Author: RICHARD SANDERS

The recent election on July 4 has shaken up British politics, with Green, independent, and Workers Party candidates emerging as Labour’s main challengers in 57 constituencies. This surge marks a significant shift in the political landscape, signaling a potential threat to the new government’s majority. Although only winning five seats, the Reform party secured 14.3% of the vote, hinting at a possible future akin to Italy or France’s parliamentary results. The Greens and Left-wing independents, including Jeremy Corbyn, captured a combined 10% of the vote, with the Greens triumphing in four seats. In key constituencies like Bristol Central, Labour faced…