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On Devo publication launched

10 Jul 2015 - 10:20 by michelle.foster

An eye-catching, limited edition, printed collection of analysis and ideas on devolution has been launched by The University of Manchester.

On Devo brings together nine of the most essential blogs on devolution so far that have appeared on Manchester Policy Blogs – explaining and questioning its impact on the region’s politics, the economy, health and social care and immigration, as well as examining the role the new mayor will play.

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Friends of Greater Manchester Law Centre

19 Jun 2015 - 10:05 by michelle.foster

Manchester needs a law centre. If people are committed then there will be a new law centre, owned by the community and providing high quality legal representation – for free.

In Greater Manchester there were eight law centres. Now just two remain. The city of Manchester itself which had three has become a law-centre-free zone. The Government wants to prevent access to justice and does so most effectively by removing the advice agencies that can deliver that access to those most in need.

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Spirit of Manchester Awards 2015 – get your nominations in by 3 July

16 Jun 2015 - 16:03 by michelle.foster

The Spirit of Manchester Awards is a series of awards celebrating and highlighting all the excellent work being carried out in Manchester’s voluntary and community sector. As well as providing recognition to the sector in these hard times, we want to raise the profile of the sector amongst the general public and encourage local giving and active citizenship.

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The Campaign to End Loneliness

14 May 2015 - 09:16 by michelle.foster

The Campaign to End Loneliness believes that loneliness is not inevitable and the third age can be the best age.

The Campaign to End Loneliness is now shaping their strategy for beyond 2017 and invite you to give your ideas about what they should do next. You’ll also get the chance to win one of three £50 John Lewis vouchers in their prize draw.

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Proposed changes around New Cross

8 May 2015 - 09:57 by michelle.foster

New Cross is at the north-eastern fringe of the city centre bounded by Swan Street to the south, Livesey Street to the north, Rochdale Road and Bromley Street to the west and Oldham Road to the east.

Manchester City Council is asking for your views on their proposals about how the area could be developed and transformed into a successful, distinctive residential and commercial neighbourhood.

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