1880 Barnstaple by-election

The 1880 Barnstaple by-election occurred in Barnstaple, Devon on 12 February 1880. The seat was held by the Liberal Party.

Results

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By-election, 12 Feb 1880: Barnstaple [1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Liberal Newton Wallop 817 53.1 −1.2
Conservative Robert Carden 721 46.9 +1.3
Majority 96 6.2 +4.2
Turnout 1,538 93.4 +10.6 (est)
Registered electors 1,646
Liberal hold Swing −1.3

References

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  1. ^ Craig, F. W. S., ed. (1977). British Parliamentary Election Results 1832-1885 (1st ed.). London: Macmillan Press. ISBN 978-1-349-02349-3.