Brit Awards boosted Manchester economy by £5m, study finds
Greater Manchester mayor Bev Craig said the awards' move north for the first time was a "massive moment".
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"was a recognition not only of our unmatched music heritage, but our growing reputation for putting on national and global events and making a success of them"
— Bev Craig , Politician
"this year's award show was phenomenally successful"
— Garry Bridges , Politician
Key People
Bev Craig is the mayor of Greater Manchester.
Garry Bridges is the leader of Manchester City Council.
Harry Styles is a popular singer and songwriter.
Jack Whitehall is a British comedian and television presenter.
Olivia Dean is a recent Grammy-winning British singer-songwriter known for her impactful pop songs.
All Coverage
Greater Manchester mayor Bev Craig said the awards' move north for the first time was a "massive moment".
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Thailand prepares to host IMF-World Bank meetings - Reuters
Thailand prepares to host IMF-World Bank meetings Reuters
October 10, 2026 at 08:44 AMChina adds 10.52 million urban jobs in Jan-Sept, to roll out services jobs policy - Reuters
China adds 10.52 million urban jobs in Jan-Sept, to roll out services jobs policy Reuters
October 10, 2026 at 02:53 AMAshe was too scared to cancel her wedding - the story became a hit song
US singer-songwriter Ashe reveals the story behind her international smash hit, Stop The Wedding.
October 9, 2026 at 11:01 PMTrump renews bid to fire Fed's Cook with fresh White House inquiry - Reuters
Trump renews bid to fire Fed's Cook with fresh White House inquiry Reuters
October 9, 2026 at 05:51 PMCanadian dollar hits 18-month low as jobs data clips rate hike bets - Reuters
Canadian dollar hits 18-month low as jobs data clips rate hike bets Reuters
October 9, 2026 at 05:25 PMChina, EU strike deal to halve Chinese hybrid exports - Reuters
China, EU strike deal to halve Chinese hybrid exports Reuters
October 9, 2026 at 04:58 PM