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Polls have closed in Newport W by election - interesting test of Labour support in area that votes 54% Leave, in a week when the party has backed public vote... Labour candidate Remain voter backed public vote, Conservative candidate Leave voter trying to overturn 5600 majority
CCHQ source playing down expectations for now, for what it’s worth: “Is traditionally a solid labour seat and expect a low turnout”.
Have a look at Lewis’ thread:
Labour source in Newport also managing expectations:
expect smaller majority based on Paul’s significant personal vote. Both Labour and Tory votes seem to be holding up as far as can tell.
expect smaller majority based on Paul’s significant personal vote. Both Labour and Tory votes seem to be holding up as far as can tell.
Newport West By Election result
Labour HOLD.
Plaid: 1,185
Renew: 879
Con: 7,357
Ukip: 2023
Lab: 9,308
Lib: 1,088
SDP: 202
FB: 159
AWE: 205
DVP: 185
Green: 924
Labour HOLD.
Plaid: 1,185
Renew: 879
Con: 7,357
Ukip: 2023
Lab: 9,308
Lib: 1,088
SDP: 202
FB: 159
AWE: 205
DVP: 185
Green: 924
