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‘Simple’ solution to the winter fuel myth from the man who saw it coming

‘Simple’ solution to the winter fuel myth from the man who saw it coming

Salford’s mayor doesn’t claim to have a crystal ball, but somehow he appeared to have seen the saga surrounding winter fuel payments. Earlier this year – a few months before the new Labor government announced it would cut the wages of millions of pensioners – Paul Dennett was unknowingly preparing for the move. In fact,… Read More »

An alternative guide to Salford and Manchester

Every year on the first Sunday in May, Chapel Street, where central Manchester meets Salford, comes alive with DIY art, music and shows at the Voices from the Other City festival. It’s a vibrant public celebration of the “community spirit and collaborative working” that co-director Emma Thompson says underpins much of the area’s alternative culture.… Read More »