1880 Southwark by-election

The 1880 Southwark by-election was fought on 13 February 1880. The by-election was fought due to the death of the incumbent Liberal MP, John Locke. It was won by the Conservative candidate Edward Clarke.[1]

Southwark by-election, 1880[2]
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Conservative Edward Clarke 7,683 50.2
Liberal A. Dunn 6,830 44.6
Independent George Shipton 799 5.2
Majority 853 5.6 N/A
Turnout 15312
Conservative gain from Liberal Swing

[3]

The 21st parliament was dissolved some weeks later and a general election was held. Clarke stood down and the seat was gained by the Liberal candidate Arthur Cohen.

References
  1. Leigh Rayment's Historical List of MPs
  2. Thomas Otte et al, By-Elections in British Politics, 1832–1914, p. 120.
  3. "Southwark Election". The Cornishman. No. 84. 19 February 1880. p. 6.


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