In May 2026, local and national elections will take place across England, Wales and Scotland.
Reform UK are campaigning hard to turn anger, attention and visibility into local power. They are testing where they can break through, build momentum and go unchallenged. But their success isn’t inevitable.
Most people in the UK believe in fairness, decency and looking out for one another. That’s what our research shows.
And when people organise locally, talk to their neighbours and make voting visible, we can stop Reform from gaining ground.
Across the UK, local volunteers are organising now to make sure people know there’s an election coming up, understand what’s at stake, and feel motivated to turn out and vote.
Together, we will:
Use the map above to find activity in your local area, or click below to sign-up.
In October, thousands of people across the UK took part in the Weekend of HOPE. It showed what’s possible when people organise locally.
Vote HOPE 2026 builds on that same approach, focused on turnout, local organising and stopping Reform from gaining ground where it matters most. It wasn’t about slogans or grand gestures. It was ordinary people taking simple action together and showing that hate doesn’t speak for their communities.
Vote HOPE 2026 is a local organising effort to stop Reform UK from winning power in the May 2026 local elections. It focuses on simple, community-based actions that increase turnout and challenge Reform’s message where it matters most.
Vote HOPE is not affiliated with any political party. We organise to oppose hate and division, and to encourage participation in local democracy.
Hosting a session means acting as a local organiser for a leafleting event.
You’ll:
– Choose a day, time, and meeting location.
– Recruit volunteers (don’t worry if you don’t have a wider network, we can also invite other HOPE not hate supporters in your area).
– Receive a delivery of leaflets from us.
– Plan delivery routes using our maps.
– Welcome volunteers on the day, hand out materials, and ensure the session runs smoothly.
Hosting a session is a hands-on way to help push back against Reform in your community. You won’t be alone; if you sign up as a host, you’ll receive full support and guidance from a HOPE not hate organiser.
Local elections are often decided by small numbers of people turning out. Leafleting is one of the most effective ways to make elections visible, remind people to vote, and counter one-sided messaging.
Yes. Sharing Vote HOPE 2026 with friends or neighbours helps build momentum and makes it easier for others to step up. You can also sign our biggest record of HOPE handraiser, and download and display a free Hold on to Hope poster in your window to show others where you live that you’re on the side of hope.
Your donation helps fund the local organising needed to stop Reform UK from making gains in 2026. It helps fund the practical work needed to mobilise in key areas before polling day, providing leaflets, volunteer support and rapid support where Reform are most active. Click here to contribute.
Let friends or neighbours know about Vote HOPE 2026. People are far more likely to get involved when they hear about it from someone they know and sharing this page is one simple way to help build momentum where you live.
