The Bridgwater by-election of March 12, 1970 was the first election in the United Kingdom to be held after the voting age had been reduced from 21 to 18. The seat was held by the Conservatives on a turnout of 70.3%. Results References See also 1938 Bridgwater by-election Bridgwater by-election By-elections to the Parliament of the United Kingdom in Somerset constituencies Bridgwater by-election Bridgwater 20th century in Somerset Bridgwater by-election