Labour is set to end 14 years of Conservative rule in a landslide victory, as indicated by the exit poll for the UK election.
The exit poll, conducted by Ipsos UK for major British broadcasters, suggests Labour is projected to secure 410 seats, with the Tories reduced to 131—consistent with recent polling trends.
The first seat results out of 650 are expected to be announced from 11:30 p.m., with official confirmation of the next government’s leadership likely in the early morning.
If the exit poll, known for its accuracy, is correct, Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer will assume the role of prime minister on Friday with a strong parliamentary majority.
Current Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called for the election six weeks ago.
According to the exit poll, Labour would enjoy a majority of 170, with the forecast showing the lowest number of Tory MPs ever recorded.
This marks a significant shift since the 2019 general election, where Boris Johnson secured an 80-seat majority for the Tories and Jeremy Corbyn led Labour to its worst performance since 1935.
The exit poll also predicts Reform UK, under Nigel Farage’s leadership, will secure 13 seats.
Additionally, the poll suggests the Liberal Democrats will win 61 seats and the Green Party 2.
In Scotland, the SNP is anticipated to secure 10 seats, with Plaid Cymru in Wales expected to win four.
Exit polling in recent elections has consistently provided accurate projections of the final results.
Exit polls are conducted at polling stations nationwide, where thousands of individuals are asked to anonymously fill out a mock ballot as they exit.
Polls have indicated that key figures such as Prime Minister Rishi Sunak may lose their seats.
Other prominent Tory members facing tough reelection battles include Penny Mordaunt, Grant Shapps, Suella Braverman, Steve Baker, and Robert Jenrick.
Former home secretaries Suella Braverman and Dame Priti Patel, security minister Tom Tugendhat, and Health Secretary Victoria Atkins may retain their seats to compete for leadership.
This is the first General Election where voters must present photo ID to receive a ballot paper.
In his final campaign speech, Mr. Sunak described Thursday as a “pivotal moment” for the country’s future, warning that Labour would raise taxes with a “supermajority.”
PA Media contributed to this report
