Birmingham Labour Councillors Quit Local Elections
Two senior Birmingham City Council Labour members, Jamie Tennant and Jayne Francis, have withdrawn from the 2026 local elections for personal reasons, impacting the party's majority.
Category : Local Elections
Birmingham Candidate Reacts to Sharon Osbourne Challenge
Convicted terrorist turned independent candidate Shahid Butt welcomes Sharon Osbourne's potential challenge in Sparkhill council elections while discussing his controversial past and political views.
Chico Backs Sharon Osbourne for Birmingham Council
X Factor star Chico Slimani has publicly endorsed Sharon Osbourne's potential political run for Birmingham City Council, praising her as a 'no nonsense' leader.
Sharon Osbourne Birmingham Council Election Speculation
Birmingham's Conservative group invites Sharon Osbourne to stand in local elections, while Labour leader praises her advocacy but questions eligibility requirements.
Terrorist Candidate Accepts Sharon Osbourne's Election Bid
Shahid Butt, a former jihadist running for councillor in Sparkhill, responds to Sharon Osbourne's potential candidacy and discusses his controversial views.
Sharon Osbourne Mulls Birmingham Council Run
Sharon Osbourne has suggested she may move to Birmingham and stand for election after a man convicted of terror offences announced his council candidacy.
Walsall Council All Seats Up for Grabs in 2026 Election
Walsall residents prepare for intense political campaigning as boundary changes trigger all-out council elections in May 2026, with Conservatives defending slim majority amid party defections.
Dudley Councillors Canvass for 2026 Local Elections
Dudley councillors are canvassing for May 2026 local elections where voters will decide representatives across 24 wards, with key seats contested.
Birmingham 2026 Local Elections: Everything You Need to Know
Comprehensive guide to Birmingham's 2026 local elections covering key dates, major political parties, critical issues like the bins strike and financial crisis, and what the results could mean for the city's future.
Public Shapes Black Country Party's Election Manifesto
Dudley's Black Country Party held a manifesto event where residents debated policies like housing and public services, with former mayor Steve Waltho appointed honorary president.
Councillor Quits Labour Over Nepotism to Stand as Independent
Long-serving Birmingham councillor Zaiul Islam resigns from Labour citing nepotism concerns, joining growing defections ahead of May's all-out local elections.
Tamworth Election Delay Sparks Political Controversy
The delayed Tamworth by-election has ignited political debate and voter frustration, with critics questioning the timing and impact on local democracy in the West Midlands constituency.
Bristol's 1458 Alum Trade Disaster & Atlantic Shift
In 1458, Bristol merchant Robert Sturmy's bold Mediterranean voyage for alum ended in a Genoese pirate attack, a £1.5bn loss, and redirected Bristol's trade towards the Atlantic. Discover the full story.
29 Councils Request Election Postponement
Twenty-nine English councils, including three in the Midlands, have formally asked to delay their local elections due to a major government reorganisation. Discover the full list and the reasons behind the requests.
Midland Councils Ask to Delay May Local Elections
Redditch and Rugby are among 16 authorities requesting to postpone May's local elections due to a major government reorganisation. Critics claim Labour is 'running scared'.
Midlands councils among 27 seeking election delays
At least 27 local authorities, including Redditch and Rugby, have requested to postpone May's elections due to a major local government restructuring. Read the latest.
Tories shame party over 'disgraceful' deselection of veteran
Walsall Conservative councillors publicly condemn their own party's decision to deselect a colleague with 50 years of service. Read the full story of the local election selection row.
Rugby Council may ask to cancel May 2026 elections
A Rugby Borough Council panel will decide whether to ask the government to cancel May's local elections, citing a £160k saving and upcoming council reorganisation. Read the full story.
Reform UK's Impact on 2026 Dudley Council Vote
Dudley Council's 2026 elections could see a major shift as Reform UK surges. With 24 wards up for grabs, local political dynamics are set for a dramatic change. Read the full analysis.
Tories pledge to scrap fortnightly bin collections in Birmingham
Birmingham Conservatives promise to restore weekly bin rounds and end the long-running strike as part of a six-point local election plan. Discover their full strategy.
Reform UK ends Conservative control of Worcestershire Council
Reform UK seized minority control of Worcestershire County Council in 2025, ending two decades of Conservative rule. Discover the key events, financial crises, and political defections that reshaped the Midlands.
Starmer's future at risk in 2026 election losses
Polling expert Lord Hayward warns Labour faces heavy losses across England, Scotland, and Wales on May 7, 2026, potentially jeopardising Keir Starmer's leadership. Read the analysis.
Birmingham councillor steps down after months of no-shows
Labour councillor Jack Deakin resigns from Birmingham City Council after attending just two meetings in a year. Residents left without representation for six months.
Fourth Walsall Tory councillor resigns from party
Councillor Vera Waters resigns from Walsall Conservatives, citing a party that has 'lost its way'. She is the fourth to leave in a year amid deselection turmoil.
Dudley Councillors Defect from Conservatives to Reform UK
Two Dudley Conservative councillors defect to Reform UK, sparking a political row over by-elections. Discover how this shifts the council's balance of power.
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