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UK · 20 June 2026

Green councillor Coggins runs for Manchester mayor

Green councillor Coggins runs for Manchester mayor

Green Altrincham via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)

The by-election for Greater Manchester mayor is happening because Andy Burnham became an MP, and the Greens see a real chance to win. Geraldine Coggins, a Trafford councillor, was named as their candidate at a launch event in Manchester, with the by-election on 30 July. She's pledging to improve transport and housing, saying she will prioritise people and planet over profits.

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