Culture Secretary has commissioned report into cost and impact of holding the Games in our region in 2040s

The Prime Minister will give a press conference where he will outline his plans

Andy Burnham is contesting the Makerfield by-election this week

The Green MP for Gorton and Denton has taken aim at Lisa Nandy following Labour's refusal to ban the sport in England

Labour's candidate for the Denton and Gorton by-election insists residents have different concerns

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham said 'hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games would be a defining moment for the north and we are confident our bid would make for a compelling proposition'