Historical Organization

British Empire Citizens’ and Workers’ Home Rule Party

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British Empire Citizens’ and Workers’ Home Rule Party

Also known as: Butler Party

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Butler Party wins the largest bloc in the Legislative Council

📅 18 September 1950

In the 18 September 1950 election, the Butler Party won six of the 18 elected seats, the largest bloc for any single party. The National Archives describes the party’s victory as anti-colonial, but...