themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Martin Lewis says these methods could slash your car insurance by hundreds

Martin Lewis has issued advice to drivers that could potentially save them hundreds .
The money-saving expert dished out his top tips for reducing the cost on Monday 's episode of the Martin Lewis Show .
Speaking to viewers , he explained : `` Cutting car insurance costs is less about common sense and more about small changes in your behaviour that can bring big price swings . ''
He continued : `` These days , you have to have [ car ] insurance if you have a car , the only time you don ’ t need that is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We live in an auto-renewal world . ''
Martin added : `` [ It ’ s ] a world where insurance companies will auto-renew you .
So you have continued cover and you don ’ t break the law . ''
In a warning to viewers , he went on to say : `` But the problem with that is auto-renewal is a sin !
`` It is a money-saving sin , and you should not do it . ''
Get your timing right The first thing Martin says motorists need to do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the right time - with the ideal time being from 35 to 21 days before your insurance is up .
He says : `` It 's all bout the date when you get your renewal - 21 days beforehand .
`` It 's not an exact science , but it shows how timing it can make a big difference for everyone .
`` When it comes to car insurance , be the early bird who catches the worm . ''
Do n't just do the 'logical ' thing You might think insurance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were parking in a car park instead of a driveway , but that 's not always the case .
`` It 's all based on actuarial risk , '' Martin says .
This is the system insurers use to compare how many people claim , and what they enter into their forms .
This means it 's based on pure numbers of what people have done in real life before , rather than any idea of who is safer .
Martin said that you should try using different comparison sites .
`` I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said .
That 's because deals are done between sites and insurers - so the same insurance could be cheaper on one than another .
You also need to add in Direct Line and Aviva - as they do n't appear on comparison sites - and if you have more than one car in your household check out the multi car deals available from Admiral , Aviva and LV as that 's sometimes cheaper too .
Once you know the policy you want - Martin advised people to haggle , to see if @ @ @ @ @ @ @

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Martin Lewis has issued advice to drivers that could potentially save them hundreds.
The money-saving expert dished out his top tips for reducing the cost on Monday's episode of the Martin Lewis Show.
Speaking to viewers, he explained: "Cutting car insurance costs is less about common sense and more about small changes in your behaviour that can bring big price swings."
He continued: "These days, you have to have [car] insurance if you have a car, the only time you don’t need that is if you have a SORN.
"We live in an auto-renewal world."
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Martin added: "[It’s] a world where insurance companies will auto-renew you. So you have continued cover and you don’t break the law."
In a warning to viewers, he went on to say: "But the problem with that is auto-renewal is a sin!
"It is a money-saving sin, and you should not do it."
Get your timing right
The first thing Martin says motorists need to do to get insurance prices down is renewal at the right time - with the ideal time being from 35 to 21 days before your insurance is up.
He says: "It's all bout the date when you get your renewal - 21 days beforehand.
"It's not an exact science, but it shows how timing it can make a big difference for everyone.
"When it comes to car insurance, be the early bird who catches the worm."
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Don't just do the 'logical' thing
You might think insurance would be cheaper if you said you were parking in a car park instead of a driveway, but that's not always the case.
"It's all based on actuarial risk," Martin says.
This is the system insurers use to compare how many people claim, and what they enter into their forms. This means it's based on pure numbers of what people have done in real life before, rather than any idea of who is safer.
Use comparison sites
Martin said that you should try using different comparison sites. "I use at least three," he said.
That's because deals are done between sites and insurers - so the same insurance could be cheaper on one than another.
You also need to add in Direct Line and Aviva - as they don't appear on comparison sites - and if you have more than one car in your household check out the multi car deals available from Admiral, Aviva and LV as that's sometimes cheaper too.
Once you know the policy you want - Martin advised people to haggle, to see if their existing insurer will beat it.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Britain’s Got Talent under water trick 'goes wrong leaving magician in danger’ during Manchester aud

Britain’s Got Talent under water trick 'goes wrong leaving magician in danger’ during Manchester auditions

The Britain ’ s Got Talent auditions in Manchester are reported to have been halted on Monday night after a water submersion trick 'went wrong ' .
The escapologist performing a complicated illusion is thought to have been in potential danger so a worried Simon Cowell was made to stop proceedings and call in a medic .
The trick saw all four judges , including Simon , David Walliams , Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden get involved in the act by taking charge of instruments and keys while the escapologist was submerged in water .
Each key was eliminated one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one key releasing the magician from his chains .
But according to reports David ’ s key - which was the one that would release the performer - was not taken up onto the stage , and instead it was left on the judges ’ table , dangerously running up the clock on the act .
A source told the Metro that Simon attempted to stop the act and called a medic to make sure that there performer was ok .
They said : “ It was horrible .
David looked absolutely mortified @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to stop production and a medic was called in.
” They continued : “ It looked like it was part of the act to begin with , but it soon dawned on everyone that it wasn ’ t .
That this was a real problem that threatened their safety .
“ Thankfully they were able to correct themselves but there was a real moment where we thought it could end in disaster and it was clear everyone was beginning to panic.
” The Manchester Evening News has contacted ITV for a comment .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ this year on ITV .

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The Britain’s Got Talent auditions in Manchester are reported to have been halted on Monday night after a water submersion trick 'went wrong'.
The escapologist performing a complicated illusion is thought to have been in potential danger so a worried Simon Cowell was made to stop proceedings and call in a medic.
The trick saw all four judges, including Simon, David Walliams, Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden get involved in the act by taking charge of instruments and keys while the escapologist was submerged in water.
Each key was eliminated one by one during the act, with one key releasing the magician from his chains.
(Image: ITV)
But according to reports David’s key - which was the one that would release the performer - was not taken up onto the stage, and instead it was left on the judges’ table, dangerously running up the clock on the act.
A source told the Metro that Simon attempted to stop the act and called a medic to make sure that there performer was ok.
They said: “It was horrible. David looked absolutely mortified as Simon started trying to signal producers to stop production and a medic was called in.”
(Image: PA)
They continued: “It looked like it was part of the act to begin with, but it soon dawned on everyone that it wasn’t. That this was a real problem that threatened their safety.
“Thankfully they were able to correct themselves but there was a real moment where we thought it could end in disaster and it was clear everyone was beginning to panic.”
The Manchester Evening News has contacted ITV for a comment.
Britain’s Got Talent airs later this year on ITV.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Memphis Depay sends Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba message following injury update

Memphis Depay has sent former Manchester United teammate Paul Pogba a message of support following his latest injury update .
Pogba is currently undergoing rehabilitation from ankle surgery as he fights to regain fitness and return to action for United this month .
The French midfielder has been hard at work at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex in Dubai , doing individual exercises with a personal trainer as he steps up his regime .
Pogba did not travel on United 's winter break training camp to Marbella with the rest of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's squad , however injured @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The World Cup winner returned to the first-team over the festive period but soon needed to undergo an operation on the problematic ankle that has restricted him to just eight appearances in all competitions this season .
Taking to social media on Wednesday morning the 26-year-old posted the latest injury update to his Instagram account which showed him undergo a more intense strength-based regime .
Pogba uploaded the video to his personal account in which he says : `` Four weeks after surgery .
Feeling good . ''
Lyon winger Memphis Depay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reply to the post , and posted a message of support to his close friend in the comments .
`` Soon '' the Dutch international wrote along with three flame emojis .
Memphis is himself currently sidelined with injury and is expected to miss the rest of the season after he ruptured his anterior cruciate knee ligament .

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Memphis Depay has sent former Manchester United teammate Paul Pogba a message of support following his latest injury update.
Pogba is currently undergoing rehabilitation from ankle surgery as he fights to regain fitness and return to action for United this month.
The French midfielder has been hard at work at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex in Dubai, doing individual exercises with a personal trainer as he steps up his regime.
Pogba did not travel on United's winter break training camp to Marbella with the rest of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's squad, however injured duo Scott McTominay and Axel Tuanzebe did.
The World Cup winner returned to the first-team over the festive period but soon needed to undergo an operation on the problematic ankle that has restricted him to just eight appearances in all competitions this season.
Taking to social media on Wednesday morning the 26-year-old posted the latest injury update to his Instagram account which showed him undergo a more intense strength-based regime.
Pogba uploaded the video to his personal account in which he says: "Four weeks after surgery. Feeling good."
Lyon winger Memphis Depay was among the thousands of people to reply to the post, and posted a message of support to his close friend in the comments.
"Soon" the Dutch international wrote along with three flame emojis. Memphis is himself currently sidelined with injury and is expected to miss the rest of the season after he ruptured his anterior cruciate knee ligament.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--ADVERTORIAL: How to choose a conveyancer in Manchester and what they can do for you

Considered one of the UK ’ s major cities outside of London , Manchester has a diverse population of over 500,000 people living in the city itself , and around three million people living within the metropolitan district .
Manchester was the first industrialised city in the world with features such as the Manchester Ship Canal and the world ’ s first railway station as part of this legacy .
Manchester is also considered a popular city with students being home to one of the UK ’ s largest universities .
For families , there is Ordsall Hall , Tatton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Manchester is well located for access to Peak District National Park .
In terms of the housing market , the average house price with a Manchester postcode is £192,000 which is considerably lower than the overall average for England and Wales .
This has increased by one per cent in the 12 months up to October 2019 .
With such a diverse city and population , there are many different housing and investment options within the city and surrounding area .
What is a conveyancer and what will they do for me ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , there is an important legal process that must be followed in order to secure your investment and make sure your interest in the property is correctly registered with the land registry .
A conveyancer is a specialist solicitor or lawyer that guides you through this legal process and can also help with leasing and re-mortgaging properties .
Instructing a competent conveyancer is particularly important when there is a mortgage involved .
In the past , the majority of people moving house based their decision when choosing a conveyancer on recommendations from friends @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stick with their local high street firm and returned to the same firm for future home moves .
Several factors mean that home movers today are looking to as the answer .
These factors include the government 's Help to Buy and Shared Ownership schemes , making house buying more accessible for people wanting to take the first step onto the property ladder or increase the size of their home as their family expands .
The internet , mobile devices and a move to a more tech-savvy nation mean that it is easier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of their local area .
If like many people , you work 9am to 5pm on weekdays or night shifts , it may not be convenient to visit your local high street conveyancing firm .
Online conveyancing means that you can obtain and compare quotes at a time and in a place that suits you .
Many have tailored quote calculators meaning that you can input a few details online and obtain a quote specific to your transaction .
Conveyancing as a practice and the have moved to electronic formats meaning that most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in centralised electronic databases .
Online conveyancing firms use case management software which allows them to track the progress of your case and upload documents .
There is an added advantage here as you can do all of this at a time to suit you , rather than being confined to set opening times .
Traditionally , conveyancers met clients in person in order to confirm their identity and complete relevant checks .
Online advances mean that today online conveyancers utilise electronic methods of ID verification and so it is not necessary to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for them to represent you .
There are several important factors to consider when buying property in Manchester .
Given its roots in the cotton industry , Manchester has many former cotton mills that have now been converted into housing developments .
It is important that your conveyancer considers the environmental implications and factors such as cladding when considering the conversion of a former industrial unit .
Alongside listed buildings , Manchester is home to a number of conservation areas and so your conveyancer needs to ensure that you are fully aware of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by previous owners and any proposed changes you should like to make .
You should ensure you fully understand what you can and can not do and any permission that may be required when purchasing a listed home or one in a conservation area .
Historical mining activity and also potential flood risks should also be checked by your conveyancer .
So , if your conveyancer isn ’ t based in Manchester , how will they know what might affect your property ?
All conveyancers handling the purchase of a property based anywhere @ @ @ @ @ @ @ series of searches including local authority and environmental searches .
As this information is all held centrally and electronically , it will be obtained by your conveyancer regardless of their location .
These searches provide the information that would only have been known by someone who knows the local area previously .
How can I be confident that my online conveyancer is reliable and what will I be charged ?
First and foremost , you should check that your conveyancer is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority ( SRA ) , Council for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Institute of Legal Executives ( CILEx ) .
It is also advisable that you read independent online reviews like those found on Trustpilot and Google .
If you are using a mortgage , then you should consult the conveyancer to confirm they are on the panel for your chosen lender .
You should also consider the fees being charged by your conveyancer .
A reputable firm will provide you with an itemised quotation prior to instruction .
You should carefully check that it is tailored to your specific transaction and all likely fees @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when you are nearing completion .
Typical fees that should be included are leasehold fees , help to buy or shared ownership fees , bank transfer fees , identity and anti-money laundering ( AML ) check fees .
It is important for you to weigh up your options rather than just going with cheapest quote provided online ; there is a fine line between good value for money and the service received .
Express Conveyancing is an online conveyancing firm that uses a panel of carefully selected conveyancers .
Good working relationships with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hand in hand with your allocated conveyancer to progress your transaction by way of a dedicated case manager .
The company recognises that it is important for clients to have the peace of mind of being able to contact their allocated conveyancer and conveyancing team by telephone , email and in person if they wish to .
Express Conveyancing can act for a client anywhere in England or Wales .
Contact the team to discuss your transaction in detail and receive an itemised quotation .
Express ' fees are fixed so providing your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when the quote was produced , you won ’ t pay anything in addition to the quote .
If you are looking to buy , sell , lease or re-mortgage a home , visit Express Conveyancing 's website or call 0800 799 9892 to discuss how the company can help you .

Considered one of the UK’s major cities outside of London, Manchester has a diverse population of over 500,000 people living in the city itself, and around three million people living within the metropolitan district.
Manchester was the first industrialised city in the world with features such as the Manchester Ship Canal and the world’s first railway station as part of this legacy.
Manchester is also considered a popular city with students being home to one of the UK’s largest universities. For families, there is Ordsall Hall, Tatton and Lyme Parks and further afield, Manchester is well located for access to Peak District National Park.
In terms of the housing market, the average house price with a Manchester postcode is £192,000 which is considerably lower than the overall average for England and Wales. This has increased by one per cent in the 12 months up to October 2019.
With such a diverse city and population, there are many different housing and investment options within the city and surrounding area.
What is a conveyancer and what will they do for me?
When you buy or sell a home, there is an important legal process that must be followed in order to secure your investment and make sure your interest in the property is correctly registered with the land registry.
A conveyancer is a specialist solicitor or lawyer that guides you through this legal process and can also help with leasing and re-mortgaging properties. Instructing a competent conveyancer is particularly important when there is a mortgage involved.
Online conveyancing solicitors
In the past, the majority of people moving house based their decision when choosing a conveyancer on recommendations from friends and family. Often many chose to stick with their local high street firm and returned to the same firm for future home moves.
Several factors mean that home movers today are looking to online conveyancing as the answer. These factors include the government's Help to Buy and Shared Ownership schemes, making house buying more accessible for people wanting to take the first step onto the property ladder or increase the size of their home as their family expands.
The internet, mobile devices and a move to a more tech-savvy nation mean that it is easier for home movers to consider conveyancers outside of their local area.
If like many people, you work 9am to 5pm on weekdays or night shifts, it may not be convenient to visit your local high street conveyancing firm. Online conveyancing means that you can obtain and compare quotes at a time and in a place that suits you. Many have tailored quote calculators meaning that you can input a few details online and obtain a quote specific to your transaction.
Conveyancing as a practice and the land registry have moved to electronic formats meaning that most information about a property is now held in centralised electronic databases. Online conveyancing firms use case management software which allows them to track the progress of your case and upload documents. There is an added advantage here as you can do all of this at a time to suit you, rather than being confined to set opening times.
Traditionally, conveyancers met clients in person in order to confirm their identity and complete relevant checks. Online advances mean that today online conveyancers utilise electronic methods of ID verification and so it is not necessary to visit the conveyancer in person in order for them to represent you.
Is having local knowledge important?
There are several important factors to consider when buying property in Manchester.
Given its roots in the cotton industry, Manchester has many former cotton mills that have now been converted into housing developments. It is important that your conveyancer considers the environmental implications and factors such as cladding when considering the conversion of a former industrial unit.
Alongside listed buildings, Manchester is home to a number of conservation areas and so your conveyancer needs to ensure that you are fully aware of the implications of this on changes made by previous owners and any proposed changes you should like to make.
You should ensure you fully understand what you can and cannot do and any permission that may be required when purchasing a listed home or one in a conservation area. Historical mining activity and also potential flood risks should also be checked by your conveyancer.
So, if your conveyancer isn’t based in Manchester, how will they know what might affect your property? All conveyancers handling the purchase of a property based anywhere in England and Wales will complete a series of searches including local authority and environmental searches.
As this information is all held centrally and electronically, it will be obtained by your conveyancer regardless of their location. These searches provide the information that would only have been known by someone who knows the local area previously.
How can I be confident that my online conveyancer is reliable and what will I be charged?
First and foremost, you should check that your conveyancer is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) or Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx). It is also advisable that you read independent online reviews like those found on Trustpilot and Google. If you are using a mortgage, then you should consult the conveyancer to confirm they are on the panel for your chosen lender.
You should also consider the fees being charged by your conveyancer. A reputable firm will provide you with an itemised quotation prior to instruction. You should carefully check that it is tailored to your specific transaction and all likely fees are included to avoid any hidden extras when you are nearing completion. Typical fees that should be included are leasehold fees, help to buy or shared ownership fees, bank transfer fees, identity and anti-money laundering (AML) check fees. It is important for you to weigh up your options rather than just going with cheapest quote provided online; there is a fine line between good value for money and the service received.
Specialist conveyancing solicitors
Express Conveyancing is an online conveyancing firm that uses a panel of carefully selected conveyancers. Good working relationships with the panel mean that Express Conveyancing work hand in hand with your allocated conveyancer to progress your transaction by way of a dedicated case manager.
The company recognises that it is important for clients to have the peace of mind of being able to contact their allocated conveyancer and conveyancing team by telephone, email and in person if they wish to.
Express Conveyancing can act for a client anywhere in England or Wales. Contact the team to discuss your transaction in detail and receive an itemised quotation. Express' fees are fixed so providing your transaction remains the same as it was when the quote was produced, you won’t pay anything in addition to the quote.
If you are looking to buy, sell, lease or re-mortgage a home, visit Express Conveyancing's website or call 0800 799 9892 to discuss how the company can help you.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Abdoulaye Doucoure opens the door to Manchester United transfer amid links

Abdoulaye Doucoure admits he could 'easily ' leave Watford at the end of the season amid speculation linking him with a move to Manchester United .
The French midfielder has been a standout player for Watford over the past couple of seasons and reports are already suggesting he could leave Vicarage Road at the end of the season .
Paris Saint-Germain and United have both been linked with a move for the central midfielder and Doucoure admits he is hoping to stay in the Premier League if possible .
However , the midfielder admits Champions League football is his main @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to a 'bigger ' club than Watford if given the chance .
`` If a big club manages to make an interesting offer for me , of course the club will let me leave , easily , '' he told Canal+ .
`` A club that plays in the Champions League is the goal , but I don ’ t have a particular one in mind .
`` We ’ re little by little arriving at the end of the cycle .
Maybe the club ( Watford ) has certain expectations for me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them yet , but I can still progress and still do good things , so if I were to change clubs , it would be to go up a level .
`` I ’ m happy in the Premier League .
I want to stay in the Premier League , that ’ s my main wish .
Then we ’ ll see what ’ s on offer , or not , for me this summer .
”

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Abdoulaye Doucoure admits he could 'easily' leave Watford at the end of the season amid speculation linking him with a move to Manchester United.
The French midfielder has been a standout player for Watford over the past couple of seasons and reports are already suggesting he could leave Vicarage Road at the end of the season.
Paris Saint-Germain and United have both been linked with a move for the central midfielder and Doucoure admits he is hoping to stay in the Premier League if possible.
However, the midfielder admits Champions League football is his main goal and that he will only move to a 'bigger' club than Watford if given the chance.
"If a big club manages to make an interesting offer for me, of course the club will let me leave, easily," he told Canal+.
"A club that plays in the Champions League is the goal, but I don’t have a particular one in mind.
"We’re little by little arriving at the end of the cycle. Maybe the club (Watford) has certain expectations for me, I don’t really know them yet, but I can still progress and still do good things, so if I were to change clubs, it would be to go up a level.
"I’m happy in the Premier League. I want to stay in the Premier League, that’s my main wish. Then we’ll see what’s on offer, or not, for me this summer.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--The Man City gesture that helped seal Ilkay Gundogan transfer for Pep Guardiola

Manchester City star Ilkay Gundogan has revealed a visit from City chief executive officer Ferran Soriano helped seal his move to the Etihad Stadium back in 2016 .
The Germany international was wanted by Liverpool with Jurgen Klopp keen to reunite with the midfielder who was an integral part of his Borussia Dortmund side which lifted the Bundesliga title and reached the final of the Champions League .
However , it was Man City that won the race for his signature , paying £20million to secure his services in June 2016 with Gundogan becoming Pep Guardiola 's first signing as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to wait until September to make his debut - his first game in four months - due to a knee injury he suffered at Dortmund .
Gundogan revealed his injury could have scuppered his move to the Premier League but a visit from Soriano in hospital helped put his mind at ease .
`` You have this great opportunity to join Pep and Man City - you 've agreed the deal and everything is nearly done , '' he told Fantasy PL .
`` We had a training session in March or April @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up .
I tried to jump and put the ball in the hoop , when I landed , it took my knee .
`` I was on the floor and my knee cap was dislocated .
The physio came , straightened my leg and the knee popped back in .
`` I had to have surgery and being out for four , five months you 're unsure whether the transfer is going to happen .
But I quickly got a sign from Pep and Man City .
`` Ferran Soriano visited me in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ something I really appreciated and have n't forgot until this day .
`` I wo n't forget it at any point . ''

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Manchester City star Ilkay Gundogan has revealed a visit from City chief executive officer Ferran Soriano helped seal his move to the Etihad Stadium back in 2016.
The Germany international was wanted by Liverpool with Jurgen Klopp keen to reunite with the midfielder who was an integral part of his Borussia Dortmund side which lifted the Bundesliga title and reached the final of the Champions League.
However, it was Man City that won the race for his signature, paying £20million to secure his services in June 2016 with Gundogan becoming Pep Guardiola's first signing as Blues manager.
The 29-year-old was forced to wait until September to make his debut - his first game in four months - due to a knee injury he suffered at Dortmund.
Gundogan revealed his injury could have scuppered his move to the Premier League but a visit from Soriano in hospital helped put his mind at ease.
"You have this great opportunity to join Pep and Man City - you've agreed the deal and everything is nearly done," he told Fantasy PL.
"We had a training session in March or April and we played basketball in our warm up. I tried to jump and put the ball in the hoop, when I landed, it took my knee.
"I was on the floor and my knee cap was dislocated. The physio came, straightened my leg and the knee popped back in.
"I had to have surgery and being out for four, five months you're unsure whether the transfer is going to happen. But I quickly got a sign from Pep and Man City.
"Ferran Soriano visited me in the hospital in Barcelona. It's something I really appreciated and haven't forgot until this day.
"I won't forget it at any point."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Tributes paid to 'Mrs Kindness' who died after being struck by HGV

Tributes have been paid to a grandma nicknamed 'Mrs Kindness ' who died after being struck by a HGV .
Violet McKernan , of Sale , was taken to hospital following the collision on Washway Road , near the junction of Sibson Way , in Sale , on Tuesday , February 4 .
Despite the efforts of medics she died as a result of her injuries on Thursday , February 6 .
Read more of today 's top stories here The family of the 84-year-old have now released an emotional statement paying tribute to her .
It said : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ August , 30 , 1935 and lived in Partington before moving to Sale .
“ Violet was a beloved wife of her late husband – Albert , mother to sons – Brian and Donald and grandma to Steven .
“ She lived a long and happy life but tragically lost her life following an accident on Washway Road , Sale on Tuesday , February 4 , 2020 .
“ Violet , who was known by her family and friends as Mrs Kindness , will be sadly missed.
” No arrests have been made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Sgt Brian Orr , of GMP ’ s Serious Collision Investigation Unit , said : “ This was a tragic incident which has now ultimately resulted in the death of a woman and our thoughts are with her family and friends at this sad time .
“ Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the collision so I would like to use this opportunity to , once again , appeal for anyone with information or dash cam footage to get in touch with officers without delay.
” Anyone with information @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741 quoting 1709 04/02/20 .

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Tributes have been paid to a grandma nicknamed 'Mrs Kindness' who died after being struck by a HGV.
Violet McKernan, of Sale, was taken to hospital following the collision on Washway Road, near the junction of Sibson Way, in Sale, on Tuesday, February 4.
Despite the efforts of medics she died as a result of her injuries on Thursday, February 6.
The family of the 84-year-old have now released an emotional statement paying tribute to her.
It said: "Violet McKernan was born in Hulme on August, 30, 1935 and lived in Partington before moving to Sale.
“Violet was a beloved wife of her late husband – Albert, mother to sons – Brian and Donald and grandma to Steven.
“She lived a long and happy life but tragically lost her life following an accident on Washway Road, Sale on Tuesday, February 4, 2020.
“Violet, who was known by her family and friends as Mrs Kindness, will be sadly missed.”
Greater Manchester Police continue to investigate the collision.
No arrests have been made and the HGV stopped at the scene.
Sgt Brian Orr, of GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “This was a tragic incident which has now ultimately resulted in the death of a woman and our thoughts are with her family and friends at this sad time.
“Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the collision so I would like to use this opportunity to, once again, appeal for anyone with information or dash cam footage to get in touch with officers without delay.”
Anyone with information should contact GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741 quoting 1709 04/02/20.
Alternatively, the independent charity – Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--A dad, his son and their mate ran out of money during a drinking session in Blackpool - so they stol

A dad, his son and their mate ran out of money during a drinking session in Blackpool - so they stole a load of catalytic converters

A father and son ran out of money during a drinking session in Blackpool , so stole several catalytic converters in order to carry on boozing .
Preston Crown Court heard how William Cawley Senior , of Oldham , his son William Cawley Junior , of Rochdale , and their friend William Greenwood , also of Rochdale , targeted five vehicles in a four hour spree in the seaside town last August .
Cawley Senior , 40 and Greenwood , 44 , were both jailed after pleading guilty to four counts of theft and one count of attempted theft from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Cawley Junior , 21 , also admitted the same crimes but escaped with just a community order .
The trio targeted cars across Blackpool and Thornton-Cleveleys , on the afternoon of August 6 , 2019 , taking catalytic converters worth around £2,000 from several parked cars .
Recorder Tom Gilbart said : `` This crime involved a high degree of planning .
It was in broad daylight , it was quite brazen and it was clearly planned .
`` You targeted five vehicles in the space of four hours .
Mr Greenwood @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no distinction between you in the roles you both played .
`` Mr Cawley junior : you played a lesser role , all be it , you knew what was happening and played your role in it . ''
The two Cawleys plus Greenwood had been binge drinking in the Blackpool area on August 6 and run out of money .
They decided that stealing catalytic converters and selling them on to backstreet dealers would be a quick way to make cash .
Travelling around in a people carrier , driven by Greenwood @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and pubs in the area .
Using a jack they would elevate the cars and then cut the converters from the exhaust .
They were caught trying to steal from a fifth car and were chased down by police on the M61 .
Greenwood was arrested in the people carrier while the father and son fled the scene .
They were found outside a pub and were arrested at around 7.20pm the same day .
A set of cutters , a jack and the stolen converters were found in the back of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Mr Cawley senior was chastised by the judge for his part in the crime .
Recorder Gilbart said : `` I hope you feel a great deal of regret and shame that you allowed your son to be involved in this matter . ''
William Cawley , of Belton Avenue , Rochdale , received 120 hours of unpaid work as part of a community order .
Christian Greenwood , 44 , of Cook Terrace , Rochdale , received a 10 month prison sentence and was banned from driving .
A fourth person @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this incident .

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A father and son ran out of money during a drinking session in Blackpool, so stole several catalytic converters in order to carry on boozing.
Preston Crown Court heard how William Cawley Senior, of Oldham, his son William Cawley Junior, of Rochdale, and their friend William Greenwood, also of Rochdale, targeted five vehicles in a four hour spree in the seaside town last August.
Cawley Senior, 40 and Greenwood, 44, were both jailed after pleading guilty to four counts of theft and one count of attempted theft from a motor vehicle, Lancs Live reports.
Cawley Junior, 21, also admitted the same crimes but escaped with just a community order.
The trio targeted cars across Blackpool and Thornton-Cleveleys, on the afternoon of August 6, 2019, taking catalytic converters worth around £2,000 from several parked cars.
Recorder Tom Gilbart said: "This crime involved a high degree of planning. It was in broad daylight, it was quite brazen and it was clearly planned.
"You targeted five vehicles in the space of four hours. Mr Greenwood and Mr Cawley senior: I see no distinction between you in the roles you both played.
"Mr Cawley junior: you played a lesser role, all be it, you knew what was happening and played your role in it."
The two Cawleys plus Greenwood had been binge drinking in the Blackpool area on August 6 and run out of money.
They decided that stealing catalytic converters and selling them on to backstreet dealers would be a quick way to make cash.
Travelling around in a people carrier, driven by Greenwood, they targeted parked cars outside supermarkets and pubs in the area.
Using a jack they would elevate the cars and then cut the converters from the exhaust.
They were caught trying to steal from a fifth car and were chased down by police on the M61. Greenwood was arrested in the people carrier while the father and son fled the scene.
They were found outside a pub and were arrested at around 7.20pm the same day.
A set of cutters, a jack and the stolen converters were found in the back of the people carrier which had a cloned numberplate.
Mr Cawley senior was chastised by the judge for his part in the crime.
Recorder Gilbart said: "I hope you feel a great deal of regret and shame that you allowed your son to be involved in this matter."
William Cawley, 40, of Wimpole Street, Oldham received a 10 month prison sentence.
William Cawley, of Belton Avenue, Rochdale, received 120 hours of unpaid work as part of a community order.
Christian Greenwood, 44, of Cook Terrace, Rochdale, received a 10 month prison sentence and was banned from driving.
A fourth person is wanted by police in connection to this incident.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Manchester United fans have Jadon Sancho theory after Chelsea FC agree Hakim Ziyech transfer

Manchester United fans believe they have a clear shot at signing Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund after Chelsea reached an agreement to land Ajax star Hakim Ziyech .
Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf report that Frank Lampard 's side will pay €45million to land the Moroccan playmaker in the summer transfer window but are yet to agree personal terms .
Chelsea are believed to be one of the many clubs interested in signing Sancho , who has been heavily linked with a return to the Premier League following some exceptional performances in the Bundesliga .
Sky in Germany have reported that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ summer but it 's not clear which side he will join .
Liverpool , Chelsea , Man City and United are all believed to hold an interest in the England international .
The MEN understand United want to sign the former City winger and fans believe Chelsea landing Ziyech may have opened the door for Sancho to move to Old Trafford .
Supporters are adamant the England international will be lining up in red next season and took to social media to state their beliefs .
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Manchester United fans believe they have a clear shot at signing Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund after Chelsea reached an agreement to land Ajax star Hakim Ziyech.
Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf report that Frank Lampard's side will pay €45million to land the Moroccan playmaker in the summer transfer window but are yet to agree personal terms.
Chelsea are believed to be one of the many clubs interested in signing Sancho, who has been heavily linked with a return to the Premier League following some exceptional performances in the Bundesliga.
Sky in Germany have reported that the 19-year-old will leave Dortmund in the summer but it's not clear which side he will join.
Liverpool, Chelsea, Man City and United are all believed to hold an interest in the England international.
The MEN understand United want to sign the former City winger and fans believe Chelsea landing Ziyech may have opened the door for Sancho to move to Old Trafford.
Supporters are adamant the England international will be lining up in red next season and took to social media to state their beliefs.
Here is what they had to say:
So Chelsea got Ziyech so that means we have a better chance at Sancho — daniel❄ (@BrunoFernandem) February 12, 2020
If Chelsea have agreement for Ziyech then there’s only one place Sancho is going to — FamousNo7 (@FamousNo7) February 12, 2020
Ziyech to Chelsea and Sancho to United — Ighalo (@Ollatomiwa) February 12, 2020
I would've liked Ziyech at United negl but hopefully him going to Chelsea means we'll be getting Jadon Sancho. — RiZzy (@RiZzyUTD) February 12, 2020
Ziyech to Chelsea?
Sancho to United? — Thomas (@cappaMUFC) February 12, 2020
Ziyech to Chelsea? Sancho to United confirmed. — Huggy. (@0Huggy) February 12, 2020


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--One person taken to hospital after large fight breaks out at pub following 'funeral gathering'

One person has been taken to hospital after a large fight broke out outside a pub in Tameside .
Police were called to a disturbance outside the Albion Pub on Jeffreys Drive in Dukinfield on Wednesday night .
It is believed a funeral gathering had been taking place inside the pub when the fight occured .
One person has been taken to hospital following the brawl .
Their injuries are not thought to be serious .
Footage seen by the Manchester Evening News appears to show a large group of people gathered in the middle of the road .
There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ laying down in the road .
Pictures from the scene show a number of police cars and ambulances outside the Albion Pub .
On Wednesday evening , a Crime Scene Investigation vehicle could be seen parked up outside the public house .
The pub remained open to the public following the incident .
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said : `` Police were called at 17.20pm to a disturbance on Jeffrey 's Road in Dukinfield .
`` One person was injured and has been taken to hospital .
`` Their injuries are @ @ @ @ @ @

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One person has been taken to hospital after a large fight broke out outside a pub in Tameside.
Police were called to a disturbance outside the Albion Pub on Jeffreys Drive in Dukinfield on Wednesday night.
It is believed a funeral gathering had been taking place inside the pub when the fight occured.
One person has been taken to hospital following the brawl.
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Their injuries are not thought to be serious.
Footage seen by the Manchester Evening News appears to show a large group of people gathered in the middle of the road.
There appears to be at least one person laying down in the road.
Pictures from the scene show a number of police cars and ambulances outside the Albion Pub.
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On Wednesday evening, a Crime Scene Investigation vehicle could be seen parked up outside the public house.
The pub remained open to the public following the incident.
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: "Police were called at 17.20pm to a disturbance on Jeffrey's Road in Dukinfield.
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"One person was injured and has been taken to hospital.
"Their injuries are not thought to be serious.
"Enquiries are ongoing."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Manchester United's Premier League fixtures compared with top four rivals

The race to secure Champions League football is extremely tight , with as many as eight clubs harbouring hopes of pushing into the top-four by the end of the campaign .
With Liverpool and Manchester City looking certain to secure their spot in Europe ’ s elite competition once again , there are two positions up for grabs - and the rest of the top ten are in the hunt .
Leicester City currently hold a significant margin over the rest of the chasing back and should secure their spot , although there is still work to do , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Entering the business end of the season , there isn ’ t much room for slips and each match has something riding on it but there will still be some games that , on paper at least , will be considered to be easier than others .
But which team has the most favourable run-in ?
We ’ ve taken a look at the fixtures for each of the eight clubs chasing Champions League football , added up the positions of each of their opponents and divided it by the number of clubs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an average position of each side ’ s remaining matches .
Using that formula , it ’ s great news for Leicester City as their remaining opponents this season have an average position of 7.45 - with Wolves and Arsenal also having a decent chance of pushing into the midst , with Manchester United just behind .
At the opposite end , Everton , who are outsiders , have the hardest remaining fixtures with an average position of 5.6 and there ’ s also bad news for Tottenham in that regard .
For @ @ @ @ @ @ @ opponents are of a decent level and a solid run of form will need to be secured if they are to secure a top-four finish , especially if those behind them go on a decent run of form .
You can see the average position of the opponents for the eight clubs in the top-four fight below .

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The race to secure Champions League football is extremely tight, with as many as eight clubs harbouring hopes of pushing into the top-four by the end of the campaign.
With Liverpool and Manchester City looking certain to secure their spot in Europe’s elite competition once again, there are two positions up for grabs - and the rest of the top ten are in the hunt.
Leicester City currently hold a significant margin over the rest of the chasing back and should secure their spot, although there is still work to do, but beneath them it is extremely tight.
Entering the business end of the season, there isn’t much room for slips and each match has something riding on it but there will still be some games that, on paper at least, will be considered to be easier than others.
But which team has the most favourable run-in? We’ve taken a look at the fixtures for each of the eight clubs chasing Champions League football, added up the positions of each of their opponents and divided it by the number of clubs in the Premier League to give us an average position of each side’s remaining matches.
Using that formula, it’s great news for Leicester City as their remaining opponents this season have an average position of 7.45 - with Wolves and Arsenal also having a decent chance of pushing into the midst, with Manchester United just behind.
At the opposite end, Everton, who are outsiders, have the hardest remaining fixtures with an average position of 5.6 and there’s also bad news for Tottenham in that regard.
For Chelsea and Sheffield United, their remaining opponents are of a decent level and a solid run of form will need to be secured if they are to secure a top-four finish, especially if those behind them go on a decent run of form.
You can see the average position of the opponents for the eight clubs in the top-four fight below.
Top-four comparison
Leicester - 7.45
Wolves - 7.3
Arsenal - 7.1
Man United - 6.95
Chelsea - 6.3
Sheff Utd - 6.25
Spurs - 5.85
Everton - 5.6


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Transport Secretary gives 'categorical confirmation' Manchester phase of high-speed rail link HS2 wi

Transport Secretary gives 'categorical confirmation' Manchester phase of high-speed rail link HS2 will 'definitely go ahead'

The leader of Manchester city council , Sir Richard Leese , says Grants Shapps has given him a 'categorical confirmation ' over the Manchester phase of rail link HS2 .
Sir Richard said after meeting the Transport Secretary that 'phase 2B of HS2 will definitely go ahead ' .
He said there would be no need for any further review , and the section would be created 'to an accelerated project timetable ' .
That flies in the face of reports the project could be paused for a six-month review .
The controversial high-speed rail project has been years in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the West Midlands , Manchester and Leeds .
Phase Two is a Y-shape link with one line going to Manchester via the airport and a new station and the other to Leeds - known as 2B .
2A is new track between Birmingham and Crewe , linking to Manchester .
The initial idea was to run 18 trains per hour to and from London in each direction , but that timetable could now be reduced .
Prime Minister Boris Johnson gave the HS2 project the green light on Tuesday .
He told Parliament @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the project but in order to work out how best to deliver Northern Powerhouse Rail and 2B more effectively , the government would draw up an integrated plan for rail in the North .
Mr Johnson said so-called 'High Speed North ' would be 'one integrated master plan ' to create both HS2 and Northern Powerhouse Rail - routes connecting northern cities - 'as quickly and cost-effectively as possible ' .
Mr Leese said in a statement released by the council : `` Meeting the Secretary of State for Transport today , Grant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ phase 2B of HS2 will definitely go ahead , without the need for further review of the project and to an accelerated project timeline .
`` Importantly , we share an understanding that a fully integrated rail system that connects HS2 to the east-west Northern Powerhouse Rail - or High Speed North - is the only way we can truly rebalance the country 's economy towards the North .
`` The focus now should be to get on with it and realise the benefits of this project as quickly as possible . ''

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The leader of Manchester city council, Sir Richard Leese, says Grants Shapps has given him a 'categorical confirmation' over the Manchester phase of rail link HS2.
Sir Richard said after meeting the Transport Secretary that 'phase 2B of HS2 will definitely go ahead'.
He said there would be no need for any further review, and the section would be created 'to an accelerated project timetable'.
That flies in the face of reports the project could be paused for a six-month review.
The controversial high-speed rail project has been years in the planning and would connect London, the West Midlands, Manchester and Leeds.
Phase One links London to Birmingham.
(Image: PA)
Phase Two is a Y-shape link with one line going to Manchester via the airport and a new station and the other to Leeds - known as 2B.
2A is new track between Birmingham and Crewe, linking to Manchester.
The initial idea was to run 18 trains per hour to and from London in each direction, but that timetable could now be reduced.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson gave the HS2 project the green light on Tuesday.
(Image: MEN)
He told Parliament he was committed to phase 2B of the project but in order to work out how best to deliver Northern Powerhouse Rail and 2B more effectively, the government would draw up an integrated plan for rail in the North.
Mr Johnson said so-called 'High Speed North' would be 'one integrated master plan' to create both HS2 and Northern Powerhouse Rail - routes connecting northern cities - 'as quickly and cost-effectively as possible'.
(Image: PA)
Mr Leese said in a statement released by the council: "Meeting the Secretary of State for Transport today, Grant Shapps has given a categorical confirmation that phase 2B of HS2 will definitely go ahead, without the need for further review of the project and to an accelerated project timeline.
"Importantly, we share an understanding that a fully integrated rail system that connects HS2 to the east-west Northern Powerhouse Rail - or High Speed North - is the only way we can truly rebalance the country's economy towards the North.
"The focus now should be to get on with it and realise the benefits of this project as quickly as possible."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Princess Parkway traffic stopped with severe delays after four car crash close to M60 slip road

Drivers have been hit with long delays following a four car pile up on Princess Parkway .
Tailbacks of up to half an hour have been reported on the M60 slip road for junction 5 clockwise , on the A5103 .
Emergency services , including police and paramedics , were called to Princess Parkway shortly after 7.00pm on Wednesday night .
One person has been injured in the crash .
Their injuries are not thought to be serious .
Traffic had been stopped by police as officers deal with the aftermath .
TfGM said just after 8.15pm : `` Travel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stopped northbound at the junction with Merseybank Avenue due to a road traffic collision .
`` Significant delays are ongoing , including from the M60 Jct 5 Exit Slip .
Please avoid the area as further delays are expected . ''
Tailbacks had cleared by 9pm as the road reopened , though .
In a tweet , North West Motorway Police warned people to drive carefully when joining Princess Parkway from the slip road .
`` GMP is dealing with a road traffic accident on Princess Parkway , traffic is backing up on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they said .
`` We have CCTV cameras monitoring tailbacks along with cars on the slip crossing the hatch marking to go back onto the main carriageway .
`` This is dangerous , do n't do it . ''
One woman says she has been stuck on a stationary bus for over half an hour .
She wrote on Twitter : `` Any idea why the traffic is at a standstill on the A5103 joining northbound from the motorway .
`` Not moved for over 30 minutes now . ''
A spokesperson for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the M60 slip road for Princess Parkway to reports of a road traffic collision between four vehicles .
`` One person received minor injuries .
Officers and an ambulance crew are in attendance . ''

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Drivers have been hit with long delays following a four car pile up on Princess Parkway.
Tailbacks of up to half an hour have been reported on the M60 slip road for junction 5 clockwise, on the A5103.
Emergency services, including police and paramedics, were called to Princess Parkway shortly after 7.00pm on Wednesday night.
One person has been injured in the crash. Their injuries are not thought to be serious.
Traffic had been stopped by police as officers deal with the aftermath.
TfGM said just after 8.15pm: "Travel Update: A5103 Princess Parkway - traffic stopped northbound at the junction with Merseybank Avenue due to a road traffic collision.
"Significant delays are ongoing, including from the M60 Jct 5 Exit Slip. Please avoid the area as further delays are expected."
Tailbacks had cleared by 9pm as the road reopened, though.
In a tweet, North West Motorway Police warned people to drive carefully when joining Princess Parkway from the slip road.
"GMP is dealing with a road traffic accident on Princess Parkway, traffic is backing up on the off slip at J5," they said.
"We have CCTV cameras monitoring tailbacks along with cars on the slip crossing the hatch marking to go back onto the main carriageway.
"This is dangerous, don't do it."
One woman says she has been stuck on a stationary bus for over half an hour.
She wrote on Twitter: "Any idea why the traffic is at a standstill on the A5103 joining northbound from the motorway.
"Not moved for over 30 minutes now."
A spokesperson for GMP confirmed: "Police were called to the M60 slip road for Princess Parkway to reports of a road traffic collision between four vehicles.
"One person received minor injuries. Officers and an ambulance crew are in attendance."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Driver runs across SIX lanes of live M61 traffic after police stop them in stolen Transit van

A driver of a stolen Transit risked their life to flee from police by running across six lanes of high-speed motorway traffic .
The van was stopped by police after officers spotted it being illegally towed by another Transit van on the M61 .
But after coming to a stop , the driver of the white van that was being towed ran off across six lanes of traffic .
The incident took place near Junction 4 for Leigh and Atherton on Wednesday .
It 's illegal to tow a vehicle on the motorway if it did n't break down on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other van was arrested on suspicion of theft after police discovered the vehicle being towed was using false number plates and had recently been stolen .
Traffic cops shared details of the incident on Twitter .
GMP Traffic wrote : `` Traffic stopped a van being towed on the M61 jct4 only for the driver of the towed van to run off across 6 live lanes !
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`` Driver of the other van arrested for theft after it was found the van being towed was recently stolen on false plates . ''
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A driver of a stolen Transit risked their life to flee from police by running across six lanes of high-speed motorway traffic.
The van was stopped by police after officers spotted it being illegally towed by another Transit van on the M61.
But after coming to a stop, the driver of the white van that was being towed ran off across six lanes of traffic.
The incident took place near Junction 4 for Leigh and Atherton on Wednesday.
It's illegal to tow a vehicle on the motorway if it didn't break down on the motorway.
The driver of the other van was arrested on suspicion of theft after police discovered the vehicle being towed was using false number plates and had recently been stolen.
Traffic cops shared details of the incident on Twitter.
GMP Traffic wrote: "Traffic stopped a van being towed on the M61 jct4 only for the driver of the towed van to run off across 6 live lanes!!
"Driver of the other van arrested for theft after it was found the van being towed was recently stolen on false plates."
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Jack Grealish stance on Manchester United transfer revealed and more transfer rumours

Aston Villa star Jack Grealish is reportedly beginning to accept he must leave his boyhood club amid speculation linking him with Manchester United .
Grealish has been one of the stars of the Premier League season so far , scoring seven goals and registering five assists in 23 league appearances , but Villa are just one point above the relegation zone .
The 24-year-old has emerged as a target for United as he fits the profile of player Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants to bring to Old Trafford to continue his rebuild .
Grealish was complimented by Solskjaer after his man @ @ @ @ @ @ @ draw at Old Trafford in December and The Sun claim the playmaker is starting to accept he must leave Villa Park to boost his chances of making the England squad .
The report states that the Villa captain wants to play in Europe and challenge at the top of the Premier League .
Elsewhere , United are reportedly leading Real Madrid in the race to sign Real Valladolid defender Mohammed Salisu .
The 20-year-old is enjoying a breakthrough season in La Liga and is attracting interest from England , according to Spanish publication @ @ @ @ @ @ @ preparing a bid for the youngster and will fend off competition from Madrid to land his signature .
Southampton are also believed to be monitoring the defender .
Finally , The Mirror claim United are now leading the race to sign Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho .
The 19-year-old is one of the most sought after players in world football as a result of his exceptional performances in the Bundesliga .
It was reported by Sky in Germany on Wednesday afternoon that Sancho will leave Dortmund this summer .

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Aston Villa star Jack Grealish is reportedly beginning to accept he must leave his boyhood club amid speculation linking him with Manchester United.
Grealish has been one of the stars of the Premier League season so far, scoring seven goals and registering five assists in 23 league appearances, but Villa are just one point above the relegation zone.
The 24-year-old has emerged as a target for United as he fits the profile of player Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants to bring to Old Trafford to continue his rebuild.
Grealish was complimented by Solskjaer after his man of the match performance in the 2-2 draw at Old Trafford in December and The Sun claim the playmaker is starting to accept he must leave Villa Park to boost his chances of making the England squad.
The report states that the Villa captain wants to play in Europe and challenge at the top of the Premier League.
Elsewhere, United are reportedly leading Real Madrid in the race to sign Real Valladolid defender Mohammed Salisu.
The 20-year-old is enjoying a breakthrough season in La Liga and is attracting interest from England, according to Spanish publication AS.
United are said to be preparing a bid for the youngster and will fend off competition from Madrid to land his signature.
Southampton are also believed to be monitoring the defender.
Finally, The Mirror claim United are now leading the race to sign Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho.
The 19-year-old is one of the most sought after players in world football as a result of his exceptional performances in the Bundesliga.
It was reported by Sky in Germany on Wednesday afternoon that Sancho will leave Dortmund this summer.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Trio charged after victims kidnapped and robbed in string of Manchester city centre attacks

Three teenagers have been charged with a string of robberies .
Dean McDonagh , 19 , Jack Parkes , 19 , and a 17-year-old boy , who ca n't be named for legal reasons , appeared before Manchester magistrates ' court on Wednesday .
They are accused of kidnapping a number of students in the city centre , threatening them and forcing them to hand over cash and bank cards McDonagh , of , Longham Close , Bewsick , has been charged with four counts of robbery , three counts of disqualified driving , three counts of driving without insurance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , of Gaitskill Close , Beswick , has been charged with four counts of robbery , false imprisonment and kidnap .
The 17-year-old has been charged with three counts of robbery and false imprisonment .
The alleged offences were committed between September 16 and September 21 last year .
Police say the victims , unfamiliar with Manchester , were lured into a car , before being driven to an unknown area where they were threatened and robbed .
The three defendants will next appear at Manchester Crown Court on March 11 .
McDonagh @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the 17-year-old were granted conditional bail .
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Three teenagers have been charged with a string of robberies.
Dean McDonagh, 19, Jack Parkes, 19, and a 17-year-old boy, who can't be named for legal reasons, appeared before Manchester magistrates' court on Wednesday.
They are accused of kidnapping a number of students in the city centre, threatening them and forcing them to hand over cash and bank cards
McDonagh, of, Longham Close, Bewsick, has been charged with four counts of robbery, three counts of disqualified driving, three counts of driving without insurance, false imprisonment and kidnap.
Parkes, of Gaitskill Close, Beswick, has been charged with four counts of robbery, false imprisonment and kidnap.
The 17-year-old has been charged with three counts of robbery and false imprisonment.
The alleged offences were committed between September 16 and September 21 last year.
Police say the victims, unfamiliar with Manchester, were lured into a car, before being driven to an unknown area where they were threatened and robbed.
The three defendants will next appear at Manchester Crown Court on March 11.
McDonagh was remanded in custody, while Parkers and the 17-year-old were granted conditional bail.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Huge haul of shisha pipes seized during late night raid at café ignoring smoking rules

A huge haul of shisha pipes has been seized during a late-night raid on a café in Bolton .
A total of 110 shisha pipes and 10 bags containing shisha related products were taken when police , firefighters and council officers swooped on the town centre venue .
Meanwhile , 15 fines were issued to people found smoking in the café .
The raid was the latest in a series around Bolton aimed at cracking down on smoking in enclosed rooms .
The Health Act 2006 prohibits smoking in any area which has a roof or ceiling , unless at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
During the raid , the fire service handed the business a prohibition notice , banning it from using the upper floor as there was no means of fire escape .
An unattended charcoal burner in an enclosed outdoor space was also found to be blocking an exit from the premises , which could have put customers and staff inside the bar at risk of serious harm .
Council bosses have warned that action will continue to be taken against shisha bars which breach health and safety regulations .
Executive Cabinet Member for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , said : “ Nobody is above the law when it comes to smoking regulations and this was the latest raid in an ongoing operation to clamp down on rogue business owners .
“ Customers and staff working at this shisha bar were all taking enormous risks with their health .
The open burner blocking an exit from the premises was incredibly dangerous .
“ This café was also flagrantly breaching a number of regulations and there was a real fire safety risk to customers .
“ Operations like these are aimed at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we are now taking legal action to prosecute the owner .
“ We will continue to crack down on any establishment which is flouting the law.
” Fire safety manager Jon Hill added : “ The safety of our residents is always Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service 's top priority .
“ This particular business was operating in such a way that was posing a threat to both their employees ’ welfare as well as paying customers .
This is completely unacceptable and will not be tolerated .
`` By issuing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ anyone working in or visiting the venue can do so safely .
“ If you spot any fire safety concerns please don ’ t hesitate to call us by phoning 0800 555 815 .
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A huge haul of shisha pipes has been seized during a late-night raid on a café in Bolton.
A total of 110 shisha pipes and 10 bags containing shisha related products were taken when police, firefighters and council officers swooped on the town centre venue.
Meanwhile, 15 fines were issued to people found smoking in the café.
The raid was the latest in a series around Bolton aimed at cracking down on smoking in enclosed rooms.
The Health Act 2006 prohibits smoking in any area which has a roof or ceiling, unless at least half the wall space is open.
(Image: Bolton Council)
During the raid, the fire service handed the business a prohibition notice, banning it from using the upper floor as there was no means of fire escape.
An unattended charcoal burner in an enclosed outdoor space was also found to be blocking an exit from the premises, which could have put customers and staff inside the bar at risk of serious harm.
Council bosses have warned that action will continue to be taken against shisha bars which breach health and safety regulations.
Executive Cabinet Member for Environmental Regulatory Services, Cllr Anne Galloway, said: “Nobody is above the law when it comes to smoking regulations and this was the latest raid in an ongoing operation to clamp down on rogue business owners.
“Customers and staff working at this shisha bar were all taking enormous risks with their health. The open burner blocking an exit from the premises was incredibly dangerous.
(Image: MEN Media)
“This café was also flagrantly breaching a number of regulations and there was a real fire safety risk to customers.
“Operations like these are aimed at making Bolton a safer place to be and we are now taking legal action to prosecute the owner.
“We will continue to crack down on any establishment which is flouting the law.”
Fire safety manager Jon Hill added: “The safety of our residents is always Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service's top priority.
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“This particular business was operating in such a way that was posing a threat to both their employees’ welfare as well as paying customers. This is completely unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
"By issuing a prohibition notice we are ensuring that anyone working in or visiting the venue can do so safely.
“If you spot any fire safety concerns please don’t hesitate to call us by phoning 0800 555 815.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Woman rushed to hospital after police descended on her home dies

A woman who was taken from a house in Moston by emergency services wearing white suits and rushed to hospital @ @ @ @ @ and police descended on a property on Routledge Walk early on Monday morning .
The @ @ @ @ @ , was found with life threatening injuries .
The Manchester Evening News understands she was @ @ @ @ @ to a leg wound .
The ambulance service staff and police officers going inside the @ @ @ @ @ full body haz-mat suits .
The M.E.N .
was told this was for hygiene reasons @ @ @ @ @ that the woman died on Wednesday .
A 48-year-old man initially arrested on suspicion of @ @ @ @ @ further enquiries , they said .
Crews from the North West Ambulance Service ’ s @ @ @ @ @ as police crime scene investigators and forensics officers were among those who responded on Monday @

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A woman who was taken from a house in Moston by emergency services wearing white suits and rushed to hospital has since died.
Paramedics and police descended on a property on Routledge Walk early on Monday morning.
The woman, in her fifties, was found with life threatening injuries.
The Manchester Evening News understands she was suffering from a serious infection to a leg wound.
The ambulance service staff and police officers going inside the property were all seen wearing full body haz-mat suits.
The M.E.N. was told this was for hygiene reasons.
Sadly, police confirmed that the woman died on Wednesday.
In a statement they said: "The woman who was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries sadly passed away on the afternoon of Wednesday February 12, 2020.
"A post-mortem examination is to be carried out on Friday February 14, 2020."
A 48-year-old man initially arrested on suspicion of neglect has been bailed pending further enquiries, they said.
Crews from the North West Ambulance Service’s incident response team as well as police crime scene investigators and forensics officers were among those who responded on Monday.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Manchester Arena bomber Salman Abedi led 'gangster lifestyle' as teenager, brother's murder trial he

Manchester Arena bomber Salman Abedi led 'gangster lifestyle' as teenager, brother's murder trial hears

Manchester Arena bomber Salman Abedi led a 'gangster lifestyle ' during his teen years but was confronted by the mother of one of his friends because of his 'too strong ' religious views as he got older , his brother 's murder trial was told .
He killed himself and 22 others , some of them children , and hundreds more were hurt when he detonated a bomb in his backpack in the foyer of Manchester Arena on May 22 , 2017 .
His brother Hashem is accused of encouraging and helping his brother by helping him source shrapnel and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ explosive used in the device .
On day seven of his trial at the Old Bailey , the jurors were read a statement from a witness , not being named for legal reasons , who knew Salman and Hashem Abedi .
He said Salman Abedi , in his teenage years , 'used to smoke cannabis and would be violent and got into fights , kind of like a little bit of a gangster lifestyle ' .
However , he added that as he got older Salman Abedi 'became happier , more knowledgeable and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ witness said Salman Abedi 'started becoming more religious ' in 2016 .
He said his own mother 's view was that Salman Abedi 's religious views were 'too strong and she told us not to listen to him ' .
`` My mum would would often confront Salman about his religious views and this sometimes resulted in conflict , '' he said .
The witness said he recalled that around March 8 , 2017 , Salman Abedi asked if he could help him out by transferring money to a company in China to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ buy some doors ' .
Salman Abedi had told him he would be unable to make the transfer himself , according to the witness , who went on that he thought Salman Abedi did not have a bank account .
He said Salman Abedi arrived at his house in a grey Toyota Yaris which Hashem Abedi had driven .
The witness said he was driven to a branch of Halifax in Chorlton and they parked up in a Morrisons car park .
He said he went into the bank with Salman Abedi and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Salman Abedi gave him £1,200 which was paid into his account .
The witness said that at the time he had 'no concerns ' about this transfer .
The witness described how Hashem Abedi came to his house on March 2 .
2017 , and asked if he had an Amazon account .
He told the defendant he did and agreed to pay £69.36 for sulphuric acid - which the Crown say is one of the 'precursor chemicals ' required to make TATP - from a supplier in Italy .
Hashem Abedi told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the jurors were told , although the witness went on that he did n't know about cars or how they work .
While they were on a sofa , they searched for the item and purchased it , he said , adding that Hashem Abedi paid him back in cash .
`` I did n't think it was out of the ordinary and I hardly gave it another thought , '' he said .
The witness described how the package was delivered and that he had been told that Salman Abedi collected it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ aware that Salman Abedi 'developed strong religious views ' although he had not tried to 'impress ' his views on him .
The witness went on that his mother thought 'his interpretation of Islam was too strict ' and that 'we should not listen to him ' .
The witness said Salman and Hashem Abedi visited his home on April 6 , 2017 .
The brothers said that they were travelling to Libya and that they 'did not plan to return ' , the court heard .
This was the last time he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ witness .

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Manchester Arena bomber Salman Abedi led a 'gangster lifestyle' during his teen years but was confronted by the mother of one of his friends because of his 'too strong' religious views as he got older, his brother's murder trial was told.
He killed himself and 22 others, some of them children, and hundreds more were hurt when he detonated a bomb in his backpack in the foyer of Manchester Arena on May 22, 2017.
His brother Hashem is accused of encouraging and helping his brother by helping him source shrapnel and 'precursor chemicals' for the deadly TATP explosive used in the device.
On day seven of his trial at the Old Bailey, the jurors were read a statement from a witness, not being named for legal reasons, who knew Salman and Hashem Abedi.
He said Salman Abedi, in his teenage years, 'used to smoke cannabis and would be violent and got into fights, kind of like a little bit of a gangster lifestyle'.
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However, he added that as he got older Salman Abedi 'became happier, more knowledgeable and he was always smiling'.
The witness said Salman Abedi 'started becoming more religious' in 2016.
He said his own mother's view was that Salman Abedi's religious views were 'too strong and she told us not to listen to him'.
"My mum would would often confront Salman about his religious views and this sometimes resulted in conflict," he said.
The witness said he recalled that around March 8, 2017, Salman Abedi asked if he could help him out by transferring money to a company in China to 'help a guy who's trying to buy some doors'.
Salman Abedi had told him he would be unable to make the transfer himself, according to the witness, who went on that he thought Salman Abedi did not have a bank account.
He said Salman Abedi arrived at his house in a grey Toyota Yaris which Hashem Abedi had driven.
The witness said he was driven to a branch of Halifax in Chorlton and they parked up in a Morrisons car park.
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He said he went into the bank with Salman Abedi and sent the money to China and that Salman Abedi gave him £1,200 which was paid into his account.
The witness said that at the time he had 'no concerns' about this transfer.
The witness described how Hashem Abedi came to his house on March 2. 2017, and asked if he had an Amazon account.
He told the defendant he did and agreed to pay £69.36 for sulphuric acid - which the Crown say is one of the 'precursor chemicals' required to make TATP - from a supplier in Italy.
Hashem Abedi told him it was for a car, the jurors were told, although the witness went on that he didn't know about cars or how they work.
While they were on a sofa, they searched for the item and purchased it, he said, adding that Hashem Abedi paid him back in cash.
"I didn't think it was out of the ordinary and I hardly gave it another thought," he said.
The witness described how the package was delivered and that he had been told that Salman Abedi collected it.
He went on that he was aware that Salman Abedi 'developed strong religious views' although he had not tried to 'impress' his views on him.
The witness went on that his mother thought 'his interpretation of Islam was too strict' and that 'we should not listen to him'.
The witness said Salman and Hashem Abedi visited his home on April 6, 2017.
The brothers said that they were travelling to Libya and that they 'did not plan to return', the court heard.
This was the last time he saw the brothers, according to the witness.
Proceeding.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--Manchester United winger Tahith Chong urged to sign for Everton

Manchester United winger Tahith Chong has been urged to sign for Everton by one of his international teammates .
The Dutch winger will become a free agent at the end of the current season , with no contract extension agreed between him and United .
United have previously tried to extend Chong 's current contract at Old Trafford but a summer exit is looking increasingly likely for the 20-year-old .
Reports have linked both Inter Milan and Juventus with a move for the youngster , but now he has been urged to join his good friend Nathangelo Markelo at Everton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's warm weather training camp to Instagram this week to which fellow Dutch youngster Markelo commented “ come to Everton . ''
It is worth noting there has not even been a suggestion Chong will move to Goodison Park at the end of the season but his close friend would certainly approve of it .
Speaking last month Chong 's agent hinted he would leave United at the end of the season by suggesting the player 's relationship with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer had broken down .
Speaking to Voetbal International , Alkan said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ different views on Tahith than the leadership .
“ A coach thinks about himself , I think about my player .
He has come to a point where he feels that he is not going any further .
Then it ’ s time to look further .
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Manchester United winger Tahith Chong has been urged to sign for Everton by one of his international teammates.
The Dutch winger will become a free agent at the end of the current season, with no contract extension agreed between him and United.
United have previously tried to extend Chong's current contract at Old Trafford but a summer exit is looking increasingly likely for the 20-year-old.
Reports have linked both Inter Milan and Juventus with a move for the youngster, but now he has been urged to join his good friend Nathangelo Markelo at Everton.
Chong posted a picture from United's warm weather training camp to Instagram this week to which fellow Dutch youngster Markelo commented “come to Everton."
It is worth noting there has not even been a suggestion Chong will move to Goodison Park at the end of the season but his close friend would certainly approve of it.
Speaking last month Chong's agent hinted he would leave United at the end of the season by suggesting the player's relationship with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer had broken down.
Speaking to Voetbal International, Alkan said: “He [Solskjaer] has different views on Tahith than the leadership.
“A coach thinks about himself, I think about my player. He has come to a point where he feels that he is not going any further. Then it’s time to look further.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-12--First case of coronavirus in London confirmed

The first case of coronavirus in London has been confirmed .
The BBC reports that the patient , believed to be a woman , first developed symptoms after landing at London Heathrow .
She had travelled to the UK from China and is now being treated in a specialist unit in London .
Chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty said : `` One further patient in England has tested positive for novel coronavirus ( COVID-19 ) , bringing the total number of cases in the UK to nine .
`` This virus was passed on in China and the patient @ @ @ @ @ @ @ NHS centre at Guy ’ s and St Thomas ’ in London . ''
A total of eight cases of coronavirus had previously been confirmed in England .
The first two had been staying at a hotel in York and are being treated in Newcastle .
Another five are connected to 'super spreader ' Steve Walsh , from Hove , who contracted coronavirus after attending a business conference in Signapore .
Mr Walsh infected 11 people at a ski resort in France - including the five who returned to the UK .
Two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stayed in a chalet with him .
Mr Walsh was transferred to the specialist infectious diseases unit at Guy 's and St Thomas ' NHS Foundation Trust in London , but has now been given the all-clear and returned home .
For the latest updates on the outbreak , follow our coronavirus live blog here .
Meanwhile it is understood the two-week quarantine of 83 UK nationals flown back to Britain from Wuhan will end on Thursday morning amid reports they have all tested negative for coronavirus .
It comes as Dr Paul @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told the BBC more cases of coronavirus in the UK are `` highly likely '' .
He said there are a number of `` countries of concern '' and that people returning from travelling abroad could bring in further cases .
Professor Neil Ferguson , from the MRC Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis at Imperial College , London , told the BBC Radio 4 Today programme the world was `` in the early phases of a global pandemic at the moment '' and the true number of UK cases is higher than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the free Manchester Evening News app .
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The first case of coronavirus in London has been confirmed.
The BBC reports that the patient, believed to be a woman, first developed symptoms after landing at London Heathrow.
She had travelled to the UK from China and is now being treated in a specialist unit in London.
Chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty said: "One further patient in England has tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total number of cases in the UK to nine.
"This virus was passed on in China and the patient has now been transferred to a specialist NHS centre at Guy’s and St Thomas’ in London."
A total of eight cases of coronavirus had previously been confirmed in England.
The first two had been staying at a hotel in York and are being treated in Newcastle.
Another five are connected to 'super spreader' Steve Walsh, from Hove, who contracted coronavirus after attending a business conference in Signapore.
Mr Walsh infected 11 people at a ski resort in France - including the five who returned to the UK.
Two of those being treated are GPs who stayed in a chalet with him.
Mr Walsh was transferred to the specialist infectious diseases unit at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust in London, but has now been given the all-clear and returned home.
For the latest updates on the outbreak, follow our coronavirus live blog here.
Meanwhile it is understood the two-week quarantine of 83 UK nationals flown back to Britain from Wuhan will end on Thursday morning amid reports they have all tested negative for coronavirus.
It comes as Dr Paul Cosford, from Public Health England, told the BBC more cases of coronavirus in the UK are "highly likely".
He said there are a number of "countries of concern" and that people returning from travelling abroad could bring in further cases.
Professor Neil Ferguson, from the MRC Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis at Imperial College, London, told the BBC Radio 4 Today programme the world was "in the early phases of a global pandemic at the moment" and the true number of UK cases is higher than eight.
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