Swindon Labour candidates averaged 31.0% of the vote in the 2010 local election compared to only 24.4% in 2008.  Mark Dempsey stunningly captured a seat in Parks ward, and newcomer Rochelle Russell comfortably beat off all challengers, including the BNP to win Gorse Hill for Labour.  Overall the Tory share of the vote dropped by [...]

Sarah Bush performed exceptionally well in the local elections on Friday – recording 1398 votes – only 460 votes short of the leader of the Conservative Group Rod Bluh. This represents an increase in the Labour share of the vote of 12.3% – a tremendous achievement. Congratulations to Sarah and all her [...]