All seven political groups contesting Walsall's local elections have declared their positions on the controversial Leather Museum relocation plan, with most opposing the move amid community backlash.
Reform leader Nigel Farage pledges a 'fresh start and new faces' if his party wins Sandwell council, aiming to end Labour's 50-year grip, but offers few specific policies.
Dudley's Green Party fields 24 candidates in local elections, emphasizing community cooperation and realistic goals while aiming for gains in Norton ward.
Julian Nistor, a Workers Party council candidate in Birmingham, claims he was ambushed by a group of men in Small Heath, fearing for his life. Police are investigating the incident as the May 7 election approaches.
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Local elections in Dudley are set for May 7, with 25 seats contested across key wards. Major parties field full slates, including high-profile clashes in Sedgley and Upper Gornal.
With all 101 council seats contested on May 7, the Liberal Democrats position themselves as a moderate choice focused on resolving the bins strike, improving road safety, and revitalizing arts and culture in Birmingham.
The Green Party is campaigning to restore hope in Birmingham, capitalizing on a membership surge under leader Zack Polanski and targeting all 101 council seats in May's local elections.
The complete roster of over 600 candidates for the Birmingham City Council election in May 2026 has been released, featuring a diverse field across 101 seats in 69 wards.
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party is targeting Birmingham City Council in the May elections, but internal conflicts and discontent among local members threaten to undermine their campaign efforts.
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Marie Buchan, known as the 'Benefits Queen', is running as an independent candidate in Birmingham's 2026 local elections, pledging to address local issues after years of media scrutiny.
Over 80 candidates are competing for 24 seats on Royal Sutton Coldfield Town Council in the May 2026 election, with a budget exceeding £2.6 million. The Conservative-led council faces challenges from multiple parties across eight wards.
Major political changes are coming to Solihull Council as 12 current councillors, including former leaders Ian Courts and Bob Sleigh, will not seek re-election in May's all-out elections.
Money expert Martin Lewis urges Brits to register to vote before the May 7 local elections deadline, highlighting how this simple action can significantly improve credit scores and ease credit applications.
The Black Country Party, formed in 2025, will contest five wards in Dudley's local elections, aiming to influence decisions rather than seek power, with leader Pete Lowe calling the party system 'dead'.
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Liberal Democrats leader Sir Ed Davey visited Birmingham to unveil the party's manifesto for the city council elections, pledging cleaner streets, safer communities, and tackling deep-rooted inequality.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has firmly denied allegations that his party has been 'begging' locals to stand as candidates in the upcoming Birmingham local elections, promising a full slate across the West Midlands.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage made an unexpected appearance at Bedworth's weekly market, engaging with shoppers, traders, and schoolchildren during a walkabout following a press conference.
The Crown pub in Station Street, where Black Sabbath performed their first gig, has been closed for a decade. Its revival is now a key issue in the upcoming local elections, with political parties outlining plans to protect this iconic music heritage site
Former Conservative MP Marco Longhi will contest the Upper Gornal and Woodsetton ward for Reform UK in the May 7 Dudley Council elections, focusing on potholes and waste disposal. Meanwhile, Liberal Democrats gain endorsement from ex-Tory councillor Nic B
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Independent candidate Nosheen Khalid reveals the torrent of racist and misogynistic abuse she faces while campaigning in Alum Rock, highlighting the toxic reality of local politics in Birmingham.
Explosive new polling data projects a devastating loss for Labour in the West Midlands, with Reform UK set to dominate the region. The Nowcast map indicates a dramatic political shift.
Independent candidate Amer Khan confesses to punching and kicking a resident during the 2022 elections, calling it a 'heat of the moment' mistake he won't repeat.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer visited Wolverhampton to kick off Labour's 2026 local election campaign, emphasizing unity and hope amid political challenges.
With all 101 council seats contested on May 7, Birmingham faces a pivotal election amid financial crisis, bins strike, and heated debates over leadership and services.
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With all 101 council seats contested in May's elections, Conservative leader Robert Alden details plans to resolve the bins strike, fix roads, and reshape development policies in Birmingham.
Conservative leader Robert Alden warns that Reform UK poses a 'real risk' in Birmingham's May council elections, fearing a 'coalition of chaos' could take control of the city.
A coalition of independent candidates, including pro-Gaza activists and former Labour supporters, has formed to challenge Labour's dominance in Birmingham's upcoming council elections. They aim to secure seats across key constituencies.
Birmingham households must register to vote by April 20, 2026, to participate in the city's council elections. All 101 council seats across 69 wards will be contested on May 7, 2026.
Exclusive polling forecasts a dramatic shift in Birmingham City Council, with Independents set to become the largest group and Labour facing major losses after 14 years of leadership.
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Conservative MPs, councillors, and candidates gathered at Hutton Hall for the launch of the party's Essex local election campaign, led by Kemi Badenoch, who emphasized lower taxes and fiscal responsibility.
