"Don't give us devolution and be surprised if we answer you back": Emotional Andy Burnham sweeps to second mayoral term with increased vote share
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manchestereveningnews.co.ukSign up to FREE email alerts from the Northern Agenda Andy Burnham has swept back into the role of Greater Manchester mayor for a second term after securing two thirds of the vote, declaring it 'the best job in the world'.
The Labour candidate bucked the national trend to increase his vote share since 2017 and romp to victory on the first round, increasing his vote share from 63pc to 67pc.
Making his victory speech at Manchester Central Convention Centre, the new mayor's voice cracked as he thanked his family for all their guidance and support.
As re-elected mayor, he said he would stand up to the government as and when it was needed. Referencing some of his fights with ministers last year, he said he was ready to 'move on', but insisted:
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