Summary: Speaking before the result, Mr Davey said ‘many difficult issues’ posed a problem for the party Image: By Fran

Summary: Labour gained two extra seats, while the Lib Dems lost two. Image: By Tom Mulvihill and Naomi Agius The

Summary: The party lost all but four of the 63 seats available. Image: By Amani Hughes, Amy Martin and Jack

Summary: The party now have control after four years minority rule. Image: By Emma Griffin and Luke Baker Labour set

Summary: Results from the borough are set to be announced shortly. Image: By Amani Hughes and Amy Martin Stunning results

Summary: The Tories are expecting a heavy defeat in the borough. Image: By Amy Martin and Jack Miller The Conservatives

Summary: The Tories gained seats in key wards including Twickenham Riverside. Image: By Drew Nicol and Rachel Jenkins The Conservative Party

Summary: Merton Park Ward Independent Residents Party retained its three council seats. Image: By Luke Baker and Emma Griffin Newcomer

Summary: Labour gained eight seats while the Conservatives lost seven. Image: By Luke Baker and Emma Griffin Merton’s Labour councillors

Summary: New council leader Tony Newman said the borough now faced an exciting future. Image: By Jas Bahia, Rob Horgan

Summary: Labour Councillor Ben Coleman believes plans to turn some of the hospital into flats alienated voters. Image: By George