Pendle

Pendle is not explicitly mentioned in the provided articles. However, Lancashire, the county with the highest number of reinstated council elections, is facing political uncertainty. Labour figures within Lancashire are expressing significant concern about the party's prospects in the upcoming May polls. This anxiety stems from a recent U-turn by the government regarding the planned postponement of these elections, which were initially anticipated to be delayed pending a reorganisation of local government and a shift towards unitary authorities. The local government secretary's decision to proceed with the elections has triggered fears within the Labour party that they could face substantial losses, potentially being 'annihilated' at the polls. This situation highlights the volatile political landscape in Lancashire and the challenges faced by the Labour party in maintaining its support base within the region.