On Monday, Andy Burnham finally set out some of his plans for government. To the surprise of no one, much of it involves greater spending, with the likely next PM pledging that a new ‘No. 10 North’ will oversee the ‘biggest council house building programme since the post-war period.’ Less clear from the speech was

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Meanwhile, the former Manchester mayor continues to mull his future cabinet

The Makerfield MP has spoken out on income tax, stamp duty and more – so what might change?