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Rewiring Britain’s Power Structure | Manchester News

Rewiring Britain’s Power Structure | Manchester News

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Andy Burnham’s bold new vision for Britain is shaking up Westminster: he’s proposing a radical shift in power, moving government HQs like “No 10 North” to Manchester, launching the biggest council house build since WWII, and decentralizing authority to England’s regions. It’s not just policy tweaks—it’s a constitutional rethink, arguing Britain’s problems stem from a government too London-centric, not too big or small. While past initiatives like the Northern Powerhouse fell short, Burnham’s plan aims for true federal-style equality, sparking fierce debate over feasibility, accountability, and whether the North’s needs can be balanced with the rest of the country. This isn’t just a speech—it’s a blueprint to “rewire” Britain’s entire system.

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