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Scheme launched to provide a bed for every rough sleeper in Greater Manchester

Scheme launched to provide a bed for every rough sleeper in Greater Manchester

Greater Manchester launch scheme ‘A Bed Every Night’ campaign, which aims to provide shelter for an estimated 500 rough sleepers
Changes to mental health services

Changes to mental health services

In recent years, the number of university students affected by mental health seems to be a figure that just keeps rising. A recent study by the World Health Organisation reported that 1 in 3 freshers experience symptoms of mental health disorders. Furthermore, a fifth of 16-24 year olds are thought to experience anxiety or depression. […]
Invisible Manchester to take visitors ‘Off the Cobbles’

Invisible Manchester to take visitors ‘Off the Cobbles’

Invisible Manchester is an initiative that allows visitors to take an alternative tour of the city, led by a homeless guide.
Grassroots Football at serious risk due to funding cuts, warns Mayor

Grassroots Football at serious risk due to funding cuts, warns Mayor

Andy Burnham has issued a plea to save grassroots-level football and criticised the Premier League for failing to meet its funding commitments in the area
Give Manchester same transport powers as London, says Burnham

Give Manchester same transport powers as London, says Burnham

The Mayor has called for the council to be handed greater jurisdiction over Manchester’s transport system amid an ongoing crisis
Andy Burnham announces new mental health services for Manchester universities

Andy Burnham announces new mental health services for Manchester universities

The mayor of Greater Manchester unveiled new plans to tackle growing mental health problems in Manchester’s universities
Congestion zone in Manchester city centre up for debate

Congestion zone in Manchester city centre up for debate

In order to improve air quality in Greater Manchester, cars, HGVs, buses and taxis could soon be charged to enter the city centre
Andy Answers: Question Time with the Mayor

Andy Answers: Question Time with the Mayor

Labour mayor Andy Burnham was put under the spotlight by members of the public in a Q and A style event.
Who’s Helping the Homeless?

Who’s Helping the Homeless?

Manchester is known internationally as one of the UK’s best places to live, a reputation that locals and students alike will never tire of flaunting. Buzzing nightlife, expansive shopping centres and an ever-rising skyline all show off the best Manchester has to offer, but in stark contrast to this the issues of rough sleeping and […]
Manchester crowned the UK’s sporting city for 2018

Manchester crowned the UK’s sporting city for 2018

Annual ESPN rankings place the city above London and football-crazy neighbours Liverpool
Vandalism forces Mobikes out of Manchester

Vandalism forces Mobikes out of Manchester

Vandalism and theft has left Mobike to pull out of Manchester, making it the first city to give up the bikes for good
Manchester is the UK’s second most congested city, new research reveals

Manchester is the UK’s second most congested city, new research reveals

Only London ranked higher in an investigation into traffic congestion across the country
Manchester homes to fund Council cuts

Manchester homes to fund Council cuts

Elected mayors to add their own charges to council tax bills to cope with increased cuts

Interview: Alex Tayler

Alex Tayler answers our questions on the SU’s refurbishment, the recent All Students Vote, and local student Facebook groups

Manchester Labour Students take a stand against ‘abusive’ councillor

Manchester Labour Society revokes speaking invitation of a Labour Councillor who is accused of abusing his teenage daughter

Students’ Union unveils living wage plaque

All Students’ Union employees earn at least the “real living wage” of £8.75

Fallowfield safety petition to be presented to Deputy Mayor

The creator of the petition is to meet the Deputy Mayor on Tuesday to present it

Mayor Andy Burnham awarded Doubleday Award

Mayor has been praised for demonstrating “great leadership for our community in the wake of the tragic events”

Child sexual exploitation assurance review underway

The report comes in response to public concern regarding issues raised in recent broadcasts

Green jobs suffer slow growth in Manchester

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority is determined to correct slow but steady job growth in green sectors