Very Poor Turnout for Police Elections

The video covers the election results for the police and Crime Commissioner, highlighting the victory of a Conservative Party candidate over John Prescott, a former Deputy Prime Minister. Prescott, who was visibly nervous, lost to a conservative businessman. Another ex-minister, Michael Mates, also faced defeat. The video discusses the low voter turnout, with less than 20% participation, and explores reasons for voter apathy.

Who was elected as the police and Crime Commissioner for the upper side area?

• A Labour Party candidate

• A Conservative Party candidate

• An Independent candidate

• A Liberal Democrat candidate

What was John Prescott's political background before his defeat?

• He was a former Mayor

• He was a former Councillor

• He was a former Deputy Prime Minister and MP for 40 years

• He was a former Prime Minister

Who defeated John Prescott in the election?

• A Green Party candidate

• A conservative trade unionist and businessman

• A Labour Party candidate

• An Independent candidate

What was the voter turnout like across the country?

• About 40% of people voted

• Exactly 30% of people voted

• Less than 20% of people voted

• More than 50% of people voted

What were the reasons mentioned for the low voter turnout?

• Polling station issues

• Apathy or a lack of information

• Bad weather conditions

• High voter registration fees