Conservatives Brace for Major Losses in Local Elections

As voters head to the polls, forecasts indicate the Conservative Party may lose up to half of the council seats they are defending.

• Chancellor Jeremy Hunt acknowledges the likelihood of significant losses for the Conservatives in the upcoming local elections.
• Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch asserts that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's position remains secure despite potential electoral setbacks.
• Mayoral contests in London, West Midlands, and Tees Valley are seen as critical, with Labour and Conservative candidates in closely contested races.
• Liberal Democrats aim to capitalize on dissatisfaction in traditional Conservative strongholds, emphasizing local community support.
• Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer reflects on past electoral challenges and stresses the importance of demonstrating progress in the current elections.

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