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Road Traffic in Greater Manchester is largely responsible for the emission of harmful gases, GM authorities are working on a plan to combat this issue by 2026.

Air quality warning in Sharston after reports of hazardous air pollution

7th Mar |

Stagecoach buses cause frustration for Manchester residents over 'hit or miss' service.

Wythenshawe residents’ frustration over Stagecoach’s ‘hit or miss’ service

4th Mar |

Open University members protest pensions and four fights disputes in Sharston. Credit: James Sumner / @JamesBSumner on Twitter

Open University staff protest over ‘devastating’ 35% cut on guaranteed retirement income

23rd Feb |

Manchester Airport Group offer over 500 jobs to workers following easing of travel restrictions for UK citizens

Manchester Airport boosted by over 500 job opportunities following mass exodus of staff during pandemic

9th Feb |

Transport for Greater Manchester help Jude's fund reaches 20k target for local charities

TfGM staff help Jude’s Fund reach 20k target for local charities during pandemic.

2nd Feb |

Record number of sport scholars welcomed at Manchester Metropolitan University

12th Nov |

Controversial 55-storey student tower faces legal objection after overwhelming opposition

12th Nov |

Construction underway for Stockport’s multi-million-pound transformation

12th Nov |

VR technology to practice heading a football may reduce later life dementia

12th Nov |

Foodbank, Universal Credit, poverty

Foodbanks face dramatic surge in demand following Universal Credit cut

28th Oct |