17 h. ago Andy Burnham sets out where he wants the new grooming gangs inquiry to go in Greater Manchester

The Greater Manchester mayor launched his own local inquiry into child sexual exploitation in 2017 but says it wasn't enough

Events

21 h. ago Andy Burnham has 'one last go' to save 250 jobs at Wigan glass factory

The Greater Manchester mayor met the Japanese owners this morning

Events

23 h. ago Fibre glass factory in Wigan looks set to close with the loss of 250 jobs

MP laments collapsed buyout deal

Politics

34 h. ago Controversial £1bn fund run by Andy Burnham's office extended by 10 years despite legal action

The GMCA has denied claims two loans were approved with ‘no lawful or proper process'

Economics

40 h. ago Andy Burnham's child sex abuse inquiry team 'resigned' after authorities 'lawyered up', MPs told

Baroness Louise Casey said that authorities in Greater Manchester were 'lawyering up' to fight over what data would be shared

Events

60 h. ago Out of area taxi loophole will be 'closed' to help tackle grooming gangs

Andy Burnham has repeated raised concerns about it

Events

3 d. ago 'Andy Burnham, you have a strong influence... use it to get this two

The Greater Manchester mayor has previously supported scrapping the policy which was first introduced by the Conservatives

Events

3 d. ago Andy Burnham welcomes grooming inquiry, admitting his review had 'limitations'

The Greater Manchester backed calls for a national probe earlier this year

Events

5 d. ago Gardeners save £250 on 'giant' Tuscan olive tree that transforms any patio into Mediterranean paradise

Upgrade your outdoor space this space with a giant Tuscan olive tree slashed in price that adds a Mediterranean flair to your garden or patio

Economics

6 d. ago Alexander Dennis: SNP Government accused of prioritising foreign firms as 400 jobs face axe

Scottish Labour say the First Minister should follow the lead of Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, who has procured around 160 vehicles from the Falkirk facility.

Politics

6 d. ago Burnham presses Scottish Government on Alexander Dennis factory closure

The bus manufacturer has proposed to consolidate its operations in Scarborough, North Yorkshire.

Politics

6 d. ago SNP 'overlooking Scottish industry' as historic bus manufacturer threatens move to England

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham said the English city had invested more in Scottish-built buses than the SNP Government.

Events

7 d. ago Save £250 on a giant Tuscan olive tree that will transform any patio into a Mediterranean haven

Elevate your outdoor space this summer with a giant Tuscan olive tree that will add a Mediterranean flair to your patio or garden - and right now, it's £250 less

Economics

1 week ago Andy Burnham and 12 Greater Manchester MPs back Campaign for Gigi

"I hope the Government will legislate in her memory to ensure the highest standards of safety and care in all nursery settings"

Events

1 week ago Andy Burnham slams Northern after rail firm says 'not a priority' to stop using fax machines

The train operator says switching to more modern tech is 'not a priority'.

Events

1 week ago Andy Burnham issues statement on future of Bee Network £2 bus fare cap

The mayor said investment announced this week would ensure and 'expanded but still low fare system'

Economics

2 w. ago Andy Burnham says 'something has to be done' to fill Manchester's gaping hole

The Greater Manchester mayor says he would be 'disappointed' if the government does not do something next week

Events

2 w. ago 'More to come', Rachel Reeves says after Andy Burnham demand

The Chancellor was in Rochdale to announce £2.5bn for new buses, tram stops and a Metrolink extension in Greater Manchester

Events

2 w. ago Voices: First Sadiq, now Andy will no one rid Keir Starmer of his turbulent mayors?

As the mayor of Greater Manchester proposes a ‘popular left programme’ – just days after the mayor of London defied Downing Street with a new plan for drugs law – is the prime minister under threat from colleagues with their own fiefdoms, asks John Rentoul

Politics

2 w. ago Andy Burnham has made a £400m demand... but 'that's not good enough'

'The simple ability to get around is a right that should be available to all our communities'

Economics