Ed Davey
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Rankings
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Records
Davey's most notable achievement is leading the Liberal Democrats to their best-ever general election result in 2024, with 72 MPs, the highest number for a third party since 1923. His leadership has been marked by historic gains in local elections and a significant increase in the party's profile. He was re-elected unopposed as leader in 2024, a testament to the party's confidence in him.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Knight Bachelor
Awarded in the New Year Honours for political and public service.
Fellow of Birkbeck, University of London
Recognised for contributions to public life and connection to the institution.
Rankings & Lists
Most Popular Other UK Public Figure
Most Popular Politician and Political Figure
Records & Feats
Led Liberal Democrats to their highest ever number of seats in a general election
Under Davey's leadership, the party won 72 seats in 2024, the most for a third party since 1923.