Sean Harriss (returning officer) says he is about to start the count "proper" in Bolton North East. Turn out is 64.97 per cent.
Election results for Bolton's three constituencies are due to be announced from 2.05am.
Ballot papers have been verified and are now being counted.
Experienced experts believe the process will take two hours.
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