UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer has come under renewed pressure after a petition calling for an immediate general election passed a major milestone.
The campaign demands a fresh vote, arguing that “the majority need and want change,” despite the next general election not being scheduled until 2029.
13 months after Starmer’s victory
The push comes just 13 months after Starmer led Labour to a landslide victory in the July 2024 election.
However, the government has firmly rejected the calls. In a response issued last week, officials said:
“This government was elected on a mandate of change at the July 2024 general election. Our full focus is on fixing the foundations, rebuilding Britain, and restoring public confidence in government.”
For now, Downing Street insists its priority is delivering on promises made during last year’s campaign, not sending voters back to the polls.
