Police are appealing for the public's help to find a mother and son missing from Salford. Gemma Howarth (39yrs) and Connor Eastwood (8yrs), they have not been seen since the end of June 17 and were reported missing on 29/09/2017.

Gemma and Connor have links to the Blackpool area.

Anyone with any information about Gemma and Connor's whereabouts is asked to contact police on 101 quoting the missing person reference number MP/17/0110049.

To coincide with this week’s World Mental Health Day [Tuesday 10 October] the Salford Suicide Prevention Partnership has launched a new suicide prevention strategy and action plan.

Part of the work involves raising awareness among people and groups who come into contact with those who could be vulnerable and making sure they know what to say and do if they fear someone is having suicidal thoughts. These include people in the community such as hairdressers and barbers, pub landlords, veterans’ support services, sports therapists, carers organisations, schools and criminal justice services.

Dr Tom Tasker, Salford GP and chair of NHS Salford Clinical Commissioning Group, said:

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“Our ultimate goal is to reduce the number of suicides in Salford and we’d really like to get that down to zero because every suicide is a preventable death. Also, we want the system to be joined up so the different organisations that serve the people of Salford all work together so we effectively prevent suicides occurring.

“There are people out there in the community who are struggling, who need support, and we need to find a way to be able to reach out to them. The key thing to know is that support is out there, there are interventions  to help you feel better so that suicide doesn’t feel like an option.”

 

The Salford Suicide Prevention Partnership is made up of a number of public sector organisations, including NHS, Salford City Council, Greater Manchester Police and HM Prison Forest Bank, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue, local voluntary, community and social enterprises and Healthwatch Salford, who are working towards Salford being a city with no deaths by suicide. The strategy includes plans to help those affected by suicide by providing information, services, resources and training.

Councillor Tracy Kelly, lead member for adult services, health and wellbeing, said:

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“Suicide has a devastating impact on the family and friends of those left behind. We need to talk about suicide, depression and mental health until it becomes as natural as talking about physical health. We need to raise awareness of who might be at risk, what signs to look out for and where to get help if you think someone is at risk – or you feel suicidal yourself.

“We need to get to a point where people don’t feel suicide is the only option but we can only do that if people in the community help us in the fight. It’s a fight we have to win and we need everyone to pitch in.”

 

To read more about the Salford Suicide Prevention Strategy, visit www.salfordccg.nhs.uk/preventsuicide

Gavin Steven Higgins (12/05/84) of no fixed address has been charged with driving without insurance, driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence and aggravated vehicle taking. 

He has been bailed to appear before Salford and Manchester Magistrates’ Court on 23 October 2017. 

Shortly before 7.25pm on Saturday 7 October 2017, a grey Kia Cee’d was travelling on Stern Avenue in Ordsall when it collided with a five-year-old boy. 

The boy was taken to hospital where he remains in a stable condition.

Farnworth shooting (CCTV of Allen and Morrison)

 

Patrick McCann, Harry Allen, Kane Morrison and Anthony Smith all pleaded guilty to conspiring to possess a firearm with intent to endanger life. 

Marc Murray and John Kennedy were convicted by a jury of the same offence. 

Manchester Crown Court, Crown Square, heard how the group fired shots between 5th October 2015 and 10th October 2015 at several addresses as part of ongoing feud with another organised crime group. 

The catalyst for the shootings was when their rivals - who were jailed earlier this year for conspiracy offences - fired a shotgun at Morrison’s home address seriously injuring a family member on 10th October 2015. 

In retaliation, Morrison, McCann, Allen, Murray, Smith and Kennedy met later that day at Boggart Hole Clough where they were in a possession of a handgun and planned the events that unfolded that evening. 

At 10.05pm Morrison and Allen went to an address in Farnworth on a moped before Morrison shot at the home whilst a couple were watching television. 

Just over an hour later the same handgun was used to fire at a property in Little Hulton. Thankfully, in both incidents no one was injured. 

Officers from GMP’s Major Incident Team uncovered the men’s involvement and trawled through CCTV and phone records to establish their roles in the shootings. They received commendations from the judge for the detailed and thorough investigation. 

The men were all convicted at a previous hearing and were sentenced to the following on Monday and Tuesday (9 and 10 October 2017). 

Marc Murray (who is shown holding guns bellow) (20/06/1985) of HMP Manchester received 25 years and will have to serve at least 20 before being eligible for parole. 

Patrick McCann (29/08/1985) of Chedworth Crescent, Little Hulton was handed 17 years and two months. 

Kane Morrison (27/08/1994) of Mossbrook Drive, Little Hulton was jailed for 17 years which also included possession of a phone in prison and possession of a sim card in prison. 

John Kennedy (15/08/1973) of Griffiths Close, Salford received 17 years which also included possession with intent to supply amphetamines. 

Harry Allen (25/02/1988) of HMP Lancaster Farms received 16 years and 11 months including possession of a phone in prison and malicious communication. 

Anthony Smith (16/01/1993) of Cannon Street in Bolton was sentenced to 14 years and three months. 

In total they received 107 years and four months in prison. 

Superintendent Mark Kenny, from GMP’s Salford borough, said:

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“The group and their victims were known to each other and had been involved in ongoing disputes. 

“They were seen as rivals by Murray and his friends and the events that followed the initial attack on 5 October 2015 included more shootings orchestrated by the defendants. 

“Bravado, status and revenge fuelled these continued attacks which could have quite easily killed people. 

“This was a complex investigation by officers who worked closely with the Crown Prosecution Service and Salford City Council. I hope this case shows just how seriously we take gun crime in Salford and Greater Manchester.” 

Ben Southam, Deputy Head of the CPS North West Complex Casework Unit said:

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“This was a complex case involving the analysis of very detailed evidence gathered by the police.  By analysing mobile phone data and CCTV evidence police and CPS have been able to piece together the movements of each of these defendants during the time that these shootings happened.  We have been able to prove that they were all involved in the handling, possession and firing of the gun that was used and they have each been jailed today for their involvement. 

“It is very fortunate that no-one was killed or more seriously injured in these incidents.  The use of firearms for settling feuds is completely unacceptable and puts innocent members of the public at risk. We will continue to work closely with Greater Manchester Police to tackle firearms offences in Greater Manchester and to bring to justice those who use and possess guns.” 

Councillor David Lancaster, lead member for environment and community safety at Salford City Council, praised the work of Project Gulf and GMP’s Major Incident Team, the partnership between Salford City Council, GMP and other agencies, to tackle organised and serious crime and gangs, in securing these convictions.   

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“These were dangerous, reckless men and only good luck prevented innocent people being caught up in their feud and seriously injured. We don’t want to see this on the streets of Salford and we will continue to work closely with GMP and all partners across the City to ensure the safety of residents’. 

Alan Maidment (18/11/1976) of Ludlow Avenue, Salford was jailed today, Monday 9 October at Manchester Crown Court, Crown Square. He was found guilty of murder after a trial and pleaded guilty to five counts of robbery at an earlier hearing.

He was sentenced to life in prison with a whole life tariff.

Maidment was also given a six year prison sentence after committing five knifepoint robberies, and a further two years for possession of a bladed weapon. He will serve these sentences concurrently.

On Tuesday 21 March 2017, Maidment walked to a flat on Berry Street in Swinton armed with a knife, after he was told by his ex-girlfriend that she had been assaulted by the man she was lodging with, 47-year-old Thomas Jones.

He knocked on Thomas’ door and as the door was opened, Maidment stabbed him a number of times. He then followed Thomas into the flat where he continued to stab him, even though he believed he was already dead.

Following the attack, Maidment dragged Thomas’ body to the living room where he placed a number of items over the body. He set the items alight using a lighter and pages ripped from an Argos catalogue, before running from the flat.

Just a short distance away from the scene, Maidment became unconvinced that the fire had started properly so searched through a rubbish bin and got an empty milkshake carton.

He then made his way to a nearby petrol station where he emptied pump remnants into the makeshift container.

Armed with the fuel, he returned to the murder scene but the fire service had already responded and were extinguishing the flames.

He sat on a bench opposite the flat and waited, watching fire officers combat the blaze.

He cleaned the knife using the petrol before discarding it along with the victim’s phone, a short distance away. He also threw his outer clothing into some water nearby and went home.

Officers launched an investigation and a man and a woman were arrested on suspicion of Thomas’ murder.

Ten days later on Friday 31 March 2017, Maidment went to a snooker hall where he began drinking and taking cocaine, ecstasy and cannabis.

After consuming the cocktail of drugs, he committed five knifepoint robberies on Coalshaw Green Park in Chadderton in a short, five minute period.

He then went to McDonalds, off Broadway in Chadderton, again armed with a knife, and told staff to contact police, confessing he had committed a murder.

Officers attended and arrested Maidment on suspicion of murder. The two people previously arrested were released without charge.

A post-mortem examination proved Thomas Jones suffered 32 stab wounds to his body including the chest and abdomen.

Senior Investigating Officer Duncan Thorpe of GMP’s Major Incident Support Unit, said:

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“In an appalling attempt to conceal his monstrous attack, Maidment carelessly put further lives in danger by starting a fire at communal flats.

“Alan Maidment is a particularly dangerous individual who was only released from prison on life license in June 2016, after killing another man. He will now spend the rest of his life behind bars to contemplate his actions.

“My thoughts are with Thomas’ family and the other victims in this case who now have to deal with the aftermath of Maidment’s violent actions.”

 

PCSOs and police cadets, the “man on the moors” investigative team and neighbourhood police officers who’ve organised hundreds of community events are among 13 teams and individuals given awards on Friday, 6th October. Cops who stopped a prolific attacker who was terrorising Canal Street and two officers who went above and beyond while supporting a rape victim are also receiving awards.

Greater Manchester Police’s Chief Constable’s STARS awards recognise the best in the Force and pay tribute to those who go above and beyond in their daily work.

This year’s ceremony saw a return to the Imperial War Museum North with proceedings opened by host Chief Constable Ian Hopkins. The evening was then compered by radio star Mike Sweeney with Lord Lieutenant Warren Smith in attendance.

The Chief Constable’s STARS awards recognise police officers and staff in five areas, with individual officers or staff or teams being recognised in service, teamwork, action, respect and safety.Chief Constable Ian Hopkins said:

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“It’s fantastic to hold the STARS awards again this year. We have had so many achievements from both officers and staff over the last 12 months, a testament to the fantastic work that all of our colleagues do day in day out, and it’s only right that we take a moment to show our appreciation for all that they do.

“All of the nominees should be extremely proud – they have shown real resilience, professionalism and a dedication to the people of Greater Manchester that they should all be proud of.”

 

Winners included a team of DCs and PCs from the city of Manchester division who connected the dots and worked tirelessly to find and arrest a man who was befriending then drugging, assaulting and robbing men around Canal Street in Manchester city centre, a DS who went above and beyond in her support of a victim of rape and a team of cadet leaders who have volunteered hours of their time for their local community.

Other nominations included the Force’s digital team who recently launched a new corporate website for members of the public to access relevant information quickly, officers who dealt with dangerous situations and saved lives in the line of duty and police staff whose innovations have helped the Force work in the most effective way possible.

Updated: shannon has been found safe and well.

Shannon Ward, aged 20, was last seen at about 1pm at a family party on Star Grove in Higher Broughton, and left to go home but hasn’t been seen since.  

Police and Shannon’s family are worried about her and are appealing to anyone who sees her to get in touch. 

Shannon is white, 5ft tall, and of slim build with long hair..

She was last seen wearing a purple zip up top, black vest, blue jeans and black Nike trainers. 

Anyone who sees her or knows where she is should contact police on 101 quoting reference MP/11/0062158, or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111

Shortly before 7.25pm on Saturday 7 October 2017, a grey Kia Cee’d was travelling on Stern Avenue in Ordsall when it collided with a five-year-old boy. 

The boy was taken to hospital where he remains in a life-threatening condition.   

An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision is ongoing and no arrests have been made. 

Police Constable Suzanne Keenan of GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said:

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“This is a tragic incident that has left a young boy in a critical condition in hospital, and our thoughts are with his family and we have specially-trained officers supporting them. 

“If you saw what happened, or were driving in the area and have dash-cam footage, I would urge you to get in touch with officers.” 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. 

Updated: Good news folks, Winifred has now been found, thanks for sharing.

Winifred Stokes, 54, was last seen on Bala Close, at about 7pm on Thursday 5 October 2017.  Winifred lives in Northamptonshire but was staying in Salford. 

Police and her family are becoming increasingly concerned as Winifred is vulnerable and hasn’t been seen since yesterday. 

She is white, about 5ft tall, with brown hair, and was last seen wearing a cream short leather jacket, white polka dot top, blue jeans and blue trainers. 

Anyone who sees Winifred is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference MP/17/0110238 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. 

Earlier today, Friday 6 October 2017, Samaun Shah (16/06/1973) of Hornby Road, Stretford was sentenced at Bolton Crown Court to eight years in prison after being found guilty of rape. 
  
On the morning of 4 April 2017, a woman in her 40s was walking to Tesco on Chester Road when she saw Shah lurking around and smoking. 
  
The woman asked him for a cigarette to which he obliged before insisting that she walk with him to Old Trafford Metrolink Station. 
  
The pair walked together along Warwick Road when Shah crossed the road and beckoned the woman into the car park at Warwick House. 
  
When she refused, he dragged her into the car park and raped her. 
  
After being arrested Shah denied his involvement, stating he had been in bed at the time the rape happened. 
  
He continued to deny being there even when shown CCTV footage of him and the woman walking on Chester Road and Warwick Road. 
  
Detective Constable Paul Walls, of GMP’s Trafford borough said:

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“Samaun Shah is a depraved sexual predator who preyed on a vulnerable woman who had merely asked him if she could have a cigarette. 
  
“He took her to a spot where he thought nobody would see him and subjected her to a terrifying rape, the memory of which will stay with her for the rest of her life. 
  
“Even when shown CCTV footage during interview and throughout his trial, he continued to deny his involvement which highlights the arrogance of a man who thought he could get away with his despicable crime. 
  
“Although this sentence won’t change what happened, I hope it will bring his victim some comfort to know that, as a result of her bravery in coming forward, a dangerous has been taken off the streets.” 

Pay for care-workers in Salford is set to rise to £8.30 an hour, well above the National Minimum Wage.

The move by Salford City Council and NHS Salford Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) will bring 300 workers up to more than £17,200 per year – putting their hourly rate well above the National Living Wage.

Workers at the five agencies which are contracted to provide social care in the city will see the increase in their October pay packets. It could mean as much as an 80p an hour increase for some staff.

City Mayor Paul Dennett said

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"the measure would cost around £725,000 over the next two years but that care workers were “worth every single penny.”

“Care workers do one of the most important jobs in society and it is only right that they should receive decent pay for it.

“This move could see care workers in Salford earning a minimum of £17,000 per year which will mean a significant boost to individual pay packets and give people extra money to spend in our local economy. It will also help with the challenge of recruiting and retaining good staff to care for our most vulnerable people.”

 

The money will come from a three year, national government grant to help adult social care cope with unprecedented demand, recruitment and retention of staff after widespread reports of a ‘crisis’ in social-care last year.

Councillor Tracy Kelly, lead member for adult services, health and wellbeing said:

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“Care workers are tremendously under-valued, and have borne the brunt of austerity at the hands of the current government.

“The ‘grant’ money we received should never have been taken out of the system in the first place. Hopefully this pay rise will play a small part in mitigating the stress on our staff.”

Dr Tom Tasker, chair of NHS Salford CCG, said: “Working in social care is about helping people maintain their independence and dignity to live their lives to the fullest by providing personal and practical support.

“The demand for adult social care services is increasing because of the growing number of older people needing care and others living with complex and multiple needs, but being able to recruit and retain staff has been affected by historically low wages.

“This move addresses this and helps to make sure some of the most vulnerable people in our city get the high quality and continuous care they deserve.”

 

Chris Evans, Managing Director of Salford Integrated Care Organisation at Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust, which manages adult social care in Salford, said:

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“We are pleased that the important role of care workers is being recognised with this pay increase. 

"This will prove an important tool in enabling us to recruit and retain a strong workforce of carers, so that we can continue to offer the people of Salford high quality health and social care which allows them to live independently in their own homes for as long as possible.”

Unison branch secretary Steve North said:

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“This is a step in the right direction and very welcome.

“UNISON has been lobbying local authorities and the NHS to raise employment standards across social care through our “Care Workers for Change” campaign.

“Good wages and decent terms and conditions are not just good for workers but,  because they mean better training and less  turnover of staff, they are also good for the vulnerable people they look after."

 

Shortly after 1.10pm on Tuesday 3 October 2017, police were called to reports of a man being pushed into a car on Windmill Road.

It was reported that two men had been seen forcing a man into the back of a black Audi A3 before fleeing in the direction of Pimlott Way.

Further enquiries established that the Audi was being driven with cloned registration plates and had been seen earlier that day at The Trafford Centre.

The duo have been described as aged between 20-30 and white. One of the men was wearing a jacket and the other was wearing a t-shirt.

Detective Inspector Simon Akker of GMP’s Trafford borough, said:

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“We are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of the man that was pushed into the car.

“We are trying to establish the exact circumstances surrounding this incident and want to ensure that the man has not come to any harm.

“I am appealing to anyone that may have any information that could help us to please come forward.

“If you witnessed anything suspicious in the area that you believe may be connected to this incident then please contact police.”

 

Anyone with information should call police on 101, quoting incident number 1049 of 03/10/17, or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 11.

Lee Wilding (04/11/80) is wanted on recall to prison after breaching the conditions of his license. He was released from prison in August 2017 after serving part of a sentence for assault.

He has links to Broughton and Ordsall.

If anyone sees him or knows where he is, they should contact police on 101 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Vincenzo Tavano (21/09/1984) of Park Lane, Poynton has today, Friday 6 October 2017, been jailed for life, with a minimum term of 17 years, for murder at Manchester Crown Square Court after pleading guilty at an earlier hearing.

At around 7.20pm on Monday 17 April 2017 officers attended a house on Blackburn Street, Trinity and found the body of 61-year-old Giorgio Roncari.

Officers launched a murder investigation and discovered that Giorgio’s Jaguar car was missing.

At 12pm on Thursday 20 April 2017, officers recovered the Jaguar from Chester Street, Manchester and, following examination of CCTV, revealed Tavano had parked the car there at around 4.50am five days earlier, Saturday 15 April 2017.

Around the same time, credit cards belonging to Giorgio were used in online purchases, some of which were collected in stores in Manchester. The purchases were collected by Tavano who was then tracked by CCTV to another store where a further transaction took place using Giorgio’s bank card.

On Tuesday 25 April 2017 Tavano was arrested on suspicion of Giorgio’s murder and despite answering no comment questions in police interview, he then fully admitted his involvement.

He had gone to Giorgio’s flat on Saturday 15 April 2017 but when Giorgio confronted him about the debt he owed him, Tavano grabbed him by the throat and choked him.

He claimed to have put a plastic bag on his head to see whether he was still breathing before taking his wallet, cards and keys to his car.

A Home Office Post-Mortem examination established the cause of death was strangulation.

Senior Investigating Officer Duncan Thorpe of GMP’s Major Incident Support Unit, said: “Tavano’s anger fuelled his actions that night, taking a man’s life over a dispute.

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“The immoral and opportunist behaviour he displayed after he murdered a man proves there is no place better for him than behind bars.

“Giorgio was a well-liked and popular man in Salford and will be terribly missed.

“My thoughts remain with his family and friends at this time.”

 

The wholly council-owned company provides offices, conference rooms and support to fledgling start-up businesses in MediaCityUK. Since opening in 2013 the Landing has supported the growth of over 540 new digital, media and creative businesses.

The company also provides support and training to local people, with over 100 schoolchildren and 450 Salford residents participating in Digital Skills programs in the past 8 months.

Supporting over 600 jobs a year in Salford and 1,500 jobs across Greater Manchester, The Landing is seen as a critical part of Salford’s success story around the Quays and MediaCityUK, helping to drive forward Salford’s success as a vibrant digital, media and creative ecosystem within Greater Manchester and nationally. 

Only this year was Salford named as one of the top five cities within the UK for start-up growth.

Salford City Mayor Paul Dennett said:

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“Supporting entrepreneurs and new businesses is vital for the growth of our economy, especially at a time when the local council is experiencing horrific cuts as a consequence of government austerity. In the two years up to 2016, businesses at The Landing generated £13.8m in business investment and contributed almost £83m to the UK economy.

“It’s independent businesses, like those supported at The Landing, which bring fresh perspectives and innovation into our business community and help drive forward industrial and economic growth.

“In the absence of a national industrial strategy that truly seeks to rebalance our economy, the present government offers little in practical support for these businesses in areas like Salford. If we want to see ordinary people moving into business and shaking things up and creating opportunities within our city, it’s vital that the council continues to support projects like The Landing.”

“And with the University of Salford and the UTC@MediaCityUK now well established at The Quays training the next generation in digital, media and creative skills, we’re proud to back The Landing for a further 10 years.”

 

Adrian Mills, General Manager for BBC North, said: 

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“The impact of the BBC’s move North has been extraordinary and this has been felt beyond Salford across the whole of the North.

“It is really important to encourage new businesses and it is fantastic to see the local economy at the Quays thrive.”

Salford businessman Alex Seewald, who set up digital software development company Openshadow in 2005, always aspired to be part of the  MediaCityUK community, along with the BBC and other media companies. Openshadow, which has grown from four to 15 staff and is still expanding, develops apps across all platforms for major international companies including Luis Vutton and L’Oréal.

Alex brought his business to The Landing three years ago and said the location is “perfect” and the facilities “excellent.”

“One of the most helpful elements is the incubator programme where they bring in experts and coaches to help you grow your business – whether it’s on when to invest or to help you with your sales or growth strategy. It also means you get to know other companies in the building and we have already worked with a couple on various projects. I hope we will do more of that,”

 

Salford is already home to the second largest cluster of digital businesses in the UK.

But now the city wants more of its residents to become digitally savvy in a unique and ambitious project.

To celebrate Get Online Week Salford City Council has announced an ambitious plan to get almost 8,000 of the most vulnerable and digitally excluded residents online and confident about using technology within two years.

Good Things Foundation, the UK’s leading digital and social inclusion charity which has supported two million people online to gain digital skills 2010, will work with Salford City Council and says it is the most ambitious local authority digital inclusion plan it has ever seen.

Deputy City Mayor Councillor Paula Boshell said:

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“This is one of the biggest challenges we have ever undertaken as a council.

“So much of society is moving online nowadays – from claiming benefits and applying for jobs to cutting bills through finding cheaper deals. There’s also the social side of technology – using it to connect with groups and people to reduce isolation and improve people’s health and wellbeing.

“People who cannot get online, for whatever reason, are missing out on opportunities that could really improve their lives.

“Part of our plan is to find out what the barriers are and tackle them. It’s also about providing free technology in places they go to, as well as investing £100,000 in replacing and upgrading all the IT in our libraries and Gateways over the next year.

“It’s about helping people to get lower cost technology in their own homes, recruiting volunteers to support them and giving them the skills and confidence to reap the rewards of being on the internet.”

“We’re aiming to get some of the most socially excluded people online – everyone from older people who live alone and who have never used a computer to people who have no secure roof over their heads. 

"If people can find sustainable jobs, save money and feel happier and healthier, the return on our investment in terms of saving money for public services will be huge – and part of the project will be to try and measure that impact on the local economy.”

 

Almost 13% of Salford residents say they have never been online compared to 7% of Londoners, while 24% in Salford don’t have the basic digital skills considered essential these days compared to 16% in the capital.

Good Things Foundation, which is based in Sheffield, will work with Salford City Council to build up a network of community centres to act as digital hubs where people can get support. The project will also create a network of volunteers to act as digital champions so it can be self-sustaining after the two years is up.

Salford City Council is also looking to work private sector partners including Barclays, Salford-based TalkTalk, and Lloyds, partners of Good Things Foundation, to provide access to low or even no cost broadband and devices.

Earlier this year the council and Barclays launched Salford Digital Eagles, the first  public sector partnership of its kind to help council staff improve their digital skills and support colleagues.

Adam Micklethwaite, Director of Digital Inclusion at Good Things Foundation, said:

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"We're absolutely delighted to be helping Salford City Council create a truly digital city.

“Digital skills and inclusion are fundamental for economic success and social justice, and the programme will provide an important pillar of the council's strategy. As well as helping thousands of Salford residents improve their lives with digital, we'll be creating a movement for change and a sustainable community infrastructure across the city that can continue to support digital inclusion into the future.

“It's a landmark investment from a council with vision, commitment and ambition."