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“Trailblazing” deal sees greater control over rail services and education in Salford

A “trailblazing” new devolution deal for Greater Manchester has been signed today bringing a raft of new powers to Salford. […]

Rebecca Long-Bailey
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MP slams budget as “gimmicks and spin” with lack of support for struggling Salford families

Rebecca Long-Bailey has slammed today’s budget announcement as “gimmicks and spin” after a supposed lack of support for struggling families […]

Protesters at Media City. Image by Harry Warner.

“We get into very dangerous territory when you can’t criticise the government”- Protesters gather outside BBC offices over Gary Lineker row

Protesters gathered on Saturday outside BBC offices in Salford’s Media City to support Gary Lineker. The ex-footballer turned broadcaster was […]

Salford City Council, Swinton. Image from Wikimedia commons. Image credit: Robert Linsdell

One of England’s longest serving councillors recognised after 57 years of service in Salford

One of England’s longest serving councillors has been recognised for his 57 years of work throughout Salford. Councillor David Lancaster, […]