General election latest news
Here are the latest news and updates on the upcoming general election in the United Kingdom:
Latest Polls:
- A YouGov poll published on May 24th shows the Conservative Party leading with 42% of the vote, followed by the Labour Party with 34%, the Liberal Democrats with 12%, and the Brexit Party with 6%.
- A Survation poll published on May 25th shows the Conservative Party leading with 43% of the vote, followed by the Labour Party with 35%, the Liberal Democrats with 11%, and the Brexit Party with 5%.
Key Issues:
- The economy and Brexit remain the top issues for voters, with 44% of respondents in a YouGov poll saying they are most concerned about the economy, and 26% saying they are most concerned about Brexit.
- The NHS is also a key issue, with 22% of respondents in a Survation poll saying it is their top concern.
Party Manifestos:
- The Conservative Party has launched its manifesto, which includes a promise to increase the National Living Wage to £10.50 per hour, and to increase funding for the NHS by £34 billion over the next five years.
- The Labour Party has launched its manifesto, which includes a promise to nationalize key industries such as energy and water, and to increase funding for the NHS by £26 billion over the next five years.
- The Liberal Democrats have launched their manifesto, which includes a promise to hold a second referendum on Brexit, and to increase funding for the NHS by £10 billion over the next five years.
Key Contests:
- The Conservative Party is defending 48 seats, including several key marginals such as Uxbridge and South Ruislip, and Chelmsford.
- The Labour Party is defending 36 seats, including several key marginals such as Birmingham Yardley, and Manchester Gorton.
- The Liberal Democrats are defending 11 seats, including several key marginals such as Cheltenham, and North East Fife.
Campaign Trail:
- The campaign trail has been marked by several high-profile events, including a debate between the leaders of the main parties, and a series of rallies and speeches by the party leaders.
- The Conservative Party has been criticized for its handling of the campaign, with several senior figures facing criticism for their comments on issues such as the NHS and Brexit.
- The Labour Party has been criticized for its handling of the campaign, with several senior figures facing criticism for their comments on issues such as the economy and nationalization.
Predictions:
- Many pundits are predicting a close election, with some predicting that the Conservative Party will win a majority, while others are predicting that the Labour Party will win a majority.
- Some are predicting that the Liberal Democrats will make significant gains, while others are predicting that they will lose seats.
Election Day:
- The general election will take place on December 12th.
- Polls will be open from 7am to 10pm.
- Voters will be able to cast their ballots at polling stations across the country.