UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Advocates for Written Constitution
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has expressed support for the country to adopt a written constitution, arguing that a clear set of principles is needed. This stance marks a significant call for constitutional reform in the United Kingdom, a position he has held since entering office two weeks prior.
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UK PM Burnham signals support for written constitution
Britain’s new Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signalled his support for a written constitution for the UK, which unlike most countries, does not have one authoritative document. Since entering office just two weeks ago, the former mayor of Greater Manchester has made devolution of power to regional authorities a focus of his administration. “In the end, I think it does start to point towards a new constitutional settlement,” Burnham said of his devolution plans. Calling for a “new clear set o...
By Agence France-Presse
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Britain, unlike most countries around the world is instead governed by a patchwork of statutes, common law judgments, and treaties
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LONDON: Britain’s new Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signalled his support for a written Constitution for the UK, which unlike most countries, does not have one authoritative document. Since entering office just two weeks ago, the former mayor of Greater Manchester has made devolution of power to regional authorities a focus of his administration. “In the end, I think it does start to point towards a new constitutional settlement,” Burnham said of his devolution plans. Calling for a “new cle...
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