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"This strike is vital" - Member of Youth Parliament for Salford supports Youth Strike for Climate

“This strike is vital” – Member of Youth Parliament for Salford supports Youth Strike for Climate

Young people in Greater Manchester are planning to join a second school strike for climate on Friday as part of a global day of protest by young people to demand action against climate change. Alex Derbyshire, 17, Member of Youth Parliament for Salford, is a strong supporter of the movement.

Salford City Council, Swinton, Gtr Manchester, England. CC BY 3.0, image credit: Bob Linsdell

“An exceptionally challenging year”: Salford Council sends bleak letter to residents about tax rises and funding

Salford City Council will increase council tax by 3% next financial year, the maximum amount allowed before a local referendum is triggered.

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“Reckless and unsustainable” – Green candidate criticises Andy Burnham’s housing proposals

Green party Councillor Bryan Blears yesterday sent a letter to the Mayor of Manchester Andy Burnham, calling his new housing proposals “reckless and unsustainable”.