Labour relief despite Tory gains
It was a mixed night for the main parties in the English local elections, while the far-right BNP picks up its first seats in nearly a decade.

Burnley takes stock of BNP victories
BBC News Online political reporter Mark Davies reports from Burnley on reaction to BNP's electoral success in the town.

Surprises for Labour in London
The main parties all claim some success in London while independents take Elmbridge in Surrey.

Crime dominates polls race
Tony Blair puts fighting crime at the core of his local election message as Conservatives and Lib Dems attack Labour's time in power.