Labour is facing accusations of undemocratic behavior after confirming that local elections in parts of England could be delayed until 2027. The decision comes as the party faces falling poll numbers and a surge in support for Reform UK, prompting critics to describe the move as “acting like a third-world dictator.”
Local elections, originally planned for May 2024, are now expected to be postponed in areas including Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent, Lancashire, and Sussex. Labour has justified the decision as part of council “restructuring,” arguing that some councils may cease to exist under new local authority plans. Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner said the move was part of a wider devolution strategy to give…..Read Full Story Here……………..