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Manchester takes economic-growth control from HM Treasury

8/20/2026

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Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced that No. 10 North in Manchester will assume economic-growth responsibility from HM Treasury, which will retain control of public finances.
First Secretary of State Louise Haigh will oversee No. 10 North and take the growth portfolio from Chancellor John Healey, who reportedly backs the plan.
Officials said the Manchester outpost at Heron House is already operating and will cost taxpayers no extra money.

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Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced that No. 10 North in Manchester will assume economic-growth responsibility from HM Treasury, which will retain control of public finances.
First Secretary of State Louise Haigh will oversee No. 10 North and take the growth portfolio from Chancellor John Healey, who reportedly backs the plan.
Officials said the Manchester outpost at Heron House is already operating and will cost taxpayers no extra money.