Pendle council remains hung
Pendle Council in Lancashire remains hung with no party in overall control. Labour gained two seats to tie at 18 each with the conservatives. Control of the council is subject to negotiations. The Lib Dems took 12 seats the BNP took 1.
Local Elections - at a glance
Has your council changed hands? Here's a rundown of how the boroughs stand after the Local Elections.
Labour strengthen hold across Merseyside
Labour have managed to strengthen their hold across Merseyside by taking control of three of the region's councils.
Conservatives lose Chorley
Labour has taken control of Chorley council from a Conservative - Lib Dem coalition after a victorious night for the party nationally.