Long form read of the week: Idealism, secrets and paranoia in Burnage Garden Village

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This week’s long-form read is penned by journalist Sophie Atkinson and explores Burnage Garden Village, an unusual neighbourhood in South Manchester that operates as a co-operative. However what starts as a piece focusing on the unique – and rare – nature of utopias soon morphs into something surprising and different. Intrigued? Head to the Manchester Mill website to read the piece for yourself or follow the link below to sign up and received similar stories.