News published August 2024
Homelessness latest as next steps on temporary accommodation outlined
An update report on homelessness in Manchester outlines how progress is being made against a still challenging backdrop.
Public consultation opens around ambitious proposals for Manchester’s former Central Retail Park
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Manchester City Council and the Government Property Agency (GPA) have opened a joint consultation around emerging plans for the former retail site.
Our Town Hall project: Beautifully restored clock tower back on view
![Image of a restoration expert in a hard hat working on the Manchester Town Hall clock face.](http://www.manchester.gov.uk/images/Screenshot_2024_08_23_at_10.48.32.png)
Manchester Town Hall’s newly-restored clock tower has been revealed, giving a fresh view of the progress being made in restoring, repairing and safeguarding the Grade I-listed icon.
Pupils across Manchester celebrate their GCSE success
Pupils at schools across Manchester are amongst thousands of 16-year-olds across the country who have picked up their GCSE results today.
Free Self-Guided Audio Tour of the Manchester Central Library.
![photo of the exterior of Manchester Central Library](http://www.manchester.gov.uk/images/Central_Library_exterior_1.jpg)
Manchester Central Library has launched a free self-guided audio tour of the library to coincide with the celebrations for its 90th Anniversary year.
Consultation begins on major regeneration plan for Holt Town
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The Council has begun gathering feedback around the transformational proposals being developed for Holt Town, east Manchester as consultation opens today.
Council appoints new assistant director of development and investment
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Oliver Jones-Orrells has been appointed to the assistant director role that will support development, investment and continued economic growth in Manchester.
Planning application submitted for new town square in Gorton
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A new heart for Gorton takes a further step forward as plans are submitted that detail a new public square where local people and visitors can relax and spend time.
Students across Manchester celebrate exam success
Students at schools and colleges across Manchester have been picking up their results today after sitting A Level, BTEC, and T Level exams before the summer.