Sunderland, England, UK. 8th May, 2026. Members of Reform UK react after the declaration of results at Silksworth Community Pool, Tennis and Wellness Centre during the Sunderland City Council local election count on Friday 8th May 2026. Results were announced overnight following voting across Sunderland in the local elections. (Photo by Lewis Langstaff-Wood/Alamy)

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