It just shows how important every vote is Amanda. Let's not forget what the young IOC was up against in the Conservative organisation,its structure,the tentacles that reach into religious,corporate and gentlemen's groups whether that be Masonic lodges,countryside alliance whatever. You know this of course but this old club has a pedigree,history and political experience to play the sharp game and play it well.
This was a good fight but the newbie lost based on experience it will be different next time.
Roger is right there are plenty of old voters who will park their cross in the same place and the conservatives are seen a warm security blanket. The danger of course is that this County continues to be a retirement centre for wudges of cash that will almost certainly consolidate the Tory position. I noted with interest that the presence of money has pushed into those beautiful areas in Wales..Brecon,Gower and the Vale of Glamorgan.
The IOC did a great job just need to be quicker on the feet dance around the old fighters punches and go for a knockout when the time is right. It might just be that defeat this time around may work in IOC,s favour.
Keep the faith Amanda this site and your energy is very much required.