A leading prostate cancer expert has described the decision to withdraw the right for men over 50 to request a blood test commonly used to look for signs of prostate cancer would “cost lives.” Prof Chris Booth, retired urologist and founder of the men’s health
808 State are pleased to reveal details of their one-off Manchester Homecoming show this December. Taking over New Century Hall for their third annual residency in a row, on Friday 11th December 2026, Graham Massey and co. will present ‘TIMELINES’. A triple-decker electronic spectacle, the
The British Film Designers Guild (BFDG) launches BFDG Props For the Future: Digital Design, Making & Sustainable Production Training Programme, a new industry-led initiative generously supported by Amazon MGM Studios. Designed for new entrants, trainees and juniors taking their first steps in props, the programme
Liberal Democrat Home Affairs spokesperson Max Wilkinson has welcomed Andy Burnham’s pledge to end rough sleeping in England by Christmas, but warned the Prime Minister faces a “difficult task” in achieving it. Speaking to GB News, Mr Wilkinson said that if the Prime Minister manages
Told in relentless, lyrical verse, Romeo & Hamed is urgent, feral, sexy and unafraid. This new play explores family devotion, identity, religion and belonging, asking if we have the courage to love freely in a world that often refuses it. “Highly Commended” – National Theatre
Devolution has just gained a scoreboard. With No 10 North open in Manchester and Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s plan to let England’s mayors keep a share of the income tax raised in their own regions, mayors and local leaders across the UK are being handed
Parents from across the UK will come together this September for the only conference dedicated to helping families navigate every stage of the football journey. Following the success of its inaugural Parent Conference in Croydon in 2025, No1Fan.club is heading north to Hotel Football, Manchester,
A community café in Reddish is helping people build friendships, access support and feel more connected, showing how Live Well is taking shape in everyday places across Stockport. Having someone to talk to, somewhere to belong and knowing where to turn for support can make
Award-winning, platinum-selling duo Hue And Cry are set to perform at Manchester’s Bridgewater Hall on Friday 9 October, where they will co-headline an evening with British soul artist Roachford. Following the release of their acclaimed 16th studio album, Everybody, and a run of intimate electro-acoustic
Manchester’s Caribbean Carnival passed without any significant incidents this weekend – though officers were on hand to take action whenever necessary. The two-day festivities saw tens of thousands of people enjoying the hot weather – taking in the Saturday parade, live performances, and other engaging