Mayor of Greater Manchester10 hrs agoPeople at Ashton market quizzed on responsibilities of the mayorBBC Radio Manchester's Joe McGrath went to Ashton to see what people there knew about the responsibilities of the mayor10 hrs ago5 days agoRuthless plotter? Flip-flopper? Dad dancer? Insiders reveal the real Andy BurnhamWho is the real Andy Burnham? Laura Kuenssberg talks to more than 20 people who know him to work it out5 days ago7 days agoBurnham's 'Manchesterism' got him to No 10 - but will it work for the UK?Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country.7 days ago8 days agoCan Andy Burnham solve the housing crisis?BBC Verify has looked at the scale of the housing challenge facing Burnham when he becomes PM.8 days ago7 Jul 2026Independent candidate to stand in third mayor pollThe businessman contested the city region vote in 2017 and 2021.7 Jul 20265 Jul 2026Burnham's plan could give us Team East - mayorPaul Bristow says the East region is currently underfunded and could benefit from a fresh start.5 Jul 20263 Jul 2026Greater Manchester mayoral election candidates Voters across all 10 Greater Manchester boroughs will elect a successor to Andy Burnham on 30 July.3 Jul 20262 Jul 2026Burnham brings a different perspective, says ex-MPFormer Labour MP Joan Walley says Burnham's time in Manchester would help set Westminster's tone.2 Jul 202629 Jun 2026Will Andy Burnham's devolution plan raise economic growth?BBC Verify has looked at what impact further devolution could be expected to have on the UK.29 Jun 2026...
