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Tory leadership battle erupts at conference

Conservative Party conference descends into chaos as senior ministers Robert Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch openly position themselves as Rishi Sunak's successors, while Andy Burnham demands radical devolution powers for Manchester.

Manchester Football Clubs Back Landmark Devolution Deal

Manchester United and Manchester City join forces with civic leaders to sign historic 'Trailblazer' devolution agreement, granting Greater Manchester unprecedented powers over transport, housing and economic development.

Manchester Armed Police Siege Ends With Arrest

A major police operation involving armed officers and negotiators unfolded in Manchester after reports of a man making serious threats, bringing a residential street to a standstill.

Burnham demands Labour commit to radical devolution

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham challenges Keir Starmer to commit to radical devolution, warning that Westminster's grip on power must be broken to deliver meaningful change for the North.

Burnham demands radical devolution for Manchester

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham calls for unprecedented powers and funding transfer from Westminster in landmark speech, positioning the region as trailblazer for English devolution.

Burnham demands new powers for Manchester, rivals PM

In a bold speech, Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham calls for significant new powers over housing, transport, and skills, directly challenging Westminster's approach and fuelling speculation about his national ambitions.

Burnham: UK Needs Political Overhaul to Avoid Decline

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham delivers powerful critique of Westminster's centralised power, calling for radical devolution and political reform to rebalance the nation and tackle regional inequality.

Burnham Challenges Starmer with Radical Labour Overhaul

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham launches a stunning critique of his own party, calling for a bold return to public ownership, PR elections, and an end to 'creeping Thatcherism' within Labour, setting the stage for a clash with Keir Starmer.

Andy Burnham refuses to rule out Westminster return

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has ignited speculation by refusing to deny a potential return to Westminster politics, stating he will 'serve in whatever way I can' after his mayoral term ends. The 'King of the North' discusses devolution, Labour's

Bruco Manchester Review: Ancoats' Stunning New Italian

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Nandy backs Burnham for Westminster comeback

Labour's Lisa Nandy passionately endorses Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham for a return to national politics, citing his transformative leadership and advocacy for devolution.

Andy Burnham's 'King in the North' Crown Challenged

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham faces a backlash as political opponents dissect his record, branding him a 'very, very poor minister' and challenging his 'King in the North' persona ahead of crucial local elections.

Andy Burnham challenges Starmer's Labour leadership

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham challenges Keir Starmer's leadership, calling for a radical devolution of power from Westminster and criticising Labour's timid stance on Brexit and EU relations.

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