1992: Six O'Clock News - Election '92

With Peter Snow back in charge of the mighty pendulum after a two-year absence, this news item looks forward to 1992's election night coverage. The innovative new swingometer features colour-modifying conductive plastics that instantly reflect the changing vote.

The 1992 general election turned out to be the fourth consecutive victory for the Conservatives, this time under John Major, who took 42% of the vote. This was a surprise win, as the polls had Neil Kinnock's Labour Party narrowly ahead for much of the run-up to polling day.

BBC Archive: Originally broadcast 9 April 1992.