# Healey’s first budget to include major devolution package to boost growth

https://mins.news/en/item/114308

- The Guardian, 2026-10-24 21:30 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/oct/24/andy-burnham-john-healey-first-budget-devolution-growth-package

> Chancellor John Healey is set to propose a devolution package in next week’s budget, including a £1.5bn borrowing facility developed with mayors and £285m in initial “good growth” funding next year. Andy Burnham says local leaders should not have to seek Westminster’s approval for each project. The plans also include £150m to help local authorities build capacity.

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