Manchester people are being asked their priorities for investment in services in a consultation on the Council’s next budget launched today, Wednesday 10 December.
An improving financial position means that while still dealing with the legacy of austerity under the previous Government, in which Manchester was among the hardest hit places, the city can look to the future with confidence.
The Government is introducing fairer funding for councils which recognises that areas with more challenges need more money.
Although final details of the Council’s financial settlement will not be received until later this month, this means that it is anticipated there will more funding available than previously expected.
Council Leader Cllr Bev Craig said: “After years of experiencing disproportionate cuts under the previous Government which meant we were asking residents for their priorities of which services to protect, we’re now in a position to ask them their priorities for which services to invest in. This marks a real sea change.
“Crucially, the fact that we will get a three-year financial settlement from Government rather than year-by-year settlements as has previously been the case also means we can plan ahead with real confidence.”
To take part in the consultation, which runs until 5pm on 28 January 2026, and to find out more visit www.manchester.gov.uk/
