Election results so far at a glance - and what's still to come
Summary
Reform UK has gained seats in local council elections across Scotland, Wales, and parts of England, especially in areas traditionally held by Labour and the Conservatives. The full results will be clearer as more councils announce their votes later, with key contests still to come in London and southern England.Key Facts
- Council elections are happening in Scotland, Wales, and 136 English councils, the biggest since the 2024 general election.
- Reform UK has made notable gains in northern and midlands areas like Wigan, Bolton, and Salford.
- Labour lost control in councils such as Hartlepool, Tameside, Redditch, and Tamworth.
- The Conservative Party lost seats in some places but held onto councils like Harlow in Essex.
- Liberal Democrats had mixed results, winning some councils but losing control of Hull to Reform UK.
- The Green Party won seats in areas like Salford and Exeter and is targeting London councils for future gains.
- Some key council results, including important ones in London and the south of England, are still pending.
- In Wales, Labour faces challenges to its historic dominance, with competition from Reform UK and Plaid Cymru.
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