Britain's new Conservative government is setting out plans to offer English cities much greater powers.
It comes with huge pressure from Scottish nationalists the SNP for more powers for Scotland after they won dozens of seats in last week's general election.
The government promises Scotland will see its parliament boosted - but also wants to extend decision-making abilities to English regions too.
Chancellor George Osborne is setting out plans to give the northern city of Manchester control of issues like housing, transport, planning and policing, via an elected Mayor.
Reporter Simon Conway says it could represent a radical shift if other cities follow Manchester's example.
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Phillip Blond of think-tank ResPublica authored the original influential blueprint for devolving powers to Manchester and other regions - and says it's about time.
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Phillip Blond of think-tank ResPublica authored the original influential blueprint for devolving powers to Manchester and other regions - and says it's the most radical change in government in years.
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