Polling day for the United Kingdom's most significant local elections since 2024 has officially commenced. Millions of voters across the country are heading to the polls today to elect their local council representatives, with results expected to deliver a devastating blow to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. According to political insiders, MPs are already preparing to oust Starmer following the anticipated losses, with demands for him to set a departure date.
Labour Predicted to Suffer Heavy Losses
Analysts predict that Labour could lose as many as 1,850 seats across England. In Wales, the party is projected to lose the national vote for the first time in over a century, marking a historic shift in the political landscape. Starmer has acknowledged the elections will be 'a challenge' but urged voters to 'choose unity over division.'
In a final campaign message, Starmer stated: 'In tough times, you need politicians who will always stand up for you and your family. Time and again Nigel Farage and Zack Polanski have shown they are not fit to meet this moment of great global instability. Today I pledge firmly to you: whatever the pressure, Labour will always back you and your family and we will never waver from doing what is in Britain's national interest. Today, choose unity over division. Vote Labour.'
Reform UK and Green Party Campaign
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage used his final message to attack Starmer, branding him 'gutless' and accusing the Conservatives of failing to remove the 'unpatriotic' Prime Minister. Farage added: 'Together, we can continue the journey of getting our great country back on track. Reform made history and won the local elections last year. If you really want change, go out and vote for it again today.'
Green Party leader Zack Polanski expressed confidence in his party's performance, predicting 'record-breaking local elections' and 'win more councillors than ever before.' He commented: 'In Wales, we are confident – but not complacent – of a historic breakthrough in the Senedd elections. Greens are the only party taking the cost-of-living crisis seriously, with real plans to cut bills, reduce rents and provide genuinely affordable homes. It's a message that has been received positively on the doorstep, but now we have to turn that warm sentiment into hard-won votes at the ballot box.'
For further updates, stay tuned to our coverage of the May 7 elections as results unfold hour by hour.
