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Manchester Airport’s Terminal Two Extension Is Handed Over From Laing O’Rourke
Today sees the delivery of a major milestone for the Manchester Airport Transformation Programme with Laing O’Rourke’s completion of the main build phase of the Terminal Two Extension (known as sectional completion 210a).
The milestone is a hugely significant achievement coming a little over two and half years since MAG signed the contract with…
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Guardian Events this weekend in Manchester
Are you in Manchester this weekend? We’ve partnered with Manchester International Festival and have several exciting free events at The House of Unrest, celebrating the spirit of activism and how protest can change the world! Read more and sign up here:
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Learn to change the world in an hour
Placard making workshop
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Current Affairs
Will Elections Delay Mean New Entrants In Manchester Mayoral Race?
The Government's announcement of delaying Local and Mayoral elections by 12-months will have sent shockwaves through political circles, but few have asked how it will change prospects in Greater Manchester.
Jennifer Williams, of the Manchester Evening News, recently wrote of her surprise that the Conservatives had not selected a candidate…
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Woman Arrested In Connection With Murder Of 7-Year-Old In Bolton
A woman has been arrested following the murder of a little girl in Bolton.
Earlier today (Sunday 22 March 2020) at 2:34pm, police were called to Queen’s Park in Bolton following reports that…
NCA warn that organised crime groups may try to exploit coronavirus
The National Crime Agency today warned that organised crime groups may try to exploit the coronavirus outbreak to target the UK.
Despite the unprecedented situation with the pandemic, the NCA is…
Police Hunt Fake Police Officer Following Post Office Robbery
Police investigating a robbery at a post office in Manchester have released CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the incident.
Officers were called at around 9am on…
Business
Lord Mayor of London calls on innovative Northern firms to join him abroad
The Lord Mayor of London, William Russell, will this week (21 & 22 November) visit two leading UK finance hubs, Manchester and Leeds, calling on northern firms to join him on upcoming trade…
Virgin Atlantic to create new Manchester hub following Thomas Cook collapse
Manchester could be home to a new Virgin Atlantic network hub, according to the airline’s Executive Vice President-Commercial, Juha Jarvinen who touts Thomas Cook’s demise could see the company offer…
How are Manchester’s Manufacturers Going to Deal with Brexit Uncertainty?
Manchester has one of the country’s strongest links to manufacturing. The city is recognised for being a global manufacturing lighthouse, with a talent base of 115,000 in the sector, home to one of…
Economy
Manchester Airport’s Terminal Two Extension Is Handed Over From Laing O’Rourke
Today sees the delivery of a major milestone for the Manchester Airport Transformation Programme with Laing O’Rourke’s completion of the main build phase of the Terminal Two Extension (known as sectional completion 210a).
The milestone is a hugely significant achievement coming a little over two and half years since MAG signed the contract with…
Current Affairs
‘Disproportionate’ number of sexual assault victims have learning disabilities, research suggests
A disproportionately high number of people with learning disabilities are victims of sexual assault, new research suggests.
Dr Rabiya Majeed‐Ariss, Research Associate at…
Report into GMP’s IOPS System makes key recommendations
A report by HMICFRS has made nine recommendations for the force to improve the flagship iOPS System.
The new IT System by Capita came under fire after a string of…
News
Eamonn O’Neal Appointed New High Sheriff Of Greater Manchester
A FORMER Managing Editor of the Manchester Evening News has been chosen by the Queen as the next High Sheriff of Greater Manchester.
The appointment of Eamonn O’Neal was formally announced by…
New Customer Committee Paves Way For Future Of Tenant Engagement
Salford-based housing association, Salix Homes, has launched a new Customer Committee giving its tenants a real voice by allowing customers unfettered access to scrutinise the organisation.
The…
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Clubbing in the Manchester Art Gallery: the unusual clash happens next Saturday
The Manchester Art Gallery will open its doors to an unpredictable event that gathers art and music together. On…
Brand New Late-Night Bar and Club, Vanitas, to open in Manchester Hall
A glamorous new late-night bar and club is set to launch in Bridge Street’s Manchester Hall. Vanitas will…
Monster Invasion Manchester
Look out, look up, beware. The monsters are coming! Climbing up buildings and hiding in the trees. Miss them at…
Trick or Treat Trail in Manchester City Centre
Type:Halloween in the City
Manchester City Centre, Manchester, M4 1AZGet your spook on courtesy of this creepy…
Local News
Manchester Council Plan to transform Piccadilly Gardens
The Council’s Executive will be asked to approve almost £2m for the first phase of the transformation of the…
Lib Dems Slam Labour on Water Fountains
The Liberal Democrats have slammed the new Exchange Square 'dancing fountains', trumpeted by Manchester City…
Businesses get backing from Minister on tour to support entrepreneurs
GREATER Manchester businesses have been given the backing of a government minister on a tour to support…
Police appeal following City Centre Rape
Police investigating a rape that happened in the city centre have released an image of a man they want to speak…