Manchester news on Thursday, October 22, 2026
In Manchester on Thursday, October 22, 2026: Storm Austen warning, motorway closures this weekend. Also: Storm Austen brings 55 mph winds to Greater Manchester; Met Office warns of gales; M6, M60 and M62 motorways close this weekend in Greater Manchester. Weather: Rainy and windy today with gusts to 36 km/h and temperatures around 8–11°C.
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Headlines
- Storm Austen brings 55 mph winds to Greater Manchester; Met Office warns of gales.Manchester Evening News ·
News & local government
- University of Manchester helps validate breakthrough in AI protein design research.The University of Manchester ·
- Mayor expects update on plan for Manchester Piccadilly underground station.BBC ·
Safety & emergencies
Traffic & transport
- M6, M60 and M62 motorways close this weekend in Greater Manchester.Manchester Evening News ·
Events & going out
- TV Festival announces Manchester dates, venues and cost predictions for 2026.Screen Daily ·
- Manchester Christmas Markets open November with almost 200 stalls across 9 locations.Secret Manchester ·
- Manchester Cocktail Festival launches in November.The Spirits Business ·
- National Week of Solidarity to End Immigration Detention gathering on 27 October.Right to Remain ·
Business & new openings
Schools & kids
- Greater Manchester's three worst schools for truancy named in new interactive map.Manchester Evening News ·
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