We have to have a bigger ambition for rail in the north, says Andy Burnham

The video discusses the need to transform rail in the North of England by learning from past experiences and adopting a local public control approach. It critiques the lack of progress since the Northern Powerhouse promise and highlights the challenges of top-down infrastructure development. The speaker advocates for a place-based approach, emphasizing collaboration with local authorities to deliver better rail services.

What was the main promise made by George Osborne regarding the Northern Powerhouse?

• Expansion of road networks

• Construction of new airports

• Development of Northern Powerhouse Rail

• Introduction of new bus services

According to the speaker, what is a major flaw in Whitehall's approach to infrastructure?

• Excessive public consultations

• Over-reliance on technology

• Top-down decision-making

• Lack of funding

What does the speaker suggest is necessary for better infrastructure delivery?

• Increased ministerial involvement

• A place-based approach

• More international partnerships

• Higher taxes

What role did the speaker and Steve Rotherham have in the Northern Powerhouse Rail project?

• Public relations

• Designing new train models

• Routing decisions

• Budget allocation

What is the speaker's proposed solution for improving rail services in the North?

• Privatization of rail services

• Local public control

• Increased ticket prices

• More frequent ministerial reviews