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Elections 2023 results
England council results
157 of 230 councils. Counting under way.
- Labour 1,758 councillors 316 councillors gained
- Conservative 1,392 councillors 618 councillors lost
- Liberal Democrat 980 councillors 226 councillors gained
- Independents 563 councillors 53 councillors lost
- Green 276 councillors 145 councillors gained
- Residents' Association 52 councillors 6 councillors lost
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Tory losses mount as key battleground election results come in
Labour would have a nine-point lead over the Conservatives based on today's results, if all of Britain voted, the BBC projects.
Tory losses mount as key battleground election results come in
Labour would have a nine-point lead over the Conservatives based on today's results, if all of Britain voted, the BBC projects.
Chris Mason: Conservative sniping begins
Recrimination, even infighting, is already under way among the Tories, writes BBC political editor Chris Mason.
Labour and Lib Dems take seats from Tories
There's concern among Conservatives at the party's losses, with further results to come in the afternoon.
What it's like inside Russia 14 months after invasion
At first glance things may seem normal - until you look closer, says the BBC's Steve Rosenberg.
Kate greets crowds: 'The kids are excited but a bit nervous'
The King, Prince William and Kate have been meeting well-wishers near Buckingham Palace.
Covid global health emergency is over, WHO says
Covid-19 global health emergency is over, more than three years after being declared - WHO says
Wagner boss says he will pull troops out of Bakhmut
Yevgeny Prigozhin poses among dead mercenaries, blaming defence officials for lack of ammunition.
Man arrested after second mass shooting in Serbia
At least eight people are killed and several more injured in villages south of Belgrade.
Bunting, biscuits, beer - Brits spend on Coronation
The public is on course to shell out £200m on food and drink this weekend, one retail body predicts.
Fight after Russian snatches Ukrainian MP's flag
Russian Valery Stavitsky grabbed the banner after it was held up behind his colleague by a Ukrainian MP.
Drought prompts French ban on garden swimming pools
Pyrénées-Orientales will be officially declared at drought "crisis" level from 10 May.
Baby's death an unexpected shock, nurse tells jury
Lucy Letby, who is accused of murdering babies, tells a court one child's death left her "stunned".
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Tory losses mount as key battleground election results come in
Labour would have a nine-point lead over the Conservatives based on today's results, if all of Britain voted, the BBC projects.
Tory losses mount as key battleground election results come in
Labour would have a nine-point lead over the Conservatives based on today's results, if all of Britain voted, the BBC projects.
Chris Mason: Conservative sniping begins
Recrimination, even infighting, is already under way among the Tories, writes BBC political editor Chris Mason.
Labour and Lib Dems take seats from Tories
There's concern among Conservatives at the party's losses, with further results to come in the afternoon.
What it's like inside Russia 14 months after invasion
At first glance things may seem normal - until you look closer, says the BBC's Steve Rosenberg.
Kate greets crowds: 'The kids are excited but a bit nervous'
The King, Prince William and Kate have been meeting well-wishers near Buckingham Palace.
Covid global health emergency is over, WHO says
Covid-19 global health emergency is over, more than three years after being declared - WHO says
Wagner boss says he will pull troops out of Bakhmut
Yevgeny Prigozhin poses among dead mercenaries, blaming defence officials for lack of ammunition.
Man arrested after second mass shooting in Serbia
At least eight people are killed and several more injured in villages south of Belgrade.
Bunting, biscuits, beer - Brits spend on Coronation
The public is on course to shell out £200m on food and drink this weekend, one retail body predicts.
Fight after Russian snatches Ukrainian MP's flag
Russian Valery Stavitsky grabbed the banner after it was held up behind his colleague by a Ukrainian MP.
Drought prompts French ban on garden swimming pools
Pyrénées-Orientales will be officially declared at drought "crisis" level from 10 May.
Baby's death an unexpected shock, nurse tells jury
Lucy Letby, who is accused of murdering babies, tells a court one child's death left her "stunned".
Top Stories
Tory losses mount as key battleground election results come in
Labour would have a nine-point lead over the Conservatives based on today's results, if all of Britain voted, the BBC projects.
Tory losses mount as key battleground election results come in
Labour would have a nine-point lead over the Conservatives based on today's results, if all of Britain voted, the BBC projects.
Chris Mason: Conservative sniping begins
Recrimination, even infighting, is already under way among the Tories, writes BBC political editor Chris Mason.
Pre-school vaccine uptake in 'steady decline'
Around 15,000 children are not fully immunised against measles, mumps and rubella, a report finds.
Labour and Lib Dems take seats from Tories
There's concern among Conservatives at the party's losses, with further results to come in the afternoon.
'I want to be a role model for other deaf people'
The Deaf Arts Festival will tour Northern Ireland after premiering in Belfast this weekend.
What it's like inside Russia 14 months after invasion
At first glance things may seem normal - until you look closer, says the BBC's Steve Rosenberg.
The green fingers behind the Coronation's flowers
Shane Connolly's cut flower philosophy chimes perfectly with King Charles' eco credentials.
Coronation in 1953 'was a kaleidoscope of events'
A Limavady man recalls the procession of 1953 and a Rathfriland man shares his royal memorabilia.
Kate greets crowds: 'The kids are excited but a bit nervous'
The King, Prince William and Kate have been meeting well-wishers near Buckingham Palace.
King, William and Kate greet well-wishers ahead of Coronation
Charles will later welcome international dignitaries to Buckingham Palace ahead of the big day on Saturday.
Covid global health emergency is over, WHO says
Covid-19 global health emergency is over, more than three years after being declared - WHO says
Wagner boss says he will pull troops out of Bakhmut
Yevgeny Prigozhin poses among dead mercenaries, blaming defence officials for lack of ammunition.
Man arrested after second mass shooting in Serbia
At least eight people are killed and several more injured in villages south of Belgrade.
Bunting, biscuits, beer - Brits spend on Coronation
The public is on course to shell out £200m on food and drink this weekend, one retail body predicts.
Top Stories
Tory losses mount as key battleground election results come in
Labour would have a nine-point lead over the Conservatives based on today's results, if all of Britain voted, the BBC projects.
Tory losses mount as key battleground election results come in
Labour would have a nine-point lead over the Conservatives based on today's results, if all of Britain voted, the BBC projects.
Chris Mason: Conservative sniping begins
Recrimination, even infighting, is already under way among the Tories, writes BBC political editor Chris Mason.
Labour and Lib Dems take seats from Tories
There's concern among Conservatives at the party's losses, with further results to come in the afternoon.
What it's like inside Russia 14 months after invasion
At first glance things may seem normal - until you look closer, says the BBC's Steve Rosenberg.
Police officers ordered to shave off beards
The force said it was necessary so officers and staff could wear protective FFP3 masks.
Kate greets crowds: 'The kids are excited but a bit nervous'
The King, Prince William and Kate have been meeting well-wishers near Buckingham Palace.
King, William and Kate greet well-wishers ahead of Coronation
Charles will later welcome international dignitaries to Buckingham Palace ahead of the big day on Saturday.
Construction begins at Highland spaceport site
Forres-based Orbex has proposed launching up to 12 rockets a year from Sutherland Spaceport.
Covid global health emergency is over, WHO says
Covid-19 global health emergency is over, more than three years after being declared - WHO says
Wagner boss says he will pull troops out of Bakhmut
Yevgeny Prigozhin poses among dead mercenaries, blaming defence officials for lack of ammunition.
Man arrested after second mass shooting in Serbia
At least eight people are killed and several more injured in villages south of Belgrade.
Bunting, biscuits, beer - Brits spend on Coronation
The public is on course to shell out £200m on food and drink this weekend, one retail body predicts.
Top Stories
Tory losses mount as key battleground election results come in
Labour would have a nine-point lead over the Conservatives based on today's results, if all of Britain voted, the BBC projects.
Tory losses mount as key battleground election results come in
Labour would have a nine-point lead over the Conservatives based on today's results, if all of Britain voted, the BBC projects.
Chris Mason: Conservative sniping begins
Recrimination, even infighting, is already under way among the Tories, writes BBC political editor Chris Mason.
Delivery driver murder accused appears in court
Christopher Elgafari appeared in court charged with the murder of Mark Lang.
Labour and Lib Dems take seats from Tories
There's concern among Conservatives at the party's losses, with further results to come in the afternoon.
Ed Sheeran co-writer's relief at copyright victory
Songwriter Amy Wadge from Rhondda Cynon Taf says she "just stopped crying" over win.
What it's like inside Russia 14 months after invasion
At first glance things may seem normal - until you look closer, says the BBC's Steve Rosenberg.
Kate greets crowds: 'The kids are excited but a bit nervous'
The King, Prince William and Kate have been meeting well-wishers near Buckingham Palace.
Woman heartbroken after dog's cattle grid death
A dog owner is calling for a cattle grid to be removed after her pet became trapped in it and died.
King, William and Kate greet well-wishers ahead of Coronation
Charles will later welcome international dignitaries to Buckingham Palace ahead of the big day on Saturday.
Covid global health emergency is over, WHO says
Covid-19 global health emergency is over, more than three years after being declared - WHO says
Wagner boss says he will pull troops out of Bakhmut
Yevgeny Prigozhin poses among dead mercenaries, blaming defence officials for lack of ammunition.
Man arrested after second mass shooting in Serbia
At least eight people are killed and several more injured in villages south of Belgrade.
Bunting, biscuits, beer - Brits spend on Coronation
The public is on course to shell out £200m on food and drink this weekend, one retail body predicts.
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