Category: Greater Manchester

Bolton Council is consulting on its proposed Local Plan to 2042. Explore the housing, employment and Green Belt proposals, and how to comment before 26 November 2026.

Manchester Airport expects more than one million October half-term passengers. Its 23 October 2026 release gives travel advice, while Manchester’s school calendar provides separate local context.

Manchester Airport says Terminal 3’s departure lounge will expand by over one third, with completion planned for 2028. Here is what is proposed, what has already opened and which details remain outstanding.

Norwegian plans twice-weekly Manchester–Billund flights from 1 April 2027, with Manchester Airport naming Terminal 2 and an approximate 95-minute flight time.

The University of Salford and The Sixth Form Bolton signed an agreement on 14 October 2026, with mentoring, industry projects and progression support among the planned activities.

Manchester Airport’s jobs fair is scheduled for 4 November 2026 at Wythenshawe Forum, with around 300 vacancies announced. Entry is free, but booking is essential.

The University of Salford says its wildlife documentary students are set to feature on One Tribe TV’s new YouTube showcase, alongside filmmakers from UWE Bristol and the National Film and Television School.

The University of Salford reports tutoring support for more than 400 pupils across 19 schools. Its latest attainment figures cannot be treated as a directly comparable update to Tutor Trust’s 2024/25 findings.

TfGM reported more than 500 electric buses operating on 16 October 2026. Oldham and Hyde Road depots have been electrified, while full fleet conversion remains a 2030 target.

Manchester’s October update sets out ward-level affordable housing delivery and proposals. Its pipeline includes completed homes, construction and plans—not just homes already built.