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“Complete lack of empathy”: Salford arts workers speak on Rishi Sunak’s job remarks

“Complete lack of empathy”: Salford arts workers speak on Rishi Sunak’s job remarks

Salford based arts workers have weighed in on Sunak’s suggestion that arts workers find new jobs. Rishi Sunak has said: […]

The Bard of Salford himself Dr. John Cooper Clarke.
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‘I Wanna Be Yours’ national tour announced for ‘Bard of Salford’ John Cooper Clarke

John’s new show is scheduled to start in May next year and will showcase his poetry, stories and eccentric humour and will commence in Manchester.

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“The arts sector is always portrayed as a ‘glorified hobby'”: Salford dancers outrage at government ad

Salford arts workers are furious at a government advert which encourages artistic performers to retrain for careers in different sectors. […]

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Belle Noir bandmate reflects on auditions as The Voice returns to Salford

Will.i.am, Sir Tom Jones and Olly Murs will all be joined by new coach Anne-Marie for the blind auditions that will be filmed in the Dock 10 studios.

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Theatre on the Quays: ‘Circuit’ outdoor dance heads to The Lowry this weekend

Circuit is a visual exploration into black excellence, human connection and astronomy taking place at The Lowry. Circuit heads to The […]

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“A chat can change your life” Mind Salford volunteer creates mental health masks

Belinda Aaron, a Salford CVS volunteer, has created and designed face masks to encourage people to be more open about […]

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“You’re doing God’s work” Salford brewery ShinDigger wins food & drink festival award

A Salford Brewery has won an award at the Manchester Food and Drink Festival. ShinDigger Brewing Co. based at Springfield […]

'Box on the Docks' at MediaCityUK prepares for Christmas comeback

‘Box on the Docks’ at MediaCityUK prepares for Christmas comeback

 ‘Box on the Docks’ at MediaCityUK is preparing for its return in ‘Box on the Docks at Christmas’.  This summer, […]

Emma Evans at a previous Art battle. Copyright Photographer Richard Crisps.

Salford artist goes into battle for World Mental Health Day

The second virtual Manchester Art Battle will take place this weekend in aid of World Mental Health Day to raise money for Mind Charity.