Would you take Tory top job? Boris' definitive answer
Boris Johnson said he would "definitively, categorically, emphatically" turn down the job of Prime Minister if it was offered to him.
Having won a second term Boris faces a stiff test
So what challenges await the man tipped by many to one challenge for the leadership of the Tory party?
A look back on the political life of Ken Livingstone
With defeat at the polls Ken Livingstone, a colourful political figure for over 40 years, has stepped down.
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May: Fantastic result for London
Home Secretary Theresa May said "the greatest city in the world has re-elected a Conservative Mayor in Boris Johnson and I think it's a fantastic result for London".
Boris win a 'historic result'
– Conservative Party co-chairman Baroness WarsiThis is an historic result. The greatest city in the world has re-elected a Conservative mayor.
Boris Johnson's re-election is a testament to the way he has connected with Londoners; to his modern, inclusive approach; and his clear vision for a safer, greener, more prosperous London.
In the coming weeks and months the eyes of the world will be upon the capital, as we host the Olympic and Paralympic Games and we are at the centre of celebrations for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. In Boris, London has a mayor with the authority, presence and charisma to represent this great city on the world stage.
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The morning after the night before - congratulations to Boris
Waking up to news that London backed Boris. Well done @mayoroflondon
From @theresecoffey on Twitter:Meanwhile, Boris, you are an absolute legend #BackBoris
From @LouiseMensch on Twitter:Arnold Schwarzenegger congratulates Boris Johnson
Congratulations, @mayoroflondon! I look forward to seeing you again soon.
From @Schwarzenegger on Twitter:The London Mayoral elections in the papers
The majority of the newspaper's first editions missed the election result.
Here's how they're covering it online.
The Daily Telegraph - Boris re-elected as London Mayor
The Times - Johnson edges win to relieve Tory gloom (£)
The Guardian - Boris Johnson wins London mayoral election
The Independent - Boris Johnson passes the winning post - but it was no easy ride to victory
The Daily Mail - Cameron faces coalition civil war as Boris' triumph is overshadowed by local election battering
The Daily Express - Johnson pips Livingstone in capital
The Sun - Boris bucks trend to win London mayoral race for Tories
The Star - Johnson pips Livingstone in capital
Having won a second term Boris faces a stiff test
So what challenges await the man tipped by many to one challenge for the leadership of the Tory party?
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Tessa Jowell: Ken's bowing out is 'the end of an era'
Shadow olympics minister Tessa Jowell, chair of Mr Livingstone's campaign, says London is a better place for Ken's influence on the capital.
Tributes paid to Ken Livingstone
The London School of Economics' political analyst Tony Travers says Ken's contribution to politics will be long remembered.
Conservative Party hails new Tory London Mayor
This is an historic result. The greatest city in the world has re-elected a Conservative mayor.
Boris Johnson's re-election is a testament to the way he has connected with Londoners; to his modern, inclusive approach; and his clear vision for a safer, greener, more prosperous London.
In the coming weeks and months the eyes of the world will be upon the capital, as we host the Olympic and Paralympic Games and we are at the centre of celebrations for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. In Boris, London has a mayor with the authority, presence and charisma to represent this great city on the world stage.
– Conservative Party co-chairman Baroness WarsiBoris, and the countless volunteers who gave their time and support to this campaign, can be immensely proud of what has been achieved.This is a victory for the Conservatives, a victory for a mayor who has devoted the last four years of his life to this city and, above all, a victory for London.
Reaction to Ken Livingstone's defeat
Len Duvall, the leader of the Labour group on the London Assembly, said he was "disappointed" at Mr Livingstone's defeat.
– Len Duvall AMLabour has made significant gains on the London Assembly, unseating some of Boris' key lieutenants and came close to removing two more.
The Labour group on the London Assembly will scrutinise the Mayor and highlight his failing policies and his total lack of vision for our great city. If he thinks he can coast along for the next four years he is in for a rude awakening.
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