Labour
Labour PartyCentre-left
EU Parliament
Election Trend
Result of the last parliamentary election: 33.7%
Part of the Government
The Labour Party is a social democratic party in the United Kingdom, founded in 1900 to give a political voice to the interests of the labor movement. It positions itself in the center-left spectrum and advocates for social justice, equal opportunities, and the expansion of public services. After 14 years in opposition, Labour, under the leadership of Keir Starmer, won the parliamentary elections in 2024 by a significant majority and has since formed the government.
History and Origins of the Labour Party
The Labour Party was founded in 1900 to provide political representation for workers in the United Kingdom. It emerged from the trade union movement and socialist groups advocating for better working conditions and social reforms. In the 1920s, Labour established itself as one of the two leading parties in the country and formed a government for the first time. Since then, the party has provided several prime ministers and implemented significant social reforms, including the introduction of the National Health Service (NHS) in 1948.
Political Orientation and Goals
The Labour Party positions itself in the center-left spectrum of British politics. It advocates for social justice, equal opportunities, and the expansion of public services. Its core concerns include supporting the NHS, promoting education for all, and measures to reduce social inequalities. Labour emphasizes the importance of workers' rights and strives for a fairer distribution of wealth and opportunities in society.
Election Results
Historical Election Results
Current government participation
Government Coalitions
Explanation of the Table
The overview shows all current government participations of Labour. The first column shows the parliament in which Labour is governing. The colored bars show all parties involved in the government. A single bar indicates a government without a coalition partner. Two bars stand for government coalitions of 2 parties. Coalitions of 3 parties are shown with three bars.
FAQ
Where does Labour currently stand?
In the current election trend Labour reaches 25.8% of the vote today. Compared to the last election, this is a difference of -7.9 percentage points.
In the election trend of the federal states Labour currently reaches .
What are the political positions of Labour?
Labour emphasizes social justice, equality of opportunity, and addressing social inequalities. They advocate for the British National Health Service (NHS) and education for all.
Is Labour left-wing or right-wing?
Labour is a center-left party.
What does Lab stand for?
Lab is the abbreviation for Labour Party.