Rayner offers support to Burnham's 'vision' to devolve power to communities
Summary
Labour politicians Angela Rayner and Andy Burnham want to give more power to local communities in England. Burnham, who is likely to become prime minister soon, proposes a new team based in Manchester to help manage this change, while Rayner calls for major changes in the central government to support devolution.Key Facts
- Angela Rayner supports giving more power to local communities and backs Andy Burnham's vision for devolution.
- Burnham plans to create a "No 10 North" team based in Manchester to help govern.
- Burnham aims to shift power away from central government officials in Whitehall to local areas.
- Rayner says past governments have protected the status quo instead of making bold changes.
- Senior minister Darren Jones supports Burnham’s idea and wants a stronger prime minister’s office in London.
- Burnham expects to become prime minister after Sir Keir Starmer’s recent resignation.
- Rayner described efforts to let local mayors charge tourist taxes and manage transport and social care.
- Officials warn that giving power to locals must avoid creating duplicate bureaucracy.
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