devolution

Business

Beyond the Manchester Bubble: Why Andy Burnham is Taking the Cost of Living Fight Nationwide

Andy Burnham is stepping out of Greater Manchester to launch a nationwide tour addressing the UK's persistent cost of living crisis. The Mayor seeks to influence national policy by highlighting the ec...

Aug 9, 2026 4 min read

Health

Andy Burnham’s Triple Threat: How Social Care, Youth Jobs, and Devolution Define the New Manchester Agenda

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is set to outline a bold vision connecting the dots between regional health, education, and local power. By tackling the social care crisis and youth unemployment...

Jul 26, 2026 5 min read

Business

Empowering the Regions: How Rachel Reeves is Handing the Purse Strings to Mayors

A significant shift in UK fiscal policy is on the horizon as Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to grant regional mayors unprecedented control over their budgets. By streamlining funding into 'single p...

Mar 18, 2026 4 min read