The Shadow of Voter Apathy Falls Across Greater Manchester The latest round of the Greater Manchester mayoral by election has brought forth a familiar narrative: low voter turnout and high expectations placed on one candidate to win over a fragmented electorate.
As the results are slow in coming, it's impossible not to notice the eerie silence surrounding this contest.
What drives such apathy in an election promising so much – from fiscal credibility to renewed focus on public services and economic stability?