Politics

Bev Craig to become mayor of Greater Manchester

Craig will succeed Andy Burnham, but turnout in the election was low, with only a quarter of eligible voters casting a ballot.

Close-up of hands holding a vote ballot, symbolizing election participation. — Hands holding a vote ballot, symbolizing election participation. Edmond Dantès · Pexels

Bev Craig is set to take over as mayor of Greater Manchester from Andy Burnham. Svenska Yle reported that the result marks a change at the top of the region’s political leadership.

The election drew a weak turnout, with only one in four eligible voters taking part. That gives Craig the office, but it also underlines how limited voter engagement was in the contest.

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Svenska Yle

Story based on reporting from the outlets above. Päivän Sanomat editorial rewrite.

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