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Glasgow Govan By-Election 1988 was held on 10th November 1988
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Glasgow Govan By-Election 1988 was held on 10th November 1988
Glasgow Govan By-Election 1988 was held on 10th November 1988, caused by the resignation of Bruce Millan as Member of Parliament for the constituency following his appointment as a European Commissioner.
The result was seen as embarrassing for the Labour Party, with the former Labour MP Jim Sillars winning the seat for the Scottish National Party with a majority of 3, 554 votes and a large swing from Labour to the SNP.
Our Picture Shows... Cafe owner Barbara Menzies, shares a joke with victorious Jim Sillars, Friday 11th November 1988
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Scotland
Govan By-Election 1988
Media ID 21836205
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By Election By Elections Coffee Glasgow Govan Holding Laughing Scotland Scottish Scottish National Party 1988
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the Glasgow Govan By-Election of 1988. This significant event took place on the 10th of November and was triggered by Bruce Millan's resignation as Member of Parliament for the constituency after his appointment as a European Commissioner. The outcome of this election proved to be quite embarrassing for the Labour Party, as Jim Sillars, a former Labour MP himself, emerged victorious under the banner of the Scottish National Party (SNP). With an impressive majority of 3,554 votes and a substantial swing from Labour to SNP, Sillars secured his place in history. Captured in this snapshot is an intimate moment between cafe owner Barbara Menzies and triumphant politician Jim Sillars. As they share a joke over coffee cups held firmly in their hands, their laughter echoes through time. The photograph exudes warmth and camaraderie amidst political triumph. This image not only represents a pivotal moment in Scottish politics but also encapsulates the spirit of unity that can arise even during heated campaigns. It serves as a reminder that behind every political victory lies personal connections forged through shared experiences and genuine human interaction. As we delve into Scotland's rich political history with this remarkable photograph, it becomes evident that moments like these shape our collective memory and continue to inspire generations to come.
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