Bury Council

Many Hands Parade comes to Bury

14 March 2024 10:45

A vibrant parade celebrating the power of communication is coming to Bury – and you’re all invited to take part!

Tribute to beloved armed forces campaigner ‘Colonel Eric’

14 March 2024 08:58

A street in Hawkshaw is to be renamed in honour of renowned armed forces campaigner Colonel Eric Davidson.

Bury Council visits new Green Street development in Radcliffe

13 March 2024 09:48

Councillor Gareth Staples-Jones, Deputy Cabinet Member for Strategic Growth, joined Great Places Housing Group to view progress on its £17 million affordable housing development at Green Street in Radcliffe.

Bury’s kids receive fast track to jobs in the built environment

8 March 2024 16:47

Bury’s talented children have been plotting out a career working in the built environment. Seven young people, who have experienced being in care or looked after, were treated to a careers development seminar by the council’s Joint Venture Partner Muse Places.

New homes for over-55s on brownfield site

8 March 2024 15:58

Plans to create much-needed accommodation for people aged over 55 are set to be approved by the council.

Take part in the Knife Angel Legacy Project

8 March 2024 14:38

Residents are being invited to share their thoughts and stories evoked by the Knife Angel statue which has recently been installed in Bury town centre.

Support for learners to improve their job prospects

8 March 2024 08:05

Bury Adult Learning has a Learner Support Fund which helps learners on qualification courses experiencing financial hardship to stay in education. The fund can be used to help with course costs, exam fees, childcare costs and travel costs.

Two new exhibitions at Bury Art Museum & Sculpture Centre

7 March 2024 16:58

Two new exhibitions will open on Saturday (9 March) at Bury Art Museum and Sculpture Centre.

Important information for the upcoming elections

6 March 2024 15:16

All borough residents are about to receive important information about the elections taking place later this year.

Council to release £450k for new 3G pitch at Gigg Lane

6 March 2024 10:01

A new all-weather pitch at Bury FC’s Gigg Lane ground is one step nearer under plans being considered by Bury Council.

Inspiring inclusion on International Women’s Day

6 March 2024 09:18

International Women's Day (8 March) is being celebrated this year with a range of local events.

Statement about Nelson Street Explosion: Friday 1st March

1 March 2024 16:50

Thank you to all the emergency and other services who responded so quicky to the explosion and who continue to support our local communities.
Our thoughts also continue to be with the woman who was injured, her family and the local community.
As the demolition continues so will our support for residents, liaising with them, updating on progress and signposting to services. The information po

Bury to play host to iconic Knife Angel sculpture

1 March 2024 15:35

The National Monument Against Violence and Aggression, Knife Angel, made from more than 100,000 seized knives, is visiting Bury this March.

Radcliffe parents choose new local High School

1 March 2024 09:08

The new Radcliffe High School Star Radcliffe Academy – which will open in September – has received over 160 applications from Bury residents.

Secondary School Placements 2024

1 March 2024 08:59

From 2,359 applicants, 1,965 pupils will be heading to their first-choice school in September.

Updated Statement about emergency on Nelson Street

29 February 2024 14:20

Thank you to all the emergency and other services who responded so quickly to the explosion yesterday. Our thoughts are with the injured resident and her family.

Statement about emergency on Nelson Street

28 February 2024 16:16

A council spokesperson said: “We continue to work with emergency services and are supporting those who are not able to return to their homes at this time. “If you are affected or are worried about someone who could be, please ring our emergency number on 0161 253 6606"