themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-28--What you can and can't do at other people's houses as lockdown rules eased

Boris Johnson has moved to clarify what you can and ca n't do at other people 's houses after lockdown restrictions were eased to allow private meetings of up to six from Monday .
The Prime Minister said the announcement meant people would be able to see both their parents , or grandparents , at once for the first time since March 23 .
People from different households would also be able to meet in private settings like gardens , as long as gatherings totalled no more than six .
But the PM said strict social distancing rules would still @ @ @ @ @ @ @ apart from others they meet .
He said people should n't stay overnight at another 's home .
Barbecues , he added , must be 'scrupulous and careful ' .
But asked at the daily Downing Street news conference when people can hug their loved ones , the PM said : `` We are n't there yet . ''
Professor Chris Whitty , the government 's chief medical advisor , said a person using a toilet at another 's house during a meeting must 'wipe everything down ' and continue to thoroughly wash @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` It 's very , very important that people understand the really limited nature of what we are saying .
`` We do want people to be able to see their friends and family .
`` We do want people to be able to see two grandparents at once .
`` But it has got to be socially distanced .
`` There has got to be a maximum of six people .
`` We do n't want people to stay overnight .
`` We do n't want people to go to other households @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not at that stage .
`` You can imagine there could be meetings of families in a garden .
`` You could even have a barbecue providing you did it in a socially distanced way , providing everyone washes their hands , providing everybody exercises commonsense .
`` This is a limited step forward .
We hope that people will take advantage of it and enjoy the opportunity to see friends and family a bit more .
`` We are not saying that people should now be allowed to move freely across the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ houses . ''
Prof Whitty stressed the virus can be passed on through droplets from a person coughing , sneezing or speaking - which is why the two metre rule is in force - and via hand contact .
He said if a person was to go to the toilet at another 's house , it was 'absolutely critical ' that they wipe everything down and wash their hands .
Prof Whitty said : `` If you were to do something like a barbecue , remember that passing things from one person to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your hands , you could transmit the virus that way .
`` Hands as well as the distance are absolutely critical to this . ''

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Boris Johnson has moved to clarify what you can and can't do at other people's houses after lockdown restrictions were eased to allow private meetings of up to six from Monday.
The Prime Minister said the announcement meant people would be able to see both their parents, or grandparents, at once for the first time since March 23.
People from different households would also be able to meet in private settings like gardens, as long as gatherings totalled no more than six.
But the PM said strict social distancing rules would still apply, with people remaining two metres apart from others they meet.
He said people shouldn't stay overnight at another's home.
Barbecues, he added, must be 'scrupulous and careful'.
(Image: PA)
But asked at the daily Downing Street news conference when people can hug their loved ones, the PM said: "We aren't there yet."
Professor Chris Whitty, the government's chief medical advisor, said a person using a toilet at another's house during a meeting must 'wipe everything down' and continue to thoroughly wash their hands.
Mr Johnson said: "It's very, very important that people understand the really limited nature of what we are saying.
"We do want people to be able to see their friends and family.
"We do want people to be able to see two grandparents at once.
"But it has got to be socially distanced.
(Image: PA)
"There has got to be a maximum of six people.
"We don't want people to stay overnight.
"We don't want people to go to other households and stay there.
"We are not at that stage.
"You can imagine there could be meetings of families in a garden.
"You could even have a barbecue providing you did it in a socially distanced way, providing everyone washes their hands, providing everybody exercises commonsense.
"This is a limited step forward. We hope that people will take advantage of it and enjoy the opportunity to see friends and family a bit more.
"We are not saying that people should now be allowed to move freely across the country and stay in other people's houses."
Prof Whitty stressed the virus can be passed on through droplets from a person coughing, sneezing or speaking - which is why the two metre rule is in force - and via hand contact.
He said if a person was to go to the toilet at another's house, it was 'absolutely critical' that they wipe everything down and wash their hands.
Prof Whitty said: "If you were to do something like a barbecue, remember that passing things from one person to another, if you haven't washed your hands, you could transmit the virus that way.
"Hands as well as the distance are absolutely critical to this."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-28--Chief scientist says UK 'at fragile state' with alarming infection rates

Changes to lockdown restrictions need to be 'cautious ' as the UK 's rate of coronavirus infection is still 'significant ' , the Government 's chief scientific advisor has said .
Sir Patrick Vallance told Thursday 's daily briefing that the UK remained in a 'fragile state ' which meant the easing of lockdown needed to be done gradually .
He was speaking after Boris Johnson announced that from Monday groups of up to six people from different households could meet in private gardens or elsewhere outdoors .
Announcing the ' R number ' - the way the virus 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ between 0.7 and 0.9 , Sir Patrick said : `` The number of new infections is estimated to be roughly one in a thousand per week , it means that 54,000 new cases are occurring every week , so somewhere around eight or so thousand per day .
`` That is not a low number , so it ’ s worth remembering that we still have a significant burden of infection , we are still seeing new infections every day at quite a significant rate and the R is close to one .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of room to do things and things need to be done cautiously , step-by-step and monitored and the Test and Trace system needs to be effective in order to manage that . ''
Responding to a question from the press , Sir Patrick later added that 'local lockdowns ' in response to infection flare ups were inevitable .
He added : `` The R remains below one everywhere , but it 's very close to one in some places and there may be , both in terms of nations and places within those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ very close to one .
`` That 's why we 've got to be very cautious .
This is not a time to say 'Everything 's OK , we 're releasing measures , everything 's going to be rosy ' .
`` It 's a time to go very cautiously , with changes , as they take place , monitored very carefully .
Being prepared that there will be local outbreaks , because there will be , and being prepared that recommendations will come to reimpose measures .
`` I think that 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number of cases remains high .
`` We need to keep concentrating on R below one , that means making sure that the measures that are in place are adhered to and that we all stick to them to make sure that the right thing is done and that we end up in a position where we can get the numbers down and the R down a bit .
But we are at a fragile state . ''
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Changes to lockdown restrictions need to be 'cautious' as the UK's rate of coronavirus infection is still 'significant', the Government's chief scientific advisor has said.
Sir Patrick Vallance told Thursday's daily briefing that the UK remained in a 'fragile state' which meant the easing of lockdown needed to be done gradually.
He was speaking after Boris Johnson announced that from Monday groups of up to six people from different households could meet in private gardens or elsewhere outdoors.
Announcing the 'R number' - the way the virus's ability to spread is measured - was between 0.7 and 0.9, Sir Patrick said: "The number of new infections is estimated to be roughly one in a thousand per week, it means that 54,000 new cases are occurring every week, so somewhere around eight or so thousand per day.
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"That is not a low number, so it’s worth remembering that we still have a significant burden of infection, we are still seeing new infections every day at quite a significant rate and the R is close to one. That means there is not a lot of room to do things and things need to be done cautiously, step-by-step and monitored and the Test and Trace system needs to be effective in order to manage that."
Responding to a question from the press, Sir Patrick later added that 'local lockdowns' in response to infection flare ups were inevitable.
He added: "The R remains below one everywhere, but it's very close to one in some places and there may be, both in terms of nations and places within those nations, areas where the R is very close to one.
"That's why we've got to be very cautious. This is not a time to say 'Everything's OK, we're releasing measures, everything's going to be rosy'.
"It's a time to go very cautiously, with changes, as they take place, monitored very carefully. Being prepared that there will be local outbreaks, because there will be, and being prepared that recommendations will come to reimpose measures.
"I think that's the world we're in. The number of cases remains high.
"We need to keep concentrating on R below one, that means making sure that the measures that are in place are adhered to and that we all stick to them to make sure that the right thing is done and that we end up in a position where we can get the numbers down and the R down a bit. But we are at a fragile state."
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-28--Manchester United forward Jesse Lingard hoping for 'fresh start'

Jesse Lingard is hoping to take advantage of the 'fresh start ' when Manchester United finally return to action and improve after a difficult season .
United have n't played a game since their 5-0 drubbing of LASK in the Europa League on March 12 , as football across the globe was suspended due to the coronavirus outbreak .
However , a return to action could soon be on the way and United have returned to Carrington for training this week to prepare for their remaining fixtures .
Prior to the break , Lingard had n't been enjoying a great @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or assist against lower league opposition Rochdale and Tranmere Rovers and in Europe against Astana and Club Brugge .
The forward has admitted he was n't himself at the start of the campaign but is now feeling refreshed and hoping to come back stronger for the rest of the season .
`` Obviously to finish the season , '' told Adidas Home Team 's The Huddle .
`` You know I wanted to go back in fitter , sharper than last season to play every game .
I 've kind of forgot about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ though the season 's not finished , I feel like it 's another little fresh start .
`` Finishing a season , it feels like a mini-season for me , so to go back in , like I say , flying from the get-go , in which I feel good and then , obviously , for next season to just carry on .
`` I have the right attitude , I have the right desire , I have the right hunger to win games to play for United to obviously win trophies which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I think we can get there , we all need to push each other to new heights , day in , day out in training .
So I do n't see why we ca n't take it into the game too .
`` But trophies are the main ting and individual targets like goals and assists , I have a lot else that I target before the season because I do that anyway but last season , for some reason I did n't set any targets .
`` My mind were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pushing myself .
It felt like it were n't me .
You feel like when you watch yourself you 're like 'that 's not Jesse . '
`` I know who I am and my family know who I am , I know how I play and , like I say , I did n't really push myself last season .
So this season I 'm gon na have targets , I 'm gon na have goals that I need to hit , individually and as a team as well . ''
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Jesse Lingard is hoping to take advantage of the 'fresh start' when Manchester United finally return to action and improve after a difficult season.
United haven't played a game since their 5-0 drubbing of LASK in the Europa League on March 12, as football across the globe was suspended due to the coronavirus outbreak.
However, a return to action could soon be on the way and United have returned to Carrington for training this week to prepare for their remaining fixtures.
Prior to the break, Lingard hadn't been enjoying a great season and had only managed to score or assist against lower league opposition Rochdale and Tranmere Rovers and in Europe against Astana and Club Brugge.
The forward has admitted he wasn't himself at the start of the campaign but is now feeling refreshed and hoping to come back stronger for the rest of the season.
"Obviously to finish the season," told Adidas Home Team's The Huddle. "You know I wanted to go back in fitter, sharper than last season to play every game. I've kind of forgot about last season we move forward and even though the season's not finished, I feel like it's another little fresh start.
"Finishing a season, it feels like a mini-season for me, so to go back in, like I say, flying from the get-go, in which I feel good and then, obviously, for next season to just carry on.
"I have the right attitude, I have the right desire, I have the right hunger to win games to play for United to obviously win trophies which is one of the most important things.
"I think we can get there, we all need to push each other to new heights, day in, day out in training. So I don't see why we can't take it into the game too.
"But trophies are the main ting and individual targets like goals and assists, I have a lot else that I target before the season because I do that anyway but last season, for some reason I didn't set any targets.
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"My mind weren't there, I weren't really pushing myself. It felt like it weren't me. You feel like when you watch yourself you're like 'that's not Jesse.'
"I know who I am and my family know who I am, I know how I play and, like I say, I didn't really push myself last season. So this season I'm gonna have targets, I'm gonna have goals that I need to hit, individually and as a team as well."
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-28--Watch as Liam Gallagher, Take That and more lead doorstep sing-a-long

Greater Manchester will band together this evening for a mass doorstep sing-a-long , led by some of region 's most famous faces .
Liam Gallagher , Mark Owen from Take That , Aitch and James ' Tim Booth will all make appearances at the Together In One Voice event .
The socially distanced event will begin at 7.30pm , just before the weekly Clap For Carers .
It 's hoped that residents across the region will unite in song from their doorsteps , gardens , balconies and even windows .
You can watch the event as it happens through the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been created by musical director Dan McDwyer , which includes Shine by Take That , Sit Down by James , and Search For The Hero by M People .
The classic Oasis hit Wonderwall will be the finale .
All the lyric sheets , schedule , and information you need can be seen at togethermcr.com .
Residents across the region are encouraged to share their videos of the event , ready for a documentary-style film to be streamed on Sunday night .
Videos can be submitted at togethermcr.com to be included , or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ TogetherInOneVoice .
Local choirs will lead the singing tonight , prompted by celebrities including Mike Pickering from M People , Tom Walker , Liam Fray and Emeli Sande .
Other famous figures who are supporting the event include Rowetta , Shaun Ryder , Blossoms , Corrie actors and Clint Boon .
Together In One Voice comes from Manchester International Festival , with support from Co-op , Manchester City Council and GMCA .

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Greater Manchester will band together this evening for a mass doorstep sing-a-long, led by some of region's most famous faces.
Liam Gallagher, Mark Owen from Take That, Aitch and James' Tim Booth will all make appearances at the Together In One Voice event.
The socially distanced event will begin at 7.30pm, just before the weekly Clap For Carers.
It's hoped that residents across the region will unite in song from their doorsteps, gardens, balconies and even windows.
You can watch the event as it happens through the live stream below.
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A playlist has been created by musical director Dan McDwyer, which includes Shine by Take That, Sit Down by James, and Search For The Hero by M People.
The classic Oasis hit Wonderwall will be the finale.
All the lyric sheets, schedule, and information you need can be seen at togethermcr.com.
Residents across the region are encouraged to share their videos of the event, ready for a documentary-style film to be streamed on Sunday night.
Videos can be submitted at togethermcr.com to be included, or on social media using the hashtag #TogetherInOneVoice.
Local choirs will lead the singing tonight, prompted by celebrities including Mike Pickering from M People, Tom Walker, Liam Fray and Emeli Sande.
Other famous figures who are supporting the event include Rowetta, Shaun Ryder, Blossoms, Corrie actors and Clint Boon.
Together In One Voice comes from Manchester International Festival, with support from Co-op, Manchester City Council and GMCA.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--Manchester United know where to find their perfect back-up striker

Odion Ighalo might not fit the profile of an ideal Manchester United signing , but he has at least given the club an outline of the kind of striker they need to complement the attack .
Eyebrows were raised when United signed Ighalo on a four-month loan deal on the final day of the January transfer window but the 30-year-old has proven to be the ideal foil for Anthony Martial .
It 's not just been the goals - four of them in three starts in cup competitions - but the fact he 's been able to give the Frenchman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a point of difference to the frontline .
United 's attackers before Ighalo signed all fit a similar bracket .
There was pace to burn , an abundance of threat on the counter-attack and forwards who liked to drop deep and wide and run with the ball , at times it could all be too similar .
United also lacked a striker who could come off the bench and offer a variation .
Ighalo has done that , he is more physical than Martial and Marcus Rashford , stays more central and offers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hold the ball up , a vital tool late in games when his side are holding on to leads , and while his late cameo against Manchester City was one of his briefest , it was also one of his best .
It was the kind of impact off the bench in a winning cause that United have so often lacked .
So when Martial returns to China , either early next week or , as United hope , once this season is finished , it will be time to find an alternative @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there is a back-up striker available , reducing their workload , while Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will want another attacking body to call upon off the bench or in the case of injury or rotation .
The success of Ighalo has made it clear that he is the type of forward that would complement the existing attack .
There is a lot of excitement around Timo Werner as he continues to plunder goals for RB Leipzig at an eye-catching rate , but he 's also very similar to what United already have .
Werner @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , drops away from the penalty box and has a blistering turn of foot .
He might be the perfect replacement for Martial , but not the ideal alternative .
Instead United need a younger version of Ighalo and that might lead them to Lyon and Moussa Dembele .
The 23-year-old might not quite have the physicality of United 's Nigerian loanee but at 6ft he still an imposing option and he can play as a traditional No .
9 , staying central and holding the ball up .
Dembele would likely be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , not to mention more attainable , with the German looking likely to move to Liverpool if he does leave Leipzig this summer .
The former Celtic striker 's contribution at Lyon across two seasons amounts to 42 goals in 88 games and there is a feeling he may be set to depart the club this summer , especially with Lyon likely to be without European football next season .
Ligue 1 has already been terminated as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and , with Rudi Garcia 's side only in seventh @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wo n't qualify for either continental competition .
President Jean-Michael Aulas has n't taken that decision lightly and Lyon are n't going quietly without European football , but for footballing and financial reasons it will cast further doubt on the future of Dembele .
Ighalo 's short contribution to United so far has been memorable , but he 's also highlighted the path Solskjaer should go down when looking for competition and back-up in attack .
Dembele is unlikely to demand to be playing every week if he does move , but he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while also offering an alternative weapon in the final third .
The Frenchman looks a better option for United than Werner .

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Odion Ighalo might not fit the profile of an ideal Manchester United signing, but he has at least given the club an outline of the kind of striker they need to complement the attack.
Eyebrows were raised when United signed Ighalo on a four-month loan deal on the final day of the January transfer window but the 30-year-old has proven to be the ideal foil for Anthony Martial.
It's not just been the goals - four of them in three starts in cup competitions - but the fact he's been able to give the Frenchman and a rest and that he offers a point of difference to the frontline.
United's attackers before Ighalo signed all fit a similar bracket. There was pace to burn, an abundance of threat on the counter-attack and forwards who liked to drop deep and wide and run with the ball, at times it could all be too similar.
United also lacked a striker who could come off the bench and offer a variation. Ighalo has done that, he is more physical than Martial and Marcus Rashford, stays more central and offers a focal point. He can also hold the ball up, a vital tool late in games when his side are holding on to leads, and while his late cameo against Manchester City was one of his briefest, it was also one of his best. It was the kind of impact off the bench in a winning cause that United have so often lacked.
So when Ighalo returns to China, either early next week or, as United hope, once this season is finished, it will be time to find an alternative. Martial and Rashford need to know there is a back-up striker available, reducing their workload, while Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will want another attacking body to call upon off the bench or in the case of injury or rotation.
The success of Ighalo has made it clear that he is the type of forward that would complement the existing attack. There is a lot of excitement around Timo Werner as he continues to plunder goals for RB Leipzig at an eye-catching rate, but he's also very similar to what United already have.
Werner is a forward who can play wide, drops away from the penalty box and has a blistering turn of foot. He might be the perfect replacement for Martial, but not the ideal alternative.
Instead United need a younger version of Ighalo and that might lead them to Lyon and Moussa Dembele. The 23-year-old might not quite have the physicality of United's Nigerian loanee but at 6ft he still an imposing option and he can play as a traditional No. 9, staying central and holding the ball up.
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Dembele would likely be a cheaper option than Werner as well, not to mention more attainable, with the German looking likely to move to Liverpool if he does leave Leipzig this summer.
The former Celtic striker's contribution at Lyon across two seasons amounts to 42 goals in 88 games and there is a feeling he may be set to depart the club this summer, especially with Lyon likely to be without European football next season. Ligue 1 has already been terminated as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and, with Rudi Garcia's side only in seventh before the season was suspended, they won't qualify for either continental competition.
President Jean-Michael Aulas hasn't taken that decision lightly and Lyon aren't going quietly without European football, but for footballing and financial reasons it will cast further doubt on the future of Dembele.
Ighalo's short contribution to United so far has been memorable, but he's also highlighted the path Solskjaer should go down when looking for competition and back-up in attack.
Dembele is unlikely to demand to be playing every week if he does move, but he will have enough chances to oust Martial while also offering an alternative weapon in the final third. The Frenchman looks a better option for United than Werner.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--Devastation as 'wonderful' nurse and mum, 28, dies from coronavirus

Tributes have been paid to a 'wonderful ' nurse and mother who has died after testing positive for Covid-19 .
Vivian Chikwan Ng , of Middleton , started displaying symptoms of coronavirus on Thursday , May 21 .
The 28-year-old died at home less than a week after the diagnosis on Wednesday , May 27 .
She was on kidney dialysis and her partner Tony Sheridan recently discovered he matched as a kidney donor .
The kidney transplant was in the process of being arranged .
The couple have a four-year-old daughter , named Skye , and were also planning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ member of St Michael 's Church , in Middleton , and had a big circle of friends .
Last night , colleagues released balloons in tribute to Vivian during the NHS Clap for Our Carers .
Vivian 's father , Simon , said : `` She is a good daughter to have , a loving caring mother to Skye .
`` She put everyone in front of herself , hardworking , even when she is not well .
`` She loved her job and had a lovely team to work with at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ speaking on behalf of the family , described Vivian as `` loving , gentle and wonderful '' .
She said : `` One of the four archangels , St Michael is known for working on missions to fight against evil , proclaim God 's truth , and strengthen the faith of the people .
`` This morning St Michael ’ s has lost one of its own angels to Covid-19 , Vivian Chikwan Ng , 28 , partner to Tony , mummy to Skye , daughter to Steph and Simon , sister to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first to arrive at the family service was also like St Michael - deeply faithful in spirit and in truth , enjoyed sharing her faith and strengthening those around her with words of wisdom .
`` She recently posted on Facebook – ‘ who you are is built on the experiences life throws your way .
It 's the way you deal that makes the warrior you are today ! '
`` Vivian was beautiful on the outside but it was her inner being that was the most beautiful .
Her gentle nature @ @ @ @ @ @ @ heart and mind were all gifts we have been blessed to see and receive .
`` Her immense strength battling diabetes , her pure joy proclaiming the love of her Lord has been truly inspiring , but it is the great love of all her family , for love given and love received , that we must give thanks for today .
`` No matter how sad we feel , it is nothing compared to what they are feeling .
Please hold them all in your prayers , each hurting in a different @ @ @ @ @ @ @ angel a warrior . ''
Rev Calow said it has been difficult for the church community and Vivian 's friends as the family are in quarantine and they can not visit them to offer their support to them .
Rev Calow added : `` She enjoyed life .
She had a a lovely sense of humour .
She adored her little girl .
She was looking for her starting reception in September .
`` She was a close family member to her parents and brother .
Her church family are saddened , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Her family would say she was a beautiful daughter , loved by them all , a beautiful mummy and sister .
They were so proud of her , her beauty and what she achieved . ''
Vivian 's colleagues have launched a fundraising appeal to donate money in her memory to her family .
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Tributes have been paid to a 'wonderful' nurse and mother who has died after testing positive for Covid-19.
Vivian Chikwan Ng, of Middleton, started displaying symptoms of coronavirus on Thursday, May 21.
The 28-year-old died at home less than a week after the diagnosis on Wednesday, May 27.
Vivian was a hardworking Phlebotomist, taking blood samples, at North Manchester General Hospital.
She was on kidney dialysis and her partner Tony Sheridan recently discovered he matched as a kidney donor. The kidney transplant was in the process of being arranged.
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The couple have a four-year-old daughter, named Skye, and were also planning a wedding. Vivian was an active member of St Michael's Church, in Middleton, and had a big circle of friends.
Last night, colleagues released balloons in tribute to Vivian during the NHS Clap for Our Carers.
Vivian's father, Simon, said: "She is a good daughter to have, a loving caring mother to Skye.
"She put everyone in front of herself, hardworking, even when she is not well.
"She loved her job and had a lovely team to work with at the hospital."
Reverend Jackie Calow, speaking on behalf of the family, described Vivian as "loving, gentle and wonderful".
She said: "One of the four archangels, St Michael is known for working on missions to fight against evil, proclaim God's truth, and strengthen the faith of the people.
"This morning St Michael’s has lost one of its own angels to Covid-19, Vivian Chikwan Ng, 28, partner to Tony, mummy to Skye, daughter to Steph and Simon, sister to Antonio.
"Vivian, always the first to arrive at the family service was also like St Michael - deeply faithful in spirit and in truth, enjoyed sharing her faith and strengthening those around her with words of wisdom.
"She recently posted on Facebook – ‘who you are is built on the experiences life throws your way. It's the way you deal that makes the warrior you are today!'
"Vivian was beautiful on the outside but it was her inner being that was the most beautiful. Her gentle nature, inspiring spirit, kind and generous heart and mind were all gifts we have been blessed to see and receive.
"Her immense strength battling diabetes, her pure joy proclaiming the love of her Lord has been truly inspiring, but it is the great love of all her family, for love given and love received, that we must give thanks for today.
"No matter how sad we feel, it is nothing compared to what they are feeling. Please hold them all in your prayers, each hurting in a different way. RIP lovely lady, an angel a warrior."
Rev Calow said it has been difficult for the church community and Vivian's friends as the family are in quarantine and they cannot visit them to offer their support to them.
Rev Calow added: "She enjoyed life. She had a a lovely sense of humour. She adored her little girl. She was looking for her starting reception in September.
"She was a close family member to her parents and brother. Her church family are saddened, we are going to miss her.
"Her family would say she was a beautiful daughter, loved by them all, a beautiful mummy and sister. They were so proud of her, her beauty and what she achieved."
Dena Marshall, Chief Executive of North Manchester General Hospital, said: “It is with great sadness that we can confirm one of our Trust colleagues died from a COVID-19 related illness.
"Vivian was a much loved and valued member of the phlebotomy team at North Manchester General Hospital. Vivian was kind, funny, caring and always put others before herself. Vivian will be greatly missed by all of her colleagues.
"We extend our sincere condolences and deepest sympathies to Viv’s family and all our thoughts are with them at this incredibly difficult time."
Vivian's colleagues have launched a fundraising appeal to donate money in her memory to her family.
To make a donation visit here.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--Odeon, Vue and Cineworld cinemas outline reopening plans

Cinema chains across the UK have announced plans to reopen in July , in line with the government 's roadmap out of lockdown .
Cinemas have been closed since March 17 , but many have said they hope to reopen in time to screen Christopher Nolan 's Tenet .
Cineworld , which has sites in Bolton , Ashton-under-Lyne , Didsbury and Leigh is the latest to confirm it hopes to welcome customers back in July .
It hopes to open the doors to all 128 cinemas in early summer as long as the governement lockdown restrictions are lifted enough .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Subject to this and confirmation of the schedule for film releases , Cineworld anticipates the reopening of all of its cinemas in July . ''
`` Cineworld has put in place procedures to ensure a safe and enjoyable cinema experience for its employees and customers . ''
It will open with screenings of Tenet , due for release on July 17 , and Disney 's live-action remake of Mulan .
Vue confirmed earlier this month that it hopes to reopen in mid-July too , with its chief executive Tim Richards telling the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ measures with authorities .
He said : `` We are seeing our markets in Europe opening before ours .
`` We are trying to work with the government to demonstrate we are not like sporting fixtures and pop concerts .
`` We can control how many people come into our cinemas at any one time – we have the ability to control the exit and entrance . ''
The latest plans from Vue will mean tickets can only be purchased online , with staggered screenings to reduce contact between customers .
Odeon , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , has said it will be hoping to reopen in early July , as long as it has enough films to show and the government guidance permits it .
A statement from Odeon said : `` We continue to make good progress in our plans for reopening cinemas in the UK and across Europe .
`` We are working closely with national cinema associations and Governments as we introduce additional health and safety protocols across all of our sites .
`` These new protocols are being introduced to reassure our guests and ensure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the safest and most controlled environment .
`` We will be ready to welcome guests back from early July , but the reopening of our cinemas will be dependent on having a strong line-up of films in place for our guests to enjoy .
Currently this begins with Tenet and Mulan . ''
Many non-essential shops are expected to being opening again from June 15 , and Boris Johnson has hinted that there may be hope for restaurants and pubs to open earlier than July .

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Cinema chains across the UK have announced plans to reopen in July, in line with the government's roadmap out of lockdown.
Cinemas have been closed since March 17, but many have said they hope to reopen in time to screen Christopher Nolan's Tenet.
Cineworld, which has sites in Bolton, Ashton-under-Lyne, Didsbury and Leigh is the latest to confirm it hopes to welcome customers back in July.
It hopes to open the doors to all 128 cinemas in early summer as long as the governement lockdown restrictions are lifted enough.
A statement issued this week said: "Subject to this and confirmation of the schedule for film releases, Cineworld anticipates the reopening of all of its cinemas in July."
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"Cineworld has put in place procedures to ensure a safe and enjoyable cinema experience for its employees and customers."
It will open with screenings of Tenet, due for release on July 17, and Disney's live-action remake of Mulan.
Vue confirmed earlier this month that it hopes to reopen in mid-July too, with its chief executive Tim Richards telling the BBC that he is discussing social distancing measures with authorities.
He said: "We are seeing our markets in Europe opening before ours.
"We are trying to work with the government to demonstrate we are not like sporting fixtures and pop concerts.
"We can control how many people come into our cinemas at any one time – we have the ability to control the exit and entrance."
The latest plans from Vue will mean tickets can only be purchased online, with staggered screenings to reduce contact between customers.
(Image: PA)
Odeon, which has 120 sites in the UK, has said it will be hoping to reopen in early July, as long as it has enough films to show and the government guidance permits it.
A statement from Odeon said: "We continue to make good progress in our plans for reopening cinemas in the UK and across Europe.
"We are working closely with national cinema associations and Governments as we introduce additional health and safety protocols across all of our sites.
"These new protocols are being introduced to reassure our guests and ensure that they can enjoy the cinema experience in the safest and most controlled environment.
"We will be ready to welcome guests back from early July, but the reopening of our cinemas will be dependent on having a strong line-up of films in place for our guests to enjoy. Currently this begins with Tenet and Mulan."
Many non-essential shops are expected to being opening again from June 15, and Boris Johnson has hinted that there may be hope for restaurants and pubs to open earlier than July.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--A third teenager has been charged following a disturbance in south Manchester

A third teenager has been charged in connection to a disturbance in south Manchester .
Police were called to reports @ @ @ @ @ Road in Longsight at around 6.15pm on Monday ( May 25 ) .
Their enquiries @ @ @ @ @ a fight between a group of people .
A 14-year-old boy from Longsight has been @ @ @ @ @ , violent disorder and possession of a bladed article .
He has been remanded and @ @ @ @ @ Salford Magistrates Court later today ( May 29 ) .
Earlier this week , a @ @ @ @ @ boy , both from Longsight , were charged with violent disorder in connection with the @ @ @ @ @ first on the free Manchester Evening News app - download it here for your Apple @ @ @ @ @ can also get a round-up of the biggest stories sent direct to your inbox every @ @ @ @ @ newsletter - subscribe here .
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A third teenager has been charged in connection to a disturbance in south Manchester.
Police were called to reports of a disturbance on Meldon Road in Longsight at around 6.15pm on Monday (May 25).
Their enquiries later established that there was a fight between a group of people.
A 14-year-old boy from Longsight has been charged with section 18 assault, violent disorder and possession of a bladed article.
He has been remanded and will appear before Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court later today (May 29).
Earlier this week, a 15-year-old boy and a 16-year-old boy, both from Longsight, were charged with violent disorder in connection with the disturbance.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--Man City wait for Vincent Kompany return will stretch beyond summer

Vincent Kompany is not expected to return to Manchester City this summer despite talks with the club this year .
The former club captain announced his departure in May 2019 after a trophy-laden 11 years at the Etihad .
His presence has been missed in a season that sees Pep Guardiola and his squad almost certain to relinquish their Premier League crown .
With assistant Mikel Arteta taking the top job at Arsenal in December , the Blues are on the lookout for another member of the coaching staff and Kompany and the door will always be open for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Reports in Belgium suggested a shock return had been mooted for the centre-back just a year after he took the ambitious job of player-coach at Anderlecht but was opted against .
As well as commitment to the Anderlecht project , it is understood that Kompany also retains the ambition of playing in the European Championships , which have now been pushed back a year to 2021 .
Any move back to Manchester would not be in a playing capacity , so may have to wait at least another year .
Kompany is under @ @ @ @ @ @ @ endured a difficult first year with the club eighth in the table when the season was curtailed , closer in points to the bottom of the table than the top .
City were able to absorb losing Guardiola 's No.2 Domenec Torrent to New York City in 2018 as Arteta stepped up his role but given the struggles of the squad this season a new face could be needed in time for the new campaign .

Vincent Kompany is not expected to return to Manchester City this summer despite talks with the club this year.
The former club captain announced his departure in May 2019 after a trophy-laden 11 years at the Etihad. His presence has been missed in a season that sees Pep Guardiola and his squad almost certain to relinquish their Premier League crown.
With assistant Mikel Arteta taking the top job at Arsenal in December, the Blues are on the lookout for another member of the coaching staff and Kompany and the door will always be open for the player to return in some capacity. Reports in Belgium suggested a shock return had been mooted for the centre-back just a year after he took the ambitious job of player-coach at Anderlecht but was opted against.
As well as commitment to the Anderlecht project, it is understood that Kompany also retains the ambition of playing in the European Championships, which have now been pushed back a year to 2021. Any move back to Manchester would not be in a playing capacity, so may have to wait at least another year.
Kompany is under contract at Anderlecht until 2022 but has endured a difficult first year with the club eighth in the table when the season was curtailed, closer in points to the bottom of the table than the top.
City were able to absorb losing Guardiola's No.2 Domenec Torrent to New York City in 2018 as Arteta stepped up his role but given the struggles of the squad this season a new face could be needed in time for the new campaign.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--Council lends Manchester Airport nearly £13m as part of major loan package

Trafford Council has given £12.95 million to Manchester Airport through borrowing .
As part of a £260 million investment by all ten Greater Manchester councils made earlier this month , the council ’ s share of that investment was approved at an executive meeting .
In total , Trafford Council gave £12.95 million to the group as the airport is “ a major generator of income ” for both the authority and the area to support it through the coronavirus outbreak and its immediate aftermath .
At the executive meeting where the amount was agreed , it was also decided @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be through shareholder prudential borrowing .
The agreed increase to the council ’ s capital budget means the authority ’ s overall budget for 2020-21 has gone up during a time where councils are under particular financial pressure .
Predictions state Trafford Council could find itself up to £37 million down this financial year due to the impact of COVID-19 .
The authority even had take out a two-week loan of £7 million earlier this month to resolve “ cash flow issues ” .
Some councillors have previously expressed concern over Trafford Council @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the authority facing up to £80 million of loan repayments over the next 10 years .
Over the last three years in total , the council has borrowed up to £194 million as part of its investment strategy .
It could also have to repay almost £30m in loans in just one year in 2026 .
However , council leader Coun Andrew Western labelled concerned interpretations of the authority ’ s investment strategy as “ a worrying level of misunderstanding ” .
A spokesperson for Trafford Council said : “ The £12.95 million @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the £260 million investment in Manchester Airports Group .
“ Manchester Airport is critically important to the future success of the area .
MAG is also major generator of income for the council which is used to help fund vital services .
“ Together with the other shareholders in the airport – including the other nine Greater Manchester local authorities – we are investing to support MAG .
“ Backing the airport will enable it to weather the current storm and come out stronger in the years ahead , ensuring that these @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Failure to act to support the group now would cost much more in the longer term .
”

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Trafford Council has given £12.95 million to Manchester Airport through borrowing.
As part of a £260 million investment by all ten Greater Manchester councils made earlier this month, the council’s share of that investment was approved at an executive meeting.
In total, Trafford Council gave £12.95 million to the group as the airport is “a major generator of income” for both the authority and the area to support it through the coronavirus outbreak and its immediate aftermath.
At the executive meeting where the amount was agreed, it was also decided that the source of those funds would be through shareholder prudential borrowing.
The agreed increase to the council’s capital budget means the authority’s overall budget for 2020-21 has gone up during a time where councils are under particular financial pressure.
Predictions state Trafford Council could find itself up to £37 million down this financial year due to the impact of COVID-19.
The authority even had take out a two-week loan of £7 million earlier this month to resolve “cash flow issues”.
Some councillors have previously expressed concern over Trafford Council’s levels of borrowing, with the authority facing up to £80 million of loan repayments over the next 10 years.
Over the last three years in total, the council has borrowed up to £194 million as part of its investment strategy.
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It could also have to repay almost £30m in loans in just one year in 2026.
However, council leader Coun Andrew Western labelled concerned interpretations of the authority’s investment strategy as “a worrying level of misunderstanding”.
A spokesperson for Trafford Council said: “The £12.95 million relates to the council’s part of the £260 million investment in Manchester Airports Group.
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“Manchester Airport is critically important to the future success of the area. MAG is also major generator of income for the council which is used to help fund vital services.
“Together with the other shareholders in the airport – including the other nine Greater Manchester local authorities – we are investing to support MAG.
“Backing the airport will enable it to weather the current storm and come out stronger in the years ahead, ensuring that these benefits continue in the long term.
“Failure to act to support the group now would cost much more in the longer term.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--Council and health bosses put risk sharing on hold over Covid-19 funding fears

A risk sharing agreement between Rochdale council and health bosses has been suspended due to ‘ frightening ’ uncertainty over Covid-19 funding .
Two years ago the council and the borough 's clinical comminssioning group ( CCG ) created a pooled fund as part of the merging of health and social care - with the local authority responsible for 30pc of the budget .
But that arrangement has now been put on hold due to the government appearing to row back on its pledge to fully fund coronavirus-related costs incurred by councils and health bodies .
Chancellor Rishi Sunak had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to get the nation through ’ , while communities secretary Robert Jenrick told councils the government would be ‘ ensuring money flows to you ’ .
However , the government has seemingly changed tack on this , with Mr Jenrick saying the government would only reimburse councils for money spent on ‘ immediate priorities ’ and refusing to publish a precise list of what would be covered .
This has sown both and anger and confusion in local government , with Rochdale council leader Allen Brett recently warning the authority could be left @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fear they could effectively go bust .
Rochdale council chief executive Steve Rumbelow - also accountable officer for the CCG - said ministers had begun to ‘ adjust the narrative ’ for both local authorities and health organisations .
“ There has been a bit of smoke and mirrors going on and we won ’ t know , I don ’ t think , for some time , what costs are going to be covered either in health or local government , ” he said .
In light of this ‘ high level @ @ @ @ @ @ @ council are going their separate ways for the rest of the financial year , taking responsibility for their own overspends and budget gaps .
According to a report to cabinet , this is to ‘ allow for greater transparency in understanding the full impact on each organisation of Covid 19 ’ , while also allowing the partners to pursue potential additional funding through separate government support scheme .
But cabinet member Coun John Blundell said the situation potentially facing the council was a huge cause of concern .
He said : “ I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not in a position , as we are coming out of the pandemic , to know what state the finances of the health service are in , given it has such a big impact on our adult social care.
” Coun Sara Rowbotham , cabinet member for health and wellbeing , said the difficulty for the council was that , while the CCG was funded by NHS England , it was reliant to an extent on income it generates ( through car parks , leisure centres etc ) - which has been 'seriously @ @ @ @ @ @ @ backed a motion put forward by Coun Blundell ’ s motion calling for the public to be made aware of the perilous situation potentially facing adult social care .
She said : “ I don ’ t think the public is aware at all about the implications on us .
In order to provide future care we are really busy trying to provide an integrated service .
But one has no money and the other doesn ’ t know how much it ’ s going to get next time round .
“ It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ aren ’ t aware and I fully support John ’ s motion about getting this out into the public domain and making our residents as clear as possible as to the pressure we ’ re under at the moment.
” The council and CCG intend to return to a 'more risk sharing approach ' in 2021/22 , with both organistations being commited to integrated health and care services and the 'benefits this offers ' to the borough of Rochdale .

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A risk sharing agreement between Rochdale council and health bosses has been suspended due to ‘frightening’ uncertainty over Covid-19 funding.
Two years ago the council and the borough's clinical comminssioning group (CCG) created a pooled fund as part of the merging of health and social care - with the local authority responsible for 30pc of the budget.
But that arrangement has now been put on hold due to the government appearing to row back on its pledge to fully fund coronavirus-related costs incurred by councils and health bodies.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak had promised to do ‘whatever it takes to get the nation through’, while communities secretary Robert Jenrick told councils the government would be ‘ensuring money flows to you’.
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However, the government has seemingly changed tack on this, with Mr Jenrick saying the government would only reimburse councils for money spent on ‘immediate priorities’ and refusing to publish a precise list of what would be covered.
This has sown both and anger and confusion in local government, with Rochdale council leader Allen Brett recently warning the authority could be left £25m out of pocket.
Some authorities fear they could effectively go bust.
Rochdale council chief executive Steve Rumbelow - also accountable officer for the CCG - said ministers had begun to ‘adjust the narrative’ for both local authorities and health organisations.
“There has been a bit of smoke and mirrors going on and we won’t know, I don’t think, for some time, what costs are going to be covered either in health or local government,” he said.
In light of this ‘high level of uncertainty’, the CCG and council are going their separate ways for the rest of the financial year, taking responsibility for their own overspends and budget gaps.
According to a report to cabinet, this is to ‘allow for greater transparency in understanding the full impact on each organisation of Covid 19’, while also allowing the partners to pursue potential additional funding through separate government support scheme.
But cabinet member Coun John Blundell said the situation potentially facing the council was a huge cause of concern.
He said: “I personally find that frightening that we are not in a position, as we are coming out of the pandemic, to know what state the finances of the health service are in, given it has such a big impact on our adult social care.”
Coun Sara Rowbotham, cabinet member for health and wellbeing, said the difficulty for the council was that, while the CCG was funded by NHS England, it was reliant to an extent on income it generates (through car parks, leisure centres etc) - which has been 'seriously affected' by coronavirus.
And she backed a motion put forward by Coun Blundell’s motion calling for the public to be made aware of the perilous situation potentially facing adult social care.
She said: “I don’t think the public is aware at all about the implications on us. In order to provide future care we are really busy trying to provide an integrated service. But one has no money and the other doesn’t know how much it’s going to get next time round.
“It’s really really difficult. People aren’t aware and I fully support John’s motion about getting this out into the public domain and making our residents as clear as possible as to the pressure we’re under at the moment.”
The council and CCG intend to return to a 'more risk sharing approach' in 2021/22, with both organistations being commited to integrated health and care services and the 'benefits this offers' to the borough of Rochdale.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--Man United plans are better than they have been for seven years

The end is finally in sight for Manchester United fans after the latest Premier League statement released on Thursday afternoon .
Top-flight football is set to return next month as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his players look to continue their fine pre-pandemic form and finish the season on a high .
United still harbour ambitions of achieving Champions League football next season , while there is a fantastic opportunity to round off this campaign with some silverware in both the FA Cup and Europa League .
However , mounting a Premier League title challenge next term will require another step @ @ @ @ @ @ @ triumph is one which has been 30 years-in-waiting and United are already working hard to ensure their current drought does n't go on much longer .
With successful investment this summer United will expect to mount a title charge next season , with the ultimate goal to be champions again within the next three years .
However , even in the dream scenario of lifting the Premier League trophy next season does occur they wo n't be able to rest on their laurels .
Seven years have passed since Sir Alex Ferguson departed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his belt .
United fans need no reminder of what happened next .
David Moyes had the impossible job on his hands , to not only to maintain the success of such a legendary manager , but to bring out the best of an ageing squad who were already sceptical about his credentials .
United 's failure post-Ferguson has been as much about poor forward-planning off the pitch as it has been about a drop in standards on it .
Moyes was sacked after just nine months , signings were made to satisfy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vision or continuity between appointments before Solskjaer 's last year .
Now the focus has changed at Old Trafford .
The goal is n't solely to be Premier League champions again , but it is to ensure that when they do next lift the title , they are in a strong position to defend it .
While it was the announcement of the Premier League 's return in June which had fans excited on Thursday afternoon , the smaller news of a contract extension for youth defender Luca Ercolani was one which acted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vision at United .
Last week saw young goalkeeper Jacob Carney sign his first professional contract with the club , while Max Taylor also penned another year to stay at Old Trafford .
Although the aforementioned trio might never establish themselves in the first-team set-up , the decision to keep them is part of the club 's continued target to become the best for youth talent in the country once again .
Plans are already in place for Hannibal Mejbri to step up his development next season with a bigger role , while @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deals for teenage trio Radek Vitek , Joe Hugill and Marc Jurado this summer .
Dillon Hoogewerf , Shola Shoretire and Teden Mengi are , along with Mejbri , some of the gold-standard performers in this academy crop .
Speaking last week Under-23 boss Neil Wood reiterated that promotion is n't the primary aim of the youth sides at United , but with him in charge as part of an overhaul at youth level there is now a clear philosophy at both first-team and youth levels with their style of play .
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for players to make the transition up the age ranks , something which has been emphatically proven by Brandon Williams already this season .
The 19-year-old is himself one of the many youngsters to have signed a new long-term deal at the club , with Tahith Chong and Mason Greenwood also amongst those here to stay .
Solskjaer will be hoping his faith in youngsters pays off in the same which Ferguson 's did , but beyond the current crop there is clear focus on the long-term vision throughout every age group .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ own potential pathway into the first-team and , with game time available in a squad experiencing such an exciting transition , now is perhaps as good a time as any to be breaking through United .

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The end is finally in sight for Manchester United fans after the latest Premier League statement released on Thursday afternoon.
Top-flight football is set to return next month as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his players look to continue their fine pre-pandemic form and finish the season on a high.
United still harbour ambitions of achieving Champions League football next season, while there is a fantastic opportunity to round off this campaign with some silverware in both the FA Cup and Europa League.
However, mounting a Premier League title challenge next term will require another step up or two. Liverpool's inevitable triumph is one which has been 30 years-in-waiting and United are already working hard to ensure their current drought doesn't go on much longer.
With successful investment this summer United will expect to mount a title charge next season, with the ultimate goal to be champions again within the next three years. However, even in the dream scenario of lifting the Premier League trophy next season does occur they won't be able to rest on their laurels.
Seven years have passed since Sir Alex Ferguson departed Old Trafford with another league title under his belt. United fans need no reminder of what happened next. David Moyes had the impossible job on his hands, to not only to maintain the success of such a legendary manager, but to bring out the best of an ageing squad who were already sceptical about his credentials.
United's failure post-Ferguson has been as much about poor forward-planning off the pitch as it has been about a drop in standards on it. Moyes was sacked after just nine months, signings were made to satisfy short-term needs and there was no clear vision or continuity between appointments before Solskjaer's last year.
Now the focus has changed at Old Trafford. The goal isn't solely to be Premier League champions again, but it is to ensure that when they do next lift the title, they are in a strong position to defend it.
While it was the announcement of the Premier League's return in June which had fans excited on Thursday afternoon, the smaller news of a contract extension for youth defender Luca Ercolani was one which acted as a telling reminder of the long-term vision at United.
Last week saw young goalkeeper Jacob Carney sign his first professional contract with the club, while Max Taylor also penned another year to stay at Old Trafford. Although the aforementioned trio might never establish themselves in the first-team set-up, the decision to keep them is part of the club's continued target to become the best for youth talent in the country once again.
Plans are already in place for Hannibal Mejbri to step up his development next season with a bigger role, while the club have moved quickly to agree deals for teenage trio Radek Vitek, Joe Hugill and Marc Jurado this summer. Dillon Hoogewerf, Shola Shoretire and Teden Mengi are, along with Mejbri, some of the gold-standard performers in this academy crop.
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Speaking last week Under-23 boss Neil Wood reiterated that promotion isn't the primary aim of the youth sides at United, but with him in charge as part of an overhaul at youth level there is now a clear philosophy at both first-team and youth levels with their style of play. This means that it should now be easier for players to make the transition up the age ranks, something which has been emphatically proven by Brandon Williams already this season.
The 19-year-old is himself one of the many youngsters to have signed a new long-term deal at the club, with Tahith Chong and Mason Greenwood also amongst those here to stay. Solskjaer will be hoping his faith in youngsters pays off in the same which Ferguson's did, but beyond the current crop there is clear focus on the long-term vision throughout every age group.
Youngsters have been clearly informed of their own potential pathway into the first-team and, with game time available in a squad experiencing such an exciting transition, now is perhaps as good a time as any to be breaking through United.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--DFS to reopen 88 showrooms today – the full list

If being in lockdown has got you thinking about doing up the house , this may help .
DFS is @ @ @ @ @ today , Friday May 29 .
The furniture retailer reopened three of its branches last @ @ @ @ @ to open the doors to more today .
Customers will be able to browse and @ @ @ @ @ but with social distancing measures in place .
Staff have also been trained on increased @ @ @ @ @ will conduct temperature checks every morning .
Shoppers will also find hand sanitiser stations around @ @ @ @ @ a limit on the number of people allowed inside at one time .
While customers @ @ @ @ @ the store for a 'comfort test ' on the product they wish to purchase , @ @ @ @ @ to complete their order over the phone , through live chat or on the DFS @ @ @ @ @ introduced an appointment service for customers who want to seek advice and purchase furniture as @ @ @ @ @ .
The full list of stores that are now open are :

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If being in lockdown has got you thinking about doing up the house, this may help.
DFS is reopening another 88 showrooms this today, Friday May 29.
The furniture retailer reopened three of its branches last week but announced its plans to open the doors to more today.
Customers will be able to browse and shop in stores as normal but with social distancing measures in place.
Staff have also been trained on increased hygiene practices and the company will conduct temperature checks every morning. Shoppers will also find hand sanitiser stations around stores and there will be a limit on the number of people allowed inside at one time.
While customers are able to go to the store for a 'comfort test' on the product they wish to purchase, they are also being asked to complete their order over the phone, through live chat or on the DFS website.
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They have also introduced an appointment service for customers who want to seek advice and purchase furniture as quickly and efficiently as possible.
The full list of stores that are now open are:


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--Police investigate stoning death at castle

Police are investigating the death of a man in a possible stoning attack at a medieval castle in Kent amid reports rocks had been thrown .
The incident at Lullingstone Castle in Kent came after locals expressed concerns over anti-social behaviour , with one saying : “ Something like this was coming.
” Joggers and walkers accustomed to enjoying the countryside around the castle in Eynsford instead found large areas cordoned off on Friday as detectives carried out investigations .
Officers were called to the grounds at 5.21pm on Thursday and a man later died at the scene , Kent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ available about the victim of the attack .
A spokesman said : “ It was reported that rocks were being thrown.
” Lullingstone Castle is a 15th century manor house which overlooks a stunning 15-acre lake and has been home to the same family since it was built .
Its extensive grounds have been visited by royalty including Henry VIII and Queen Anne .
It has been featured in TV series as well as being popular walking spot with locals .
But there have been concerns in the community over anti-social behaviour in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ presence .
Lullingstone Castle officials declined to comment on the ongoing situation .
Writing to local Tory MP Laura Trott on her Facebook page , Stephen Jury said : “ Something needs to be done !
“ The level of anti-social behaviour in and around the villages has become a joke and there isn ’ t a policeman in sight until it is too late !
“ There have been several instances over the last week or so .
“ Why does it take the death of an innocent man for something to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that poor man ’ s family but something like this was coming !
” Ms Trott , who became Sevenoaks MP in December 2019 , said : “ All our thoughts go to the victim ’ s family and loved ones at this time .
“ I am speaking with the police and the local councillors this morning and I will raise your concerns regarding rising anti-social behaviour as a matter of urgency .
“ This is something a few constituents have also emailed me about and I am very concerned by the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ information to get in touch with police urgently .

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Police are investigating the death of a man in his 60s in a possible stoning attack at a medieval castle in Kent amid reports rocks had been thrown.
The incident in the grounds of Lullingstone Castle in Kent came after locals expressed concerns over anti-social behaviour, with one saying: “Something like this was coming.”
Police said the man may have been involved in an altercation on Thursday evening.
The force was called at 5.21pm on Thursday to reports of a disturbance and the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
“It is reported he may have been involved in an altercation with two boys or teenagers near to a lake within in the grounds, prior to his death,” Kent Police said.
Investigators are appealing for information from anybody who was in the area, including dog walkers, anglers and golfers, who witnessed the incident or saw two young people in the vicinity of the lake between 12pm and 7pm.
The victim has not been identified.
Joggers and walkers accustomed to enjoying the countryside around the castle in Eynsford instead found large areas cordoned off on Friday as detectives carried out investigations.
A spokesman said: “It was reported that rocks were being thrown.”
Lullingstone Castle is a 15th century manor house which overlooks a stunning 15-acre lake and has been home to the same family since it was built.
Its extensive grounds have been visited by royalty including Henry VIII and Queen Anne.
It has been featured in TV series as well as being popular walking spot with locals.
But there have been concerns in the community over anti-social behaviour in surrounding villages and a lack of police presence.
Lullingstone Castle officials declined to comment on the ongoing situation.
Writing to local Tory MP Laura Trott on her Facebook page, Stephen Jury said: “Something needs to be done!
“The level of anti-social behaviour in and around the villages has become a joke and there isn’t a policeman in sight until it is too late!
“There have been several instances over the last week or so.
“Why does it take the death of an innocent man for something to be done? I just feel for that poor man’s family but something like this was coming!”
Ms Trott, who became Sevenoaks MP in December 2019, said: “All our thoughts go to the victim’s family and loved ones at this time.
“I am speaking with the police and the local councillors this morning and I will raise your concerns regarding rising anti-social behaviour as a matter of urgency.
“This is something a few constituents have also emailed me about and I am very concerned by the reports.”
She asked for anyone with information to get in touch with police urgently.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--One of Manchester city centre's most prominent hotels is closing for good

One of the city centre 's most prominent hotels is to close permanently this summer .
The Renaissance Manchester Hotel , which is part of the Marriott Group , has confirmed the news 'with great sadness ' .
Owners of the hotel , on the corner of Deansgate and Blackfriars Street , said demand has been weakened by the travel restrictions implemented during the coronavirus pandemic .
It is expected to close its doors for good on July 15 .
The four-star hotel is in a prominent location in the city centre , close to Harvey Nichols , Selfridges , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told the M.E.N : `` It is with great sadness that we can confirm that the Renaissance Manchester Hotel is expected to permanently close around July 15 2020 .
`` Travel restrictions and social distancing efforts around the world have resulted in weaker demand and economic uncertainty .
`` After evaluating all options for the property together with the hotel owner , the difficult decision has been made to permanently close the hotel . ''
The business has not confirmed how many employees will be left without jobs by the closure , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ associates is important to us and we are striving to proceed in the most thoughtful and respectful way possible .
`` We will actively support each one of the impacted associates through this transition . ''
The building has long been labelled an 'eyesore ' in the city centre and has faced demolition since 2018 .
Plans were released last year for a five-star hotel , 600 upscale apartments and a new public courtyard , as well as waterfront walkways and restaurants , to replace the brutalist structure .
It 's part of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Renaissance Hotel regeneration area .

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One of the city centre's most prominent hotels is to close permanently this summer.
The Renaissance Manchester Hotel, which is part of the Marriott Group, has confirmed the news 'with great sadness'.
Owners of the hotel, on the corner of Deansgate and Blackfriars Street, said demand has been weakened by the travel restrictions implemented during the coronavirus pandemic.
It is expected to close its doors for good on July 15.
The four-star hotel is in a prominent location in the city centre, close to Harvey Nichols, Selfridges, and the Manchester Arena.
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The Renaissance told the M.E.N: "It is with great sadness that we can confirm that the Renaissance Manchester Hotel is expected to permanently close around July 15 2020.
"Travel restrictions and social distancing efforts around the world have resulted in weaker demand and economic uncertainty.
"After evaluating all options for the property together with the hotel owner, the difficult decision has been made to permanently close the hotel."
The business has not confirmed how many employees will be left without jobs by the closure, but added: " The wellbeing of our associates is important to us and we are striving to proceed in the most thoughtful and respectful way possible.
"We will actively support each one of the impacted associates through this transition."
The building has long been labelled an 'eyesore' in the city centre and has faced demolition since 2018.
Plans were released last year for a five-star hotel, 600 upscale apartments and a new public courtyard, as well as waterfront walkways and restaurants, to replace the brutalist structure.
It's part of developer Urban & Civic's proposals for the Renaissance Hotel regeneration area.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--Fury as families ignore lockdown and use closed off play area

A furious resident has hit out at lockdown rule-breakers who ignored signs and took their children into a padlocked public play area .
Tracey Cole said there have been families using the swings and slides in Moss Bank Park every day since the Bank Holiday on Monday despite clear instructions left by Bolton Council .
She claims to have seen mothers lifting their children 's prams and passing them to each other over the metal fencing around the play area .
The area is closed to the public in order to help steam the spread of the coronavirus , especially @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Wednesday afternoon Tracey , who regularly walks through the park , says she saw as many as six families enjoying the swings and slides in the sunshine .
`` The bank holiday was worst , '' she explained .
`` I watched in dismay as mothers climbed over the signed gate and handed children and prams over to each other .
I estimate the children were as young as 2 to 8 roughly , plus there were older young teens .
`` No-one else batted an eyelid .
It seems to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ignore . ''
Tracey , from Smithills , Bolton , explained that the rule-breaking is particularly infuriating because she has had to take careful steps to support her mother and husband , who are both at higher risk to the virus .
`` What horrifies me most is the fact that I am shielding my elderly mother , plus my husband has a serious lung condition , this could kill both of them , '' she added .
`` I have spent three months unable to hug my mother .
I have to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ transport and a shopping trolley twice a week which is why I despair . ''
This week , Boris Johnson has announced plans to relax the lockdown rules which would mean six people can meet in one place .
But , these changes will not come into force until Monday and rely on people continuing to observe social distancing .

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A furious resident has hit out at lockdown rule-breakers who ignored signs and took their children into a padlocked public play area.
Tracey Cole said there have been families using the swings and slides in Moss Bank Park every day since the Bank Holiday on Monday despite clear instructions left by Bolton Council.
She claims to have seen mothers lifting their children's prams and passing them to each other over the metal fencing around the play area.
The area is closed to the public in order to help steam the spread of the coronavirus, especially among children and young people.
But on Wednesday afternoon Tracey, who regularly walks through the park, says she saw as many as six families enjoying the swings and slides in the sunshine.
"The bank holiday was worst," she explained.
"I watched in dismay as mothers climbed over the signed gate and handed children and prams over to each other. I estimate the children were as young as 2 to 8 roughly, plus there were older young teens.
"No-one else batted an eyelid. It seems to be the British way to say nothing and ignore."
(Image: Tracey Cole)
Tracey, from Smithills, Bolton, explained that the rule-breaking is particularly infuriating because she has had to take careful steps to support her mother and husband, who are both at higher risk to the virus.
"What horrifies me most is the fact that I am shielding my elderly mother, plus my husband has a serious lung condition, this could kill both of them," she added.
"I have spent three months unable to hug my mother. I have to do all of her shopping via public transport and a shopping trolley twice a week which is why I despair."
This week, Boris Johnson has announced plans to relax the lockdown rules which would mean six people can meet in one place.
But, these changes will not come into force until Monday and rely on people continuing to observe social distancing.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--Rebecca Long-Bailey criticises 'doolally' school reopening plans

Schools should not reopen until the government can prove that pupils and staff will be safe , Salford and Eccles MP Rebecca Long-Bailey has said , joining union calls for a delay in the planned reopening of schools on Monday .
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced last week that he intended to open primary schools for pupils in reception , Year 1 and Year 6 on June 1 .
But MP Long-Bailey - who also serves as Labour ’ s shadow education minister - said she wanted more assurances that pupils , staff and their families would be safe , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before a wider re-opening .
She told a Salford Unison meeting last night : “ I don ’ t think there ’ s any parent or member of school staff who doesn ’ t want their children to return to school for their emotional wellbeing and academic support they need .
But it ’ s got to be done when it ’ s safe to do so .
At the moment they ’ re not reassured.
” She pointed to the comments made by the independent SAGE committee which said earlier this week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and trace to be up and running .
MP Long-Bailey also argued that there has not been enough evidence to show that loosening the restrictions hadn ’ t led to a spike in infection rates .
And she queried how feasible it would be for teachers to enforce social distancing among five year olds .
“ Anyone who thinks you can socially distance a group of reception children has gone a bit doolally .
It just isn ’ t possible , even with the best teacher in the world , ” she said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a rally by Salford Unison yesterday morning outside Salford council over the schools ’ reopening .
Steve North , of Unison , said : “ School workers have worked hard to keep schools open for vulnerable children and the children of key workers , and they will continue to do so .
However , our members are telling us loudly that it is not safe to extend opening beyond these groups on 1st June .
“ There are huge concerns about the ability for very young children to socially distance and there is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the virus on children and how well they are able to spread it to other family members .
This is reinforced by the lack of progress on testing for those who don ’ t display symptoms and significant concerns about the disproportionate impact on those from black and other ethnic minority communities .
We call upon Salford City Council to take the same approach as Bury Council and put safety first.
” He told yesterday ’ s meeting that a recent survey of Unison members showed that 98 percent of those who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was not led by safety .
He argued that the phased return to school should prioritise vulnerable children rather than particular year groups , while Diane Ogg , from Salford city Unison , added that many youngsters would find the new rules in school disconcerting .
She said : “ Young children are to be placed in bubbles - not understanding why they ca n't run over to play with their friends .
How can ’ t the government see the psychological effect of that ?
`` ‘ You can ’ t go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because he ’ s in another bubble ’ .
`` Who will be supervising this creation ?
Can you imagine the intense pressure they will be under ?
” Salford council has said that national timescales ‘ may not be followed ’ .
Deputy City Mayor Councillor John Merry said : “ We share the concerns expressed by the education unions and have been working closely with them and our head teachers to find a safe way forward .
Read more of today 's top stories here “ Our schools have remained open @ @ @ @ @ @ @ key workers and the challenge now is to carefully increase the number of children they can allow in school .
“ It is up to each individual head teacher , with the full support of the local authority , to assess the lay out and operation of their school and decide what level of extra pupils they can take and when .
Our key priority is safety and we have already said that means the national timescale may not be followed.
” Prime Minister Johnson confirmed on Sunday that the plans were 'conditional @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of coronavirus transmission remained low .

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Schools should not reopen until the government can prove that pupils and staff will be safe, Salford and Eccles MP Rebecca Long-Bailey has said, joining union calls for a delay in the planned reopening of schools on Monday.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced last week that he intended to open primary schools for pupils in reception, Year 1 and Year 6 on June 1.
But MP Long-Bailey - who also serves as Labour’s shadow education minister - said she wanted more assurances that pupils, staff and their families would be safe, and that the coronavirus was contained, before a wider re-opening.
She told a Salford Unison meeting last night: “I don’t think there’s any parent or member of school staff who doesn’t want their children to return to school for their emotional wellbeing and academic support they need. But it’s got to be done when it’s safe to do so. At the moment they’re not reassured.”
She pointed to the comments made by the independent SAGE committee which said earlier this week that more time is needed for track and trace to be up and running.
MP Long-Bailey also argued that there has not been enough evidence to show that loosening the restrictions hadn’t led to a spike in infection rates.
And she queried how feasible it would be for teachers to enforce social distancing among five year olds.
“Anyone who thinks you can socially distance a group of reception children has gone a bit doolally. It just isn’t possible, even with the best teacher in the world,” she said.
Last night’s meeting followed a rally by Salford Unison yesterday morning outside Salford council over the schools’ reopening.
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Steve North, of Unison, said: “School workers have worked hard to keep schools open for vulnerable children and the children of key workers, and they will continue to do so. However, our members are telling us loudly that it is not safe to extend opening beyond these groups on 1st June.
“There are huge concerns about the ability for very young children to socially distance and there is not enough yet known about the impact of the virus on children and how well they are able to spread it to other family members. This is reinforced by the lack of progress on testing for those who don’t display symptoms and significant concerns about the disproportionate impact on those from black and other ethnic minority communities. We call upon Salford City Council to take the same approach as Bury Council and put safety first.”
He told yesterday’s meeting that a recent survey of Unison members showed that 98 percent of those who responded said the 1 June return date was not led by safety.
He argued that the phased return to school should prioritise vulnerable children rather than particular year groups, while Diane Ogg, from Salford city Unison, added that many youngsters would find the new rules in school disconcerting.
She said: “Young children are to be placed in bubbles - not understanding why they can't run over to play with their friends. How can’t the government see the psychological effect of that?
"‘You can’t go and see you best friend Frankie, because he’s in another bubble’.
"Who will be supervising this creation? Can you imagine the intense pressure they will be under?”
Salford council has said that national timescales ‘may not be followed’.
Deputy City Mayor Councillor John Merry said: “We share the concerns expressed by the education unions and have been working closely with them and our head teachers to find a safe way forward.
“Our schools have remained open to support vulnerable children and families of key workers and the challenge now is to carefully increase the number of children they can allow in school.
“It is up to each individual head teacher, with the full support of the local authority, to assess the lay out and operation of their school and decide what level of extra pupils they can take and when. Our key priority is safety and we have already said that means the national timescale may not be followed.”
Prime Minister Johnson confirmed on Sunday that the plans were 'conditional' on the basis that the rate of coronavirus transmission remained low.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-29--Man City fixtures should suit Guardiola if they pass Arsenal test

It will be interesting to hear what Manchester City players have to say about the return of the Premier League .
The Blues were the last of the 20 clubs to return to any form of training - starting up again last Saturday - but will be the first team to play again when they take on Arsenal on June 17 in one of two rearranged games across the division that will move every team onto the same number of games played .
It is logical that the league would want these games played early in case there are any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but it does put the players of four clubs under more pressure than most .
June 17 will be fewer than four weeks - the minimum time Raheem Sterling reckoned everyone would need to get back up to speed - since Pep Guardiola and his squad returned to training , while Kevin De Bruyne warned about the dangers of injuries if the players were asked to do too much too soon .
Players being at the mercy of a relentless fixture list was a common occurrence in the pre-pandemic world , and maybe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ quality can be expected as some are naturally fitter than others , but Premier League bosses are right to exercise caution over the new date .
The fixture list looks like it will be more brutal on City than anyone else .
The cost of their success in other competitions means they are looking at 13 games in 46 days if they reach the FA Cup final - basically two games a week for six-and-a-half weeks .
If all goes to plan , then comes the Champions League tilt .
However , every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for games and City are more used than pretty much every other team at lifting themselves for matches every few days .
As Guardiola has often said , better to be busy winning titles than free because you have nothing to play for .
City should be better placed than most to know if they will be ready for the gauntlet of games beginning on June 17 , and you would expect the players to know the difference between the tiredness and tightness that comes with pre-season and anything more serious .
If @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Blues should also be better at getting through them - be that down to the experience of the players or the rotation of the manager .
Not that there is that much to play for in the rest of the league season , but as well as the cups being opportunities for more silverware there is the work towards the next campaign .
The fixture list means all eyes will be on City when football returns - it is the job of Guardiola and the players to keep it there for the right @ @

It will be interesting to hear what Manchester City players have to say about the return of the Premier League.
The Blues were the last of the 20 clubs to return to any form of training - starting up again last Saturday - but will be the first team to play again when they take on Arsenal on June 17 in one of two rearranged games across the division that will move every team onto the same number of games played.
It is logical that the league would want these games played early in case there are any further complications in finishing the campaign, but it does put the players of four clubs under more pressure than most.
June 17 will be fewer than four weeks - the minimum time Raheem Sterling reckoned everyone would need to get back up to speed - since Pep Guardiola and his squad returned to training, while Kevin De Bruyne warned about the dangers of injuries if the players were asked to do too much too soon.
Players being at the mercy of a relentless fixture list was a common occurrence in the pre-pandemic world, and maybe as in the Bundesliga a drop in quality can be expected as some are naturally fitter than others, but Premier League bosses are right to exercise caution over the new date.
The fixture list looks like it will be more brutal on City than anyone else. The cost of their success in other competitions means they are looking at 13 games in 46 days if they reach the FA Cup final - basically two games a week for six-and-a-half weeks. If all goes to plan, then comes the Champions League tilt.
However, every club is looking at a tight turnaround for games and City are more used than pretty much every other team at lifting themselves for matches every few days. As Guardiola has often said, better to be busy winning titles than free because you have nothing to play for.
City should be better placed than most to know if they will be ready for the gauntlet of games beginning on June 17, and you would expect the players to know the difference between the tiredness and tightness that comes with pre-season and anything more serious. If the games can go ahead, the Blues should also be better at getting through them - be that down to the experience of the players or the rotation of the manager.
Not that there is that much to play for in the rest of the league season, but as well as the cups being opportunities for more silverware there is the work towards the next campaign. The fixture list means all eyes will be on City when football returns - it is the job of Guardiola and the players to keep it there for the right reasons.