Boiko Borisov assumed a tough guy image during campaigning

Exit polls in Bulgaria indicate the centre-right party led by ex-body guard and Mayor of Sofia Boiko Borisov is heading for a significant victory.

His Citizens for European Development of Bulgaria (GERB) looks set to take 40% of the vote - more than half that of the ruling Socialist Party.

But the BBC's Europe correspondent says while it will be a remarkable win, it is not enough for GERB to govern alone.

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