Burnham By-Election and Mayoral Poll Could Cost £5m
The combined costs of Andy Burnham's by-election in Makerfield and a potential mayoral election in Greater Manchester could reach £5 million, raising questions about value for money.
Category : Council Leadership
Reform UK Elects New Solihull Group Leader
Samantha Gethen is the new Reform UK group leader on Solihull Council, vowing to hold the Conservative administration accountable after the party won 17 seats.
Tories to Keep Control of Dudley Council Despite Reform Gains
Dudley Council is set to remain Conservative-run after local elections, despite Reform UK winning 23 seats. Cross-party talks aim to shape the administration for the next year.
Three Former Leicestershire Councillors Honored as Aldermen
Nick Rushton, Bill Boulter, and Jeffrey Kaufman receive Honorary Aldermen status for combined 64 years of service to Leicestershire County Council.
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Reform's Elaine Williams to Lead Walsall Council
Elaine Williams, chosen as Reform group leader, is set to become Walsall Council leader pending a vote. Conservatives and Walsall Community Independents also named new leaders.
Wes Streeting Resigns: Full List of Government Officials Who Quit
Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigns, joining Jess Phillips and others in leaving Keir Starmer's government. Full list of resignations here.
Wes Streeting 'Screwed Himself' After Resigning as Health Sec
Wes Streeting resigned as Health Secretary but lacks support for a leadership challenge. A Labour MP says he 'screwed himself', while others see him as the man to beat Nigel Farage.
Birmingham MP Warns Government on Red Alert Over City
Sir Andrew Mitchell raised Birmingham's unprecedented election results in the House of Commons, urging the government to monitor the city's uncertain political future closely.
Dudley Labour Elects New Leader After Election Losses
Dudley Labour has elected Cllr Shaukat Ali as its new leader after the party became the third largest group in the council, behind Conservatives and Reform UK.
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Walsall opposition leader vows to fight Reform policies
Councillor Aftab Nawaz pledges to defend community cohesion against any divisive policies from Walsall's new Reform UK leadership, following their landslide election victory.
Starmer Fights to Stay PM as King's Speech Looms
Keir Starmer faces demands to resign from 80 Labour MPs and four ministers quit after disastrous local elections, as King's Speech unveils over 35 bills.
Labour NEC to Pick Birmingham Council Leader
Birmingham's Labour group, reduced to 17 councillors, will have its leader chosen by the party's National Executive Committee via interview, not by peer vote. Former cabinet member Nicky Brennan is frontrunner.
Jess Phillips Resigns, Cannot Support Starmer as PM
Safeguarding minister Jess Phillips resigns from government, stating she can no longer support Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister, in a bombshell statement.
Reform UK Cannot Form Birmingham Council Administration
Reform UK's leader on Birmingham City Council accepts the party cannot form an administration as other groups refuse to work with them. Coalition talks continue.
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Reform UK Leader Admits No Path to Run Birmingham Council
Jex Parkin, new leader of Reform UK on Birmingham City Council, confirms the party cannot form a majority due to lack of coalition partners, vowing to be a constructive opposition.
Dad Married Less Than Year Dies in Birmingham Rooftop Bar Fall
Richard Ayling, 40, died after falling from Henman and Cooper rooftop bar. The former soldier, firefighter, and rail worker was married less than a year.
Reform UK Names Birmingham Group Leader as Potential Council Chief
Jex Parkin has been appointed leader of Reform UK on Birmingham City Council, becoming the head of the largest group. He could become council leader if coalition deals succeed.
Birmingham Leaders Urged to Avoid Coalition Chaos
Birmingham faces bin strikes, housing shortages, and road safety issues. Future leaders must form a stable coalition to avoid chaos and tackle these pressing problems.
Reform UK to Name Birmingham Council Leader Soon
Reform UK, now the largest party on Birmingham City Council, will announce its group leader within 24 hours. The party won 22 seats, with coalition talks underway.
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What Happens Next in New Era for Solihull Council?
After 15 years of Conservative majority, Solihull Council enters a new era as a minority administration following the 2026 local elections. No rainbow coalition is expected.
Birmingham Tories Urge Cross-Party Unity Amid Takeover Warning
Birmingham Conservatives warn the city could be taken over by government commissioners if a stable administration isn't formed, urging all parties to work together.
Dudley MP warns Starmer: act quickly or quit after losses
Stourbridge MP Cat Eccles urges Keir Starmer to deliver change fast or step aside following Labour's heavy losses in Dudley Council elections.
Rayner Urges Starmer to Bring Burnham Back to Westminster
Angela Rayner calls on Sir Keir Starmer to reinstate Andy Burnham, saying he should never have been blocked from standing in the Gorton and Denton by-election.
Starmer Vows to Fight Labour Leadership Contest
Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed he would not walk away and would fight a Labour leadership contest if challenged by a rival MP, amid speculation about potential bids from Angela Rayner, Ed Miliband, Wes Streeting, and Andy Burnham.
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Birmingham Right to Burn Down Building, But Risk Never Rebuilt
BirminghamLive editor reflects on Labour's loss in local elections and the new fragmented coalition council, warning of instability and urgent challenges ahead.
Starmer to Address Nation Amid Resignation Calls
Sir Keir Starmer will address the nation at 10am today, vowing to face big challenges after devastating local election results, as resignation calls grow.
Reform UK Rules Out Coalitions After Council Wins
Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice says new councillors will not enter coalitions, after the party won over 1,400 seats in local elections, including 22 in Birmingham.
Starmer to Set Out New Direction as Leadership Challenge Looms
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces growing pressure after poor local election results, with MP Catherine West launching a leadership challenge. Starmer will deliver a pivotal speech on Monday.
Lib Dems First to Move in Birmingham Council Coalition Talks
Birmingham Liberal Democrats have made the first move in coalition talks after a hung council election, proposing a vision and delivery plan for the city.
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Starmer Ally Urges PM Resignation After Election Losses
Josh Simons, a former director of Labour Together and close ally of Keir Starmer, has called for the Prime Minister to step down after Labour lost over 1,400 council seats in local elections.
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