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UK and European Political Shifts

Updated 2026-05-09 01:15 UTC 1 source Neutral

In Scotland, the SNP won a majority in the election. Meanwhile, Hungary's new Prime Minister Péter Magyar is set to be sworn in following his party’s landslide victory.

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BBC News

Hungary's new PM to be sworn in during 'regime change' party

Nearly a month ago Péter Magyar steered his Tisza party to a landslide victory, sweeping away 16 years of rule by Viktor Orbán.

2026-05-09 00:46 UTC

BBC News

SNP wins Scottish election as Reform and Labour tie for second

John Swinney's party finished comfortably ahead of its rivals, but short of an overall majority.

2026-05-09 00:55 UTC