# Burnham could improve Londoners' lives, not wage war on south

Polly Toynbee argues that accusations of Andy Burnham waging war on the south are misplaced. Instead, she outlines how his policies could actually benefit Londoners. The piece highlights the potential for cooperation and improved public services across regions.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Health
- [The Guardian Health](https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jul/03/andy-burnham-londoners-manchesterism-north-south) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:00:21 GMT