Salford City Radio

Michael James Felse the Reform UK candidate has been elected as a councillor in Salford, marking the party’s first seat in the city. The newly elected member said the result reflected a demand for change among local voters.

Voters in Barton and Winton are going to the polls today to elect a new city councillor. The by election follows the death of long serving councillor David Lancaster MBE earlier this year.

Firefighters across Greater Manchester are now being equipped with body worn cameras following recommendations from the Manchester Arena Inquiry. The rollout aims to improve decision making, safety and transparency during incidents.

A by-election for has been called on Wednesday 22 April 2026, to elect a new City Councillor for the Barton and Winton Ward.

Hundreds of people turned out despite wet weather to watch a charity duck race at Salford Quays on Good Friday. The annual event saw yellow rubber ducks released into the water to raise funds for children’s healthcare.

A Salford businessman has been jailed after admitting fraud offences linked to Covid support loans worth £150,000 pounds.