New Twitter feeds keep north Manchester people in touch
Manchester City Council has launched new Twitter accounts for four neighbourhoods in north Manchester, with feeds for areas right across the city to follow in the coming months.
Greater Manchester's '2020 vision' for a flourishing future updated
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has endorsed a refreshed and refocused strategy to ensure that the city region’s economy grows – and all of its residents benefit.
Manchester celebrates EU funding to promote sustainable development
Manchester has been chosen to benefit from a €700k funding pot that will link a network of European cities looking at new ways of financing future regeneration projects.
Manchester City Council responds to local government financial settlement
Manchester City Council is to prepare plans to find a further £80m of savings from its budget over the next two years as a result of the financial settlement imposed by central government.
Council announces voluntary severance proposals
Manchester City Council is set to open a voluntary severance package for members of staff in preparation for significant spending reductions expected to be announced by central government next month.
Police and Crime Commissioner elections: deadline reminder
Residents intending to vote in the election for Greater Manchester's first ever Police and Crime Commissioner are being reminded about two important deadlines.
Go On Manchester campaign calls for digital champions
Manchester companies are being encouraged to become digital champions by helping people to develop their online skills and confidence.
Book of condolence for Lord Alfred Morris moves to Wythenshawe
The book of condolence for Lord Alfred Morris has been moved from Manchester Town Hall to Wythenshawe Forum Library. The book was relocated to Wythenshawe on Tuesday 4 September.
Young people find their voice to help shape the future of Manchester
A group of young people have proposed new youth engagement policies to decision-makers at Manchester Town Hall on Monday 20 August, after completing a week-long summer school programme.
State of the City report charts Manchester's progress
The sixth edition of a detailed report charting Manchester’s progress towards the goals set out in its Community Strategy has been published.
Greater Manchester authorities urge government to save Fusiliers
The ten Greater Manchester local authorities (AGMA) have united in a call for the government to rethink its plans to disband one of the country’s most renowned and historic infantry battalions.
Manchester council back bid to save the Second Fusiliers
Manchester City Council pledges its support for the campaign to save the 2nd Battalion, Royal Regiment of Fusiliers from plans to disband the historic battalion.
Turing legacy: Memorial award in honour of gay hero
A new award in memory of Alan Turing has been launched to coincide with the centenary of his birth.
Get registered - Manchester electoral reminder as forms sent to all homes
All 220,000 Manchester households will receive annual electoral registration forms in the next few days, from Friday 1 June.
Timecapsule competition - Win a place in history
A new competition is encouraging Manchester primary school pupils to share the reasons why they love the city - with a chance to become part of posterity.
Manchester Local Election Results 2012
The results of this year's local elections for Manchester have been published.
Manchester City Council election candidates announced
A full list of candidates standing in Manchester’s local elections on Thursday 3 May has now been published.
Search for partner to deliver major Manchester regeneration initiative
A search has been launched for a lead investment partner to deliver one of Manchester's most important regeneration initiatives.
manchester.gov.uk named among nation's best council websites
Manchester City Council's website has been named in a prestigious national survey as one of the top 20 council sites in the UK.
Industrial action, Wednesday 30 November 2011
A number of trade unions representing public sector workers are planning a nationwide strike on Wednesday 30 November in a dispute over pension changes.
207 (Manchester) Field Hospital (Volunteers) to receive freedom of the city
Saturday 22 October will see 207 (Manchester) Field Hospital (Volunteers) awarded the freedom of the city of Manchester for their life-saving work in war-torn countries.
It’s business as usual in Manchester City Centre
Go out and enjoy everything that is wonderful about this city
Manchester is open for business as usual
Following the major disturbances in Manchester city centre on Tuesday, residents and businesses are standing up to the thugs to send out the clear message that our city is open for business.
Nominations open for remarkable women
There are many remarkable women working in our city to improve women’s lives as well as women who are excelling in their chosen field and it’s time to recognise their contribution to the city.
Manchester local elections candidates revealed
A full list of candidates standing in Manchester’s local elections on Thursday 5 May has now been published.
MediaCo Outdoor wins Manchester City Council outdoor media contract
Manchester City Council has awarded its contract for outdoor advertising to MediaCo Outdoor, one of the industry’s newest but fastest growing companies.
New powers crack down on illegal traders
Manchester City Council has been given more powers to clear illegal traders off the city’s streets.
General Election candidates published
A full list of candidates standing in the 6 May general election in the five Manchester constituencies has now been published.
Council leader takes time out
Sir Richard Leese has taken some temporary time out from his duties as leader of the Council to resolve family issues.
Residents challenged to beat Neighbours’ Day success
Mancunians are being called upon to make this spring’s Neighbours’ Day celebration even more successful than it was last year.
Gritters out in force across Manchester
Gritters have been out in force across Manchester as the cold spell continues.
Places available on free stand-up comedy course
Sixteen places are available on a free comedy course for east Manchester residents, funded by urban regeneration company, New East Manchester.
Manchester praised in Comprehensive Area Assessment report
A report assessing how Manchester’s public services are performing has been published today.
GB Cycling team given Freedom of Manchester
The GB Cycling team has been given the Freedom of the City, at a special ceremony at Manchester Town Hall.
Parties condemn English Defence League
Manchester City Council has passed a cross-party motion condemning the English Defence League's (EDL) proposed demonstration in the city centre this weekend.
Don’t lose your right to vote
As party conference season continues, Manchester residents are being reminded to return their electoral registration forms if they want to vote in the next General and Local Elections.
State of the City report
The third edition of a comprehensive report analysing the progress Manchester is making towards its key goals has been published.
Public to help set taxi policy
Manchester residents are being asked for their views on how Manchester City Council decides to license black cabs in the city.
European Elections: North West electorate size announced
The total electorate for the European Parliamentary Elections in the North West has today been confirmed as more than five million.
Community Governance Review – have your say
Manchester residents are being asked to have their say on the community governance arrangements in their area.
European Elections: Postal voters encouraged to make it count
People who have arranged to have a postal vote in the forthcoming European Parliamentary Elections are being reminded to make sure they send it in time.
European Elections: North West political parties and individual candidates confirmed
The full list of political parties and individual candidates for the forthcoming European Parliamentary Elections has been published today.
European Elections: Would-be voters urged not to miss out
Manchester residents who want to have their say in the forthcoming European Elections are being reminded that they have until Tuesday 19 May to register to vote.
New East Manchester appoints chief executive
Eddie Smith, who joined New East Manchester over two years ago as Deputy Chief Executive, has been appointed Chief Executive after acting up following the departure of former chief, Tom Russell.
Town Hall clock to be stopped
The Town Hall clock will be stopped for one week beginning Monday 23 March for essential maintenance.
New East Manchester offers free debt advice
Money advisors from New East Manchester are holding a coffee morning, 20th March for east Manchester residents wanting advice on managing debt, learning to budget and help on setting up bank accounts.
New East Manchester and Manchester City South Partnership appoint joint Head of Marketing
Lesley Lomax has been appointed Head of Marketing for both New East Manchester and the Manchester City South Partnership.
City council offers free debt and consumer advice
As the New Year starts many people are realising that they have overspent on credit and debit cards, and combined with the credit crunch it can be a concerning and difficult time.
Council flushed pink with poll success
Manchester City Council has been voted Best Council for the third consecutive year in the Pink Paper Readers’ Awards for its work with the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community.
Christmas Market comes to Wythenshawe
Families looking for Christmas bargains will be spoilt for choice at Wythenshawe Christmas Market, which will be open every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday until Christmas.
Monastery on song for Christmas celebration
The magnificent surroundings of Gorton Monastery will ring with the sound of festive music and carols on Sunday 21 December.
Victims of domestic violence remembered at Peace Gardens vigil
People from across Manchester are being invited to join a candlelit vigil to remember victims of domestic abuse who are killed by their partners or ex-partners each year.
Lord Mayor’s Christmas Party
Local school children will get an early Christmas treat at a special party held just for them at Manchester Town Hall on Tuesday 2 December.
Tourists warned of scratch card scam
Holidaymakers jetting off from Manchester Airport will be handed fake scratch cards offering advice about a scam costing tourists millions of pounds every year.
Cenotaph conservation for Remembrance Sunday
Manchester City Council has allocated £145,000 per annum for City Galleries to deliver a programme of conservation and maintenance for the City’s war memorials and public art.
Calling all inventors to ideas central
Wannabe inventors and innovators are invited to a special event at Central Library, which could hold the key to unlocking their potential and making their entrepreneurial dreams a reality.
Warren Marshall, 64, Urban Design and Conservation expert at Manchester City Council, retires after nearly four decades.
The well-respected qualified architect has been a leading member of the team helping to create 29 designated conservation areas.
Town Hall service is world class
Manchester Town Hall has been acknowledged for the world-class service it offers to visitors and customers.
Plans for Town Hall Complex's future examined
Manchester City Council will take the first formal step in developing a strategy to modernise the Town Hall Complex next Tuesday, 22 July.
Industrial action, Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 July
Members of the Unison and Unite trade unions are taking industrial action across the country this Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 July as part of a national pay dispute.
Council tax collection on the rise
Manchester City Council collected almost £108m towards council tax last year, an increase of more than £8m on the previous year.
UEFA Cup Final inquiry report
A report of an inquiry into the organisation of the UEFA Cup Final in Manchester on 14 May will be considered by Manchester City Council councillors on 17 June and 25 June.
Street’s Jack opens Veterans’ Garden
Actor Bill Tarmey – Coronation Street’s Jack Duckworth – will open a special Veterans’ Garden in Albert Square at 11am on Thursday 12 June.
UEFA Final - Statement from Sir Richard Leese, Council Leader
\"We are having a full inquiry into the failure of the screen in Piccadilly.
Local Lady makes it to Lord Mayor
Manchester is to welcome a new Lord Mayor, Councillor Mavis Smitheman, who will take office on Wednesday 14 May.
Darren Campbell promotes healthier Manchester
Manchester Partnership is hosting a free family event, which will take place on Saturday 15 March at Manchester Central.
Council tax rise held at rate of inflation for ninth year running
Manchester residents learn today that their council tax increase is to be, for the ninth year running, in line with the rate of inflation.
Graveyard worker retrieves stolen goods
A council worker has been presented with a certificate from the Lord Mayor of Manchester, after returning stolen belongings to their rightful owner.
Manchester Memories for Lord Mayor’s Charity
An interesting tour of Manchester City Centre is being held in aid of the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Trust as part of British Tourism Week.
Manchester appoints new strategic director
Manchester City Council has appointed a new strategic director to lead on future transformation of council services and departments.
Manchester's new website wins top accolade
Thousands of surfers have voted www.manchester.gov.uk the best local government website in the country.
Manchester’s budget: Share your views!
Manchester residents are being asked again this year, to give their views on service and budget plans for the next financial year.
Manchester again hailed as UK’s top gay-friendly local authority
For the fourth year in a row, Manchester City Council has been voted the top local authority in the list of Britain’s top 100 employers of lesbian and gay people.
Manchester Fayre scoops top catering award
Manchester Fayre is celebrating the sweet taste of success – again.
Peterloo memorial plaque unveiled
Lord Mayor of Manchester, Cllr Glynn Evans unveiled a new plaque to mark the Peterloo Massacre in Manchester.
Manchester Gets Behind Ricky Hatton
Manchester today sent best wishes to Ricky Hatton as he warms up for his big fight in Las Vegas this weekend.
City Council backs aid for Bangladesh
Manchester City Council pledged its support this week to communities devastated by the Bangladesh cyclone disaster.
Remembrance Sunday arrangements
The Lord Mayor of Manchester, Councillor Glynn Evans, will lead a procession from the Town Hall on Remembrance Sunday (11 November).
Former Leader made Honorary Alderman
The Lord Mayor of Manchester, Councillor Glynn Evans, proposed a motion at this week's council, to make former Leader of the Council, William Egerton JP DL, an honorary alderman.
Council honours Tony Wilson
Tony Wilson’s name is to be inscribed on the Roll of Honour in Manchester Town Hall in appreciation of the outstanding contribution he made to the life, music and culture of the City over many years.
Connecting to Manchester City Council
Residents, businesses and visitors will benefit from a new design and structure for Manchester City Council's website www.manchester.gov.uk
Manchester is looking at ways to mark the anniversary of the Peterloo Massacre
On August 16, 1819 cavalry charged into a crowd which had assembled at a public meeting in St Peter’s Fields resulting in the death of 11 people with more than 500 injured, including many children.
The Lord Mayor welcomes the Reverend Jesse Jackson to Manchester
The renowned civil rights campaigner The Reverend Jesse Jackson Senior will join the Lord Mayor of Manchester for a civic reception held in his honour during his visit to Manchester, August 25 to 26