Lynne Featherstone

Haringey Liberal Democrats are today celebrating their fifth successive landslide by-election win since 2004 with last night’s election of the hardworking campaigner Nigel Scott as Alexandra’s newest councillor.

In the hard-fought by-election, Nigel scored an emphatic victory taking 50 percent of the popular vote, almost twice as many as second-placed Labour.

The Conservatives finished third, and remain without a single seat on Haringey Council.

Commenting, Nigel Scott said:

“I am honoured to be elected to serve the people of Alexandra ward. I would like to thank everyone who voted and made democracy happen yesterday.

“It has been a genuine pleasure meeting so many residents over the campaign. However, on the doorstep one message was clear: local people feel that all too often they get overlooked by Haringey Council when it comes to investment and services.I will fight to make sure local residents get their fair share.”

Councillor Robert Gorrie, Leader of Haringey Liberal Democrats added:

“Nigel is a fantastic addition to our team. His decisive win is another clear step towards achieving our target of winning the council in just over 18 months.

“Labour will very worried that, even after throwing the kitchen sink at the campaign, this is the best they could muster.”

Local Liberal Democrat MP, Lynne Featherstone also commented:

“I am delighted to have Nigel on the team. It is fantastic to have the Liberal Democrat commitment to working all year round rewarded by the voters.I look forward to working with him on behalf of Alexandra ward’s residents.”