Thank you from Zuffar Haq

9.39.19pm BST (GMT +0100) Tue 11th May 2010

I would like to say thank you to everyone that supported our campaign or voted for me.

Both nationally and locally, the Liberal Democrats have advanced the cause for fair votes and fair taxes. Everyone who volunteered to help has worked extremely hard and showed that positive campaigning can work.

Across the UK, over half a million more people voted Liberal Democrat than in 2005. In Harborough, Oadby and Wigston, the Liberal Democrats recorded the highest number of votes for almost 20 years. It wasn't enough to beat the Conservatives this time and I would like to congratulate Edward Garnier on his victory.

The campaign has been a great experience for me. The Liberal Democrats will continue to speak up for our policies in Harborough, Oadby and Wigston.

The work starts now to win next time. If, like thousands of voters in our area, you believe that Harborough, Oadby and Wigston needs real change, now is the time to get involved. Please contact me or one of the team for more details.

Zuffar Haq