RT @RLong_Bailey: As Chair of the Key Cities APPG, I recently led a discussion on their latest report, 'Social Care: Views From the Front L…

Key Cities were back in Parliament this Monday for an All-Party Parliamentary Group meeting chaired by @RLong_Bailey to discuss Key Cities' latest report: 'Social Care: Views From the Front Line'. To read the full report follow this link:

Rebuilding Old Trafford stadium could be a catalyst for regeneration says Salford town hall bosses. Proposals pumping millions into the 'Western Gateway' could create thousands of jobs and a much needed £6.4m cash injection for the area. @SalfordCouncil

Responding to the Government's commitment to stabalising the care sector, Key Cities will launch its social care response document today in the houses of parliament. To read the full recommendations and learn more about Key Cities, follow this link:

@UniofBradford launched its ''Different is what we do'' campaign this week highlighting its position as a social mobility leader and contributions to the local economy. The Uni's role in shaping 2025's city of culture is now clearer than ever.

2025 is well underway, and significant progress has been made on the key priorities in our Key Cities’ #Manifesto, with over 70% of asks having either been delivered or are currently in progress. Read our full Manifesto here:

13m people made trips to the @bcpcouncil towns this festive period. Cllr Rich Herrett, said the figures show the importance of major events in towns which help bring more trade to businesses and boost the local economy.

@portsmouthtoday has committed £250k to support the South East Regional Care Cooperative (RCC) to deliver 40 new care beds in the region. This is expected to reduce costs while improving outcomes for young people.

This month, Minera Studios, TV & film, launched in Wrexham. One co-founder told @leaderlive: "we want to turn Wrexham and north east Wales into a proper creative hub, tapping into local talent and nurturing actors and crew from the area". @wrexhamcbc

Line-up for 'School Aid' annual music festival raising money for schools in Lancaster and Morecambe has been announced. Last year, £8040 was raised and divided between 6 local schools. @LancasterCC

@NorwichCC has bought Anglia Square Shopping Centre to transform city centre into 1,100 new homes. Cllr Mike Stonard said: "we are now in the driving seat to create a new neighbourhood and well-paid jobs for local people".

Ardman animations has created the largest Wallace and Gromit model, for newly re-opened Bradford National Science and Media Museum. Museum director Jo Quinton-Tulloch said, "the venue will shine a spotlight on creativity in Bradford". @bradfordmdc

National survey shows 70% of participants in @CumberlandCoun area were satisfied with the social care they received, versus 66% in the Northwest. The @DHSCgovuk said: "we are giving local authorities an additional £3.5bn in 2025-26 to support the sector".

@bathnes have announced a £967k Household Support Fund granted by the @DWPgovuk to help residents in need with living costs. Cllr Mark Elliot said: "We are committed to ensuring out most vulnerable residents get the support they need."

@WolvesCouncil is offering logistical help and volunteers for Compton Care's Christmas Treecycling scheme, to fundraise for palliative care. Cllr Bhupinder Gakhal said: ''Your donations will help us care for local people''. #Wolverhampton #KeyCities

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The government's Devolution White Paper, published yesterday, sets out its plans for the largest transfer of power out of Westminster in this century. See @JohnDMerry's reaction to the White Paper on @guardian. #KeyCities

A £19 million scheme which will transform #Wolverhampton city centre has taken a significant step forward. The improvements will enhance the area for pedestrians and cyclists, and encourage investment. #KeyCities @WolvesCouncil @WulfrunianChris

Plans to tackle climate change and other environmental issues in #Coventry have been given the green light, after the approval of a six-year strategy. @coventrycc will prepare 150 projects to help the city reach its #NetZero goals by 2050. #KeyCities

A new public square and green spaces at Goods Yard with flexible live music space & pop-up markets in #StokeOnTrent is expected to complete in spring 2025, bringing additional economic benefits to the city says local council. #KeyCities @SoTCityCouncil