In a closely-watched local election, the incumbent mayor of Greater Manchester has secured a second term in office, despite a strong challenge from a Reform UK candidate. Andy Burnham, the Labour Party-backed mayor, managed to hold off his opponent by a significant margin of over 9,000 votes, a testament to his enduring popularity in the region. The result is a major boost for Labour in the North of England, where the party has been seeking to regain ground following a series of high-profile losses. As Burnham prepares to hand over the reins to his successor, he will be looking to build on his achievements in office and cement his legacy as a champion of Greater Manchester's interests.
The outgoing Greater Manchester mayor held off a challenge from Reform UK, behind by more than 9,000 votes.
