Jeremy Corbyn has pledged to “wipe the slate clean” after winning a convincing victory in Labour’s bitter leadership battle, securing 62% of the vote. Labour leadership election result: Corbyn appeals for unity - Politics live Read moreSpeaking after the result was declared in Liverpool, Corbyn thanked his rival, Owen Smith, and urged the “Labour family” to unite after the summer-long contest. Corbyn secured 61.8% of the vote while Smith obtained 38.2%. The victory strengthens his hold on a party that has expanded dramatically since the 2015 general election and now has more than half a million members. Corbyn won a majority over Smith in every category – members, registered supporters and trades union affiliates.

Source: The Guardian September 24, 2016 10:50 UTC