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The Whigs won the previous election in 1841 with a majority of 223. At this election, they held the seat 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 hold

* Denotes a member of parliament standing for re-election.

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

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