Rachel Reeves: “If we get this right, working together, this corridor will not just compete globally, it will lead globally. We can do…”

Having more decision makers, both officials and ministers, based in the north of England and in different parts of the country, would be a good thing for policy making.

I wish the very best of luck to my successor, Andy and his cabinet. You have my full support, and I will continue to play my part in helping this Labour government deliver the change the country needs.

Our choices mean the economy is in a better position to deal with the costs of the war in Iran while kickstarting long-term growth by focusing on our three big choices – boosting AI, regional growth and strengthening trade with the EU.

Don't cry on national television. That was probably my toughest moment, or perhaps even tougher, seeing the photos of me crying on national television on the front page of pretty much every newspaper the following day