The October 1974 General Election in the United Kingdom was held on October 10, 1974. This election was called after the February 1974 General Election resulted in a hung parliament, where no party gained an outright majority. The Labour Party, led by Harold Wilson, aimed to secure a stronger mandate to address economic challenges. In the October election, the Labour Party won 319 seats, gaining a majority of 3 in the House of Commons. The Conservative Party, led by Edward Heath, lost seats, while the Liberal Party made significant gains. This election marked a pivotal moment in British politics during a time of economic uncertainty.