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David Cameron unveils first all-Tory Cabinet in 18 years

David Cameron - the first Conservative leader to win an outright majority for 23 years - named his ministerial team.

Sajid Javid took the job of Business Secretary and Boris Johnson was handed a non-ministerial role while he remains Mayor of London.

A number of female MPs, including Priti Patel and Amber Rudd, were also promoted to leading positions.

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Result: Conservative hold Thurrock after recount

The Conservatives have held on to their seat in Thurrock after a recount, with fewer than 1,000 votes between the top three parties.

Ukip came in third with 15,718 votes, despite increasing its share by 24.3 per cent.

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