Federal elections were held in Switzerland on 30 October 1955. The Social Democratic Party emerged as the largest party in the National Council, winning 53 of the 196 seats.

Results

National Council

By constituency

Council of the States

In several cantons the members of the Council of the States were chosen by the cantonal parliaments.

References


Swiss Federal Archives Photos and Premium High Res Pictures Getty Images

1955 General Election BBC iPlayer

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