Andy Burnham departs Mayoralty with massive 65% approval as race to replace him begins

Manchester Evening News Thursday 25th June 2026, 7:07PM 1 min read 2 hours ago

Exclusive: As the Prime Minister-in-waiting prepares for a mid-July coronation, exclusive polling shows the departing Mayor leaves Greater Manchester with a powerful personal mandate. Rob Williams reports.

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