The Labour Party’s statement:

The real story - lies, manipulated video & harassment of an innocent person for naked political ends.

There’s no place for this behaviour in our political discourse & those behind it should face the full force of the law.

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🌹at the Birmingham ICC eagerly waiting for the formal declaration of Richard Parker for West Mids Mayor 🌹 elected as Mayor of the West Midlands.

It’s time to turn the page on Tory decline and usher in a decade of national renewal with Labour.

HUGE NEWS!!💥

We've seen enough. Sadiq Khan has been elected to a historic third term as Mayor of London.

From Free School Meals to freezing TFL fares - Sadiq has been an incredible mayor for the people of London.

We're looking forward to another four years! 🫡🌹

looks like Sandwell vote carried Richard Parker across the line

HUGE NEWS! 💥

Richard Parker for West Mids Mayor 🌹 has been elected as West Midlands mayor - defeating Tory incumbent Andy Street!

What a result! 🎉🎉

What an incredible result for Richard Parker now the new Labour🌹West Midlands Mayor - absolutely wonderful news 🎉

Wow!!! First time ever that Labour has been in this place in Southend. Labour winning in our coastal towns and cities.