Saturday 7 May 2011

Aftermath of voting

'Resounding' victory for No to AV

'Senior political figures on the No campaign said the scale of the victory meant it was not simply a vote against AV but a firm endorsement by the public of the first-past-the-post system.'

http://news.uk.msn.com/uk/articles.aspx?cp-documentid=157335748

AV referendum: Dividing the spoils of a bitter war

'A debate that was often about the complexity of electoral systems ended in the simplest of results.'

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-13318667

LOCAL ELECTIONS: Tories romp to victory in North Kesteven stronghold

'THE Conservatives once again romped home to victory in North Kesteven, gaining two new councillors from the Independents.'

I would like to personally thank Councillors John Rose and George Chambers for all their hard work over the many years they have served our local area.  It is much appreciated.  I trust they will go on to enjoy a well-earned rest.

http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/news/Tories-romp-home-leader-pleasantly-surprised-result/article-3531147-detail/article.html

LOCAL ELECTIONS: Housing and transport top of Lincoln agenda, says Labour leader

'LABOUR are already looking at changing the city council's priorities after regaining control of city hall.'

http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/news/Change-priorities/article-3531146-detail/article.html
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