Bruce had served as member since 1832 and his position was secure until the reforms of 1867. Even thereafter, the immediate interest appeared to be in who would occupy the second seat rather than whether or nor Bruce would be re-elected.
Bruce held a seat since 1832, and his position was secure until the reforms of 1867. Even after that, the focus seemed to be on who would fill the second seat rather than whether Bruce would be re-elected.