New UK Biobank headquarters prepares for construction at Bruntwood SciTech’s Manchester Science Park

In an exciting moment for the future of UK Biobank, this week (Wednesday 7 February) the organisation welcomed the Secretary of State for Science,...

Transformation of Stretford is continuing apace

The exciting transformation of Stretford is continuing with the completion of the first stage of public realm improvements in the town centre. Trafford Council is...

Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts expands to Manchester’s Z-Arts

Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts is launching a new two-term Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE) in Musical Theatre across four locations which will welcome...

Strong residential development at the heart of Manchester construction, Deloitte Crane Survey finds

It was another good year for Manchester and Salford centres in 2023, with 61 projects on site over the year, according to Deloitte’s annual...

Apprenticeship Starts ‘Insufficient’ in Key Greater Manchester Growth Sectors

A new report published by Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce shows that some of the numbers of apprenticeship starts in key sectors are falling...

Manchester youth say mental health and cost of living barriers to employment – Prince’s...

The Prince’s Trust NatWest Youth Index 2024, released today, finds that almost a third of 16–25-year-olds in Greater Manchester are worried their mental health...

Global night time economy success to be showcased in Greater Manchester at the Night...

Global night time economy experts and city leaders will come together in Manchester next week to celebrate the successes of the industry and set...

Manchester’s children announce their priorities for the city after a record-breaking consultation

Manchester's bid to be recognised as a UNICEF Child Friendly City saw children take over the Town Hall this week to announce their priorities...

Funding additions ‘too little, too late’, Cabinet member says Wigan Council

A long-term funding settlement for local government is "beyond overdue" and should be an urgent priority, Wigan Council’s cabinet member for finance has said. Ahead...

Greater Manchester’s new walking trail appoints first two ‘Stage Guardians’

The team behind the GM Ringway – Greater Manchester’s walking trail - has signed up the first two ‘Stage Guardians’. These voluntary roles will...