Burnham's No 10 North to be built on Manchester brownfield site

Andy Burnham's proposed 'No 10 North' government hub is slated to be located on a brownfield site in Ancoats, on the outskirts of Manchester city centre. This northern centre of government is not expected to be completed before 2028, according to reports from the Manchester Evening News.

While the Ancoats site is under construction, it is not yet ready for occupancy. Burnham is reportedly seeking an interim base within Manchester city centre to serve as a temporary location until the Ancoats facility is finished. This initiative aims to establish a more significant government presence outside of London.

The development signifies a commitment to decentralizing government functions and bringing them closer to communities in the North of England. The choice of a brownfield site in Ancoats reflects a potential focus on urban regeneration within Manchester. Further details regarding the interim location and the specific timeline for the Ancoats project are anticipated.