Local and Mayoral Elections
The local and Greater Manchester Mayoral elections take place on Thursday 6 May.
Welcome Back!
We’re so glad to finally say that Manchester is back in business. Last week saw the hospitality and retail sectors open their doors for the first time in months following the easing of lockdown restrictions.
If you would like more information on Manchester’s big welcome back you can sign up to email updates by clicking here.
Marking a safe Ramadan
Ramadan is under way for thousands of Muslims living in Manchester.
It is important to remember that during the month of Ramadan people can still receive their COVID jab, or take a COVID test without invalidating the fast.
The Imam at the British Muslim Heritage Centre, Ustadh Nasar Ishfaq, has spoken about getting vaccinated during Ramadan.
Indoor leisure reopens for residents
The wait is finally open as gyms and indoor leisure facilities have reopened following months of closure.
MCR Active is working across the city to make sure that everyone can enjoy exercise as safely as possible.
Test and Trace support payments
Do you need to take time off work for a child who is self-isolating due to a positive COVID-19 test?
Parents and guardians can now claim a Test & Trace Support Payment under these circumstances.
Visit our website for more information about the scheme and to check eligibility.
Still time to take part in Census 2021
Every Manchester household has been asked to be part of Census 2021, but the deadline is looming.
This once-in-a-decade survey helps everyone – from central government to councils and health authorities - plan and fund public services.
Free rapid Covid testing for children
Pupils in Manchester are able to get free rapid tests for COVID-19 twice a week to make sure they can stay as safe as possible during term time.
Up to 1 in 3 people with the virus have no symptoms, so if we don’t test regularly we could be spreading the virus without knowing.
Find out more here about how you can arrange to get you and your family tested.
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