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Manchester Mayoral Election 2026

Three white men and three white women sit at a long black table, each with a microphone and mug. The tablecloth has the Manchester Evening News logo in yellow. Behind the people are three banners for the Manchester Evening News. From left to right is Marlon West, Richard Filpatrick, Phil Eckersley, Bev Craig, Geraldine Coggins, and Sian Astley. All are in formal wear. A crowd is visible in the foreground, as the image was taken from behind them.

9th July 2026 | By Leslie Kerwin

Mayoral elections: who are your candidates, and what do they stand for?

Tax freezes, immigration, and regional transport overhauls were all on the agenda this week as six candidates went head to head to be named Manchester’s...