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May 2026 Elections at Risk Amid Political Turmoil

1/18/2026

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About a third of eligible councils may postpone May 2026 elections due to a government overhaul.
Conservatives and Liberal Democrats accuse Labour of being "scared of the voters" as Labour's ratings stay low.
The Electoral Commission warns delaying elections could harm public confidence.
Nigel Farage, Reform UK leader, plans a judicial review.
Polls show Labour losing ground; Reform UK could gain a majority if a general election were held now.

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Story summary

About a third of eligible councils may postpone May 2026 elections due to a government overhaul.
Conservatives and Liberal Democrats accuse Labour of being "scared of the voters" as Labour's ratings stay low.
The Electoral Commission warns delaying elections could harm public confidence.
Nigel Farage, Reform UK leader, plans a judicial review.
Polls show Labour losing ground; Reform UK could gain a majority if a general election were held now.