Why Benjamin Sesko is not playing for Manchester United in Wrexham pre-season friendly today Star striker will not feature in Helsinki this afternoon Evening Standard · Jul 18
‘He became a sensation’: Manchester pays tribute to abolitionist Frederick Douglass Annual lectures will discuss work of writer and campaigner who ‘revitalised the anti-slavery cause’ in Britain The Guardian - UK · Jul 18
Reform mayoral candidate described sessions on ‘challenges facing trans people’ as ‘indoctrination’ Exclusive: Sian Astley hit out at ‘aggressive transgender ideology’ and said it would have ‘no place’ in Greater Manchester under her leadership The Independent UK · Jul 17
How Manchester created Manchesterism: from music and culture to political power Manchester has always been an English city that tells its story through culture. Its reputation was not built solely through a global crucible of industry, commerce or politics but through music, football, television, art and a tradition of creative self-invention. The Conversation · Jul 17
Manchester United XI vs Wrexham: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for friendly today New signing named in 25-man squad for first pre-season fixture Evening Standard · Jul 17
Andy Burnham's five big pledges 'to change Britain': From public ownership to devolving power During a special conference in London on Friday, the next Prime Minister insisted ‘I have a plan’ to give people ‘hope back’ Evening Standard · Jul 17
Yes, Burnham’s Bee Network has transformed central Manchester. But that’s not the whole picture As mayor of Greater Manchester, one of Andy Burnham’s most eye-catching policies was his agenda for public transport. This centred on the creation of a more integrated and inclusive “London-style” system, and the aim was that everybody should be able to access reliable, safe and affordable public transport across the… The Conversation · Jul 17
Andy Burnham sparks fears of tax rises on London as he vows to govern in 'distinctively Labour' way Former Greater Manchester Mayor Mr Burnham delivered his first speech as Labour leader Evening Standard · Jul 17
When will Andy Burnham become prime minister? The key timings for today’s Downing Street handover The former Manchester mayor will be today be handed the keys to Number 10 The Independent UK · Jul 17
Andy Burnham in pledge to be ‘unashamedly Labour’ as he becomes party leader The former Greater Manchester mayor will enter No 10 on Monday. Evening Standard · Jul 17
The Manchester years: how Burnham’s rebirth as ‘king of the north’ set him on road to No 10 In the second part of a two-part profile, Josh Halliday charts PM-in-waiting’s journey northward, where as mayor he revelled in his Covid-era popularity – and changed his approach to politics The Guardian - UK · Jul 17
Manchester weather forecast on July 17: Sunny skies and comfortable temperatures expected Manchester residents will enjoy clear skies and sunshine today. Comfortable temperatures will prevail, making outdoor activities enjoyable for everyone. A slight increase in cloud cover is expected later in the day. Sunny intervals will continue through the weekend and into early next week. Temperatures will remain stable with no significant… The Times of India · Jul 17
Andy Burnham to pledge to be ‘unashamedly Labour’ when he becomes party leader The former Greater Manchester mayor will be confirmed as Labour leader in a special conference and then enter No 10 on Monday. Evening Standard · Jul 16
Police issue ‘do not approach’ warning after prisoner escapes from Manchester hospital Marwan Jumaa is serving a sentence for attacking two women The Independent UK · Jul 16
The Conversation · Jul 16 Andy Burnham promised to change Greater Manchester. Almost ten years on, how did he do? Almost ten years ago – just weeks before he was elected as Greater Manchester’s first metro-mayor – I sat down with Andy Burnham and interviewed him for The Conversation.
The Conversation · Jul 16 Manchester – the city powering Andy Burnham, the UK’s incoming prime minister Three months ago, Andy Burnham’s desk was filled with the business of running Greater Manchester. Buses. Housing. Policing. This mayoral region in the north of England is home to 3 million people and Burnham, a former minister in the Labour governments of Tony Blair and Gordon Brown, has been its…
The Independent UK · Jul 16 Did Andy Burnham really fail to build any social housing in Greater Manchester? IN FULL
The Independent UK · Jul 16 Reform falsely claims Andy Burnham has not built any social housing in Manchester as mayor The party admitted its Greater Manchester mayoral candidate “mis-spoke” after Sian Astley wrongly claimed Andy Burnham had overseen the construction of no social housing during his nine years as mayor
The Economic Times · Jul 16 UK's Andy Burnham takes small-town regeneration to the national stage as PM Andy Burnham plans to revitalize UK town centers with public and private investment. He aims to pump-prime housing and transport to attract private capital. Stockport's regeneration project serves as a successful model for this approach. Burnham seeks cross-party cooperation and faster delivery of development projects. This strategy will be a…
The Times of India · Jul 16 Manchester weather forecast: Sunny skies and 28°C highs expected July 16 Manchester residents will experience sunny skies and warm temperatures today. The day's high temperature is predicted to reach 28 degrees Celsius. Pleasant weather is expected to continue throughout the entire week. Tomorrow will be sunny with a high of 26 degrees Celsius. The latter half of the week will maintain…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 15 ‘I’m just happy we’ve made it this far’: England fans on watching the World Cup defeat unfold More than 8,000 packed into Castlefield Bowl, Manchester, hoping to witness England break a 60-year curse. But it was not to be
The Independent UK · Jul 15 Andy Burnham: I’m not afraid to disagree with Donald Trump Burnham’s intervention comes after Trump called Manchester ‘some town’
The Independent UK · Jul 15 What are Andy Burnham’s options to tackle the rising cost of living? The former Manchester mayor has said the government needs to ‘be serious about putting more money back into people’s pockets’
The Independent UK · Jul 15 England World Cup hero Nobby Stiles died with brain injury caused by heading the ball, coroner rules Stiles won 28 caps for England and was part of the team that won the 1966 World Cup
The Times of India · Jul 15 Manchester weather forecast: Sunny skies and mild temperatures expected on July 15 Manchester will enjoy sunny skies and mild temperatures on Tuesday, July 15. The day's maximum temperature is forecast to reach 27 degrees Celsius. Sunny conditions are expected to continue throughout the entire week. Wednesday will be slightly warmer, reaching 28 degrees Celsius. The latter half of the week will maintain…