In a significant political shift, the Liberal Democrats have gained control of Dorset Council from the Conservatives in the recent local elections. The Lib Dems now hold 32 seats, an increase of 10 seats, while the Conservatives have 19 seats, reflecting a loss of 10. Other parties' seat allocations include the Greens with 4 seats (up by 1), Independents with 2 seats (down by 1), and Labour maintaining their 2 seats. This change marks a notable comeback for the Lib Dems in the West Country, as highlighted by leader Edward Davey, who described the victory as 'historic'.
Lib Dems win Dorset Council from Conservatives https://t.co/U783M2EANt
Lib Dems win Dorset Council from Conservatives https://t.co/BGU8C4DXD3 #bbcsouthnews
The Lib Dems have won a majority on Dorset Council, taking control from the Conservatives. Follow local election results across the South ➡️ https://t.co/8guef9C6Ty https://t.co/OwQf2nZrm2
🚨 NEW: Lib Dems GAIN Dorset Council from Conservatives *🟠 LDM: 32 (+10) 🔵 CON: 19 (-10) 🟢 GRN: 4 (+1) ⚪️ INDP: 2 (-1) 🔴 LAB: 2 (=) Change w/ 2019 *Current seats
NEW: Big moment for the Lib Dems- they take control of Dorset Council from the Conservatives. @EdwardJDavey: “The Lib Dems are badk in the West Country. This is an historic result.”
Conservative Dorset Council falls to the Liberal Democrats #LocalElection2024 https://t.co/e0Sz9jvOfH