Rumors of early election quashed
A senior government figure has dismissed speculation of a May general election, stating that it is "one million per cent not going to happen." Despite chatter in Westminster suggesting that Rishi Sunak might use the Budget as a platform for an early vote, sources have refuted these claims.
Timeline for election
If an election were to be called for May, PM Rishi Sunak would need to make the decision by March 26. However, sources indicate that the likelihood of a May election is slim, with one government insider emphasizing that they have not encountered any support for the idea within the government.
Labour's attempt to goad Tories
Labour has attempted to goad the Tories into an early election, with shadow cabinet ministers sharing memes of Justin Timberlake with the caption "it's gonna be May." Despite these efforts, senior government figures remain steadfast in their denial of a May election.
Expected timing for election
The PM is anticipated to announce the election in October or November, a period when it is hoped that interest and mortgage rates will have decreased. This aligns with the government's stance that a May election is highly improbable.
