News published May 2024
Consultation: Landlord licensing looks to expand to nine new areas across Manchester
A consultation with local residents and landlords opens today asking for feedback about proposals to set up nine new Selective Licensing schemes that could cover 1,900 private rented homes.
Manchester welcomes new Lord Mayor
Councillor Paul Andrews has been appointed the new Lord Mayor in the city of Manchester in a full council meeting today (15 May).
Summer Celebrations to hail 90th anniversary of Manchester Central Library
![Landscape of Manchester Central Library in St. Peter's Square, Manchester](http://www.manchester.gov.uk/images/Central_Library_publicity_photo__1_.jpg)
A milestone anniversary this year will set the stage for a book bonanza filled summer.
Oldham Road improvement works to start next week
A project to improve the roads and footpaths along a key road in the Ancoats area will shortly begin.
Blue Peter Book Club live takes off in Manchester Central Library
![Image of the Blue Peter Book Club Live poster](http://www.manchester.gov.uk/images/Blue_Peter_Twitter__1__2.jpg)
Blue Peter Book Club Live launches at Manchester Central Library Saturday 18 May. A free event for families and children 10am - 4pm. The launch of Manchester’s Blue Peter Book Club Badge Trail.