Lib Dem WIN the Chesterton & Launton by-election

Liberal Democrat James Hartley won the Chesterton and Launton by-election on the 3rd September!

We gained a decisive victory over Reform and the Conservatives, regaining control of Oxfordshire County Council, and gaining more votes than the last election here in 2025.

Thank you to everyone who supported the campaign by delivering leaflets, knocking on doors, or making phone calls - it made the difference and helped us secure a victory!

Chesterton and Launton By-Election (Oxfordshire County Council) - LD HOLD 🔶

LD 41.7% (32.9%) + 8.8%
Con 28.9% (28.3%)
Ref 23.2% (26.7%)
Grn 3.0% (6.6%)
Lab 3.2% (5.5%)

Turnout 31.4% (37.8%)

(Figures in brackets from 2025 county election)