The sweet taste of victory: local MP helps win Parliament's annual Pancake Day race

The race takes places every year to raise money for charity. Credit: ITV West Country

A West Country MP has helped bring glory to the region by winning Parliament's annual Pancake Day race.

Johnny Mercer, who represents Plymouth Moor View, crossed the finish line alongside former Labour Shadow Business Secretary Clive Lewis to win the race for the MPs.

Here's the moment they won the day:

So, a highlight of his career so far?

The other teams were made up of members of the Media and the House of Lords.

The race takes places every year to raise money for charity.

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