Plans for Strangeways regeneration finalised
The Council approve the Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) for the long-term transformation of the Strangeways and Cambridge areas at a meeting of the executive next week (Weds 12 Nov)
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New Manchester WhatsApp group is a friend indeed as it gives help and cost of living support for residents in need
Manchester City Council is set to launch new WhatsApp community group for residents to give help and support across the city, along with details of free fun things to do with children and youngsters.
Focus on high street regeneration continues as investment into the beating hearts of Manchester’s communities expands
A new report details the ongoing commitment to long-term investment in high streets across Manchester to support local businesses, create jobs and ignite economic growth.
Trader given a dressing down after selling unsafe children's clothing
A business has been hit with a £10,000 fine after it was convicted of selling potentially dangerous children’s clothing.
Ramble On: Green network throughout Manchester gets a refresh
A relaunch has taken place to celebrate the network of green trails throughout Manchester.
This is the week! Manchester Christmas Markets mapped ahead of Santastic opening this Friday!
With only days to go now until the opening of Manchester's world-famous Christmas Markets this Friday 7 November, a handy Christmas Markets map has been released to help festive shoppers navigate their way around the markets and point them in the right direction for food and drink, live entertainment, and those all-important toilet stops.
Manchester to mark Remembrance Sunday
This year, Remembrance Sunday will hold a solemn service to honour and pay tribute to the Armed Forces community.
Manchester residents provided £1.5m boost due to Citizens Advice pilot
A scheme which embedded Citizens Advice advisers in the heart of local communities has already delivered life-changing results for residents.
Victoria North: Community conversation restarts about the future of Collyhurst as consultation opens
A new public consultation opens today (Thurs 30 Oct) providing an update on the big picture of regeneration in Collyhurst, how resident feedback has shaped the plan so far, and what will happen next.
Council issues pledge to ensure children's needs in Manchester will 'Bee Heard'
Manchester has launched a charter which aims to put the voices of babies and young children at the heart of council policy.
Council accelerates major £25m investment plans for Moston Lane – including new public square
Two major regeneration schemes are being given the green light for Moston as part of a long-term investment programme in the neighbourhood – including a new public square and truly affordable homes.
UK-first Social Value programme delivering life changing opportunities for north Manchester people creating thousands of jobs
The North Manchester Social Benefits Framework – borne out of the ground breaking regeneration projects at Victoria North and North Manchester General Hospital - has been refreshed.
Council announces partnership with The Royal British Legion to honour Armed Forces
A three-year partnership with the Royal British Legion with events and activities through the year Providing funds to support residents to mark Remembrance events in their local neighbourhood
Council Leader's statement regarding Manchester Pride
Statement from Council Leader Bev Craig following Manchester Pride Events Limited's announcement that they have gone into liquidation.
Manchester organisations helping the homeless share in £550,000 Council grants boost
Fifteen voluntary, community and faith sector organisations will benefit from more than half a million pounds worth of grants awarded by the Council to support homeless people in the city.
Manchester Christmas Markets iconic mug designs for 2025 revealed!
With Manchester's world-famous Christmas Markets now just over a fortnight away, the design of this year's Christmas mugs has been revealed - and eagle-eyed Mancunians are going to love the colourful, playful nod they give to city centre landmarks and to the city's annual festive markets.
Warm Welcome Space campaign gets up and running in Manchester as winter approaches
This winter libraries will once again serve as safe community spaces for anyone in Manchester in need of shelter and support.
Building boss hit with £1,000 bill after dumping rubbish on open land
A boss of a building company, who recklessly dumped a pile of rubbish on open land, has been prosecuted and made to pay over £1,000.
Manchester's magical Christmas Parade is back for 2025 - and you can be a part of it!
Manchester's magical Christmas Parade - THE heartwarming event of the festive season - is back for 2025 and set to delight children, families and anyone young at heart when it makes its way through the city's streets on Sunday 7 December.
A bright new chapter for Piccadilly Gardens
A Council plan to significantly improve the appearance of Piccadilly Gardens and people’s experience of the prominent city centre space has been unveiled.
Manchester's Autumn and Winter Events promise free family fun across the city
As the days grow shorter and October half-term approaches Manchester City Council is rolling out a programme of free events and activities this Autumn and Winter to entertain children and families acr
Chorlton Library refurbishment completed
Chorlton Library celebrated the final chapter in its development as it marked the completion of work to phase two of its refurbishment unveiling new meeting rooms and a refreshed community garden at t
Council unlocks long term investment into Gorton Town Centre
The east Manchester suburb has been a focus for regeneration and now a new report being heard by the Council’s executive committee (Weds 15 October) announces tens of millions of pounds of investment.
Council releases further land to deliver hundreds more social and affordable homes
A report going to the Council’s executive (15 Oct) details the next phase in a collaboration with the Manchester Housing Providers Partnership (MHPP) to deliver affordable homes across the city.
World Homelessness Day - Council welcomes £3m funding boost to mission to end homelessness
Manchester City Council has hailed a £3 million World Homelessness Day funding boost.
Climate Change: Plans set out what Manchester has to do in the next five years
Co-ordinated plans setting out what Manchester needs to do to tackle climate change over the next five years - and how the Council will lead the way -are being brought forward this month (Oct 2025).
A message to all our communities
Manchester City Council stands in solidarity with our Jewish community following the horrific antisemitic attack at Heaton Park Synagogue.
Statement from local Crumpsall members following attack today
Councillors in Crumpsall stand in solidarity with the families affected by today's attacked at a Synagogue in north Manchester.
Statement from Manchester City Council Leader: attack at Heaton Park Synagogue
Council Leader Cllr Bev Craig has issued a statement.
Manchester marks the 80th anniversary of the Fifth Pan-African Congress this Black History Month
This October, Manchester will come alive with the stories, and achievements of African and Caribbean communities as the city marks the 80th anniversary of the Fifth Pan-African Congress for BHM.