Who is Bev Craig? Meet Andy Burnham’s ‘protégé’

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe Greater Manchester mayoral election is taking place following the previous mayor, Andy Burnham, becoming Prime Minister, triggering the largest by-election in British history. Labour candidate Bev Craig, currently leader of Manchester City Council, is widely predicted to win, benefiting from a “Burnham bounce” in national polls. Craig, the first female and LGBTQ+ leader of Manchester City Council, has worked closely with Burnham and is seen as his protégé. She plans to offer a blend of continuity with Burnham's policies, such as extending free bus passes, while asserting her own leadership style. If elected, Craig intends to demand greater devolution of powers for Greater Manchester from Prime Minister Burnham, particularly in areas like skills and housing. In fullBev Craig: Andy Burnham’s ‘protégé’ who wants to be more powerful than he wasMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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