2024 Election Case study - factors

What was a key characteristic of Starmer's campaign compared to Corbyn's?

Starmer deliberately avoided Corbyn-style radicalism.

What major issues plagued the Conservative campaign in 2024?

Disastrous announcements, timing errors, and scandals damaged credibility.

What approach did the Labour campaign take in 2024?

It was cautious and disciplined, focusing on 'economic stability' and 'change'.

How did leadership perceptions influence the 2024 election outcomes?

Voters judged leadership competence and credibility over policy details.

What was the political context leading to the 2024 election?

It was a context-driven correction due to Conservative fatigue and scandals.

How did smaller parties fare in the 2024 election under FPTP?

They were disadvantaged; Labour would have won fewer seats under AMS.

What was the impact of social media on the 2024 election?

Social media allowed for micro-targeting and was more influential than traditional media.

What voting trend was observed among 18-24 year-olds in 2024?

41% of 18-24 year-olds voted Labour.

How did older voters (over 70) vote in the 2024 election?

Only 20% voted Labour, showing a strong Conservative lean.

What was the voting behavior of socio-economic groups in the 2024 election?

Labour won similar shares across both high (ABC1) and low (C2DE) socio-economic groups.

What was the gender voting trend in the 2024 election?

Labour had slightly higher shares among women (35%) than men (34%).

What was the significance of the 'Red Wall' in the 2024 election?

Historically Labour seats returned to Labour, indicating Conservative support was conditional.

What was the outcome for the SNP in the 2024 election?

The SNP collapsed from 48 to 9 seats due to leadership chaos and scandal.

How did the Israel-Hamas conflict affect Labour's vote share?

Labour's vote share fell by 25 percentage points in Muslim-dominated constituencies.

What was the impact of voter ID requirements on ethnic minority turnout?

Ethnic minorities were disproportionately disqualified from voting due to ID requirements.

What was notable about the diversity of the new House of Commons post-election?

It was the most diverse ever, with 14% of MPs from ethnic minorities.

What was the effect of Reform UK's campaign in the 2024 election?

Reform UK attracted younger men and older working-class voters, impacting Conservative votes.

What was the overall perception of the Conservative campaign in 2024?

It was viewed as disastrous due to various missteps and scandals.

How did Labour's approach to campaigning differ from the Conservatives?

Labour focused on stability and change, avoiding risky promises.

What was the voter turnout trend among under-50s in the 2024 election?

Labour's vote share remained consistently high among under-50s.

What was the significance of the 'Levelling up' policy in the North?

It was seen as an empty slogan, contributing to Conservative losses in the North.

What was the effect of traditional media on the 2024 election?

Traditional media's influence was weak; it reflected rather than changed public sentiment.

What was the role of Ed Davey in the 2024 election?

His personable campaign helped the Liberal Democrats return as the third-largest party.

What was the overall conclusion about Labour's success in the 2024 election?

Labour's success was more about Conservative collapse than Labour's brilliance.