Aberdeen South

Nigel Farage claims the Tories are 'finished' and dismisses Kemi Badenoch's victory in Aberdeen South as a 'protest vote'. He also defends Reform's loss in Makerfield.

Andy Burnham secured a significant victory in the Makerfield by-election, prompting speculation about removing Sir Keir Starmer as Labour leader. The article explores whether Labour's leadership or rivals like Wes Streeting could initiate a 'bloodless coup' and examines potential Conservative gains and SNP challenges.

The Conservatives defeated the Scottish National Party in the Aberdeen South by-election, focusing on opposition to oil and gas drilling restrictions. The win marked a significant shift in the Scottish seat, with 14,308 Conservative votes compared to 8,258 for the SNP. Kemi Badenoch, the Tory leader, emphasized North Sea oil as critical to the region's economy.

The Scottish Conservatives won the Aberdeen South by-election, defeating the Scottish National Party (SNP). The loss is attributed to voter backlash against the SNP over Peter Murrell’s theft of £400,000 in party funds. SNP’s Stephen Flynn stepped down from the seat to take a position in Holyrood.

The Conservative Party won the by-election in Aberdeen South. Sky News reported the breaking news.

The article previews three pivotal UK by-elections in Makerfield, Aberdeen South, and Arbroath & Broughty Ferry, highlighting their potential to reshape British politics. It discusses the Conservatives' strategy in Aberdeen South, the SNP's challenge from Labour in Arbroath, and Makerfield's significance as a closely watched contest. The piece also touches on UK-EU summit tensions and the cabinet's possible future without Keir Starmer.