Conservatives Face Major Losses in UK Local Elections, Labour Celebrates Key Wins

The Conservative Party faced significant defeats across England, losing control of multiple councils, while Labour achieved historic victories in key regions.

• Labour secures a landmark win in York and North Yorkshire, taking the mayorship in a region historically dominated by Conservatives.
• Conservatives retain Tees Valley mayoralty despite widespread losses, providing a slight reprieve for PM Rishi Sunak.
• Liberal Democrats and Greens make gains, capturing seats and councils from Conservatives.
• Reform UK shows strength in Blackpool South by-election, intensifying pressure on Conservative leadership.
• Upcoming mayoral elections in London and the West Midlands poised to further shape political landscape ahead of general elections.

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