Electionpedia.comGerald Jones (Labour) won Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare in the 2024 UK general election by 7,447 votes over Gareth Thomas (Reform UK).
Gerald Jones received 15,791 votes (44.84%). Gareth Thomas received 8,344 votes (23.69%).
| Place | Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gerald Jones ↗Elected | Labour | 15,791 | 44.84% |
| 2 | Gareth Thomas | Reform UK | 8,344 | 23.69% |
| 3 | Francis Whitefoot | Plaid Cymru | 4,768 | 13.54% |
| 4 | Amanda Jenner | Conservative | 2,687 | 7.63% |
| 5 | Jade Smith | Liberal Democrat | 1,276 | 3.62% |
| 6 | Peter Griffin | Green Party | 1,231 | 3.50% |
| 7 | Anthony Cole | Workers Party of Britain | 531 | 1.51% |
| 8 | Lorezo De Gregori | Independent | 375 | 1.06% |
| 9 | Bob Davenport | Communist Party of Britain | 212 | 0.60% |
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Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare General Election Result 2024: Gerald Jones Won
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