Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAndy Burnham officially opened No 10 North in Manchester, a new headquarters for the centre of government, expressing it was the "best day of my life" and a "full circle" experience for him. The prime minister is scheduled to work from this new Manchester base weekly, aligning with the government's strategy to decentralise power from Westminster and distribute opportunities across the country. Mr Burnham articulated his vision for the initiative, aiming to "get Britain hoping again" and cultivate a "one-team feeling" throughout the UK, encompassing England's regions, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The prime minister underscored the importance of No 10 North in fostering "good growth" nationwide, asserting that it will ensure every postcode feels heard and has the potential for development. Addressing potential detractors, Mr Burnham countered criticisms that the project might be a "gimmick," particularly from London-based commentators, by highlighting its role in creating a more balanced nation where significant progress can originate from the North. In fullThis is the best day of my life, says Burnham as he opens No 10 NorthMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
What Burnham said as he opened up No 10 North for the first time
Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAndy Burnham officially opened No 10 North in Manchester, a new headquarters for the centre of government, expressing it was the "best day of my life" and a "full circle" experience for him. The prime minister is scheduled to work from this new Manchester base weekly, aligning with the government's strategy to decentralise power from Westminster and distribute opportunities across the country. Mr Burnham articulated his vision for the initiative, aiming to "get Britain hoping again" and cultivate a "one-team feeling" throughout the UK, encompassing England's regions, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The prime minister underscored the importance of No 10 North in fostering "good growth" nationwide, asserting that it will ensure every postcode feels heard and has the potential for development. Addressing potential detractors, Mr Burnham countered criticisms that the project might be a "gimmick," particularly from London-based commentators, by highlighting its role in creating a more balanced nation where significant progress can originate from the North. In fullThis is the best day of my life, says Burnham as he opens No 10 NorthMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
