Independent 2. North midlands county which includes the Peak district in the north-east, and a large industrial area in the west. Had a famously left-wing Labour leadership under David Bookbinder from 1981 to 1992.
The Green Party gained Horsley from Reform UK at a byelection on 20 January. Reform UK held Long Eaton North at a byelection on 2 December. Paul Maginnis (Sawley) moved from Conservative to Reform UK in October 2025.
Next local elections
2029
Election cycle
Full
Local authority type
County
Address
County Hall, Matlock DE4 3AG
Phone
01629 580000
Website
http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/