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Minister rejects Burnham's call for grooming inquiry

There is disagreement between Labour's Andy Burnham and Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy over the need for a new national inquiry into grooming gangs.

Labour mayor Andy Burnham breaks ranks with Keir Starmer over bus fare rise

Andy Burnham rejects Keir Starmer's proposed bus fare increase, opting to maintain a £2 cap in Manchester.

Minister rejects Burnham's call for grooming inquiry

There is disagreement between Labour's Andy Burnham and Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy over the need for a new national inquiry into grooming gangs.

Labour mayor Andy Burnham breaks ranks with Keir Starmer over bus fare rise

Andy Burnham rejects Keir Starmer's proposed bus fare increase, opting to maintain a £2 cap in Manchester.
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Body of baby found in Manchester field

A baby was found dead in a field in Greater Manchester, prompting a sensitive police investigation to determine circumstances and identify the infant.

Police make direct appeal to mother of baby found dead in field by dog walker

Police urge the mother of a found baby to come forward for support as the investigation unfolds.
Forensic work is underway to determine the cause of death and identify the baby.

Body of baby found in Manchester field

A baby was found dead in a field in Greater Manchester, prompting a sensitive police investigation to determine circumstances and identify the infant.

Police make direct appeal to mother of baby found dead in field by dog walker

Police urge the mother of a found baby to come forward for support as the investigation unfolds.
Forensic work is underway to determine the cause of death and identify the baby.
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Region will still receive 100m levelling up boost

The promised £100 million funding for Greater Manchester councils will proceed, crucially supporting various regeneration projects despite previous concerns.
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The Guardian view on a boost for buses: reversing deregulation is the right move | Editorial

Andy Burnham's integrated transport system in Greater Manchester serves as a model for local governance and public transport efficiency.

Bus fare cap to stay at 2, mayor confirms

Greater Manchester's single bus fare remains capped at £2 into 2025, countering nationwide fare increases.

The Guardian view on a boost for buses: reversing deregulation is the right move | Editorial

Andy Burnham's integrated transport system in Greater Manchester serves as a model for local governance and public transport efficiency.

Bus fare cap to stay at 2, mayor confirms

Greater Manchester's single bus fare remains capped at £2 into 2025, countering nationwide fare increases.
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Kao Data kicks off construction of new Stockport data center

Kao Data's new data center in Stockport aims to boost digital infrastructure in Greater Manchester by 2026.
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Manchester turns to housing-first' scheme to eradicate rough sleeping

Andy Burnham aims to implement a Housing First approach in Greater Manchester, inspired by Finland's success in reducing homelessness by 70%.

North faces 'Armageddon' without HS2 links, warns Andy Burnham

Andy Burnham warns that incomplete HS2 risks severe consequences for Northern rail services, urging a revised plan to avoid transport collapse.

Manchester turns to housing-first' scheme to eradicate rough sleeping

Andy Burnham aims to implement a Housing First approach in Greater Manchester, inspired by Finland's success in reducing homelessness by 70%.

North faces 'Armageddon' without HS2 links, warns Andy Burnham

Andy Burnham warns that incomplete HS2 risks severe consequences for Northern rail services, urging a revised plan to avoid transport collapse.
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Man Utd tease pictures of new 100,000-seat stadium in Old Trafford redevelopment update

Manchester United plans to redevelop Old Trafford into a 100,000-seat stadium, aiming to support extensive regional economic growth.

Maida Grill House, Salford: Serving profound care and nourishment' restaurant review

Greater Manchester's rice-and-three curry houses exemplify budget-friendly meals rooted in migration patterns and cultural identity, highlighting the importance of local cuisine.

Thousands targeted with phishing emails after cyber attack on Greater Manchester councils

A major cyber attack on Greater Manchester councils highlights significant risks local authorities face, particularly related to supply chain vulnerabilities.

More human remains found in Greater Manchester torso investigation

More human remains found in connection to a murder investigation in Greater Manchester involving a man in his 60s.
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