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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Politics
Katy Clifton, Bonnie Christian

Brecon and Radnorshire by-election results LIVE: Lib Dems beat Tories in key vote cutting Boris Johnson's majority to one

The Lib Dems have beaten the Tories in the Brecon and Radnorshire by-election, a result which has reduced Boris Johnson's working majority to one.

Jane Dodds beat Chris Davies by a margin of 1,425 votes. He was standing for the Conservative Party despite being ousted by constituents following a conviction for submitting fake expenses invoices.

The Tory loss will add to the PM's challenges to steer Brexit through Parliament and may increase the chances of a snap general election.

Ms Dodds clinched 13,826 votes, compared to Mr Davies's 12,401. Turnout at the vote was 59.72%.

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