Andy Burnham13 hrs agoChief Constable given two-year contract extensionChief Constable Stephen Watson will now remain at the Greater Manchester Police helm until May 2028.13 hrs agoManchester1 day agoPrivate hire licence system broken, mayor saysGreater Manchester's mayor wants new national laws to stop out-of-town taxi licensing.1 day agoEngland27 Mar 2025Disability benefit cuts 'the wrong choice' - BurnhamVeteran Labour politician Andy Burnham says the government's plan "feels like the wrong choice".27 Mar 2025Manchester23 Mar 2025Bee Network's tap-and-go system now includes busesGreater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham says the new system is a "game-changer" for public transport.23 Mar 2025Manchester21 Mar 2025Homeless camp growing 'due to activists' - councilMayor Andy Burnham said the city had been doing "more than anywhere else" for homelessness. 21 Mar 2025Manchester20 Mar 2025Space station agreement signed by city mayorsSteve Rotheram says Tim Peake was impressed by the bio-engineering expertise in the North West. 20 Mar 2025England28 Feb 2025Mayor urges homeless camp 'work with us'People living in red tents at St Peter's Square have relocated to another area of Manchester.28 Feb 2025Manchester21 Feb 2025School will crumble without repairs - teachersSchool leaders are calling for support to make repairs to the Grade II-listed building.21 Feb 2025Manchester20 Feb 2025Tourists should pay 'proper' city tax - mayorVisitors are currently urged to pay a voluntary levy of £1 per night when staying in Manchester hotels.20 Feb 2025Manchester...