The Executive meeting on 10 June 2026 was scheduled to cover a wide range of topics, including the council's corporate priorities for the upcoming year, financial outturn reports for the previous financial year, and updates on significant regeneration projects across the city. Key discussions were also planned regarding the capital programme, the strategy for addressing empty homes, and investment in district centres and local areas.

Corporate Priorities 2026/27

The meeting was set to discuss the council's corporate priorities for 2026/27, aligning them with the Our Manchester Strategy and the commitments outlined in the Manchester Labour Party Manifesto 2026. The report detailed how these priorities are mapped to the council's Corporate Plan and Business Plan, with a focus on themes such as an inclusive and sustainable economy, tackling climate change, achieving equity and inclusion, ensuring positive outcomes for children and young people, improving health and well-being, fostering inclusive communities, and ensuring good quality, affordable homes. The report recommended that the Executive adopt the manifesto commitments as corporate priorities.

Our Manchester Progress Update

An update was scheduled on the progress made against the Our Manchester Strategy 2025-35 . This report aimed to provide examples of how the council and the city are working towards the strategy's ambitions. Specific areas of progress were to be highlighted, including achievements in affordable housing, initiatives under the Pride in Place scheme to empower local communities, consultation on plans for the Water Street regeneration area, and efforts to enhance renters' rights through the new Renters' Rights Act. Updates on efforts to address homelessness through temporary accommodation, regeneration at Gorton Market, the opening of the Mersey Valley Way national river walk, and contributions to the city's zero-carbon ambitions were also on the agenda.

Revenue Budget Outturn 2025/26

The Executive was to receive a report on the council's revenue outturn for the 2025/26 financial year. This report detailed an overall overspend of £4.2 million, with significant pressures noted in Children's Services, particularly concerning external residential placements for Looked After Children, and in Adult Social Care due to increased demand and complexity of care packages. The report also outlined underspends in areas such as Corporate Budgets, Public Health, and Neighbourhoods, and detailed the use of reserves and grant funding to manage the financial position. Adjustments to balance sheet reserves and provisions were also to be noted.

Capital Programme Outturn 2025/26

A report was scheduled to inform the Executive about the progress of the council's capital investment programme during the 2025/26 financial year. This included the outturn of capital expenditure, the financing of this expenditure, and major variances from previous monitoring reports. The report detailed the capital programme's contribution to the Our Manchester Strategy , with investments in housing, education, transport, regeneration, and environmental initiatives. It also highlighted social value considerations within capital projects, such as the Our Town Hall refurbishment, and outlined the financing of the programme through grants, capital receipts, revenue funding, reserves, and borrowing. The report also addressed programme risks, including inflation and market conditions affecting financing, and proposed re-phasing and variations to the capital budget for 2026/27 to 2028/29.

Empty Homes Strategy – Results of Public Consultation

The Executive was to consider the results of a public consultation on Manchester's draft Empty Homes Strategy for 2026-2032. The report summarised the consultation approach, engagement levels, and analysis of responses, indicating strong overall support for the strategy. Key themes emerging from the consultation included the need for improved publicity on how to report empty homes, a desire for the strategy to better meet the needs of diverse communities, addressing barriers to understanding and benefiting from the strategy, and the importance of partnership working with residents, landlords, and the voluntary sector. The report recommended the adoption of the revised Empty Homes Strategy.

Piccadilly Station Development – Northern Growth Strategy and Rail Investment

This report was scheduled to provide a strategic update on the Northern Growth Strategy and rail infrastructure investment in the city. It was to highlight the potential environmental and equality benefits of rail infrastructure improvements, including Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) and the Bee Network. The report focused on the significant regeneration and economic growth opportunities presented by an underground NPR station at Manchester Piccadilly, referencing its potential to unlock land for redevelopment and enhance connectivity. The report also discussed the funding strategy for this major government investment programme and sought agreement on its delivery.

Update on Investment in District Centres and Localities

An update was planned on the work being undertaken to invest in, improve, and regenerate Manchester's district centres, local centres, and high streets. The report detailed progress in areas such as Gorton, Moston Lane, and Newton Heath, as well as ongoing construction at Wythenshawe Civic. Future plans included developing investment frameworks for Harpurhey, Cheetham Hill, and Longsight, and aligning these with the Pride in Place programme. The report emphasised the importance of collaboration between council services and external partners to maximise the impact of resources and deliver sustainable improvements.

Appointment of Executive Members and their Portfolios

The Executive was to note the appointment of the Deputy Leader(s), Executive Members, and Deputy Executive Members, along with their respective portfolios. This report outlined the Leader's decisions regarding the composition and responsibilities of the Executive for the upcoming period.

Delegation of Executive Functions to the Executive and Council Officers

This report asked the Executive to note the Leader of the Council's decision to delegate all executive functions to the Executive and to endorse the delegation of certain functions to council officers as outlined in the Council's Constitution. This aimed to ensure clarity and efficiency in the discharge of the council's executive responsibilities.

Piccadilly Station Development

A report was scheduled to provide a strategic update on the Northern Growth Strategy and rail infrastructure and investment in the city. It was to highlight the potential benefits of Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR), including the Liverpool-Manchester link, for economic growth, job creation, and improved connectivity. The report recommended noting the contents, agreeing the funding strategy, and receiving further updates on progress and structural arrangements for this significant government investment programme.

Moston Lane Regeneration (Part A) and (Part B)

The Executive was to receive an update on the regeneration of Moston Lane, including the conclusion of an open marketing exercise to identify a preferred developer. Part A of the report provided an update on the wider activity and successes to date, and the creation of a new Moston Lane Regeneration Forum. Part B, considered in private, provided confidential commercial details regarding the disposal of sites to a joint venture between Aviva, Place Capital Group, and Homes England to deliver new homes, a public square, and potentially a health centre.

This City JV Approvals (Part A) and (Part B)

Part A of this report provided an update on the This City housing activities, including progress at No.1 Ancoats Green and the submission of a planning application for Postal Street. It also detailed the long-term proposed partnership with the Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF). Part B, considered in private, provided confidential details of the commercial, financial, legal, and structural arrangements for the joint venture between the Council and GMPF to deliver Phase 2 of the This City programme.

Newton Heath District Centre Neighbourhood Development Framework

The Executive was to consider a report summarising the proposed Newton Heath District Centre Neighbourhood Development Framework (NDF). This framework outlined a long-term vision for the high street and surrounding sites, aiming to harness the centre's strengths, guide development, and benefit existing and new residents and local businesses. The report noted the positive response from public consultation and endorsed the NDF as a material consideration for planning applications.

Draft Water Street Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) Update - Approval to Consult

This report sought approval to consult on an updated draft Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) for the Water Street area. The update recognised significant changes in the area and proposed a refreshed, residential and landscape-led strategy centred around a new public park along the River Medlock. The Executive was asked to endorse the draft SRF in principle and approve a public consultation exercise.

Academy Conversion Cost Recovery

The Executive considered a report seeking authorisation to recover costs incurred by the Council in facilitating school academy conversions. The report noted that the Council had previously supported conversions using internal resources but proposed implementing charges to cover the substantial officer time and specialist input required, to avoid these costs falling on council revenue. Maximum charges were proposed based on school type.

Other items on the agenda included:

• Appeals: To consider any appeals from the public against the refusal to allow inspection of background documents or the inclusion of items in the confidential part of the agenda.
• Interests: To allow members an opportunity to declare any personal, prejudicial or disclosable pecuniary interests.
• Minutes: To approve the minutes of the previous meeting held on 13 March 2026.
• Appointment of Executive Members and their Portfolios: A report detailing the appointment of Executive Members and their portfolios.
• Delegation of Executive Functions to the Executive and Council Officers: A report on the delegation of executive functions.
• Revenue Budget Outturn 2025/26: A report on the financial outturn for the previous financial year.
• Capital Programme Outturn 2025/26: A report on the capital programme outturn.
• Piccadilly Station Development: A report on the Piccadilly Station Development.