These papers relate to the Parliamentary Election for the Borough of Great Grimsby held on 9 June 1983. The material contains copies of the affidavits and other court papers relating to Austin Mitchell's election return. These proceedings were a first in the High Court of Justice on election expenses and came at a cost financially as well as damaging reputations on both sides. They were deposited in the Library by Austin Mitchell (Nuffield College alumnus) on 28 February 1984 for historical interest, and are currently closed.
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