Bev Craig to stand as Labour candidate for Greater Manchester mayor

Bev Craig, the city council leader, is set to contest the Greater Manchester mayoral race as Labour's candidate, stepping into the shoes of Andy Burnham who's eyeing a potential prime ministerial role. This byelection, set for July 30, is expected to be a fierce battle against Reform UK. Burnham's departure and Craig's nomination could shift the political landscape in Greater Manchester, adding significant implications for local governance and broader Labour Party ambitions.