The Latest Breaking News from Andy Burnham

'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'

The word “mayor”, in the English governance landscape, refers to many different roles. Until the turn of the 21st century, it mostly described non-partisan ceremonial leaders of towns and boroughs in England and Wales, most often elected by councillors. The further ceremonial title of Lord Mayor was conferred by royal…

PLUS 'A change is coming' AND The Shanty town by the sea

Lisa Nandy says controlling what landlords can charge could make people homeless

"This has got to be a complete line drawn on something that should not be happening in this day and age"

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

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

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

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

The strike action was supposed to take place earlier this month

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