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What was the result of the Labour Party in the 2017 general election under Corbyn's leadership?

  • Net loss of 30 seats

  • Net gain of 30 seats

  • No change in seats

  • Net gain of 60 seats

Answer

Under Jeremy Corbyn's leadership, the Labour Party experienced a net gain of 30 seats in the 2017 general election. The party's vote share increased to 40%, which was their largest improvement since the 1945 general election. However, the Conservative Party still formed a minority government, and Labour remained in opposition.
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