Devolution plans strengthen case for written UK constitution, says Burnham
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has suggested that his government's devolution plans strengthen the case for a written constitution. He argues that a codified model is necessary to manage decentralization and ensure equal standards across the UK's regions.
Why it matters
A shift to a written constitution would represent a fundamental change to the UK's centuries-old uncodified political system.
Burnham is inspired by Germany’s postwar basic law, which equalises finances across the regions. Photograph: Jeff Overs/BBC/PA Burnham is inspired by Germany’s postwar basic law, which equalises finances across the regions. Photograph: Jeff Overs/BBC/PA Constitutional reform Devolution plans strengthen case for written UK constitution, says Burnham PM argues for codified model of decentralisation that would fundamentally change centuries-old workings of state
Prefer the Guardian on Google Andy Burnham has said his programme of devolution strengthens the case for a written constitution for the UK, a move that would fundamentally alter the workings of the state that have developed over centuries.
The prime minister has long believed the UK’s “antiquated” political system needs a dramatic overhaul if opportunity is to be shared equally across the country.
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