British Labour Party routed in local government elections

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British Labour Party routed in local government elections

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/politics/7372860.stm
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Gordon Brown says it has been a "bad" and "disappointing" night for Labour, as the party suffers its worst local election results in at least 40 years.

BBC research suggests Labour won 24% of votes cast in England and Wales, behind the Tories on 44% and Lib Dems on 25%.

So far Labour has lost more than 160 seats with the Tories gaining 149.

Mr Brown insists his party will learn lessons, reflect and move forward. David Cameron called it a "big moment" for the Conservative Party.
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