Is Burnham's 'Manchesterism' the fix for health & social care?

Is Burnham's 'Manchesterism' the fix for health & social care?

Author: The BMJ July 24, 2026 Duration: 49:43
Known for his use of devolved powers, during his tenure as Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham now has the opportunity to bring his local blueprint to the national stage. But what does this mean for the future of health and social care? Our panel explore the deeply rooted health inequalities tied to the social determinants of health, the disconnect between local decision-making and national infrastructure, and the urgent need to extend the ability to access social care to more of England's population. We're joined by Michael Marmot: Professor of Epidemiology and Public Health at University College London (UCL) and author of the landmark Marmot Review. Sarah Woolnough: Chief Executive of the health think tank, The King's Fund. Matt Sutton: Professor of Health Economics at the University of Manchester. Reading List Devolution can create new opportunities for better health Will devolving powers to mayors close England’s health gap? Andy Burnham’s goal of good growth could be a health-creating mission that supports environmental action The King's Fund responds to Andy Burnham’s comments on social care 

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