Labour's Brennan Wins by Three Votes in Emotional Count
Labour's Nicky Brennan won Bournville and Cotteridge by three votes, reflecting the human drama behind Birmingham's local election results, where Reform and Greens made gains.
Category : Local Elections
Birmingham Greens Surge to 19 Seats Amid Voter Demand for Change
The Green Party in Birmingham soared from 2 to 19 councillors in the 2026 local elections, capitalising on Labour's collapse and voter frustration over bin strikes and service cuts.
New Birmingham Councillors Revealed in 2026 Election
Results of the 2026 local elections for Birmingham are in. Meet your new councillors by party, with two seats in Glebe Farm and Tile Cross still undecided.
Birmingham Council 2026 Fallout: Home Secretary Says 'Do Better'
Labour lost control of Birmingham City Council in the 2026 elections. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood called it a devastating night and said the party must improve.
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Labour Faces Defeat in Birmingham as Reform Surges
At Birmingham's Utilita Arena, Labour councillors are glum as Reform UK appears set for major gains. Sir Albert Bore attends his last count after 46 years. Results show deep national influence on local elections.
Birmingham Council No Control After Dramatic Election
Birmingham City Council ends with no party in control after local elections. Reform UK, Greens, Conservatives, Labour, Lib Dems, and Independents all win seats, but none have majority. Coalition talks ahead.
Reform UK Wins 40 Seats in Walsall Council, Ends Tory Control
Reform UK has won 40 of 60 seats on Walsall Council, ending Conservative control. Labour lost all but one seat, marking a historic shift.
Sutton Coldfield Town Council 2026 Election Full Results
Conservatives retain control of Royal Sutton Coldfield Town Council despite losing one seat, while Reform and Greens gain first-ever representation in the 2026 local elections.
Birmingham Council No Majority After Chaotic Elections
Birmingham City Council ends with no overall control after elections see Reform UK, Greens, Conservatives, Labour, Lib Dems and Independents win seats. Labour loses 35 seats.
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Reform UK Wins Sandwell Council After 47 Years of Labour Rule
Reform UK has won 41 seats on Sandwell Council, ending Labour's 47-year control. Leader Ray Nock pledges to address financial challenges after historic victory.
Solihull Council 2026: No Party Wins Overall Control
In the 2026 Solihull Council elections, the Conservatives lost overall control, winning 24 seats. Reform UK gained 17, Liberal Democrats 6, and Greens 4. Turnout was 44.84%.
Conservatives Lose Solihull Council Majority After 15 Years
The Conservative Party lost its majority on Solihull Council after the Reform UK surge, leading to no overall control for the first time since 2021.
Reform UK Wins Majority in Walsall Council Elections
Reform UK has secured a majority on Walsall Council in the 2026 local elections. See the full list of elected councillors by ward.
Reform UK Wins Sandwell Council Majority in Landslide
Reform UK has secured a majority on Sandwell Council for the first time, winning 37 seats. Labour lost its long-held control. Full list of elected councillors inside.
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Reform UK Wins All 13 Seats in Cannock Chase Elections
Reform UK wins all 13 contested seats in Cannock Chase Council local elections, ousting Labour and Conservatives. The party now holds 13 seats but no overall majority.
Reform UK wins 12 seats in Wolverhampton, Labour suffers blow
Reform UK won 12 of 21 seats in Wolverhampton local elections, becoming the main opposition. Labour lost 10 seats, with total Reform votes reaching 21,652 across the city.
Birmingham Council Website Down Amid Election Results Rush
Birmingham City Council's website crashed due to high traffic as residents sought local election results. The authority said pages were intermittently down and is working to fix the issue.
Birmingham Labour Leader John Cotton Ousted in Local Election
Birmingham Labour leader John Cotton lost his council seat in Glebe Farm and Tile Cross, marking a devastating day for the party. Veteran councillor Rob Pocock also fell.
Reform UK Gets 7,748 Votes in Birmingham Elections So Far
As of 4:36pm, Reform UK has secured 7,748 votes across seven Birmingham wards, with many more results still to be declared in the 2026 local elections.
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Reform UK Wins 12 Seats in Wolverhampton Election
Reform UK won 12 of 21 council seats in Wolverhampton, becoming the main opposition. Labour lost 10 seats, while Conservatives dropped to 10. Key casualties include Labour cabinet member Chris Burden.
Reform UK Surges in Dudley Local Elections
Reform UK gained over 20 seats on Dudley Council, securing 41,775 votes across 25 wards. Labour and Conservatives suffered losses, leaving no overall control.
Birmingham councillors elected so far: full list
The vote count continues across Birmingham with 101 seats up for grabs. Here are all the councillors elected so far by party.
Birmingham Local Election Results Map: See How Your Area Voted
Birmingham City Council election results are coming in fast. See the latest ward declarations and party gains in our updated map and live blog.
Green Party Wins Handsworth, Pledges Hope
The Green Party has won the Handsworth ward from Labour in the Birmingham local elections, with councillor Ed Freshwater promising to bring hope back to the community.
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Murder Charge in Burntwood Death: Man in Court
A 27-year-old man has been charged with murder after Sashon Richards-Brown, 32, died from significant injuries in Burntwood. A woman is also charged with assisting an offender.
New Dudley Councillors After 2026 Local Elections Full List
Discover all newly elected councillors in Dudley after the 2026 local elections, with Reform becoming the second-largest party. Full list inside.
New Dudley Councillors After 2026 Local Elections
Reform UK becomes second-largest party in Dudley Council after winning 22 seats. See the full list of newly elected councillors.
Inside Birmingham's Election Count as Reform Says Voters 'Have Nothing to Worry About'
Behind the scenes at Birmingham's election count as parties react to results. Reform UK gains seats, while Labour braces for losses amid voter frustration over bins and council finances.
Walsall leader calls election 'worst ever' as votes counted
Councillor Mike Bird, leader of Walsall Council, describes the current election as the worst he has ever fought, citing character assassination and police reports.
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Labour Near-Wipeout in Birmingham as Reform Surges
Early results from Birmingham's local elections show Reform Party on course to become the largest party, with Labour losing multiple seats to Reform, Greens, and Independents.
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