New Prime Minister Andy Burnham is firmly shutting down calls for an early general election, pledging to stick to Labour’s manifesto and fiscal rules—even as Reform UK pushes for a fresh mandate. With no election planned before 2027, Burnham’s government is rolling out bold but controversial policies: a £340 million plan to end rough sleeping, a VAT cut on electricity bills funded by scrapping a digital ID scheme, and a £500 million bus fare cap at £2—all while facing scrutiny over funding sources and cost claims. His business rate cut for pubs remains unfunded, and even his promise that Number Ten North won’t cost taxpayers extra is under fire. Burnham insists he’s got parliamentary backing and that the public isn’t ready for another election—but critics are watching closely as he tries to deliver on promises without touching income tax, VAT, or national insurance.
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