Who Will Lead Greater Manchester Next | Manchester News

The mayor race for Greater Manchester is heating up as voters gear up to choose their next leader — a pivotal moment for a region of over two million people. Labour’s Bev Craig, current leader of Manchester City Council and Burnham’s trusted ally, is the frontrunner, backed by the incumbent mayor himself, Andy Burnham. Burnham, who’s served nearly nine years and won every borough, is rallying support for Craig, praising her vision to uplift all communities, boost family budgets, and create opportunities for young people. But she’s not alone — Reform’s Sian Astley, Lib Dem’s Richard Kilpatrick, Conservative’s Phil Eckersley, and Green’s Geraldine Coggins are also vying for the top spot. Polls open tomorrow at 7 AM and close at 10 PM, with results expected Friday afternoon. The future of Greater Manchester is about to be decided — and it’s shaping up to be a fierce, consequential race. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/42e8d4acb21c5400