What will the repercussions be from the decision not to allow GM Mayor Andy Burnham to stand for Parliament?

Whilst time will tell, my take is that the May elections in Wales, Scotland & across many English councils will be even more pivotal than they were already shaping up to be.

If Labour gets a kicking, which is pretty common for the party of Government when mid-term with local elections, the PM could be on very shakely ground, & even more so if Labour loses Gorton & Denton (Reform UK came second there at the General Election, but by some distance, so la be surprised).

And what could happen if Reform UK performs well? It may have its biggest sway on political power yet if it becomes one of the biggest parties in the Senedd as it's presently polling to, & coupled with wins across local elections, this could influence the policy of major parties as they look to win back voters.

Whether that means consolidating core voters through more classic policy positions, or shifting to the right, remains to be seen. Either way, it's a time to be shoring up relationships across parties & preparing for likely change ahead.