No general election before 2029, Andy Burnham says
Prime minister quashes speculation that Labour’s revival in the polls could prompt early contest
TL;DR
- Andy Burnham has declared no general election before 2029.
- Speculation of an early election followed a Labour revival in the polls.
- Burnham stated he is focused on governing and delivering, not early elections.
- Economist Ravinder Athwal has joined John Healey's team, fueling campaign preparation speculation.
- Burnham reiterated his focus on the party's autumn conference, including plans for the water industry.
- He confirmed he would not give exclusive interviews to The Sun.
- Recent polls show a significant shift of left-leaning voters towards Labour.