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BBC Politics6 May 2026

Postal vote error leaves 1,300 people without ballot papers ahead of Senedd election

After first blaming Royal Mail, Cardiff council now says some ballot packs have not been printed.

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BBC Politics6 May 2026

When will the elections results come in?

In Scotland and Wales counting will begin on Friday, while in England results are expected to start coming overnight.

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BBC Politics6 May 2026

What could Reading's housing situation look like?

With local elections taking place in Reading on Thursday, housing issues loom large for voters.

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BBC Politics6 May 2026

What could Reading's housing situation look like?

With local elections taking place in Reading on Thursday, housing issues loom large for voters.

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BBC Politics6 May 2026

Political parties make final pitches ahead of key elections

A final push for votes is under way on the last day of campaigning ahead of elections across England, Scotland and Wales.

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BBC Politics6 May 2026

Campaigning sprint finish ahead of elections around Britain tomorrow

A mesmerising mix of results are expected after candidates make their final pitches, our political editor writes.

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BBC Politics6 May 2026

Campaigning sprint finish ahead of elections around Britain tomorrow

A mesmerising mix of results are expected after candidates make their final pitches, our political editor writes.

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BBC Politics6 May 2026

Chris Mason: Campaign sprint ahead of elections around Britain tomorrow

A mesmerising mix of results are expected after candidates make their final pitches, our political editor writes.

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BBC Politics5 May 2026

No obligation to declare £5m gift, Farage says

The Reform UK leader says the gift was "purely private" and "wasn't political in any sense at all".

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BBC Politics5 May 2026

No obligation to declare £5m gift, Farage says

The Reform UK leader says the gift was "purely private" and "wasn't political in any sense at all".

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BBC Politics5 May 2026

What photo ID will you need to vote in the May elections?

Everyone voting in person in the local elections in England on 7 May will have to show valid photo ID.

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BBC Politics5 May 2026

Starmer to host Downing Street summit to address antisemitism

The prime minister will meet leaders from a number of sectors at Downing Street on Tuesday.

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