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  <description>This is where you will find the latest UK politics betting news. With Labour back in power for the first time in 14 years, the Conservatives rebuilding after their election defeat and new MPs in the House of Commons from Reform UK, we should be in for an eventful time. 
Latest UK politics betting news
The Betfair Exchange odds on the next general election, prime minister, party leaders and more are a valuable indicator of what to expect when Britons vote. 
UK politics expert analysis and tips
Fortunes fluctuate fast in Westminster today so read political betting expert Paul Krishnamurty’s analysis of events, polls and other data as he explains how to profit from betting on UK politics. </description>
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      <title>Next Prime Minister Latest: Burnham the favourite after MP offers Manchester mayor a route back to Westminster </title>
      <description>With Keir Starmer under immense pressure at no.10, many are asking &#039;who will be the next UK Prime Minister?&#039; This is where you will get the latest news - according to punters on the Betfair Exchange - on Keir Starmer&#039;s exit date, who will succeed him as the next Labour leader and PM...

Burnham the strong favourite as Makersfield MP stands aside
Clear route back to Westminster for Burnham, current Mayor of Manchester
But winning Makerfield by-election will not be easy - Labour and Reform neck and neck in the betting

Get the latest Betfair Exchange odds on next PM


Starmer exit this summer backed as MPs call for him to go

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      <title>Next General Election: Hung parliament 5/8 after Reform council gains and Labour losses</title>
      <description>Who will win the next UK general election? Labour have a big majority in Westminster but have suffered a disastrous set of results at the 2026 local elections. Get the latest on what punters are backing on the Betfair Exchange as we cover the latest market moves in our live blog...</description>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>UK Local Elections 2026: Results show big gains for Reform and damaging Labour losses</title>
      <description>Get the Betfair prices for Thursday&#039;s Local Elections with the latest on how the Green Party, Labour and Reform are expected to perform...

Reform favourites to win most council seats on 7 May
Green Party also expected to perform well
Will Labour losses precipitate Keir Starmer exit?
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