# Bev Craig Takes Charge in Manchester | Belfast News

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Podcast: [Belfast News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/belfast-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7598384)
Published: 2026-08-01T12:50:02+00:00
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Bev Craig has claimed the Greater Manchester mayorship in a historic by-election, stepping into the role from Andy Burnham—now Prime Minister—who handed her the baton with high praise, calling her the “queen of the north” and urging her to push for bold change. With a mandate to tackle housing affordability and expand technical education through initiatives like the Greater Manchester Baccalaureate, Craig promises to deliver the region’s “best decade ever.” Voters, weary of disconnected politics, chose unity over division, backing Craig’s vision to put money back in their pockets and ease daily struggles. After a nail-biting count that required a second round, she secured a decisive win over Reform UK, despite a low turnout of just under 25%. This leadership transition marks a pivotal moment for one of Britain’s most populous regions. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e131436bc733e89c

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