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Order a long-term news report on Greater Manchester
Every mention in the Ghanaian press over the period you choose, compiled as a PDF or Word document.
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Joy Online
… In an earlier speech after becoming party leader, the former mayor of Greater Manchester outlined his vision for government including reforms to the social care system. …
Burnham says he is ‘finalising’ cabinet ahead of becoming PM on MondayJoy Online
… In an earlier speech after becoming party leader, the former mayor of Greater Manchester outlined his vision for government including reforms to the social care system. …
Burnham says he is ‘finalising’ cabinet ahead of becoming PM on MondayJoy Online
… He said no matter who wins the Greater Manchester mayoral election on 30 July, the project would proceed as planned: “The new mayor will be able to sit in the meetings, but not be part of the development corporation itself.” Ross also said talks would continue with Freightliner o …
Man Utd plan naming rights deal for new stadiumJoy Online
… He said no matter who wins the Greater Manchester mayoral election on 30 July, the project would proceed as planned: “The new mayor will be able to sit in the meetings, but not be part of the development corporation itself.” Ross also said talks would continue with Freightliner o …
Man Utd plan naming rights deal for new stadiumBusiness & Financial Times
… Shortly after securing the Makerfield seat for the Labour Party, former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham highlighted a truth that many developing economies continue to overlook. …
The Inconvenient Truth with Ing. Prof. Douglas Boateng: Nations do not industrialise by accident: They industrialise by procurement designJoy Online
… Shortly after securing the Makerfield seat for the Labour Party, former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham highlighted a truth that many developing economies continue to overlook. …
The Inconvenient Truth: Nations do not industrialise by accident—they industrialise by procurement designJoy Online
… Having built a power base within Labour as mayor of Greater Manchester in northern England, he comfortably saw off the threat from Nigel Farage’s right-wing populist party to win an election for a vacant parliamentary seat on Friday. …
Report says UK PM Starmer ready to quit, but source says he is still focused on the jobJoy Online
… Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, confirmed he would run for a seat in parliament after MP Josh Simons said he would stand down to make way for the leadership hopeful. …
UK borrowing costs rise and pound falls as leadership drama continuesJoy Online
… Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is also seen as a potential leadership rival, although a speedy contest would hamper his chances because he would first need to become an MP to stand as a candidate. …
Starmer to promise bolder action as leadership threats mountJoy Online
… Haigh is an influential voice on Labour’s so-called soft left, which includes supporters of Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham. …
Starmer under pressure, as Labour suffers heavy election lossesDavid Kogan, chairman of the Independent Football Regulator, said he would resign if he encountered any political interference over Manchester City's case, following Prime Minister Andy Burnham's comments about the club's Abu Dhabi owners.
14 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
David Kogan, chairman of the Independent Football Regulator, said he would resign if he encountered any political interference over Manchester City's case, following Prime Minister Andy Burnham's comments about the club's Abu Dhabi owners.
14 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Prime Minister Andy Burnham had one formal meeting with Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak in October 2021 while mayor of Greater Manchester, at the UK Government's Global Investment Summit. He also met Al Mubarak informally in the stands at a City home fixture in September 2019.
12 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Premier League clubs expressed concern after Prime Minister Andy Burnham told the BBC he would be "really concerned" if Manchester City's owners decide to sell up following the club's guilty verdict on financial rule breaches, with senior figures questioning whether his comments had put the Independent Football Regulator in a difficult position.
9 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
After Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced backlash for expressing concern about Manchester City's potential owners selling up following the club's conviction on most of 115 Premier League financial charges, Downing Street clarified that the PM considers the breaches serious and that no one is above the rules. Man City, which denies wrongdoing, has until Friday to appeal the independent commission's findings, including allegations of sham contracts disguising over £830m in secret funding.
1 October 2026 · Joy Online →
An independent commission found Manchester City guilty of the majority of 115 charges of breaching Premier League financial rules, including arranging "sham contracts" to disguise secret funding of more than £830m. The club denies wrongdoing and has until 2 October to appeal, with the Independent Football Regulator saying it may explore stripping the owners of their licence once the disciplinary process is complete.
30 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Andy Burnham says the UK needs a "culture shift" in how it does business and that the government should back those who take risks and give local leaders power to work with companies. The statement comes ahead of a meeting with major business heads including BP, Shell, HSBC, and others.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Some men are undergoing penis filler procedures to increase girth and self-confidence, though cases of serious complications including blackening and tissue damage have occurred. Medical bodies such as the British Association of Urological Surgeons have issued warnings, and there is little regulation around the procedures.
16 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Some men are getting penis filler procedures for perceived aesthetic and confidence benefits, but cases of serious complications including tissue damage have led medical associations to issue warnings. The procedures remain largely unregulated with no official records of uptake.
16 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Count Binface, a satirical candidate, received 9,455 votes (26.9% of the vote) in the Clacton by-election, his best performance yet. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage won the seat with 63.3% of the vote.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Prime minister Andy Burnham has announced that England's bus fare cap will revert to £2 from January 2027, a policy expected to cost more than £500m, after it had risen to £3 in January 2025. The government says the measure will help with the cost of living and particularly benefit passengers in rural and coastal areas.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Andy Burnham, who secured the Labour leadership after backing from 379 MPs and all 11 affiliated trade unions, said he is finalising cabinet decisions ahead of becoming prime minister on Monday, replacing Sir Keir Starmer. He declined to name his top team beforehand, saying early announcements would "cause complete chaos," but pledged his appointments would reflect all parts of the party and all communities.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Andy Burnham, the new Labour leader backed by 379 Labour MPs and all 11 affiliated trade unions, said he is finalising his cabinet ahead of taking over as prime minister on Monday, replacing Sir Keir Starmer. He pledged his appointments would reflect "all parts of our party" and "all communities," and outlined a vision including reforms to the social care system.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United is considering a naming rights deal for the planned new Old Trafford stadium as part of revenue-maximization efforts for the £2bn development, which is estimated to create 48,000 jobs and 15,000 new homes across 370 acres. The club's New Stadium Development chief confirmed the plans are not final and that designers Foster and Partners will consult with fans on exact designs over coming months, with something potentially to share by late 2026 or early 2027.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United plans to explore a naming rights deal for the proposed new Old Trafford stadium as part of efforts to maximize revenue for the £2bn development. The 370-acre project is estimated to create 48,000 jobs and 15,000 new homes, with design consultations with fans expected over the next few months.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that developing nations should treat public procurement as a strategic tool for industrialisation, innovation and job creation rather than as a routine administrative process, citing remarks by UK Labour's Andy Burnham about using government spending to build productive capacity at home.
24 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Successful economies increasingly use public procurement as a strategic instrument for industrialisation, innovation, and job creation, rather than treating it as a routine administrative process. The article argues that African nations must decide whether government spending builds productive capacity at home or finances prosperity elsewhere.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Observer newspaper reported that Prime Minister Keir Starmer was expected to resign on Monday, but a government source said he remained focused on governing. Starmer's position has faced increased pressure since his rival Andy Burnham won a parliamentary seat that could enable a formal leadership challenge.
21 June 2026 · Joy Online →
UK government borrowing costs have reached an 18-year high and the pound has fallen as Andy Burnham pursues the Labour leadership, with analysts attributing the market movements to concerns that a Burnham-led government would increase borrowing.
15 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer plans to announce bolder action to address major challenges facing the country in a Monday speech, as he seeks to counter growing pressure from Labour MPs calling for his resignation following heavy election losses. Several potential challengers, including Angela Rayner and Catherine West, have publicly questioned his leadership, with West threatening to trigger a formal leadership contest if his speech fails to outline a credible plan to restore the party's fortunes.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Sir Keir Starmer has resisted calls to resign as prime minister after Labour suffered significant election losses across England, Scotland, and Wales, including ending its 27-year rule in Wales. Reform UK emerged as the big winner, picking up more than 1,400 seats in England and leading polling estimates with 26% of the vote share.
9 May 2026 · Joy Online →