Exclusive report from the South Wales valleys where economic despair is fuelling a historic political shift. Labour faces a catastrophic defeat in May's Senedd elections as voters turn to Reform UK and Plaid Cymru. Read the full analysis.
From the Lost Cat Crusader to the Planning Permission Protester, we explore the quintessential personalities that define Britain's local Facebook groups. Discover who's in your neighbourhood feed.
Labour chair Anna Turley expresses confidence for 2026 despite polling dips, as all Westminster parties prioritise May's crucial local and devolved elections. Read the full analysis.
A polling expert warns Labour may delay local elections fearing a wipeout, with Reform UK poised to gain. Millions in Essex, Hampshire, and elsewhere could be affected. Read the full analysis.
A polling expert warns Labour faces heavy losses in May 2026 elections, potentially deciding Keir Starmer's future. Badenoch's position may be shored up by London gains.
The Liberal Democrats accuse Labour of unlawfully postponing local elections, breaching voters' rights, but cannot confirm their own councils will hold votes. Read the full story.
The government is postponing May's local elections, with some councils unchanged for seven years. Critics call it a democratic outrage that could hinder Reform UK's momentum. Read the full analysis.
The government is consulting 63 council areas on postponing local elections until 2027, citing reorganisation pressures. Opposition accuses Labour of being 'scared of voters'. Read the full story.
Keir Starmer faces accusations of undermining democracy as Labour invites 63 councils to postpone local elections. Critics say the move, affecting 10 million voters, is a political ploy to limit losses. Read the full story.
Up to 63 council areas in England may postpone May 2026 local elections to 2027 amid a government reorganisation of town halls. See the full list of affected areas.
Nigel Farage accuses Labour and Tory councils of 'colluding' to postpone local elections for millions until 2027. Read the full story on the democratic row.
PM Keir Starmer plans a King's Speech on May 12/13 to reset agenda after feared local election losses. Insiders fear Reform gains and leadership challenges. Read the full analysis.
Sir Keir Starmer has scheduled the King's Speech for mid-May, days after pivotal local elections. With Labour trailing in polls, the move is seen as an attempt to refocus the government's agenda. Read the full analysis.
Jamie Driscoll, the former Labour North of Tyne mayor, defects to the Greens, citing a party serious about the country's long-term future. This follows a wave of Labour councillor defections.
After taking control of 10 councils, Reform UK's 'anti-woke' agenda faces the reality of local government in Lancashire. Helen Pidd reports on care home closures and rising complaints.
Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party suffers a significant setback as five councillors in Brent, London, join the Green Party ahead of crucial local elections. Read the full analysis.
Keir Starmer suffers a setback as five Labour councillors in Brent join the Green Party, amid fears of a Green surge in next year's crucial local elections. Read the full analysis.
Analysis reveals Reform UK was poised to win four new mayoralties before the government postponed the elections to 2028, sparking accusations of 'cancelling democracy'. Read the full story.
Downing Street denies acting like a 'dictator' as it postpones four mayoral elections to 2028, sparking a 'cancelling democracy' row. Critics from across the political spectrum voice outrage.
Downing Street has dismissed accusations of acting like a 'dictator' after proposing to postpone four mayoral elections until 2028. Critics slam the move as 'cancelling democracy'. Read the full story.
Downing Street rejects 'dictator' claims as it pushes four mayoral votes to 2028, citing devolution reorganisation. Critics accuse Labour of 'cancelling democracy'.
Downing Street denies acting like a 'dictator' as it postpones four mayoral elections to 2028, sparking a 'cancelling democracy' row. Critics warn trust is being squandered.
Keir Starmer warned by ex-minister Jim McMahon that delaying four mayoral elections risks squandering public trust. Reform UK compares PM to a dictator.
Labour faces backlash as elections for four new mayoralties are postponed until 2028. Critics accuse the government of 'cancelling democracy'. Read the full story.
Keir Starmer's government faces accusations of 'subverting democracy' after postponing four mayoral contests to 2028. Critics claim Labour is 'running scared' of voter backlash.
Thomas Peters, 22, wins a tight election to become Durham's treasurer, overseeing millions in taxpayer funds. A generational shift in local politics for the typically Republican town. Read the full story.
A new wave of progressive Democrats is defeating establishment figures in key US swing states, driven by voter frustration over housing, transit, and party direction. Discover the movement reshaping American politics.
Namibian politician Adolf Hitler Uunona officially removes his controversial middle name ahead of local elections. Discover the full story behind this breaking news.
Birmingham's bin strikes are set to intensify as agency workers vote to join picket lines from 1 December. The dispute over pay and jobs could now extend beyond May's local elections.
In a stunning political development, Kaohly Vang announces her candidacy for St. Paul Mayor, challenging incumbent Melvin Carter and promising transformative leadership for Minnesota's capital city.