Glimmer of hope for Rishi Sunak as polls show Tory mayors in Tees Valley and ... trends now
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Rishi Sunak was given a boost ahead of local elections today as polls showed the Tories could cling on in two crucial mayoral contests.
YouGov found Ben Houchen seven points ahead as he tries to win a third term in Tees Valley.
Meanwhile, Andy Street has a slender advantage over Labour rival Richard Parker as he bids to stay in office in the West Midlands.
The positive signs could mean the PM has some good news to trumpet from what is predicted to be an otherwise grim night for the Conservatives.
Experts believe that the party is on track to lose upwards of 400 council seats, while Sadiq Khan is ahead in the London mayor battle - although Tory Susan Hall seems to be narrowing the gap.
YouGov found Ben Houchen seven points ahead as he tries to win a third term in Tees Valley
Meanwhile, Andy Street has a slender advantage over Labour rival Richard Parker as he bids to stay in office in the West Midlands
Victory by Mr Street would give Rishi Sunak positive news to cling to on what is likely to be an otherwise grim night
