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'Starmer's done nothing for the country': Why one heartland council abandoned Labour

In Barnsley, south Yorkshire, 50 years of Labour rule ended on Friday with Reform UK taking control.

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In Barnsley, south Yorkshire, 50 years of Labour rule ended on Friday with Reform UK taking control.

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Published by source: 2026-05-09T12:33:52+00:00

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