Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester and a likely candidate for Prime Minister, announced plans to establish a "No 10 North" devolution hub in Manchester.

The proposal represents a significant shift in the UK's governance structure. By moving administrative power away from London, Burnham aims to provide regional autonomy and address long-standing economic disparities between the north of England and the capital.

Burnham said the initiative is designed to rebalance power and deliver a 10-year economic plan [1] for the region. The hub would serve as a center for regional empowerment, reducing the reliance on Westminster for local decision-making and funding.

"This is the biggest rebalancing of power our country has seen," Burnham said.

The plan is part of a broader blueprint for governing the country if Burnham is elected Prime Minister. He said he wants to "rewire Britain" through a combination of devolution and the establishment of this northern administrative center.

According to Burnham, the government he would lead would be based on regional empowerment and the aforementioned 10-year economic plan [1]. This strategy focuses on shifting the center of gravity for political power to ensure that northern cities have a more direct influence on national policy.

"I want to rewire Britain with devolution and a No 10 North in Manchester," Burnham said.

Burnham said that if he becomes Prime Minister, his government will prioritize these regional shifts to create a more equitable distribution of authority across the United Kingdom.

“This is the biggest rebalancing of power our country has seen.”

The 'No 10 North' proposal signals a move toward a more federalized system of government in the UK. By challenging the centralization of power in Westminster, Burnham is positioning himself as a champion of regionalism, which could redefine the relationship between the central government and the English regions if implemented.