A-Z of this website

This A-Z index is a comprehensive guide to this website, providing details of information that can be found on the site. Each entry is linked to pages which are maintained by whichever department or partner offers that service.

As your local council we'll be involved with you through many events in your life - we'll register you when you're born, we'll be there when you go to school, some of you will work with us, we'll take away your rubbish and we'll be there to provide support if you need extra help in your life.

We work with various organisations - such as community representatives, faith organisations, the health service, police, colleges and businesses, all with the aim of making your life better.

Entries for 'F'

Fair play charter for the motor trade
Eight of the ten Greater Manchester Authorities, including Salford, operate a trader registration scheme called the Fair Play Charter (for the motor trade). Traders who apply to join give a commitment to trade honestly and fairly.

Fair trading
These pages provide general advice on your consumer rights in the United Kingdom. They provide information and guidelines to help you to resolve your own consumer problems. Leaflets, sample letters and helpful tips on pursuing your complaint are all included.

Family history searches
If you wish to trace your family tree by birth, marriage or death, and the event occurred in Salford, then we can trace the entry for you and supply a certificate as long as you are able to provide us with enough information.

Family Information Service
Free impartial help, information and advice on all services for children and young people from 0 to 19 and their families in Salford, including: choosing chilcare; help with chilcare costs; parenting support; services for disabled children; and activities for families.

Family learning
Family learning is about giving families the opportunity to learn new skills together, discover hidden talents and have some fun at the same time.

Famous Salfordians
All kinds of well known people are associated with the city. Here’s a selection of famous sons and daughters of Salford.

Finances
The council receives income from a number of sources and spends it on the people of Salford.

Financial advice for students - debt
If you are having problems with your credit card bills, bank account, rent etc. do not ignore it. Act immediately to stop the problem getting worse.

Financial help and support for students and school children
Use these pages to find out more about student loans, grants and allowance for students and about obtaining free school meals, free school transport and bus passes for school children.

Find my nearest ...
UpMyStreet is the UK's leading provider of local information, offering an invaluable service to consumers and businesses across the whole of the UK. The website helps people find out more about a neighbourhood, whether they want to research and find a new place to live, or make the most of their home and local community. Users simply enter their postcode or town on the site to access relevant information.

Fire
Greater Manchester County Fire Service (GMCFS) is a single-purpose authority with statutory responsibilities under the Fire Services Act 1947 to attend emergency calls to fires and provide advice and enforcement on fire safety matters.

Flood advice for householders
Previous experience with floods has shown that any risk to public health is very small. However risk to health can be reduced by taking some precautions which will also help to restore your home to good order.

Flood risk and development
Offers advice and guidance on flood risk and development.

Flood water on the highway
If you notice a blocked gully or flooded road please report it to Highways Services.

Flu jabs
All Salford residents aged 65 or over OR in an 'at risk' group can receive a free flu vaccination at their GPs Practice.

Fly tipping
The fly tipping of controlled waste is a serious criminal offence which carries a fine of up to £20,000 or an offender can even be sent to prison. It is important to realise that it is also an offence to permit fly tipping. Salford City Council treats this problem very seriously and will prosecute anyone caught fly tipping waste in the Salford area.

Food complaints
Environmental Health Officers aim to ensure that food and drink intended for human consumption, which is produced, stored, distributed or handled within any of the 1,923 food premises in the Salford City Council area, is without risk to the health and safety of the consumer. Our pages provide advice on food safety, food poisoning, and to provide advice leaflets on the preparation and hygiene when dealing with food.

Food premises
Any building or vehicle storing, distributing, cooking or selling food must be registered. This includes burger and ice cream vans.

Food premises registration
The law requires registration of premises used for a food business. Download an application form from our pages.

Food safety
Environmental health officers aim to ensure that food that is bought and food that is served is fit for consumption and safe. If you have concerns about a shop or restaurant you should let us know.

Footpaths
If you need information on reporting broken pavements, trip hazards and potholes, these pages provide information on who to contact.

Forums
An area of the website that enables visitors to our website to exchange views, ideas and experience on a range of subjects. There's also the opportunity to pose questions and seek answers.

Forward Plan
The forward plan is a document published giving advance notice of key decisions that are to be taken by the council's cabinet, a lead member, or an officer of the council.

Fostering
If you are interested in finding out about adopting a child or becoming a foster parent, you can call 0161 799 1268.

Free bus pass
Older people, people with disabilities and some children may be eligible for reduced fares on public transport.

Freedom of Information Act 2000
The Freedom of Information Act 2000 gives the public a general right of access to all types of 'recorded' information held by 'public authorities' (which includes local authorities).

Funeral
There are many issues to consider when a loved one dies. These pages will guide you through the process of registering a death, things that need returning and who needs to be informed. You will also find a list of charges and how to make a complaint.

Further and higher education
Use these pages to find out information on going to college or university, how to get financial help, housing, vocational training and youth services.