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Salford City Council and Muse launch the next phase of the community conversation on Eccles town centre regeneration

Through a long-term partnership, Salford City Council and Muse are working together to breathe new life into Eccles Town Centre.

Exterior view of Salford Civic Centre

Barton and Winton Ward by-election called

A by-election for the Barton and Winton ward in Salford will take place on Wednesday 22 April 2026.

The winning HPV poster designs

Salford pupils co-design new HPV vaccination campaign

Salford City Council Health Protection Team launch new HPV vaccination awareness campaign to help increase uptake among Year 8 pupils. HPV is very common, and some types can lead to cancer later in life. The HPV vaccine is safe, effective and offered in school to children aged 12 to 13.

A group of Salford young people on a Seddon site visit

New council strategy and resources to deliver social impact in Salford

New Social Value and Impact Strategy launched to boost opportunities, tackle inequalities and support communities most in need.

Trading Standards officers outside Walkden Mini Market

Little Hulton shop closed down for repeated sales of illegal cigarettes and tobacco

Salford City Council’s Regulatory Services Team has served a Closure Order against Walkden Mini Market Ltd in Little Hulton

Get In! to Eccles, arrives on 28-29 March 2026

New weekend festival announced for Eccles town centre

A new weekend festival, Get In! to Eccles, arrives on 28-29 March 2026, bringing live performances, installations, markets and family activities to the town centre.

Pendleton and Peel Green in Salford

Salford set to benefit from up to £40 million to deliver ambitious, community‑driven regeneration

Neighbourhood Boards will be formed made up of local people with active involvement in their communities. 

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£775k boost for safety upgrades at major A6 junction

Improvements are set to be made to a major junction on the A6 thanks to funds from developers.

Salford City Council Civic Town Hall

Salford City Council Cabinet proposes no-cuts budget as funding is set out for 26/27

The proposals would see significant investment into services which support vulnerable adults and children.

Councillor David Lancaster MBE Salford

Tribute to Councillor David Lancaster MBE

A special tribute from Paul Dennett, Salford City Mayor.

School children walking and cycling to school

Safer, healthier school journeys as Salford launches its first camera‑enforced ‘School Street’

Salford's first camera‑enforced ‘School Street’ will launch on 23 February at Peel Hall Primary School in Little Hulton.

Salford Civic Centre and lawns

Use of purchasing cards by elected members explained

A review into the use of purchasing cards by elected members has been scrutinised by a committee of councillors.

Outside of The Crescent pub in Salford before it closed

Works begin to protect historic Crescent pub

Urgent works have started on the historic Crescent Pub in Salford.

Showcasing 100 objects and artworks, your Salford 100

Your Salford 100: exhibition launch

As the city of Salford celebrates 100 years since it was officially granted city status, Salford Museums are presenting a programme of exhibitions and events throughout the year, to celebrate the last 100 years of Salford, its people, it’s artists and museum collections.

Stephen Young, Andy Burnham and others at University of Salford’s new technical skills building

Stephen Young and Andy Burnham visit University of Salford’s new technical skills building

Salford City Council Chief Executive Officer Stephen Young and Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham visited the newly opened Greater Manchester Institute of Technology (GMIoT) building at the University of Salford.

Exterior view of Salford Civic Centre

Revised Council Tax Reduction scheme now more equitable to help those in need

Shaped by public support during our recent consultation, these improvements ensure: 
•    Better support for low income households
•    Fairer assessment of income
•    Continued protection for residents transitioning to Universal Credit

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The University of Salford pledges £100k to support home grown talent

The University of Salford is celebrating ten years of providing apprenticeships by pledging £100k to small businesses in Salford to help them fund adult learners aged 25 and over.

Andy Burnham, Paul Dennett, Stephen Young and others at the BT Group’s recently opened New Bailey office

Mayors back BT’s cyber push and skills drive in Greater Manchester

Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, and Paul Dennett, City Mayor of Salford, visited BT Group’s recently opened New Bailey office on Thursday 5 February.

Councillor Barbara Bentham, Superintendent Mike Russell, Kate Green and Owen Power

Salford launches Hate Crime Reporting Ambassadors

Over 100 people have signed up to become Hate Crime Reporting Ambassadors and will act as trusted points of contact within their communities and workplaces.

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Salford schools selected for Therme Manchester’s art competition

Six Salford schools have been selected to take part in Therme Manchester’s Artists of the Future competition.