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Hakim Hafazalla

First look inside 'phenomenal' new £22m Gorton Hub with GP surgery, Jobcentre and library

Photos show the inside of a new £22m hub in east Manchester which is set to open next week.

The Gorton centre will offer a library, GP surgery and Jobcentre under one roof when it launches on Tuesday, November 15. A café is set to throw open its doors next year.

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Manchester Evening News were invited for a guided tour of the facility in Garrett Way. Gorton's public library closed on November 5 and is combining with Gorton's Hub to bring a new vibrant space.

The library features an easy check out self service system where you will have the ability to rent, return and extend the time you borrow your books for.

The library features computers and a wide selection of books (Manchester City Council)

One of the best additions is the children's area located in the upper right area of the library. It is filled with colour has an astrology and space theme.

One of the most important aspects of the Hub is teaching the community around the history of Gorton. The Library will include memorabilia and murals showcasing some of the past events and details of the area's history.

The Hub will be filled with memorabilia of Gorton's past (Manchester City Council)

Services that cater to adults are the new Jobcentre and the Manchester Adult Education courses.

The Jobcentre in Openshaw has closed down and will be combining with Gorton's Hub to help the unemployed find a job with training opportunities as well as those who claim Universal Credit.

This will be the most accessible GP in Gorton (Manchester City Council)

The Manchester Adult Education service will educate local residents with core subjects such as Maths and English. The Gorton Hub will boast a GP office on the top floor for local residents.

There are many private rooms in which residents can speak to a doctor about any concerns they have. There is a separate area for children which involves much more colour with both areas being clean and modern.

Children's area in Gorton Hub's GP (Manchester City Council)

Shaun Jones, the North West director for Morgan Standall Construction, told the MEN: “It’s been a pleasure working so closely with the city council to maximise the positive impact the Gorton Hub will bring. Together, we have created £16m of social value.

"This is phenomenal and will leave a legacy in Gorton for years to come - we’re looking forward to seeing the local and economic growth that follows.”

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