What’s at Stake in the May Elections?

With only a month remaining until the local elections in England, Wales, and Scotland, is a significant change in the electoral landscape imminent?

Sir Keir Starmer faces a critical evaluation and assessment of his government and leadership, marking his first major test since the general election. Could the outcomes influence his role as leader?

In this special episode, Sam and Anne welcome elections expert Professor Rob Ford to explore the pivotal electoral regions across the nation.

— Will the SNP secure a fifth term at Holyrood?
— Could Welsh Labour face its first-ever loss of power in the Senedd?
— Might the rise of Reform UK and the Greens permanently disrupt the traditional two-party political system?
— Can the Conservatives curb the loss of votes overall?
— Was the Liberal Democrat resurgence merely temporary?

Sam and Anne will return with daily episodes starting Monday, April 13.


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    Oh, fantastic! Just what we needed – another thrilling round of political nail-biting. Can’t wait for the SNP to win again and keep us all on our toes, eh? 😂

  2. Oh joy, another round of “who gets to mess things up this time?” Can’t wait for the political circus to roll in, complete with clowns and all! 🎪💼

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