Victor's firm pledge to constituents
The newly-elected MHK for East Douglas has expressed his elation at the result.
Jon Joughin topped the polls in a seven-way contest for the seat left vacant by Brenda Cannell, securing 18.4 per cent of votes cast.
The results in full:
Jon Joughin 159
Clare Bettison 146
Richard Falk 145
Geraldine O'Neill 131
Cat Turner 108
John McBride 90
Kurt Buchholz 75
Speaking after the declaration, Mr Joughin thanked his supporters and promised to devote himself to representing all constituents:
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