A-Z of this web site
This A-Z index is a comprehensive guide to this website, providing details of information that can be found on the site. Each entry is linked to pages which are maintained by whichever department or partner offers that service.
You can access individual A-Z entries from the top right of every page on this website.
As your local council we'll be involved with you through many events in your life - we'll register you when you're born, we'll be there when you go to school, some of you will work with us, we'll take away your rubbish and we'll be there to provide support if you need extra help in your life.
We work with various organisations - such as community representatives, faith organisations, the health service, police, colleges and businesses, all with the aim of making your life better.
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Safer routes to school
The "Safer routes to school" project is a Salford City Council initiative which involves children and their parents in identifying problems on their routes between home and school.
Salford Care and Education Service
The Salford Care and Education Service aims to help improve the educational achievements of looked after children. We want to help everyone, no matter what their background, to make the most of their talents and help them to achieve their potential.
Salford Children's Fund
Salford Children's Fund is part of a Government strategy to tackle poverty and social exclusion, and to help children and young people fulfil their potential. The Salford Children's Fund supports services across the city that can give you a hand just when you need it. Contact us (details below) for more information.
Salford City Council's logo (visual identity)
A specification is available to help designers use Salford City Council's logo correctly. Requests for copies of the Salford City Council logo and our corporate logo specification can be made here.
Salford Community Leisure
The city council has set up a new not-for-profit organisation to manage leisure facilities across the Salford, called Salford Community Leisure Limited (SCL).
Salford Home Improvement Agency
Salford Home Improvement Agency can help you if you need repairs, adaptations or improvements to you home, enabling you to stay put in comfort and safety.
Salford LEA
There are 150 local education authorities (LEAs) in England which are responsible for the strategic management of local education services.
Salford MPs
Salford has three constituencies – Eccles, Salford and Worsley. This page provides information on how to contact your parliamentary representative.
Salford Sioux
During the winter of 1887-88 hundreds of Oglala Sioux Indians – depicted in the 1990 film 'Dances with Wolves' – once settled in their teepees for six months on the cold and damp banks of the River Irwell in Salford.
Salford Sports Council
The Salford Sports Council was formed in 1974. It was re-launched in 2002 where it was agreed that all Salford based sports clubs affiliate to the Salford Sports Council.
Salford Triathlon ITU World Cup
Details about the Salford ITU World Cup triathlon event held at The Quays
Salford computer audit services
Working with interested local authorities to determine needs in IT/IS auditing, filling gaps in their existing audit plans and addressing specific technical platforms or systems.
Salfordian Hotel
The hotel is run by the Salfordian Trust and caters mainly for older Salford residents and less mobile visitors but also welcomes other guests. Special rates are available for group bookings.
School admissions - nursery
Apply for nursery places for children from the age of 3 years in Community, Voluntary Controlled and Voluntary Aided Schools.
School admissions - primary
There are community primary schools, voluntary aided schools, voluntary controlled schools, special schools (for pupils with special educational needs) and early years centres. These pages will help you with the process of applying for a school place at a primary school, how to appeal if your child is refused admission, children with special needs.
School admissions - secondary
If your child will be transferring to a secondary school in September 2007 you can now apply for a place online using our interactive form.
School admissions
Considering a school for your child for the first time or on transfer from primary to secondary school is very important and we appreciate that parents/carers want to make an informed decision as to which school they would prefer their children to attend.
School calendar
This page provides information on the school calendar.
School crossing patrols
There are around 90 school crossing patrols operating throughout the city of Salford. School crossing patrols - or lollipop men and women, as they are affectionately known - are there to help both children and adults to cross the roads.
School finder
Need to find out more about a school or college in Salford?
School transport
Transport for pupils and students to and from school and college can be arranged free of charge, subject to certain criteria being met.
Schools - meals
These pages provide information on school meals, sample menus, and how to qualify for free school meals. The information provided here is also available in the primary schools section of our web pages.
Schools - gifted and talented pupils
Opportunities for pupils who are gifted in one or more subject.
Schools - governors
Governors work with staff to steer the direction that the school takes.
Schools - safer routes to school
The "Safer routes to school" project is a Salford City Council initiative which involves children and their parents in identifying problems on their routes between home and school.
Schools - special educational needs
Some children may need extra support at school, to help them achieve to the best of their ability.
Schools - transport
Salford LEA does not operate a free bus pass scheme for schoolchildren. However if your child attends a special school or has a statement of special educational needs, he/she can obtain a pass from GMPTE.
Schools
If you want to find out about pre-school facilities (age 0-4), primary schools (age 4-11), secondary schools (age 11-16), as well as further/higher education, adult education and training/job opportunities, then visit our Learning pages.
Screensaver
Feel free to download our fabulous new Salford screensaver which features photographs that evoke our city's spirit of urban regeneration and reflect the many changes that are underway to modernise Salford.
Scrutiny
Overview and Scrutiny has emerged as a result of the modernisation of local government. One of the aims of scrutiny is to review and help to develop council policies by working with officers, partners, external organisations and the local community.
Second hand dealers
If you are a dealer in second hand goods, you must register with the local authority where your premises are situated. There is no fee to register as a second hand goods dealer.
Secondary schools
These pages explain many of Salford's policies for secondary-aged pupils.
Securing your home
Security measures in your home will increase peace of mind and far outweigh the potential costs, financial and emotional, of a burglary. Get a copy of our free home security guide.
Security at home
Over the past two years Salford City Council has secured more than 3000 homes across the city by providing packages to people who are most vulnerable against burglaries.
Seedley
Find out how Salford City Council is working to improve the quality of life for all residents in your locality.
Self-help guidance
We have a number of leaflets available to help businesses comply with the law.
Sensory services and equipment
Support, training and equipment for people who have sight or hearing difficulties.
Service Pledge
This page displays links to all the Environment Service Pledges.
Service request
Our online service request form can be used to report a wide variety of problems or request specific services.
Service voters
Members of the armed forces may register to vote at their home address just as a normal civilian elector or as a Service Voter . Service Voters are entitled to vote in Local, Parliamentary and European Parliamentary Elections in the UK.
Seven pledges
In 2002 Salford City Council made six pledges to all our local communities aimed at delivering the Council's mission statement which is "to create the best possible quality of life for the people of Salford". The number of pledges has now been increased to 7.
Sewers
What constitutes a drain? What constitutes a sewer? Drains and sewers often become blocked and there is often confusion over the responsibility. This page guides you on how to tell the difference.
Sheltered housing
There are a range of landlords in Salford that provide sheltered housing. The schemes offer housing to people who wish to continue to live an independent lifestyle, but would like the reassurance of extra support.
Shopping and cleaning
Older people and people with disabilities may be able to get subsidised help with shopping and cleaning.
Signs and Nameplates on the highway
We're always pleased to receive details of damaged or missing road signs (including street nameplates).
Single parenting
Being a single parent can mean that you have the sole responsibility of bringing up your child/children. There may be times when you need a little help, advice or support and there are many organisations that can assist you.
Skips
Any skip placed on the public highway requires a permit. This must be obtained by the supplying skip company prior to placing a skip on the road for you. We will need to assess the safety implications that may arise from the placing of the skip such as proximity to crossings or junctions, width of the road, etc.
Smoke pollution
These pages provide an overview of the services provided by the city council's Pollution Control team, including air, vehicle and industrial pollution, and bonfires.
Smoking - help quitting
Stopping smoking could be the healthiest thing you ever do - but it can be difficult. If you would like advice, help and support you can contact the smoking cessation service.
Social Services
Community, Health and Social Care can provide or arrange services for adults and children who may need help in their everyday lives. This might be for a few weeks or for a long time. We may be able to offer help, support and care to people who are vulnerable, because of age, disability, mental ill-health or dependency.
Societies
There is a fantastic range of sports clubs and societies in Salford for people of all ages and abilities.
Special educational needs
Some children may need extra support at school, to help them achieve to the best of their ability.
Spills and oil on the highway
A specialist street cleansing crew is available to deal with sanding of oil, diesel or petrol spills on highways.
Sport
Find out about the wide range of sports and activities for people of all ages and abilities.
Sports centres
Salford has some great leisure facilities throughout the city. Visit our pages to find out about swimming pools in Salford, Fit Cities, children's holiday activities, the Watersports Centre, gymnastics and much more.
Sports clubs
There is a fantastic range of sports clubs and societies in Salford for people of all ages and abilities.
Squatters
If you are a home-owner or tenant having housing problems such as finding somewhere to live, landlord harassment, eviction or repossession, contact the Housing advice line.
Stages in your life
The Life Events section of this web site aims to point you in the direction of information, advice and support for those times. The information provided comes both from Salford City Council and other regional or national organisations to assist you in obtaining the best possible information and advice during the key points of your life.
Standing for election to the city council
A councillor represents their constituents and deals with their problems and questions irrespective of whether they have voted for them. As a councillor, you will act as a bridge between the public and the council. Councillors have the ultimate responsibility for how services are provided in the city of Salford. There will be a full council election in June 2004.
Starting a business
If you are thinking of starting a business, have a great idea and the motivation but not sure where to start , we can help to point you in the right direction.
Statement of licensing policy (Licensing Act 2003)
The council has responsibility for licensing all premises in the city of Salford which sell alcohol, provide entertainment or sell hot food and drink between the hours of 11.00pm and 5am. The policy provides guidance to applicants, objectors and interested residents and businesses and the approach the licensing authority takes towards licensing.
Staying put in your home
Salford Home Improvement Agency can help you if you need repairs, adaptations or improvements to you home, enabling you to stay put in comfort and safety.
Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council
Greater Manchester has ten local authorities and 2.5 million people in one city region. There is great richness in its cultural heritage and in the diverse mix of its community. This diversity is melded together by services, transport, business links and mutual opportunities. Salford is adjacent to the Borough of Warrington, part of the county of Cheshire.
Stolen goods
These pages provide general advice on your consumer rights in the United Kingdom. They provide information and guidelines to help you to resolve your own consumer problems. Leaflets, sample letters and helpful tips on pursuing your complaint are all included.
Stray dogs
Each local authority has a duty to deal with stray dogs. Salford City Council has a contracted dog warden service to deal with many of the aspects of dog control, such as responsible dog ownership, dog fouling legislation and care of stray dogs.
Street cleansing
Salford City Council has a legal duty to clear litter and refuse from the public places for which it is responsible, such as streets, parks, playgrounds and pedestrianised areas. This includes the removal of abandoned vehicles and dead animals, as well as gritting roads and unblocking drains and sewers.
Street collections
Permission must be granted by the Local Authority before a street or house to house collection can take place.
Street lighting
The maintenance of street lighting in Salford is carried out by City Highways. The service can also be used to report damaged traffic signs and bollards.
Street naming in Salford
Salford City Council, as the statutory highway authority for the city, is responsible for the naming of streets and the numbering of property throughout Salford.
Street traders
This page outlines the Salford City Council street trading consent scheme for all street trading activities such as hot food vehicles, ice cream vans and flower stalls.
Student grants
Use these pages to find out more about student loans, grants and allowance for students and about obtaining free school meals, free school transport and bus passes for school children.
Sunday trading
In order to apply for a Sunday trading registration, traders need to download and complete an application form and provide details of the shop and your intended opening hours on a Sunday.
Supporting People
Supporting People is a new programme which was introduced in April 2003 to help vulnerable people live independently.
Swimming
Salford has some great leisure facilities throughout the city. Visit our pages to find out about swimming pools in Salford, Fit Cities, children's holiday activities, the Watersports Centre, gymnastics and much more.
Swinton
Find out how Salford City Council is working to improve the quality of life for all residents in your locality.
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