Local elections: Reform up, Labour down, Starmer out?

Local elections: Reform up, Labour down, Starmer out?

May 9, 2026 · 44 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the impact of recent local elections on Labour and the prospects for Keir Starmer's government.

UK politics has been reshaped after a bloodbath for Labour in the May elections, so what’s next for Keir Starmer and his Government? It was a historic night for both Reform UK and the Green Party – but will their gains translate when it comes to a general election? And can Nigel Farage keep up his momentum? Beth Rigby, Ruth Davidson and Harriet Harman break down the results coming out of Scotland, Wales and England. Got a question for the burner phone? WhatsApp 07934 200 444 or email electoraldysfunction@sky.uk .

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