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New stadium and regeneration around Old Trafford could bring £7bn to UK economy
The Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force has completed its initial feasibility work into options for a new or redeveloped stadium at Old Trafford setting out a once-in-a-generation opportunity for social and economic growth across Trafford and the surrounding area. An...
Tech giant Auto Trader to join Manchester’s innovative business ecosystem in move to Circle Square
The UK’s largest digital automotive marketplace, Auto Trader, is set to strengthen its presence in Manchester by moving into130,000 sq ft of specialist, cutting edge workspace at one of Manchester’s largest new developments No.3 Circle Square. Auto Trader is one of...
Manchester to host global brands for event influencing climate action and change
Manchester is set to take centre stage in January as global brands and purpose-led businesses come together for the Better Business Summit, a flagship event championing action against climate change. From January 15th to 17th, the city will host thought leaders,...
University of Salford and GMCA join forces to unlock data sharing barriers
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and the University of Salford have commenced a two-and-a-half year knowledge transfer partnership (KTP) to enhance the embedding of an information sharing framework across the region, thanks to a £220,000 grant from...
City-region becomes the first to bring buses back under local control with cheaper, simpler fares
From 5 January, the Bee Network will operate across the entire city region, marking a significant milestone in Greater Manchester’s plans for an integrated public transport system. This marks Greater Manchester becoming the first UK City region to successfully bring...
Melissa Caslake confirmed as interim Chief Executive of Salford City Council
Salford City Council has announced its new interim Chief Executive as Melissa Caslake, pending the permanent recruitment, a process which will begin in the new year. This follows the news in October that Tom Stannard will become Manchester City Council’s new Chief...