NewsGreater Manchester NewsGreater Manchester mayoral election 2026Candidates set out their vision for the region’s futureJosh Pennington Content editor20:09, 08 Jul 2026The Greater Manchester Mayoral Hustings saw candidates set out their vision for the region’s future as they went head-to-head in their first major public event together.‌Criticisms were aimed at Labour’s record as the remaining parties argued the boroughs have been left behind and future endeavours need to see them brought onto a more level footing with Manchester. Orbital bus routes, house-building, the reinvigoration of town centres and tax freezes were among the pledges featured in the lively debate chaired by Manchester Evening News editor Sarah Lester.‌Moments of tension between the candidates also occurred as they ta