Bold plans have been set out to set out the region's zero carbon ambitions, build a greener economy and deliver a long term plan for development.

Later this year businesses, residents, and councillors in Greater Manchester will have the chance to have their say on GM's Plans for Homes, Jobs and the Environment, the Spatial Framework, the Clean Air Zone and standards for taxis and private hire vehicles licensed in the region.

These plans are part of the region's 2038 zero carbon ambitions.

Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham, said: "Greater Manchester has always been a place of progressive thinking, where we work together to achieve our potential.

"We are now taking action to deliver real clarity about where we are going as we emerge from this crisis.

"We want quality homes, quality jobs, and space that allows us all to live happier, healthier lives.

"We have an unprecedented opportunity to build back cleaner, greener and better in Greater Manchester following the coronavirus pandemic, and we want this future to be shaped by the people who live and work here.

"These plans will allow us to progress our plans to achieve our long-term ambitions, working together across our 10 local councils, to build a strong recovery while reducing inequalities."