devolution

The article discusses the challenges of devolution in addressing fairness, noting that while there is consensus on increasing local power sharing, it often avoids confronting fundamental trade-offs.

Andy Burnham proposes granting additional powers to UK cities and regions, but challenges highlighted by experiences in Northern Ireland, Tees Valley, and Wales indicate complexities.

Days after pledging more devolution, the PM-in-waiting has dealt a major blow to Swinney's mission to break up Britain. The action contradicts earlier commitments to increasing devolution.

Burnham is advocating for a devolution initiative to enhance the Treasury's northern outpost, while some MPs criticize the Darlington campus as being underutilized.

The article critiques Andy Burnham's devolution as a gimmick and highlights the need for Britain's next leader to address a culture of decline, as noted by Mark Sedwill.

Andy Burnham, the UK’s likely next prime minister, pledged to decentralize political power by establishing 'No. 10 North' in Manchester. He cited Greater Manchester's growth as a case study for devolution, aiming to 'rewire' Britain's governance structure.

Burnham faces challenges with devolution policies aimed at boosting town centers and cities over suburbs, which may have unintended negative consequences.

Burnham will pledge to advance devolution as part of his economic agenda for the UK. Scrutiny is increasing over his potential policies.

The article argues that Britain's case for meaningful devolution is strong, with Andy Burnham advocating for a shift in power. However, the piece notes that Burnham must navigate significant political risks to advance this agenda.

Andy Burnham is set to propose a devolution plan in a major policy speech, emphasizing 'growth in every postcode' through rebalancing power from London to northern England. He co-authored a book with Steve Rotheram, a Liverpool city region mayor, outlining a 10-point plan to address regional disparities.

Andy Burnham is set to become prime minister in three weeks and will outline a 10-year plan for the economy, welfare, and devolution in a Manchester speech. The article examines the feasibility of his 'good growth in every postcode' pledge and the political dynamics surrounding cabinet appointments and defense policy.

Andy Burnham will pledge to deliver 'good growth in every postcode' by transferring power from Whitehall to local communities as part of his plan for a decade as UK prime minister. He will argue for devolving decision-making to regions and communities to drive economic growth, replacing the current top-down national model.

Andy Burnham outlines a 10-year mission to raise living standards and pledges to advance devolution. The announcement comes amid growing scrutiny of his potential policies.

Tory and Reform strategists argue that the prospective UK PM's devolution push could be an electoral liability. Rival parties view Burnham's northern focus as a potential weak point.

Burnham has outlined plans for a devolution initiative, inspired by Manchester's example, aiming to transfer power from Westminster. The plans precede a key speech in the City.