Boris Johnson, Dominic Raab, Iain Duncan Smith and Steve Baker could all be ousted by tactical voting campaigns.

A flood of donations from across the world, including £10,000 from model rail enthusiast Sir Rod Stewart.

Halting Brexit and bringing about a “real end to austerity” were among the “progressive policies” Ms Sturgeon would push for if there is a hung Parliament.

The broadcasting corporation has been accused of editing audience reactions to show them clapping rather than laughing.

Boris Johnson’s party is expected to take 47 per cent of the vote in the December election.

"If people can no longer be held accountable with the truth a politics built on evidence and rationality ends.”

“This election is all about the future and hope for young people in our society", he said.

He said patriotic voters in places like Hartlepool would vote for his party because of their view of Jeremy Corbyn.

Michael Smith, 30, admitted stealing two balaclavas which he wanted to wear while sleeping in the doorway of the Debenhams.