The British Labour Party's had an awful night in UK elections - particularly in Scotland where they've lost 12 seats at Holyrood.

They also lost seats around councils in England - and they held two Westminster by-elections.

The SNP's declared victory in the Scottish Parliament elections - making it a third straight term in power.

The Conservatives are pushing to be the second biggest party.

Counting is yet to start this morning in the nothern assembly elections