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Prime Minister Andy Burnham is shaking up the UK’s power structure by launching “No. 10 North” in Manchester — a bold move to decentralize government, empower local leaders, and tackle regional inequality. Once mayor of Greater Manchester, Burnham brings his “Manchesterism” playbook: leveraging private investment and shifting decision-making away from London. While supporters hail it as a practical, inclusive step that cuts travel costs and amplifies underrepresented voices, critics call it a gimmick — pointing out Manchester’s own economic gaps and questioning whether one office can truly fix nationwide imbalances. Still, with mayors set to gain more control over taxes and revenue, this initiative signals a serious push to rewrite how Britain governs — and where power actually resides.

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