Mayor of Greater Manchester7 days agoCoogan's regeneration role a coup, mayor saysThe Alan Partridge star will lead the way in boosting growth in his home town of Middleton.7 days ago8 days agoUnderground trains and trams plan for cityMayor Andy Burnham says two new underground lines are "essential" for Manchester's future economy.8 days ago11 Jun 2025Major regeneration plan gets city leaders' backingThe Western Gateway mayoral development zone (MDZ) will stretch across Salford and Trafford boroughs.11 Jun 20256 Jun 2025Tram-train will link 'forgotten' towns says mayorAndy Burnham says proposals to link Leigh and Bolton to Metrolink will be revealed next month.6 Jun 202519 May 2025Northern mayors unveil investment partnershipThe Great North partnership aims to attract clean energy, defence and creative industry investment.19 May 202515 May 2025New rail link needed after election losses - mayorGreater Manchester's mayor calls for investment in the region to create a 'strong northern story'.15 May 202514 May 2025Mayors make case for Liverpool-Manchester rail linkSteve Rotheram and Andy Burnham say a new rail link could deliver a £15bn boost to the economy. 14 May 20251 May 2025'Cut-off for 58 years' town to get railway stationThe town of Golborne near Wigan will be connected to the rail network for the first time since 1967.1 May 202529 Apr 2025Burnham supports Strangeways closure and moveThe Greater Manchester mayor says there is a "clear preference" to relocate the prison in the long term.29 Apr 2025...