Ann McGauran 14 May 2026

Reform UK unlikely to enter 'formal coalitions' on councils

Reform UK is unlikely to join ‘formal coalitions' to run councils, a leading party figure has told The MJ.

After May 7 Reform UK is the largest party in four authorities - Norfolk, Bradford, Birmingham and, jointly with the Liberal Democrats, West Sussex - without clear majorities.

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Reform UK unlikely to enter 'formal coalitions' on councils

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