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1872 Flint Boroughs by-election

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The 1872 Flint Boroughs by-election was fought on 16 October 1872. The by-election was fought due to the incumbent Liberal MP, Sir John Hanmer, being elevated to the peerage. It was, as expected, won by the Liberal candidate Sir Robert Cunliffe, who was unopposed.

Results

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1872 Flint Boroughs by-election[1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Liberal Robert Cunliffe Unopposed
Registered electors
Liberal hold

References

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  1. ^ Craig, F. W. S., ed. (1977). British Parliamentary Election Results 1832-1885 (hardcover) (1st ed.). London: Macmillan Press. p. 506. ISBN 978-1-349-02349-3.