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From placement to promotion: Dawid’s Salford Futures journey

After struggling to find work, Dawid joined the Salford Futures programme—and in under a year, he went from placement to promotion at Salford City Council.

Royal recognition for Salford community champions

Two inspiring Salford organisations, Dancing with Dementia and Eccles Rugby Football Club honoured with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service

RHS Bridgewater Free Tuesdays Extended

As the garden approaches its fourth anniversary, the RHS is celebrating by continuing this popular initiative

Celebrating Boothstown’s rich history

Boothstown Residents Association celebrate the heritage of Boothstown by creating a new history plinth at Standfield Precinct Green.

Beyond Conference returns

Salford will once again host one of the UK’s leading events for creative innovation, as BEYOND Conference returns to MediaCity this November.

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.