The SNP tonight won the Hillhead byelection in Glasgow.

Newly elected Cllr Ken Andrew won the seat after increasing the SNP share of the vote by 10 points.

The SNP won with 44% of the vote having received 32% of the vote on first preferences - a 4percent swing from Labour.

The Lib Dems fell by 11% coming 5th behind the Greens and Tories.

Cllr Ken Andrew elected for the SNP

The Glasgow SNP Group this evening welcomed new member, Councillor Ken Andrew, following his election in the Hillhead ward by election. The by election was called following the death of SNP Councillor George Roberts, who was first elected to the Council in 2007.

Speaking after the result was announced, Councillor Ken Andrew said: "I am delighted, and proud, to have been elected to represent the people of Hillhead.  After the tragic death of George Roberts I know that I have big boots to fill, but it is a challenge I am looking forward to.

In May's Scottish Parliament election, people across Glasgow put their trust in the SNP – many for the first time – and we’re working hard to repay that trust.

Thanks to the SNP’s Council Tax freeze, the average household in Hillhead has saved over £300, and we’ve guaranteed to keep the freeze for the next four years.

We’ve put record numbers of police on the streets, leading to record low levels of crime; we’ve abolished prescription charges and restored free education at university.

And we’re investing in Glasgow – including the new Southern General Hospital and upgrades to the city’s subway. Work on Hillhead station has already begun.

SNP councillors across Glasgow are working hard for the communities they represent. The more SNP councillors we elect, the stronger our city will be.

With your support, Ken Andrew, will join the SNP’s winning team and make sure your voice is heard in the City Chambers.

Elect a local champion – vote for Ken Andrew, your SNP candidate for Hillhead. Polls close at 10pm.

By-election candidate Ken Andrew campaigns with local MSP Sandra White, Depute First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, and Leader of the Opposition on Glasgow City Council Cllr Allison Hunter.