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10.04: Elsewhere:

Several Welsh sources have told Will Hayward that it looks “brutal” and that Welsh Labour leader Eluned Morgan could lose her seat.

10.02: Lucy Powell speaks:

In a statement to Laura Kuenssberg The Deputy Leader of the Party has said:

“These elections are tough and took place in a difficult context. After over a decade of Britain being held back, working people up and down the country rightly want to see the whole of our United Kingdom firing on all cylinders in their interests. Labour has started to deliver on that promise and we are determined to make it happen everywhere for everyone.”

The Labour Party posts:

To the voters who put their trust in us to deliver for your community, and for the volunteers who pounded the streets to elect Labour candidates, we thank you.

Together, we will make Britain a stronger, fairer country for all.

Lots done, lots more to do.🌹 pic.twitter.com/fmi2zAZa87

— The Labour Party (@UKLabour) May 7, 2026

10.00pm: Polls have now closed

Polling stations have closed for council elections across England. We will be with you throughout the night and all through Friday to bring you updates.

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