Polling has closed for local and mayoral elections in England, marking a significant electoral test for Labour leader Keir Starmer. Results will impact not only Labour but also key figures like Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch. Elections include 24 councils, six mayoralties, and a byelection in Runcorn and Helsby, previously held by Labour. The contest is closely contested with Reform UK as the favorite to win. Other critical results include mayoral races in North Tyneside and West of England, with uncertainty surrounding many outcome predictions due to fragmented polling figures.
The local elections are the first full-scale electoral test for Keir Starmer since the general election, potentially impacting figures like Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch.
As the results come in, eyes will be particularly on Runcorn and Helsby, a key byelection contest where Reform UK is tipped to overturn Labour's large majority.
Polling in these elections is difficult to predict due to fragmented figures, with Reform, Labour, and the Conservatives all showing varying levels of support.
Results from mayoral races like North Tyneside and West of England will set the tone for the night, with Labour favored in North Tyneside but a close race looming elsewhere.
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