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1963 Luton by-election

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The 1963 Luton by-election was held following the resignation of the former "radio doctor" and Conservative Minister Charles Hill. Hill had a majority of over 5,000 at the 1959 general election, but the Luton seat was won by the Labour candidate Will Howie with a majority of 3,749.[1]

Luton by-election, 1963
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Labour William Howie 21,108
Conservative Sir John Fletcher-Cooke 17,359
Liberal M A Benjamin 5,001
Communist Anthony P J Chater 490
Majority 3,749
Turnout
Labour gain from National Liberal Swing

References

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