Overview
- The Board of Trustees says it is working with legal and financial advisers and has paused further public comment until an update promised for Oct. 22.
- At least 10 performers told the Manchester Evening News they have not been paid for August appearances, including Zahirah Zapanta and Saki Yew, with producer Lucky Roy Singh warning she may sell costumes to support unpaid acts.
- Equity says it has received multiple queries from affected performers, notes the industry standard is a maximum of 30 days for payment, and is prepared to support members in bringing claims if needed.
- Reports from The Mill and Attitude suggest the organisation could enter administration, though this has not been confirmed by Manchester Pride.
- Companies House filings show Manchester Pride Ltd recorded a £467,000 loss in 2023 and ended the year with negative funds of £356,000, while Manchester city council says it is aware of the situation.