First Draft is a bi-monthly cabaret night in Manchester, normally based at the Castle Hotel on Oldham Street. The night revolves around a chosen theme and performers are given the freedom to interpret it however they want. The only condition is that they perform something entirely new. At last Monday’s event, the variety of performers […]
Housing activists criticise jailing of Chris Blaine and council’s homelessness policy
Greater Manchester Housing Action (GMHA) are campaigning to improve the housing situation within Greater Manchester. GMHA are appalled at the jailing of homeless activist Chris Blaine, who recently carried out a rooftop protest in an attempt to stop the eviction of homeless people squatting in the Ducie Bridge pub. They have written an open letter […]
The Meteor talks to Mancunian stand-up comedian Thom Bee
This is the first in a series of interviews with local performers and artists in Manchester. If you are interested in being featured or know somebody whose work you think should be highlighted, then get in touch with us by emailing editor@themeteor.org ———- The Meteor spoke to stand-up comedian Thom Bee at First Draft: […]
Kashmir to Manchester: journey of a refugee journalist
Exile, abductee, fugitive, asylum seeker; what comes next all depends on the outcome of the asylum hearing
The Meteor asks Manchester – what are the best things about your city?
Find out what the people of Manchester like most about this wonderful city.
Manchester needs to put Housing First to reduce homelessness
Walking around the city streets of the UK, it is impossible to miss the growing levels of homelessness. Ever more homeless people appear, asking for change or sheltering in doorways. Are they asleep, unconscious, or worse? It’s hard for passers-by to tell, and few are willing to check. It is often the most vulnerable people […]
Levenshulme residents frustrated at council delays in neighbourhood plan decision
Manchester City Council delays local democracy initiative in Levenshulme
Wythenshawe’s urban poet masterminds exhibition of homeless artists
An exhibition of work from Manchester’s homeless artists was displayed at Nexus Art Cafe in the city’s Northern Quarter. The artwork was available to buy and the money raised will be used to buy vital winter provisions for the homeless. The exhibition featured work produced in homeless centres, including The Booth Centre and The Mustard Tree, […]
Young homeless artists exhibit mindful art at Nexus Art Gallery
Mindful meditation helps young homeless people express their emotions by “putting their feelings on paper”.