Andy Burnham, Steve Rotheram and other northern leaders have launched The Great North campaign
They are calling for any future UK Olympic and Paralympic Games bid to be based in the north, citing Liverpool and Manchester as potential host cities
Writing to the Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy they say that staging the Games for the first time in the North, in places like Liverpool and Manchester, is a “compelling proposition” offering a once-in-a-generation opportunity to accelerate regeneration, rebalance the economy and reset international perceptions of England
In the letter, The Great North also ask the Government to work with them and support proportionate feasibility and preparatory work.
They also want to work with the Government to help form the legacy goals of any bid and ensure there is a long-term benefit for northern communities, including a plan so the region can count on more major events to help bolster jobs, regeneration prospects and attract more visitors.
