Tory gains in Labour heartlands

The Conservatives are expected to make significant gains in Labour heartlands at the next general election, according to a new poll.

The poll, conducted by YouGov, found that the Conservatives are on course to win 40% of the vote in the Midlands and 38% in the North of England. This is a significant increase on the 31% and 32% they won in these regions respectively at the 2017 general election.

The poll also found that the Conservatives are now the most popular party among working-class voters. This is a major shift from 2017, when Labour was the most popular party among this group.

The gains in these areas are likely due to a number of factors, including Brexit and the unpopularity of Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn. Brexit has been particularly divisive in these regions, with many voters feeling that they have been left behind by the UK's departure from the European Union. Corbyn's unpopularity is also likely to have contributed to the Conservative gains, as many voters see him as unelectable.

The Conservative gains in Labour heartlands are a major threat to Labour's chances of winning the next general election. If the Conservatives are able to hold on to these gains, it will be very difficult for Labour to win a majority in the House of Commons.