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Makerfield By-election Debate - Key Points
Candidates from the five main parties in the constituency discuss their key policies.
09 Jun 2026,3 mins
Reform UK's Robert Kenyon answers by-election Qs
Robert Kenyon answers questions on standing for Reform UK in the Makerfield by-election.
04 Jun 2026,4 mins
Conservatives' Michael Winstanley on by-election
Conservative candidate Michael Winstanley answers questions on the Makerfield by-election
02 Jun 2026,4 mins
Which roads close for the Great Manchester Run?
Elle Percival breaks down this weekend's road closures for the Great Manchester Run.
29 May 2026,1 min
Greens' Sarah Wakefield answers by-election Qs
Sarah Wakefield answers questions on standing for Greens in the Makerfield by-election.
28 May 2026,4 mins
Lib Dem's Jake Austin answers by-election Qs
Jake Austin answers questions on standing for Lib Dems in the Makerfield by-election.
28 May 2026,4 mins
Consumer expert's advice for energy price cap rise
Households may see their costs go up by over £200 a year - expert Martyn James advises.
27 May 2026,3 mins
Labour's Andy Burnham answers by-election Qs
Andy Burnham answers your questions on standing for Labour in the Makerfield by-election.
21 May 2026,4 mins
Burnham confirmed as Makerfield's Labour candidate
Mayor Andy Burnham has been selected by Labour to stand in the Makerfield by-election.
19 May 2026,1 min
How could Northern England host the Olympics?
The government is exploring the option of the North of England hosting the Olympic Games.
19 May 2026,2 mins
Two weeks of disruption on Metrolink trams
Tram services across Greater Manchester face two weeks of disruption from May 16th.
15 May 2026,1 min
Makerfield reacts to Burnham Parliament plans
Josh Simons explains his decision to step down, and Makerfield give their reactions.
15 May 2026,2 mins
Andy Burnham to try and run for Parliament
Andy Burnham to try to run for Parliament after Labour MP says he'll stand down for him.
14 May 2026,1 min
Manchester Local Elections - results & reactions
Results have been coming in from the Local Elections - Vicky Carter catches you up.
08 May 2026,2 mins
How to avoid dangerous safe sleep advice
A 91�� investigation has heard dangerous advice given to parents by self-described experts
05 May 2026,2 mins
All eyes on the May 7th Local Elections
Kevin Fitzpatrick breaks down what Manchester should know going into the Local Elections.
01 May 2026,1 min
What is the new EU Entry/Exit system?
Flights from the EU to Manchester have been missed recently due to the new system.
27 Apr 2026,3 mins
What is happening with Manchester Pride 2026?
91�� Radio Manchester's Darren Milby breaks down the new plans for Manchester Pride 2026.
21 Apr 2026,3 mins
Which roads close for the Manchester Marathon?
91�� Radio Manchester's Elle Percival breaks down the road closures to expect this weekend
17 Apr 2026,1 min
Resident doctors on strike for six days
Resident doctors have begun a six day walk-out in dispute over pay and job opportunities.
07 Apr 2026,3 mins
Car loan compensation - what you need to know
The FCA has revealed millions are entitled to compensation for their car finance.
31 Mar 2026,1 min
Tram disruption over Easter bank holidays
All the information you need on the tram disruption over the Easter bank holiday weekend.
30 Mar 2026,1 min
Andy Burnham explains new Health Commissioner role
Mayor Andy Burnham explained to Mike Sweeney the newly announced Health Commissioner role
26 Mar 2026,1 min
Oldham building collapse - a 'miracle' no one died
Nikki Fenton was nearby when a building collapsed on King Street, Oldham.
25 Mar 2026,1 min
MOBO Awards make Manchester debut
The MOBO awards are being held in Manchester for the first time on its 30th anniversary.
25 Mar 2026,1 min
Two hospitalised after Oldham building collapses
Two people have been hospitalised after a building collapsed on King Street in Oldham.
24 Mar 2026,1 min
Burnham: 36 new night bus services across county
Andy Burnham speaks on the 36 new night bus services across all 10 boroughs.
19 Mar 2026,1 min
What Manchester should know: Kent meningitis cases
Kent's meningitis outbreak is not expected to spread, but here are symptoms to watch for.
18 Mar 2026,2 mins
Andy Burnham announces £45m mental health scheme
Andy Burnham talks Mike Sweeney through the £45m investment into the Live Well scheme.
12 Mar 2026,3 mins
Why is fuel getting more expensive?
Mat Trewern explains why overseas conflicts cause rises in fuel prices for the public.
10 Mar 2026,3 mins