The empty homes becoming a 'blight' on Manchester's streets (opens original article in a new tab)

Manchester council is addressing over 1,000 empty homes through public reporting and intervention, aiming to reduce blight and alleviate housing pressure.

• Manchester council has launched a plan to tackle 1,000+ empty homes in the city
• Residents report that empty properties create blight and affect house prices
• Council appeals for public help to identify and reoccupy empty homes
• Over 400 active cases of long-term empty homes are being addressed