Key facts
- A new POLITICO Poll reveals a regional divide in trust for Andy Burnham.
- Andy Burnham is the expected next UK prime minister.
- Burnham faces skepticism in Southern England.
- Burnham is popular in Northern England.
- The regional trust divide could impact Labour's national appeal.
- Over half of UK voters anticipate tax increases under a potential Andy Burnham government.
- Rachel Reeves has already implemented significant tax hikes.
A new POLITICO Poll reveals a significant regional divide in trust for Andy Burnham, who is the expected next UK prime minister. Burnham faces skepticism in Southern England, a stark contrast to his popularity in Northern England. This regional disparity in trust could potentially impact Labour's national appeal.
Further underscoring concerns about a potential Burnham government, a separate poll indicates that over half of UK voters anticipate tax increases. This expectation of tax hikes persists regardless of who might serve as Chancellor. Notably, Rachel Reeves has already implemented significant tax increases, which may contribute to voter perceptions of future tax policies under a Burnham administration.