Greater Manchester mayoral by-election: Counting under way in contest
Labour's Bev Craig has been elected as the new Mayor of Greater Manchester following the resignation of Andy Burnham. She secured a decisive victory with two-thirds of the final vote, gaining control over a £3bn budget and regional powers.
Why it matters
This election marks a significant leadership transition for one of the UK's most influential regional authorities, impacting local transport, policing, and economic policy.
Bev Craig with Andy Burnham as her campaign launch
Labour's Bev Craig has been elected Mayor of Greater Manchester, after a vote triggered by Andy Burnham's resignation.
Craig won with a combined total of more than 300,000 votes, taking into account first and second preferences.
Reform UK's candidate, Sian Astley, came in second with just over 157,000 votes.The final result didn’t come in until close to 23:00, but in the end it was decisive.
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