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What we know about Andy Burnham’s devolution plans
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Metro
· Jun 29, 2026
Andy Burnham to set out his plans for changing the country – what is devolution?
Andy Burnham to set out his plans for changing the country – what is devolution?
The Standard
· Jun 26, 2026
Andy Burnham to set out economic vision in first major speech of leadership bid
A long-standing proponent of devolution, Mr Burnham will set out plans to boost economic growth by giving regional mayors more control.
Times of India
· Jun 29, 2026
Inside Andy Burnham's 10-year economic plan: The big changes he says will revive Britain
Labour leadership hopeful Andy Burnham has unveiled a 10-year economic plan aiming for a significant power shift from Whitehall to local leaders. His vision prioritizes devolving control over housing, transport, education, and economic development to metro mayors and local authorities. Burnham argues this decentralization is crucial for reversing sluggish growth, tackling regional inequality, and rebuilding public trust, promising good growth in every postcode.
BizNews
· Jun 29, 2026
From Manchester to No. 10: Andy Burnham's devolution revolution — First the UK, then SA?
From Manchester to No. 10: Andy Burnham's devolution revolution — First the UK, then SA?
GB News
· Jun 23, 2026
YOU DECIDE: Do you think Andy Burnham has a plan for Britain?
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Conservative Home
· Jul 2, 2026
Callum Price: Burnham’s new plan for Britain is delegation not devolution
Burnham, like his predecessor, has pledged a focus on growth. But growth won’t necessarily come from shifting decision-making power around, as beneficial as that might be in other ways. The post Callum Price: Burnham’s new plan for Britain is delegation not devolution appeared first on Conservative Home.
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