Clacton by-election: Tense Wait for Results The people of Clacton have spoken, but the outcome of the closely-watched by-election remains a closely guarded secret. As votes are counted in the early hours of Friday, anxious supporters of both Conservative and Labour candidates are bracing themselves for a potentially seismic shift in the UK's political landscape. The by-election, sparked by the resignation of Conservative MP Douglas Carswell, has seen a fierce battle between the two main parties, with some predicting a surprise upset. With the results expected to be announced in the coming hours, one thing is clear: the fate of Clacton's new MP will be a major talking point in the days and weeks to come.
Votes are being counted in the Clacton by-election, with results expected in the early hours of Friday.
