Presented by John Tusa , Peter Snow Today in Chesterfield, voters have been going to the polls in only the second by-election of this Parliament. The result could determine the political future of the Labour candidate, Tony Benn. For the Conservatives, represented by Nicholas Bourne , and the Liberal/SDP Alliance, with Max Payne , it will also be seen as a key test of party popularity. With Vincent Hanna for the live declaration and Sir Robin Day in the studio with leading politicians.
Outside broadcast director NEIL ECCLES Studio director CHRIS FOX Producer PETER BELL
Editor DAVID DICKINSON