Fact checks and analysis on the 2026 local elections taking place across England.
Politics
Dr Savitha Prakash says an image circulating on social media of her wearing a headscarf is fake, and that neither she nor Reform UK ever published it. Read
Politics
A real image posted by Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin on the campaign trail has been edited by social media users to change the supporters she’s standing with. Read
Politics
We’ve taken a look at what Reform UK and Nigel Farage said about council tax during last year’s local elections, as well as how Reform-led councils actually compare to others in England on council tax rises. Read
Politics
Full Fact is undertaking an ambitious range of activities to ensure that you, our audience are as well informed as possible. Read
A guide to voter ID requirements ahead of the 7 May local elections. Read
