Politics · 8 May 2026
Welsh Senedd counting begins as Labour braces for losses
Counting for the Welsh Senedd and Scottish Parliament elections began on Friday morning with Labour at risk of losing control of the Senedd for the first time in its history. Reform UK and Plaid Cymru are both expected to make significant gains in Wales, while the SNP defends its lead in Scotland. Final results from the Welsh and Scottish votes are not expected until later on Friday and Saturday.
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