Andy Burnham will set out his plans for the economy and devolution in a major speech this morning. Speaking in Manchester, Sir Keir Starmer’s likely successor will confirm a flagship proposal to create a “No 10” in the North and ambitions for “good growth in every postcode” with what allies say is the biggest transfer of power out of Whitehall in modern times.

The new Makerfield MP will unveil a “10-year mission” to raise living standards through reindustrialisation, housing, infrastructure and reform of essential utilities.

The former Greater Manchester mayor will call for decision-making to be pushed back into local communities as part of his vision to “lift Britain back up”.

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