News published July 2023
Piccadilly Gardens transformation moves forward as design team appointed
A design team has been appointed to develop plans to create a world class space in the area centred around Piccadilly Gardens.
Manchester City Council to mark South Asian Heritage Month
The Council are hosting and supporting a number of events across the city to mark South Asian Heritage Month and to celebrate Manchester's South Asian communities.
Council on track to install close to 10,000 solar panels by end of 2023
Manchester City Council is on course to reach an important milestone this year as part of its drive to become zero-carbon by 2038.
Manchester pupils hear 'how to train your dragon' direct from popular children's book author
Pupils at Chapel Street Community Primary School were treated to a special visit from author and former Children's Laureate, Cressida Cowell, to hear for themselves 'How to Train Your Dragon' and what it takes to be an author.
Un-beat-able performers scheduled to bring the noise during Manchester Day on Holiday
Get ready for this year's Manchester Day on Holiday as even more entertainment is announced ahead of the big day.
Update as Aviva Studios opens to acclaim
As Aviva Studios – the home of Factory International – approaches completion, the Council will receive an update on its progress and the final steps to be completed before its official opening in the autumn.
New British Library report confirms Business & IP Centre Greater Manchester is an engine of economic recovery and growth
The Business and IP Centre Greater Manchester has been found to act as an engine for growth across the city region.
Ready, Set, Read: This year’s Summer Reading Challenge launched
The well-loved summer reading challenge returns to Manchester libraries this summer after being launched with school children in Central Library earlier this week
Levenshulme and Burnage Active Neighbourhood to be finalised as £7m in joint funding secured
Work to finalise plans for an Active Neighbourhood in Levenshulme and Burnage will progress this summer following a new agreement between city and transport leaders.
Get ready for a roarsome time as the zoo comes to town this Manchester Day on Holiday
Manchester Day on Holiday celebrations will take place in the city centre on Saturday 29 July, and as part of this year’s extravaganza an interactive zoo will take over New Cathedral Street.