Voters in Wandsworth in London have had their say in the 2026 local elections.

Seats on Wandsworth London Borough Council were up for election in the wards of Balham, Battersea Park, East Putney, Falconbrook, Furzedown, Lavender, Nine Elms, Northcote, Roehampton, Shaftesbury & Queenstown, South Balham, Southfields, St Mary’s, Thamesfield, Tooting Bec, Tooting Broadway, Trinity, Wandle, Wandsw^{orth Common, Wandsworth Town, West Hill, and West Putney.}

All 58 seats on Wandsworth London Borough Council were up for grabs, with each ward represented by either two or three councillors.

Before the 2026 election, the London borough council was run by Labour, who had 34 seats.

Councillors have been elected in all 32 London boroughs, with a total of 1,817 seats up for grabs. London borough elections take place every four years.

Polls closed at 10pm on Thursday, May 7, with the count taking place overnight. Results for the Wandsworth local elections are due from 4am on Friday morning.

In total, more than 5,000 council seats were up for grabs across 136 local authorities in England on election day. Mayoral elections also took place in six areas.

Below you can see the full results for every seat up for election in Wandsworth. You can select your ward from the drop-down list.

Mr Burnham had been expected to address the second annual Festival of Childhood in Manchester on the morning after the elections, but on Thursday evening organisers said he had been replaced by Caroline Simpson, group chief executive of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority.

This is how the parade went in photographs.

York City set off from St Leonards Place during the bus parade on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Tom Poole)

Ian Hillman, Stephen Spencer and Maureen Spencer – some of the first fans to arrive in Exhibition Square ahead of the York City parade on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Dylan Connell)

York City fans Aaron Yates and Stephen Robinson before the parade (Image: Dylan Connell)

York City fans before the parade with Lewis Wilkinson, second from right (Image: Dylan Connell)

York City fans before the parade on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Dylan Connell)

York City fans before the parade on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Dylan Connell)

York City fans before the parade on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Dylan Connell)

York City set off from St Leonard’s place on their bus parade on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Dylan Connell)

York City during the bus parade on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Tom Poole)

York City parade in front of York Minster on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Dylan Connell)

York City cross Lendal Bridge during the bus parade on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Tom Poole)

York City cross Lendal Bridge during the bus parade on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Tom Poole)

York City’s bus parade crosses Lendal Bridge on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Dylan Connell)

York City co-chair Julie-Anne Uggla on the parade bus on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Dylan Connell)

York City arrive at the Eye of York during the bus parade on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Dylan Connell)

York City fans welcome the Minstermen at the Eye of York (Image: Dylan Connell)

York City fans welcome the parade at the Eye of York on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Kieran Delaney)

York City mascot Yorkie celebrates at the Eye of York on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Alice Kavanagh)

York City arrive at the Eye of York on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Alice Kavanagh)

York City fans welcome the parade at the Eye of York on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Kieran Delaney)

(L-R) Joe Felix, Josh Stones, Tyrese Sinclair on the top of the York City bus during the parade (Image: Alice Kavanagh)

York City fans welcome the parade at the Eye of York on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Kieran Delaney)

York City arrive at the Eye of York on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Kieran Delaney)

Player Tyrese Sinclair, media manager Ed Simpson, co-chair Matthew Uggla and captain Callum Howe hold the National League trophy outside the Dubliner pub on Thursday (May 7) (Image: Maxine Gordon)

Pirks has hosted some of the biggest sports moments in recent history, including coverage for four World Cups and four Olympic Games.

But now, the presenter has revealed that she is leaving the BBC after her daughter made her realise it’s time to start something new.

BBC presenter quits TV after 13 years

Pirks explained how her daughter drew a heartbreaking picture that made the BBC star rethink her life.

Sharing in an Instagram post: “In two weeks, I’m leaving the job I always dreamed of having.

“Here’s why: Twenty-plus years in broadcasting four World Cups, four Olympic Games, countless major finals.

“By every measure, I made it.

“But my daughter once drew a picture of me that is burned in my memory.”

Sharing a photo of her daughter’s drawing, Pirks explained: “I was laying down (pregnant) and working on my phone.

“She was just four years old.

“And she was right.

“Successful on paper.

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“Spinning plates in real life.

“Good at your job but your own harshest critic, missing key moments with your family, wondering if this is really it?

“I SEE YOU.

“Here’s what these decades have actually taught me: Your job is the most important of the least important things.

“I’m running towards balance and presence, using all the skills I’ve learned in 25 years in the media.”

The BBC star, who joined the broadcaster in 2013, added that she wants to find “peace” in her career.

Sharing: “Have you ever felt like there is a whole other life out there for you? That you are still ambitious and have plenty to give but crave more peace in your work?

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“Let me know in the comments if I’m not alone and follow if you can relate.

“The best is just beginning…”

During Pirke’s time on the BBC, she covered events like the men’s Euros campaigns and the Lionesses Euro 2022 win.

She also worked on World Cups in South Africa, Brazil, Russia and Qatar and the London 2012 Olympics.

Will you miss seeing Natalie Pirks on BBC Sport? Let us know in the comments.

Ken Doherty would rather not have to play Ronnie O’Sullivan in the World Seniors Snooker Championship, but does still feel it is a ‘treat’ to take on the Rocket at the Crucible.

The two former world champions will meet in the second round of the tournament on Friday afternoon after Doherty edged Gerard Greene in his opener on Thursday.

56-year-old Doherty first played in the World Seniors Championship in 2010, while this is O’Sullivan’s debut in the event at 50.

The seven-time world champion is eligible to play after the termination of the partnership between World Seniors Snooker and World Snooker Tour last year, which meant that any player over 40 can now play in Seniors events, irrelevant of world rankings.

O’Sullivan is, unsurprisingly, now runaway favourite to lift the trophy on debut, although other leading professionals have taken advantage of the rule change, including Ali Carter and Stuart Bingham.

Doherty was runner-up in the World Seniors Championship in 2020 and ’24, but his chances of landing the title for the first time have now taken a huge blow.

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He accepts that there has been a change to ‘the dynamics of the tournament’ and admits he’d rather not be playing the Rocket, but understands the commercial benefit of the sport’s leading star.

‘Listen, to have him in the tournament is obviously going to attract a lot of attention,’ Doherty told Metro. ‘It’s going to attract a lot of ticket sales, and I don’t know how much he wants to win. That’s up to himself.

‘I’d rather not play him, if I’m honest. I’d rather be playing somebody else, but it is what it is, and listen, I’m just going to go and enjoy it. I’m not expecting too much, and we’ll just see what happens.’

Doherty and O’Sullivan first played in 1992 and most recently met on the professional tour at the International Championship in 2023.

Like most, the Irishman has lost more than he’s won against the Rocket, but has picked up some very big victories over him.

‘I played Ronnie in China not so long ago, but I think the last time I competed with Ronnie, that’s a long, long time ago,’ said Doherty.

‘I’ve never played him at the Crucible, all the years I’ve played him, I played him in the Masters and in the UK, and I’ve beaten him in both, but that was a long, long time ago, when I was a lot younger.

‘He’s the greatest player that’s ever played the game, and I’m just going to go and enjoy it. It would be a treat to play him at the Crucible.’

Doherty’s win over Greene came via a black ball shootout to prosper 4-3, with the World Seniors Championship going straight to the re-spot at 3-3.

‘My heart was pumping, I know that,’ said the 1997 world champ. ‘At our age, it’s not good for the ticker! It might be good for the spectators and for the TV. No, but it was nice to get through.’

On innovations being used in the Seniors, he added: ‘I like it. I mean, it’s a harsh way to lose, but I think I can see the value in it.

‘Actually, do you know something? I’d love to see them give the ball-in-hand for a foul as well. That would speed things up and it would make it a little bit better. But no, I really enjoy it.’

World Seniors Snooker Championship schedule

Wednesday May 6

7pm
Craig Stedman 4-0 Neal Jones
Tony Drago 2-4 Roger Farebrother
Followed by
Igor Figueiredo 4-2 Mohamed Elkhayat
Reanne Evans 4-2 Aaron Canavan

Thursday May 7

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12pm
Peter Lines 4-2 Anthony Hamilton
Ken Doherty 4-3 Gerard Greene
Followed by
Jimmy White 4-1 Daniel Ward
Dominic Dale 4-0 Wayne Townsend

Round Two
7pm
Robert Milkins 4-3 Jimmy White
Matthew Stevens vs Dominic Dale
Followed by
Alfie Burden vs Igor Figueiredo
Ali Carter vs Roger Farebrother

Friday May 8

12pm
Stuart Bingham vs Peter Lines
Nigel Bond vs Craig Steadman
Followed by
Ronnie O’Sullivan vs Ken Doherty
Joe Perry vs Aaron Canavan

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A warning has been issued by a country park stating that it can cause “serious damage”

A Cambridgeshire country park has issued a warning after goldfish were found dumped in a lake at the park. The Environment Agency attended Milton Country Park near Cambridge after the abandoned fish were found in Halls Pool.

The Environment Agency removed the fish to prevent the spread of disease and cross-breeding with existing wildlife. A spokesperson for Milton County Park said: “It might seem harmless—but releasing fish, frogs, or other aquatic animals into lakes and ponds can cause serious damage to the environment.”

The spokesperson warned: “Introducing fish or fish spawn into any water without proper authorisation is illegal. Without the correct permits, you must not release fish or fish spawn into a fishery, remove fish (unless using a rod and line under angling rules), or be in possession of fish intended for release.”

Penalties can lead to hefty fines of up to £50,000 for illegal introductions.

The spokesperson added: “If you can no longer care for aquatic animals, please seek responsible alternatives—never release them into the wild.”

Milton Country park offers a family-friendly green space and outdoor activity centre. It has woodland, lakes, a cafe and numerous activities such as fishing and paddleboarding.

Half of them would be sold on the open market

Plans for 84 new homes with heat pumps on the outskirts of Carmarthen have been unveiled. Housebuilder Lovell Partnerships Ltd wants to build them in a field off Ffordd Pendre, west of the town centre and north of the A40.

Half of them would be for sale on the open market and the other half would be available for social rent or low cost home ownership. They’d range from one-bed to four-bed, and access would be via a roundabout at Ffordd Pendre.

A design and access statement submitted as part of Lovell Partnerships’ planning application to Carmarthenshire Council said air source heat pumps would heat all the 84 homes, along with a system which captured heat from shower waste water to further boost energy efficiency.

The properties would also have electric vehicle charging points, and solar panels would be installed on the homes for social rent. Over a quarter of the eight-acre development site would comprise open spaces, play areas, paths, new planting and surface water soakaways. New hedges and 155 trees are proposed.

The plans aim to create a neighbourhood that “will set a quality precedent in the rapidly-developing wider area,” said the design and access statement, and a place residents would be proud to call home. Stay informed on Carms news by signing up to our newsletter here

The development land in question is part of a much larger site allocated for 1,100 new homes, a school, employment areas and recreation space.

The design and access statement said 157 parking spaces were proposed at the Lovell Partnerships site, plus 235 bike spaces. It added that there were bus stops on Ffordd Pendre but no buses serving them as yet. A transport assessment on the applicant’s behalf said the impact of the extra traffic on the surrounding road network would be negligible.

People and groups have been consulted on the plans at a pre-application stage. A person living nearby asked about potential impacts on privacy, air quality, the value of their house and whether the transport assessment accounted for other developments nearby.

The applicant’s response was that the transport assessment examined the impact of the 84-home proposal now and in the future including on the Ffordd Pendre-A40 eastbound junction. Council planning officers are considering the application.