Both Swindon seats go from Conservative to Labour

After thanking residents in his speech, former Justice Secretary Robert Buckland said “our very political system is at a crossroads”.

He said: “We value those who work to come together and come into politics to do something rather than to be someone.

“Or do we shrug our shoulders and accept that politics is simply a circus where people compete for attention by saying things they either know are untrue or that raise hopes and expectations in a way that further erodes trust?

“I know which side I’m on and I know which choice I would make. I believe with sincere and fierce conviction that my party must also make the right choice if we are to inspire a new generation with a real promise of a better future.

“Thank you Swindon for giving me the opportunity of a lifetime to make a positive difference to our city and nation.”