James East sits in with news, music and chat to start your Monday morning.

Eamonn O'Neal sits in with a look at the biggest changes to the welfare system in 60 years.

Pensioners may benefit from free bus passes but Sam asks you does public transport provide a good enough service to make it all worthwhile?

Becky speaks to TV and radio presenter, journalist and author Stuart Maconie.

Andy finds out about the Starflyer which is coming to Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester city centre.

Jimmy Wagg brings you our weekly football phone-in.

Join Mark Forrest as he brings the best of the day's BBC Local Radio together.

Join John for big name guests, news from around the world and musical memories.

BBC Radio Manchester joins BBC Radio 5 live.