Starmer under pressure, as Labour suffers heavy elections losses
Author: bbc.comPublished on: May 8, 2026Country: United Kingdom
Politics

Sir Keir Starmer insisted he will not resign as Prime Minister despite Labour's significant election losses. The party lost power in Wales after 27 years, while the SNP is expected to remain the largest party in Scotland. Reform UK emerged as the big winner in England, gaining over 1,400 seats and becoming the largest party with 26% of the vote, while Labour and the Conservatives are neck-and-neck at 17%. 21 Labour MPs have called for Starmer to resign or set a timetable for his departure.
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