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Starmer may survive election results but next crisis could be his last
The early results were dire for Labour, as the results video lays bare - but what matters more is the reaction of Labour MPs.
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Keir Starmer’s leadership on line after Labour’s disastrous election night
No 10 prepares for battle as party loses seats in heartlands and control of councils in Hartlepool, Tameside, Redditch and TamworthElection 2026 live: latest news updatesFull results from England, Sco...
The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
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Labour on course for historic electoral defeat
It has become clear from the overnight declarations that the Labour Party is on course to suffer one of its worst-ever electoral defeats.
Sky News - UK6 months ago
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Labour losses pile up in England local elections as Reform UK makes gains
Reform runaway winners in north-east, likely pushing Labour into opposition in Hartlepool, with other losses for Starmer in Chorley, Wigan, Redditch and TamworthElection 2026 live: latest news updates...
The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
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Polls close in elections across England, Scotland and Wales
Results of elections for councils in England, the Senedd in Wales and the Scottish parliament could transform Great Britain’s political landscape2026 election results: latest from local, Scottish and...
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‘Worst year in memory’: parties describe climate of abuse on campaign trail for May elections
Candidates from across spectrum report abuse online and in person before local and devolved elections in England, Wales and Scotland2026 election results: latest from local, Scottish and Welsh votesCa...
The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
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Election monitors note instances of voters in England turned away over ID
European observers have seen incidents of confusion over ID requirements but problem is not regarded as widespread2026 election results: latest from local, Scottish and Welsh votesInstances of voters...
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May elections: Badenoch rows back on Reform pacts as millions cast their votes – as it happened
Tory leader tells Sun that there won’t be council tie-ups as Farage’s party is not ‘serious’ as votes under way in England, Wales and ScotlandAnd here is the eve-of-poll statement that Rhun ap Iorwert...
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BP plans to sell shares in flagship carbon projects as it pulls back from green agenda
Oil firm seeks to reduce stake in carbon capture and storage projects in north-east of England after schemes fail to win over shareholdersBP plans to sell stakes in two flagship carbon capture and sto...
The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
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Olivia Rodrigo skips Met Gala – but goes to an afterparty – after liking anti-Jeff Bezos Instagram post
Rodrigo last attended the Gala in 2023 The post Olivia Rodrigo skips Met Gala – but goes to an afterparty – after liking anti-Jeff Bezos Instagram post appeared first on NME.
NME Music News6 months ago
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STV’s Scotland election coverage to be hit by strike action over pay
About 120 journalists and broadcast staff expected to protest about pay freeze as STV invests in new radio stationCoverage of Scotland’s election counts by STV, the commercial broadcaster, is expected...
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Starmer’s failure to demonstrate strong values ‘driving away progressive voters’
Report using research from senior Blair and Clinton pollster comes as Labour braces for dismal election resultsMay elections: What’s at stake across England, Wales and Scotland?2026 election results:...
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‘Trauma trackers’ to monitor toll of job on police officers in England and Wales
Ministers to mandate use of tools that record individuals’ cumulative exposure to harrowing incidentsPolicing in England and Wales faces a reckoning over the levels of trauma experienced by officers a...
The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
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Major test for Labour as polls open in English, Scottish and Welsh elections
Local, mayoral and parliamentary contests could upend political landscape as Reform, Greens and Lib Dems surgePolling has opened across England, Scotland and Wales in a series of local, mayoral and pa...
The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
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Election results timeline: when do key battlegrounds in England, Scotland and Wales report?
Labour is resigned to losses but which party its voters switch to will be crucial in shaping new political landscapeLabour is braced for a brutal set of local, Scottish and Welsh election results that...
The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
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Cut UK speed limits to reduce Iran war impact on consumers, thinktank urges
Cap of 20mph in towns and cities and 60mph on motorways would cut fuel demand and combat rising prices, IPPR saysBritain should lower speed limits for drivers as part of a package of measures to reduc...
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Keir Starmer makes late pitch to voters turning to Greens and Reform
As Labour faces record-breaking losses in Thursday’s local elections, prime minister says rivals are unfit to leadLabour is braced for record-breaking losses in Thursday’s local elections in England,...
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Sudanese asylum seekers challenge Home Office rule changes for refugees
Shabana Mahmood has announced plan to cut leave to remain from five years to 30 months, to concern of UN refugee agencyTwo Sudanese asylum seekers are challenging a central element of Labour’s plans t...
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Cameo, speeches, pushing gold bullion: how Farage has made millions since becoming an MP
In less than two years in parliament, the Reform UK leader has brought in £2m on top of his Commons salaryNigel Farage’s income since being elected MP has hit £2m, analysis shows“There’s no money in p...
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Nigel Farage’s income since being elected MP has hit £2m, analysis shows
Reform UK leader has registered wide range of financial interests on top of his Commons salary since July 2024Cameo, speeches, pushing gold bullion: how Farage has made millions since becoming an MPNi...
The Guardian - UK News6 months ago