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Local Election 2026: Results being announced in South of England
- Voters across England cast ballots on Thursday, May 7, in the 2026 local elections, with more than 5,000 council seats up for grabs across 136 local authorities.
- Labour Party, defending over 2,500 seats, faces a critical test as councils across Yorkshire and beyond hold significant leadership contests following years of party dominance.
- Counting of votes began overnight after polls closed at 10pm on Thursday, with officials in Kirklees and Sefton expected to announce final results throughout Friday, May 8.
- Reform UK and other opposition parties are seeking to make gains after recent by-election successes, with potential shifts in control anticipated across various boroughs.
- Newly elected councillors will determine leadership positions at annual general meetings later in May, establishing the direction for local government services in the coming year.
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