Andy Burnham says "there won't be one" until public support shifts for another Scottish referendum

In September, during a parliamentary session, Prime Minister Andy Burnham said a new vote on Scotland’s separation could only be considered if there were unmistakable public agreement and he was not aware that most voters currently favored another poll, so none would be scheduled until attitudes shift. Since he took office, the Cabinet Office has commissioned surveys on the issue, but the department has declined to disclose the findings or their cost despite a freedom‑of‑information request. The Scottish National Party and former MP Tommy Sheppard have pressed the government to release the data, arguing that taxpayer‑funded research should be transparent, while the government maintains its stance against a further referendum. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions over the Union and demands for openness.