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Jackson Carlaw speaks with the media following the announcement that he is the new leader of the Scottish Conservatives.

Jackson Carlaw is named as new Scottish Conservative leader

Jackson Carlaw is the new leader of the Scottish Conservatives.

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The result of the leadership election was confirmed at a meeting in Edinburgh this morning.

Mr Carlaw had taken on the role of interim leader after Ruth Davidson stood down last year, and was the firm favourite to beat challenger Michell Ballantyne.

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Michelle Ballantyne congratulates Jackson Carlaw as it is announced that he is the new leader of the Scottish Conservatives.

Mr Carlaw received the backing of 4917 party members, easily beating Ms Ballantyne’s tally of 1581.

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