http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news Manchester City Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 16 May 2012 16:50:17 +0000 Wed, 16 May 2012 16:50:17 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6288/serving_up_success-manchester_primary_school_squash_competition The Manchester Primary School Squash competition saw three schools from across Manchester compete to be crowned Manchester Champions 2011-2012 at the National Squash Centre on Thursday 10 May. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6288/serving_up_success-manchester_primary_school_squash_competition Wed, 16 May 2012 14:40:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6287/traffic_information_for_the_bupa_great_manchester_run_2012_and_powerade_great_citygames The Bupa Great Manchester Run 2012 and the Powerade Great CityGames takes place on Sunday 20 May forming part of a weekend of sporting activity in the city. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6287/traffic_information_for_the_bupa_great_manchester_run_2012_and_powerade_great_citygames Wed, 16 May 2012 13:11:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6285/manchester_council_support_international_day_against_homophobia Manchester City Council will this week join a network of public and private bodies across the city and the world to mark International Day Against Homophobia. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6285/manchester_council_support_international_day_against_homophobia Wed, 16 May 2012 12:19:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6283/manchester_welcomes_new_lord_mayor Councillor Elaine Boyes will don the chains of office to become the new Lord Mayor of Manchester on Wednesday 16 May. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6283/manchester_welcomes_new_lord_mayor Tue, 15 May 2012 13:21:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6282/manchester_businesses_heed_call_to_join_the_apprentice_revolution A campaign urging Manchester businesses to join the Apprentice Revolution is closing in on its ambitious target of creating 300 apprenticeships in just 100 days. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6282/manchester_businesses_heed_call_to_join_the_apprentice_revolution Tue, 15 May 2012 09:59:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6281/how_wheelchair_dance_duo_on_britains_got_talent_set_nation_in_a_spin The teacher who trained the wheelchair dance duo on last night's semi-finals of Britain's Got Talent (BGT), has spoken of his pride in both the act and art gaining national recognition. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6281/how_wheelchair_dance_duo_on_britains_got_talent_set_nation_in_a_spin Fri, 11 May 2012 13:40:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6280/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. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6280/timecapsule_competition-win_a_place_in_history Thu, 10 May 2012 15:53:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6284/heroic_manchester_celebrated_as_manchester_day_returns A host of fantastical creations and captivating stories are set to delight the crowds as the countdown to the Manchester Day Parade begins. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6284/heroic_manchester_celebrated_as_manchester_day_returns Thu, 10 May 2012 12:10:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6286/manchester_day_2012_sponsors_announced Manchester is set once again to turn in to one massive carnival for the third Manchester Day - and some big names have signed up to be proud sponsors of the event. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6286/manchester_day_2012_sponsors_announced Thu, 10 May 2012 12:00:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6279/manchester_award_winning_city_of_sport Manchester is gearing up for a great weekend of sport as Sunday 20 May sees thousands of competitors take to the streets for the Great Manchester Run and Great CityGames. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6279/manchester_award_winning_city_of_sport Wed, 09 May 2012 15:05:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6278/councils_in-house_design_team_wins_prestigious_awards_for_any_plans_tonight Manchester City Council’s design team, M-four, have won five prestigious awards for their work on the ‘Any Plans Tonight’ campaign for NHS Public Health Manchester. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6278/councils_in-house_design_team_wins_prestigious_awards_for_any_plans_tonight Wed, 09 May 2012 14:15:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6277/landmark_library_and_learning_centre_opens_in_higher_blackley The Lord Mayor of Manchester formally opens a library and learning centre in Higher Blackley at 11:30am on Saturday 12 May, as part of a Family Funday of activities to celebrate the new centre. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6277/landmark_library_and_learning_centre_opens_in_higher_blackley Tue, 08 May 2012 16:32:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6276/the_manchester_picnic_returns_this_summer_for_its_third_year Having attracted over 15,000 visitors over three-days to last year’s Manchester Picnic, the popular food fest is set to return to Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester city centre for its third year from 3- 5 August 2012 with more gourmet delights. Organised by Piccadilly Partnership, there will be stalls serving tasty treats from 11am - 6pm each day. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6276/the_manchester_picnic_returns_this_summer_for_its_third_year Tue, 08 May 2012 13:30:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6275/road_closure_notice_great_bridgewater_street People are being advised that Great Bridgewater Street will be closed to traffic and pedestrians while essential maintenance and repair work is carried out on windows in the Beetham Tower. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6275/road_closure_notice_great_bridgewater_street Fri, 04 May 2012 14:06:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6274/manchester_local_election_results_2012 The results of this year's local elections for Manchester have been published. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6274/manchester_local_election_results_2012 Fri, 04 May 2012 10:57:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6272/manchester_art_gallery_and_gallery_of_costume_platt_hall-to_open_7_days_a_week From 1 June 2012, Manchester Art Gallery and the Gallery of Costume will be opening their doors to the public seven days a week. For the first time, Manchester Art Gallery will also remain open until 9pm on Thursdays. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6272/manchester_art_gallery_and_gallery_of_costume_platt_hall-to_open_7_days_a_week Fri, 04 May 2012 10:18:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6270/moroccan_market_promises_bazaar_sights_and_sounds A slice of North African culture will enliven St Ann’s Square this week as the Moroccan Market of Handicraft returns to the city. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6270/moroccan_market_promises_bazaar_sights_and_sounds Tue, 01 May 2012 12:03:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6269/usa_hip_hop_duo_do_shakespeare_masterclass_for_high_school_students A masterclass in Shakespeare's Othello - hip hop style - will be the first class of the day on Monday morning (30 April) for pupils at Whalley Range High School next week. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6269/usa_hip_hop_duo_do_shakespeare_masterclass_for_high_school_students Tue, 01 May 2012 09:08:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6268/veteran_welcomes_olympic_visitors_to_north_west A Normandy veteran who narrowly missed being selected for the 1948 London Olympics will be welcoming sports fans from across the world to Greater Manchester for this summer’s Olympic events. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6268/veteran_welcomes_olympic_visitors_to_north_west Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:16:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6267/new_archaeological_service_for_greater_manchester Salford University’s Centre for Applied Archaeology has been named as the new provider of archaeological advice to planning departments in Greater Manchester. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6267/new_archaeological_service_for_greater_manchester Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:38:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6266/st_georges_festival_and_parade__the_stuff_of_legend England’s biggest St George’s Day celebration returns this weekend - so expect dragons, drama and plenty of entertainment. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6266/st_georges_festival_and_parade__the_stuff_of_legend Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:39:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6265/indie_punks_make_a_big_noise_for_world_book_night_at_city_library Manchester’s City Library will become gig venue for the first time as part of World Book Night 2012 - the nationwide celebration of the reading, recommending and giving of books. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6265/indie_punks_make_a_big_noise_for_world_book_night_at_city_library Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:06:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6264/protest_photography_competition_and_evening_event_at_the_peoples_history_museum The People’s History Museum is delighted to announce details of its exciting Protest Photography Evening and young photographers’ competition. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6264/protest_photography_competition_and_evening_event_at_the_peoples_history_museum Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:39:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6263/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. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6263/manchester_city_council_election_candidates_announced Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:00:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6262/electoral_registration_reminder_as_deadline_closes_in Manchester residents have until Wednesday 18 April to make sure they are registered to vote in this May's local elections and referendum. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6262/electoral_registration_reminder_as_deadline_closes_in Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:24:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6261/turn_up_and_take_part_in_free_fitness_classes_in_piccadilly_gardens Six weeks of free fitness sessions will be on offer at Piccadilly Gardens this summer. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6261/turn_up_and_take_part_in_free_fitness_classes_in_piccadilly_gardens Thu, 05 Apr 2012 09:41:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6260/the_heroic_preparations_for_manchester_day_get_underway The selection of community groups that produce the fantastic artworks for this year’s Manchester Day Parade have now been chosen - and they are ready to start work. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6260/the_heroic_preparations_for_manchester_day_get_underway Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:40:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6259/community_given_greater_say_in_resolution_of_crime Residents of a Wythenshawe estate will be able to decide how minor crimes and antisocial behaviour should be dealt with when a new restorative justice scheme is introduced. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6259/community_given_greater_say_in_resolution_of_crime Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:22:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6258/pupils_help_roll_out_living_green_roof_on_their_new_school Pupils at the Creative and Media Academies in north Manchester have mucked in to help roll out the living green roof of their brand new £38 million school building that is currently under construction http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6258/pupils_help_roll_out_living_green_roof_on_their_new_school Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:08:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6257/why_wythenshawe_runners_went_extra_mile_to_meet_the_queen A hundred Wythenshawe residents literally had a fleeting visit with the Queen as they took part in a charity race at the BBC’s northern home in MediaCity. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6257/why_wythenshawe_runners_went_extra_mile_to_meet_the_queen Mon, 26 Mar 2012 14:57:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6256/spring_opening_for_state-of-the-art_avenue_centre The opening date for North Manchester’s new Avenue Library and Learning Centre has been announced. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6256/spring_opening_for_state-of-the-art_avenue_centre Mon, 26 Mar 2012 12:02:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6255/manchesters_diamonds_on_sparkling_form_for_queens_visit_to_city Thousands of Mancunians flocked to the city centre on Friday 23 Mar, armed with flags and bunting, to catch a glimpse of Her Majesty the Queen as she unveiled an especially designed Jubilee Garden. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6255/manchesters_diamonds_on_sparkling_form_for_queens_visit_to_city Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:06:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6254/manchesters_third_alcohol_strategy_launched A report addressing the impact of alcohol misuse in the city will be launched at Manchester Town Hall on Monday 26 March. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6254/manchesters_third_alcohol_strategy_launched Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:25:00 +0100 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6253/council_helps_residents_hold_jubilee_parties Manchester residents wanting to organise street parties for the Queen’s Jubilee or other events this summer can apply for cash from the City Council. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6253/council_helps_residents_hold_jubilee_parties Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:45:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6252/victoria_street_traffic_closure_order_reinstated Manchester City Council is reinstating the experimental traffic order to close Victoria Street in the city centre to traffic from 5am on Sunday 25 March 2012. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6252/victoria_street_traffic_closure_order_reinstated Thu, 22 Mar 2012 09:09:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6251/12m_broadband_bid_success_speeds_manchester_into_the_future Manchester City Council is celebrating success in its bid for £12 million of government funding to become a ‘superconnected city.' http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6251/12m_broadband_bid_success_speeds_manchester_into_the_future Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:33:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6250/greater_manchester_hails_city_deal_announcement The City Deal for Greater Manchester announced by government today has been hailed as a major step in empowering the region to make decisions to maximise its economic growth. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6250/greater_manchester_hails_city_deal_announcement Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:17:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6249/sainsburys_sport_relief_mile_2012-the_people_of_manchester_go_fun-raising Thousands of people will be pulling on their Sport Relief Socks and taking to the streets of Manchester for the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile this Sunday 25th March 2012. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6249/sainsburys_sport_relief_mile_2012-the_people_of_manchester_go_fun-raising Wed, 21 Mar 2012 13:04:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6248/st_peters_square_designs_on_show Proposals to transform St Peter's Square into a world-class public space can be viewed online at www.manchester.gov.uk/stpeterssquare http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6248/st_peters_square_designs_on_show Wed, 21 Mar 2012 12:46:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6247/olympic_torch_set_to_come_to_manchester The Olympic torch is set to come to Manchester this summer as inspirational local residents carry it through it the city streets ahead of London 2012. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6247/olympic_torch_set_to_come_to_manchester Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:02:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6246/vintage_and_fashion_market_returns_to_piccadilly_gardens Dedicated followers of fashion can rejoice this weekend with the return of the fabulous Vintage and Fashion Market. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6246/vintage_and_fashion_market_returns_to_piccadilly_gardens Thu, 15 Mar 2012 12:57:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6245/councils_executive_agrees_to_pilot_new_scheme_to_improve_outcomes_for_looked_after_children_and_young_people Manchester City Council's Executive today agreed to pilot a brand new scheme to improve outcomes for looked after children and young people whilst saving the Council up to £4.7m over eight years. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6245/councils_executive_agrees_to_pilot_new_scheme_to_improve_outcomes_for_looked_after_children_and_young_people Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:43:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6244/foster_mum_talks_about_her_role_as_mothers_day_nears This weekend is Mothers' Day, and one Manchester mother knows better than most how important a loving family life is for children and young people. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6244/foster_mum_talks_about_her_role_as_mothers_day_nears Wed, 14 Mar 2012 13:31:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6242/diamond_queens_jubilee_visit_to_manchester Her Majesty the Queen is to make a major visit to Manchester later this month as she begins her tour to celebrate her Diamond Jubilee. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6242/diamond_queens_jubilee_visit_to_manchester Wed, 14 Mar 2012 12:35:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6239/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. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6239/search_for_partner_to_deliver_major_manchester_regeneration_initiative Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:04:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6238/corn_exchange_plans_get_thumbs_up Plans to transform the Triangle shopping centre into a ‘Covent Garden of the north’ are moving forward after Manchester Cathedral and Chetham’s School of Music gave the proposals the thumbs up. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6238/corn_exchange_plans_get_thumbs_up Mon, 12 Mar 2012 09:55:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6237/manchester_unveils_ambitious_plans_for_a_digital_city Manchester City Council has revealed a 10 point plan to ensure it is one of the world’s foremost digital cities by 2020 - promoting economic growth and ensuring residents have the skills to benefit. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6237/manchester_unveils_ambitious_plans_for_a_digital_city Thu, 08 Mar 2012 09:57:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6236/manchester_athletes_destined_for_great_things Sprinter Clovis Asong, 17, and BMX Racer Valerie Zebrokova, 14, have both been selected onto their sport’s governing body’s programmes for talented athletes and are on course to become future Olympians. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6236/manchester_athletes_destined_for_great_things Wed, 07 Mar 2012 12:26:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6235/murs_music_to_spur_on_manchesters_sport_relief_milers Sport Relief is delighted to announce that pop king Olly Murs will be performing to Milers at the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile in Manchester on Sunday 25 March. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6235/murs_music_to_spur_on_manchesters_sport_relief_milers Wed, 07 Mar 2012 10:16:00 +0000 http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6234/manchestergovuk_named_among_nations_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. http://www.manchester.gov.uk/news/article/6234/manchestergovuk_named_among_nations_best_council_websites Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:55:00 +0000