | 69 | +3 | 9 |
| 2005 | 48th | 121 | 1,152,735 | 50.65% | -6.00% | 61 | -8 | 1* |
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