Everyone is asking what the local election results tell us about the next general election. Judging by the figures themselves, there is a one-word answer to that question. Nothing. Everything depends on the economics and the politics between now and then – and the link between them.
Will fresh ministerial scandals derail Sunak’s ability to recover?
Trust in politicians fell to a record low during Partygate. Sunak’s priority now must be to move the conversation on from scandals and focus on delivering the public’s priorities.