McCann family spokesman to stand as Conservative MP

Madeleine McCann's family spokesman, Clarence Mitchell, has announced that he has been selected to stand as an MP for the Conservatives at the next election.

Mr Mitchell, a former journalist, will be up against Britain's first Green MP Caroline Lucas in the Brighton Pavilion constituency at the next general election in 2015.

Mr Mitchell tweeted his delight at the news of his selection:

"Absolutely delighted to be selected by Brighton & Hove Conservatives tonight. Huge honour . The fight for Brighton Pavilion starts now."