Commenting on the local result in the European elections, East Lothian Conservative Group Leader, Councillor Michael Veitch said:
"This is a solid and hugely encouraging vote for the Conservatives in East Lothian, again demonstrating that politics in the county is a three-horse race following the well documented disappearance of the Liberal Democrats. The East Lothian Conservatives are snapping at the heels of the SNP, and puts us in a strong position to take the fight to Labour at next year's general election. I'm also delighted with our vote across Scotland, which is the highest number of votes for the Conservatives at a European election in 25 years.
"The local result will be a bitter blow for the SNP who appear be losing momentum at the worst possible moment. Stuart Currie must be feeling the pressure today."