Labour's Bev Craig elected new Mayor of Greater Manchester
Bev Craig has been elected as the new Mayor of Greater Manchester, succeeding Andy Burnham. Craig, who previously led Manchester City Council, won the by-election after second-preference votes were counted.
Why it matters
The election marks a significant leadership transition in one of the UK's most important city regions, impacting local policy and regional economic growth.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Paul Burnell and Ian Shoesmith , North West PA Media Bev Craig said she felt humbled to be elected Labour's Bev Craig will succeed Andy Burnham as the new mayor of Greater Manchester.
After no candidate secured outright victory in the first round by winning more than half of the vote, Craig beat Reform UK's Sian Astley by 309,525 to 157,178 after second-preference votes were added.
The by-election for a new mayor was called after Burnham was elected as MP for Makerfield in Greater Manchester in June, paving the way for him to become prime minister in July.
As well as having led Manchester City Council since 2021, Craig has been Greater Manchester Combined Authority's deputy mayor for economy, business and inclusive growth.
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