Birmingham Council Election Tensions Rise Ahead of Vote
With all 101 council seats contested on May 7, Birmingham faces a pivotal election amid financial crisis, bins strike, and heated debates over leadership and services.
Category : Local Elections
Birmingham Tories Pledge Action on Bins, Potholes and 'Building Beautiful'
With all 101 council seats contested in May's elections, Conservative leader Robert Alden details plans to resolve the bins strike, fix roads, and reshape development policies in Birmingham.
Birmingham Tory Leader Warns of 'Real Risk' from Reform
Conservative leader Robert Alden warns that Reform UK poses a 'real risk' in Birmingham's May council elections, fearing a 'coalition of chaos' could take control of the city.
Independent Alliance Targets Labour in Birmingham Council
A coalition of independent candidates, including pro-Gaza activists and former Labour supporters, has formed to challenge Labour's dominance in Birmingham's upcoming council elections. They aim to secure seats across key constituencies.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Birmingham Voters Face Critical Deadlines for 2026 Elections
Birmingham households must register to vote by April 20, 2026, to participate in the city's council elections. All 101 council seats across 69 wards will be contested on May 7, 2026.
Poll Predicts Labour Collapse in Birmingham Council Elections
Exclusive polling forecasts a dramatic shift in Birmingham City Council, with Independents set to become the largest group and Labour facing major losses after 14 years of leadership.
Conservatives Launch Essex Election Campaign with Badenoch
Conservative MPs, councillors, and candidates gathered at Hutton Hall for the launch of the party's Essex local election campaign, led by Kemi Badenoch, who emphasized lower taxes and fiscal responsibility.
Exclusive Poll: Reform UK to Take Black Country Councils
A new predictive polling model forecasts Reform UK seizing control of Sandwell and Walsall councils and gaining significant influence in Birmingham, with Labour facing a major collapse in the 2026 local elections.
Poll Predicts Labour Wipeout in Birmingham Council Elections
A shocking exclusive poll forecasts a devastating collapse for Labour in Birmingham's May 2026 local elections, with Independents, Greens, and Reform UK set to become the dominant forces.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Newcomer to Fight Hotly-Contested Dudley Council Seat
Conservative candidate Steve Hancock, a political newcomer, will stand in the Wollaston and Stourbridge Town ward in the May 2026 Dudley Council elections, focusing on hope and respect.
Birmingham Election Tensions Escalate as Councillor Warns
Labour councillors defend their record as opposition predicts end to their reign in Birmingham City Council. All 101 seats up for grabs in May election amid budget turmoil and bins strike.
Farage: Reform UK to 'Throw Everything' at Birmingham Council
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage pledges to stand candidates in all 101 Birmingham City Council seats, claiming the party has a 'really good chance' of winning control in May's local elections.
Birmingham Band Backs Sharon Osbourne for Council
Second Cities rock band members praise Sharon Osbourne's potential council candidacy, saying her 'no-nonsense' approach could benefit Birmingham's political landscape.
Dudley Tories Launch Campaign, Challenge Reform UK Influence
Dudley Conservatives have launched their local election campaign, aiming to secure overall council control while challenging Reform UK's influence. Group leader Patrick Harley emphasized hard work and voter turnout as crucial for May's elections.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Birmingham Labour Councillors Quit Local Elections
Two senior Birmingham City Council Labour members, Jamie Tennant and Jayne Francis, have withdrawn from the 2026 local elections for personal reasons, impacting the party's majority.
Birmingham Candidate Reacts to Sharon Osbourne Challenge
Convicted terrorist turned independent candidate Shahid Butt welcomes Sharon Osbourne's potential challenge in Sparkhill council elections while discussing his controversial past and political views.
Chico Backs Sharon Osbourne for Birmingham Council
X Factor star Chico Slimani has publicly endorsed Sharon Osbourne's potential political run for Birmingham City Council, praising her as a 'no nonsense' leader.
Sharon Osbourne Birmingham Council Election Speculation
Birmingham's Conservative group invites Sharon Osbourne to stand in local elections, while Labour leader praises her advocacy but questions eligibility requirements.
Terrorist Candidate Accepts Sharon Osbourne's Election Bid
Shahid Butt, a former jihadist running for councillor in Sparkhill, responds to Sharon Osbourne's potential candidacy and discusses his controversial views.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Sharon Osbourne Mulls Birmingham Council Run
Sharon Osbourne has suggested she may move to Birmingham and stand for election after a man convicted of terror offences announced his council candidacy.
Walsall Council All Seats Up for Grabs in 2026 Election
Walsall residents prepare for intense political campaigning as boundary changes trigger all-out council elections in May 2026, with Conservatives defending slim majority amid party defections.
Dudley Councillors Canvass for 2026 Local Elections
Dudley councillors are canvassing for May 2026 local elections where voters will decide representatives across 24 wards, with key seats contested.
Birmingham 2026 Local Elections: Everything You Need to Know
Comprehensive guide to Birmingham's 2026 local elections covering key dates, major political parties, critical issues like the bins strike and financial crisis, and what the results could mean for the city's future.
Public Shapes Black Country Party's Election Manifesto
Dudley's Black Country Party held a manifesto event where residents debated policies like housing and public services, with former mayor Steve Waltho appointed honorary president.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Councillor Quits Labour Over Nepotism to Stand as Independent
Long-serving Birmingham councillor Zaiul Islam resigns from Labour citing nepotism concerns, joining growing defections ahead of May's all-out local elections.
Tamworth Election Delay Sparks Political Controversy
The delayed Tamworth by-election has ignited political debate and voter frustration, with critics questioning the timing and impact on local democracy in the West Midlands constituency.
Bristol's 1458 Alum Trade Disaster & Atlantic Shift
In 1458, Bristol merchant Robert Sturmy's bold Mediterranean voyage for alum ended in a Genoese pirate attack, a £1.5bn loss, and redirected Bristol's trade towards the Atlantic. Discover the full story.
29 Councils Request Election Postponement
Twenty-nine English councils, including three in the Midlands, have formally asked to delay their local elections due to a major government reorganisation. Discover the full list and the reasons behind the requests.
Midland Councils Ask to Delay May Local Elections
Redditch and Rugby are among 16 authorities requesting to postpone May's local elections due to a major government reorganisation. Critics claim Labour is 'running scared'.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Midlands councils among 27 seeking election delays
At least 27 local authorities, including Redditch and Rugby, have requested to postpone May's elections due to a major local government restructuring. Read the latest.
Page 1 of 2
