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Thread #168430   Message #4145367
Posted By: DMcG
25-Jun-22 - 02:41 AM
Thread Name: BS: Brexit & other UK political topics
Subject: RE: BS: Brexit & other UK political topics
I do think there is a big risk of over-optimism from Labour about the Wakefield result, but I would not rely too heavily on the number of votes cast. The number of votes in by-elections is generally substantially lower than in general elections. Nevertheless, I do support Steve's caution that this not looking strong enough to suggest a Labour majority - or maybe not even a hung Parliament - as it stands. In addition, I think if Johnson is replaced before an election a lot of the anger against the Tories will fall away and the battles will be much tougher.