Tribute to Sir Howard Bernstein
The Leader of Manchester City Council has paid tribute to former chief executive Sir Howard Bernstein, who has died aged 71 after a period of illness.
Regeneration news
Council’s inaugural This City housing development hits highest point
The Council’s housing company This City has celebrated a major milestone in construction as a topping out ceremony marks the highest point of the build.
Locals invited to have their say over Grey Mare Lane estate regeneration plan
A consultation has opened today gathering feedback from local people about the masterplan for the Grey Mare Lane estate in east Manchester.
Withington community welcomes proposed public space investment following consultation
Local people and businesses have shown their support for two projects to improve public spaces in Withington Village and create a more pedestrian first approach to the high street.
Key development progress made to create a greener, cleaner Ancoats
Progress at three key developments in Ancoats come together to mark the final phase of the Ancoats redevelopment story – and the beginning of the end of more than 20 years of regeneration in the city
Team chosen to develop Neighbourhood Development Framework for Holt Town
Studio Egret West have been appointed to lead a multi-disciplinary team to develop a Neighbourhood Development Framework (NDF) for Holt Town in east Manchester.
Future vision for Chorlton high street subject to public consultation
A new plan for Chorlton’s district centre is being considered by the Council - and local people and businesses are urged to give their feedback.
Newton Heath social housing development celebrates final completion
69 low carbon homes for social rent have now been completed and residents have been welcomed to their new homes on Silk Street in north Manchester.
Consultation calls for local people’s feedback on public space in Withington Village
Government funding has been secured to upgrade two public spaces in Withington Village and local residents and businesses can now have their say on the proposals.
Project to transform Ancoats Green in to the ‘green heart’ of the community starts on site
Major investment at Ancoats Green is now underway to create a much-improved city centre park space as part of the closing chapter of the regeneration of Ancoats that began more than 20 years ago.
Feedback sought on proposals for a Culture Hub at Wythenshawe Civic
A consultation is now open to gather local views on the plans to deliver a new cultural hub within the former Co-operative department store as part of the transformation of Wythenshawe Civic Centre.
New city centre campus a step closer as partner lined up to develop Central Retail Park
The Council is in late-stage negotiations to begin the redevelopment of part of the former retail park by the Government Property Agency (GPA) to develop a new low carbon office destination.
Council shortlists teams to deliver long-term Holt Town vision
Manchester City Council has shortlisted six multi-disciplinary teams to submit tenders to develop a new Neighbourhood Development Framework (NDF) for Holt Town.
2023 - a year to remember for Manchester
As Manchester hosts today's Chanel event, City Council Leader Cllr Bev Craig reflects on a remarkable year for the city on the international stage - and the bigger picture.
Wythenshawe Civic redevelopment to get £20m kickstart
The regeneration of Wythenshawe town centre will get a significant boost following confirmation of £20m funding from the Government’s Levelling Up Fund.
£3m funding success to build affordable homes on brownfield land
Manchester will receive more than £3million to support housing projects across the city bringing long-term brownfield land back into use.
Search is on for team to deliver long-term development framework for new city centre neighbourhood
The Council is looking for a team to create a Neighbourhood Development Framework for Holt Town, helping to link the city centre with east Manchester through an ambitious long-term investment plan.
Regeneration plan for Moston Lane receives broad support from locals
A new Moston Lane Development Framework is set to be agreed at a meeting of the Council’s executive (Weds 18 October) following positive feedback from the local community.
Team appointed to masterplan long-term Strangeways regeneration
A multi-disciplinary team has been chosen to draw up a Strangeways and Cambridge Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) that will guide the transformation of the neighbourhood over the next decade.
Council seeks development partner to deliver major Wythenshawe Civic regeneration programme
The Council has begun the search for a joint venture partner that will drive the ‘once-in-a-generation’ development plan for Wythenshawe town centre over the next 15 years.
Piccadilly Gardens transformation moves forward as design team appointed
A design team has been appointed to develop plans to create a world class space in the area centred around Piccadilly Gardens.
Our Town Hall project update – progress continues but challenges remain
The latest update report on the Our Town Hall project spells out the challenges it is continuing to face and the impacts these will have on its timescale and budget.
Council’s maiden This City housing development starts on site
This City, the Council-owned housing development company, celebrates its first start-on-site as construction begins on 128 new low carbon homes in Ancoats.
Consultation - Development plan for Moston Lane welcomes feedback from locals
A public consultation has opened Monday 26 June urging local people and businesses to have their say on the long-term vision for Moston Lane.
Construction underway for pioneering Ancoats Mobility Hub as part of third phase of neighbourhood regeneration
Work has started on site to build the UK’s first mobility hub, helping Ancoats to become a ‘people first’ neighbourhood that prioritises streets for people over cars and providing sustainable travel.
Development plan for former Central Retail Park to move ahead
The Council’s executive will be asked to approve the Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) for the former retail site at a meeting last week (Weds 22 March).
£3m Investment in Moston and Withington confirmed from national Shared Prosperity Fund
Moston Lane and Withington high street will share around £2.8m funding for projects to improve the district centres through new high quality green public spaces, amongst wider regeneration investment.
Ancoats Green transformation is one step closer as planning application is submitted
The Council’s plans to create a new ‘green heart of Ancoats’ is underway as a planning application is submitted as part of the final phase of the neighbourhood’s regeneration story.
New Development Framework maps out the future of Gorton Town Centre
A new masterplan that will help guide future development in the heart of Gorton – including new shops, public realm and affordable housing – is set to be agreed at a meeting of the Council’s executive
Long term development plan for sustainable “Wythenshawe Civic” centre announced following public consultation
A report detailing ‘once in a generation’ development proposals over the next decade in Wythenshawe will be heard by the Council’s executive, including new public square and housing.
Manchester neighbourhood reaches nine year milestone
Transformation of the Brunswick neighbourhood in Manchester is now nine years into its 25-year masterplan, as the consortium behind the £106m programme celebrates this major milestone.
Pioneering hub in Gorton welcomes community as doors open for the first time
The first group of organisations will begin serving local people next week (Tuesday 15 November) as the new community, integrated health and learning hub is completed.
Council moves ahead with first phase of the Project 500 housing initiative
A report detailing the initial phase of developments that will begin the Project 500 housing plan will be heard by the executive committee next week (Weds 16 November).
Victoria North: Social benefit community hub set up at major regeneration site
A new hub has opened at Red Bank – a site part of the Victoria North regeneration programme – that will help people with employment, training and digital access.
Consultation opens about the ambitious regeneration plans for Wythenshawe Town Centre
Local people and businesses are invited to give their feedback about proposals to transform Wythenshawe Town Centre.
Rebirth of Wythenshawe town centre begins as Council acquires site
Manchester City Council completed the acquisition of Wythenshawe town centre from St. Modwen marking the beginning of a major regeneration programme for the site.
VICTORIA NORTH: WORK BEGINS ON COLLYHURST REGENERATION
Construction work has begun to deliver 274 low carbon new homes in Manchester’s Collyhurst neighbourhood – marking a key milestone in the city’s transformative Victoria North project.
Planning approved for first This City housing development in Ancoats
Manchester’s planning committee has approved an application for 128 new homes in Ancoats – the first development by the Council’s This City housing company to be given the green light.
Green investment: New figures show extent of Council funding for zero carbon mission
Almost £200m of funding has been put in place so far by the Council to help deliver on our ambitions to tackle climate change, it has been revealed.
Levelling Up minister Gove sees Mayfield progress
Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Michael Gove inspected progress on Manchester’s exciting Mayfield development during a visit to the city.
Future Manchester - report highlights the positive impact of developments across the city
A new Council report highlighting how key developments in the city are benefitting the city’s residents and businesses shows that the city’s future continues to look bright despite the pandemic.
Residents asked for their views on new Hough End plans
New plans outlining development proposals for Hough End Playing Fields have been drawn up and a public consultation asking residents for their opinions will be open from today (25th November 2021).