Every day this week, we're reporting from each of Greater Manchester's cities and boroughs with real examples of how the spending cuts are being made. Allan will then hold decision makers to account.

Our own Ranvir Singh joins the Vagina Monologues in Manchester. And two hundred miles, four weeks, four wounded soldiers and one North Pole; an amazing Arctic adventure.

Get interactive on Facebook, Twitter, texts, e-mails and Manchester's best blogs.

Talking jazz with Kenny Ball ahead of his Bridgewater Hall concert with Acker Bilk and Chris Barber. And why Salford's Professor Brian Cox is going back to his roots with the band D:ream.

The latest news, sport and traffic.

Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville talks about his retirement and his future at the club.

You'll also hear Sir Alex Ferguson on Nani reminding him of Cristiano Ronaldo. Show more

Coverage of Marseille v Manchester United in the Champions League. Kick-off at 7.45pm.

After the Baftas and in the run-up to the Oscars this weekend, John Barnes is talking about films with the team from one of our very own North West arthouses - the Cornerhouse in Manchester.

Hit your sleep button... and relax.

Danielle Porter sits in. Great company through the night and some of our best bits again.