This month's county elections left Cornwall with 46 Conservative councillors, 37 Liberal Democrats and 30 Independents.
As the largest party the Conservatives had first go at putting together a ruling coalition. But, reports BBC News, their proposal was rejected by the Independents unanimously.
Instead:
The Liberal Democrats and independent councillors have regained joint control of Cornwall Council following two weeks of uncertainty.
Adam Paynter from the Lib Dems is the new leader following a secret ballot by councillors on Tuesday.
Independent councillor Julian German is to take on the role of deputy leader.The council was run by a Lib Dem and Independent coalition before the elections.
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