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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...
Bee Net Zero launches commitment to set Greater Manchester businesses on their sustainability journey
22 Greater Manchester Businesses have already committed to becoming more sustainable with Bee Net Zero The aim is to create a movement of likeminded businesses in Greater Manchester who are committed to reducing their carbon emissions Bee Net Zero aims to make Greater...
Plans submitted for new £250m data centre in Salford that could boost technology in the city
Plans have ben submitted for a new, £250m data centre in Salford in what could be a huge boost for technology in the city. Digital Land & Development has lodged an application for a 66,000 sq ft facility on the former Whites’ recycling centre between Eccles and...
Land deal unlocks major Manchester life science development creating 2000 jobs in phase one
A landmark life science development in Manchester has been unlocked following the completion of a land deal. Manchester City Council has completed a disposal of land to Kadans Science Partner UK (Kadans) to deliver the scheme. It is part of the first phase of the...