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May 2023 Newsletter
Welcome to the latest GMCA newsletter. We are bringing you the latest news and updates from Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS), and the Mayor of Greater Manchester.
We always appreciate feedback, so if you have any suggestions about what you'd like to see in this newsletter, please email the GMCA News Team.
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Have your say:
- Do you rent a home from the private sector in Greater Manchester? Take part in this survey to help GMCA and the 10 local authorities develop policies to improve standards in the private rented sector (closes 30 June 2023)
- If you’ve come into contact with GMFRS's service recently please take the time to complete one of our short feedback surveys (ongoing)
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New plans for equal pathways to technical education and university for school leavers
The Mayor of Greater Manchester has outlined new ambitious plans to create two equal pathways for young people when they make their GCSE choices – one academic and one focussed on technical careers.
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New £14m Multiply Scheme launches to boost adults' numeracy skills
The scheme focuses on relevant numeracy skills that residents want and need to know to help them get on in life and achieve their goals.
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Supporting the future of Greater Manchester's workforce
A number of innovative training schemes are helping thousands of people to progress their careers and support the city-region's growing workforce.
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A message from the Mayor
The Mayor has reflected on the last six years since being first elected, and outlines plans for the future following Greater Manchester's trailblazer devolution deal.
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Mayor's Question Time
You're invited to join the next Question Time at Dukinfield Town Hall in Tameside on Thursday 29 June at 7pm. Stay tuned on the Mayor's social media channels for further updates.
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Great Manchester VRU shares new figures on knife crime
Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) have shared new figures that show significant reductions in hospital admissions due to assault by a sharp object, and knife enabled homicides.
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Men and boys are called to help tackle gender-based violence
A three-part video series have been launched as part of the latest phase of the #IsThisOK? campaign which aims to address the unacceptable behaviour faced by women and girls in the city-region.
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Greater Manchester sets next chapter towards being a world-leading digital city region
The Greater Manchester Digital Blueprint 2023-26 has been developed in collaboration with stakeholders from across Greater Manchester’s digital sector and shares strategic commitments to put our people, our environment, and our place firmly at the heart of our plans.
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Cook Safe campaign shares top tips to prevent home fires
The campaign urges residents to be aware of the dangers of cooking-related fires and take simple steps to keep safe in the kitchen.
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GMFRS urges caution as electric bike battery fire destroys flat
A flat was significantly damaged by fire in a high-rise building in Salford due to a faulty Lithium-Ion battery pack on an electric bike.
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GMFRS hosts road safety partnership event
The event was joined by Active Travel Commissioner Dame Sarah Storey, Transport for Greater Manchester and Greater Manchester Police at Bury Training and Safety Centre to discuss how to make our city-region’s roads safer.
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Greater Manchester firefighters help train Cape Verde crews
Our firefighters have recently led a training course for firefighters in São Nicolau to equip them with new life-saving skills and help them get to grips with equipment donated by GMFRS.
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New VR equipment brings home reality of dangerous driving
The Deputy Mayor joined crews at Farnworth Fire Station open day to launch the new virtual reality (VR) kits offering an immersive experience for learning and experiencing the dangers of unsafe driving.
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Have you ever wondered what happen to the items you recycle at home?
Recycle for Greater Manchester has launched the In The Loop campaign to encourage residents to be part of the circular economy.
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Latest Greater Manchester Resident Survey is live
The survey has revealed the impact of the cost of living, wellbeing, digital inclusion on residents, as well as their satisfaction with their community.
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Applications for the Disabled People's Panel
The panel is now recruiting new member organisations - apply today to help ensure disabled people's views are better represented in all aspects of running and planning for the future of the city-region.
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Save the date: Action Network conference
The event, taking place on Thursday 15 June, will bring together the existing mission-based networks, partnerships and taskforce groups across the city-region for the first time. Register for the event!
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