Andy Burnham21 hrs ago'I fear I could die sleeping rough in the big freeze'People sleeping rough on the streets of Manchester say more support is needed as winter conditions bite.21 hrs agoManchester6 Nov 2024Manchester mayor helps to open partnership hubAndy Burnham says he has "high hopes" for a collaborative hub linking Cambridge and Manchester.6 Nov 202430 Oct 2024Northern rail services embarrassing, mayor saysNorthern says it relies on using fax machines to communicate train cancellations among staff. 30 Oct 2024Manchester29 Oct 2024Bus fare cap to stay at £2, mayor confirmsAndy Burnham says Greater Manchester's bus network will be exempt from a nationwide increase to £3.29 Oct 2024Manchester22 Oct 2024Jobs boost as bus network welcomes new fleetGreater Manchester's Bee Network has ordered a new set of buses in a boost for local industry.22 Oct 2024Manchester19 Oct 2024New housing officers say some homes 'horrendous' Newly-trained officers graduate to bolster the ranks of Greater Manchester housing enforcement teams.19 Oct 2024Manchester10 Oct 2024Firefighters could become medical first respondersMayor Andy Burnham suggests that firefighters should be sent out to some medical incidents.10 Oct 2024Manchester5 Oct 2024Bee Network tap-in tap-out fares launch in MarchCommuters will be able to travel on trams and buses for a maximum multi-modal fare of £9.50 a day.5 Oct 2024Manchester3 Oct 2024Mayor calls for regional control of job centresAndy Burnham asks the government for the power and finances to transform job centres.3 Oct 2024Manchester