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Join in the Greater Manchester Congestion Conversation

There are just four days left for residents in the region to join in the Greater Manchester Congestion Conversation with the Mayor of Greater Manchester to help tackle the crippling issue of overcrowded roads. As traffic congestion costs the region £1.3m every year, Greater Manchester's Mayor has … [Read more...]

Flybe takes off from Manchester to Southend

Manchester Airport has added yet another domestic route to its network as Flybe takes off from Manchester to Southend.   To mark the new route a traditional terminal celebration took place with cake for passengers to enjoy. The new flights will operate up to three times daily from the UK’s global … [Read more...]

MAG calls for UK wide aviation strategy

Manchester Airports Group - MAG - is calling for a UK wide aviation strategy to improve international connectivity. The Government’s new aviation strategy should set out an ambitious plan for improving international connectivity from UK airports as part of its vision for a new global Britain, … [Read more...]

Free Off-Peak travel proposed for women of a certain age

THOUSANDS of women of a certain age across Greater Manchester, affected by 2011 acceleration to the state pension age equalisation, could now receive free off-peak travel with a locally funded concession. The move comes after Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, made a commitment in his … [Read more...]

RBS funding supports new nursery and 20 new jobs

Up to 20 new jobs have been created thanks to an RBS funding deal to open a new state of the art private day nursery. Little Footprints nursery can provide childcare for up to 50 children aged between six weeks and four years. Ofsted approved, the nursery is managed by experienced nursery manager … [Read more...]

Green energy campaign launched in Greater Manchester

A green energy campaign has been launched in Greater Manchester to encourage residents to switch their homes to clean electricity. The move would see savings on their energy bills and help the environment at the same time. Councillor Walter Brett, Deputy Mayor of Stockport, joined the Mayor of … [Read more...]

Drop off area at Manchester Airport Terminal 2 changes

As part of its £1bn Transformation Programme (MAN-TP), the drop off at Manchester Airport Terminal 2 has changed. Instead of using the ramp at the front of the building, passengers are now being asked to drop off at the ground level in a specially commissioned forecourt. Works began this summer on … [Read more...]

GDPR affects us all – what you need to know!

The new General Data Protection Regulation - GDPR - will apply in the UK from 25 May 2018 and will affect anyone and everyone who comes in touch with any form of personal data, both here in the UK and across the EU. The government has confirmed that the UK’s decision to leave the EU will not … [Read more...]

MDT-UK tendering for Type 45 Destroyers PiP

The six Type 45 Destroyers in service with the Royal Navy are the most advanced Destroyers the nation has ever constructed. They are planned to have a power-upgrade to enhance their capabilities further and the Ministry of Defence is currently tendering for this “Power Improvement Programme” … [Read more...]

Manchester Airport campaign to attract new retailers

Manchester Airport has unveiled a marketing campaign to attract new retailers and F&B outlets as part of its £1bn transformation programme. The ‘We are changing’ campaign comes after construction work on Terminal Two started this summer at the UK’s third largest airport. The … [Read more...]

Foreign students boost passenger numbers at Manchester Airport

An influx of foreign students have pushed passenger numbers at Manchester Airport to over 2.8m in September.  Thousands of international students arriving from across the globe have boosted passenger numbers at Manchester Airport. Students arrived from the Far East, Middle East, USA and all over … [Read more...]

GMCA Fund launched for Greater Manchester

TODAY marks the launch of a new GMCA Fund - the Greater Manchester Combined Authority Culture and Social Impact Fund - which is set benefit residents across Greater Manchester. The new GMCA fund is for not for profit and voluntary organisations. The new GMCA fund scheme was given the green light by … [Read more...]