# Labour’s terrible night as Reform & Greens surge

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Podcast: [James O'Brien Daily](https://stenobird.com/podcast/james-o-brien-daily-7140035)
Published: 2026-05-08T14:40:00+00:00
Episode link: https://james-obrien-daily.captivate.fm
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## Resource

Britain’s political map is shifting, and Labour is feeling the backlash. The party has lost many council seats across the country, even in traditional strongholds. With gains for Reform and The Green Party, a big question looms: was Labour wrong to tact to the right, or is something deeper reshaping politics? Who’s gaining momentum, who’s on the back foot, and what do these first signals tell us about the road to 2026? This episode was recorded on the 8th of May. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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