Poll Shock: Reform UK Would Beat Andy Burnham’s Labour in General Election

New polling from BMG Research reveals a Labour Party led by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham would still be defeated by Reform UK in a general election, despite Burnham hoping to present himself as a stronger challenger to Reform.

Burnham’s Labour Still Trailing Reform UK

Andy Burnham, often touted as a potential successor to Sir Keir Starmer, would see his Labour Party garner just 20 per cent of the vote if he were prime minister, according to BMG Research polling reported by The Independent. This figure is only two points higher than a Labour Party led by Sir Keir Starmer.

Crucially, the same BMG Research poll indicates that Reform UK would still be three points ahead of a Burnham-led Labour, commanding 23 per cent of voter support. This directly contradicts earlier findings from More in Common, which suggested Burnham could beat Nigel Farage in head-to-head polls.

Makerfield By-Election and Asylum Policy

The polling comes as Mr Burnham campaigns in the Makerfield by-election, aiming for a return to Westminster. Sources close to the politician informed The Times that he plans to tear up multi-billion-pound asylum accommodation contracts if he becomes prime minister, devolving responsibility to local authorities instead.

• BMG Research poll shows Reform UK on 23%, ahead of Burnham’s Labour (20%).
• Burnham’s leadership offers only a two-point boost over Starmer’s Labour.
• Reform UK and the Greens would both see a two-point fall in support under Burnham.
• Burnham is campaigning in the Makerfield by-election, a Leave-voting constituency.
• He reportedly plans to scrap asylum accommodation contracts if he becomes PM.

What This Means for Britain

This poll suggests that even a change at the top of the Labour Party might not be enough to stop the rise of Reform UK. Ordinary working people are clearly looking for a genuine alternative to the establishment parties.

The focus on asylum accommodation contracts by Mr Burnham highlights the growing public anger over the cost of housing refugees. This policy shift could be an attempt to address the concerns of voters feeling ignored on immigration.

For your money, the continued strength of Reform UK in these polls indicates a deep-seated frustration with mainstream politics. Voters are demanding real change, not just a different face leading the same old party.

The Makerfield by-election will be a key test of whether Mr Burnham’s strategy resonates with Leave-voting constituencies. His success there is crucial for any future leadership ambitions within Labour.

The discrepancy between the BMG Research and More in Common polls shows how volatile the political landscape remains. What’s clear is that Reform UK continues to be a significant force that the establishment cannot ignore.

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Source: The Independent | Breaking Brexit News