Andy Burnham says new local powers mean the UK needs a written constitution
By early 2028, English regional mayors will get to keep a cut of the income tax generated locally. Regional leader Andy Burnham argues this shift away from Westminster control means Britain must finally draft formal rules to govern itself. He expects richer places like London to share their cash with less prosperous areas, echoing Germany's post-war setup.
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