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Andy Burnham says he’d hand more power to local governments if he becomes UK leader
By Alastair Grant And Jill Lawless, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 29, 2026
· 4 min read
Andy Burnham, likely the next U.K. prime minister, pledged Monday to give away a chunk of his power by handing greater autonomy to local leaders in a “circuit-breaker” for the sclerotic British state.The former mayor of Greater Manchester also said he would move part of the prime minister’s offic...
Key takeaway The former mayor of Greater Manchester also said he would move part of the prime minister’s office from London’s 10 Downing St.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The concept of decentralizing power and giving more autonomy to local leaders, as proposed by Andy Burnham, may resonate with Alamo Heights residents who value community-driven decision making. In the context of Bexar County, where Alamo Heights is located, there have been ongoing discussions about the balance of power between local municipalities and the county government. Burnham's idea of "Manchesterism" and his plan to create a "No. 10 North" office in northwest England could be seen as a model for similar initiatives in the San Antonio area, where local leaders are working to promote economic growth and development. As Alamo Heights continues to navigate its own growth and development, the idea of harnessing private and public money to invest in areas like transport, housing, and infrastructure may be worth exploring, and Burnham's approach could provide a useful framework for consideration.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Andy Burnham, likely the next U.K. prime minister, pledged Monday to give away a chunk of his power by handing greater autonomy to local leaders in a “circuit-breaker” for the sclerotic British state.The former mayor of Greater Manchester also said he would move part of the prime minister’s offic...
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