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- Prime Minister Andy Burnham lifts Labour to a five-point poll lead over Reform UK.
- YouGov poll (4-5 Oct 2026) shows Labour at 27% (+3) and Reform at 22% (-3).
- Opinium for The Observer records Labour 30% (up two) and Reform 25% (up one).
- Support among 18- to 24-year-olds rose from 14% to 27% after Burnham’s speech.