Archive: Boris Johnson makes northern powerhouse pledge in 2019

The transcript outlines a commitment to fund the Leeds to Manchester route, emphasizing the importance of local decision-making. It highlights plans to accelerate work on these projects, aiming to finalize a deal by autumn. The speaker stresses the need to inject pace into the Northern powerhouse rail initiative to unlock jobs and boost growth.

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