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• Latest news

  • MSV launches fourth HAPPI housing scheme to meet the changing needs of older people

    MSV Housing’s new ‘HAPPI’ development in South Manchester was launched today by Councillor Bev Craig, Councillor Gavin White and the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham,

  • Manchester Central Library to host Armed Forces and Emergency Services Jobs Fair this week ​

    A jobs fair takes place this week on Tuesday 24 January at Manchester Central Library for anyone looking to make a career in either the Armed Forces or the Emergency Services.

  • Manchester’s spectacular Dragon Parade returns to city streets to mark Chinese New Year

    Manchester will be celebrating the Year of the Rabbit this weekend with the return of its legendary Dragon Parade after a two-year absence due to the pandemic.

  • Manchester City Council to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2023

    The city of Manchester will mark Holocaust Memorial Day by lighting up the Tower of Light and by hosting an event in Central Library.  

  • New Development Framework maps out the future of Gorton Town Centre

    A new masterplan that will help guide future development in the heart of Gorton – including new shops, public realm and affordable housing – is set to be agreed at a meeting of the Council’s executive

  • Long term development plan for sustainable “Wythenshawe Civic” centre announced following public consultation

    A report detailing ‘once in a generation’ development proposals over the next decade in Wythenshawe will be heard by the Council’s executive, including new public square and housing.

  • Council update on Night & Day trial

    Following a joint application an adjournment has been granted for the ongoing trial.

  • Takeaway hit with hefty fine

    A Takeaway in Northenden has been ordered to pay £9,000 after failing to supply the Council with waste transfer notes.

  • Trader sentenced after thousands of illegal cigarettes found in car boot

    A Manchester trader who stashed thousands of illegal cigarettes in a car boot has been sentenced following his day in court. 

  • Update on our budget position as new council tax consultation launches

    A consultation has opened this week on revised Council Tax increase proposals.

• Downloads

  • Making Manchester Fairer Plan
  • VCS CC Grant Application Form Guidance (updated 2023)
  • Street Engagement Hub Prospectus 2023-26
  • Welfare Provision Scheme Privacy Notice
  • Appendix_13___Maps_of_NHSE_Commissioned_Advanced_Services
  • Appendix_12___Maps_of_Enhanced_and_Locally_Commissioned_Services
  • Appendix_11___NHSE_Commissioned_Advanced_Services
  • Appendix_10___One_Mile_Boundaries_Pharmacies
  • Appendix_9___Manchester_GP_Practices
  • Appendix_8___Maps

• Documents

  • Council tax: tell us if you've been made homeless
  • VCS funding for Street Engagement Hub
  • North Manchester Social Benefits Framework
  • Council tax consultation 2023/24
  • Former Central Retail Park Consultation 2023
  • Manchester Science Park consultation
  • Holiday Activity Fund 2023
  • Road Safety week - safer streets for all
  • Gorton District Centre consultation
  • Youth, Play and Participation Service VCS Grants for Youth and Play Work - July 2023 to April 2025

• Events

  • Chinese New Year

    Year of the Rabbit Chinese New Year Celebration, featuring a 175ft long dragon parade, illuminated dragon and lion dances.

  • The Lord Mayor's Christmas Carol Concert

    Join us in the beautiful setting of Manchester Cathedral for the Lord Mayor's Christmas Carol Concert 2022.

  • Remembrance Sunday 2022

    Come to the annual Remembrance Sunday event in the city centre.

  • Manchester Irish Weekender

    A celebration of food, drink and performance in the heart of Manchester

• Latest News Releases

  • Manchester to host its first ever Manchester Christmas Parade - a festive first for Santa's favourite city