BY-ELECTION WON BY LABOUR

In the North Lewisham election, three candidates vied for votes: Mr. Farmer (Conservative), Mr. McDermott (Labour), and Miss Green (Independent Loyalist). Miss Green's eloquence stirred the electorate, making the outcome uncertain. Labour maintained strong support, while Conservative votes declined. The final results declared Neil McDermott the winner with 18,560 votes, followed by Norman William Farmer with 17,406 votes, and Leslie Margaret Campbell-Green with 1,487 votes.

Who was the Conservative candidate in the North Lewisham election?

• Alderman Hawkins

• Mr. Farmer

• Mr. McDermott

• Miss Green

What was Miss Green's political affiliation?

• Labour

• Conservative

• Independent Loyalist

• Liberal

How did the Labour votes compare to the Tory votes in the election?

• Labour votes were at full strength, while Tory votes decreased

• Tory votes were at full strength, while Labour votes decreased

• Labour votes were lower than Tory votes

• Both Labour and Tory votes decreased

Who declared the election results?

• Neil McDermott

• Alderman Hawkins

• Miss Green

• Mr. Farmer

What was the vote count for Neil McDermott?

• 20,000

• 17,406

• 1,487

• 18,560