Reform UK to become majority party in Barnsley after historic election wins

Reform UK have become the majority party in Barnsley, toppling Labour’s long-held control.

A round of applause erupted through the Metrodome as the results of the Stairfoot ward were announced at around 5.30pm today (May 8).

Reform UK claimed all three seats in the ward, meaning that their total surpassed 32 councillors - enough to make a majority.

It is a historic moment, as for the first time since Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council was established in 1974 the Labour Party won’t have a majority.

Results are still coming in, however it has been a devastating day for Labour, who have faced losses across the country.

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