As Tom Stannard begins his new role as Manchester City Council Chief Executive today (February 3) he said he is “highly ambitious” for the region and its citizens. He is only the third Chief ...

The independent review, ordered after a union accused Manchester City Council of institutional racism, found BAME staff "shared a disappointment" in the "lack of progress on race equality".

Manchester council says Mr Stannard joins at a 'pivotal moment' for the city which 'prides itself' on stability and long-term strategic planning. Speaking ahead of his first day in the job ...