Policy

The UK Poverty report published by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation offers a comprehensive analysis of poverty in the UK. Drawing on extensive data sources, the report identifies who is most affected, tracks how poverty levels have evolved over time, and what lies ahead. The report provides in-depth insights into overall poverty rates, deep poverty and persistent poverty, whilst exploring how these vary between different groups throughout the UK.

This inspiring showcase follows a November event where all candidates made short Pecha Kucha-style pitches to mentors and peers. The five individual proposals to be shared in January were voted most feasible: real-world approaches to securing a better future in uncertain times.

This exclusive event is hosted at JLL’s 10th floor offices and offers a chance to connect with change-makers shaping sustainable futures across and beyond Greater Manchester.

This February we will be joined by Manchester C

Join Voluntary Sector North West (VSNW) for the first ever Great North VCFSE Exchange which will explore how voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector organisations are making relationships with their strategic authorities work.

How do you work with your strategic authority?
VSNW are inviting VCFSE leaders from across the North to share learning, explore what good partnership working looks like, and build stronger connections with strategic authorities.

This session explores positive action – a lawful and strategic approach to advancing equality under the Equality Act 2010. It’s part of the ongoing Leadership for Inclusion series, supporting leaders across Greater Manchester to create inclusive environments through evidence-based, proportionate action.

Join GM Integrated Care Partnership – PCCA team for their January Spotlight learning session, which will explore how housing and homelessness connect to Greater Manchester’s ambition for great everyday support — and what this means for frontline roles across sectors.

This session brings together strategic insight and frontline experience to build shared understanding, strengthen partnership working and support a ‘no wrong door’ approach for people who need support.

Join The University of Manchester to discuss mission-based approaches and urban sustainability policy.

The last two decades have seen a rise in mission-oriented innovation, with greater focus on sustainability challenges as drivers for innovation and industrial policy. As the country prepares for greater devolution, what is the role of cities and regions in this approach?

Macc's Alternative Venue discussion Group - the

54% of UK pensioners on a low income find it a struggle to keep up with bills and credit commitments, according to polling published in September 2025 by the Living Wage Foundation.1.9 million, or 16% of pensioners in the UK are living in relative poverty, according to a 2024 study by Age UK.