John Merry

We are opposing attempts by GM health to limit IVF cycles to 1 its not a good argument to suggest that equity demands all areas should be reduced

Absolutely shocking. Labour government implements manifesto commitment.

Two questions I would like answered.. Which Tory Defence Ministers knew about the data breach and what did they do about it

Since the election, this Labour government has returned over 30,000 people with no right to be in the UK. Now, we've made an agreement with France to help break the smuggling gangs. The Tories couldn’t do a deal. And Reform have no interest in fixing the problem.

Honoured to have been reelected unopposed as chair of the key cities network . I look forward to working on behalf of the network with the rest of the lga and government

Disappointed the BBC chose to ignore the Searchers last ever performance at Glastonbury

This is positive from @wesstreeting, for far too long have poorer parts of the country & our residents, families and children & young people within these communities suffered the injustices of “the inverse care law” and poorer access & standards of care!🏥theguardian.com/society/2025/j…

''Councils are central to national renewal. They must be properly funded, and adequately resourced to deliver essential services'' - @JohnDMerry, Chair of @KeyCities. You can read his reaction to @mhclg's consultation on LA funding reform here: gov.uk/government/new…

Following representations by cllr jake Rowlands I am pleased to say that the Health and Wellbeing Board is consulting on the need for a new pharmacy in the Media City area

I fully support the actions of GMP in lower Broughton today . The death of two Yong people is a tragedy but it would also be tragic if vulnerable residents were left frightened and afraid to go outside their houses

"The absolute last thing local authorities need right now is Doge'', Cllr @JohnDMerry, Deputy Mayor of @salfordcouncil and Chair of Key Cities' reacts to today's announcement on Kent County Council in the @guardian here: theguardian.com/politics/2025/…

1/7 Deeply concerning @HousingOmbuds is seeing a 474% increase in complaints about substandard living conditions between 2019/20 - 2024/25, despite social landlords spending a record £9bn on repairs & maintenance in 2023/24. theguardian.com/society/2025/m…

Honoured to attend Mayoral Civic Sunday at Stenecourt Synagogue today to mark the installation of Councillor Fletcher @LEGALACTRESS as Ceremonial Mayor of the City of Salford for the 2025/26 Municipal Year.🎖️ An important year as The City of Salford turns 100 in 2026! #❤️Salford

Congratulation Persian Tigers who are awarded Gold Medalists in this year’s UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival @CDBF_UK 2025.🏅🥇🚣‍♂️ Hope you enjoyed your day, engaging with the many teams that participated!😎 Well done to everyone involved, you’re all winners! #❤️Salford 🐲🛶🇬🇧🇨🇳

Speaks for itself.

Pleased to hear from fantastic speakers @salford_mayor cllrs John Merry and Lorna Fielker and ING researchers at the @KeyCities APPG to discuss housebuilding, social housing and securing the homes families in Salford and across the UK need. (1/2)

80 years on we remember the extraordinary bravery of those that fought and died to stop the rise of fascism in Europe. #VEDay80

Last month, Key Cities held its first-ever Cities Forum in #Stoke, marking the beginning of a series of events aimed at fostering greater collaboration between the public and private sectors. If you want to get more involved with Key Cities, please get in touch.

8️⃣ 0️⃣ This year marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day Join us for a commemorative, community celebration in the Sunken Gardens at Salford Civic Centre tomorrow (Thursday 8 May) from 9pm 🇬🇧 Enjoy a special fire and light installation and celebrate with us! orlo.uk/VAfDK

The Lowry has gone from strength to strength over the past 25 years. From world-class performances to grassroots arts, it's more than a venue — it's a symbol of Salford’s ambition and resilience. manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-m…