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Lib Dems Eye Breakthrough as Voters Shift in Newcastle

4/9/2026

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Ed Davey, leader of the Liberal Democrats, says he expects a real breakthrough in the Newcastle local elections on May 7.
He says the party must grow its presence in the North as voters shift from the Conservatives to Reform.
Labour says only Labour can prevent Reform's rise.
Reform points to the Liberal Democrats' council tax policies.
Voting also takes place in Gateshead, Sunderland, and South Tyneside.

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Ed Davey, leader of the Liberal Democrats, says he expects a real breakthrough in the Newcastle local elections on May 7.
He says the party must grow its presence in the North as voters shift from the Conservatives to Reform.
Labour says only Labour can prevent Reform's rise.
Reform points to the Liberal Democrats' council tax policies.
Voting also takes place in Gateshead, Sunderland, and South Tyneside.