1985 Dyfed County Council election

The fourth election to Dyfed County Council was held in May 1985. It was preceded by the 1981 election and followed by the 1989 election. Once again, there were a number of unopposed returns, particularly in rural parts of the county.

Overview

The Independents remained the largest party but lost ground to Labour.

Ward Results (Cardiganshire)

Aberystwyth Rural No.2

Ward Results (Carmarthenshire)

Carmarthen No. 1

The Liberal candidate had won the seat from Labour at a by-election

Carmarthen Rural No. 6

Cwmamman

The sitting member was deselected by the Labour Party but chose to contest the seat again.

Llandeilo No.6

Llanelli No.7

Newcastle Emlyn No.2

The Alliance candidate had stood for Labour at the two previous elections.

Ward Results (Pembrokeshire)

Fishguard and Goodwick No. 2

The sitting member was elected as an Independent in 1981