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Vote counting begins in London mayoral race


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Election officials have begun counting the London mayoral votes and the result is widely expected to rely on second choice ballots.

The Tories are hoping that bookies-favourite Boris Johnson can secure victory and oust Ken Livingstone, 'sealing the deal' on the May Day local elections that saw Labour suffer their worst election result in 40 years.

Analysts suggest an increase in voter turnout could give Ken Livingstone a chance to retain office though the Guardian reports that Labour is talking down the chances of a Livingstone win. According to the paper, Harriet Harman, Labour's deputy leader, strongly hinted that she expects Johnson to be declared mayor when the results are announced, probably late this afternoon.

(This post will be updated as news and results come in. Last update: 12:25pm BST)
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2 responses // Vote counting begins in London mayoral race



  • I feel pretty awful (but not that bad) that as a London resident I didn't vote. I have to say I found the run up to the vote a bit of a sham, which I guess put me off registering to vote. It seems likely that either one of the clown's is going to get either get in or stay in(i.e. Boris or Ken).

    Either way I am quite keen to see Boris up fro Mayor, mainly due to being fed up of the transport situation in London, and I think it is about time someone else gave it a go. Even if he is a Tory and has funny hair.
    swizzylions
  • http://current.com/items/88930101_boris_looking_like_a_...
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    Boris is looking like a winner in London mayoral elections
    joshuaheller

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