Prime Minister Andy Burnham and senior ministers are establishing "No 10 North" in Manchester, a new Downing Street branch intended as a dominant economic driver. While welcomed, civil servants express concerns over relocation and the initiative's permanence.
Andy Burnham announced regional mayors will play a leading role in UK economic policy through the revived National Economic Council and the opening of No 10 North in Manchester, aiming for a significant rebalancing of power and driving growth across the UK.
Downing Street is offering relocation packages to civil servants moving to the North as No 10 North opens in Manchester, led by Louise Haigh. The initiative aims to devolve power and boost the UK's economy, with a new Digital Campus planned for 2032.
Andy Burnham has established a new Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, led by Louise Haigh, consolidating parts of the Cabinet Office, Treasury, and housing ministry. This move aims to make No 10 North in Manchester the "dominant driver of the UK’s economy" and shift power from London.
UK government departments and major media organizations like the BBC and Channel 4 are increasingly decentralizing operations from London to regional hubs. This shift, exemplified by the BBC's successful move to Salford, aims to devolve power, create regional opportunities, and foster economic growth, despite initial skepticism and some challenges.
Andy Burnham's devolution pledges, including a "No 10 North," are met with skepticism by pro-independence parties in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Concerns arise over his understanding of existing devolved powers and a perceived U-turn on reforming the Barnett formula, leading to disappointment among Celtic administrations.
Britons share mixed views on Andy Burnham's proposal for a 'No 10 North' in Manchester to oversee devolution. Supporters see it as a way to rebalance power from London, while critics question costs and tangible benefits, suggesting other regions might be more suitable.
Plans are emerging to establish a 'No 10 North' in Manchester, potentially shifting parts of Whitehall to the city's Ancoats district. The move aims to decentralize government power and bring civil servants to the North of England, though logistical and security challenges are being debated.
Andy Burnham's proposed 'No 10 North' government operations are reportedly set to be housed in a new civil service base under construction in Ancoats, Manchester. The site, part of the Manchester Digital Campus, is expected to be operational by 2032.
Andy Burnham, ending his nine-year tenure as mayor of Manchester, plans to establish "No 10 North" in the city to oversee UK-wide devolution of power and resources. He has appointed Caroline Simpson to lead this initiative, aiming to implement his vision of "Manchesterism".
Andy Burnham, a contender to replace Keir Starmer as Prime Minister, unveiled his vision for the UK, proposing a 'No 10 North' and committing to the largest power rebalancing in the country's history during his first major policy speech.
Andy Burnham, expected to become prime minister, has appointed Caroline Simpson, former GMCA chief executive, as his deputy chief of staff for the new No 10 North office in Manchester, aiming to drive radical devolution across the UK.
Andy Burnham plans to set up No 10 North as a "nerve centre" for devolution, aiming to reindustrialise and regenerate left-behind towns. He criticises the "broken" Westminster system and promises a "new direction" for Britain, focusing on public ownership and supporting UK firms. Burnham also hinted at early cost of living support.
Andy Burnham, launching his bid for Labour leader, proposed a 'No 10 North' in Manchester to rebalance power across the UK. His vision includes devolving power to local communities, a major council house building program, education reform, and welfare cuts, drawing criticism from opposing parties.
Andy Burnham outlines vision for UK transformation, promising to improve living standards, rebalance power from Whitehall, and restore trust in politics, ahead of his expected takeover as Prime Minister.
