Ministers back Starmer amid election losses and leadership rumblings
Labour ministers defend Keir Starmer after disastrous local elections, but backbench MPs call for change as party loses hundreds of seats and control in key areas.
Category : Elections
Green Party Wins Second London Mayor in Lewisham
The Green Party's Liam Shrivastava won the Lewisham mayoralty, marking the party's second elected mayor in London, with a community-driven campaign.
Reform UK Surges in Tamworth, Labour Loses Grip
Reform UK wins all nine seats in Tamworth local elections, becoming main opposition. Residents cite immigration, taxes, and economy as key issues.
Eluned Morgan urges Starmer to change course after loss
Baroness Eluned Morgan loses her Senedd seat, marking the first time a sitting Welsh leader has lost an election in the Welsh Parliament. She urges Starmer to change course.
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Starmer Vows Not to Walk Away After Labour's Election Rout
Keir Starmer insists he will not resign after Labour loses councils and Wales to Reform and Greens, facing calls from unions and MPs to step down.
Starmer refuses to resign after Labour election losses
Sir Keir Starmer says he won't quit despite Labour losing hundreds of councillors and the Welsh First Minister's seat, as Reform UK makes historic gains.
Labour Gets Kicking in Local Elections as Voters Disillusioned
Labour suffered heavy losses in local elections across Greater Manchester, with Reform and Greens making gains. Voters expressed disillusionment over unfulfilled promises of change.
Sarwar: Scottish Labour 'Hurting' After Election Defeat
Anas Sarwar concedes Scottish Labour lost its argument for change as SNP gains ground, with John Swinney celebrating a 'moment of enormous significance'.
Starmer Refuses to Quit After Labour's Local Election Rout
Sir Keir Starmer insists he will not resign after Labour loses hundreds of council seats and the Welsh First Minister's seat, as Reform UK and Plaid Cymru make gains.
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Reform UK Takes Control of Sunderland Council from Labour
Reform UK has ended Labour's 50-year dominance on Sunderland Council, winning 39 seats to Labour's 38. The party expects 45-50 seats total, citing national discontent and a referendum on Keir Starmer.
Virginia court rejects Democrat redistricting plan
The Virginia Supreme Court struck down a voter-approved redistricting plan, ruling the legislature violated procedural requirements. The decision nullifies the April 21 referendum and boosts Republican hopes for midterm gains.
Labour Faces Historic Defeat in Wales After Century of Rule
Welsh Labour concedes it will no longer govern after a century of dominance, with Reform UK and Plaid Cymru surging in the Senedd election.
Reform UK Wins Welsh Senedd Seat in Historic Breakthrough
Reform UK's Welsh leader Dan Thomas wins a seat in the Senedd as the party makes significant gains, with Labour facing major losses.
Is England Manager Dream Role for a German?
England manager is 'the impossible job' but could a German be the answer? This podcast explores the unique pressures and whether foreign coaches can succeed.
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Swinney Declares SNP Victory in Scottish Elections
John Swinney wins re-election in Perthshire North, claims SNP will be largest party in Holyrood. Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar calls result 'disappointing'.
Starmer Refuses to Quit After Labour's Local Election Losses
Sir Keir Starmer pledges to stay on despite Labour losing 273 seats and 10 councils in English local elections, as Reform UK makes historic gains.
Sarwar: Labour Hurting as Swinney Predicts SNP Win
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar admits his party is hurting after failing to win the Holyrood election argument, while SNP leader John Swinney expects a record fifth term.
Starmer Vows to Fight On as Reform UK Makes Gains
Sir Keir Starmer insists he will not quit after Labour suffers heavy losses to Reform UK and Greens in local elections, as Nigel Farage claims a historic shift in British politics.
Lib Dems set for 'big step forward' in Scotland
Scottish Lib Dem leader Alex Cole-Hamilton predicts a 'big step forward' in the Holyrood election, with wins in new areas and potential regional gains.
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Lib Dem McArthur Returns with Record Vote Share in Orkney
Liberal Democrat Liam McArthur wins Orkney with 70% of the vote, a Holyrood record. But the party loses Shetland to the SNP as Scottish Parliament election results begin.
Engage Teens in Politics: Expert Tips
A new poll reveals many teenagers are anxious about the future and unsure about voting. Experts share tips to engage teens in politics by linking issues to their interests and fostering debate.
Starmer Vows to Stay After Reform UK Gains
Sir Keir Starmer insists he will not quit after Labour suffers heavy losses to Reform UK in local elections, as Nigel Farage claims a historic shift in British politics.
Welsh First Minister Eluned Morgan to Lose Senedd Seat
Welsh First Minister Eluned Morgan is projected to lose her Senedd seat in the Welsh elections, triggering a leadership contest and a major setback for Welsh Labour.
Why Reform UK Still Can't Win the Next General Election
Despite strong local election results and high polls, Reform UK faces significant hurdles to winning a general election, including electoral arithmetic and historical trends.
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Labour’s Welsh deputy leader concedes Senedd defeat
Huw Irranca-Davies suggests Labour will not return to power in Wales as Senedd ballots are counted, marking a historic shift after over a century of dominance.
Starmer Refuses to Quit After Heavy Labour Losses
Sir Keir Starmer insists he will not resign despite Labour's poor local election results, while Nigel Farage celebrates Reform UK's gains.
Union Calls for Starmer's Removal After Local Election Disaster
The TSSA union leader demands a new Labour leader after catastrophic local election results, with Reform UK celebrating gains and Starmer refusing to quit.
Labour Heading for ‘Crushing Defeat’ in Wales: Why
Labour anticipates a significant defeat in Welsh local elections after poor results in England, with a century of dominance under threat amid cost of living crisis and strong challenges from Plaid Cymru and Reform.
Wales 2026 Election: Live Results Under New Voting System
Live results from Wales' 2026 Senedd election using a new proportional voting system. Labour faces worst result in a century, while Plaid Cymru leads.
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Bulgaria Parliament Approves Rumen Radev as PM
Bulgaria's parliament has voted 124-70 to approve Rumen Radev as prime minister, aiming to end political instability and boost economic development.
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