Two former London local politicians took their seats as MPs in the Commons after Labour ousted Tories in two by-elections.Former Mayor of Lewisham Damien Egan won in Kingswood, south Gloucestershire, and ex-Newham councillor Gen Kitchen was victorious in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, both overturning large Tory majorities.
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00:00 Members wishing to take their seats please come to the table.
00:20 I do solemnly, sincerely and truly declare and affirm that I will be faithful and bear
00:37 true allegiance to His Majesty King Charles, his heirs and successors according to law.
00:44 Amen.
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01:39 (Cheers)
01:41 Order, order. Will members wishing to take their place come to the table.
01:50 (Amen)