Andy Burnham will not call an early general election if he becomes prime minister. Running in the Makerfield by-election to re-enter Parliament, Burnham is expected to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for Labour leadership. His spokesman confirmed he ruled out a snap election despite rumours. Burnham has pledged to “change Labour” with policies like a land tax.
Burnham will not call an election.
June 3, 2026
