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What do the 2024 local elections really tell us about UK politics?
Local Government Chronicle's Sarah Calkin is our special guest, joining Anand and Paul to explain what these votes were all about and why they matter.
The parties should focus on substance as well as sales ahead of the election
Election fever is hotting up in the aftermath of the local elections.
MPs who change party allegiance
What happens when MPs change political parties?
How the next government should complete the job of English devolution
The next government must extend devolution to 85% of England to deliver meaningful and balanced economic growth.
Who runs Whitehall?
A data-led examination of the permanent secretaries and directors general in Whitehall’s 19 main ministerial departments.
SNP leadership: How was John Swinney selected as first minister of Scotland?
How did the SNP elect its leader?
Mayor of the West Midlands
On 2 May 2024, voters in Birmingham and six neighbouring local areas elected Richard Parker as the mayor of the West Midlands.
Mayor of London
On 2 May 2024, Sadiq Khan was elected mayor of London with 44% of the vote.
Mayor of Greater Manchester
On 2 May 2024, Andy Burnham was elected for the third time as mayor of Greater Manchester
Mayor of West Yorkshire
On 2 May 2024, voters elected Tracy Brabin as Mayor of West Yorkshire