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“It’s vital that we all listen to the voices of people who have too often been marginalised” – Salford organisations attend Challenge Poverty Week

Several Salford poverty action groups have come together for ‘Challenge Poverty Week’, to discuss issues surrounding poverty in Salford. Local […]

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“It’s about stopping and thinking” – Safety Net installation draws attention to Salford construction workers’ mental health

A local textile artist has designed a display to highlight construction workers’ mental health in Salford.

Image credit: Tia Shelley

“People work endlessly to put food on the table…it isn’t always enough”: The Salford wrestling team fighting food poverty

Pinfall Wrestling in Salford will be raising donations for Greater Manchester food banks in their upcoming charity event. Food Fight […]

Wellbeing Walks at RHS Bridgewater.
Credit: Salford Community Leisure

“There was actually people crying on the first walk because they were so relieved.” – Wellbeing Walks begin at RHS Bridgewater

Community bosses say walks that provided a lifeline for people in Salford during lockdown will now benefit from a new […]

National Face Your Fears Day, photo taken by Charlotte Atherton

“What is the point in having fear?” – Salford residents discuss overcoming their fears on National Face Your Fear Day

Salford residents have been discussing their fears and reminiscing on what they have overcome on National Face Your Fear Day. […]

Buile Hill park.
photo taken by me: Jonna Rogers

“I wanted it to be for all the family” – Salford families march for World Mental Health Day

Families gathered in Salford’s Buile Hill Park to join a walk to promote mental health.  Visit From The Stork CIC, […]

“The whole system is broken”: Salford Soul Sisters on lack of police rape units

“The whole system is broken”: Salford Soul Sisters on lack of police rape units

A Salford charity says the criminal justice system that deals with sexual violence towards women needs a complete overhaul. Nicola […]

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“I am spending a lot more than I used to” – Salford residents react to rising food prices

Salford residents have noticed an increase in their weekly shopping bill due to rising food prices. The boss of Kraft […]