Before analyzing the UK's 2024 general election, let us first examine the local elections held in England on May 2, 2024.

Aries ingress 2024 , London
In these local elections, the opposition Labour Party achieved a significant victory, emerging as the leading party. According to the Aries Ingress chart, the ruler of the 11th house (which represents local elections), Jupiter, is located in the 4th house. The ruler of the 4th house forms an aspect with Jupiter, and they are in mutual reception, creating a highly favorable astrological condition for the opposition party. However, we should not overlook Uranus in the 4th house, which indicates unexpected events. Interestingly, in this local election, the smaller Liberal Democrats secured second place for the first time since 2010, while the ruling Conservative Party fell to third place.

Given this favorable situation for the Labour Party (with the latest polls showing their support rate surpassing the Conservatives by 20%/May), the Labour leader urged the ruling party to hold a general election as soon as possible. Consequently, Rishi Sunak announced that the election for the House of Commons would take place on July 4.

Regardless of whether it is the Aries Ingress chart or the Cancer Ingress chart, Saturn and Neptune are both positioned in the 2nd house, reflecting the current sluggish economic situation in the UK.

The IMF has lowered its forecast for the UK’s economic growth, estimating a GDP increase of only 0.5% this year.

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In the latest World Economic Outlook, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts that the United Kingdom's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) will grow by merely 0.5% this year. This is a 0.1 percentage point decrease from their January forecast and marks the second lowest growth rate among the G7 countries, with only Germany faring worse. Next year, the UK's GDP is expected to rise to 1.5%, though this is still down from January's forecast of 1.6% and October's forecast of 2%. This marks the second downward revision in three months for the UK's economic growth forecast by the IMF. The organization attributes this to the country's over-reliance on foreign labor to drive economic growth. According to the IMF's analysis, when adjusted for population growth, the UK's economic growth rate could be zero this year. They have also warned of a potential long-term economic stagnation and inflation. IMF Chief Economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas noted similarities between the UK and the Eurozone, with both regions recovering from significant economic downturns.

The IMF also stated that labor force growth in major economies, including the UK, reflects immigration trends, with foreign labor growing faster than domestic labor. Since 2019, this trend has continued to rise in the UK. The Office for Budget Responsibility in the UK believes that net migration will grow to 350,000 over the next five years, helping to increase the total number of adults in the UK from 55 million in 2023 to 57 million in ten years. The IMF emphasized that the current domestic labor force in the UK is smaller than it was in 2019, while foreign labor has grown by about 20%, even after Brexit.

The IMF also urged advanced countries like the UK to reduce welfare benefits to encourage more men to return to work and to improve childcare policies to encourage more women to find employment. The UK's Work and Pensions Secretary, Mel Stride, stated that the inactivity rate has significantly increased due to the pandemic, which is why the government has allocated £2.5 billion to promote the Back to Work Plan. With wage growth and millions benefiting from this month's minimum wage increase, work will provide the best financial security for UK families. In the three months leading up to February, average wage income grew by 6%, although this was at a slower pace than before, it still indicates that wage growth is faster than economists had expected. Additionally, the wage growth trend suggests that inflationary pressures from the labor market are cooling more slowly than the Bank of England had anticipated, so the Bank remains watchful. IMF Chief Economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas stated that compared to other advanced countries, there is more uncertainty in the UK’s inflation rate forecast. Currently, the UK's inflation rate is at 3.4% and may persist longer. The IMF still expects the Bank of England to lower interest rates from 5.25% to 4.75% in 2024.(Source: Bureau of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Economic Affairs)

High Inflation in the UK

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Using Tesco, the UK's largest supermarket chain, as an example, my impression is that at the beginning of 2022, a box of 15 eggs cost approximately £1.15. By the end of 2023, when I was writing this article, the price for the same box of 15 eggs at Tesco had risen to £1.99. In other words, over roughly two years, the price of eggs in the UK has increased by 73%.

2024 Cancer Ingress Chart, London
The ruling Conservative Party is represented by the 10th house, whose ruler, Mars, is debilitated and also peregrine. This indicates that the ruling party’s reputation is quite low and they are unable to exert significant influence.

However, the opposition Labour Party is not in a much better position. Venus, representing the Labour Party, does not have as much strength as one might expect. It holds dignity by face but avoids being peregrine. Nevertheless, until Venus leaves Cancer, it remains under the sun’s beams, making the party’s appeal less captivating. Since Venus is in Cancer, where , the 2nd ruler Saturn, is in detriment , suggesting that the Labour Party’s proposed economic reforms might not receive widespread approval.

The current labor market shows that foreign labor has surpassed local labor. If the Labour Party proposes increasing immigration to alleviate the economic crisis, it may not gain broad support from voters. Interestingly, Venus is near the cusp of the 7th house, which might indicate that the Labour Party's economic stimulus policy could indeed involve increasing foreign labor. (Due to limited information, I was unable to find details on the Labour Party's economic stimulus policy, and I hope someone can supplement or correct this—although, to be honest, I might just be trying to avoid extra work.) Orz

So, will there be a change in the government that has been in power for 14 consecutive years on July 4th? Venus is slightly stronger than Mars, and on July 4th, the Moon (representing the voters) will be in Gemini, forming an antiscial conjunction with Venus in the Cancer ingress chart. I think there is a possibility of a change in government, but the Labour Party might not achieve a sweeping victory as expected.

Astrologers shouldn’t be so lazy. I plan to analyze the UK general elections from 2010 onwards, but I don't want to assign myself too many tasks at once, or I won't be able to sleep at night (thinking about the UK elections). Take it slowly, writing a bit each time. Haha. Persistence is key! (ง๑ •̀_•́)ง

Hi Wei,

I'll try to apply what I learned from Greg Young , using lunation charts set for London, and lunar returns to the 1801 UK Birth Chart.

1. The day after the election will be a New Moon at 14 degrees Cancer, in the 10th house of the 1801 UK birth chart, just 5 degrees from the radix Mc at 9 degrees Cancer and five degrees from the radix Moon in the 10th, lady of the 10th at 19 degrees Cancer. So the lunation will take place at the MC/Moon midpoint. IS this enough to argue for a new government?

The UK ‘Union Chart’ for 1/1/1801



2. The lunar return before election day has Sun conjunct the IC together with strong Mercury in Gemini (in its chariot?) , lord of the IC (opposition).

3. The lunar return chart, two days after election day, has Mars, lord of the IC conjunct the MC, together with Uranus.

4. The last quarter Moon before the election has a dignified Jupiter lord of the Mc conjunct the IC (coalition and opposition exchanging places?)

My guess is all these charts point to a change of government, but I could be wrong, of course!

Farage emergency announcement.

venus cazimi, but, sun’s ruler combust….sun rules intercepted sign…so not really responsible or leading anything, and moon not aspecting. Fourth is intercepted also.

i guess its going to turn interesting. Cazimi will cause a rumpus but will it go anywhere with nothing supporting follow through? splash in pan stuff I think…typical Farage.

Farage takes over Reform UK as Mars-Eris in 7th squares the MC (Incumbent Party) exactly.

A wrecking ball for the Tories.

Greg Young wrote: Mon Jun 03, 2024 4:13 pm Farage takes over Reform UK as Mars-Eris in 7th squares the MC (Incumbent Party) exactly.

A wrecking ball for the Tories.

Did Nigel Farage change his mind and gave up the idea of devoting all his time to helping Donald Trump get re-elected, just because of

1. Trump's "unexpected", sweeping "Guilty" verdict?

2. His own progressed Sun, SA sun, and the transit Sun that just made a tight square to his natal Pluto on his natal ascendant?

3. His recent lunar return chart that has its Sun on his natal MC?

4. His right to change his mind whenever he wants?

5. All the above?

UK Election Day sunrise horoscope has ASC at 13 Cancer and MC at 10 Pisces. Moon in 12.

Election is over. Farage just sold UK.

I had never looked at Farage’s chart.

Given he had the april eclipse conjunct his sun, and the election date is the new moon squaring that point…. Plus there is absolutely nothing in his chart that indicates personal success on this madcap stunt…. I would say something will happen between last full moon before election at 1 cap to new moon on election day and he will be history.

Something like ‘whom the gods want to destroy, first they make great’.

But hey….maybe I am wrong.

I have some questions.

Why did the current Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, decide to hold a general election for all seats in the House of Commons earlier than scheduled, on July 4th?

On May 2nd, 2024, local elections were held in the UK. These elections resulted in the selection of approximately 2,600 councillors across 107 local councils in England, 11 mayors for unitary authorities in England, 25 members of the London Assembly, and 37 police and crime commissioners in England and Wales. Additionally, a by-election was held in the South Blackpool parliamentary constituency on the same day.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024_Unit ... _elections

The results showed that the Labour Party performed strongly, winning the most council seats. The Conservative Party came in third. For the first time since 2009, the Liberal Democrats won the second most seats in local elections.

Given that the polls are unfavorable for the Conservative Party, why did Rishi Sunak decide to call an early election?

The Conservative Party has been the majority party in the House of Commons since 2010, with its leader serving as Prime Minister. During this period, the UK has undergone significant events, such as the Brexit referendum and the COVID-19 pandemic. I am curious about how the Conservative Party, having been in power for 14 years, will fare this time.

Brexit champion Nigel Farage enters UK election race, in more bad news for Sunak’s Conservatives

https://edition.cnn.com/2024/06/03/uk/n ... index.html

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's full General Election announcement | BBC News

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hY6Z36ejPmU

Why UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called an election he’s expected to lose

https://edition.cnn.com/2024/05/24/uk/p ... ction-intl

UK PM Rishi Sunak calls surprise July election as his party seeks to defy dire polls

https://edition.cnn.com/2024/05/22/uk/u ... index.html

Rishi Sunak announces UK general election for Thursday 4 July
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's full General Election announcement | BBC News

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hY6Z36ejPmU

I see the ingress of Uranus into the sign of Aries as authoritative. March,, 12, 2011, London, 0:49 a.m.
On election day, Neptune is exactly on this Uranus at the IC. How does your Uranus interpret Neptune in the context of the IC, the House of the People? Otherwise, it is noticeable that election day falls on the national holiday of the USA. Chance?

When i looked at July 5th, I saw clearly that all indicators point to ‘no change’. Between anaretic degrees and voc moon and I forget what else…. It was not a chart indicating change, but continuity.

Of course mostly these days with postal votes, its difficult to chose a chart for opening of polls.

But all charts have a story to tell.

i suspect he had astrology input given their culture (he declared himself son of India remember) promotes and accepts use, and chose a day that gave him an outcome of tenancy. Plus for now in summer all indicators are good. Imflation is down, heating costs down, everyone is upbeat for summer, things are positive. But come autumn there will be energy increases and all other increases, not a good time! Otherwise I also dont understand

The chart above gives power to Labour. Opposition is ruled by 10th, sun combusts everything near it. Moon is in detriment. Pluto to left of IC indicates power has left the building! Ruling party is saturn pisces dispositing to combust and anarhetic jupiter. Its not good for Cons for sure.

But since that announcement the scales have shifted. Its an ongoing interesting process.

Apparently Starmer will be a busted flush in 2 yrs time, according to Marjorie Orr, who had quite a fanclub on Astro.com. If she's right I will join the fan club, in fact may well pin her up on the old wonder wall. Mind you she didn't say who or what exactly would replace him.