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UK's Andy Burnham outlines plan for devolved power and 'Number 10 North'

Andy Burnham, a prominent figure in British politics and a potential future Prime Minister, has detailed a vision for greater devolution of power to local governments. He aims to foster economic growth and reduce wealth disparity by shifting some governmental operations to the northwest of England, specifically Manchester. Burnham's plan emphasizes a "place first" approach, prioritizing long-term development and the well-being of all citizens over partisan politics. AI

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UK's Andy Burnham outlines plan for devolved power and 'Number 10 North'

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Bloomberg ·

    UK’s Andy Burnham, nation’s likely next leader, promises ‘number 10 north’

    Andy Burnham, Britain’s presumptive next prime minister, has set out details giving more powers to local government as part of a plan to spread wealth and economic growth. Saying Westminster “is not working” and is “broken”, he set out a sweeping economic vision in a key speech f…