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Greater Manchester is a metropolitan county and combined authority area in North West England, with a population of 2.8 million; the third largest in England after Greater London and the West Midlands. It encompasses one of the largest metropolitan areas in the United Kingdom and comprises ten metropolitan boroughs: Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford, Wigan, and the cities of Manchester and Salford. Greater Manchester was created on 1 April 1974, as a result of the Local Government Act 1972, and designated a functional city region on 1 April 2011.

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Lockdown forcing people into temporary housing: Andy Burnham Andy Burnham has said that he believes the Covid-19 pandemic has a massiveimpact on the number of people being forced into temporary accommodation. TheMayor of Greater Manchester was speaking at a.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:45Published 5 days ago

Andy Burnham: Tesco has not taken a responsible attitude to face coverings Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has accused Tesco of failing to be'Covid-safe' over the use of masks, accusing the supermarket giant of nottaking a 'responsible attitude'. He told the Lords.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:11Published on October 27, 2020

Gary Neville: Government keeps changing tactics on coronavirus Former footballer Gary Neville likens the coronavirus restrictions to afootball manager changing tactics with every match. He criticises theGovernment's handling of the pandemic, saying the people of.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:23Published on October 27, 2020

Nottingham prepares for highest band of Covid-19 restrictions Residents in Nottingham and surrounding boroughs have been urged to keepshowing “resilience” ahead of new Tier 3 controls coming into force. TougherCovid-19 rules for Nottingham city and the.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:04Published on October 27, 2020

Thousands more braced for toughest coronavirus controls in England Hundreds of thousands more people are preparing for the imposition of toughestcoronavirus restrictions.as talks continue between the Government and localleaders. Parts of Nottinghamshire look set to be.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:19Published on October 26, 2020

Barclay highlights continuity of support Chief Secretary to the Treasury Stephen Barclay has addressed the continuity of financial support for Greater Manchester. He states Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham was seeking an agreement on.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:27Published on October 23, 2020

Burnham: The north gets ‘pushed around’ by Westminster The Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham has told ITV News that the government went “a step too far” by trying to impose the highest coronavirus restrictions with funding on Westminster's.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:48Published on October 21, 2020

Boris Johnson announces £60m offer to Manchester boroughs Boris Johnson has said that the £60 million offered to Greater Manchester to support businesses affected by new coronavirus restrictions will be distributed to the region's boroughs. The prime.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:31Published on October 21, 2020

Minister: Burnham wanted a ‘better deal’ than other regions Robert Jenrick has said talks with Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham broke down because he had insisted on preferential treatment for the region. The local government secretary claimed that Mr.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:25Published on October 21, 2020

Matt Hancock defends funding offer for Greater Manchester Health Secretary Matt Hancock had defended the funding offered for Greater Manchester to enter the Tier 3 level of Covid-19 restrictions, and says it remains on the table for local leaders. Report by.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:22Published on October 20, 2020

Boris Johnson says he emphasises with Andy Burham as Greater Manchester moves into Tier 3 Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he emphasises with Greater Manchester mayorAndy Burnham as the region is moved into Tier 3 of coronavirus restrictions.The Prime Minister only confirmed a £22 million.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:31Published on October 20, 2020

PM defends funding for Tier 3 regions Boris Johnson has defended the funding given to regions in Tier 3 Covid alert level, following a breakdown in negotiations with local leaders in Greater Manchester. Report by Etemadil. Like us on.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:31Published on October 20, 2020

Andy Burnham on 'brutal, disgraceful' Tier 3 verdict for Greater Manchester Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham reacts to the Government imposing Tier 3Covid-19 restrictions on the area. He said it was "brutal" that only£23million would be given to the region and that it is.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:35Published on October 20, 2020

Covid-19 lockdown map: Greater Manchester to move into Tier 3 A look at the breakdown of which areas are in what tier of coronavirusrestrictions, and what that means. The Greater Manchester region will moveinto Tier 3 - the toughest restrictions - from October.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:40Published on October 20, 2020

Prime Minister announces Greater Manchester will move into Tier 3 of coronavirus restrictions Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that the Greater Manchester regionwill move into the highest level of Covid-19 restrictions from midnight onThursday. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:55Published on October 20, 2020

Boris Johnson moves Greater Manchester into Tier 3 Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that Greater Manchester will be placed into Tier 3 Covid alert level, despite opposition from local leaders over financial support. Report by Etemadil. Like.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:59Published on October 20, 2020

Manchester Mayor says Government walked away from talks The Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham says the Government "walked away" from negotiations after failing to provide enough financial support for what the region needs to avoid a "punishing.. Credit: ODN Duration: 03:03Published on October 20, 2020

Bolton residents express fears over tier 3 lockdown Residents in Bolton have expressed fears their region could be forced into tier 3 lockdown as the Government and local leaders in Greater Manchester fail to agree on how to tackle the rising number of.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:14Published on October 20, 2020

Chancellor defends Covid support for Manchester Chancellor Rishi Sunak defends the support given to Greater Manchester amid resistance from the region to accept Tier 3 restrictions to deal with rising Covid-19 cases. Report by Etemadil. Like us on.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:26Published on October 20, 2020

Minister hopeful of agreement with Manchester on Tier 3 Business Minister Nadhim Zahawi says he is hopeful the government will secure a deal with local leaders in Greater Manchester on implementing Tier 3 restrictions, warning that the region will run out.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:50Published on October 20, 2020

PM chairs Cabinet meeting Boris Johnson chairs a cabinet meeting as Greater Manchester faces going into a Tier 3 lockdown. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:21Published on October 20, 2020

Andy Burnham on Government ultimatum: I am determined to try and respond positively The Mayor of Greater Manchester has said he's "determined to try and respondpositively and constructively" to the noon deadline for leaders to agree to adeal to move the area into the Very High tier. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:23Published on October 20, 2020

Greater Manchester faces coronavirus ultimatum The Government has given local leaders in Greater Manchester until midday onTuesday to agree stringent new coronavirus controls. Communities SecretaryRobert Jenrick said the deteriorating public health.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:43Published on October 19, 2020

Medical lead says Manchester ICU capacity ‘not overwhelmed’ Greater Manchester's intensive care capacity is not at risk of being overwhelmed, according to Professor Jane Eddleston, the region's medical lead for the coronavirus response. Prof Eddleston, the.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:44Published on October 19, 2020

Andy Burnham calls for more support for Greater Manchester to move to Tier 3 Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham says he is still in discussions with theGovernment over the implementation of stricter coronavirus restrictions butsays the region needs more support if they are.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:50Published on October 19, 2020

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Greater Manchester's NHS hospitals suspend non-urgent care Greater Manchester hospitals are treating "more Covid patients than at the peak of the first wave". BBC News - Published on November 7, 2020
Greater Manchester businesses 'treated with disrespect', say owners The claim comes as a poll suggests people in the region think the government treated the South better. BBC News - Published on November 3, 2020
North West Ambulance Service 999-call surge declared major incident The North West Ambulance Service say it is "extremely busy", especially in Greater Manchester. BBC News - Published on November 2, 2020

Covid: Tougher restriction begin for millions in England and Wales Greater Manchester moves to England's highest alert, while Wales begins a 17-day lockdown later. BBC News - Published on October 23, 2020
Covid-19: Greater Manchester Tier 3 move prompts more police patrols Greater Manchester's chief constable urges public to work with police and comply with Tier 3 rules. BBC News - Published on October 22, 2020
Another UK region placed in strict lockdown amid spreading disease The United Kingdom is set to impose its strictest novel coronavirus lockdown conditions on another large part of the country, after having already put the city of Liverpool, the county of Lancashire,.. WorldNews - Published on October 22, 2020

Covid: Greater Manchester given £60m support package Greater Manchester is set to move to the toughest tier of Covid-19 restrictions after talks failed. BBC News - Published on October 21, 2020
Covid: Hancock defends 'fair' tier 3 offer for Greater Manchester The health secretary says the £60m offer "remains on the table", despite local leaders rejecting it. BBC News - Published on October 21, 2020
Covid 19 coronavirus: Boris Johnson shuts down Greater Manchester British Prime Minister Boris Johnson imposed strict coronavirus restrictions on England's second-largest city Tuesday, after talks with officials in Greater Manchester failed to reach an agreement on.. New Zealand Herald - Published on October 20, 2020
Highest restrictions imposed on Greater Manchester Boris Johnson says he "regrets" a deal over financial support could not be reached with local leaders. BBC News - Published on October 20, 2020

Covid: Greater Manchester to move to Tier 3 restrictions from Friday Boris Johnson says he "regrets" a deal over financial support could not be reached with local leaders. BBC News - Published on October 20, 2020
Covid: 'Heartbreak' at Greater Manchester tier 3 status Business owners express frustration and upset as they warn of a tough winter under new Covid rules. BBC News - Published on October 20, 2020
Covid: Midday deadline for Greater Manchester coronavirus deal If an agreement on new restrictions for the area cannot be reached, the PM will decide on the next steps. BBC News - Published on October 19, 2020	Covid: Latest Greater Manchester talks end with no agreement A meeting between ministers and local leaders about Covid restrictions ended "abruptly", a source says. BBC News - Published on October 19, 2020
Covid-19: Talks to resume over Greater Manchester restrictions Regional leaders say they want better financial support before they will agree to move into the top tier. BBC News - Published on October 19, 2020	Covid-19: Row over rules 'not just about Greater Manchester' The region's mayor calls on Boris Johnson to negotiate with him over stricter Covid-19 curbs. BBC News - Published on October 18, 2020
Coronavirus: Greater Manchester Tier 3 move 'frustration' Greater Manchester's businesses say they are "frustrated" by the uncertainty over a move to Tier 3. BBC News - Published on October 16, 2020	Covid: Andy Burnham holding the government 'over a barrel', says Raab Greater Manchester's mayor should do "the right thing" and agree to tougher rules, the foreign secretary says. BBC News - Published on October 16, 2020
Greater Manchester 'fighting back' against Tier 3 Mayor Andy Burnham says leaders are 'fighting back for fairness' in talks with the government. BBC News - Published on October 15, 2020	Covid-19: Talks continue over new restrictions for parts of England Greater Manchester and Lancashire are among the areas at risk of being placed under "very high alert". BBC News - Published on October 15, 2020
Coronavirus: 'Winter of discontent' faces North, warns Andy Burnham Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham calls for control of furlough schemes and test and trace. BBC News - Published on October 4, 2020	Coronavirus: 'Disappointment' at new Bolton virus measures All hospitality venues will close between 22:00 BST and 05:00 each day in the Greater Manchester town. BBC News - Published on September 8, 2020
Coronavirus: Bolton restrictions tightened amid rise in cases Only allowing takeaways and curtailing nightlife are among the new rules for the Greater Manchester town. BBC News - Published on September 8, 2020	Coronavirus: Bowling, casinos and soft play can soon reopen in north Some Covid-19 restrictions will ease next week in Greater Manchester, Lancashire and West Yorkshire. BBC News - Published on September 4, 2020
Greater Manchester coronavirus rules 'illogical' - mayor Areas with rising numbers of Covid-19 cases are being freed from lockdown, Andy Burnham says. BBC News - Published on September 2, 2020	Covid-19 coronavirus: Glasgow in new local lockdown following sharp rise in virus cases Glasgow was plunged into a new local lockdown following a sharp rise in coronavirus cases, as council chiefs in the Greater Manchester implored the Government not to lift restrictions in their.. New Zealand Herald - Published on September 2, 2020
A-Level results: Manchester mayor Andy Burnham slams 'biggest single act of levelling down this country has ever seen' Mayor of Greater Manchester says he's considering legal action over the 'discriminatory' system Independent - Published on August 15, 2020	Coronavirus: Andy Burnham says supermarkets should do more on masks Greater Manchester's mayor says supermarkets should hire more security staff to enforce the rules. BBC News - Published on August 13, 2020
Teenage boy shot and found in road in Bury He is in hospital with "life-threatening injuries" after a shooting in Bury, Greater Manchester. BBC News - Published on August 13, 2020	Lorry fire closes M62 in Greater Manchester The vehicle went up in flames on the M62 near Rochdale, causing serious disruption. BBC News - Published on August 10, 2020
Coronavirus: Fix contact tracing or shut pubs, Mayor Andy Burnham says Greater Manchester's mayor says the Covid test-and-trace system needs to be "fixed urgently". BBC News - Published on August 9, 2020	Coronavirus: Test and Trace puts people in 'difficult position' People are worried about taking 14 days off work and losing pay, says Greater Manchester's mayor. BBC News - Published on August 7, 2020
Greater Manchester lockdown: Extra police to be flooded onto streets as force vows to get tough on people flouting new coronavirus laws 'We have been fair with people,' says deputy chief constable. 'Now this weekend we are going to be using a lot more enforcement. Enough is enough' Independent - Published on August 7, 2020	Coronavirus: National tracing system 'hampering' efforts to fight Covid-19 in Greater Manchester, as figures show barely half of contacts reached In one borough, just 47 per cent of people exposed to deadly bug have been tracked down Independent - Published on August 6, 2020
Two elderly woman sexually assaulted in Manchester care home A man entered the premises in Greater Manchester "by unknown mean", police say. BBC News - Published on August 5, 2020	Coronavirus: Major incident declared in Greater Manchester People "should not be alarmed" by the announcement as it is "standard practice", authorities say. BBC News - Published on August 2, 2020Also reported by •Independent
Coronavirus: What led to new lockdown restrictions across the north of England? New rules ban separate households from gathering in homes, gardens and pubs across Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire and east Lancashire Independent - Published on July 31, 2020	Coronavirus: What are the new lockdown rules for Greater Manchester? More than four million people in northern England face new restrictions, but what does a local lockdown mean? BBC News - Published on July 31, 2020
ECB does not expect Pakistan Test impact after new Greater Manchester lockdown The ECB does not believe England's first Test with Pakistan at Old Trafford will be affected by extra coronavirus restrictions in Greater Manchester. BBC News - Published on July 31, 2020	Lockdown tightened for millions in England Separate households will not be allowed to meet indoors in Greater Manchester, East Lancashire and parts of West Yorkshire. BBC News - Published on July 30, 2020
Coronavirus: Lockdown tightened in parts of northern England Separate households will not be allowed to meet indoors in Greater Manchester, East Lancashire and parts of West Yorkshire. BBC News - Published on July 30, 2020	Coronavirus: New lockdown restrictions put in place in parts of north of England following spike in Covid transmission No indoor meetings in pubs, restaurants and homes in Greater Manchester and parts of Yorkshire and Lancashire Independent - Published on July 30, 2020
Wigan Athletic: Mayor Andy Burnham and MP Lisa Nandy call for takeover investigation Local MP Lisa Nandy and Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham call for an investigation into Wigan Athletic's recent takeover. BBC News - Published on July 4, 2020	Coronavirus: Greater Manchester Police leave cancelled for pubs reopening Greater Manchester's mayor insists policing of the reopening of pubs will not be "heavy-handed". BBC News - Published on July 2, 2020
Greater Manchester illegal raves: 'Almost impossible' to stop The Greater Manchester Police chief said the behaviour of some of the 6,000 ravers was "appalling". BBC News - Published on June 15, 2020	Greater Manchester illegal raves: Man dies, woman raped and three stabbed Two illegal "quarantine raves" attracted about 6,000 people and led to "tragic consequences". BBC News - Published on June 14, 2020
20-year-old man dies from suspected drug overdose after illegal 'quarantine rave' in Manchester A 20-year-old man has died from a suspected drug overdose following a rave in Greater Manchester attended by around 4,000 people, police say. Independent - Published on June 14, 2020	Shukri Yayhe-Abdi: Andy Burnham will 'look into' death The Mayor of Greater Manchester has received about 6,000 emails concerning the 12-year-old's death. BBC News - Published on June 8, 2020
Coronavirus: Andy Burnham warns PM risks 'fracturing national unity' Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham says he felt he was given no real notice of the measures announced last Sunday. BBC News - Published on May 17, 2020

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