What does the new cabinet mean for the future of regional growth, devolution and the Northern Powerhouse?

Looking at those around the cabinet table, there is a sense that when addressing regional growth, devolution, and the Northern Powerhouse, the direction of travel may be about to change. From the Prime Minister’s own experience as Mayor of London, to his early commitments to the north, there are positive indications for regional progress. As well as this, when looking at his new cabinet, it’s clear that the new representatives are already well brought into the idea of devolution in England.

The Prime Minister

Whilst Boris Johnson has kept relatively tight lipped about the detail of much of his policies, his own stint as Mayor of London means he’s well aware of what devolution can bring to a region, as well as where some of the frustrations may be for those navigating the system of securing a deal and implementing it. For the Prime Minister's first speech outside of London, he travelled to Manchester, praising the city, but als