WATCH: Ed Davey launches Liberal Democrats local election campaign - 'This is a two horse race!'

Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey launched his party's local election campaign this morning with a theatrical stunt.

Davey was seen 'riding' a hobby horse around a miniature showjumping course.

In his campaign message, Davey framed the upcoming local elections as a direct contest with the Conservatives.

"It's a two horse race. Are you ready to beat the Conservatives and get lots of Liberal Democrats elected this May?" he asked supporters.

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