UKIP piles pressure on Blair and Howard
Press Review 14 June 2004
The UK Independence Party made the biggest splash in the European election results last night, taking 17 per cent of the vote in England and Wales and pushing the Liberal Democrats into fourth place.
UKIP gains as 'big two' lose out
News Article 14 June 2004
The UK Independence Party has made substantial gains in the European elections, while Labour and the Conservatives have lost out.
Anxious wait for would-be MEPs
News Article 11 June 2004
Voters will have to wait until Sunday to discover who they have elected to the European parliament.
Parties braced for poll 'kicking'
Press Review 10 June 2004
Both main parties are facing difficult elections today, reports the Guardian.
UKIP sets out independence platform
News Article 10 June 2004
The UK Independence Party has renewed its call for Britain to remain a sovereign nation state.
Greens detail policy concerns
News Article 10 June 2004
The Green Party is campaigning on a wider range of issues than just the environment in today's elections.
SNP sets out vision for Scotland
News Article 10 June 2004
The SNP has urged Scottish voters to make their voice heard in today's elections.
Plaid Cymru seeks to capitalise on policies
News Article 10 June 2004
Plaid Cymru has said it expects to pick up support from former Labour voters across Wales.
Ulster parties seek support
News Article 10 June 2004
In Northern Ireland, two of the three existing MEPs are stepping down at this election.
Labour stands on record of delivery
News Article 10 June 2004
Labour is standing on its record of delivery in Europe and at the local level.
Conservatives pledge to put Britain first
News Article 10 June 2004
The Conservative Party has pledged to fight for British interests in Europe.
Respect seeks platform for views
News Article 10 June 2004
George Galloway has said that the Respect party is seeking a platform to set out its views.
Lib Dems promise effective action
News Article 10 June 2004
The Liberal Democrats have said they are committed to tackling issues such as environmental protection and crime in partnership with other governments.
Voters decide on EU representatives
News Article 10 June 2004
Voters across the UK are today able to cast their ballots in elections to the European parliament.
Prescott defends postal poll pilots
News Article 9 June 2004
John Prescott has defended his decision to insist on all-postal ballots in four English regions.