Badenoch claims Labour is preparing for a general election in May 2027 – UK politics live
Summary
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch says the Labour party is getting ready for a general election as soon as May 2027, even though Labour’s leader, Andy Burnham, has said he would not call an early election before 2029. This claim comes after Labour’s recent rise in the polls and comments about policies that take effect only after an election.Key Facts
- Kemi Badenoch, leader of the Conservative party, believes Labour plans a general election in May 2027.
- Labour leader Andy Burnham has stated he does not plan to call a national election before 2029.
- Badenoch points to Labour’s policies being set for after the next election as a sign they plan an early vote.
- Recent polls show Labour’s support increasing to the low 20s, ahead of the Conservatives and Reform UK.
- Some advisers and MPs around Downing Street have discussed an early election but see risks for Labour losing its majority.
- Separately, Green party leader Zack Polanski will propose limiting private rent increases to help young renters.
- Nigel Farage credits Andy Burnham with reviving Brexit debate, which benefits Reform UK.
- Global bond markets are troubled by worries about the US deficit, pushing UK borrowing costs to a 28-year high.
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