The results from yesterday’s local elections voting is now starting to come in. At the time of writing, over half of council counts have been completed for England, Labour have made significant gains in London.
Outside of London, Labour has taken Southampton from the Tories and the Liberal Democrats have gained 57 seats across England including control of Hull City Council.
Some Tory candidates have blamed the rising cost of living and ongoing Partygate for their loss. There is a mixed picture in Manchester at the moment, with Labour losing significant areas.
Out of 10 Greater Manchester councils only six have been counted so far. The remaining votes are due to be counted today for Manchester, Trafford, Bury and Rochdale. Read more: Local elections 2022 LIVE: Results and reaction from Greater Manchester and UK The results show Stockport council remains in no overall control and Greater Manchester ’s only Tory-run council Bolton remains in no overall control.
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