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Investing in the people of Greater Manchester
As Minister for the Northern Powerhouse and a northern MP it makes me proud to see how Greater Manchester continues to develop and thrive.
From the bright lights of Media City UK, which I visited last week, to the cranes towering over the city skyline it is obvious that Greater Manchester is a place attracting significant investment.
But the…
Manchester Labour caught up in multi-million-pound financial coverup
Manchester's Labour Executive is at the centre of yet another storm today after the Liberal Democrats uncovered an…
Andy Burnham opens academy to help tackle region’s skills shortage
GREATER Manchester’s Mayor Andy Burnham has underlined his commitment to improving opportunities for young people…
What's 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 officially open its doors on November 15th with an evening full of entertainment.
Following the great and undeniable…
Monster Invasion Manchester
Look out, look up, beware. The monsters are coming! Climbing up buildings and hiding in the trees. Miss them at your peril…
Find our Halloween monsters at 35 Dale Street, Mayfield, Manchester Arndale, Exchange Square, Manchester Arndale,…
Manchester News
Apple’s reduced price out-of-warranty iPhone battery replacement program ends this…
Time is running out to take part in Apple's reduced price out-of-warranty iPhone battery replacement program which…
Clas Ohlson closing Manchester Arndale store
Swedish hardware chain Clas Ohlson has announced it will be shutting its Manchester Arndale store as part of…
News
Manchester takeaway owner sentenced for £50k VAT theft
A Manchester takeaway owner who lied about his earnings to steal more than £50,000 in VAT has been sentenced.
Sultan Gul, 31, owner of Dixy Chicken in Wilbraham Road, Fallowfield, charged customers VAT on online orders but…
October updates from Jim McMahon
Over the last few weeks the issue of the Oldham Post Office closure has been of the upmost importance in my work. Post Office Ltd are proposing to close our main post office in Oldham and relocate to WH Smith’s.
It’s a nonsense, as…
Current Affairs
Chris Green to vote against EU Withdrawal Agreement
Chris Green MP has informed his constituents that he will be voting against the EU Withdrawal Agreement.
Since the release of the EU Withdrawal Agreement last year, Mr Green has been vocal with his concerns that the deal does not deliver on the outcome of the 2016 EU Referendum.
Instead, the Bolton West and Atherton MP has said that the deal…
Politics
Richard Leese claims there is no demand for social housing in Manchester
Manchester's Council Leader, Richard Leese has claimed there is a lack of demand for social housing, in a jaw-dropping interview.
This is despite an urgent social housing waiting list in the city of more than 5,000 people.In a scathing…
Tactical contact: should police use force to stop stolen mopeds?
There have been mixed responses to a recent video showing police cars in London knocking riders off mopeds.
Many have praised the Metropolitan Police for finally taking robust action against violent criminals.
The Prime Minister…
WSP appointed as Partner to the Northern Powerhouse
Professional services and engineering consultancy, WSP has been appointed as Partner to the Northern Powerhouse.
The Rt Hon Jake Berry, The Northern Powerhouse Minister confirmed and welcomed the WSP appointment saying: “Providing jobs…
Greater Manchester
Investing in the people of Greater Manchester
As Minister for the Northern Powerhouse and a northern MP it makes me proud to see how Greater Manchester continues…
In Other News
Clas Ohlson closing Manchester Arndale store
Swedish hardware chain Clas Ohlson has announced it will be shutting its Manchester Arndale store as part of…
Manchester takeaway owner sentenced for £50k VAT theft
A Manchester takeaway owner who lied about his earnings to steal more than £50,000 in VAT has been…
News
Formerly homeless footballers to take on Police
A team of formerly homeless people supported by Emmaus are gearing up for a charity football match against a team…
New Beginning for Clarksfield Primary School in Oldham
The regeneration of an Oldham primary school is closer today after both the Department for Education (DfE)…
TravelSafe Partnership launches day of action to tackle antisocial behaviour
Two people were arrested as part of a day of action tackling crime and antisocial behaviour around one of…
City Women Crush West Ham 7-1
Manchester City crushed West Ham United 7-1 at the Academy Stadium on Sunday afternoon although the score…