Patients were forced to be evacuated and scans cancelled after two ceilings collapsed within a day of one another at a crumbling Greater Manchester hospital.
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In 10 days time, Greater Manchester will go to the polls to choose its new mayor.
With a range of powers over transport, policing, economy, and education - to name a few - over nearly three million people, the 2024 mayoral election winner will become arguably the most powerful figure in Greater Manchester’s political history. That’s because in 2025, the region is expected to get a ‘single settlement’ of cash from the government.
In effect, it means the mayor will run the GM Combined Authority (GMCA) akin to a government department. The new mayor will also be able to benefit from permission to retain 100 percent of business rates for 10 years.
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So with such an important decision on the cards, what are each of the six candidates offering voters?
Here, the Local Democracy Reporting Service takes a look at each manifesto...
Jake Austin did not send over a manifesto when asked by the LDRS. However, when asked previously what he would do for the people of Greater Manchester in the first 100 days of office, he said: “For years we've had announcements, hints, and teases about the Metrolink connecting up areas of our region it has so far left behind, like Stockport, Bolton, and Wigan.
“I am not willing to wait any longer for the work to begin, and I'll make it my priority to start work on extending the Metrolink to Stockport (and beyond) as soon as elected, so that everyone can benefit from the multi-modal transport we desperately need.”
To vote on May 2, you will need to take photo ID to a polling station, here is a full list of accepted ID
Asked how Greater Manchester will change by the end of the mayoral term, he
Patients were forced to be evacuated and scans cancelled after two ceilings collapsed within a day of one another at a crumbling Greater Manchester hospital.
Average petrol and diesel prices have seen an increase of 10p per litre since the beginning of this year, according to recent figures.
It is likely to be a damp start to the Bank holiday weekend - but some sunshine is expected between the rain and cloud.
A mural of Girls Aloud star Sarah Harding has appeared on a wall in Stockport - the town where she grew up.
A huge family event is coming to Greater Manchester's 'best park' this bank holiday weekend.
Labour has lost seats at councils across Greater Manchester and no longer holds a majority in Oldham. The party suffered losses, predominantly to independent candidates, in several areas where the war in Gaza was said to be a decisive factor for some voters.
Heavy rain showers are forecast in Greater Manchester today after a spell of warmer weather.
Greater Manchester will be hotter than Ibiza today as temperatures climb to 20C.
Greater Manchester is in store for a big night at the local elections. All 10 councils will be holding elections on Thursday (May 2) with Andy Burnham's job as Greater Manchester mayor also up for grabs while voters in Salford will also be electing their own city mayor.
A suspected loan shark has been arrested following an investigation in Greater Manchester. Searches were carried out at a property in Whitefield and a business in Hyde earlier today (May 1).
A rustic beach hut overlooking sand dunes on the Merseyside coast is available to book on Airbnb. The Owl House is a “guest favourite” and has glowing reviews from visitors.
Renters in one Greater Manchester area are spending more than half of their take-home pay on rent as wages fail to keep up with soaring prices. Rent costs in Manchester have gone up twice as fast as wages over the last nine years, exclusive analysis by Manchester Evenings News has revealed.
Another mild day is forecast in Greater Manchester today with temperatures expected to reach 19C.
We’re lucky in Greater Manchester that several national parks are all within easy reach. Yet only one of them has been crowned the best in the UK, according to a new study.
A new poll published ahead of the Greater Manchester mayoral election next week suggests we could be in store for a surprise. Labour's Andy Burnham, who has served as the city-region's mayor since 2017, is expected to cruise towards a third term in office.
Property website Rightmove is advertising two fields for sale in Oldham with an asking price of just £1. The fields are for sale in Greenfield, known for its rugged stone cottages, handsome old pubs, and jaw-dropping countryside.
A Greater Manchester Police car has been taken off the road after having two windows smashed up in Salford. Images have been shared on social media today (April 26) of a Peugeot 308 in GMP livery, parked up on Woodland Grange, in Worsley.
Two new giant artworks have been unveiled in Altrincham as part of a new initiative that celebrates the town's bright future. The murals have been created by Manchester-based artist Caroline Dowsett, who is famous for creating colourful pieces from shapes and lines that are inspired by the everyday.
A mix of showers and sunshine are forecast in Greater Manchester today.
Andy Burnham hit back at criticism of his record on policing at hustings hosted by the Manchester Evening News today (April 18). The Labour mayor who is hoping to be re-elected for a third term next month clashed with other candidates when quizzed about Greater Manchester Police.