US EditionReform UK announce new leader of county council
- Reform UK secured a majority on Lancashire County Council by capturing 53 out of the 84 available seats in the elections held on 1 May 2025.
- The party's victory followed dissatisfaction with the Conservatives, who had held the council since 2017, and involved winning key seats from Conservative and Labour leaders.
- Stephen Atkinson, who defected from the Conservatives and represents Ribble Valley South West, is expected to be ratified as the new council leader at a full council meeting on 22 May.
- Atkinson secured 2,174 votes and expressed his strong commitment to Lancashire, emphasizing his eagerness to begin improving the quality of services provided to all local residents.
- Reform UK's control signals a major political shift in Lancashire and may result in policy changes focused on residents' priorities under Atkinson's leadership.
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