A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Cumberland North Riding on 16 October 1856 because John Darvall had been appointed Solicitor General in the Parker ministry.
Dates Date Event 3 October 1856 John Darvall appointed Solicitor-General. 3 October 1856 Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly. 13 October 1856 Nominations 16 October 1856 Polling day 20 October 1856 Return of writ
Result
The by-election was caused by the appointment of John Darvall as Solicitor General in the Parker ministry.
See also Electoral results for the district of Cumberland (North Riding) List of New South Wales state by-elections
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