Andy Burnham has shown little patience for one of Britain’s oldest political traditions: debating whether the prime minister will call an early election.

The UK government confirmed plans to allow local leaders in England to levy an overnight visitors tax on tourists, as Andy Burnham’s new administration seeks to devolve further powers to mayors.

Andy Burnham spent his first week as prime minister churning out feel-good policies designed to make Britons feel he’s on their side.