Sheffield City Council leader Tom Hunt ousted in dramatic local election upset
By David Walsh
Published 8th May 2026, 14:23 GMT
Updated 8th May 2026, 14:23 GMT
The Green party have gained a seat in Walkley
The leader of Sheffield City Council has lost his seat.
Tom Hunt has been ousted in Walkley by the Greens in one of the biggest upsets in the local elections so far.
Mr Hunt had been leader since May 2023, taking over after Terry Fox resigned.
The result means Sheffield City Council will have a new leader by the end of the count.
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