New 'No 10 North' plan will rebalance power in Britain, Burnham promises
Andy Burnham, a Labour MP, has launched his bid for Prime Minister, proposing a 'No 10 North' team in Manchester to redistribute power across the UK. His vision includes a major council house building program, education reform, and welfare cuts, aiming to drive growth from the bottom up.
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This article details a significant political development in the UK, outlining a potential future Prime Minister's policy platform and the ongoing debate about regional power devolution, which could reshape British governance and public services.
Image source, PA Media By Kate Whannel Political reporter Published 29 June 2026, 14:17 BST Updated 16 minutes ago A new Downing Street team based in Manchester and labelled 'No 10 North' will "oversee the biggest rebalancing of power our country has ever seen", Andy Burnham has said in his first speech since launching a bid to be the next prime minister.
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