New Greater Manchester Mayor to reappoint two Deputy Mayors

Labour’s Bev Craig, who won Thursday’s election, said she intends to keep Kate Green as deputy mayor for safer and stronger communities and has asked the city mayor of Salford, Paul Dennett, to continue as deputy mayor for Greater Manchester.

Ms Green has held her current post since 2023, spearheading the city-region’s work to ensure everyone feels safe within all communities of Greater Manchester.

Mr Dennett has served as deputy mayor since 2021 in addition to his role as city mayor of Salford, playing a key role in tackling inequality and building truly affordable homes across Greater Manchester.

Ms Craig said: “Over the past three years Kate has played a pivotal role in the ongoing transformation of Greater Manchester Police and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service into two of the best performing services in the country.

“As deputy mayor for safer and stronger communities she’s been a powerful advocate for women and girls and has helped drive a stronger focus on prevention, supporting victims, and bringing partners together to drive down crime and antisocial behaviour.

“Paul brings huge experience, strong values, and a relentless focus on tackling inequality.

“As deputy mayor of Greater Manchester he has been at the forefront of our work to build more truly affordable housing and played an important part in our work to persuade government to devolve more powers to Greater Manchester.

“I’m so pleased that they have both agreed to continue in these roles and I look forward to working with them as we build a Greater Manchester that works for all of us.”

Ms Craig officially takes office on Monday, August 3, and said she will begin setting out her plans for tackling the cost-of-living and supporting young people.

Ms Green said: “I’m delighted to have been asked to stay in the best job I’ve ever had, and I’m looking forward to working with the new mayor to continue our mission to ensure people feel safe in their homes, on their streets, and in our communities.”

Mr Dennett said: “I am honoured and humbled to be asked by Mayor elect Bev Craig to continue as Deputy Mayor, and to serve alongside her and carry on with the job of delivering for the 3 million people who call our city region home. Our priority will always be to take the bold decisions that make life better for everyone – and I’m ready to roll up my sleeves once again and serve the people of Greater Manchester.”