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Turnout key to outcome of by-election

The Glasgow North East by-election candidates yesterday made a frantic last push for votes, amid fears of an appallingly low turnout.

With heavy rain forecast for later today, and turnout only 21% at June’s European election, all sides urged their supporters to make an effort and go to the polls.

Party officials estimate turnout could be as low as 25%, with 35% on the optimistic side.