BREAKING NEWS: The results are now in from 141 councils across the country.
The Conservatives have taken control of 13 authorities and have gained 337 seats.
Labour have lost control of five authorities and have lost 165 seats while the Libreal Democrats have gained one authority but lost 116 seats.
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