Thursday, May 21Thursday, May 21The 2026 elections for the Scottish Parliament are part of a broader set of votes across the UK, including local elections in England and parliamentary elections in Wales. These elections are seen as a significant test for UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Labour Party, with early results indicating heavy losses for Labour in England. The Scottish Parliament results are expected to be announced from midday on Friday, 08.05.2026, following the closure of polls on Thursday .
The elections in Scotland, alongside those in Wales and England, are described as having the potential to "transform Great Britain’s political landscape" and could have repercussions for Starmer’s leadership . Counting for the Scottish Parliament votes began the morning after polling day, with final results expected later in the day . The outcome of the Scottish Parliament elections is closely watched as a barometer of public sentiment toward the UK government and devolved administrations.
> Background: **Scottish Parliament election 2026 Polls show tight race with SNP leading** — *1 days ago*
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