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Member
Speaking in the House of Lords on 9 February 2026
Debate
English Devolution and Community Empowerment BillContribution
Research by Manchester University shows that the devolution deal enabled Greater Manchester to make significant improvements in many parts of the health system. For example, there were 11.1% fewer alcohol-related hospital admissions and 14.4% fewer hospital admissions for violence, same-day GP appointments increased and unplanned A&E reattendances were lower. The researchers argue that the positive changes
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