The first details of how Andy Burnham will use new powers given to Greater Manchester in the latest devolution deal have been revealed. The mayor will make a series of announcements in the coming months to set out his plans for transport, housing and technical education.
It comes seven weeks after the trailblazer deal was signed by the government, giving local leaders in Greater Manchester more control over spending in the city-region and providing a 'blueprint' for further devolution across England. Marking six years since he became mayor on Monday (May 8), Mr Burnham shared a statement explaining how he would use some of these new powers.
This includes the introduction of a Manchester Baccalaureate - or MBacc - to create a technical education route that is considered equally important to academic options. The Labour mayor also promised he would set up a Good Landlord Charter to drive up housing standards across Greater Manchester.
