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Chris Mason: Burnham starts to sketch out his vision as potential prime minister

Andy Burnham is sketching out his vision for the premiership. He intends to extend devolution and deliver "good growth in every British postcode." The MP for Makerfield is delivering his first major leadership speech.

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Burnham has launched a bid for No 10 and detailed his goals for regional devolution.

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  1. Andy Burnham Outlines Vision for Prime Minister Bid

    Andy Burnham is sketching out his vision for the premiership. He intends to extend devolution and deliver "good growth in every British postcode." The MP for Makerfield is delivering his first major leadership speech.

    What's confirmed:

    • Andy Burnham is the MP for Makerfield.
    • Burnham's team described his Monday morning address as "his first major leadership speech".
    • Burnham stated that as PM he would deliver "good growth in every British postcode" and extend UK devolution.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Burnham's devolution plans are fraught with dangers.
    • Burnham has held prime ministerial ambitions for years.
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