Demolition work has now begun on the site of the much-anticipated St Michael’s development in Manchester city centre.
Construction company Bowmer + Kirkland (B+K) has confirmed that work has now begun on phase one of the huge £200 million St Michael’s development – which is the vision of the former footballer Gary Neville and his company Relentless Developments – starting with the demolition of the former Bootle Street police station on the current site.
When complete, the new city centre destination will be made up of a nine-storey office building, a 191-bedroom skyscraper hotel, apartments, and restaurants – with the star of the show being the rooftop bar which will have space for 900 guests, and views across Manchester.
The first phase of the development is set to provide around 1,800 jobs, and bring £120 million of investment into the city.
It is expected to complete and be ready for occupation in 2024.
St Michael’s is the vision of the former footballer Gary Neville and his company Relentless Developments / Credit: St Michael’sThe first phase of the development is set to provide around 1,800 jobs / Credit: St Michael’s
St Michael’s is the first real estate investment in Manchester from leading global investment firm KKR, which formed a joint venture with Relentless Developments last year to deliver this impressive project.
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Gary Neville and the Relentless Developments team were on-site as work began last week, alongside contractors B+K to “celebrate the major milestone”.
Speaking on the start of demolition work, Gary Neville: “The team has worked incredibly hard over a number of years to bring this project forward and this is a momentous day for all involved [so] we are really pleased to be working with B+K to deliver this transformational scheme that mirrors the ambitions of Manchester as a city.”
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A view of what the St Michael’s development in Manchester city centre will look like once complete / Credit: St Michael’s
“We are delighted to have been chosen by Relentless Developments to build the first phase of this high profile development in the heart of Manchester,” added Paul Sykes, Regional Director at Bowmer + Kirkland NW.
“Today is a major milestone and an important step on the road to increased jobs and investment in our city.”
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Manchester United legend Denis Law has died aged 84
Emily Sergeant
Manchester United legend Denis Law has sadly died aged 84, it has been announced.
The Aberdeen-born footballer was a prolific striker throughout his career, scoring 237 goals in 404 appearances for Manchester United – the club he signed for a then-British record transfer fee back 1962, before departing in 1973 – and also playing for Manchester City too for two separate spells during the 1960-61 and 1973-74 seasons.
Law was an integral part of United’s triumphant record-setting 1968 European Cup winning campaign, was the only Scottish player to have won the Ballon d’Or award, in 1964, and also the only man to have two statues dedicated to him at Old Trafford.
But, he previously announced in August 2021 that he had sadly been diagnosed with dementia.
The whole of Manchester, including everyone at City, is mourning with you. Rest in peace, Denis. Our thoughts are with Denis’ family and friends at this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/YuwjMXKgxn
A formal statement confirming Law’s passing by his family was announced by Manchester United this evening: “It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace.
“We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care, past and much more recently.
“The ultimate goal-scorer, his flair, spirit and love for the game made him the hero of a generation. Our deepest condolences go out to Denis’s family and many friends. His memory will live on forever more.”
Advice issued as ‘quademic’ of winter bugs continues to take hold in Greater Manchester
Daisy Jackson
People in Greater Manchester are being urged to get any vaccinations they are due done, as a ‘quademic’ of winter bugs runs rife.
Cases of flu, Covid, norovirus and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) are continuing to take hold across the country, and here in Greater Manchester.
The city is seeing more flu cases and hospital admissions than usual for this time of year.
So now health chiefs are urgently reminding eligible people to get their flu jabs and other vaccinations, to protect themselves and others.
Mancs are also being reminded to follow key public health advice, such as frequent hand washing and staying at home when you’re ill.
The flu vaccination drive runs until the end of March and people who are eligible for it can get it from their GP, pharmacy or one of the city’s walk-in clinics, where no appointment is needed.
Dr Cordelle Ofori, Manchester’s Director of Public Health, said: “Our advice is very similar to recommendations made during the Covid pandemic.
“It’s really important to keep washing hands well and regularly; cough or sneeze into tissues or your arm; wipe down key communal surfaces like handles on doors; and where possible, stay at home if you are ill to avoid passing on any infections.
“And, in addition to this we would urge anyone who is also feeling financial or food pressures to ring our free cost of living advice line on 0800 023 2692 or text on 07860 022876.”
Councillor Thomas Robinson, Executive Member for Healthy Manchester and Social Care, at Manchester City Council, said: “Manchester people are well-known for how they look after one another – and passing the flu message on could save lives, as well as unnecessary illness at a time when people face many pressures.
“We want to make it as easy as possible for people to have their vaccination, so please do go to our walk-in clinics if you are 18 and over and eligible for the vaccine. No appointment is needed: it’s quick, easy and done by teams who want to help you.”
Emily Sergeant -
11th March 2022 
