At CityCo, our focus is on keeping Manchester city centre welcoming, thriving and strong. Through our various networks, we bring together over 1500 companies from small independent venues to major investors.
Via our Business Support Services we provide advice and help around planning operations and projects. We link members, and ensure the city’s public agencies are aware of what the private sector needs to thrive.
By bringing influential people together and providing expert guidance, our aim is to the make the city work for everyone.
Strategic Partner Forums & Lobbying
As constant corporate champions, CityCo and Manchester City Centre BID have an influential role in lobbying on behalf of members, helping to keep business interests at the forefront of tactical and operational planning. We attend various meetings on behalf of businesses and run numerous working groups.
Businesses benefit from:
- Representation in multi-agency forums, advocating for business needs (including authority-led committees: Manchester City Council Integrated Neighbourhood Meeting, City Centre Ward Coordination Meeting, Transport for Greater Manchester and Greater Manchester Police forums)
- Representation at action groups including the Manchester Homelessness Partnership, Manchester Water Safety Partnership, Manchester Food Board, Manchester Hotelier’s Association
- Representation at CityCo-led senior meetings including the CityCo Board, Manchester City Centre BID Board and Accommodation BID Board
- Invitations to CityCo-led ‘Local Area’ network meetings.
- Invitations to CityCo-administrated Manchester Pub & Club Network events (500+ day and night-time economy venues).
Email: operations@cityco.com
