Dear readers – it's been an exciting few days, with Mill journalism at the centre of the national conversation like never before. Our reporting has been on the front page of the Sunday Times and cited by the New York Times – Newsnight even invited me on to talk about 'Manchesterism' in light of Andy Burnham's conference speech and the unfolding story at Manchester City.
So what better time to hold our first ever Future of Greater Manchester Summit! I'll be interviewing our new mayor Bev Craig on stage in one of her first major public appearances since being elected, as well as an incredible list of local leaders and decision-makers.
It's on Tuesday 27 October and it will be running for that entire afternoon at the People's History Museum, where Andy Burnham gave the first big speech of his leadership campaign.
This isn't a regular members' event: it's aimed more at the business and political community and in particular people who need to have the best insights into how Manchester is changing. Click below to get your £40 ticket – and hopefully persuade your boss to let you use the company card.
Our speakers and panellists will also include Duncan Ivison, the vice-chancellor of the University of Manchester; Esme Ward, the director of Manchester Museum; Chris Oglesby, head of the giant property company Bruntwood; and the economist Mike Emmerich, one of the brains of modern Manchester. Michael Taylor, the city's top business journalist, will be helping me chair the panels. Plus: a few more names will be announced over the coming week.
We're going to be delving into questions like:
- How does Greater Manchester take advantage of the newfound attention its getting from national government and media around the world?
- Will Number 10 North be able to deliver on its promises to drive growth – and how should local organisations and businesses be engaging with it?
- What role will culture play in both driving the local economy but also critiquing and reflecting on the city's model?
If you work in business or politics (or any sector where having the inside track is valuable for your job) then get your ticket before they sell out.
