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flag Labour's election delays, backed by Wilson's legacy, aim to save funds and avoid short-lived councils, critics say.

flag Former Labour Prime Minister Harold Wilson would likely support recent election delays, according to Paul Geater, who frames the move as a pragmatic step to avoid wasting public funds and disrupting critical reforms. flag Geater argues Labour blocked Andy Burnham’s by-election run to protect its regional mayoral influence, particularly in the Northern Powerhouse initiative, prioritizing long-term strategy over short-term gains. flag He contends that postponing local elections prevents the creation of short-lived councils and aligns with Wilson’s focus on achievable governance. flag While the decisions face criticism over democratic concerns, Geater asserts they reflect Wilson’s legacy of modernizing Britain through practical politics.

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