Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, has detailed a governance philosophy he terms 'calls "Manchesterism," which he proposes as a model for national policy in the United Kingdom. This approach emphasizes a "place first, not party first" strategy, focusing on problem-solving over partisan point-scoring.
Burnham's vision is rooted in the partnerships forged within Greater Manchester, bringing together public, private, community, voluntary, academic, faith, and trade union sectors. He aims to nationalize the lessons learned during his tenure as mayor, applying them to economic policy, housing, infrastructure, and education.
Core Proposals
Key tenets of 'Manchesterism' include positioning universities as central to local economies, fostering innovation through support for startups and scale-ups, and committing to nationwide infrastructure improvements. Burnham has stated his intention to implement "the biggest rebalancing of power our country has seen."
TIME has reached out to Burnham's office for comment regarding these proposals.