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Election aftermath live: Sturgeon tells voters SNP won't let them down Election aftermath live: Sturgeon tells voters SNP won't let them down
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Jamie Grierson's afternoon summaryJamie Grierson's afternoon summary
As England’s triumphant Tories and rejected Labourites kept their curtains closed following Thursday’s election, Scotland’s politicians continued to steal the political limelight. Basking in the glory of their monumental 56-seat win, the SNP staged a photo opportunity of intent in front of the Forth Rail Bridge. Scotland’s first minister Nicola Sturgeon, surrounded by her new army of MPs, harnessed the symbolism of Scottish might towering behind her and set her sights on Westminster. “No longer will Scotland be sidelined or ignored,” she cried. “Our voice will be heard.” Look, a curtain just twitched in Witney.As England’s triumphant Tories and rejected Labourites kept their curtains closed following Thursday’s election, Scotland’s politicians continued to steal the political limelight. Basking in the glory of their monumental 56-seat win, the SNP staged a photo opportunity of intent in front of the Forth Rail Bridge. Scotland’s first minister Nicola Sturgeon, surrounded by her new army of MPs, harnessed the symbolism of Scottish might towering behind her and set her sights on Westminster. “No longer will Scotland be sidelined or ignored,” she cried. “Our voice will be heard.” Look, a curtain just twitched in Witney.
The big pictureThe big picture
But there are two sides to the story in Scotland. As the SNP and its supporters join arms for a record-breaking ceilidh, Labour is imploding into a desperate barn fight. Unite Scotland and the train drivers’ union Aslef has called on Scottish Labour leader Jim Murphy to step down. It was a bold move for the former Renfrewshire East MP to try and hold on to the role following his wipeout at the hands of the SNP on Thursday - but perhaps it was naive. Shortly after the unions urged him to step down, Neil Findlay MSP piled in and resigned from Labour’s Scottish shadow cabinet, citing the party’s “disaster” in the general election. As is so often the case, it would be surprising if calls for him to move aside didn’t escalate. Labour’s woes continue to grow.But there are two sides to the story in Scotland. As the SNP and its supporters join arms for a record-breaking ceilidh, Labour is imploding into a desperate barn fight. Unite Scotland and the train drivers’ union Aslef has called on Scottish Labour leader Jim Murphy to step down. It was a bold move for the former Renfrewshire East MP to try and hold on to the role following his wipeout at the hands of the SNP on Thursday - but perhaps it was naive. Shortly after the unions urged him to step down, Neil Findlay MSP piled in and resigned from Labour’s Scottish shadow cabinet, citing the party’s “disaster” in the general election. As is so often the case, it would be surprising if calls for him to move aside didn’t escalate. Labour’s woes continue to grow.
What happened today?What happened today?
Quote of the dayQuote of the day
You’d think that Tony Blair had lost us three elections, not won us three electionsYou’d think that Tony Blair had lost us three elections, not won us three elections
Former Labour home secretary Alan Johnson battles with his party’s election strategyFormer Labour home secretary Alan Johnson battles with his party’s election strategy
Laugh of the dayLaugh of the day
Downing Street now. pic.twitter.com/MPYzc5inMHDowning Street now. pic.twitter.com/MPYzc5inMH
Anti-austerity protesters go for the “say what you really think” approach in Whitehall.Anti-austerity protesters go for the “say what you really think” approach in Whitehall.
Heartwarming moment of the dayHeartwarming moment of the day
Miliband puts on a brave face and poses with is family after his crushing defeat at the hands of the Tories.Miliband puts on a brave face and poses with is family after his crushing defeat at the hands of the Tories.
Tomorrow’s agendaTomorrow’s agenda
Expect more debate over how the Tories will roll out their manifesto pledges, who the next Labour leader will be, how the Lib Dems will rebuild their party and the future of the union.Expect more debate over how the Tories will roll out their manifesto pledges, who the next Labour leader will be, how the Lib Dems will rebuild their party and the future of the union.
That’s it from me for today. It has been a pleasure. Join the Guardian’s election team tomorrow morning, as we bring you the latest news, reaction, analysis, pictures, video, and jokes in the aftermath of the election. Barkeeper!That’s it from me for today. It has been a pleasure. Join the Guardian’s election team tomorrow morning, as we bring you the latest news, reaction, analysis, pictures, video, and jokes in the aftermath of the election. Barkeeper!
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The commentariat on Twitter have reacted to the latest developments for Scottish Labour - unions calling for Jim Murphy to step down as the party’s leader and Neil Findlay MSP stepping down from the shadow cabinet.The commentariat on Twitter have reacted to the latest developments for Scottish Labour - unions calling for Jim Murphy to step down as the party’s leader and Neil Findlay MSP stepping down from the shadow cabinet.
Here’s a selection:Here’s a selection:
Wow. Unite and Aslef both call for Jim Murphy to quit @scottishlabourWow. Unite and Aslef both call for Jim Murphy to quit @scottishlabour
Double wow. Neil Findlay quits Jim Murphy's Shadow Cabinet. Meltdown in @scottishlabourDouble wow. Neil Findlay quits Jim Murphy's Shadow Cabinet. Meltdown in @scottishlabour
Wheels coming off .@scottishlabour as Neil Findlay quits shadow cabinet citing party's "disaster" on Thursday. Knives out for MurphyWheels coming off .@scottishlabour as Neil Findlay quits shadow cabinet citing party's "disaster" on Thursday. Knives out for Murphy
Former Scottish Labour leadership contender Neil Findlay resigns to spend more time making Jim Murphy's life hell. pic.twitter.com/FzvdzTTJ2MFormer Scottish Labour leadership contender Neil Findlay resigns to spend more time making Jim Murphy's life hell. pic.twitter.com/FzvdzTTJ2M
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Libby BrooksLibby Brooks
My colleague Libby Brooks has more developments for Scottish Labour - Neil Findlay MSP has resigned from the Scottish Labour cabinet, a sign that calls for Murphy’s resignation is part of a co-ordinated union movement.My colleague Libby Brooks has more developments for Scottish Labour - Neil Findlay MSP has resigned from the Scottish Labour cabinet, a sign that calls for Murphy’s resignation is part of a co-ordinated union movement.
Breaking: @Neil_FindlayMSP resigns from Scottish Labour cabinet "Radical solutions are needed" #GE2015Breaking: @Neil_FindlayMSP resigns from Scottish Labour cabinet "Radical solutions are needed" #GE2015
This flurry of resignation calls is clearly coordinated by those in union movement who have never been happy with Murphy's leadership #GE15This flurry of resignation calls is clearly coordinated by those in union movement who have never been happy with Murphy's leadership #GE15
Significantly @Neil_FindlayMSP rules out *ever* challenging for leadership/dep leadership of Scottish LabourSignificantly @Neil_FindlayMSP rules out *ever* challenging for leadership/dep leadership of Scottish Labour
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Unions round on Scottish Labour leader Jim Murphy to resignUnions round on Scottish Labour leader Jim Murphy to resign
Pat Rafferty, Unite Scottish secretary, has led calls for Jim Murphy to stand down as Scottish Labour leader after the politician’s humiliating defeat at the hands of SNP.Pat Rafferty, Unite Scottish secretary, has led calls for Jim Murphy to stand down as Scottish Labour leader after the politician’s humiliating defeat at the hands of SNP.
Rafferty says staying on as leader will “only prolong the party’s agony” adding it is “surprising” Murphy should feel he still has a mandate to lead after Thursday’s results.Rafferty says staying on as leader will “only prolong the party’s agony” adding it is “surprising” Murphy should feel he still has a mandate to lead after Thursday’s results.
Murphy was the biggest casualty of the night for Labour in Scotland losing his once safe majority seat in Renfrewshire East to the SNP’s Kirsten Oswald.Murphy was the biggest casualty of the night for Labour in Scotland losing his once safe majority seat in Renfrewshire East to the SNP’s Kirsten Oswald.
In a statement, Rafferty says:In a statement, Rafferty says:
It is time for change the Scottish Labour Party. That is the overwhelming, unambiguous message from Scotland’s people, including its trade union members, on Thursday.It is time for change the Scottish Labour Party. That is the overwhelming, unambiguous message from Scotland’s people, including its trade union members, on Thursday.
He adds:He adds:
Change must begin with a new leader. I do not say this out of any personal animus. Jim fought a courageous campaign, and the Party’s problems clearly long predate his leadership. But staying on as leader will only prolong the party’s agony.... I therefore call on Jim Murphy to resign without delay, and give the membership of the Scottish Labour Party the chance to determine their own way forward in rebuilding from Thursday’s ruins.”Change must begin with a new leader. I do not say this out of any personal animus. Jim fought a courageous campaign, and the Party’s problems clearly long predate his leadership. But staying on as leader will only prolong the party’s agony.... I therefore call on Jim Murphy to resign without delay, and give the membership of the Scottish Labour Party the chance to determine their own way forward in rebuilding from Thursday’s ruins.”
Kevin Lindsay, organiser in Scotland for Aslef, the train drivers’ union, also called for Murphy to bow out. He said:Kevin Lindsay, organiser in Scotland for Aslef, the train drivers’ union, also called for Murphy to bow out. He said:
Jim Murphy has just presided over the worst election defeat in the history of the Scottish Labour Party. He has to go - and he has to go now.Jim Murphy has just presided over the worst election defeat in the history of the Scottish Labour Party. He has to go - and he has to go now.
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Anti-cuts protest arrives at Tory HQAnti-cuts protest arrives at Tory HQ
An anti-austerity protest organised by socialist activists London Black Revs has arrived outside Tory HQ in London.An anti-austerity protest organised by socialist activists London Black Revs has arrived outside Tory HQ in London.
More than 8,000 supporters have indicated on a Facebook event page that they will attend the demonstration in Matthew Parker Street.More than 8,000 supporters have indicated on a Facebook event page that they will attend the demonstration in Matthew Parker Street.
Images posted on Twitter and Vine show a significant turnout of protesters clutcing banners, placards and megaphones.Images posted on Twitter and Vine show a significant turnout of protesters clutcing banners, placards and megaphones.
outside tory hq right now https://t.co/9U7E17MDR0outside tory hq right now https://t.co/9U7E17MDR0
First group have marched to outside Tory HQ #toryhq #toriesoutnow https://t.co/UrYRJTtt28First group have marched to outside Tory HQ #toryhq #toriesoutnow https://t.co/UrYRJTtt28
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With an unexpected majority government, the Conservatives will now turn to their manifesto and legislative agenda for the next parliamentary term. My colleague Damien Gayle reports that the home secretary, Theresa May, is likely to revive her snooper’s charter now that the block placed by her former coalition partners the Lib Dems has been removed. He writes:With an unexpected majority government, the Conservatives will now turn to their manifesto and legislative agenda for the next parliamentary term. My colleague Damien Gayle reports that the home secretary, Theresa May, is likely to revive her snooper’s charter now that the block placed by her former coalition partners the Lib Dems has been removed. He writes:
Speaking as early results on Friday indicated the Conservatives would form a government with a Commons majority, May said increased surveillance powers was “one very key example” of Tory policy blocked by the coalition arrangement.Speaking as early results on Friday indicated the Conservatives would form a government with a Commons majority, May said increased surveillance powers was “one very key example” of Tory policy blocked by the coalition arrangement.
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Ukip claim first council majority in Thanet district.Ukip claim first council majority in Thanet district.
Just want to bring you something coming in from Thanet, in Kent, where Ukip are claiming to have won their first council majority.Just want to bring you something coming in from Thanet, in Kent, where Ukip are claiming to have won their first council majority.
Thanet distict council covers North Thanet parliamentary constituency as well as South Thanet, where the former Ukip leader Nigel Farage failed to win a seat in parliament.Thanet distict council covers North Thanet parliamentary constituency as well as South Thanet, where the former Ukip leader Nigel Farage failed to win a seat in parliament.
Thanet District Council has #GonePurple. First Authority in the United Kingdom to have a #UKIP majority!Thanet District Council has #GonePurple. First Authority in the United Kingdom to have a #UKIP majority!
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As the SNP bathes in the glory of its landslide victory (see 11.15), the Scottish Liberal Democrats are reflecting on their losses north of the border and further afield.As the SNP bathes in the glory of its landslide victory (see 11.15), the Scottish Liberal Democrats are reflecting on their losses north of the border and further afield.
Willie Rennie, the Scottish Lib Dem leader, says his party is still “hopeful for the future”, insisting next year’s Holyrood elections are an “opportunity to grow”, according to the Press Association.Willie Rennie, the Scottish Lib Dem leader, says his party is still “hopeful for the future”, insisting next year’s Holyrood elections are an “opportunity to grow”, according to the Press Association.
Our vision for Scotland is hopeful for the future, founded on opportunity and liberty for all. It is a positive prospectus.Our vision for Scotland is hopeful for the future, founded on opportunity and liberty for all. It is a positive prospectus.
A year from now we have an opportunity to grow. The Scottish parliamentary election campaign starts today.A year from now we have an opportunity to grow. The Scottish parliamentary election campaign starts today.
Scotland has lost liberal giants. Our members of parliament were local champions with powerful liberal voices. They enriched the political debate of our country.Scotland has lost liberal giants. Our members of parliament were local champions with powerful liberal voices. They enriched the political debate of our country.
I am sad for the loss to our party, to their communities and to the politics of our country. I know they will make a contribution to rebuilding our strength.I am sad for the loss to our party, to their communities and to the politics of our country. I know they will make a contribution to rebuilding our strength.
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What are the country’s politicians doing up and down the country today after the election? Some are celebrating, some are relaxing, some are drinking, some are at the football.What are the country’s politicians doing up and down the country today after the election? Some are celebrating, some are relaxing, some are drinking, some are at the football.
Scottish Tory leader Ruth Davidson is bemused by sweet treats in Edinburgh ...Scottish Tory leader Ruth Davidson is bemused by sweet treats in Edinburgh ...
Seen in Edinburgh - Haggis spice flavoured, vegan dark chocolate. Have we reached peak McHipster? pic.twitter.com/rbf3hfQzU2Seen in Edinburgh - Haggis spice flavoured, vegan dark chocolate. Have we reached peak McHipster? pic.twitter.com/rbf3hfQzU2
Labour leadership contender Andy Burnham is watching the football at Goodison Park ...Labour leadership contender Andy Burnham is watching the football at Goodison Park ...
After a punishing week, only 1 place to be. Looking like Sunderland might fail to deliver an early result again! #EFC pic.twitter.com/8md3FBYx8LAfter a punishing week, only 1 place to be. Looking like Sunderland might fail to deliver an early result again! #EFC pic.twitter.com/8md3FBYx8L
One of the Lib Dems’ few remaining MPs, Tom Brake, is cleaning his office ...One of the Lib Dems’ few remaining MPs, Tom Brake, is cleaning his office ...
Getting the office clean and tidy for Monday morning. Remember my office is open 9-5 Mon to Fri if you need any help pic.twitter.com/jkKM4QzJI5Getting the office clean and tidy for Monday morning. Remember my office is open 9-5 Mon to Fri if you need any help pic.twitter.com/jkKM4QzJI5
Tory MP for High Peak, Andrew Bingham, is off to the football ...Tory MP for High Peak, Andrew Bingham, is off to the football ...
Am very proud to have been re elected as High Peak MP. Am now at Wembley to support Glossop North End in FA Vase Final @GlossopNorthEndAm very proud to have been re elected as High Peak MP. Am now at Wembley to support Glossop North End in FA Vase Final @GlossopNorthEnd
Labour MP Lilian Greenwood is enjoying a pint in Nottingham ...Labour MP Lilian Greenwood is enjoying a pint in Nottingham ...
My first pint of the year - thank you Ian Lambert - celebrating my 6,936 majority at @InnPlough. #KeepingNottmRed pic.twitter.com/vQ8V1cJFn9My first pint of the year - thank you Ian Lambert - celebrating my 6,936 majority at @InnPlough. #KeepingNottmRed pic.twitter.com/vQ8V1cJFn9
Angus Robertson has joined his fellow newly elected SNP MPs in South Queensferry ...Angus Robertson has joined his fellow newly elected SNP MPs in South Queensferry ...
Fantastic photo of record-breaking new Westminster group of @theSNP with @NicolaSturgeon #SNP pic.twitter.com/ncX4qRsvXrFantastic photo of record-breaking new Westminster group of @theSNP with @NicolaSturgeon #SNP pic.twitter.com/ncX4qRsvXr
Tory MP for Totnes, Sarah Wollaston, is thinking about the next opposition leader ...Tory MP for Totnes, Sarah Wollaston, is thinking about the next opposition leader ...
As a Tory I don't want to scupper her chances but @leicesterliz is impressive https://t.co/LgXaBX1W3MAs a Tory I don't want to scupper her chances but @leicesterliz is impressive https://t.co/LgXaBX1W3M
Labour MP for Sheffield and Barnsley, Angela Smith, is attending a VE Day event in Barnsley ...Labour MP for Sheffield and Barnsley, Angela Smith, is attending a VE Day event in Barnsley ...
My first formal duty as a newly re-elected MP, to take part in the VE Day Commemoration Service at St John church, Penistone #VEDay70My first formal duty as a newly re-elected MP, to take part in the VE Day Commemoration Service at St John church, Penistone #VEDay70
SNP MSP for Aberdeen, Mark McDonald, is mocking the Lib Dems ...SNP MSP for Aberdeen, Mark McDonald, is mocking the Lib Dems ...
It just occurred to me that my people carrier has one seat less than the UK Lib Dems. Maybe I could get it an appearance on Question Time...It just occurred to me that my people carrier has one seat less than the UK Lib Dems. Maybe I could get it an appearance on Question Time...
Suffolk’s Tory MP Therese Coffey is putting her feet up...Suffolk’s Tory MP Therese Coffey is putting her feet up...
Nice relaxing Saturday...but also celebrating my mum getting elected to the Parish Council too.Nice relaxing Saturday...but also celebrating my mum getting elected to the Parish Council too.
Labour MP for Walthamstow, Stella Creasy, is keeping her eye on an EDL march ...Labour MP for Walthamstow, Stella Creasy, is keeping her eye on an EDL march ...
The police say 150 members of edl now at Blackhorse Road #edle17The police say 150 members of edl now at Blackhorse Road #edle17
Former Plaid Cymru MP Adam Price is turning his thoughts to devolution ...Former Plaid Cymru MP Adam Price is turning his thoughts to devolution ...
Let's call an all-Wales Convention, a meeting of minds, people from all walks and our best thinkers, to draw up a new vision for WalesLet's call an all-Wales Convention, a meeting of minds, people from all walks and our best thinkers, to draw up a new vision for Wales
Selly Oak’s Labour MP, Steve McCabe, is also off to the football ...Selly Oak’s Labour MP, Steve McCabe, is also off to the football ...
Thanks to all who voted Lab in Selly Oak constituency. Much appreciated. Day off from politics&revealing true colours by going to Villa ParkThanks to all who voted Lab in Selly Oak constituency. Much appreciated. Day off from politics&revealing true colours by going to Villa Park
Lib Dem peer Sarah Ludford is reflecting on her party’s huge losses ...Lib Dem peer Sarah Ludford is reflecting on her party’s huge losses ...
Great sense from @libdems Lon chair @MikeTuffrey: results not rejection of what we stand for but reaction to fears about confused outcome.Great sense from @libdems Lon chair @MikeTuffrey: results not rejection of what we stand for but reaction to fears about confused outcome.
And Labour MP for Heywood and Middleton, Liz McInnes, is gearing up for a 10km run in Manchester tomorrow.And Labour MP for Heywood and Middleton, Liz McInnes, is gearing up for a 10km run in Manchester tomorrow.
I'm running the #Manchester10k tomorrow to raise money for Langley's Angel Project Cafe. Pledges of cash welcome! pic.twitter.com/ZOejqoRxKnI'm running the #Manchester10k tomorrow to raise money for Langley's Angel Project Cafe. Pledges of cash welcome! pic.twitter.com/ZOejqoRxKn
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Lunchtime summaryLunchtime summary
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The SNP aren’t the only ones straight back into politics after the election. A group of campaigners gathered outside Downing Street today to campaign for the introduction of a bill to stop tax dodging.The SNP aren’t the only ones straight back into politics after the election. A group of campaigners gathered outside Downing Street today to campaign for the introduction of a bill to stop tax dodging.
Updated at 1.30pm BSTUpdated at 1.30pm BST
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This map of second-place general election results from parliamentary service Dods is generating a lot of interest on Twitter.This map of second-place general election results from parliamentary service Dods is generating a lot of interest on Twitter.
It certainly underlines the surge in support for Ukip in England.It certainly underlines the surge in support for Ukip in England.
Which parties came second across the country? Contact @dodspeople for more info on the data behind this map. #GE2015 pic.twitter.com/x4blaO9ZlxWhich parties came second across the country? Contact @dodspeople for more info on the data behind this map. #GE2015 pic.twitter.com/x4blaO9Zlx
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Miliband poses for family portrait outside homeMiliband poses for family portrait outside home
Defeated former Labour leader Ed Miliband has appeared with his family outside their home in London.Defeated former Labour leader Ed Miliband has appeared with his family outside their home in London.
Apparently in high spirits after resigning from the party’s top post yesterday, Miliband appeared with his wife, Justine, and children, Daniel and Samuel.Apparently in high spirits after resigning from the party’s top post yesterday, Miliband appeared with his wife, Justine, and children, Daniel and Samuel.
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How is the devastating Labour defeat being explained? The Spectator’s Ian Leslie has listed 10 “delusions” to watch out for. Among them:How is the devastating Labour defeat being explained? The Spectator’s Ian Leslie has listed 10 “delusions” to watch out for. Among them:
No leftwing account of this defeat will be complete without a reference to the Tory press (bonus drink for “Murdoch-controlled”) and its supposed inexorable hold over the political psyche of the nation.No leftwing account of this defeat will be complete without a reference to the Tory press (bonus drink for “Murdoch-controlled”) and its supposed inexorable hold over the political psyche of the nation.
Labour saw a net gain of one seat from the Tories in England. One. Seat. One seat, in an election where everything favoured them.Labour saw a net gain of one seat from the Tories in England. One. Seat. One seat, in an election where everything favoured them.
People who cling to this reason are committing the very sin of which they accuse the voters and media. Labour lost (mainly) because of the message, not the messenger.People who cling to this reason are committing the very sin of which they accuse the voters and media. Labour lost (mainly) because of the message, not the messenger.
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The Telegraph commentator Dan Hodges wins the award for the most prescient political journalist with this eerily accurate Tweet sent the day before the election campaign officially launched.The Telegraph commentator Dan Hodges wins the award for the most prescient political journalist with this eerily accurate Tweet sent the day before the election campaign officially launched.
Week 1 Labour "hits ground running". WK2 Labour "has momentum". WK3 "Tories "in crisis". WK4 Tories "nearly out of time". WK5 "Tories win".Week 1 Labour "hits ground running". WK2 Labour "has momentum". WK3 "Tories "in crisis". WK4 Tories "nearly out of time". WK5 "Tories win".
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The race for the Labour leadership has begun as David Lammy, a former minister under Tony Blair and Gordon Brown, becomes the first MP to publicly express interest in the role.The race for the Labour leadership has begun as David Lammy, a former minister under Tony Blair and Gordon Brown, becomes the first MP to publicly express interest in the role.
My colleague David Feeney writes:My colleague David Feeney writes:
Lammy, 42, who has represented Tottenham since 2000, is already standing to be the party’s candidate for London mayor in next year’s election.Lammy, 42, who has represented Tottenham since 2000, is already standing to be the party’s candidate for London mayor in next year’s election.
But he told the BBC today that “for people like me it’s absolutely time to step up into a leadership role”.But he told the BBC today that “for people like me it’s absolutely time to step up into a leadership role”.
“Now, I have been thinking very, very carefully and indicating that I want to seek the Labour nomination for London mayor. But actually, putting together that team, now that we have a proper race to lead the party, of course, me and others are looking very carefully at who is the best leader and if colleagues come to me over the coming days and say ‘look, David, why don’t you put your [hat in]’ I will look at it.”“Now, I have been thinking very, very carefully and indicating that I want to seek the Labour nomination for London mayor. But actually, putting together that team, now that we have a proper race to lead the party, of course, me and others are looking very carefully at who is the best leader and if colleagues come to me over the coming days and say ‘look, David, why don’t you put your [hat in]’ I will look at it.”
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Guardian live: election results special - video highlightsGuardian live: election results special - video highlights
Hosted by Jonathan Freedland, with a rotating panel featuring Polly Toynbee, Hugh Muir and Owen Jones, Guardian political analysts take stock after a dramatic day for British politics.Hosted by Jonathan Freedland, with a rotating panel featuring Polly Toynbee, Hugh Muir and Owen Jones, Guardian political analysts take stock after a dramatic day for British politics.
Updated at 12.48pm BSTUpdated at 12.48pm BST
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While we’re looking at Scotland, it’s worth reading this Guardian comment piece by Timothy Garton Ash arguing the case for building a federal state in the UK.While we’re looking at Scotland, it’s worth reading this Guardian comment piece by Timothy Garton Ash arguing the case for building a federal state in the UK.
He writes:He writes:
So now we need a Federal Kingdom of Britain. Otherwise this most dramatic British election result could mark the beginning of the end of Britain, and of Britain in the EU.So now we need a Federal Kingdom of Britain. Otherwise this most dramatic British election result could mark the beginning of the end of Britain, and of Britain in the EU.
With leftwing Scottish nationalists sweeping the board north of Hadrian’s Wall while rightwing Eurosceptic Conservatives form the British government only because they triumphed in England, the two largest parts of our increasingly disunited United Kingdom – England and Scotland – are doomed to discord.With leftwing Scottish nationalists sweeping the board north of Hadrian’s Wall while rightwing Eurosceptic Conservatives form the British government only because they triumphed in England, the two largest parts of our increasingly disunited United Kingdom – England and Scotland – are doomed to discord.
Meanwhile, millions of Green, Liberal Democrat and Ukip voters wake up to find that because of Britain’s unfair election system their own individual votes counted for nothing.Meanwhile, millions of Green, Liberal Democrat and Ukip voters wake up to find that because of Britain’s unfair election system their own individual votes counted for nothing.
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Things go from bad to worse for the poor Lib Dems...Things go from bad to worse for the poor Lib Dems...
All Lib Dem MPs now fit in a tweet: Brake, Carmichael, Clegg, Farron, Lamb, Mulholland, Pugh, Williams.All Lib Dem MPs now fit in a tweet: Brake, Carmichael, Clegg, Farron, Lamb, Mulholland, Pugh, Williams.
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Sturgeon keeps up pressure on Cameron - verdictSturgeon keeps up pressure on Cameron - verdict
It’s as if Cameron was trying to have what he believes is a well-earned lie-in and Sturgeon has burst into his bedroom to open the curtains. Scotland’s first minister will not let up.It’s as if Cameron was trying to have what he believes is a well-earned lie-in and Sturgeon has burst into his bedroom to open the curtains. Scotland’s first minister will not let up.
As Tory top-brass appeared to be taking a day off after weeks of relentless campaigning culminated in that most unexpected of victories, the SNP was back out, bright-eyed and in force, as all 56 of its newly elected MPs appeared on banks of the Firth of Forth.As Tory top-brass appeared to be taking a day off after weeks of relentless campaigning culminated in that most unexpected of victories, the SNP was back out, bright-eyed and in force, as all 56 of its newly elected MPs appeared on banks of the Firth of Forth.
Joining them was their leader Nicola Sturgeon determined to squeeze out as much mileage as she can from her party’s landslide triumph in Scotland. With the grand Forth Rail Bridge providing a fitting and dramatic backdrop of Scottish supremacy, it was one of the more effective photo-ops seen in recent weeks. Here are Sturgeon’s key messages:Joining them was their leader Nicola Sturgeon determined to squeeze out as much mileage as she can from her party’s landslide triumph in Scotland. With the grand Forth Rail Bridge providing a fitting and dramatic backdrop of Scottish supremacy, it was one of the more effective photo-ops seen in recent weeks. Here are Sturgeon’s key messages:
Listen up WestminsterListen up Westminster
Our message to Westminster is simple, our message to the politicians of the other parties at Westminster is this one: no longer will Scotland be sidelined or ignored in Westminster. Our voice will be heard. Our interests will be protected.Our message to Westminster is simple, our message to the politicians of the other parties at Westminster is this one: no longer will Scotland be sidelined or ignored in Westminster. Our voice will be heard. Our interests will be protected.
SNP win was historicSNP win was historic
Scotland has given the SNP a mandate on a scale unprecedented for any political party, not just in Scotland but right across the UK.Scotland has given the SNP a mandate on a scale unprecedented for any political party, not just in Scotland but right across the UK.
Austerity is in the SNP’s sightsAusterity is in the SNP’s sights
Let us be very clear, the people of Scotland on Thursday voted for an SNP manifesto which had ending austerity as its number one priority, and that is the priority that these men and women will now take to the very heart of the Westminster agenda.Let us be very clear, the people of Scotland on Thursday voted for an SNP manifesto which had ending austerity as its number one priority, and that is the priority that these men and women will now take to the very heart of the Westminster agenda.
Politics won’t be the samePolitics won’t be the same
After Thursday, and as I told the prime minister when I spoke to him yesterday, it simply cannot be, and it will not be business as usual when it comes to Westminster’s dealing with Scotland.After Thursday, and as I told the prime minister when I spoke to him yesterday, it simply cannot be, and it will not be business as usual when it comes to Westminster’s dealing with Scotland.
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Just pulling away from Scotland to flag this Facebook post from David Cameron. The prime minister rehashes his No 10 doorstep speech, thanks Tory supporters and urges others to join the party.Just pulling away from Scotland to flag this Facebook post from David Cameron. The prime minister rehashes his No 10 doorstep speech, thanks Tory supporters and urges others to join the party.
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How NicolaSturgeon wins: makes the popular vote natural, urging girls on stage with her 56 new @theSNP MPs #selfie pic.twitter.com/UdhRjAtcS8How NicolaSturgeon wins: makes the popular vote natural, urging girls on stage with her 56 new @theSNP MPs #selfie pic.twitter.com/UdhRjAtcS8
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Staying with the SNP, Alex Salmond is yet to step foot in the House of Commons after his election victory in the Gordon constituency - but he’s already provoking his Tory rivals.Staying with the SNP, Alex Salmond is yet to step foot in the House of Commons after his election victory in the Gordon constituency - but he’s already provoking his Tory rivals.
In an interview with Sky News, the former SNP leader claimed the Conservatives’ majority would erode. He told the news channel:In an interview with Sky News, the former SNP leader claimed the Conservatives’ majority would erode. He told the news channel:
Although the Tories have an absolute majority now, that’s going to erode and change within - well, not even within years, I suspect within months … I don’t think the ground is secure under Mr Cameron’s feet.Although the Tories have an absolute majority now, that’s going to erode and change within - well, not even within years, I suspect within months … I don’t think the ground is secure under Mr Cameron’s feet.
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Sturgeon has promised SNP voters she won’t let them down, as she appeared with all 56 of her party’s newly elected MPs.Sturgeon has promised SNP voters she won’t let them down, as she appeared with all 56 of her party’s newly elected MPs.
Here are a few tweets about her appearance in South Queensferry.Here are a few tweets about her appearance in South Queensferry.
"I am proud to introduce the 56 men and women elected to represent Scotland for the SNP" says @NicolaSturgeon #GE15 pic.twitter.com/BCUkhEDoEQ"I am proud to introduce the 56 men and women elected to represent Scotland for the SNP" says @NicolaSturgeon #GE15 pic.twitter.com/BCUkhEDoEQ
.@NicolaSturgeon at South Queensferry pic.twitter.com/fyOL8nmcFl.@NicolaSturgeon at South Queensferry pic.twitter.com/fyOL8nmcFl
Incredible pictures from South Queensferry as Nicola Sturgeon greets all 56 #SNP MPs. Commons is going to be a very different place GE2015Incredible pictures from South Queensferry as Nicola Sturgeon greets all 56 #SNP MPs. Commons is going to be a very different place GE2015
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Sturgeon has warned Cameron it will not be “business as usual” in Westminster, as she appeared alongside her army of newly elected MPs.Sturgeon has warned Cameron it will not be “business as usual” in Westminster, as she appeared alongside her army of newly elected MPs.
She said:She said:
It simply cannot be and will not be business as usual when it comes to Westminster’s dealing with Scotland. Scotland this week spoke more loudly and more clearly than even before. My message to Westminster is this: Scotland’s voice will be heard in Westminster more loudly than it ever has before.It simply cannot be and will not be business as usual when it comes to Westminster’s dealing with Scotland. Scotland this week spoke more loudly and more clearly than even before. My message to Westminster is this: Scotland’s voice will be heard in Westminster more loudly than it ever has before.
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Sturgeon joins parade of new Scottish National party MPsSturgeon joins parade of new Scottish National party MPs
Jamie Grierson
The SNP leader, Nicola Sturgeon, has appeared with her party’s new army of MPs after yesterday’s landslide victory for the nationalists.The SNP leader, Nicola Sturgeon, has appeared with her party’s new army of MPs after yesterday’s landslide victory for the nationalists.
The SNP won all but three of Scotland’s 59 general election seats, and is now the third largest party in the House of Commons.The SNP won all but three of Scotland’s 59 general election seats, and is now the third largest party in the House of Commons.
Appearing in South Queensferry with a dramatic Forth Bridge backdrop, flanked by all the party’s MPs who were elected on Thursday, she said:Appearing in South Queensferry with a dramatic Forth Bridge backdrop, flanked by all the party’s MPs who were elected on Thursday, she said:
Our pledge is that these 56 SNP MPs will represent the interests of all of Scotland. We will represent in Westminster just as we do in the Scottish parliament.Our pledge is that these 56 SNP MPs will represent the interests of all of Scotland. We will represent in Westminster just as we do in the Scottish parliament.
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Jamie Grierson
Carswell rules himself out as Ukip leaderCarswell rules himself out as Ukip leader
Ukip’s only sitting MP has ruled himself out of the race to be the party’s next leader.Ukip’s only sitting MP has ruled himself out of the race to be the party’s next leader.
Douglas Carswell, who held his Clacton seat on a reduced majority, told The Times (read here - paywall) would not seek to fill the post vacated by Nigel Farage, who announced his resignation after losing out in South Thanet.Douglas Carswell, who held his Clacton seat on a reduced majority, told The Times (read here - paywall) would not seek to fill the post vacated by Nigel Farage, who announced his resignation after losing out in South Thanet.
He told the newspaper:He told the newspaper:
I am not going to be running as leader.I am not going to be running as leader.
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Jamie Grierson
Former Labour home secretary Alan Johnson has said his party’s next leader should embrace Tony Blair’s success to make the party appeal to aspirational voters who no longer relate to it.Former Labour home secretary Alan Johnson has said his party’s next leader should embrace Tony Blair’s success to make the party appeal to aspirational voters who no longer relate to it.
He told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme:He told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme:
The issue of aspiration in people’s lives, we can no longer relate to them as a party of aspiration. And that was one of the big successes that won us three elections.The issue of aspiration in people’s lives, we can no longer relate to them as a party of aspiration. And that was one of the big successes that won us three elections.
Johnson criticised Labour’s strategy of talking down its 13 years in government under Blair and then Brown, and suggested the party must now embrace those years.Johnson criticised Labour’s strategy of talking down its 13 years in government under Blair and then Brown, and suggested the party must now embrace those years.
Asked whether Labour still had a problem with Blairites and Brownites arguing over the direction of the party, he said:Asked whether Labour still had a problem with Blairites and Brownites arguing over the direction of the party, he said:
I mean it’s an incredible thing now that I was part of a successful government that did really good things, but you’d think that Tony Blair had lost us three elections, not won us three elections, it’s almost de rigeur now not to mention his name.I mean it’s an incredible thing now that I was part of a successful government that did really good things, but you’d think that Tony Blair had lost us three elections, not won us three elections, it’s almost de rigeur now not to mention his name.
Johnson’s comments come after he wrote this brutally honest critique of where the Labour campaign went wrong for the Guardian.Johnson’s comments come after he wrote this brutally honest critique of where the Labour campaign went wrong for the Guardian.
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Further reaction from world leaders to Cameron’s win is coming in.Further reaction from world leaders to Cameron’s win is coming in.
A top adviser to the Iranian president called on Saturday for a more active British foreign policy in the Middle East after Prime Minister David Cameron’s upset election victory, according to news agency AFP.A top adviser to the Iranian president called on Saturday for a more active British foreign policy in the Middle East after Prime Minister David Cameron’s upset election victory, according to news agency AFP.
Hamid Aboutalebi’s remarks were the first significant reaction from a senior Iranian official to Cameron’s poll win.Hamid Aboutalebi’s remarks were the first significant reaction from a senior Iranian official to Cameron’s poll win.
Aboutalebi, President Hassan Rouhani’s deputy chief of staff for political affairs, complained that in the negotiations that led to a framework accord last month Britain had taken a back seat, and called for a more active role in the efforts under way to reach a full agreement by June 30.Aboutalebi, President Hassan Rouhani’s deputy chief of staff for political affairs, complained that in the negotiations that led to a framework accord last month Britain had taken a back seat, and called for a more active role in the efforts under way to reach a full agreement by June 30.
In a series of tweets, he said:In a series of tweets, he said:
British policy in the region and on the nuclear issue in recent years has been far from the capacities of that country and has been overshadowed by American policy.British policy in the region and on the nuclear issue in recent years has been far from the capacities of that country and has been overshadowed by American policy.
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There weren’t too many gaffes during the election campaign - but David Cameron’s “brain fade” as he appeared to forget which football team he supported was a cringeworthy treat.There weren’t too many gaffes during the election campaign - but David Cameron’s “brain fade” as he appeared to forget which football team he supported was a cringeworthy treat.
The Prime Minister, who had always maintained he was a fervent Aston Villa fan appeared to slip up when he said he supported West Ham United during a speech on the campaign trail.The Prime Minister, who had always maintained he was a fervent Aston Villa fan appeared to slip up when he said he supported West Ham United during a speech on the campaign trail.
And immaculate timing means the prime minister has a chance to cheer his two favourite football teams as they clash today at Villa Park at 3pm.And immaculate timing means the prime minister has a chance to cheer his two favourite football teams as they clash today at Villa Park at 3pm.
Twitter users were quick to remind the Tory leader of his embarrassing stumble.Twitter users were quick to remind the Tory leader of his embarrassing stumble.
A good week for David Cameron could get even better whoever wins as Villa take on West Ham tomorrow. http://t.co/QywnMNAaCsA good week for David Cameron could get even better whoever wins as Villa take on West Ham tomorrow. http://t.co/QywnMNAaCs
Great day for David Cameron. I bet West Ham are delighted their man is back in the number 10 shirt @whufc_official #AVFCGreat day for David Cameron. I bet West Ham are delighted their man is back in the number 10 shirt @whufc_official #AVFC
David Cameron can celebrate his election victory tomorrow by going to see Aston Villa v West Ham. He can wear a half-and-half scarf. #GE2015David Cameron can celebrate his election victory tomorrow by going to see Aston Villa v West Ham. He can wear a half-and-half scarf. #GE2015
Here’s a clip of the awkward moment, if you can bear to watch it:Here’s a clip of the awkward moment, if you can bear to watch it:
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Alberto NardelliAlberto Nardelli
Many of us have been furiously dwelling on why or how the election polls got it so wrong. Thankfully, our data Editor Alberto Nardelli has been asking the same question. He writes:Many of us have been furiously dwelling on why or how the election polls got it so wrong. Thankfully, our data Editor Alberto Nardelli has been asking the same question. He writes:
Across the polls there appear to have been at least three errors:Across the polls there appear to have been at least three errors:
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Natalie Bennett has made it clear she is going nowhere.Natalie Bennett has made it clear she is going nowhere.
The Green Party leader, who finished third in Holborn and St Pancras, didn’t follow other leaders Ed Miliband, Nick Clegg and Nigel Farage in standing down after her party only managed to retain its one Westminster seat, that of Caroline Lucas in Brighton Pavilion.The Green Party leader, who finished third in Holborn and St Pancras, didn’t follow other leaders Ed Miliband, Nick Clegg and Nigel Farage in standing down after her party only managed to retain its one Westminster seat, that of Caroline Lucas in Brighton Pavilion.
The party won 1.1 million votes – up from 285,000 in 2010 – and finished second in four seats. Bennett told BBC Breakfast:The party won 1.1 million votes – up from 285,000 in 2010 – and finished second in four seats. Bennett told BBC Breakfast:
What we have done is very much establish ourselves as a national party as part of the national political force. So for us, we’ve had the first stage of the green surge and what I’m aiming to do from today onwards is build the second stage of the green surge.What we have done is very much establish ourselves as a national party as part of the national political force. So for us, we’ve had the first stage of the green surge and what I’m aiming to do from today onwards is build the second stage of the green surge.
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Morning summaryMorning summary
Jamie Grierson
Yes! It really happened! Good morning and welcome to the Guardian’s election aftermath blog, as we continue to digest and dissect yesterday’s remarkable events – a Tory majority win, an SNP landslide, a devastating defeat for Labour, a near-collapse for the Liberal Democrats and three party-leader resignations. Phew.Yes! It really happened! Good morning and welcome to the Guardian’s election aftermath blog, as we continue to digest and dissect yesterday’s remarkable events – a Tory majority win, an SNP landslide, a devastating defeat for Labour, a near-collapse for the Liberal Democrats and three party-leader resignations. Phew.
I’m Jamie Grierson, kicking off the blog today and steering you through Saturday’s twists and turns. I’m on Twitter @JamieGrierson, so get in touch with anything you find interesting and please do comment below the line.I’m Jamie Grierson, kicking off the blog today and steering you through Saturday’s twists and turns. I’m on Twitter @JamieGrierson, so get in touch with anything you find interesting and please do comment below the line.
The big pictureThe big picture
Scotland’s first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, will meet the SNP’s new army of MPs this morning as speculation mounts over how her emboldened party will harness its new-found power in Westminster. With the nationalists taking 56 of the 59 Scottish seats on huge swings from Labour in its former heartland, the prime minister is likely to face immediate pressure to draw up a plan to save the union. Speculation is mounting over whether Cameron is considering offering the SNP full fiscal autonomy for Scotland after alluding to greater taxation powers in his victory speech outside No 10.Scotland’s first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, will meet the SNP’s new army of MPs this morning as speculation mounts over how her emboldened party will harness its new-found power in Westminster. With the nationalists taking 56 of the 59 Scottish seats on huge swings from Labour in its former heartland, the prime minister is likely to face immediate pressure to draw up a plan to save the union. Speculation is mounting over whether Cameron is considering offering the SNP full fiscal autonomy for Scotland after alluding to greater taxation powers in his victory speech outside No 10.
What else can we expect from today?What else can we expect from today?
The extent to which the Tories will implement their manifesto pledges will be subject to much debate. There is an argument that the Conservatives may have not expected to implement many of their promises in the face of such convincing polls suggesting they would not achieve a majority. But they did and now journalists and political commentators are revisiting those key commitments oft-repeated throughout the campaign. Scrapping the human rights act, an in-out referendum on EU membership and, of course, spending cuts were all on the table. My colleague Alan Travis has a great summary here.The extent to which the Tories will implement their manifesto pledges will be subject to much debate. There is an argument that the Conservatives may have not expected to implement many of their promises in the face of such convincing polls suggesting they would not achieve a majority. But they did and now journalists and political commentators are revisiting those key commitments oft-repeated throughout the campaign. Scrapping the human rights act, an in-out referendum on EU membership and, of course, spending cuts were all on the table. My colleague Alan Travis has a great summary here.
After returning fewer seats than Gordon Brown’s administration in 2010, the Labour party has much soul-searching to do. It also needs a new leader after Ed Miliband bowed down yesterday. Rumours are flying around as to who will put themselves forward. David Lammy told BBC Breakfast this morning he would consider putting himself forward. Andy Burnham, Chuka Umunna, Yvette Cooper and Dan Jarvis are also thought to be contenders. We’ll post any developments on the blog as and when they come in.After returning fewer seats than Gordon Brown’s administration in 2010, the Labour party has much soul-searching to do. It also needs a new leader after Ed Miliband bowed down yesterday. Rumours are flying around as to who will put themselves forward. David Lammy told BBC Breakfast this morning he would consider putting himself forward. Andy Burnham, Chuka Umunna, Yvette Cooper and Dan Jarvis are also thought to be contenders. We’ll post any developments on the blog as and when they come in.
It isn’t just Labour facing a leadership contest, the decimated Liberal Democrats need someone take up Nick Clegg’s mantle after the Sheffield Hallam MP stepped down. One of the party’s few remaining MPs - Gregg Mulholland - says the next Liberal Democrat leader must be someone who defied Nick Clegg over student fees in an apparent endorsement of Tim Farron. And, of course, Nigel Farage resigned or rather announced he was going on holiday.It isn’t just Labour facing a leadership contest, the decimated Liberal Democrats need someone take up Nick Clegg’s mantle after the Sheffield Hallam MP stepped down. One of the party’s few remaining MPs - Gregg Mulholland - says the next Liberal Democrat leader must be someone who defied Nick Clegg over student fees in an apparent endorsement of Tim Farron. And, of course, Nigel Farage resigned or rather announced he was going on holiday.
Election round-upElection round-up
Today’s readingToday’s reading
Behold, Westminster after an all-nighter, with the patch of grass known as College Green full of politicos lurching terrifyingly towards the cameras in search of a bite. Think of it as Lawn of the Dead.Behold, Westminster after an all-nighter, with the patch of grass known as College Green full of politicos lurching terrifyingly towards the cameras in search of a bite. Think of it as Lawn of the Dead.
There, among the mobile studios and microphones, politicians and producers come together in an orgy of feeding. Bits of this tented corner of Westminster resemble a field hospital, which, in a sense, they are.There, among the mobile studios and microphones, politicians and producers come together in an orgy of feeding. Bits of this tented corner of Westminster resemble a field hospital, which, in a sense, they are.
Of those elected, some have parliamentary experience, the existing six and former leader Alex Salmond, who has been elected as member for Gordon in Aberdeenshire. Then you have got a group of just under 20 councillors, including Highland Council leader Drew Hendry. Their arrival will trigger a series of by-elections across Scotland.Of those elected, some have parliamentary experience, the existing six and former leader Alex Salmond, who has been elected as member for Gordon in Aberdeenshire. Then you have got a group of just under 20 councillors, including Highland Council leader Drew Hendry. Their arrival will trigger a series of by-elections across Scotland.
The rest are a combination of longstanding party members and activists, many of who cut their teeth in the referendum campaign and have not been heavily involved in party politics.The rest are a combination of longstanding party members and activists, many of who cut their teeth in the referendum campaign and have not been heavily involved in party politics.
Here’s the front pages...Here’s the front pages...
The Guardian front page, Saturday 9 May 2015: And then there was one http://t.co/hN5prIR4QJ pic.twitter.com/PmP9I0RFOkThe Guardian front page, Saturday 9 May 2015: And then there was one http://t.co/hN5prIR4QJ pic.twitter.com/PmP9I0RFOk
THE TIMES: The 'sweetest victory' #tomorrowspaperstoday #BBCPapers pic.twitter.com/zlJTbOEpTFTHE TIMES: The 'sweetest victory' #tomorrowspaperstoday #BBCPapers pic.twitter.com/zlJTbOEpTF
THE SUN: Awkward! #tomorrowspaperstoday #BBCPapers pic.twitter.com/erCaMcVLKyTHE SUN: Awkward! #tomorrowspaperstoday #BBCPapers pic.twitter.com/erCaMcVLKy
TELEGRAPH: The Chosen One #tomorrowspaperstoday #BBCPapers pic.twitter.com/IV2nya9lWxTELEGRAPH: The Chosen One #tomorrowspaperstoday #BBCPapers pic.twitter.com/IV2nya9lWx
DAILY MAIL: This was your victory #tomorrowspaperstoday #BBCPapers pic.twitter.com/G8oTh49ypwDAILY MAIL: This was your victory #tomorrowspaperstoday #BBCPapers pic.twitter.com/G8oTh49ypw
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