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Salford City Council Officially Ratifies Appointment of Stephen Young as new Chief Executive

Elected members have ratified the appointment of Stephen Young as new Chief Executive.

Happy 25th anniversary Lowry!

As The Lowry marks 25 years, Salford City Council celebrates its cultural, community, and economic impact - from transforming Salford Quays to championing the arts.

Summer events and unmissable weekends in Irlam for all ages

Family friendly events at Prince's Park, Irlam.

 

Social care services to 800 adults set to return to the council

Adult social care services delivered by Aspire to return to the council.

HPV health poster design competition launched for WHO Immunisation Week

Salford launches design a HPV health awareness poster competition for young people to support WHO Immunisation Week.

Policy approved to deliver a ‘consistent and equitable’ approach for the allocation of housing

Housing Allocation Policy for 2025 to 2028 approved by Salford City Council.

Salford Taxis targeted in new health and safety push

Public health initiative launched to improve safety for Salford taxi drivers and passengers

Greengate Regeneration Strategy to Deliver Public Realm and Connectivity Improvements Moves Forward

As the medieval heart of the city, plans to deliver Salford City Council’s vision for the Greengate area have moved forward.

COVID-19: 75s and over urged to top up protection this spring

National Booking System opens for COVID-19 vaccinations spring/summer 2025.

Salford City Council appoints new Chief Executive

Stephen Young confirmed as city’s new Chief Executive, with over 30 years working in the public sector.

Progress on creating a fairer, greener, healthier and more inclusive city

From tackling poverty and inequality to creating places where people want to live, initiatives in the council’s corporate plan are already making a difference.

Salford volunteers collect over 1,000 bags of litter

Nearly 1,000 volunteers took part in the Great British Spring Clean to help tidy up Salford’s streets, parks and green spaces.

Salford City Council launch new healthy families programme, HAPPI

The new programme provides parents and children support with healthy habits around food, exercise and lifestyle choices.

Salford celebrates community champions

The Spirit of Salford Awards returned for 2025, shining a spotlight on those who make a difference in our city 

Irwell River Park Connectivity and Movement Strategy approved

Transforming the 8km stretch of the River Irwell into a vibrant and accessible urban park.

All-inclusive Try Tag Rugby launches in Salford

The first seven-week, weekly league starts in Salford on Thursday 29 May.

Salford Remembers VE Day

Special commemorative event to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day will take place at the Sunken Gardens at the front of Salford Civic Centre from 9pm until 10.50pm on Thursday 8 May 2025.

Paul Dennett, Salford City Mayor and Deputy Mayor for Greater Manchester

MediaCity Immersive Technologies Innovation Hub (MITIH) awarded new funding

Funding to boost the innovation ecosystem and support innovative businesses, start-ups and scale-ups in Greater Manchester.

Roundtable on shaping a national strategy for Rugby League hosted in Salford

Empowering the call for further investment, both public and private, to protect and advance Rugby League.

Citywide Services achieves prestigious 'Food for Life' Bronze accreditation

Certification recognises the Citywide’s commitment to serving fresh, sustainable, and nutritious meals to children across Salford.