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How Manchester’s Bee Buses and Trams Helped Fuel Andy Burnham’s Rise

Monday, July 6, 2026


Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, oversaw the return of bus services to public control in the region. The restructuring increased service frequency and implemented fare caps. Manchester's tram network remained publicly operated throughout this period. Burnham was elected Mayor of Greater Manchester in 2017 and has served consecutively since.

Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/06/world/europe/buses-andy-burnham-greater-manchester-bee.html

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