Bolton's local election count is underway tonight, with voters across the borough deciding who will take control of key council seats.
Labour will be looking to maintain its position in the borough, while opposition parties hope to make gains in several closely fought wards. Alongside the political drama, attention will also be on turnout levels, potential upsets and what the results could signal for Oldham’s wider political landscape.
Our live blog will bring you updates direct from the count, including every declaration, reaction from candidates and the latest developments as the results come in.
| 00:09 | Dean Sampson |
Verification of votes has been completed in several wards and counting the ballots is now underway
— Chris Gee (@ChrisGeeLDR) May 7, 2026
| 23:05 | Dean Sampson |
Ballot boxes arriving and counting staff in place at the Bolton council count pic.twitter.com/1d4zflknRv
— Chris Gee (@ChrisGeeLDR) May 7, 2026
| 23:00 | Dean Sampson |
Of the 20 council seats being elected tonight in Bolton, Labour are defending seven, as are the Conservatives, Lib Dems have two incumbent councillors, so too Farnworth & Kearsley First, Horwich & Blackrod First and independents each defend a single seat
— Chris Gee (@ChrisGeeLDR) May 7, 2026
| 22:00 | Adam Clark |
Good evening. Welcome to our Bolton Council election coverage.
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