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Michael Gove: Local Election Delay Will Backfire On Labour

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January 15, 2026

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“Postponing an election because you think that you might lose…normally results in you facing an even more profound whack in the face from the electorate.”

Delayed local elections will backfire on Labour, says former cabinet minister Michael Gove.

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