News published December 2024
Manchester Christmas Markets - only two weekends left to grab your 2024 Christmas mug!
With only two weekends left to enjoy Manchester's legendary Christmas Markets, Christmas mug-lovers are urged not to leave it too late if they're hoping to get themselves one of the iconic 2024 Christmas market mugs to add to their Christmas mug collection, or to gift to someone else this festive season.
The million-pound boost for Manchester community groups tackling the cost-of-living crisis
Earlier this year, Manchester City Council launched an initiative to provide grants of up to £15,000 for local groups and £30,000 for partnership groups.
Tens of thousands turn out for Manchester Christmas Parade - the heartwarming event of the season
Families turned out in their tens of thousands today for Manchester's magical Christmas Parade which brought an extra special sparkle to the city's streets - despite the weather - in what has fast become the heart-warming event of the festive season.
Manchester Christmas Parade this Sunday - everything you need to know!
This weekend sees the return of the family festive favourite the Manchester Christmas Parade, which will make its way through the city's streets this Sunday 8 December.
Council submits planning application for latest city centre park
Proposals for a new major urban park at the former Central Retail Park site have been submitted to planners.
Manchester Christmas Parade this weekend - road closure information
Details of road closures necessary this weekend have been announced ahead of the Manchester Christmas Parade which takes place in the city centre on Sunday 8 December.
In Bloom: Manchester green spaces blossom from community spirit and award-winning projects
Manchester residents have united to transform their local green spaces and breathe new life into the city.
Manchester joins call for international fossil fuel action
Manchester is adding its voice to calls for an international treaty to curb the use of fossil fuels.
Lord Mayor's Christmas Carol Concert takes place tonight - all invited
A special evening is in store tonight (Thursday 5 December) for all those who enjoy joining in with the centuries' old Christmas tradition of singing carols, as the Lord Mayor's annual Christmas Carol Concert takes place from 7-8 pm at Manchester Cathedral.
Council land deal unlocks major life science investment
The Council has completed a disposal of land to Kadans Science Partner UK (Kadans) to deliver a landmark life science development as part of the first phase of the Upper Brook Street regeneration.