Caroline Simpson Tapped to Lead No 10 North as Andy Burnham Eyes Devolution Push
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Updated · The Municipal Journal · Jun 30
Caroline Simpson Tapped to Lead No 10 North as Andy Burnham Eyes Devolution Push
1 articles · Updated · The Municipal Journal · Jun 30
Summary
Caroline Simpson, Greater Manchester Combined Authority chief executive, is being lined up to become Andy Burnham’s deputy chief of staff and run a new No 10 North operation.
The move is tied to Burnham’s expected arrival in Downing Street this month, with the northern office designed to shift power away from Westminster.
Simpson took over at the GMCA 2 years ago, giving Burnham a close regional ally to help execute his devolution agenda from northern England.