Returning officer, Steve Rumbelow draws the Labour candidate's name after lots are cast between Labour and BNP.

BNP candidate, Peter Rowe, who lost his election to Labour candidate, Paul Reynolds after a controversial drawing of lots by returning officer Steve Rumbelow.

Labour candidate, Paul Reynolds wins his seat after a controversial drawing of lots by returning officer Steve Rumbelow, following a draw with BNP candidate, Peter Rowe. L-R: Peter Thorne; Stuart Caddy; Paul Reynolds; Brian Parkinson.

Labour candidate, Paul Reynolds who won his seat after a controversial drawing of lots by returning officer Steve Rumbelow, following a draw with BNP candidate, Peter Rowe.

Wajid Khan celebrates winning his Daneshouse & Stoneyholme seat for Labour.

Disappointed England First candidate, Simon Bennett, who was standing for Queensgate.

Lanehead's Lib Dem Councillor, Martin Smith celebrates his seat with Ghislane Smith.

Labour candidate, Paul Reynolds wins his seat after a controversial drawing of lots by returning officer Steve Rumbelow, following a draw with BNP candidate, Peter Rowe.