8 h. ago Oldham council leader says borough faces 'serious challenge' following no

"We have a serious challenge in Oldham around identity politics."

Politics

9 h. ago Stockport council's new leader gives update on £59 garden waste charge

The new fee has led to criticism from some residents

Politics

21 h. ago Andy Burnham wants yellow box powers expanded across Greater Manchester

Some councils can police the rules of the road in specific locations, fining rule-breakers up to £105, but the mayor wants more

Sport

21 h. ago Andy Burnham wants major change in yellow box powers across Greater Manchester

Some councils can police the rules of the road in specific locations, fining rule-breakers up to £105, but the mayor wants more

Sport

37 h. ago Andy Burnham gives verdict on Oldham council leader after 'secret letter' controversy

Oldham leader was accused of ‘undermining’ the will of the council

Politics

40 h. ago New council leader aims to be a 'unifier' despite major divisions

Independent Councillor Brian Connolly has been elected as Leader of South Ayrshire Council, replacing Conservative Martin Dowey who is accused of making promises to help a businessman secure a major contract.

Politics

42 h. ago Andy Burnham issues tribute to Arena bombing victims eight years after tragedy

The Greater Manchester mayor posted a tribute eight years after the bombing in which 22 people were killed

Events

58 h. ago Oldham council leader clings to power as independents attempt takeover

The leadership challenge failed

Politics

61 h. ago Oldham Council releases 'secret letter' over controversial housing scheme

Oldham council has released the second letter they sent to the government over Places for Everyone.

Politics

66 h. ago "A really f****** serious democratic issue": The 'secret letter' threatening to topple a council leader

The wording of a 'secret letter' could bring uncertainty to the council leadership.

Politics

3 d. ago The three lessons Manchester United should learn so Old Trafford can host the World Cup 'in 10 years'

Andy Burnham believes there's a realistic possibility' Greater Manchester could host World Cup games

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3 d. ago Brian Connolly named new leader as South Ayrshire council votes on new chief

Brian Connolly was voted in as new leader this morning.

Politics

4 d. ago Operator chosen to run town's new market hall as sneak peek published

'Market will survive and thrive into the future' - council leader

Politics

5 d. ago Slot machine firms target UK’s poorest areas and channel funds to billionaires

Exclusive: Politicians including Andy Burnham call for councils to be given powers to stop new sites openingSlot machine companies are targeting Britain’s poorest neighbourhoods and channelling the proceeds to billionaire-owned overseas corporations and a Wall Street fund that uses an offshore lending structure, the Guardian can reveal.The number of slot machine shops has risen by 7% since 2022, as companies -friendly planning and licensing laws to flood Britain’s high streets with new “adult gaming centres” (AGCs), most of which are open 24 hours a day. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago He was leader of Salford Council for 15 years, this is why he resigned from the Labour Party

Neal Keeling speaks to veteran councillor Bill Hinds about his long career of public service, and why he's decided to leave the Labour Party after 51 years.

Politics

7 d. ago MPs opposed to assisted dying criticise ‘distasteful’ Esther Rantzen claims

Objections raised to Rantzen’s accusation of ‘undeclared religious beliefs’ in five-hour Commons debateMPs opposed to assisted dying have criticised “distasteful” claims from the prominent campaigner Esther Rantzen, who argued many are fighting against the changes to the law because of secret religious views.Rantzen made the remarks in a letter urging MPs to back the “strong, safe, carefully considered bill” to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. Continue reading...

Events

8 d. ago Council leader wants to press UK Government on green energy infrastructure support

East Ayrshire Council Leader Douglas Reid will table a motion that cites Kilmarnock project as example.

Politics

8 d. ago LIVE: We try the commute from Manchester to Liverpool by train after huge vision unveiled

Andy Burnham says the current rail infrastructure is 'outdated' and reaching its capacity as he calls for a new train line to be built

Politics

9 d. ago Andy Burnham says case for new Manchester to Liverpool railway line has 'landed' in London

The Greater Manchester mayor has spent the day in London, trying to convince the government to back the major transport project

Events

9 d. ago LIVE: Andy Burnham issues update on new Manchester to Liverpool railway line

The Greater Manchester mayor is selling his plans to the government

Events