One of Manchester’s most iconic entertainment venues has been given the green light for a £22 million investment.
The funds will go towards what is being described as “a transformational refurbishment”.
After having secured the investment, approved as part of the venue’s trajectory towards international recognition as a “pioneering, round-the-clock entertainment destination”, it’s been confirmed that Printworks is set to begin its anticipated refurbishment this month.
On top of that, investors have revealed that a new 20-year commitment has also been finalised to continue the schemes ongoing partnership with Vue – which operates 23 screens at Printworks, including Europe’s second largest IMAX.
The cinema is also set to undergo a multi-million-pound flagship refurbishment alongside the rest of the work to the venue.
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These extensive works mark the first major investment since 1999.
Given that the concept of ‘gamification’ is at the forefront of Printworks vision for the refurbishment, the planned works crucially include the installation of a 900m2 digital ceiling – said to be Europe’s largest – which is a “dynamic platform for immersive audio-visual performances”.
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Printworks will remain fully open and trading throughout the refurbishment, with the works said to be structured to “ensure minimum disruption”.
A 900m2 digital ceiling will be installed, which is a “dynamic platform for immersive audio-visual performances” / Credit: DTZ Investors
Speaking on the plans for the refurbishment, a spokesperson for DTZ Investors said: “Printworks has shown resilience through the pandemic and refurbishing this iconic venue remains part of our vision.
“The leisure sector continues to transition as people seek the ultimate experience with technology redefining both expectations and possibilities [and] visitors will soon benefit from just that, with a fully immersive and interactive environment on a scale not previously seen in the UK, making it an ideal location for existing and future venues.
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“Printworks has an exciting venue-mix from day-time family entertainment to the evening and late-night offer and we are delighted that Vue cinema has recently signed a new 20-year commitment to the scheme.
“This, alongside our extensive refurbishment, point toward Printworks remaining a prime destination leisure venue for years to come.”
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Chester Zoo is hiring a new keeper to look after its ‘birds and bees’
Emily Sergeant
Chester Zoo is currently hiring someone to look after its ‘birds and bees’, and you can get your applications in the for role now.
If you’re after a career change in 2026, then surely it doesn’t get much better than this?
The UK’s biggest charity zoo currently has a vacancy open for a Keeper to join the Invertebrates team, and for the right candidate, this offers a fantastic opportunity to work as part of the wider Ectotherms department – with a focus on native species conservation.
Chester Zoo is responsible for one of Europe’s largest and most-diverse animal communities, and this is your chance to be a part of what makes it so special.
For this full-time role, the zoo is looking for an ‘enthusiastic, dynamic, and motivated’ individual to provide extensive knowledge and proven expertise in caring for and managing all the native invertebrate species that live there.
The ideal candidate for this job will have a HND or degree level qualification in a zoological related science or equivalent experience, and have ‘outstanding’ observational skills and attention to detail, as well as be committed to ensuring the highest possible standards of animal health and welfare are met.
The role of ‘Keeper – Invertebrates’ is 40 hours per week on a 12-month Fixed Term basis, with the working week being 10 days out of 14, including weekends and bank holidays as rostered, and the salary being £25,500 per annum.
Working at Chester Zoo comes with an ‘excellent benefits package’ and loads of perks too, including a generous pension scheme, 33 days paid holidays per year, a healthcare plan, pension scheme, a staff pass so you can visit the zoo for free, and complimentary tickets for friends and family.
Think you’re fit for the job? The closing date for applications is 22 November 2026, and you can find out more and apply for the role here.
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Appeal for information after serious bus-cyclist collision on Deansgate
Daisy Jackson
Police have launched an appeal for information following a serious road traffic collision on Deansgate, which has left a cyclist in critical condition.
Yesterday afternoon reports were made of a crash between a cyclist and a bus on the busy street in Manchester city centre.
The cyclist, who is a man in his 80s, has suffered life-threatening injuries in the crash, and remains in hospital in critical condition.
The crash took place on the junction of Bridge Street and Deansgate at around 12.30pm on Monday 2 November.
A large cordon was in place and Deansgate closed for several hours yesterday.
Police officers are now appealing for any witnesses who may have seen the moments leading up to this incident, or may have mobile phone or dashcam footage, to come forward.
No arrests have been made.
Anyone with information can contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting the log number 1510 of 02.11.26. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Emily Sergeant -
15th February 2022 
