“Both the velodrome and the Commonwealth swimming pool are open to the public and are frequently used by local schools and the local community. Over the last six years young people have been inspired to take up swimming and cycling more seriously; some of them are now coming through as Olympic champions or hopefuls.” PeopleYearsHas BeensSchoolLastsYoungUsedCommunitySixInspiredLocalsChampionSwimmingPoolCyclingCommonwealthSwimming PoolLocal Community Author:Lucy Powell
“I'm honoured to have been selected to be the Labour candidate for Manchester Central.” Has BeensCandidatesLabourSelectedManchester Author:Lucy Powell
“There's a loss of faith in the banking system that for so long has been the backbone of prosperity and growth.” LongHas BeensGrowthLossProsperityBankingBackboneBanking SystemLoss Of Faith Author:Lucy Powell
“Team GB's success at the Beijing Olympics can, in part, be said to have been made in Manchester. For example, all the cycling medal winners trained at Manchester's velodrome, the National Cycling Centre.” Has BeensMadeSaidTeamExampleWinnerOlympicsCentreMedalCyclingManchesterInspirational TeamBeijing Author:Lucy Powell
“The impact of the downturn is starting to feel very real. House prices and the housing market have been taking the knock for some time and that's affecting people.” PeopleFeelsHas BeensRealHouseImpactStartingHousingDownturnHousing MarketHouse Prices Author:Lucy Powell
