NYT Europe • June 29, 2026 12:56

Andy Burnham, the UK’s Likely Next Prime Minister, Promises Shift of Power Out of London

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Andy Burnham, who looks set to become prime minister next month, said he would set up a new operation in Manchester called “No. 10 North” to give more funding and control to local leaders.

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Mon 02:52 - BBC Politics

Burnham to promise devolution in first major speech since launching No 10 bid

Mon 08:35 - Al Jazeera English

UK’s likely next leader Andy Burnham to unveil economic, devolution plans

Mon 12:56 - NYT Europe

Andy Burnham, the UK’s Likely Next Prime Minister, Promises Shift of Power Out of London

Mon 13:50 - Euronews

Burnham vows to 'rewire Britain' with devolution push and 'No. 10 North' in Manchester

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Al Jazeera English

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08:35

UK’s likely next leader Andy Burnham to unveil economic, devolution plans

Frontrunner to be next PM expected to announce a 10-year mission to raise living standards.

BBC Politics

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02:52

Burnham to promise devolution in first major speech since launching No 10 bid

The favourite to be the next prime minister will set out his economic vision in a speech in Manchester.

Euronews

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13:50

Burnham vows to 'rewire Britain' with devolution push and 'No. 10 North' in Manchester

Labour's likely next PM set out a 10-year economic plan in his Manchester speech, promising greater regional powers and a shift away from trickle-down economics.