Greater Manchester Revives High Streets | Manchester News

Greater Manchester is pouring $20 million into a bold new fund to breathe life back into its struggling high streets, empowering local businesses and community groups to transform town centers into vibrant, shopper-friendly hubs. With the mayor calling out non-essential shops like vape stores for dominating spaces without adding value, the initiative aims to boost independent retailers while curbing less desirable storefronts. A new taskforce will guide spending, with Middleton serving as a pilot town—already eyeing development and community needs like returning banks and filling vacant buildings. The goal? Turn high streets into thriving, attractive destinations where people want to live, shop, and linger. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/afa9a64ef738e723