Andy Burnham's Vision for No 10 North
Andy Burnham, following his nine-year tenure as mayor of Manchester and recent victory in the Makerfield by-election, has announced plans to establish a “No 10 North” office in Manchester if he becomes UK prime minister. This initiative aims to oversee the devolution of power and resources across the UK.
Burnham has appointed Caroline Simpson, chief executive of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, to lead the new No 10 North and assist in implementing his vision, which he refers to as “Manchesterism.”
Public Engagement on No 10 North
The public is invited to share their opinions on the No 10 North devolution plan. Key questions include:
- What are your views on the No 10 North devolution plan?
- Which issues should it address first?
- How do you feel about its emphasis on Manchester?
- Do you have any concerns regarding the plan?
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Burnham announced that as UK prime minister he would set up a ‘No 10 North’ in Manchester to oversee a devolution of power and resources across the UK
Burnham has asked Caroline Simpson, the chief executive of the Greater combined authority, to lead the new No 10 North and help put his vision of “Manchesterism” into practice.




