Reconciliation would be a win for Sussan Ley but, according to one senior Liberal MP, jeopardises David Littleproud’s leadership of National partyAustralia news live: latest politics updates Full federal election results: live Australian Senate seat countSee our full coverage of the Australian electionGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLiberal MPs are prepared to accept the Nationals’ watered-down demands to preserve the Coalition, clearing the path to reunite the parties after a dramatic split that has exposed deep internal divisions, bruised both leaders and bolstered Anthony Albanese’s grip on power.But the split is expected to have ongoing repercussions even if it is patched up, as both sides privately accuse the other of capitulating during negotiations.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email