Trafford Council

After 11-year-old Henry was involved in a road accident on Flixton Road in Urmston, his family knew something had to change. Now, Henry and his mum Rachel are proud School Street volunteers, helping to make the road outside their school safer for everyone.

Exciting progress has been made in our plans to transform the historic Empress Conservation Area in Old Trafford, once a powerhouse of the Industrial Revolution and now on Historic England’s 'at risk' register. Read the full story: ow.ly/eJYw50Ww2CZ

Work is set to begin on a surfaced path around the much-loved Cowfield - a treasured green space nestled between Altrincham and Broadheath. Read the full story: ow.ly/TcEX50WvVR3

🚧 Footway & bus stop improvements Starting Mon 28 July, we’ll be carrying out works on Hampstead Avenue, including: ✅ New dropped kerb crossing ✅ Better drainage ✅ Improved bus stop layout Works expected to last 5 days under 2-way temp lights More: trafford.gov.uk/traffordroads

🌳 As part of #LoveParksWeek, we met Mash, founder member of Friends of @Longford_Park and the park’s Community Allotment group She told us how volunteering helps bring people together and keep the park & community thriving! Explore your local park: 👉 trafford.gov.uk/residents/leis…

📢 LAST CHANCE: Have your say on the future of Urmston The final round of consultation on the Draft Urmston Plan closes tomorrow, Friday 25 July Read the plan here: ow.ly/vspj50WuM9y 👉 Have your say here: ow.ly/EbOh50WuM9x

We’re still buzzing! 💥 12 Trafford parks now hold the prestigious @GreenFlagAward, with @StamfordPark joining the list for the first time! 💚 This summer, why not explore one near you? Perfect for picnics, play, and peaceful walks 👉🏼 rb.gy/n608zk @KeepBritainTidy

⚠️ SCAM ALERT ⚠️ Some people have received a text message saying that they have a parking Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) to pay. This is a scam. Trafford Council will never send a text message asking you to pay a PCN. Please don’t click the link or make any payment.

🏡 Have your say on new sustainable homes in Stretford 📆 Everyone is invited to a drop-in consultation event at the former Calm Connections unit in Stretford Mall tomorrow, Wednesday 23 July, from 3pm to 7pm. Find out more: ow.ly/Ij2F50Wpas2

When enough of us are vaccinated, we build a ‘community shield’. That protects babies, pregnant women & vulnerable people - throughout all Trafford. MMR = protection for everyone. #HerdImmunity #MMR #ProtectYourCommunity

We were honoured and privileged to attend the Royal British Legion Annual Church Service at St Georges Church in Tyldesley, along with most of the Greater Manchester Mayors. ⁦@PoppyLegion⁩ ⁦@Carmines62⁩

🧡 Huge thanks to our @OneTrafford partners Amey for sponsoring our Cared for Children Awards this year – a brilliant celebration of children and young people doing amazing things. Thanks also to our fab host, the fabulous @AliKahncomedy

🏏 Good luck to England as they take on India in a Test match at Emirates Old Trafford this week! The match starts this Wednesday 23 July and is scheduled to last 5 days. 📍 Expect increased traffic, parking restrictions and busier Metrolink services: tfgm.com/getting-to-emi…

🎓 Digital skills transforming lives in Trafford Earlier this month, 44 learners celebrated graduating from FREE digital courses at Trafford Town Hall. 👏 Huge congratulations to all our graduates! Want to boost your digital skills? Find out how: ow.ly/2v3450WsskX

🚧 Work starts early August on key safety improvements at the A56 junctions with Sinderland Road and Barrington Road in Altrincham. Roadworks, including some road closures, will be in place from Monday 4 August. Find out more: ow.ly/LkOV50WsqQj