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The Conservatives won the previous election in 1835 with a majority of 25. At this election, the Whigs gained the seat from the Conservatives unopposed.

George Byng was elected as the member of parliament for Chatham.

Result

The following result was declared by the returning officer:

Candidate		Votes
	Byng George George Byng Whig	Unopposed
	Whig gain from Conservative

To order the candidates by name or number of votes received, click on the appropriate column heading.

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