As of May 7, 2026, UK local elections are underway, with Labour and other progressive parties aiming to make gains in councils across England. Key battlegrounds include areas where the Conservatives have held power, such as the Midlands and the South East, as well as councils in the North where Labour seeks to consolidate support.
According to verified reports from BBC News and The Guardian, Labour is targeting councils like Dudley, Walsall, and Thurrock, where they have made inroads in recent by-elections. The Liberal Democrats are focusing on southern councils like Wokingham and St Albans, while the Green Party aims to increase representation in Brighton and Bristol.
Progressive parties are also eyeing councils in Scotland and Wales, where the SNP and Plaid Cymru face challenges from Labour. However, no final results are available as voting continues today.
