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A mother and her 22-year-old son have been sentenced to prison after a violent road rage incident escalated into a high-speed chase and a deliberate crash. The victim remains hospitalized with serious injuries following the attack in Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham accused Labour’s London-centric leadership of ignoring the cost of living crisis while unveiling plans for a sweeping welfare shake-up. The move comes as former Health Secretary Alan Milburn warns of a ‘lost generation’ trapped in economic despair.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham accuses Tony Blair of dismissing working-class struggles and warns the former PM’s economic policies deepened regional divides. The clash exposes a widening rift in Labour’s leadership over inequality and devolution.
The Green Party has named Sarah Wakefield as its candidate for the upcoming Makerfield by-election, setting up a four-way race with Labour, Conservatives and Liberal Democrats. Wakefield brings a background in environmental law and grassroots campaigning to the contest.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham says soaring living costs have pushed families beyond reach of a decent standard of living. Analysis shows average wages lagging at least 15% behind essentials.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has been selected to contest the upcoming Makerfield by-election, positioning Labour to reclaim a red-wall stronghold. The move signals renewed confidence in the party’s traditional base amid shifting political winds.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has pledged adherence to government borrowing caps, aiming to reassure investors and curb rising borrowing costs. The move comes as UK regional leaders face mounting pressure to demonstrate financial prudence despite economic headwinds.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has been formally approved as Labour’s candidate for a pivotal Westminster by-election, setting the stage for a potential return to Parliament. The decision comes amid intense pressure on the party's leadership in the wake of recent electoral setbacks.
A high-stakes by-election in Makerfield on November 7 could reshape Greater Manchester politics and bolster Andy Burnham’s push for the Labour leadership. With seats at stake and a prime minister’s future in play, the contest is drawing national attention.
Andy Burnham’s growing influence is redefining the balance of power outside London. Fresh polling suggests his regional strategy could position him as the next Labour leader — and possibly prime minister. A leaked dossier reveals internal Labour Party discussions about his potential candidacy.
Andy Burnham’s path to the House of Commons has narrowed dramatically after securing a third term as Manchester mayor. The Labour figure now faces a critical by-election in the Leigh and Hindley constituency, where he could reclaim his former seat.
A fast-moving bacterial meningitis strain has sickened 47 people in Greater Manchester since January, killing four. Health officials warn the outbreak could worsen without urgent action.