This Was Forced on Me!’ Furious Mum Slams Labour Over Election Delay That Stole Her Vote

Jane, 63, told GB News that she feels her right to vote for her local councillor has been taken away. 

A frustrated mother is demanding answers from her local MP after learning she won’t be able to vote in the May elections. 

This happened after Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner announced that some councils were allowed to delay their elections as part of Labour’s plan to change 18 two-tier councils in England into single-tier councils. 

Out of 18 councils that requested a delay, only nine were approved, including Jane’s local council in Essex. 

Jane, a long-time Conservative voter who switched to Reform UK last year, was eager to vote for her new party in Castle Point. 

She was hopeful, as polls suggested Reform UK could win the seat currently held by Conservative MP Rebecca Harris if an election were held now. 

However, due to Labour’s restructuring plans, her local council will merge with Southend and Thurrock, meaning elections will be postponed until May 2026. 

Jane is furious. She told GB News, “My right as a citizen to vote for my local councillor has been taken away.” 

She contacted her local MP about it but hasn’t received a response. 

“I sent an email with my name and address, but I haven’t heard back,” she said. 

She is especially upset because she believes the decision was made without consulting the local people. 

“This was forced on us. I had no say. There was no letter informing me,” she added. 

Reform UK has criticized the decision, accusing Labour of working with the Conservatives to block their party’s success in key areas. 

Jane is even considering not paying her council tax until she gets answers. 

“I’m keeping that money aside. Until I know it’s illegal to refuse, I won’t pay,” she said. 

Local council leaders argue that delaying the election will help ensure a smooth transition to the new system, avoiding extra costs and disruptions. 

Meanwhile, Reform UK claims the move is a political strategy to stop their growing support. 

GB News has reached out to Castle Point Borough Council for a response.