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Labour Faces Local Election Challenge from Greens, Reform UK

4/29/2025

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Labour leader Keir Starmer is bracing for tough local elections as both Reform UK and the Greens gain momentum. With polls showing Labour's support slipping, voters are increasingly focused on local concerns. The Greens are emerging as strong contenders in the West of England mayoral race, signaling a shift in voter sentiment away from established parties.

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Labour leader Keir Starmer is bracing for tough local elections as both Reform UK and the Greens gain momentum. With polls showing Labour's support slipping, voters are increasingly focused on local concerns. The Greens are emerging as strong contenders in the West of England mayoral race, signaling a shift in voter sentiment away from established parties.