November 2016 UK Independence Party leadership election facts for kids
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The November 2016 UK Independence Party leadership election was a special vote held on November 28, 2016. Members of the UK Independence Party (often called UKIP) chose their new leader. Paul Nuttall won this election easily. He received 63% of all the votes. This election happened because the previous leader, Diane James, decided to step down.
Who Ran for Leader?
Several people wanted to become the new leader of UKIP. Here are the main candidates who stayed in the race until the end:
- Suzanne Evans: She is a journalist and a politician.
- Paul Nuttall: He was the deputy leader of UKIP before this election. He also led UKIP members in the European Parliament.
- John Rees-Evans: He is a politician and a veteran.
How the Votes Were Counted
The election results showed how many votes each candidate received. This helped decide who would become the new leader of the UK Independence Party.
| Place | Candidate | Votes | % of Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Paul Nuttall | 9,622 | 62.60% | |
| 2nd | Suzanne Evans | 2,973 | 19.34% | |
| 3rd | John Rees-Evans | 2,775 | 18.05% | |
| Total Votes | 15,370 | 100% | ||
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