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Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham
NORTHERN councils have formed a coalition to demand more support in the face of new government restrictions that risk decimating the economy in the north.
Council leaders and businesses in the region warned of a rebellion today over the economic effects of stricter lockdown regulations.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham said he would “use whatever means” to challenge the government if it did not improve support for workers and businesses hit by a new lockdown.
Can Andy Burnham’s programme deliver a productive economy – or merely a softer version of capitalism, asks VINCE MILLS
Durham Miners’ Association general secretary ALAN MARDGHUM speaks to Ben Chacko about the PM-in-waiting, the threat of Reform and the radical change of direction this country needs