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Salford is a contemporary thriving mix of modern and historic which saw 8 million visits generating an economic impact of £1 billion in 2023.

A new independent design review forum is being launched to champion the highest standards of design across new developments in the city.

The vehicle joins the council’s fleet of 21 ‘Greener Salford’ electric vehicles, including vans, a tipper truck and a road sweeper.

The Salford City Council's Public Health secures funding to expand supervised toothbrushing training across schools and nurseries in Salford.

We are inviting residents to nominate the buildings, landmarks, and landscapes they believe should be recognised for their local historic or architectural importance.

Salford City Council’s Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme has launched for summer 2025 offering free activities for children aged 4 to 16 who are eligible for benefits related free school meals.

Affordable homes have been given the green light.

The series of proposals were approved at the Property and Regeneration Briefing on Monday 23 June.

Carers are being sought to help make a real difference to Salford adults’ lives during Shared Lives Week 2025.

Salford’s biggest LGBTQ+ celebration, The Pink Picnic, is back on Saturday 21 June at Peel Park and you’re invited.

The city of Salford will commemorate Armed Forces Week by hosting a number of events including a flag raising ceremony on Monday 23 June 2025 and a community parade on Saturday 28 June 2025.

Frederick Road is set to close for six months from Saturday 12 July to enable essential construction across the carriageway as part of Salford Rise, a key element of the Crescent Salford masterplan. 

Salford City Council has issued a collective call to action at its first Cleaner Greener Conference.

What will be known as the Pankhurst Cup reflects Emmeline Pankhurst who was a significant figure in Salford.

Salford City Council is asking for the views of residents and businesses in the Broughton Park area of the city on the proposal for a Parish Council or other community governance arrangements.

Created by FRAMELESS Creative, the UK’s leading creator of immersive experiences, and inspired by the National Portrait Gallery’s Collection.

A new strategy has launched in Salford to help young people take part in culture and creativity. 

Salford City Council officially launched Carers Week 2025 with a vibrant floral celebration at the Civic Centre, honouring the vital contributions of unpaid carers and championing this year’s national theme: “Equality for all.”

There are lots of fun and informative activities for people with learning disabilities, their carers and families during Learning Disability Week 2025 (16 to 22 June).

City Mayor Paul Dennett has announced changes to his top team. 

The funding has been announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves as part of the Comprehensive Spending Review, and will support changes that communities want to see over the next 10 years.