All this week Salford Council has being doing an admirable job of keeping critical services running, with reduced staff and resources. The council’s website at http://www.salford.gov.uk has (and continues to be) an invaluable source of the latest information.

Here are the updates for Friday 8th January 2010:

All refuse/recycling collection services are suspended. We are assured that when collections recommence, any black bags (properly sealed) WILL be collected as well.

All Salford schools are closed again. A decision will be taken later today regarding Monday. Check http://www.salford.gov.uk/schoolclosures.htm

Pendleton Gateway is open, but they are closing at 4.30pm

Salix Homes are operating, but only carrying out emergency repairs (burst pipes, gas repairs etc). Salix can be contacted on 0800 218 2000

There is a wealth of information on all other council services at http://www.salford.gov.uk/servicedisruption.htm