https://news.ketelle.co.uk/entities/richard-leese Stories involving Richard Leese, told neutrally, with how each side covers them. en-gb https://news.ketelle.co.uk/stories/developer-claims-manchester-council-gave-man-city-owners-firm-first-of https://news.ketelle.co.uk/stories/developer-claims-manchester-council-gave-man-city-owners-firm-first-of Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:03:22 +0100 UK A 2015 deal gave Abu Dhabi United Group, owner of Manchester City, first pick of council land in Ancoats and New Islington. A developer called it a "sweetheart deal", while former council leader Sir Richard Leese and the council say it benefited the city. (2 outlets: 0 left · 1 centre · 1 right)