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Burnham Rules Out General Election in Next 12 Months

By Drooid · Oct 31, 2026 · How we work

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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham ruled out a general election within the next 12 months.
Burnham said he is focusing on people rather than his party’s prospects.
Burnham pledged to keep Labour’s 2024 manifesto red line on EU freedom of movement and single market.
MPs announced a budget offering £100 energy-bill help, VAT cuts on electricity, and a “Your First Home” scheme.

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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham ruled out a general election within the next 12 months.
Burnham said he is focusing on people rather than his party’s prospects.
Burnham pledged to keep Labour’s 2024 manifesto red line on EU freedom of movement and single market.
MPs announced a budget offering £100 energy-bill help, VAT cuts on electricity, and a “Your First Home” scheme.