BBC Verify has looked at what impact further devolution could be expected to have on the UK.
Ben Houchen says he would also like regional mayors to have more control over funding they receive.
SNP ministers have reacted with scepticism to the Labour MP's proposal to redistribute power across the UK.
Makerfield MP on course to be PM will argue for more decision-making in regions and communities as he sets out platform for government ...
He will say decision-making needs to be "pushed to regions and local communities", and will promise "good growth in every ...
Despite the setback, which local leaders described as “extremely disappointing”, the Wessex Partnership has carried on as an informal coalition, backing a Joint Growth Plan, shared infrastructure work ...
The man most likely to be the next prime minister says his devolution plans would "drive good growth in every postcode".
Andy Burnham has built his reputation on championing regional devolution – as Greater Manchester’s mayor he was celebrated as ...
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