Author: Sahin Alom

Manchester: Andy Burnham is once again at the centre of national political attention today after the resignation of a senior Labour MP triggered a by election in Greater Manchester and renewed debate over whether the mayor could return to Westminster. The decision by Andrew Gwynne to step down as MP for Gorton and Denton has opened a rare parliamentary vacancy in one of Labour’s traditional heartlands. Almost immediately, the development prompted speculation that Andy Burnham could seek selection, potentially ending his time as Greater Manchester mayor and re entering national politics. However, senior Labour figures are understood to be divided,…

Do you find yourself searching for cheap holidays on your lunch break? Do you dream of exploring Paris on a romantic city break with your partner? Or maybe you want to relax on a beach in Spain. Travelling doesn’t need to be expensive. With direct routes expanding from Manchester Airport and airlines competing hard on price, you can make your travel dreams a reality. Why Mancunians Are Travelling More This Year Airlines have restored capacity that disappeared a few years ago, which means more seats and lower fares if you stay flexible on dates. When you compare airport options, mix…

Feeling fed up when travelling to work? Adopting a few simple changes could revolutionise how you approach the daily commute. Here’s how you can transform your journeys so they’re an easier and more enjoyable part of your day, not wasted time. Stay up to date with local transport In the summer, the government announced plans to more than double investment in local transport in England’s city regions to develop local tram and train infrastructure and launch zero-emissions buses along new optimised routes. You could soon have a choice of new or revamped public transport options for your commute, all designed…

At 1am on a Saturday, the queue outside Hidden stretches past the old Strangeways skyline. Phones stay in pockets. Nobody is rushing. They are here to disappear into bass-heavy rooms until morning. That scene captures Manchester nightclubs in 2025 music-first, unpolished, and deliberately resistant to gimmicks. While other UK cities chase bottle service and social-media gloss, Manchester’s clubbing culture remains rooted in sound systems, DJs, and collective energy. It is not louder than London or cheaper than Leeds, but it is more serious about what happens on the dancefloor. Why Manchester Nightclubs Still Matter Nationally Manchester has repeatedly ranked among…

Manchester’s beauty retail landscape shifted noticeably when Sephora arrived in the city, first opening at the Trafford Centre in May 2024 before launching a second location inside the Arndale in August 2025. For a city long dominated by Boots, Space NK and Selfridges, the global beauty giant promised something different. Exclusive brands, social media driven product launches, and an in-store experience that had previously seen shoppers queue overnight in other UK cities. After months of observing both locations, speaking with customers, and comparing how Sephora Manchester fits into the city’s established beauty ecosystem, a clearer picture has emerged. This is…

The Mark Carney speech Davos delivered at the World Economic Forum on Tuesday cut through the usual optimism of the Swiss gathering with a stark message. The international rules-based order has suffered “a rupture, not a transition”, and the consequences for the UK economy and city regions like Greater Manchester could be profound. Speaking just a day before US President Donald Trump’s scheduled Davos appearance, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney described a world in which great powers increasingly weaponise trade, tariffs and supply chains. For Britain, navigating fragile post-Brexit trade relationships, the warning landed at a sensitive moment. Why the…

Manchester families know the drill. When rain closes off parks and playgrounds, indoor activities become less of a luxury and more of a necessity. That is why trampoline park Manchester searches surge every weekend across Greater Manchester. This guide cuts through sponsored rankings and marketing hype to explain what parents, teenagers and adults actually need to know about the trampoline park Manchester scene in 2026. Which venues are genuinely worth visiting, how much they cost, how safe they are, and which ones are best avoided. Everything here is written from a local reporter’s perspective. No paid placements. No exaggeration. Just…

Manchester’s social habits are changing. While pubs, bars and late night venues still define much of the city’s culture, a quieter shift has been taking place over the past 18 months, driven by wellness, recovery and alcohol-free social rituals. At the centre of that shift is Kontrast Manchester, a sauna and ice bath venue tucked behind Angel Meadow Park in the Green Quarter. Marketed as the UK’s first sauna and ice bath café, it promises an accessible introduction to contrast therapy without the price tag or formality of luxury spas. But does it live up to the attention, or is…

For self-employed individuals in Manchester, the question of hire Accountant in Manchester often arrives sooner than anticipated. As your client base grows and your transactions increase, administrative tasks begin to compete with paid work. This shift marks a critical point. The real cost is measured in billable hours lost to reconciling payments and organising receipts. Growth itself makes a DIY approach difficult to sustain. Quick self-check: do you need help right now? Evaluate your current situation against these clear signals. Are your records consistently late? Is personal spending mixed with business expenses? Is your monthly profit unclear? Are receipts frequently…

If you have scrolled TikTok lately or walked past Lower Byrom Street, you have probably seen it. Clips of people racing electric karts through glowing digital tracks, firing virtual missiles and collecting power-ups are everywhere. Locals have started calling it Mario Kart Manchester, but despite the nickname, this is not Nintendo and it is not a game console either. What people are actually referring to is Chaos Karts, an augmented reality go-karting attraction that opened in Manchester in September 2023. As social media hype grows faster than word-of-mouth recommendations, many Greater Manchester residents are asking a fair question. Is Mario…