Paul Nuttall has been announced as the new leader of Ukip.
The former deputy leader won 62.6% of the vote, beating Suzanne Evans and John Rees-Evans.
The leadership contest had been triggered when Diane James gave up the leadership last month, just 18 days after being elected to replace Nigel Farage.
New Ukip leader Paul Nuttall said his election is the start of a new era for the party.
In his acceptance speech, the former deputy leader told supporters: "This is day zero, it's a new beginning.
"I have been there every step of the way. I have not just talked the talk, I've walked the walk.
"I will finish by saying; Ukip's future is bright, but for it to be so, Ukip must unite.
"And today's result has ensured that it will. There's a lot to do ladies and gentlemen, my friends, my colleagues, my brothers and sisters in Ukip.
"Let's get out there and let's get cracking!"
The new leader of Ukip told ITV News that "millions of people from the Middle East and North Africa" are making their way to the continent.
The youth footballer and former history lecturer's appointment comes four months after he said he had no plans to replace Nigel Farage.