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Birmingham's 2026 Elections: Labour Faces Challenges, Coalitions Likely

4/18/2026

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Birmingham's elections on May 7, 2026 will contest 101 council seats, with Labour Party forecasts predicting a drop to 13 councillors.
Forecasts indicate Green Party and independents may gain ground as Labour has led Birmingham City Council for 14 years.
The contest comes during a council recovery, strained by bins strike and scandals.
No party is expected to win an overall majority, leading to coalitions over waste collection and housing.

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Story summary

Birmingham's elections on May 7, 2026 will contest 101 council seats, with Labour Party forecasts predicting a drop to 13 councillors.
Forecasts indicate Green Party and independents may gain ground as Labour has led Birmingham City Council for 14 years.
The contest comes during a council recovery, strained by bins strike and scandals.
No party is expected to win an overall majority, leading to coalitions over waste collection and housing.