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The Lord Mayor's Christmas Carol Concert

This is an annual event held by the Lord Mayor of Manchester

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Bin collection changes at Christmas

Find out when your bin will be emptied and get recycling advice

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Help with rent, food, bills, benefits or getting online

Contact us online or call our free Cost of Living Advice line for support.

Find out about help with the cost of living

Welcome Warm Spaces

No one should struggle to stay warm this winter.

Manchester has warm welcoming spaces in libraries.

Find out more about what's on offer

Catching flu costs you

Flu costs you your time, plans, money and health.

The flu jab is free and done in minutes.

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Christmas in Manchester

What's happening in and around Manchester for Christmas this year

Christmas in Manchester

Latest News

The Manchester Christmas Parade is this weekend - all you need to know!

Manchester Christmas Parade this weekend - road closure information

Super-inspection praises Manchester’s effective joint work to protect young people

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Upcoming Events

Manchester City Council celebrates Disability History Month

4 December 2023

The Lord Mayor's Christmas Carol Concert

7 December 2023

The Avenue Library fostering event, Thursday 14 December

14 December 2023

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