News published September 2023
Council marks UN International Day for Older People
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“To be a Mancunian is to have older people at the heart of
our communities, they define
so much of who we are as a people and remind us just
who we are as a city.”](http://www.manchester.gov.uk/images/_723151.png)
Manchester City Council has paid tribute to its older residents on the UN International Day for Older People.
Dr Ranj to help all 4-year-olds in Manchester find their superpower
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All 4-year-olds in Manchester are being given a helping hand this September to find their 'superpowers' in a bid to give the city's youngsters a leg up and help make a positive difference to their lives.
Saluting Our Sisters: Manchester Libraries celebrate Black History Month
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Manchester libraries will host a festival of events to honour our city’s pioneering Black women.
Manchester Leaders respond to speculation over HS2 future
Manchester City Council Leader Cllr Bev Craig and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham have sent an urgent joint letter to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak about the future of HS2.
One year on from landmark Women’s Night time Safety Charter Council looks back on progress made
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It has been one year since Manchester City Council launched its Women’s Night-time Safety Charter.
Council executive approves measures to support black cab trade
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Manchester City Council’s Executive has approved plans that would provide additional support to the Hackney Carriage trade.
Update on Chorlton to Manchester Cycle Way as CYCLOPS installation begins
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Works will begin today on the next section of the Chorlton to Manchester Cycleway.
Manchester Central Library Development trust secures funding to support new dual language book gifting initiative
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Manchester Central Library Development trust has secured £8,000 to support an initiative that aims to reflect the city’s diverse communities and, ensure all can experience the benefits of reading.
Charging ahead: Plan to boost electric vehicle infrastructure takes shape
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A Council-led plan to create hundreds of new public electric vehicle charging points across Manchester is gathering pace.
The Velodrome at the National Cycling Centre reopened this weekend after £27 million of works to improve its facilities and green credentials – becoming the UK’s first all-electric Velodrome.
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All areas of the National Cycling Centre have benefitted from the major investment from Manchester City Council, Sport England and Central Government.