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Election 2024: Labour wins decisive victory in anti-incumbent revolt

Labour has won a decisive victory in the 2024 General Election, delivering a hammer blow to the Conservative government.

The result is a major upset, with the Conservatives losing dozens of seats and Labour gaining control of the House of Commons.

The election was widely seen as a referendum on the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has left the UK with one of the highest death tolls in Europe. Labour leader Keir Starmer campaigned on a promise to "fix the mess" left by the Conservatives, and his message clearly resonated with voters.

The Conservatives have been in power for 12 years, and the election result suggests that voters are tired of their rule. The party has been dogged by a series of scandals, including allegations of corruption and sleaze.

The Labour victory is a major boost for Starmer, who has been leader of the party for just over a year. He will now be tasked with forming a government and delivering on his promises to the electorate.

The New York Times