Matt White brings you news, music and chat to start the day.

As unemployment figures are released we look at the jobs crisis in the region. Plus reaction to the washout in Warsaw as England's World Cup qualifer against Poland was postponed.

Charities are warning that changes to the benefits system will mean real hardships for disabled people and their families.
We ask with the rising cost of living, how do you survive on benefits?

Live from The Opera House as the new Dolly Parton musical “9 to 5” opens in Manchester. Becky takes you behind the scenes and speaks to some of the stars.

The day's news and why does the Metrolink have a stop that no-one seems to use. We find out more about Pomona.

Who would make your Manchester United all-time XI, and who would miss out?

Plus hear from Wayne Rooney and Tom Cleverley on playing for England. Show more

Spence Macdonald plays our best bits again.

Evening music and entertainment.

BBC Radio Manchester joins BBC Radio 5 live.