Winners, losers and a PM on the brink - what to expect in next week's elections
Author: bbc.comPublished on: May 2, 2026Country: United Kingdom
Politics

Upcoming elections in the UK raise concerns about Prime Minister Keir Starmer's future, with allies stating he will not yield to internal pressures. The Reform party, leading the polls for over a year, is expected to gain a significant number of seats in local councils, with projections of at least 1,500 seats out of the 5,000 contested. The results of these elections could have major implications for the country's political dynamics.
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