1994 Western Isles Area Council election

The sixth election to Western Isles Council was held on 5 May 1994 as part of the wider 1994 Scottish regional elections. One ward - Laxdale - was unfilled, as no individuals came forward as candidates.

1994 Western Isles Area Council election

5 May 1994
29 of the 30 seats to Western Isles Council 15 seats needed for a majority
Party Independent Labour Last election 30 seats, 100.0% Did not stand Seats won 25 4 Seat change 5 4 Popular vote 6,468 737 Percentage 89.8% 10.2%
Council control before election Independent Council control after election Independent

Aggregate results

The result of the election

Western Isles Council election, 1994[1]
Turnout: 7,205

Party		Seats	Gains	Losses	Net gain/loss	Seats %	Votes %	Votes	+/−
	Independent	25				83.3	89.8	6,468	10.2
	Labour	4				13.3	10.2	737	10.2
	Vacant	1				3.3

References

1. pp.44-45