Our initial thoughts on latest cycle lane proposals
The Chorlton CLT Board met to discuss our position on the question of closing Longford Road as part of the Cycle Lane plans. The CLT has a direct interest in the Co-op Funeralcare building and has floated the idea previously of closing Nicolas Road in order to extend the outdoor space and to create a […]
Demographic Survey #2 Nov 2020
In September 2019, Chorlton CLT was one of sixteen community land trusts to be awarded a share of £329,000 to strengthen their membership base and be champions of inclusivity, equality and diversity. In February of this year we baselined how well Chorlton CLT reflected our local community of Chorlton and Chorlton Park wards, and posted […]
Setting out our expectations and aspirations for Ryebank Fields
The governors of Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) have now decided to progress with the sale of the Ryebank Fields site and has begun to market the site to developers through agents Cushman & Wakefield. Should development go ahead, the CLT wishes to engage proactively with MMU and their selected development partner to achieve an exemplar […]
AGM report – October 22nd 2020
Chorlton CLT’s first Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held on the evening of Thursday 22nd October 2020. The meeting was held virtually, broadcast via Zoom from Stretford Public Hall. In total we had over 60 members attend, representing almost 20% of our total membership of 318. We were delighted to open the AGM with a […]
Key Findings from the Chorlton Picture House Social Value Consultation
In February 2020 members of the CLT were invited to a consultation workshop to discuss the benefits they would like to see from the Picture House project. Their contributions were grouped within 4 themes – ‘Strength of community’, ‘Health and wellbeing’, ‘The building and the environment’ and ‘Jobs and the local economy’. This enabled a […]
Recommendations of the CLT Independent Governance Review
Introduction In June 2020 the Chorlton CLT Board initiated a Governance review which was carried out by The Greater Manchester Community Led Housing Hub. The work was undertaken by the Hub Interim Director, Tom Hopkins in the period June – August 2020. The overall aim is to ensure that the CLT board is fit for […]
Ryebank Fields Update: Oct 2020
As stated previously the CLT Board decided not to put a paper to the Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) governing body who discussed the Fields at their meeting at the end of March, 2020 so as not to stand in the way of those campaigning against any development. Despite groups making submissions asking the governors not […]
AGM date confirmed and we’re looking for new board and sub-committee members
Our first AGM is confirmed for 7.30pm on Thursday 22nd October, to be held virtually so you can join from the comfort of your own home. Formal notification will be sent out to members nearer the time but please save the date for now.
Refreshed proposal for Stayin’ Alive
Refreshed proposal for Stayin’ Alive scheme under consideration by Co-operative Group Updated: Aug 21, 2020 We hope you are keeping well, especially in light of the recently announced lockdown restrictions in Greater Manchester. We are conscious that we have not provided an update on the Stayin’ Alive project (although we’re now referring to the scheme as […]
Demographic Survey #1 Feb 2020
In September 2019, Chorlton CLT was one of sixteen community land trusts to be awarded a share of £329,000 to strengthen their membership base and be champions of inclusivity, equality and diversity. Polly Adams-Felton, Project Manager at the National CLT Network, said: