England’s mayors to be boosted with ‘more money and more power’ in Budget

The upcoming Budget will increase funding for social housing and grant England's mayors additional money and power. These plans, to be formally announced in John Healey's Budget on Wednesday, aim to provide local officials with greater flexibility and authority regarding investment decisions. Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated that local leaders should no longer need to approach Whitehall 'cap in hand' to secure project funding, ensuring that regional governance is strengthened through increased autonomy and financial support.