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Andy Burnham wants to reshape politics & public spending. But delivering meaningful change will require sustained political capital & follow through. As responsibilities are increasingly shared across combined authorities & local government, the question is not simply how much money is available.

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Drawing on five years of research and more than 150 interviews, a new report argues that the UK's centralised model of spending control no longer reflects how public services are delivered. The findings point to a need for fundamental reform, including a greater focus on long-term outcomes.

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30 July

This guest blog from David Richards, @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social, @samwarner.bsky.social & Martin Smith sets out recommendations from the report. With thanks to @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk Read the blog: www.nuffieldfoundation.org/news/opinion...

nuffieldfoundation.orgThe myth of Treasury control: What’s wrong with the UK’s public spending system and how to fix it - Nuffield FoundationThe long-standing model of centralised Treasury control over public spending has inadequately adapted to the realities of public service delivery.