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Labour won the previous election in 1964 with a majority of 748. At this election, they held the seat with a majority of 4,792.

Albert Murray was elected as the member of parliament for Gravesend.

Result

The following result was declared by the returning officer:

Candidate		Votes	%
	Murray Albert Albert Murray * Labour	30,276	49.8
	White Roger Roger White Conservative	25,484	41.9
	Barnett Jack Harris Jack Harris Barnett Liberal	5,092	8.4
	Majority	4,792	7.9
	Turnout	60,852	82.0
	Labour hold

* Denotes a member of parliament standing for re-election.

To order the candidates by name or number of votes received, click on the appropriate column heading.

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