Vicious UK Local Election Campaign Reflects High Stakes

An observer notes the unprecedented viciousness of the current local election campaign in the UK, attributing it to politicians' desperate fight for a win and the significant impact of midterm defeats.

6 May, 05:00 — 6 May, 05:00

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The IndependentMostly Factual3h ago

Voices: This is already the most vicious local election campaign I can remember – and I think I know why

A big win is a prize politicians seem willing to fight for more desperately than ever, and no wonder – I have seen firsthand the damage a ‘midterm’ defeat can do, says Cleo Watson

By Cleo Watson

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Vicious UK Local Election Campaign Reflects High Stakes

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Voices: This is already the most vicious local election campaign I can remember – and I think I know why

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