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Lib Dems retain Hazel Grove

By Alasdair Perry 8th May 2026

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Local News by Alasdair Perry 8th May 2026

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The Lib Dems have retained their hold of Hazel Grove.

Incumbent councillor Wendy Meikle has won, with 1,742 votes.

The full results are as follows:

John Howard Kelly (Reform UK) - 1,662
Wendy Meikle (Lib Dem) - 1,742
Tim Morley (Conservative) - 524
Dave Shearman (Green) - 470
Johnny White (Labour) - 261

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