'If he can come, why can't anyone?': Prince William greeted by delighted residents as he visits Moss Side
manchestereveningnews.co.ukSouth Manchester had a royal visit today as Prince William visited communities in Moss Side. The Prince of Wales travelled to The Hideaway Youth Project before heading to the Moss Side Millennium Powerhouse to speak to young people and families impacted by youth violence.
The visit was full of light-hearted moments as the Prince tried his hand at pool and even sang happy birthday to a youngster - but the powerful message behind the trip was clear as he spoke to families who have lost loved ones to youth violence. READ MORE: Greater Manchester teenager one of six in court charged with murder of 14-year-old boy READ MORE: The 'shocking' failures which left mum and three young kids stuck in 'uninhabitable home' full of damp and rot To start the day, the Prince of Wales travelled to The Hideaway Youth Project where he was greeted by civic leaders including Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, and leader of Manchester City Council Bev Craig.
In an area of Manchester that has been rocked by youth violence, The Hideaway Youth Project has provided an essential safe space for young people in the area.
Working with the Manchester Peace Together Alliance, the centre helps young people aged 10-25 in south Manchester’s communities to tackle youth violence.
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