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The IndependentThursday, 7 May 2026
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Starmer’s plea for votes as Labour braces for disaster
PM makes last-ditch appeal for voters in today’s local elections to choose ‘unity over division’, as YouGov poll predicts Reform pushing Labour into distant second place in England – and third in Scotland
The paper focuses on Keir Starmer's defensive position and internal party pressure on local election day, highlighting dire polling predictions.
Local elections are taking place across the UK. Keir Starmer is currently Prime Minister, but recent polling suggests significant electoral challenges for the Labour Party, with the Reform party gaining ground.
“Labour braces for disaster”
“Focusing on electoral jeopardy”
Yes, I am judging you if you insist on swilling 5am pints at the airport
A lighthearted opinion piece commenting on airport drinking habits.
British doctor airlifted from virus ship ‘stable’ as outbreak linked to birdwatching
More evacuations from MV Hondius in Cape Verde yesterday as onboard cases of hantavirus rose to eight
Provides an update on a medical evacuation from a cruise ship experiencing a virus outbreak.
TRUMP WARNS IRAN: MAKE DEAL OR STRIKES WILL RESUME AT EVEN ‘HIGHER LEVEL’
Reports a threatening statement from Donald Trump directed at Iran regarding military strikes.
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