Voters across Scotland, Wales, and England head to the polls on May 7 for local and national elections, with over 5,000 seats contested. Key issues include road conditions and cost of living.
Green Party leader Julien Pritchard urges Birmingham voters to choose hope and real change in the May 7 council elections, highlighting a full slate of 101 candidates and a surge in support.
Reform UK candidate Jex Parkin urges Birmingham voters to back change, citing bin strikes, potholes, and Labour mismanagement ahead of May 7 council elections.
The UK state pension age will rise from 66 to 67 starting April 2026. Those born after 1960 may face delays and should prepare for the change.
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Jade Cotton, disabled Reform UK candidate in Ladywood, quits party over disability and LGBTQ+ issues, but will appear on ballot as Reform due to late decision.
Barbara Holland and Raghib Ahsan, Handsworth residents, played a crucial role in the 2004 Birmingham election fraud trial, with Holland's meticulous records cited by the judge.
Harris Khaliq, an Independent candidate, is challenging Labour in Birmingham's Ward End. He promises change, citing neglect and unfulfilled promises. Polls show a tight race.
Ahead of local elections, Walsall candidates discuss council tax increases and £120m+ regeneration funding, with residents facing highest bills in West Midlands.
Samarah Zaffar will stand as Labour candidate for Lozells ward, continuing the legacy of her late brother, devoted councillor and clean air campaigner Waseem Zaffar.
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In Meriden, residents report no election posters, leaflets, or canvassing despite the upcoming borough election. Many feel disconnected from candidates and plan to vote without strong support.
Labour's sole councillor in Solihull, Hazel Dawkins, outlines her party's vision for affordable housing, transport, and road repairs ahead of the May 7 elections.
Many Solihull residents feel disillusioned with local elections, citing lack of change and unresolved issues like road conditions and safety.
With local elections approaching, Wednesbury residents prioritize continued town centre upgrades and stricter enforcement against dangerous e-bike riders, alongside concerns over housing and council tax.
Residents in Bloxwich say they don't know who to vote for in the upcoming Walsall Council elections, with many reporting no contact from candidates and feeling disenfranchised.
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Bloxwich residents express frustration as council candidates fail to engage ahead of Walsall all-out elections on May 7, leaving many unsure who to vote for.
Polls project Labour losing 51 seats in Birmingham City Council, falling from 65 to just 14, with Reform UK and independents making gains.
Samarah Zaffar, sister of the late Birmingham councillor Waseem Zaffar, will stand as Labour candidate in Lozells, aiming to continue his legacy of community advocacy and clean air campaigning.
With local elections on May 7, Black Country residents can find their polling station via the 'Where do I vote?' website using their postcode.
Cllr Max McLoughlin, leader of the Green Party in Solihull, discusses local elections, council tax, housing, and the party's record as the main opposition group.
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Birmingham's local elections on May 7 will see all 101 council seats contested. Find your polling station, voter ID requirements, and key dates.
Poll projections show Labour losing over 50 seats in Birmingham City Council, with Conservatives, Reform UK, and independents gaining ground.
Party leaders pledge to resolve the ongoing bin strike in Birmingham, but residents express deep frustration over rubbish piles and rat infestations.
Birmingham's political candidates made quickfire pitches at BirminghamLive's hustings event, each given 30 seconds to plead their case ahead of the May 7 local elections.
Labour leader John Cotton raised eyebrows by supporting a return to weekly bin collections at the Birmingham Live hustings, despite overseeing a costly switch to fortnightly collections.
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Simon Richardson, 34, has been charged with murder and other offences following the death of headteacher Michael Mullins in a collision in Trafford.
Key takeaways from the Birmingham election hustings: bins strike pledges, flag debate, independent calls for change, and heated exchanges between Conservatives and Reform.
Birmingham council candidate Paul Smith says his family was targeted with malicious emails. Police investigate harassment ahead of May 7 election.
BirminghamLive hosted the biggest hustings ahead of the 2026 local elections, with seven candidates debating key issues like road crime, bins, and the economy.
Birmingham's party leaders go head-to-head in a live hustings on Thursday ahead of the crucial local elections on May 7, covering key issues like roads, bins, and youth services.
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Stockport MP Lisa Smart highlights the need for fair funding and democratic reform ahead of local elections, warning of cuts despite council awards.
