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The UK's local elections matter. This Is Why.
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May 6, 2026
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22:54Now PlayingMillions of people are preparing to head to the polls across Britain on Thursday.
They'll be voting for thousands of local council seats in England - while people in Scotland and Wales will elect members of their respective devolved parliaments.
But the results could have a huge impact on national politics. So, what happens to the prime minister if Labour loses as badly as expected? And does a good night for the Greens or Reform UK really mean they are banging on the door of Number 10?
Niall previews what to expect at the polls with Cathy Newman - host of the Cathy Newman Show on Sky News from 7pm on Monday to Thursday.
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