The 1955 general election was held on May 26, 1955, and was contested between the incumbent Conservative Party, led by Prime Minister Winston Churchill, and the opposition Labour Party, led by Hugh Gaitskell.

The Conservatives campaigned on a platform of economic stability and modernization, promising to continue their policies of reducing government spending, cutting taxes, and promoting economic growth. They also emphasized their record of strong leadership and commitment to national defense, particularly in the context of the ongoing Cold War.

Labour, on the other hand, focused on issues such as housing, education, and social welfare. They criticized the Conservatives for their perceived neglect of domestic issues and argued that their policies favored the wealthy at the expense of working-class families.

The election campaign was also notable for the emergence of new media platforms, particularly television. The parties used televised debates and other broadcasts to reach a wider audience than ever before, and the impact of television on British politics continued to grow in the following years.

In the end, the Conservative Party won a decisive victory, securing a majority of 60 seats in the House of Commons. The party's success was due in part to their strong record on economic issues, as well as Churchill's popularity as a wartime hero and charismatic leader. The election also marked a continuation of the post-war consensus on economic policy, with both major parties broadly committed to free-market principles and the need for government intervention in certain areas.

Following the election, Churchill remained as Prime Minister for several months before resigning in 1955 due to declining health. He was succeeded by Anthony Eden, who faced his own challenges in office, including the Suez Crisis of 1956. However, the Conservative Party's victory in the 1955 election helped to consolidate their position as one of the dominant forces in British politics, setting the stage for their continued dominance throughout the 1950s and early 1960s.