Devolution powers announced by Heidi Alexander align with Andy Burnham's regionalist push, drawing criticism from James Cleverly.

The entities involved

• Heidi Alexander →

  British politician (born 1975)

  Nothing else this week.

• Andy Burnham →

  British politician (born 1970)

  • Burnham's administration is pushing building rate increases while the UK seeks insights from California's housing policies.Mon 17:38
  • A new scheme has been introduced involving Andy Burnham and BMF aimed at boosting the building materials sector.Mon 17:38
• James Cleverly →

  British politician (born 1969)

  • Sadiq Khan introduced ULEZ across Greater London while James Cleverly launched a bid to challenge him for the Mayoralty.Fri 09:18
  • James Cleverly commented on Sadiq Khan's performance as he positions himself as a rival for the London Mayoralty.Fri 09:18

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• Danny Kruger raises concerns about Andy Burnham's devolution agenda while at the Institute for Government.Sep 4
• Andy Burnham pushed for regional devolution of power and resources in Wales and commented on the potential breakup of the UK.Sep 14
• Devolution of further powers to Wales is discussed, with Andy Burnham suggesting future partnership opportunities.Jul 5
• Scottish leadership, including John Swinney, is pushing for greater devolution from central power, proposing regional centers function as suburbs of London.Sep 20