'Vote reflects deep divisions caused by Brexit'

Personalised campaign made May look weak and fragile, writes Susan O'Keeffe

Counting of votes in Sunderland in the British election. Pic: Getty
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - MAY 05: Electoral agents attend the Glasgow Count as counting of votes gets underway in the Scottish Local Government election at the Emirates Arena on May 5, 2017 in Glasgow, Scotland. The first results in Scotland are expected to be announced mid-morning. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

It became about the swing, from the very first seat – Newcastle, followed closely by Sunderland. Both are safe seats for Labour, won by ...