cost of living crisis

22nd July 2026

Andy Burnham extends Greater Manchester’s £2 bus fare cap across England

Name a better love story than Andy Burnham and buses... we'll wait....

22nd May 2026

Grounded MCR – the Levenshulme community cafe crafting coffee and comfort food for a great cause

A real local gem....

8th May 2026

‘We were so lucky to have it’ – Has Manchester’s hospo scene reached a dangerous tipping point?

They need our help now maybe more than ever....

30th April 2026

Sacha Lord set to back local hospitality again with money behind the bar of Manchester pub

The pints will be free-flowing....

24th March 2026

Price caps and standardisations to be introduced for vet care in UK following major investigation

Caring for your pets could soon get cheaper....

26th November 2025

A Greater Manchester campaigner is calling on the government to get rid of VAT on energy bills

It could make such a difference to so many....

5th November 2025

You can get 25% off your bill when eating out at this well-known Italian restaurant with a secret code

Say no more (well, apart from the phrase...)...

21st October 2025

University fees set to increase in line with inflation but Government promises ‘better outcomes’ for students

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13th August 2025

The Spirit of Manchester confirms bar closure as Manc hospitality takes another hit

The industry needs help - and fast......