Party to declare itself most likely to beat Tories in byelection, but leader denies pact with Labour
The Liberal Democrats view themselves as the likely challengers to the Conservatives in the forthcoming Tiverton and Honiton byelection, Ed Davey has said, despite his party finishing behind Labour in the past three general elections.
The Conservatives have held the Devon seat continuously since it was created in 1997, but could face a tough battle following the resignation of MP Neil Parish after he admitted twice watching pornography in the House of Commons chamber.
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