Northern lights: UK's regional cities could teach Cork and Limerick a thing or two

Manchester mayor Andy Burnham says cities with devolved power are future engines of change

Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham (left) and mayor of Liverpool City Region Steve Rotheram; both men left Westminster, somewhat disillusioned, to become the devolved mayors of their cities.

When you arrive in British cities like Glasgow, Manchester, and Liverpool, you can feel the Irish presence.

It is tangible, visceral almost.