Salford billionaire and co-founder of BetFred, Fred Done, says a potential new gambling tax increase proposed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves could cost up to 7500 jobs in his company and could see the closure of every one of their UK shops. Last month, the Chancellor indicated that she is considering raising levies on gambling companies, […]
New data has revealed the UK’s care workforce is in crisis, facing rising rates of staffing issues and hiring freezes throughout the sector. For young carers throughout the UK, the situation is equally as dire. More than half of young carers can’t get a regualar break from caring, with many left without support, according to […]
A Manchester student has called for a new safety scheme for people who feel unsafe on nights out. A report on Manchester bars by Tyla found that staff were inconsistent with successfully helping people using the widely known “Ask for Angela” initiative. The scheme launched almost ten years ago, allowing people who feel they’re in […]
With the Conservative Party desperately trying to revive their fortunes during Conference week in Manchester, ReformUK have announced the defection of a slew of local Tory councillors – with 20 members from across England crossing the floor. Among them is Cllr Jack Rydeheard who represents the Elton ward in Bury. Up until this morning he […]
@ CHRISTIE’S IMAGES LTD. 2025 Rare LS Lowry paintings are predicted to auction for a fortune in London later this month. The Cotswold painting, Bourton-on-the-water is a rare and unique work of Lowry’s, from a period of time that the Lowry gallery in Salford currently do not possess. It is valued between £400,000 and £600,000. […]
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As the academic term progresses, making student wellbeing a priority is an important element of guaranteeing success at university. Student wellbeing, and incorporating it into a regular routine can vary from student to student. Creating a routine that is relaxing, and works easily around academic responsibilities can be a staple aspect of student wellbeing, and […]
October marks ADHD Awareness Month, the annual event to bring attention to and break stigma around ADHD. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects millions of people across the UK, and yet it is still surrounded with misconceptions on what it really is. ADHD in Greater Manchester Laura Hansom is the director of Colourful Minds, an […]
As it hits the colder months of the year, in universities across the UK, illnesses are rife. Or what students like to call it: “freshers flu”. The mystery of what freshers flu actually is has gone around for years. Drinking most days, partying, eating takeaways, can all be an effect on your health during university, […]