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Why delay an election?
Calling an early election is a big decision for a Prime Minister. They might do it if they think their party will win a bigger majority, or to get a fresh mandate from the public. Andy Burnham's decision suggests he believes it's better to focus on stability and managing current challenges like the 'troubled times ahead' he mentioned.
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