Manchester City Council has revealed that the number of rough sleepers recorded on the streets of the city centre has increased by over 300% in the last five years.

Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester and Chair of Greater Manchester combined authority, today outlined his vision to make Manchester a better place to live in for everyone.

Previously, homeless individuals or organisations acting on behalf of them would have to pay an £11 fee for the document.

A campaign is underway to help Manchester residents lower their energy bills – on average a September pilot saved households nearly £300 – while also aiding the environment.

Greater Manchester has set out plans to develop a world class approach to fire safety, after the June tragedy at Grenfell Tower caused nationwide concern about the safety of high rise buildings.

The four-year project to transform Oxford Road has finally concluded.

A national HIV awareness campaign has launched in Manchester city centre, featuring a ten-foot-tall ecosystem of living, vibrant plants spelling out the word ‘HIV’.

Manchester City Council has released a statement of solidarity following yesterday’s devastating terror attacks in Barcelona.

Greater Manchester has made progress in its attempt to create an Oyster-style transport system by launching the ‘Get Me There’ smartcard.

Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has openly backed Crossrail 2, along with Mayor of London Sadiq Khan.

The departure of former MP Andy Burnham has energised political debate in Leigh and many residents see this election as the most important and contentious in recent history.