Editorial: The Guardian

• The surprising defeat of the Conservative West Midlands mayor, Andy Street, indicates a shift in British politics in favour of the Labour party.
• Mr. Street, a locally popular and non-ideological figure, was unable to escape the anti-conservative mood sweeping the nation.
• The defeat of the Conservatives suggests that the country simply wants the Tories out.
• Calls for a rightward shift by some in the Conservative party could aid Labour and the Liberal Democrats in attracting moderate conservative voters.
• The Labour party shows great progress, but still has work to do to secure a deal with the electorate.
• The biggest shifts towards Labour were seen in the biggest leave-voting areas, where Brexit had driven a wedge between the party and formerly loyal voters.
• Victories in 10 out of 11 mayoral races further solidified the party’s national influence.

Conclusion: The local elections results confirm that Britain is on the threshold of change, potentially towards something new and better.

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