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7 February 2025

5463 GB adults surveyed

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Some local councils in England that were scheduled to have elections this May are being reorganised, with new arrangements for elected mayors or unitary authorities expected to be introduced next year. Do you think that local elections in those areas should go ahead this year or be delayed until next year when new council arrangements have been decided?

Conducted 7 February 2025

YouGov surveyed 5463 GB adults

43%
27%
30%
Some local councils in England that were scheduled to have elections this May are being reorganised, with new arrangements for elected mayors or unitary authorities expected to be introduced next year. Do you think that local elections in those areas should go ahead this year or be delayed until next year when new council arrangements have been decided?

Conducted 7 February 2025

YouGov surveyed 5463 GB adults

By:
43%
27%
30%

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