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Welcome to your Weekly Broadcast! We've still got lots to share with you, so grab a brew and enjoy the read. |
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Helping Hands
Have you seen the dedicated area on the intranet for advice on the cost-of-living crisis? There is plenty of guidance on the Helping Hands Campaign which is there to help Manchester residents and anyone struggling financially. Head over to the intranet for more information.
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Free financial well-being seminar with James Kelly
As part of our ongoing cost-of-living support we are offering a free webinar with James Kelly from the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) 27 October 2022 12.30-1.30pm on Microsoft Teams. James will discuss financial wellbeing and making the most of your money, sharing several helpful financial tools and resources as part of the upcoming Talk Money Week in November. Places are limited, so secure your spot while you can!
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Staff Survey coming soon
Did you know that the online all-staff survey goes live on Friday 21 October? You will find a link on the intranet on the day so keep an eye out. Surveys are a great way to provide feedback and make sure your voice is heard!
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Moving Traffic Offences consultation
We caught up with Highways last week at their public consultation event at Central Library. Warren Roper Traffic and Road Safety Manager and Tina Glover from Project Centre design consultants were on hand to support the public with a questionnaire. After a two-week camera survey on fifteen locations causing the most problems the team have selected seven initial locations for the moving traffic consultation and are asking the public if they agree. You can have your say by visiting the website until 27 October when the consultation closes.
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Free bike lessons this half term
If you are on leave for half term next week and have children wanting to learn how to cycle, then Bikeright have free cycle training in Wythenshawe Park. There's plenty of free places left so head over to the website and book.
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Grey on Green Southway Housing in partnership with Manchester Museum
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New Microsoft 365 workshop coming for Get Online Week!
There will be a new workshop for Microsoft 365 available by popular demand. This is a great way to brush up on your online skills or learn something you didn't know before. The next in person session will be on Friday 21/10/2022 THX Room 4003 10-12:00 . To make a booking please complete this booking form.
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Black History Month Calendar
Thanks to Nosa and HROD for sharing this link to a Black History Month Advent Calendar. Each day on the calendar opens up a different individual of black heritage and their contribution to social, environmental, economic and technological development as well equality and social justice.
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Listening in Action
The Listening in Action covers the Our Manchester Strategy and Our Manchester Behaviours through engaging and interactive workshops which are open to all staff. Don’t miss out on your chance to hear from our Chief Executive Joanne Roney, and Leader of the Council and Councilor Bev Craig. It is also a great opportunity to ask questions about our corporate priorities, our vision, and the future of the city. To book your place visit the Learning Hub - Power Apps.
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Dance the night away with the Christmas Retro Silent disco!
The libraries team are here to light up your life with a night of 70’s, 80’s and 90’s pop classics, with a sprinkling of festive hits throughout. Get your groove on with the open bar all night and bring your best Christmas jumpers and party gear! The doors will open from 8pm till midnight. To find out more visit the Christmas Retro Silent Disco! - Library Live page.
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Manchester Science Festival
If you are looking for something fun to do with the family, then this one is for you! Manchester Science Festival will be hosting an exciting programme of family friendly events running from 21- 30 October. It will be an opportunity to explore questions such as ‘what does the future hold for humanity’? as well as a chance for some light-hearted games. Take a look at the Festival programme to find out what's on and book your tickets now!
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Come along to the Halloween Walk in Crumpsall Park
Friends of Crumpsall park have arranged a free walk & talk led by storyteller Hannah Kate on Wednesday, 26 October 2.30 pm-3.30 pm. For more information, contact friends.crumpsallpark@outlook.com
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Barrack Street fun day coming your way!
Are you looking for something fun to get involved in this weekend? If so, look no further as Barrack Street brings you a day of exciting activities to get involved in. You will find sports games, fancy dress, bulb planting and so much more. There will be something for everyone, so let your friends and family know about it too. This free event will be held on Saturday 22nd October 12:00 – 16:00pm. Visit the Loads To Do site to find out more.
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Can you help break the Guinness world record?
For this spooky season the Paranormal Rescue Team will be putting together a FREE Halloween-Themed Mass Participation Guinness World Record Attempt to Assemble! They want to assemble the largest gathering of people dressed as ghosts. Get your best ghost costume and join in. All ages welcome and the event will be on Saturday 29 October 11am – 12:30pm. Click here to register for this free event.
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Congratulations Jenni!
Jenni McAndrew, Central Area Park Lead, is celebrating reaching the final of the prestigious APSE Awards as Apprentice of the Year. Jenni's role involves leading the Central Area Parks team from a day-to-day operational point of view and working to deliver the Council's Park Strategy. She helps her team give a voice to residents, working towards delivering shared goals, providing clean, green, and safe open spaces. We are delighted to announce that following a rigorous selection process, Jenni has been selected as a finalist in the Association of Public Service Excellence (APSE) Awards 2022 with winners announced at an Award presentation evening on 19 October. Jenni feels very lucky to be able to say with confidence that she loves her job and that she is proud to work within the parks and green spaces in Manchester. Congratulations to Jenni for this amazing achievement!
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White Ribbon Learning Lunch success
The White Ribbon Learning Lunch, delivered by Candida Wallis and Ian Halliday from Community Safety, was an opportunity for staff to learn more about the White Ribbon charity. Earlier this year Manchester City Council received accreditation from the charity whose mission is for all men to fulfil the White Ribbon Promise to never commit, excuse or remain silent about male violence against women. Visit the White Ribbon website to find out how you can raise awareness for this campaign. For further details email candida.wallis@manchester.gov.uk
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