It's the big political issue of the moment - should council leaders in places like Manchester and Salford be replaced by Boris Johnson-style elected mayors?

The people of Salford have already voted 'yes' to the idea in a referendum last month. They will go to the polls to elect their first-ever American-style mayor on May 3.

On the same day, residents of Manchester will have to decide whether they want to follow suit. The city will hold its own referendum on whether to scrap its current model - with a council leader and 'cabinet' - and instead adopt a directly-elected mayor, like Salford.

Salford votes 'yes' for directly elected mayor in referendum

Mayoral election in Manchester would be held in November if residents vote in favour in referendum

Supporters of the idea say directly-elected mayors inject new life into local democracy, creating greater accountability and make it possible for radical independents to take control of their town or city.

Opponents say the current model works perfectly well, provides consistency of decision-making and contains more checks and balances than the mayoral model.

MEN Media today launches a major survey to find out what YOU think. Do you think mayors are a good idea? What powers do you think they should have?

And who would you like to see elected to the post? Whether you live in Salford, Manchester or somewhere else in Greater Manchester, fill in our survey now.