A decision on appointing Midlands Events Bury Ltd (MEB) as the operator of the new food, drink and events hall under construction at Bury Market, will be taken by councillors at Bury Council’s Cabinet meeting on 11 February. If approved, MEB will manage the venue ahead of its completion in summer 2026 and planned opening during the autumn.
Casewells will include 12 food and retail units, a cent
Council leaders are preparing to set next year’s budget against a backdrop of ever-increasing demand for services and rising costs.
Outline plans for around 6,000 new homes, alongside major transport improvements including three new roads, a Metrolink stop, enhanced public transport and new walking and cycle routes, will be presented to Bury Council’s Cabinet on 11 February 2026.
As Greater Manchester Hate Crime Awareness Week (2–8 February) begins, Bury schools are helping to lead the way by taking a stand against hate crime.
Peel Brow Primary School in Ramsbottom has recently transformed its support for children with special educational needs with a new SEND Unit, The Hive, which is proving to be a great success.
Three Bury residents have been awarded Freedom of the Borough in recognition of their long public service.
Prestwich Library is preparing to temporarily relocate from the Longfield Centre to the Phoenix Centre at St Mary’s Park as the next phase of the ambitious Prestwich Village regeneration programme moves forward.
