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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
Second Cities rock band members praise Sharon Osbourne's potential council candidacy, saying her 'no-nonsense' approach could benefit Birmingham's political landscape.
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.
Two senior Birmingham City Council Labour members, Jamie Tennant and Jayne Francis, have withdrawn from the 2026 local elections for personal reasons, impacting the party's majority.
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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.
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.
Birmingham's Conservative group invites Sharon Osbourne to stand in local elections, while Labour leader praises her advocacy but questions eligibility requirements.
Shahid Butt, a former jihadist running for councillor in Sparkhill, responds to Sharon Osbourne's potential candidacy and discusses his controversial views.
Sharon Osbourne has suggested she may move to Birmingham and stand for election after a man convicted of terror offences announced his council candidacy.
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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 are canvassing for May 2026 local elections where voters will decide representatives across 24 wards, with key seats contested.
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.
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.
Long-serving Birmingham councillor Zaiul Islam resigns from Labour citing nepotism concerns, joining growing defections ahead of May's all-out local elections.
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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.
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.
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.
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'.
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.
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Walsall Conservative councillors publicly condemn their own party's decision to deselect a colleague with 50 years of service. Read the full story of the local election selection row.
A Rugby Borough Council panel will decide whether to ask the government to cancel May's local elections, citing a £160k saving and upcoming council reorganisation. Read the full story.
Dudley Council's 2026 elections could see a major shift as Reform UK surges. With 24 wards up for grabs, local political dynamics are set for a dramatic change. Read the full analysis.
Birmingham Conservatives promise to restore weekly bin rounds and end the long-running strike as part of a six-point local election plan. Discover their full strategy.
Reform UK seized minority control of Worcestershire County Council in 2025, ending two decades of Conservative rule. Discover the key events, financial crises, and political defections that reshaped the Midlands.
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Polling expert Lord Hayward warns Labour faces heavy losses across England, Scotland, and Wales on May 7, 2026, potentially jeopardising Keir Starmer's leadership. Read the analysis.
