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flag Reform UK took control of Worcestershire County Council in 2025, ending 20 years of Conservative rule, amid financial crisis and reorganization debates.

flag In 2025, Worcestershire saw a political shift as Reform UK gained minority control of the county council, ending two decades of Conservative rule, with 27 of 57 seats. flag Facing financial strain, the council warned of near-bankruptcy, prompting a proposed 4.99% council tax rise, potential sale of County Hall, and job cuts. flag A contentious push to delay May’s elections for a unitary authority plan drew criticism. flag Worcester City Council backed a two-unitary model, contrasting with the county’s One Worcestershire plan. flag Reform’s Jo Monk became council leader, Matt Lamb was elected mayor, and the council’s first cabinet meeting lasted just 20 minutes. flag The year also saw a £20 million government investment in Warndon, cancellation of a new secondary school, and a public consultation, Shape Worcestershire, on reorganisation.

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