BBC Election Night
Season 1983
All coverage of UK General Elections on television channels, from campaigning and debates to results.
Where to Watch Season 1983
4 Episodes
- Election 83 - Part 1E1
Election 83 - Part 122:40-04:00. Shortly after 11.0 pm, the first of the 650 results will be declared. Election 83 will be at the early declarations, key marginals and with leading politicians, whose political and personal careers will be decided during the night. David Dimbleby introduces the programme. Sir Robin Day talks to leading politicians from all sides. Peter Snow and the BBC computer bring you instant analysis and forecasts of the results. Tony King, Ivor Crewe and John Cole explain today's results and their implications for tomorrow. - Breakfast Time Election SpecialE2
Breakfast Time Election Special06:00-10:00. Frank Bough, Nick Ross and Selina Scott introduce a special Breakfast Time election results programme. From the Election studio Nick Ross looks ahead to the Government and the Prime Minister who will run Britain for the next five years. Together with Frank and Selina he tells the story of last night's drama in British politics. Plus the stars and personalities who will join the Breakfast Time team to reflect and comment on this most important of mornings. General Election News 6.0, 6.30, 7.0, 7.30, 8.0, 8.30, 9.0. - Election 83 - Part 2E4
Election 83 - Part 210:00-15:53. David Dimbleby , Peter Snow and Sir Robin Day return with coverage of the second day of election results. Analysis from Ivor Crewe and John Cole. Over 100 results are expected including 17 from Northern Ireland. What kind of Government will Britain have for the next five years? Who will be in the new Cabinet? with News at 12.30* WALES: Outside broadcast units with live results as they are announced. SCOTLAND: James Cox and George Reid with news of key Scottish seats.