- Scottish and Welsh push for independence and power devolution
- Andy Burnham and Keir Starmer are involved in a political focus shift due to leadership doubts.
- Andy Burnham is seeking a return to Westminster in England, with his political ambitions spanning England, Wales, and Scotland.
Andy Burnham is planning to lead a pro-business government, potentially bringing Jonathan Reynolds back as business secretary, and considering departmental transfers.
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Updated Jul 18
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Andy Burnham is planning to lead a pro-business government, potentially bringing Jonathan Reynolds back as business secretary, and considering departmental transfers.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Mayor Andy Burnham calls on the Prime Minister regarding economic strategy and the night-time economy.Sub-event
- Andy Burnham is scrapping the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and Jonathan Reynolds is returning to a leadership role.Sub-event
Burnham outlines plans for a pro-business government and potential cabinet appointments.1 source
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Andy Burnham is seeking a return to Westminster in England, with his political ambitions spanning England, Wales, and Scotland.Also in this story
- Andy Burnham plans to transform England's governance, contrasting his leadership style with that of Jacob Rees-Mogg, while acknowledging James Murray's current role as Health Secretary.
- Discussions regarding election results and the devolution of powers to various regions, including Wales and Scotland.
- Tensions rise between England and Scotland over inward investment, driven by regional economic rivalry and devolution pressures.
Within Scottish and Welsh push for independence and power devolution
The entities involved
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Andy Burnham
British politician (born 1970)
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Jonathan Reynolds
British politician (born 1980)
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Greater Manchester
metropolitan county in North West England
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- Jonathan Reynolds returned as business secretary for the Department for Business and Trade, whose responsibilities were folded into a larger department.
- Burnham plans for devolution across England, while the British Chambers of Commerce comments on Healey's budget and urges business inclusion.
- Andy Burnham has gained a seat at Cabinet and created a new AI ministerial role for Kanishka Narayan.