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Leadership Change in Greater Manchester

Updated 2026-08-01 12:55 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Bev Craig succeeded Andy Burnham as Greater Manchester's mayor following a by-election. The change is expected to bring new powers and policies to the region.

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BBC News

Greater Manchester mayor says Burnham's new powers will change lives

Bev Craig succeeds Andy Burnham as Greater Manchester's mayor after winning Thursday's by-election.

2026-08-01 12:31 UTC

BBC Sport

Infantino and four dramatic days that shook football

BBC Sport's Simon Stone reflects on the unravelling of Gianni Infantino's plans to sell off stakes in Fifa competitions.

2026-08-01 12:42 UTC