Macron vows to unite divided France after victory over Le Pen – as it happened

President's victory against Le Pen was significantly narrower than five years ago, scoring an estimated 58.8% of the vote

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Both candidates are now back in Paris from their northern constituencies, French media report.

Macron is ensconced in the Elysee Palace on the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore and will later join his campaign team near the Eiffel Tower. Le Pen is at her campaign headquarters in the west of Paris.