On 27 July Rupert campaigned in the Scotter & Blyton by-election on behalf of the Conservative candidate, Bruce Allison.
After the Conservatives won the by-election, Rupert said "I was delighted that Bruce won this seat despite a strong challenge from the Liberal Demcrats. Bruce fought an active campaign and achieved a much deserved win."
Results:
Conservatives 694 (44.0 per cent, +8.9 on 2015) Lib Dems 555 (35.1 per cent, +8.8) Labour 230 (14.6 per cent, -1.3) UKIP 100 (6.3 per cent, +6.3)
Conservatives hold