1856 Hutt by-election
The Hutt by-election 1856 was a by-election held in the multi-member electorate during the 2nd New Zealand Parliament, on 27 November 1856.
The by-election was caused by the resignation of incumbent MP Alfred Ludlam and was won by Samuel Revans. On nomination day Samuel Revans and George Hart were nominated, and after a show of hands in favour of Revans, Hart demanded a poll. Samuel Revans was subsequently elected the following day.Results
