themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--Parents divided over school blazer ban and pressures to scrap branded uniform

Parents in Manchester have been sharing their views on proposed changes to school uniform .
We reported yesterday how some schools are planning to scrap blazers and ties to help prevent the spread of coronavirus in classrooms .
With studies finding the virus can live on surfaces like clothing or towels for up to 72 hours , schools want pupils wearing fresh clothes each day , but say it 's unrealistic for parents to wash items such as blazers so frequently .
Added to this is the pressure to keep costs down for families and a bill is currently passing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ schools on enforcing branded items , which parents often struggle to afford .
But while some mums and dads have welcomed the move - and criticised the 'scandalous ' prices of some branded products - others say it will make no difference to the potential coronavirus risk , as not all children would wear freshly washed clothes each day anyway .
Commenting on the M.E.N 's Facebook page , mums Tara Reyner and Nicola Kwekha agree it would unrealistic to wash blazers each day .
`` Good idea not to wear the blazer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as the fabric is rubbish and would ruin too quick , '' said Tara .
`` My boys will be in Year 10 in September and £50 a pop for a blazer , I ai n't buying new ones . ''
And Nicola said : `` I think it 's a good idea if they ban the blazer and ties , especially for secondary schools as no-one has the money to buy five blazers at £40 a pop .
Washing them daily is n't practical , the other parts of the uniform are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shirts cheaply from supermarkets , rather than the specific embroidery shops selling uniform with the logos . ''
Others welcomed the idea to scrap logos to keep costs down .
Elizabeth Barton said : `` This could be great news for many , including families from our local school .
`` We live on a large housing estate where the school is changing their uniform from red to burgundy and all items are now to be branded with the school logo , which has also changed .
`` This uniform is only available @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to non branded clothing that maybe available from multiple shops/supermarkets making prices more affordable for families in a deprived area . ''
Melissa Izzo said : `` As much as a blazer and tie looks really smart , the cost of these uniforms is scandalous .
Parents should be able to buy non branded uniform for children in high school . ''
And on the M.E.N 's Manchester Family Facebook page , mum Kelly Ellis said : `` Plain uniform can be purchased and look just as smart .
The blazers and logo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Some families struggle to afford to buy them so only get one blazer or one skirt , which is bad hygiene , especially for teens that are at that time in life where they start to smell . ''
She added : `` I fully agree that uniform cost should be kept as low as possible for everyone .
I can buy a uniform for my daughter in primary school for £50 , but my daughter in first year high school is £200 plus . ''
It 's Beckfoot Oakbank School in Keighley @ @ @ @ @ @ @ already been banned .
The headteacher has written to parents stating coronavirus and the cost as reasons for banning them , along with shirts and ties from September .
In a letter to parents , she wrote : `` DfE guidance ( which we have followed throughout ) states that blazers and ties are not encouraged as it is recommended that students and staff come to school each day in full clean clothes in the interest of safety for all .
`` Washing a blazer or a tie , or even washing and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ realistic . ''
Wellacre Academy boys school in Flixton is currently letting vulnerable and key worker children , as well as its Year 10 cohort , wear non-uniform .
And while Year 6 children received a letter earlier this month , telling them that blazers and ties would not be required in September , principal Melanie Wicks says that following the Prime Minister 's confirmation that schools will be open to all children in September , that 's no longer the case .
She said : `` Obviously with Boris Johnson announcing today @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in September , all students will be expected to wear their full school uniform and staff will be dressed in their best too .
`` An updated letter will go out to all Year 6 parents next week , advising them of this .
Our students attending currently do not have to wear their school uniform and this is in place until the end of the school year . ''
Meanwhile some people feel that the only impact of ditching branded uniforms , would be on the behaviour of pupils .
Margaret Schofield @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dreadful mistake .
Whatever clothes the children wear some parents will wash them and others won ’ t .
Children ’ s behaviour becomes ‘ sloppy ‘ when their clothing is sloppy . ''
And Vikki Newton said : `` The whole point in uniform is so that a child can be identified should they be off school grounds during school time , uniform is to teach them to abide to rules set by the school .
`` I fully understand that a blazer is an expensive item to have multiple of , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
However , regardless of what top or bottoms they have to wear , if a parent isn ’ t going to send the children in fresh clean clothes every day changing the uniform isn ’ t going change this . ''
Many feel having a branded uniform instills a sense of pride and belonging in pupils .
Sally Percival said : `` It would be sad , in my opinion , to remove school brand as it gives children pride , a sense of identity and belonging , though costs of branded @ @ @ @ @ @ @ For example my children 's school uniform supplier supply a cardigan at a cost of £22 , which has no logo at all . ''
Lorraine Burns added : `` Uniform gives children a sense of belonging .
Tidy on the outside and tidy on the inside .
I know children feel proud in their uniforms .
You can purchase most products from your supermarkets . ''
Despite the different views on whether items should include logos or not , most parents agree they would rather have a uniform than have children wearing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comes to teenage fashions .
Michelle Craig said : `` A basic school uniform should be kept in place .
If children were to go in wearing their own clothes you then have the children who ca n't afford branded stuff and it opens a another can of worms . ''
And Margery Clapham added : `` Uniform is the best for kids .
Otherwise you will have big problems with kids turning up in top gear stuff and some who can not afford those things .
That 's why it 's more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Less problems with the pupils . ''
Kate Clayton agreed saying : `` I don ’ t want to rush out and buy new uniform yet , given that we don ’ t yet know if school will be full time in September , however I want my kids in uniform .
`` Uniform puts kids in the mindset to learn , it ’ s easier to get ready in the morning if kids know exactly what to dress themselves in and to ditch uniform would put more financial pressure on parents to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t singled out .
`` I would hope schools would just be flexible for the time being when it comes to parents replacing uniform . ''
Sharing guidance on laundry during the pandemic , the NHS website states : `` All underwear , towels and household linen should be washed at 60C ( 140F ) or at 40C ( 104F ) with a bleach-based laundry product to prevent germs from spreading . ''
It also urges people not to leave laundry in the washing machine , saying that 'any remaining germs can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wash their hands thoroughly after handling dirty laundry .
Has your school changed its uniform policy for September ?
What do you think about schools ditching blazers and ties to help prevent the spread of coronavirus ?
Do you have an opinion on branded uniform ?
Let us know in the comments or share your views on our Manchester Family Facebook page .

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Parents in Manchester have been sharing their views on proposed changes to school uniform.
We reported yesterday how some schools are planning to scrap blazers and ties to help prevent the spread of coronavirus in classrooms.
With studies finding the virus can live on surfaces like clothing or towels for up to 72 hours, schools want pupils wearing fresh clothes each day, but say it's unrealistic for parents to wash items such as blazers so frequently.
Added to this is the pressure to keep costs down for families and a bill is currently passing through Parliament calling for further guidance for schools on enforcing branded items, which parents often struggle to afford.
But while some mums and dads have welcomed the move - and criticised the 'scandalous' prices of some branded products - others say it will make no difference to the potential coronavirus risk, as not all children would wear freshly washed clothes each day anyway.
(Image: Getty Images)
Commenting on the M.E.N's Facebook page, mums Tara Reyner and Nicola Kwekha agree it would unrealistic to wash blazers each day.
"Good idea not to wear the blazer as it can't be washed everyday as the fabric is rubbish and would ruin too quick," said Tara. "My boys will be in Year 10 in September and £50 a pop for a blazer, I ain't buying new ones."
And Nicola said: "I think it's a good idea if they ban the blazer and ties, especially for secondary schools as no-one has the money to buy five blazers at £40 a pop. Washing them daily isn't practical, the other parts of the uniform are fine and you can get pants and shirts cheaply from supermarkets, rather than the specific embroidery shops selling uniform with the logos."
Others welcomed the idea to scrap logos to keep costs down.
Elizabeth Barton said: "This could be great news for many, including families from our local school.
"We live on a large housing estate where the school is changing their uniform from red to burgundy and all items are now to be branded with the school logo, which has also changed.
"This uniform is only available from one supplier and quite expensive compared to non branded clothing that maybe available from multiple shops/supermarkets making prices more affordable for families in a deprived area."
(Image: Getty Images)
Melissa Izzo said: "As much as a blazer and tie looks really smart, the cost of these uniforms is scandalous. Parents should be able to buy non branded uniform for children in high school."
And on the M.E.N's Manchester Family Facebook page, mum Kelly Ellis said: "Plain uniform can be purchased and look just as smart. The blazers and logo uniforms are completely not essential.
"Some families struggle to afford to buy them so only get one blazer or one skirt, which is bad hygiene, especially for teens that are at that time in life where they start to smell."
She added: "I fully agree that uniform cost should be kept as low as possible for everyone. I can buy a uniform for my daughter in primary school for £50, but my daughter in first year high school is £200 plus."
It's Beckfoot Oakbank School in Keighley, West Yorkshire, where blazers have already been banned.
The headteacher has written to parents stating coronavirus and the cost as reasons for banning them, along with shirts and ties from September.
In a letter to parents, she wrote: "DfE guidance (which we have followed throughout) states that blazers and ties are not encouraged as it is recommended that students and staff come to school each day in full clean clothes in the interest of safety for all.
"Washing a blazer or a tie, or even washing and ironing a clean shirt daily is not realistic."
Wellacre Academy boys school in Flixton is currently letting vulnerable and key worker children, as well as its Year 10 cohort, wear non-uniform.
And while Year 6 children received a letter earlier this month, telling them that blazers and ties would not be required in September, principal Melanie Wicks says that following the Prime Minister's confirmation that schools will be open to all children in September, that's no longer the case.
She said: "Obviously with Boris Johnson announcing today that schools will be back to normal in September, all students will be expected to wear their full school uniform and staff will be dressed in their best too.
"An updated letter will go out to all Year 6 parents next week, advising them of this. Our students attending currently do not have to wear their school uniform and this is in place until the end of the school year."
Meanwhile some people feel that the only impact of ditching branded uniforms, would be on the behaviour of pupils.
Margaret Schofield said: "This would be a dreadful mistake. Whatever clothes the children wear some parents will wash them and others won’t. Children’s behaviour becomes ‘sloppy‘ when their clothing is sloppy."
And Vikki Newton said: "The whole point in uniform is so that a child can be identified should they be off school grounds during school time, uniform is to teach them to abide to rules set by the school.
"I fully understand that a blazer is an expensive item to have multiple of, should people struggle to dry them overnight. However, regardless of what top or bottoms they have to wear, if a parent isn’t going to send the children in fresh clean clothes every day changing the uniform isn’t going change this."
Many feel having a branded uniform instills a sense of pride and belonging in pupils.
Sally Percival said: "It would be sad, in my opinion, to remove school brand as it gives children pride, a sense of identity and belonging, though costs of branded uniform have got out of control. For example my children's school uniform supplier supply a cardigan at a cost of £22, which has no logo at all."
Lorraine Burns added: "Uniform gives children a sense of belonging. Tidy on the outside and tidy on the inside. I know children feel proud in their uniforms. You can purchase most products from your supermarkets."
Despite the different views on whether items should include logos or not, most parents agree they would rather have a uniform than have children wearing their own clothes, particularly when it comes to teenage fashions.
Michelle Craig said: "A basic school uniform should be kept in place. If children were to go in wearing their own clothes you then have the children who can't afford branded stuff and it opens a another can of worms."
And Margery Clapham added: "Uniform is the best for kids. Otherwise you will have big problems with kids turning up in top gear stuff and some who cannot afford those things. That's why it's more sensible to keep kids the same. Less problems with the pupils."
Kate Clayton agreed saying: "I don’t want to rush out and buy new uniform yet, given that we don’t yet know if school will be full time in September, however I want my kids in uniform.
"Uniform puts kids in the mindset to learn, it’s easier to get ready in the morning if kids know exactly what to dress themselves in and to ditch uniform would put more financial pressure on parents to buy fashionable clothes so their kids aren’t singled out.
"I would hope schools would just be flexible for the time being when it comes to parents replacing uniform."
Sharing guidance on laundry during the pandemic, the NHS website states: "All underwear, towels and household linen should be washed at 60C (140F) or at 40C (104F) with a bleach-based laundry product to prevent germs from spreading."
It also urges people not to leave laundry in the washing machine, saying that 'any remaining germs can multiply rapidly' and advises people to wash their hands thoroughly after handling dirty laundry.
Has your school changed its uniform policy for September? What do you think about schools ditching blazers and ties to help prevent the spread of coronavirus? Do you have an opinion on branded uniform?
Let us know in the comments or share your views on our Manchester Family Facebook page.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--NHS warns of why you should never leave hand sanitiser in your car

NHS bosses have warned people about storing hand sanitiser in cars as hot weather is expected this week .
The warning comes from NHS property services , which manages hospitals around the country , and who have asked their NHS colleagues to remove sanitiser from vehicles .
They 've received a number of reports of hand sanitiser being the cause of fires when left in vehicles due to the heat .
Experts say that when alcohol-based hand sanitiser heats , flammable vapours are released .
These vapours then reach their ‘ flashpoint ’ and then ignite in normal air conditions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the car .
The NHS body , however , advised that people should continue to use hand sanitiser as part of their hygiene routine where you can not use soap and water .
`` Hand hygiene is one of the most effective methods to stop the spread of COVID-19 following indirect contact , '' a statement added .
The alert included a photograph of the inside of a car with part of the passenger door destroyed by a fire .
Today 's figures show the number of people who have died after testing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The toll is up by 171 deaths from the day before at 42,647 , and includes a further 109 deaths that occurred in April , May , and June .

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Correction June 24 6pm: NHS property services said: "It is now our understanding that the risks associated with hand sanitisers in vehicles only become apparent when in contact with a spark. We will be issuing a formal alert to our frontline teams to clarify this situation.”
NHS bosses have warned people about storing hand sanitiser in cars as hot weather is expected this week.
The warning comes from NHS property services, which manages hospitals around the country, and who have asked their NHS colleagues to remove sanitiser from vehicles.
They've received a number of reports of hand sanitiser being the cause of fires when left in vehicles due to the heat.
(Image: NHS)
Experts say that when alcohol-based hand sanitiser heats, flammable vapours are released. These vapours then reach their ‘flashpoint’ and then ignite in normal air conditions, setting fire to flammable components within the car.
The NHS body, however, advised that people should continue to use hand sanitiser as part of their hygiene routine where you cannot use soap and water.
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"Hand hygiene is one of the most effective methods to stop the spread of COVID-19 following indirect contact," a statement added.
The alert included a photograph of the inside of a car with part of the passenger door destroyed by a fire.
Today's figures show the number of people who have died after testing positive for coronavirus has now reached 42,927.
The toll is up by 171 deaths from the day before at 42,647, and includes a further 109 deaths that occurred in April, May, and June.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--A wheelie bin arsonist took two lives and left a firefighter with horrific injuries - 12 years later

A wheelie bin arsonist took two lives and left a firefighter with horrific injuries - 12 years later they remain free

On the evening of June 23rd 2008 an arsonist set fire to a wheelie bin outside a home in Bolton .
It was one of a series of similar attacks in the district in recent weeks .
But this time it was to have devastating consequences when the fire spread and ignited the gas mains supply .
Hameeda Begum , 71 , died soon after she was carried from the blazing house in Little Holme Walk , Great Lever .
But the flames continued to claim victims long after they were put out .
Doctors fought to bring her daughter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brink .
But after a month in a hospital 's intensive care unit Alana too died , aged four .
The broken family then had to break the news to Saima that she had lost her mother and daughter .
In bravely going into the house to help rescue the family firefighter , Steven Morris , suffered 50 per cent burns to his hands , lower back , and legs , when he was caught in a fireball .
Now GMP has issued a fresh appeal for information on the 12 anniversary of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been offered for breakthrough information .
Martin Bottomley of GMP ’ s Cold Case Unit said : “ Today marks 12 years since the fatal arson attack which tragically resulted in the deaths of Hameeda and Alana Begum .
“ This very sad case still resonates with the local community and we will continue to investigate any intelligence or lead which could lead us to convict someone of these horrendous crimes .
We have not given up hope and remain determined as ever to find their killer and provide the family with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will never be able to reunite this family with their lost ones , but by finding those responsible we will hopefully be able to offer this suffering family a small amount of solace by providing answers to their questions which have remained unanswered for far too long .
“ If anyone at all has any information that could help lead us to those responsible , please come forward and speak to police .
I understand that this event took place 12 years ago , but I believe that there are people in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can assist our investigation .
“ The £50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible remains in place and we are aware that allegiances change over time .
We will not close this case until those responsible are brought to justice.
” Anyone with any information should contact police on 0161 856 5978 .
At the time of the fire Saima 's brother Qaisar , said : : “ How can I describe what my sister is going through – losing a child after losing a mother ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` She kept crying and crying and screaming and the family was trying to calm her down.
” The fire was discovered at 11.30pm .
Shortly after , police arrested a 22-year-old man and a 12-year old boy but struggled to find evidence .
It then emerged that witnesses were being threatened .
Hameeda 's grieving husband Mumtaz Chishty paid tribute to his wife and said he is convinced she saved his life .
Mr Chishty and Hameeda Begum had been married for 45 years.He said at the time : '' I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ She was a dedicated and devoted grandmother , mother , wife and member of the community .
`` She had a great sense of humour and if anyone ever came to her for help she was always there for them .
`` That night , I truly feel that she saved my life .
She woke me up when the alarm went off .
I feel that she sacrificed her life to save her children and me . ''
`` On the day of the fire , she was calling relatives from all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lasting images of her . ''

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On the evening of June 23rd 2008 an arsonist set fire to a wheelie bin outside a home in Bolton.
It was one of a series of similar attacks in the district in recent weeks.
But this time it was to have devastating consequences when the fire spread and ignited the gas mains supply.
Hameeda Begum, 71, died soon after she was carried from the blazing house in Little Holme Walk, Great Lever.
But the flames continued to claim victims long after they were put out.
Doctors fought to bring her daughter Saima and granddaughter Alana back from the brink.
But after a month in a hospital's intensive care unit Alana too died, aged four.
The broken family then had to break the news to Saima that she had lost her mother and daughter.
In bravely going into the house to help rescue the family firefighter, Steven Morris, suffered 50 per cent burns to his hands, lower back, and legs, when he was caught in a fireball.
Now GMP has issued a fresh appeal for information on the 12 anniversary of the arson attack and a £50,000 reward has been offered for breakthrough information.
Martin Bottomley of GMP’s Cold Case Unit said: “Today marks 12 years since the fatal arson attack which tragically resulted in the deaths of Hameeda and Alana Begum.
“This very sad case still resonates with the local community and we will continue to investigate any intelligence or lead which could lead us to convict someone of these horrendous crimes. We have not given up hope and remain determined as ever to find their killer and provide the family with the justice they deserve.
“We will never be able to reunite this family with their lost ones, but by finding those responsible we will hopefully be able to offer this suffering family a small amount of solace by providing answers to their questions which have remained unanswered for far too long.
“If anyone at all has any information that could help lead us to those responsible, please come forward and speak to police. I understand that this event took place 12 years ago, but I believe that there are people in the community who may have valuable information that can assist our investigation.
“The £50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible remains in place and we are aware that allegiances change over time. We will not close this case until those responsible are brought to justice.”
Anyone with any information should contact police on 0161 856 5978.
At the time of the fire Saima's brother Qaisar, said:: “How can I describe what my sister is going through – losing a child after losing a mother? She couldn’t cope with it.
"She kept crying and crying and screaming and the family was trying to calm her down.”
The fire was discovered at 11.30pm.
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Shortly after, police arrested a 22-year-old man and a 12-year old boy but struggled to find evidence. It then emerged that witnesses were being threatened.
Hameeda's grieving husband Mumtaz Chishty paid tribute to his wife and said he is convinced she saved his life.
Mr Chishty and Hameeda Begum had been married for 45 years.He said at the time:"I've known her all my life. She was a dedicated and devoted grandmother, mother, wife and member of the community.
"She had a great sense of humour and if anyone ever came to her for help she was always there for them.
"That night, I truly feel that she saved my life. She woke me up when the alarm went off. I feel that she sacrificed her life to save her children and me."
"On the day of the fire, she was calling relatives from all over the world. These are the lasting images of her."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--Saha tells Man United where to play Pogba and Fernandes

Louis Saha has pinpointed what he believes is the best position for Paul Pogba at Manchester United – and said there is “ no one ” like the midfielder .
Pogba made his first appearance for United since December as he came off the bench to play a starring role in the 1-1 draw at Tottenham on Friday .
The France international won the penalty from which Bruno Fernandes earned a point for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ’ s side , and earned plaudits for his all-round performance as he made just his ninth appearance of the season .
And former @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more to come from his compatriot as Pogba aims to help his side in their push for the Premier League ’ s top four .
“ His potential is enormous and he has that character , charisma and style , which has been quite divisive – people either celebrate or criticise , ” Saha told Compare.bet .
“ Some people are still talking about transfer rumours , I ’ m not really sure .
His injuries have settled down now and in the last few weeks , you can see he has returned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he has that spirit of a leader who wants to improve his game without thinking about anything else that happened in the past .
“ You can see in the time he came on against Tottenham , he created moments of magic .
You might see it and think it ’ s normal , no , it ’ s a quality you rarely see from a big guy .
“ Look at how he took Dier on at the right side , he was almost mocking him – he beat him so easily @ @ @ @ @ @ @ needs the help of the players around him and his presence means people there ’ s a more balanced distribution of responsibilities .
“ Some will be leaders , some will create for others .
He ’ s so gifted , it ’ s not just easy on the eye or a few skills , there is no one like Pogba.
” Saha was also impressed with Pogba ’ s link-up with Fernandes in midfield , and has tipped the pair to form a potent partnership in the engine room , while also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ There is absolutely no reason they can ’ t play together , they have different qualities , '' Saha added .
“ No one can tell me that Bruno Fernandes can do exactly what Paul Pogba can do and vice versa .
They are two very different players .
“ Bruno keeps strikers on their toes with his ability to pick a pass a bit higher up the pitch than Paul .
He makes sure they ’ re constantly moving .
“ Paul Pogba can also play at number 10 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ s his best position , but he can do it because he ’ s technically gifted .
He ’ s at his best from the number eight position .
“ I think Bruno can play deeper too , but Paul is better physically and can hold off two or three opposition players to create from deep.
” Saha added : “ You have to play to Pogba ’ s strengths and give him freedom .
“ Let ’ s put him in a position where he can influence the game and enhance the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s what United is all about .
“ Of course , the combination of Pogba and Bruno can be magical , but Scott and Fred have definitely impressed me recently .
The four or five midfielders they have are good players , so Ole has great options .
”

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Louis Saha has pinpointed what he believes is the best position for Paul Pogba at Manchester United – and said there is “no one” like the midfielder.
Pogba made his first appearance for United since December as he came off the bench to play a starring role in the 1-1 draw at Tottenham on Friday.
The France international won the penalty from which Bruno Fernandes earned a point for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side, and earned plaudits for his all-round performance as he made just his ninth appearance of the season.
And former United striker Saha believes there’s more to come from his compatriot as Pogba aims to help his side in their push for the Premier League’s top four.
“His potential is enormous and he has that character, charisma and style, which has been quite divisive – people either celebrate or criticise,” Saha told Compare.bet.
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“Some people are still talking about transfer rumours, I’m not really sure. His injuries have settled down now and in the last few weeks, you can see he has returned to training with a massive smile and he has that spirit of a leader who wants to improve his game without thinking about anything else that happened in the past.
“You can see in the time he came on against Tottenham, he created moments of magic. You might see it and think it’s normal, no, it’s a quality you rarely see from a big guy.
“Look at how he took Dier on at the right side, he was almost mocking him – he beat him so easily and won the penalty.
“He needs the help of the players around him and his presence means people there’s a more balanced distribution of responsibilities.
“Some will be leaders, some will create for others. He’s so gifted, it’s not just easy on the eye or a few skills, there is no one like Pogba.”
Saha was also impressed with Pogba’s link-up with Fernandes in midfield, and has tipped the pair to form a potent partnership in the engine room, while also earmarking the Frenchman’s best position.
(Image: Getty Images)
“There is absolutely no reason they can’t play together, they have different qualities," Saha added.
“No one can tell me that Bruno Fernandes can do exactly what Paul Pogba can do and vice versa. They are two very different players.
“Bruno keeps strikers on their toes with his ability to pick a pass a bit higher up the pitch than Paul. He makes sure they’re constantly moving.
“Paul Pogba can also play at number 10. I don’t think it’s his best position, but he can do it because he’s technically gifted. He’s at his best from the number eight position.
“I think Bruno can play deeper too, but Paul is better physically and can hold off two or three opposition players to create from deep.”
Saha added: “You have to play to Pogba’s strengths and give him freedom.
“Let’s put him in a position where he can influence the game and enhance the creativity of the side, because that’s what United is all about.
“Of course, the combination of Pogba and Bruno can be magical, but Scott and Fred have definitely impressed me recently. The four or five midfielders they have are good players, so Ole has great options.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--Phillip Schofield clashes with Lady Colin Campbell in cringeworthy interview

Phillip Schofield clashed with Lady Colin Campbell during an interview about her new tell-all book about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex .
The This Morning host challenged Lady C after she revealed how she spoke to royal insiders for Meghan and Harry : The Real Story .
In it , she claims that the former Suits star has political ambitions to be a future president of the United States .
Their crossed words started after Phillip , who appeared on the sofa with Holly Willoughby , said that he was surprised that royal insiders would want to be connected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it was `` tawdry and undignified '' .
He then stepped up the heat and branded her a “ gossip ” due to the fact that the book was not verified by the royals , to which she called him `` ignorant '' .
Lady C said Harry and Meghan 's story is `` history in the making '' and that speaking to Harry and Meghan for the biography would `` skewer the narrative '' .
“ But only when it suits you , ” Schofe hit back .
But Lady C insisted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ If you had any respect for the truth you would be able to appreciate that people who stand up and are counted and go against the tide understand the truth , ” she said .
But Phil was visibly irritated by her words and replied : “ I think you will find I have done that myself.
” He then decided to redirect the conversation to whether it is right that Lady C should be writing about the couple , who have spoken about their mental health issues .
Phil asked : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ alleged tell-all book ? ''
To which Lady C replied : `` Yes because you ca n't have mental health if you ca n't face the truth . ''
This comment completely confused Holly , who had to ask her to explain what she meant by her comments , to which Lady C said she `` should understand what it means '' .
`` Everyone who has integrity knows what it means , '' she said .
The rather volatile interview was brought to an end as Phillip said : `` It 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Thank you for joining us today . ''
This Morning airs weekdays from 10am on ITV .

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Phillip Schofield clashed with Lady Colin Campbell during an interview about her new tell-all book about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
The This Morning host challenged Lady C after she revealed how she spoke to royal insiders for Meghan and Harry: The Real Story.
In it, she claims that the former Suits star has political ambitions to be a future president of the United States.
Their crossed words started after Phillip, who appeared on the sofa with Holly Willoughby, said that he was surprised that royal insiders would want to be connected to such a book, and suggested it was "tawdry and undignified".
He then stepped up the heat and branded her a “gossip” due to the fact that the book was not verified by the royals, to which she called him "ignorant".
(Image: ITV)
Lady C said Harry and Meghan's story is "history in the making" and that speaking to Harry and Meghan for the biography would "skewer the narrative".
“But only when it suits you,” Schofe hit back.
But Lady C insisted that her words were the truth.
“If you had any respect for the truth you would be able to appreciate that people who stand up and are counted and go against the tide understand the truth,” she said.
But Phil was visibly irritated by her words and replied: “I think you will find I have done that myself.”
He then decided to redirect the conversation to whether it is right that Lady C should be writing about the couple, who have spoken about their mental health issues.
Phil asked: "Is it helpful to write an alleged tell-all book?"
To which Lady C replied: "Yes because you can't have mental health if you can't face the truth."
(Image: ITV)
This comment completely confused Holly, who had to ask her to explain what she meant by her comments, to which Lady C said she "should understand what it means".
"Everyone who has integrity knows what it means," she said.
The rather volatile interview was brought to an end as Phillip said: "It's been fascinating, if a little patronising. Thank you for joining us today."
This Morning airs weekdays from 10am on ITV.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--Manchester restaurants flooded with bookings - but not everyone is in a rush

The news that we 've all been waiting for finally arrived today , with Boris Johnson confirming that bars , pubs and restaurants could reopen from July 4 .
In a statement in the Commons today , the Prime Minister also announced that the two metre social distancing measure would be reduced to 'one metre plus ' - good news for the hospitality sector , which had warned many would not be able to operate profitably at the previous distance .
Customers will be allowed indoors , but operators have been asked to keep a record of contact details and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hoped that the record of customer details will facilitate tracing in the case of a local outbreak .
Many of Manchester 's most popular restaurants will throw their doors open again at the earliest opportunity , including pan-Asian stalwart Tampopo .
Its founder David Fox is particularly pleased by the reduction in the social distancing measure , saying : `` The one metre rule turns it from completely unfeasible to open to potentially feasible to open .
`` It 's huge news , but we 're by no means out of the woods @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to interpret how this will impact on us .
`` There was a lot of misinformation flying around prior to this announcement about what would be expected of us .
`` 12 days is n't really long enough , especially for those that need to spend money on various safety measures .
`` But we 're keen to reopen and get staff back to work as soon as feasibly possible - to start paying taxes instead of sucking up taxes . ''
Plans are already in place for this area of the city @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hopes this can be fast-tracked , saying the addition of outside seating could boost trade and save jobs .
He said : `` What we would hope is that Manchester council is bold in its desire to support businesses to operate well in a safer environment - and that means increased outside areas . ''
The government has been criticised for not confirming a hospitality industry opening date sooner , leaving operators scrambling to get things in place with only 12 days to go .
One business owner in Manchester decided to take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to predict what the government 's guidance would be - a gamble that has thankfully paid off .
Elaine Wrigley , co-owner of Atlas gin bar on Deansgate , had already laid out the popular bar 's stark plans for reopening , including app check-ins , temperature checks and one way systems .
She said : `` We 've been so frustrated , as had most of the independent hospitality sector , that the guidance has been so vague .
`` A lot of the preparation that we 've invested in , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` We 've spent thousands and thousands of pounds , we 've just been watching the bank account drain .
`` But it looks like we 'll be in a very good place come July , we seem to have predicted what would be asked of us quite well .
`` Now we just need our customers to come back and know that they 'll be safe here .
`` I 'm delighted to say that I had my first customer message within minutes of Boris making his announcement ! ''
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see Atlas 's capacity drastically increase .
Elaine had previously said that the bar would be operating at only 25 % of its normal capacity - now , with slightly relaxed social distancing guidance issued , it will be back up to 60 % of its pre-Covid customer capacity .
Elaine added : `` That makes a huge difference for us , in terms of being able to operate viably .
`` We want the bar to feel inviting and welcoming as it always does .
`` I think the city will feel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bars reopening .
I hope this brings the buzz back to the city . ''
Manchester 's only Michelin-starred restaurant , Mana , has also confirmed that it will be back up and running from July 4 , with reservations over the coming weeks already 70 % full .
It 's a step down from its usual four month-long waiting list , but chef patron Simon Martin is confident in the restaurant 's future .
The team at Mana have been planning for and working towards a July 4 reopening , but today @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up a gear .
Simon said : `` It feels like opening a new restaurant all over again , and only 18 months after we actually opened .
We 've had to work on schedules and staff briefings .
`` We 'll get everyone back to work a week before to make sure we 're bullet-proof and know what to do to stay safe .
`` I just hope we do n't lose the sense of hospitality - no hand shaking , not going over to tables too much , keeping a distance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ across slightly cold but safety is paramount .
`` At the same time , I want people to feel like they 've escaped it a little bit - coming to Mana is a special experience . ''
Another restaurant already seeing a rush of customers eager to get back for dinner is Chinatown institute Yang Sing , which had an inbox full of booking enquiries within minutes of the news breaking , but will reopen only with a limited capacity to begin with .
Bonnie Yeung , from the restaurant , said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I have a million and one questions and no one to provide the answers .
`` We 're really keen to open the doors again , we just need to think critically and carefully about how we do that safely for our team and for the customers that will be coming .
`` It 's 12 days to go - it really does n't give us much time to do things .
It 's not a lot of time for businesses to get the data and the research and to plan things as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` I anticipate a really busy few days , but it 's busy in the right direction - it 's better than being busy cancelling bookings and refunding deposits .
`` We 've seen fires , floods , but this is something as an industry that we will have to work hard to emerge on the other side of this . ''
Not everyone will be rushing to open their doors again , however .
Sugo Pasta Kitchen , which has sites in Altrincham and Ancoats , has posted on social media to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on its takeaway services .
Neither site is expected to reopen until August , 'assuming the virus is still under control ' by then .
Street food market Grub , too , has decided to delay its opening slightly .
Director Jason Bailey said : `` The notification has come really late .
For us to be ready for the fourth of July , we 'd really be rushing .
`` There were no great surprises in what was said , so we do have a plan , but we just want to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first weekend .
`` We 're taking a slower approach , and we 'll still be aiming for two metres - it 's like a speed limit , you do n't have to travel at 70mph just because that 's the speed on the road .
We 'll be trying to give people more breathing room than a metre where we can .
`` We 're so lucky to have such a big space - it 's an option so many people do n't have .
`` We do n't want to make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ make sure we 're doing our job properly .
`` Once we start opening , there 's a massive financial pressure on us , so we need to get it right . ''
Grub wo n't reopen its Green Quarter site until July 10 , and at a limited capacity of only eight to ten tables outside - a 'ludicrous ' difference compared to its usual 300-strong crowds .
It will , however , continue with its E-Mart collection and delivery service .
Jason added : `` We understand that some people wo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` And also , we do n't want to leave anyone behind - there 'll be a lot of people still shielding or really nervous to come out , so we want to carry on looking after them .
`` If people do feel comfortable , then I really feel they should go out and visit the indies who 'll really need their support .
`` I think it 's really important that we all look after the little guys , especially now . ''

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The news that we've all been waiting for finally arrived today, with Boris Johnson confirming that bars, pubs and restaurants could reopen from July 4.
In a statement in the Commons today, the Prime Minister also announced that the two metre social distancing measure would be reduced to 'one metre plus' - good news for the hospitality sector, which had warned many would not be able to operate profitably at the previous distance.
Customers will be allowed indoors, but operators have been asked to keep a record of contact details and operate table service only.
It's hoped that the record of customer details will facilitate tracing in the case of a local outbreak.
Many of Manchester's most popular restaurants will throw their doors open again at the earliest opportunity, including pan-Asian stalwart Tampopo.
Its founder David Fox is particularly pleased by the reduction in the social distancing measure, saying: "The one metre rule turns it from completely unfeasible to open to potentially feasible to open.
"It's huge news, but we're by no means out of the woods. It's over to us now to interpret how this will impact on us.
"There was a lot of misinformation flying around prior to this announcement about what would be expected of us.
"12 days isn't really long enough, especially for those that need to spend money on various safety measures.
"But we're keen to reopen and get staff back to work as soon as feasibly possible - to start paying taxes instead of sucking up taxes."
Tampopo's original site is on Albert Square, facing Manchester town hall.
Plans are already in place for this area of the city centre to be pedestrianised, but David hopes this can be fast-tracked, saying the addition of outside seating could boost trade and save jobs.
He said: "What we would hope is that Manchester council is bold in its desire to support businesses to operate well in a safer environment - and that means increased outside areas."
The government has been criticised for not confirming a hospitality industry opening date sooner, leaving operators scrambling to get things in place with only 12 days to go.
One business owner in Manchester decided to take a 'leap of faith' and tried to predict what the government's guidance would be - a gamble that has thankfully paid off.
Elaine Wrigley, co-owner of Atlas gin bar on Deansgate, had already laid out the popular bar's stark plans for reopening, including app check-ins, temperature checks and one way systems.
She said: "We've been so frustrated, as had most of the independent hospitality sector, that the guidance has been so vague.
"A lot of the preparation that we've invested in, it was somewhat of a leap of faith.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"We've spent thousands and thousands of pounds, we've just been watching the bank account drain.
"But it looks like we'll be in a very good place come July, we seem to have predicted what would be asked of us quite well.
"Now we just need our customers to come back and know that they'll be safe here.
"I'm delighted to say that I had my first customer message within minutes of Boris making his announcement!"
The reduction of the two metres will also see Atlas's capacity drastically increase.
Elaine had previously said that the bar would be operating at only 25% of its normal capacity - now, with slightly relaxed social distancing guidance issued, it will be back up to 60% of its pre-Covid customer capacity.
Elaine added: "That makes a huge difference for us, in terms of being able to operate viably.
"We want the bar to feel inviting and welcoming as it always does.
"I think the city will feel very different when we start to see bars reopening. I hope this brings the buzz back to the city."
Manchester's only Michelin-starred restaurant, Mana, has also confirmed that it will be back up and running from July 4, with reservations over the coming weeks already 70% full.
It's a step down from its usual four month-long waiting list, but chef patron Simon Martin is confident in the restaurant's future.
The team at Mana have been planning for and working towards a July 4 reopening, but today's confirmation means that preparation can step up a gear.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Simon said: "It feels like opening a new restaurant all over again, and only 18 months after we actually opened. We've had to work on schedules and staff briefings.
"We'll get everyone back to work a week before to make sure we're bullet-proof and know what to do to stay safe.
"I just hope we don't lose the sense of hospitality - no hand shaking, not going over to tables too much, keeping a distance from people.
"We might come across slightly cold but safety is paramount.
"At the same time, I want people to feel like they've escaped it a little bit - coming to Mana is a special experience."
(Image: Mark Waugh Manchester Press Photography Ltd)
Another restaurant already seeing a rush of customers eager to get back for dinner is Chinatown institute Yang Sing, which had an inbox full of booking enquiries within minutes of the news breaking, but will reopen only with a limited capacity to begin with.
Bonnie Yeung, from the restaurant, said: "The team are elated, but I have a million and one questions and no one to provide the answers.
"We're really keen to open the doors again, we just need to think critically and carefully about how we do that safely for our team and for the customers that will be coming.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"It's 12 days to go - it really doesn't give us much time to do things. It's not a lot of time for businesses to get the data and the research and to plan things as well as we would have liked.
"I anticipate a really busy few days, but it's busy in the right direction - it's better than being busy cancelling bookings and refunding deposits.
"We've seen fires, floods, but this is something as an industry that we will have to work hard to emerge on the other side of this."
Not everyone will be rushing to open their doors again, however.
Sugo Pasta Kitchen, which has sites in Altrincham and Ancoats, has posted on social media to say that it will continue to focus on its takeaway services.
Neither site is expected to reopen until August, 'assuming the virus is still under control' by then.
Street food market Grub, too, has decided to delay its opening slightly.
(Image: Twitter - @grubmcr)
Director Jason Bailey said: "The notification has come really late. For us to be ready for the fourth of July, we'd really be rushing.
"There were no great surprises in what was said, so we do have a plan, but we just want to see how people are feeling after that first weekend.
"We're taking a slower approach, and we'll still be aiming for two metres - it's like a speed limit, you don't have to travel at 70mph just because that's the speed on the road. We'll be trying to give people more breathing room than a metre where we can.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"We're so lucky to have such a big space - it's an option so many people don't have.
"We don't want to make people feel nervous, we want to make sure we're doing our job properly.
"Once we start opening, there's a massive financial pressure on us, so we need to get it right."
Grub won't reopen its Green Quarter site until July 10, and at a limited capacity of only eight to ten tables outside - a 'ludicrous' difference compared to its usual 300-strong crowds.
It will, however, continue with its E-Mart collection and delivery service.
Jason added: "We understand that some people won't want to come back straight away.
"And also, we don't want to leave anyone behind - there'll be a lot of people still shielding or really nervous to come out, so we want to carry on looking after them.
"If people do feel comfortable, then I really feel they should go out and visit the indies who'll really need their support.
"I think it's really important that we all look after the little guys, especially now."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--Man United installed as odds on favourites to sign Grealish

Aston Villa star Jack Grealish is odds on with bookmakers to make a summer switch to Manchester United .
The midfielder has had an impressive season at Villa Park despite his team ’ s struggles in the league .
The 24-year-old has found the net seven times and made six assists so far this campaign .
And those impressive performances have led to interest in him from higher up the league , with Manchester United one of the clubs to have shown an interest in the player .
Villa are battling to stay in the top flight but relegation is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up just one point from six available since the Premier League resumed .
Grealish will almost certainly leave Villa this summer if they go down , although his agent has insisted that his client ’ s full attention is on the end-of-season run-in .
“ Jack is captain of Aston Villa , his first priority at the moment is to make sure that they survive in the Premiership , ” he said in response to a question about United 's interest on .
United are looking to do business this summer , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Grealish when the window opens .
An 888Sport spokesman said : “ Jack Grealish has been brilliant for struggling Aston Villa and we ’ re sure he will playing in the Premier League next season regardless of whether Aston Villa stay up , with a move to Man United looking increasingly likely for this summer.
” Grealish staying at Aston Villa is the second most likely outcome , according to the bookmakers , priced at 5/4 , while Tottenham ( 7/2 ) , Leicester City ( 4/1 ) , Chelsea ( 7/1 ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all also mentioned as potential destinations for the midfielder .

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Aston Villa star Jack Grealish is odds on with bookmakers to make a summer switch to Manchester United.
The midfielder has had an impressive season at Villa Park despite his team’s struggles in the league. The 24-year-old has found the net seven times and made six assists so far this campaign.
And those impressive performances have led to interest in him from higher up the league, with Manchester United one of the clubs to have shown an interest in the player.
Villa are battling to stay in the top flight but relegation is a distinct possibility and they have picked up just one point from six available since the Premier League resumed. Grealish will almost certainly leave Villa this summer if they go down, although his agent has insisted that his client’s full attention is on the end-of-season run-in .
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“Jack is captain of Aston Villa, his first priority at the moment is to make sure that they survive in the Premiership,” he said in response to a question about United's interest on The Ornstein & Chapman Podcast .
United are looking to do business this summer, and are 7/10 favourites with bookmakers 888Sport to sign Grealish when the window opens.
An 888Sport spokesman said: “ Jack Grealish has been brilliant for struggling Aston Villa and we’re sure he will playing in the Premier League next season regardless of whether Aston Villa stay up, with a move to Man United looking increasingly likely for this summer.”
Grealish staying at Aston Villa is the second most likely outcome, according to the bookmakers, priced at 5/4, while Tottenham (7/2), Leicester City (4/1), Chelsea (7/1) and RB Leipzig (9/1) are all also mentioned as potential destinations for the midfielder.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--Manchester brewery Joseph Holt outlines major changes to pubs

Manchester brewery Joseph Holt is making major changes to its pubs as they prepare to reopen next weekend .
Redesigned beer gardens , food drop off tables and an app-based ordering system are among the measures being introduced - and there 'll be no more standing at the bar .
The Cheetham Hill-based brewery has 127 boozers around Greater Manchester , which will be allowed to reopen from July 4 - although a handful will be reopening later in the month .
Boris Johnson confirmed the date earlier today as he outlined plans for reopening hospitality , leisure and tourism @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in place throughout Joseph Holt 's pubs , with spaced-out tables , signage and floor markings .
Standing to sup a pint at the bar will be banned for now , with the Prime Minister allowing table service only indoors , and capacities may also need to be cut .
Beer gardens have also been reconfigured with safe spacing between tables .
In pubs that serve food , a new app will be introduced to allow customers to order and pay from their table - although orders can still be taken at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on arrival with cutlery and disposable food menus , and condiment and sauce bottles will be replaced with sachets .
Food drop-off tables are also being introduced , where staff will deliver orders for guests to collect for themselves .
Customers are being asked to pay by contactless credit or debit card where possible , but cash will still be accepted .
Bar staff have been told to only touch the bottom of the glass when pouring drinks and customers are asked not to bring their empty glasses back to the bar , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ instead .
Hand sanitiser stations will be located at all entrances of every pub and staff will be doing regular cleaning of tables , glasses , toilets and customer areas throughout the day .
Staff have been trained in the new procedures and cleaning schedules and have been issued with PPE for them to use if they wish .
They will also be asked to make a daily self-declaration that they are fit to work , and wash their hands regularly .
Chief executive Richard Kershaw , the fifth generation of the Holt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , said : “ We have been in business for over 170 years and are very much a family business whose pubs sit at the heart of local communities .
`` Of course , safety will be paramount when we reopen .
So we have made strategic changes which will enable customers to safely socialise whilst enjoying our range of award-winning ales and lagers as well as the unique warmth and friendliness of a Joseph Holt local .
“ The Great British Pub is at the heart of our communities , and since @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , customer safety and happiness has always been important .
And now , more than ever .
“ We have missed our customers and our staff ca n't wait to welcome everyone back with a smile and to Safely Socialise ’ in their Joseph Holt local , a place for all occasions .
”

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Manchester brewery Joseph Holt is making major changes to its pubs as they prepare to reopen next weekend.
Redesigned beer gardens, food drop off tables and an app-based ordering system are among the measures being introduced - and there'll be no more standing at the bar.
The Cheetham Hill-based brewery has 127 boozers around Greater Manchester, which will be allowed to reopen from July 4 - although a handful will be reopening later in the month.
Boris Johnson confirmed the date earlier today as he outlined plans for reopening hospitality, leisure and tourism businesses.
Social distancing measures will be in place throughout Joseph Holt's pubs, with spaced-out tables, signage and floor markings.
Standing to sup a pint at the bar will be banned for now, with the Prime Minister allowing table service only indoors, and capacities may also need to be cut.
Beer gardens have also been reconfigured with safe spacing between tables.
In pubs that serve food, a new app will be introduced to allow customers to order and pay from their table - although orders can still be taken at the bar too.
Tables will be set on arrival with cutlery and disposable food menus, and condiment and sauce bottles will be replaced with sachets.
Food drop-off tables are also being introduced, where staff will deliver orders for guests to collect for themselves.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Customers are being asked to pay by contactless credit or debit card where possible, but cash will still be accepted.
Bar staff have been told to only touch the bottom of the glass when pouring drinks and customers are asked not to bring their empty glasses back to the bar, and leave them on designated drop-off tables instead.
Hand sanitiser stations will be located at all entrances of every pub and staff will be doing regular cleaning of tables, glasses, toilets and customer areas throughout the day.
Staff have been trained in the new procedures and cleaning schedules and have been issued with PPE for them to use if they wish.
They will also be asked to make a daily self-declaration that they are fit to work, and wash their hands regularly.
Chief executive Richard Kershaw, the fifth generation of the Holt family at the helm of the brewery, said: “We have been in business for over 170 years and are very much a family business whose pubs sit at the heart of local communities.
"Of course, safety will be paramount when we reopen. So we have made strategic changes which will enable customers to safely socialise whilst enjoying our range of award-winning ales and lagers as well as the unique warmth and friendliness of a Joseph Holt local.
“The Great British Pub is at the heart of our communities, and since brewing our first drop back in 1849, customer safety and happiness has always been important. And now, more than ever.
“We have missed our customers and our staff can't wait to welcome everyone back with a smile and to Safely Socialise’ in their Joseph Holt local, a place for all occasions.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--LIVE updates as Boris Johnson leads final daily coronavirus press briefing

Boris Johnson will hold the final daily Downing Street press briefing this afternoon as he announces the next stage of lockdown easing - including the reopening of pubs on July 4 .
This afternoon the Prime Minister confirmed restaurants and ‘ most leisure facilities and tourist attractions ’ , including galleries , libraries , hotels and theme parks , would also be able to open their doors a week on Saturday .
That came as the government also said social distancing rules were to be cut to ‘ one metre plus ’ , partly so that the hospitality sector can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also be allowed to meet inside or outside from the same date , including staying overnight .
But the PM said all of the measures would sit alongside contact tracing and insisted the government would not hesitate to put on the ‘ handbrake ’ if the virus gets out of control .
The decision had been taken at a meeting yesterday of the government ’ s Covid-19 strategy committee , which features experts including Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty .
Mr Johnson then announced the moves to Parliament this afternoon , telling MPs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our long national hibernation is beginning to come to an end and life is returning to our streets and our shops .
The bustle is starting to come back and a new but cautious optimism is palpable . ''
He highlighted drops in infection numbers and deaths but insisted the latest measures were reversible .
“ It would be all too easy for that frost to return and that 's why we 'll continue to trust in the common sense of the community and the British people to follow this guidance , '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which has been a daily feature of the pandemic , will be the last of its kind , Number 10 confirmed today .
Instead they will now only take place ‘ to coincide with significant announcements ’ , it said in a statement .

Boris Johnson will hold the final daily Downing Street press briefing this afternoon as he announces the next stage of lockdown easing - including the reopening of pubs on July 4.
This afternoon the Prime Minister confirmed restaurants and ‘most leisure facilities and tourist attractions’, including galleries, libraries, hotels and theme parks, would also be able to open their doors a week on Saturday.
That came as the government also said social distancing rules were to be cut to ‘one metre plus’, partly so that the hospitality sector can stay afloat.
Any two households will also be allowed to meet inside or outside from the same date, including staying overnight.
But the PM said all of the measures would sit alongside contact tracing and insisted the government would not hesitate to put on the ‘handbrake’ if the virus gets out of control.
The decision had been taken at a meeting yesterday of the government’s Covid-19 strategy committee, which features experts including Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty.
Mr Johnson then announced the moves to Parliament this afternoon, telling MPs: "Today we can say that our long national hibernation is beginning to come to an end and life is returning to our streets and our shops. The bustle is starting to come back and a new but cautious optimism is palpable."
He highlighted drops in infection numbers and deaths but insisted the latest measures were reversible.
“It would be all too easy for that frost to return and that's why we'll continue to trust in the common sense of the community and the British people to follow this guidance," he added.
Today’s briefing, which has been a daily feature of the pandemic, will be the last of its kind, Number 10 confirmed today.
Instead they will now only take place ‘to coincide with significant announcements’, it said in a statement.
Follow the latest updates below.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--UK coronavirus death toll rises to 42,927

The number of people who have died after testing positive for coronavirus has now reached 42,927 .
The figure is up by 171 deaths from the day before at 42,647 , and includes a further 109 deaths that occurred in April , May , and June .
These extra deaths have been added to the total making an increase of 280 , “ due to improvements in how the Covid-19 death data is processed in England ” .
It follows yesterday 's lowest daily reported rise since March 15 of 15 further deaths .
The government figures do not include @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which are thought to have passed 54,000 .
The Department of Health said : `` As of 9am 23 June , there have been 8,309,929 tests , with 237,142 tests on 22 June .
306,210 people have tested positive .
`` As of 5pm on 22 June , of those tested positive for coronavirus , across all settings , 42,927 have sadly died . ''
A further 46 people have died in hospital in England after testing positive for coronavirus , or where Covid-19 was the direct or underlying cause , bringing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in hospitals in England to 28,384 , NHS England said .
Patients were aged between 51 and 97 years old .
Two , aged 84 and 87 , had no known underlying health conditions .
The South West was the only region to report no deaths in the latest figures , while London hospitals reported two deaths .
Public Health Wales said a further five people had died after testing positive for Covid-19 , taking the total number of deaths to 1,483 , while the total number of cases there increased by 98 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ patients have died in Scotland after testing positive for coronavirus , up by four from 2,472 on Monday , Nicola Sturgeon said .
The new figures come as prime minister Boris Johnson announced the reopening of a string of businesses from July 4 .
Mr Johnson also confirmed that the two-metre rule will be reduced to `` 1m plus '' , with people advised to take other precautions such as wearing face coverings .
Two households will also soon be able to meet indoors as part of the next phase in easing lockdown @ @ @ @

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The number of people who have died after testing positive for coronavirus has now reached 42,927.
The figure is up by 171 deaths from the day before at 42,647, and includes a further 109 deaths that occurred in April, May, and June.
These extra deaths have been added to the total making an increase of 280, “due to improvements in how the Covid-19 death data is processed in England”.
It follows yesterday's lowest daily reported rise since March 15 of 15 further deaths.
The government figures do not include all deaths involving Covid-19 across the UK, which are thought to have passed 54,000.
The Department of Health said: "As of 9am 23 June, there have been 8,309,929 tests, with 237,142 tests on 22 June. 306,210 people have tested positive.
"As of 5pm on 22 June, of those tested positive for coronavirus, across all settings, 42,927 have sadly died."
A further 46 people have died in hospital in England after testing positive for coronavirus, or where Covid-19 was the direct or underlying cause, bringing the total number of confirmed reported deaths in hospitals in England to 28,384, NHS England said.
Patients were aged between 51 and 97 years old. Two, aged 84 and 87, had no known underlying health conditions.
The South West was the only region to report no deaths in the latest figures, while London hospitals reported two deaths.
Public Health Wales said a further five people had died after testing positive for Covid-19, taking the total number of deaths to 1,483, while the total number of cases there increased by 98 to 15,295.
A total of 2,476 patients have died in Scotland after testing positive for coronavirus, up by four from 2,472 on Monday, Nicola Sturgeon said.
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The new figures come as prime minister Boris Johnson announced the reopening of a string of businesses from July 4.
Mr Johnson also confirmed that the two-metre rule will be reduced to "1m plus", with people advised to take other precautions such as wearing face coverings.
Two households will also soon be able to meet indoors as part of the next phase in easing lockdown in the UK.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--Ed Woodward sends message to Manchester United fans ahead of Old Trafford return

Ed Woodward says Manchester United 's return at Old Trafford is cause for 'mixed ' emotions as they prepare for the first of four home Premier League matches staged behind closed doors .
United host Sheffield United on Wednesday night at Old Trafford for the first time since their uplifting derby win over City 108 days earlier but supporters are forbidden from attending the remaining matches this season due to the coronavirus pandemic .
Banners that read ' '' FOOTBALL IS NOTHING WITHOUT FANS '' - Sir Matt Busby ' , ‘ THANK YOU FOR YOUR INCREDIBLE SUPPORT ’ , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ AGAINST RACISM ' and ‘ WE CANT WAIT TO WELCOME YOU HOME TO OLD TRAFFORD ’ will be visible for the visits of Sheffield United , Bournemouth , Southampton and West Ham .
A new banner dedicated to 1968 European Cup winner Tony Dunne , who passed away last week , will also hang from the second tier of the east stand and a minute 's silence will be observed prior to kick-off .
More than 40,000 fans from over 190 countries sent in digital images of themselves for the club to create @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be sent to season ticket holders and print editions will also be available to order for a surreal and significant event in Old Trafford 's 110-year history .
Woodward has penned a message to supporters in the programme .
`` Emotions are mixed as we welcome Sheffield United to Old Trafford this evening , '' Woodward writes .
`` While everyone at Manchester United is excited to be getting back to playing football , we regret that our fans can not be in the stadium , and recognise these are difficult times for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We mourn all those who lost their lives to coronavirus and honour the legions of frontline heroes – from nurses , to supermarket workers , to neighbourhood volunteers – who have helped our communities through this most challenging of periods .
`` We have done what we can , through the club and the fantastic Manchester United Foundation , to support those efforts .
I ’ m especially proud of the many club staff who volunteered to take part in initiatives such as foodbank deliveries , welfare calls to elderly fans , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ NHS staff cooked in our Old Trafford kitchens .
I ’ m also proud of our players and their own individual work that has made a difference during the pandemic .
`` As a club , we say ‘ thank you ’ tonight through the ‘ United for the Heroes ’ banner displayed in the Sir Alex Ferguson Stand , as well as the NHS logo on the players ’ shirts .
`` You will also see powerful anti-racism messages , on the players ’ shirts and in the stands , and we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ players and the rest of the Premier League behind this crucial cause .
`` Diversity , inclusion and the fight against racism are at the core of our values as a club whose support spans racial and cultural boundaries .
This has been a long-standing commitment from the club , as part of our All Red All Equal campaign and our support for groups such as Kick It Out .
`` The breadth and diversity of our fanbase is demonstrated by over 40,000 supporters from 193 countries who submitted their pictures for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on show in the stands for the first time tonight .
We hope the mosaic will provide inspiration to the team as a reminder of the hundreds of millions cheering them on from home .
`` As a banner in the Stretford End tonight declares , quoting Sir Matt Busby , 'football is nothing without fans ' , and we can ’ t wait for you to return to Old Trafford as soon as it is safe to do so .
Until then , the players will strive to retain the spirit of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we were last together and the momentum they had created before the enforced break .
`` On the pitch , there is no escaping the reality that the coming months are going to be difficult for everyone in football and we are no exception .
However , our club ’ s foundations are solid and , provided we stick together and manage our resources carefully , we will come through this period with our strength intact – thanks in large part to the loyalty of our fantastic supporters .
`` Wherever you are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ''

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Ed Woodward says Manchester United's return at Old Trafford is cause for 'mixed' emotions as they prepare for the first of four home Premier League matches staged behind closed doors.
United host Sheffield United on Wednesday night at Old Trafford for the first time since their uplifting derby win over City 108 days earlier but supporters are forbidden from attending the remaining matches this season due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Banners that read '"FOOTBALL IS NOTHING WITHOUT FANS" - Sir Matt Busby', ‘THANK YOU FOR YOUR INCREDIBLE SUPPORT’, 'UNITED FOR THE HEROES', 'UNITED AGAINST RACISM' and ‘WE CANT WAIT TO WELCOME YOU HOME TO OLD TRAFFORD’ will be visible for the visits of Sheffield United, Bournemouth, Southampton and West Ham.
A new banner dedicated to 1968 European Cup winner Tony Dunne, who passed away last week, will also hang from the second tier of the east stand and a minute's silence will be observed prior to kick-off. More than 40,000 fans from over 190 countries sent in digital images of themselves for the club to create a fan mosaic.
Digital programmes will be sent to season ticket holders and print editions will also be available to order for a surreal and significant event in Old Trafford's 110-year history. Woodward has penned a message to supporters in the programme.
"Emotions are mixed as we welcome Sheffield United to Old Trafford this evening," Woodward writes. "While everyone at Manchester United is excited to be getting back to playing football, we regret that our fans cannot be in the stadium, and recognise these are difficult times for many people around the world.
"We mourn all those who lost their lives to coronavirus and honour the legions of frontline heroes – from nurses, to supermarket workers, to neighbourhood volunteers – who have helped our communities through this most challenging of periods.
"We have done what we can, through the club and the fantastic Manchester United Foundation, to support those efforts. I’m especially proud of the many club staff who volunteered to take part in initiatives such as foodbank deliveries, welfare calls to elderly fans, and the provision of over 60,000 meals for NHS staff cooked in our Old Trafford kitchens. I’m also proud of our players and their own individual work that has made a difference during the pandemic.
"As a club, we say ‘thank you’ tonight through the ‘United for the Heroes’ banner displayed in the Sir Alex Ferguson Stand, as well as the NHS logo on the players’ shirts.
"You will also see powerful anti-racism messages, on the players’ shirts and in the stands, and we are proud to be uniting with our players and the rest of the Premier League behind this crucial cause.
"Diversity, inclusion and the fight against racism are at the core of our values as a club whose support spans racial and cultural boundaries. This has been a long-standing commitment from the club, as part of our All Red All Equal campaign and our support for groups such as Kick It Out.
"The breadth and diversity of our fanbase is demonstrated by over 40,000 supporters from 193 countries who submitted their pictures for the spectacular fan mosaic, which will be on show in the stands for the first time tonight. We hope the mosaic will provide inspiration to the team as a reminder of the hundreds of millions cheering them on from home.
"As a banner in the Stretford End tonight declares, quoting Sir Matt Busby, 'football is nothing without fans', and we can’t wait for you to return to Old Trafford as soon as it is safe to do so. Until then, the players will strive to retain the spirit of that pulsating win against Manchester City when we were last together and the momentum they had created before the enforced break.
"On the pitch, there is no escaping the reality that the coming months are going to be difficult for everyone in football and we are no exception. However, our club’s foundations are solid and, provided we stick together and manage our resources carefully, we will come through this period with our strength intact – thanks in large part to the loyalty of our fantastic supporters.
"Wherever you are watching, enjoy the game tonight."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--Manchester United hint at goalkeeping plan for Dean Henderson and David de Gea

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admits Manchester United can not start next season with David de Gea , Sergio Romero , and Dean Henderson in their squad and insists he would not swap De Gea 'for anyone ' .
De Gea , 29 , signed a new four-year contract in September but his form has been problematic for upwards of a year and Henderson has thrived on loan at Sheffield United , two points below United in the Premier League table .
Henderson , 23 , inked a new three-year deal with United in July and the club are prepared to offer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , is out of contract next year but United have the option of an additional year .
Romero recently switched to the Stellar Group agency that also represents Henderson , who is believed to only be prepared to return to United if he is appointed their first-choice goalkeeper .
Regular playing time is all the more essential for De Gea and Henderson next season ahead of the European Championship , with Henderson bidding to oust Jordan Pickford from the England side and De Gea vying with Kepa Arrizabalaga for the Spain spot .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ loan at Atletico Madrid from Chelsea before he returned to replace Petr Cech in 2014 , and Solskjaer is open to letting Henderson stay at Sheffield United for a third straight campaign .
`` I think Dean has had a fantastic couple of years at Sheffield United and I think eventually he will end up as England No.1 and Man United No 1 , '' Solskjaer reiterated .
`` But he ’ s got the best goalkeeper in the world to tip off his place and , for me , David is still @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` We ’ re going to make a decision on Dean as it comes .
We ’ ll have a sit-down with him .
Definitely Dean can work in our goalkeeping department .
We ’ ve got Sergio , we 've got Lee [ Grant ] and David , three fantastically experienced , good keepers .
We ’ ve got Nathan Bishop , Joel Pereira and Dean as young lads , so it ’ s a great environment to have and we 've got good coaches here with Craig [ Mawson ] @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But we ’ re going to have to make a decision because Dean obviously needs games .
So we ’ ll see .
I ’ m glad he does n't play against us tomorrow .
`` We need to make sure Dean plays and plays football to develop so for me we ’ re going to make a decision later on with Dean , sit down with him as well .
He ’ s had two fantastic years and we appreciate what Sheffield United have done as well , so of course that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stay at Sheffield United .
`` David has been fantastic at the club .
He ’ s still fantastic and developing and signed a contract .
David is working really hard in training , I 've been impressed by his work and he ’ s keeping clean sheets , still winning games for us with his saves but he ’ s always going to be under criticism because it ’ s Manchester United .
He deals with it .
`` Mentally , he is very strong .
He ’ s conceded two goals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goal he concedes it ’ s like , ‘ well , he ’ s finished ’ .
Of course he is n't .
For me , he ’ s still the best goalkeeper in the world .
And I would n't swap him with anyone .
`` We are lucky enough we have Sergio as well as a great No.2 to challenge David and we ’ ve got Dean on a long-term contract who we believe , one day , is going to be a challenger to be No.1 for both Man United @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re in a good position there and Dean ’ s development over the last two years has just proven that .
We want him to keep developing .
The No.1 keeper at Man United has the shirt because he deserves to and he ’ s the best one .
`` Sergio is the best No.2 in the world .
He ’ s so professional .
Even though he wants to play every game he challenges David but they ’ re also good friends .
`` Every day in training there ’ s a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of course he ’ s disappointed every time I choose not to play him .
I 've got a good problem , we 've got a good problem , a challenge to decide how our goalkeeping department is going to look next season because you can ’ t have three or four top keepers there .
`` Richard [ Hartis ] has very close contact with Dean .
Of course , they 've worked together before as well and know each other .
I 've spoken to Dean a few times but it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are very pleased with his performances and development . ''
Henderson 's loan with Sheffield United technically expires next week but his parent and temporary clubs are expected to finalise an agreement for him to stay at Bramall Lane for the rest of the season , even though Sheffield United are only two points behind United .
`` I spoke to Chris [ Wilder ] and said I would n't stand in the way so it ’ s been down to the administrations of the clubs to get that sorted , '' Solskjaer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ opinion Dean has had a positive effect on Sheffield United and hopefully that deal can get sorted for them . ''

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admits Manchester United cannot start next season with David de Gea, Sergio Romero, and Dean Henderson in their squad and insists he would not swap De Gea 'for anyone'.
De Gea, 29, signed a new four-year contract in September but his form has been problematic for upwards of a year and Henderson has thrived on loan at Sheffield United, two points below United in the Premier League table.
Henderson, 23, inked a new three-year deal with United in July and the club are prepared to offer him improved terms. Romero, 33, is out of contract next year but United have the option of an additional year.
Romero recently switched to the Stellar Group agency that also represents Henderson, who is believed to only be prepared to return to United if he is appointed their first-choice goalkeeper.
Regular playing time is all the more essential for De Gea and Henderson next season ahead of the European Championship, with Henderson bidding to oust Jordan Pickford from the England side and De Gea vying with Kepa Arrizabalaga for the Spain spot.
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Thibaut Courtois spent three successive seasons on loan at Atletico Madrid from Chelsea before he returned to replace Petr Cech in 2014, and Solskjaer is open to letting Henderson stay at Sheffield United for a third straight campaign.
"I think Dean has had a fantastic couple of years at Sheffield United and I think eventually he will end up as England No.1 and Man United No 1," Solskjaer reiterated. "But he’s got the best goalkeeper in the world to tip off his place and, for me, David is still developing and still getting better and better.
"We’re going to make a decision on Dean as it comes. We’ll have a sit-down with him. Definitely Dean can work in our goalkeeping department. We’ve got Sergio, we've got Lee [Grant] and David, three fantastically experienced, good keepers. We’ve got Nathan Bishop, Joel Pereira and Dean as young lads, so it’s a great environment to have and we've got good coaches here with Craig [Mawson] and Richard [Hartis].
"But we’re going to have to make a decision because Dean obviously needs games. So we’ll see. I’m glad he doesn't play against us tomorrow.
"We need to make sure Dean plays and plays football to develop so for me we’re going to make a decision later on with Dean, sit down with him as well. He’s had two fantastic years and we appreciate what Sheffield United have done as well, so of course that’s an option for him to stay at Sheffield United.
"David has been fantastic at the club. He’s still fantastic and developing and signed a contract. David is working really hard in training, I've been impressed by his work and he’s keeping clean sheets, still winning games for us with his saves but he’s always going to be under criticism because it’s Manchester United. He deals with it.
"Mentally, he is very strong. He’s conceded two goals in the last seven games but every goal he concedes it’s like, ‘well, he’s finished’. Of course he isn't. For me, he’s still the best goalkeeper in the world. And I wouldn't swap him with anyone.
"We are lucky enough we have Sergio as well as a great No.2 to challenge David and we’ve got Dean on a long-term contract who we believe, one day, is going to be a challenger to be No.1 for both Man United and England.
"So we’re in a good position there and Dean’s development over the last two years has just proven that. We want him to keep developing. The No.1 keeper at Man United has the shirt because he deserves to and he’s the best one.
"Sergio is the best No.2 in the world. He’s so professional. Even though he wants to play every game he challenges David but they’re also good friends.
"Every day in training there’s a good atmosphere and environment there, but of course he’s disappointed every time I choose not to play him. I've got a good problem, we've got a good problem, a challenge to decide how our goalkeeping department is going to look next season because you can’t have three or four top keepers there.
"Richard [Hartis] has very close contact with Dean. Of course, they've worked together before as well and know each other. I've spoken to Dean a few times but it's more sporadic. Dean knows we are very pleased with his performances and development."
Henderson's loan with Sheffield United technically expires next week but his parent and temporary clubs are expected to finalise an agreement for him to stay at Bramall Lane for the rest of the season, even though Sheffield United are only two points behind United.
"I spoke to Chris [Wilder] and said I wouldn't stand in the way so it’s been down to the administrations of the clubs to get that sorted," Solskjaer said. "I think in my opinion Dean has had a positive effect on Sheffield United and hopefully that deal can get sorted for them."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-23--Coronavirus death toll at Wigan hospitals reaches 250

A total of 250 people have now died at hospitals in Wigan after being infected by the coronavirus .
New figures announced show that two more patients died as a result of COVID-19 in the last week , taking the total number of deaths from the disease under Wrightington , Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust to 250 .
The data published by NHS England includes deaths where the person had tested positive for the virus or where COVID-19 was mentioned on their death certificate .
But the figures do not include COVID-19 fatalities in the wider community - including @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is thought to be much higher .
Hundreds more have died at care homes and in their own homes across the region since the outbreak started .
Statistics detailing how many people have died from the virus outside hospital are only released once a week .
The total number of people to die from coronavirus in hospitals across the Greater Manchester region now stands at 2,015 as of Tuesday , June 23 , the figures show .
On Tuesday , another 46 deaths were recorded in hospitals around England - including 15 in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said .
It brings the total number of confirmed reported deaths in hospitals in England to 28,384 .
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A total of 250 people have now died at hospitals in Wigan after being infected by the coronavirus.
New figures announced show that two more patients died as a result of COVID-19 in the last week, taking the total number of deaths from the disease under Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust to 250.
The data published by NHS England includes deaths where the person had tested positive for the virus or where COVID-19 was mentioned on their death certificate.
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But the figures do not include COVID-19 fatalities in the wider community - including care homes. The true death toll is thought to be much higher.
Hundreds more have died at care homes and in their own homes across the region since the outbreak started.
Statistics detailing how many people have died from the virus outside hospital are only released once a week.
The total number of people to die from coronavirus in hospitals across the Greater Manchester region now stands at 2,015 as of Tuesday, June 23, the figures show.
On Tuesday, another 46 deaths were recorded in hospitals around England - including 15 in the North West, the NHS has said.
It brings the total number of confirmed reported deaths in hospitals in England to 28,384.
To keep up with the latest breaking news and information on Covid-19 and the lockdown, and for things to do while you are staying in, join our dedicated coronavirus Facebook group.