Gambian legislative election, 1962
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General elections were held in the Gambia between 22 and 31 May 1962. The result was a victory for the People's Progressive Party, which won 18 of the 32 elected seats.[1] A further eight members were appointed by the Governor-general and protectorate chiefs.
Results
Party | Votes | % | Seats | +/– |
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People's Progressive Party | 56,343 | 57.70 | 18 | +9 |
United Party | 37,016 | 37.91 | 13 | +8 |
Democratic Congress Alliance | 4,180 | 4.28 | 1 | 0 |
Independents | 108 | 0.11 | 0 | –4 |
Appointees | – | – | 8 | 0 |
Total | 97,647 | 100 | 40 | +13 |
Source: African Elections database |
References
- ↑ 1962 House of Representatives Election African Elections Database
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