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Recent meetings

11 meetings

03 Nov 2026

2:00 pm

Economy Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 3rd November, 2026 2.00 pm

The Economy Scrutiny Committee of Manchester City Council is scheduled to consider the economic impacts of social value initiatives and review the council's work and skills strategy. The meeting will also include an overview of key decisions and the committ...

06 Oct 2026

2:00 pm

Economy Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 6th October, 2026 2.00 pm

The Economy Scrutiny Committee of Manchester City Council met on Tuesday, 6 October 2026, to discuss casual labour, insecure employment, and the city's Work and Skills Strategy. The committee requested a report on support for self-employed and freelance wor...

08 Sep 2026

2:00 pm

Economy Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 8th September, 2026 2.00 pm

The Economy Scrutiny Committee met on Tuesday 8 September 2026 to discuss digital infrastructure and connectivity, the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by businesses, and the allocation of funding for employment and skills programmes. The committee ...

21 Jul 2026

2:00 pm

Economy Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 21st July, 2026 2.00 pm

The Economy Scrutiny Committee of Manchester City Council met on Tuesday 21 July 2026 to discuss youth employment, the annual report on culture, and an overview of the committee's work programme. Key decisions included noting the report on youth employment ...

30 Jun 2026

2:00 pm

Economy Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 30th June, 2026 2.00 pm

The Economy Scrutiny Committee met on Tuesday 30 June 2026 to discuss the progress of Manchester's economic strategy, "Investing in Success," and the city's efforts to promote the Real Living Wage. The committee also reviewed the council's work programme an...

02 Jun 2026

2:00 pm

Economy Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 2 June 2026 - 2.00 pm

The Economy Scrutiny Committee met to review the council's Economy Dashboard and to agree its work programme for the upcoming year. Members discussed the reliability of the data presented in the dashboard, the council's population figures, and the nuances o...

About

The Economy and Regeneration Scrutiny Committee examines issues impacting Manchester's economy and its residents, working with the Council and partners to maximise economic benefits and provide protection during less prosperous times. It does not make decisions but can recommend improvements to how the Manchester Strategy, a shared vision for the city, is delivered.

Key areas of focus include economic growth, strategic transport, employment and skills, tourism, and neighbourhood regeneration. While the public cannot speak at meetings unless invited, they can suggest topics for investigation.

Members

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Marcus Johns · Chair
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Chris Northwood · Member
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Chris Wills · Member
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Dzidra Noor · Member
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Emma Taylor · Member
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Irene Robinson · Member
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Mathew Benham · Member
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Murtaza Iqbal · Member