Bury loss bad news for Labour

Bury loss bad news for Labour

Bury loss bad news for Labour

The Conservatives have seized control of Bury, indicating major progress in their effort to win over the north-east vote.

Labour lost four seats out of the 17 which were up for grabs in Bury, while the Conservatives gained three to take their tally to 26 – just enough to take control.

Analysts had singled out the Bury vote as a key indicator of the Tories’ electoral progress, as inroads here would suggest an ability to make headway in Labour’s traditional heartlands.

The Liberal Democrats gained a seat, taking their tally up to nine.