The Conservative Police and Crime Commissioner candidate has narrowly won the Thames Valley Police post. Matthew Barber’s 92,000 majority was reduced to around 2,000 at today’s count, which saw a 25 per cent turn out. “I am delighted to be returned to the best office in politics,” he said. “It has been a hard fought campaign. I’ve tried to fight postively throughout.” He suggested the tight margin majority was down to the fact that few local elections were taking place on the same polling day. “A win is a win,” he said. “The turnout is disappointing, and I think there is still work to be done …