Manchester is one of two UK cities to set out a zero waste aim – meaning that by 2050, we need to be recycling or recovering energy from as much waste as we use, ensuring nothing goes to landfill.

In the June 2016 referendum, the city of Manchester had the fifth highest vote to Remain in the EU with 60% – here MM take a look at what the ten boroughs of Greater Manchester have done in preparation for the March 29 European exit.

Greater Manchester’s longest-serving council leader, Lord Peter Smith, has stepped down from his post as leader of Wigan Council.

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.

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.

Greater Manchester will use £1.5million of National Lottery money to fund ‘transformative’ arts and heritage projects across the region.

A second Transport Fund for Manchester will be “critical” following this week’s budget announcement.

A partnership revealed by the Centre for Ageing Better will help turn Manchester into an ‘age-friendly city’, according to the charity’s CEO.

Alcohol-related liver disease affects more people in Manchester than anywhere else in the UK, new figures show.

Lord Peter Smith, chair of Greater Manchester Combined Authority, has praised Prime Minister David Cameron’s speech on the need to hand more power down from central to local government.