- Reform UK has gained control of Havering Council in east London, securing at least 28 of the 55 available seats, thereby displacing the previous majority held by resident and ratepayer groups.
- Nigel Farage expressed his satisfaction with Reform UK's local election results, describing the outcome as an "historic shift in British politics" and asserting that Reform UK is now the most national party.
- Farage dismissed suggestions that the party's success was merely a protest vote, arguing that Labour and the Conservatives are being "wiped out" in their traditional strongholds.
- He pledged that Reform UK would offer "good value for money" for local councils, acknowledging their financial challenges but refraining from promising "miracles."
- Sir Keir Starmer conceded that Labour experienced a "tough" night in the local elections but affirmed his commitment to remain Prime Minister and continue working towards the changes he promised.
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