Andy Burnham and the Office for Investment provided confidence in British business ambition regarding the launch of the British Business Bank fund.

The entities involved

• Andy Burnham →

  British politician (born 1970)

  • Andy Burnham is being followed during his first 100 days by Daniel Hewitt.10:48
  • Regional mayors, including Claire Ward and Tracy Brabin, are engaging with the government on devolution and regional tax proposals.09:08
• Office for Investment →

  UK government organisation

  Nothing else this week.

• British Business Bank →

  UK state-owned economic development bank

  • John Healey announced plans to spread economic growth across the UK, involving the National Wealth Fund, the British Business Bank, and partnerships with North East mayoral authorities.Mon 00:56
  • Natalie Gasson is a senior manager at the British Business Bank.Fri 16:02

Related events

• Burnham plans for devolution across England, while the British Chambers of Commerce comments on Healey's budget and urges business inclusion.Sep 20
• Healey plans to use the British Business Bank for a new National Wealth Fund, while Burnham seeks a positive economic outlook despite Iran war constraints.Sep 6
• Andy Burnham introduced new policies focused on the economic development of England.Aug 4
• Andy Burnham warns that Labour's spending plans are inadequate and leave Britain unprepared for future challenges.Fri 22:47
• Andy Burnham promotes greater local autonomy for England.Aug 30