Conservative Conference 2013
It's claimed this year's Conservative Party Conference is worth £24.6m to Greater Manchester's economy.
40,000 march against cuts
Around 40,000 people have been marching through Manchester on a union protest against austerity cuts on the opening day of the Conservative Party conference.
The protest was highlighting the impact of Government policies on jobs and spending across the health service.
Following the march a rally was being addressed by union leaders alongside appearances by musicians.
TUC North West regional secretary Lynn Collins added: "Our NHS is under attack and we want to send the strongest message to the Conservatives that we will not stand by and let them sell-off our national treasure."
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