Ipswich Borough Council election, 2015

Elections to Ipswich Borough Council were held on 7 May 2015.[1] The Labour Party retained control of the council despite losing four seats.

Electoral system

Ipswich Borough Council councillors are elected in thirds, with one seat from each of the 16 ward up for election on each occasion. This election saw two additional seats available in by-elections.[2]

Results

Party Votes % Seats
Won Existing Total +/–
Conservative Party25,71738.888715+5
Labour Party24,62537.23102131–4
UK Independence Party7,41311.210000
Liberal Democrats4,3456.57022–1
Green Party3,9185.920000
Suffolk Together1230.190000
Total66,1411001830480
Source: Ipswich Borough Council

References

  1. "Upcoming elections & referendums". The Electoral Commission. Archived from the original on 15 March 2015. Retrieved 12 April 2015.
  2. Ipswich Borough Council election results 2015 Ipswich Borough Council
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