Labour Propose to Axe School Crossing Patrols in Trafford Friday, 13 December, 2024 Labour's proposal to cut funding for school crossing patrols in Trafford has sparked concerns among local communities, with residents warning that these vital services could be phased out, potentially replacing them with Pelican or Toucan Crossings. This plan, aimed at saving £100,000, has led to heated debates about the safety of children and the effectiveness of alternative measures. The... Local News
Local MP Sir Graham Brady joins Parliamentary Disability group. 12th December 2020 Richard suffered a significant life changing spinal injury 15 years ago, and from his wheelchair takes an active interest in supporting others similarly... Local News
Local hospital Trusts to receive a total of £9,096,000 to upgrade and refurbish local hospitals 10th December 2020 Government providing allocations of £600 million to upgrade and refurbish hospitals Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and Greater Manchester Mental... Local News
With thousands of new homes planned, where will our children go to school? 4th December 2020 With a planning application to build 48 townhouses and 38 apartments on the site of the former Sale Magistrates Court off Ashton Road in Sale, Trafford... Local News
Trafford Conservatives question the need to keep leisure centres closed 27th November 2020 The decision to keep Trafford’s leisure centres closed until 4th of January 2021 has been questioned by Trafford Conservatives. The decision is based on saving... Local News
Cllr. Patrick Myers: Spending Review shows Conservatives commitment to fight coronavirus, deliver on its promises and invest in our recovery 25th November 2020 Spending Review commits to billions of pounds to help tackle coronavirus next year, including £18 billion to fund our programmes on community testing, test and... Local News
Lack of council scrutiny over plans to build on Trafford’s green belt 20th November 2020 On 2nd of November 2020, Trafford Council’s Labour-led Executive took the decision to approve the Greater Manchester Spatial Framework (GMSF) and approve the... Local News
Parents asked to look out for consultation on end to free travel to school 18th November 2020 Trafford Council has commenced a consultation over changes it is proposing regarding free travel for some students. Currently, the council provides travel... Local News
£588,244 announced to further support vulnerable children and families in Trafford this Winter 10th November 2020 Trafford Council to receive £588,244 from government for food and supplies for vulnerable households as part of £170 million package Extension of school holiday... Local News
Residents warned not to be fooled by Trafford Labour’s Green Belt double speaking 30th October 2020 With the latest version of the Greater Manchester Spatial Framework (GMSF) set to be discussed by Trafford Council’s Executive meeting, local Conservatives are... Local News
Support packages for businesses affected by Coronavirus 24th March 2020 The Chancellor has announced a number of temporary, timely and targeted measures to support businesses in this time of national need. National News
Stay at Home, Protect the NHS, Save Lives 23rd March 2020 Boris Johnson's speech to the nation to send us into lockdown: getting everyone to stay at home to protect the NHS to save lives. National News
How we’re helping people affected by Coronavirus 20th March 2020 We’re providing a coordinated, comprehensive response to coronavirus so every person in this country has the support they need in the coming months. National News
How we are supporting small businesses during COVID-19 19th March 2020 We’re providing a £330 billion package of loans and guarantees to keep businesses afloat in critical times. National News
This Government’s response to coronavirus so far 16th March 2020 Coronavirus is the worst public health crisis for a generation. Here is how this Government is tackling it. National News
How our 2020 Budget delivers for Small Businesses 13th March 2020 This Budget delivers on our promises to support British businesses, fulfils promises made in our manifesto, and gets things done. National News
