The Latest Breaking News from Andy Burnham

"We're better than this": Andy Burnham's plea after spike in Bee Bikes vandalism

The mayor vented his frustration

Manchester Evening News · Jun 29, 2023

The staggering number of Greater Manchester homes that could be dangerous... or even deadly

Problems include damp and mould, asbestos, lead and even radiation

Manchester Evening News · Jun 29, 2023

Awaab's death was a 'hammer blow to our conscience', housing secretary says - now he has a powerful legacy that will save lives

'It shouldn't have taken Awaab's death to focus attention, but out of that tragedy has come a renewed move to deal with this'

Manchester Evening News · Jun 28, 2023

Bad landlords could have properties taken off them in overhaul of region's rental market, Andy Burnham announces

Mr Burnham wants the government to give the region stronger powers to drive up standards in privately rented homes

Manchester Evening News · Jun 27, 2023

New ‘bus and tram’ tickets 20% cheaper as Greater Manchester moves closer to ‘London-style’ transport network

The Bee Network across the region launches on September 24 with the promise of cheaper prices for those who purchase bus and tram tickets

Manchester Evening News · Jun 23, 2023

Local leaders demand government action to help house asylum seekers and refugees

The letter has been signed by Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham, his deputy Kate Green and the 10 council leaders

Manchester Evening News · Jun 21, 2023

The Mancunian Way: Brutalist gem

The national policy that will impact local homelessness PLUS Toast Rack seeks new owner AND The priest who survived conversion therapy

Manchester Evening News · Jun 20, 2023

Metrolink staff accept new pay deal after strikes called off

The strike action was supposed to take place earlier this month

Manchester Evening News · Jun 19, 2023

The new quiz that tells you 'how good your job is'

Greater Manchester is holding the UK's first ever Good Employment Week

Manchester Evening News · Jun 19, 2023

Bus franchising would be easier ‘if Bristol had a tram network’, says West of England mayor

Tram networks in some cities in England raise lots of revenue which is then reinvested into public transport

Bristol Post · Jun 19, 2023