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- Bet365's latest odds put Labour as favourites to win the most seats at the next General Election at 6/4
- A 2026 election is seen as too much of a risk for new PM Andy Burnham, and the betting sites agree
- No Overall Majority is the clear favourite in that market at 4/7 (63.6%), well ahead of any single party securing outright control.
Bookmakers Price Up A Full Set Of Election Specials
Although it's seen as not worth the risk for new PM Andy Burnham, bookmakers are already giving odds on a 2026 General Election and many more markets.
bet365's latest odds put Labour as favourites to win the most seats at the next General Election, which will more than likely take place in 2029 or later according to the current pricing.
It's a reminder of just how far in advance these markets tend to open, with punters able to weigh up everything from the eventual seat count right through to the timing of the vote itself and whether any party manages to secure outright control.
Political specials like these have grown increasingly popular in recent years, as voting intentions across the UK have become harder to predict and the gap between the major parties has narrowed considerably compared to previous election cycles.
Most Seats
Labour's 6/4 price gives them an implied 40.0% chance of winning the most seats, with Reform UK the closest challenger at 2/1 (33.3%).
| Party to win Most Seats at General Election | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Labour | 6/4 | 40.0% |
| Reform UK | 2/1 | 33.3% |
| Conservatives | 3/1 | 25.0% |
| Restore Britain | 10/1 | 9.1% |
| Green | 28/1 | 3.4% |
| Liberal Democrats | 50/1 | 2.0% |
The Conservatives sit third at 3/1 (25.0%), while Restore Britain are the leading outsider at 10/1 (9.1%).
Year Of Next Election
A 2026 election is priced as a genuine outsider at 11/1 (8.3%), backing up the sense that it simply isn't worth the risk for Andy Burnham right now.
| Year of Next General Election | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11/1 | 8.3% |
| 2027 | 15/8 | 34.8% |
| 2028 | 4/1 | 20.0% |
| 2029 or Later | 10/11 | 52.4% |
2027 is next best fancied at 15/8 (34.8%), ahead of 2028 at 4/1 (20.0%), but it's 2029 or later that carries the shortest price overall at 10/11 (52.4%).
Overall Majority
No Overall Majority is the standout price here at 4/7, implying a 63.6% chance and reflecting just how fragmented current voting intentions appear across the market.
| Outcome of General Election | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| No Overall Majority | 4/7 | 63.6% |
| Labour Majority | 15/4 | 21.1% |
| Conservative Majority | 7/1 | 12.5% |
| Reform UK Majority | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Restore Britain Majority | 33/1 | 2.9% |
What the expert says...
Burnham's Start So Far
It's still relatively early days for Andy Burnham as Prime Minister, and like most new leaders, the opening stretch has been as much about steadying the ship as making bold moves.
Economic pressures and the usual scrutiny that comes with any fresh premiership have dominated the headlines so far.
With a working majority already in place from the previous election, there's been little external pressure forcing his hand on timing.
For now, the market's read is clear: Number 10 has little appetite to roll the dice sooner than necessary.
Top 10 Political Betting Websites in the UK
Where To Bet On The General Election
Bet365 have this full set of election specials priced up, and you can read more about what they offer via our bet365 review.
For political markets specifically, OLBG's guide to the top political betting sites is well worth a look.
