Andy Burnham has made his first major policy speech since launching his bid to become prime minister, having won the Makerfield by-election just over a week ago.
In his speech he said: “I am going to give Britain the circuit breaker it needs by building a more collaborative politics in Westminster, by taking power out of the centre and putting it in the hands of the people and places who can use it best, and in so doing, creating a new sense of agency, possibility and hope flowing around the country.
“The change will be the biggest change in our lifetimes to the way the country is run, and it is consistent with the 2024 manifesto.
“We will create a more streamlined state with a clearer purpose to power up all parts of the country, and put a laser-like focus on growth and regeneration. Good growth.
“The change will be driven through the prime minister’s office, in an extended operation based here in Manchester.”
Burnham made the speech today (29 June) at the People’s History Museum in Manchester, showing an attempt to continue his dedication to the North.
The ‘No 10 North‘ is likely to be a hub for a substantial part of the civil service, with some governmental offices already being housed in the city. Any No 10 North would be adding to the likes of the First Street hub, the HMRC building in Salford, and of course Manchester City Council’s HQ at the stunning town hall.
