themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--Review: Elvis Costello and the Imposters at the Palace Theatre

He 's enjoyed a career spanning six decades , written songs with Paul McCartney , performed with Roy Orbison and been ranked the 80th greatest artist of all time by Rolling Stone magazine .
But it 's unlikely the famous Buddy Holly-lookalike on stage has ever performed in circumstances quite like this .
With shows and events falling victim to the coronavirus and the Cobra committee with each passing hour , a thousand or so middle-aged Elvis Costello fans are gathered in the luxurious surroundings of the Palace Theatre to self-isolate themselves from the growing sense of panic outside .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a good idea or not is open to debate , but when the tour is called the Just Trust Elvis Costello , what are you going to do ?
`` How have you been ? ''
he asks after taking to the stage , admitting the question gets more and more poignant by the minute .
`` We did n't expect we would be with you tonight . ''
Still he does n't seem overly concerned .
There are no face masks in the crowd and there 's plenty of loo roll in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a small queue for the hand gel , there 's also palpable sense of determination among the crowd to enjoy the night ... with a half expectation that men in CSI coats could storm in and shut things down at any moment .
And Elvis makes sure we get our money 's worth before we all head off into confinement with just a few LPs for company .
Twenty-four songs , covering a multitude of genres are rolled out over a blistering two-hour set .
As you 'd expect from a man who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ King , he 's not uncomfortable in the limelight , lapping up the rapturous reception and striking up an easy rapport with the locals , throwing in a few Hillary Clinton-eque finger points to individuals in the audience for good measure .
The show kicks off with Strict Time , which in all honesty is not strictly in time , but things tighten up with the Latin rhythm-infused Clubland , which follows it .
Poor Elvis is clearly still reeling from his beloved Liverpool being dumped out of Europe the night before - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the evening - treating us to a frankly unwarranted six figure salute , and the promise that there will only be one team playing in red next year 's Champions League .
The set is at times plagued by technical problems with the ear pieces - inevitably blamed on the virus - but even the odd mistimed vocal line ca n't derail an almighty version of Watching the Detectives , while ( I Do n't Want to Go to ) Chelsea is another early tour de force , likewise underpinned by an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two members of his original backing band The Attractions and two accomplished backing singers , the quality is the musicianship is matched only by the versatility of the performance , and the show loses none of its intensity when Elvis takes to the piano for a more ballad-focused segment , of which , A Good Year for the Roses is a stand out .
An all seater venue , but the crowd finds its feet when he re-dons his guitar for Pump it Up , which retains every inch of the primeval , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It 's a rip-roaring set , drawing on a back catalogue of classic songs spanning decades , and demonstrating a mastery of genres , from punk to gospel and country to reggae , while never straying too far from his tradmark low-fi , DIY ethic .
Following a recent cancer scare , it feels like a reappraisal and celebration of a life 's body of work .
He even shares news of plans for a return to Palace Theatre with a musical stage show currently in development .
The concert ends on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Oliver 's Army and ( What 's So Funny 'Bout ) Peace , Love and Understanding , both performed beneath the ghostly pictures of child soldiers from The Great War and the words 'Do n't Join ' .
As the man said , Trust Elvis .
Except perhaps when it comes to football predictions ... or guidance on staying safe from the coronavirus .

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He's enjoyed a career spanning six decades, written songs with Paul McCartney, performed with Roy Orbison and been ranked the 80th greatest artist of all time by Rolling Stone magazine.
But it's unlikely the famous Buddy Holly-lookalike on stage has ever performed in circumstances quite like this.
With shows and events falling victim to the coronavirus and the Cobra committee with each passing hour, a thousand or so middle-aged Elvis Costello fans are gathered in the luxurious surroundings of the Palace Theatre to self-isolate themselves from the growing sense of panic outside.
Whether attending the concert at all is a good idea or not is open to debate, but when the tour is called the Just Trust Elvis Costello, what are you going to do?
"How have you been?" he asks after taking to the stage, admitting the question gets more and more poignant by the minute. "We didn't expect we would be with you tonight."
Still he doesn't seem overly concerned.
There are no face masks in the crowd and there's plenty of loo roll in the gents, and while there is a small queue for the hand gel, there's also palpable sense of determination among the crowd to enjoy the night...with a half expectation that men in CSI coats could storm in and shut things down at any moment.
And Elvis makes sure we get our money's worth before we all head off into confinement with just a few LPs for company.
Twenty-four songs, covering a multitude of genres are rolled out over a blistering two-hour set.
As you'd expect from a man who'd to take the name of the King, he's not uncomfortable in the limelight, lapping up the rapturous reception and striking up an easy rapport with the locals, throwing in a few Hillary Clinton-eque finger points to individuals in the audience for good measure.
The show kicks off with Strict Time, which in all honesty is not strictly in time, but things tighten up with the Latin rhythm-infused Clubland, which follows it.
Poor Elvis is clearly still reeling from his beloved Liverpool being dumped out of Europe the night before - and perhaps United's 5-0 triumph earlier in the evening - treating us to a frankly unwarranted six figure salute, and the promise that there will only be one team playing in red next year's Champions League.
Bless.
The set is at times plagued by technical problems with the ear pieces - inevitably blamed on the virus - but even the odd mistimed vocal line can't derail an almighty version of Watching the Detectives, while (I Don't Want to Go to) Chelsea is another early tour de force, likewise underpinned by an irresistible 1970s reggae bassline.
Flanked by two members of his original backing band The Attractions and two accomplished backing singers, the quality is the musicianship is matched only by the versatility of the performance, and the show loses none of its intensity when Elvis takes to the piano for a more ballad-focused segment, of which, A Good Year for the Roses is a stand out.
An all seater venue, but the crowd finds its feet when he re-dons his guitar for Pump it Up, which retains every inch of the primeval, punk organ thump of the 1978 original.
It's a rip-roaring set, drawing on a back catalogue of classic songs spanning decades, and demonstrating a mastery of genres, from punk to gospel and country to reggae, while never straying too far from his tradmark low-fi, DIY ethic.
Following a recent cancer scare, it feels like a reappraisal and celebration of a life's body of work.
He even shares news of plans for a return to Palace Theatre with a musical stage show currently in development.
The concert ends on a high with the soaring anti-militarist double of Oliver's Army and (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding, both performed beneath the ghostly pictures of child soldiers from The Great War and the words 'Don't Join'.
As the man said, Trust Elvis.
Except perhaps when it comes to football predictions...or guidance on staying safe from the coronavirus.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--Aldi releases urgent update about diminishing stock levels after weekend

If you attempted to brave the supermarket this weekend , chances are you 'll have been met with scenes that can only resemble an apocalypse .
In a flurry of selfish stockpiling , shoppers have been filling their baskets with every loaf of bread , packet of rice and toilet roll in sight , leaving some of the most vulnerable unable to purchase the essentials .
As a result , Aldi decided to put a rationing system in place , meaning that consumers were limited to buying a maximum of four of each product in store .
Following the rationing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has now issued a statement to shoppers to update them about stock levels .
Posting on Facebook , he said : `` As you will be aware , all supermarkets have been working very hard to keep up with demand over the last few days .
`` I am writing to reassure you , and all our other valued customers , that our colleagues and trusted suppliers are working round the clock to keep our warehouses fully stocked .
`` We have increased orders from our suppliers and our warehouses have sufficient stock @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all of the essentials such as sanitary and baby products .
`` Our amazing colleagues have been working tirelessly to restock our stores .
However , unprecedented demand for certain products has made it difficult for us to ensure that there are no gaps on shelves .
`` All of our stores receive daily deliveries , often multiple times a day .
So if a certain product is not available when you visit , it will be replenished in the overwhelming majority of cases by the following day .
`` We have taken @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they need .
Customers are currently limited to buying four items of any one product during each visit .
This is still significantly more than most customers would buy in a normal shopping trip and we hope this temporary restriction will give as many customers as possible the opportunity to get what they need , every time they visit .
`` I ’ m sure , like me , you are also concerned about those who are vulnerable at this time .
Not everyone has the financial or practical resources to buy in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We all have a responsibility to ensure we only buy what we and our families need .
If we shop as we normally do , our stores will quickly return to normal .
`` Finally , my sincere thanks to you for your continued support and to every single one of our colleagues .
It ’ s the people at Aldi that make our business special and they have come together like never before to serve you , our customers , during this extremely busy time .
`` With very best wishes , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ireland . ''
Shoppers have welcomed the update , with many thanking the supermarket chain for putting measures in place to prevent stockpiling .
Responding to the update , one shopper said : `` Thank you , was in my local store yesterday , it was crazy , really felt for all your staff who were doing an amazing job , although limiting items is deffinately the right thing , I witnessed a guy buy 3 packs of 25 toilet rolls =75 rolls !
When other people could n't buy any , so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' `` And please people ... be nice to the staff who are doing their very best in a difficult situation .
Manners cost nothing and a little kindness and consideration to all makes a big difference , '' said somebody else .
`` Great decision in general but should n't be on all products only on them were is high demand , there are some families like ours were we do only one day weekly shop and some items I do buy more then 4 and by limiting all it will force @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a week , '' added a third .
Be kind , people !
It 's a difficult time for everyone right now .

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If you attempted to brave the supermarket this weekend, chances are you'll have been met with scenes that can only resemble an apocalypse.
In a flurry of selfish stockpiling, shoppers have been filling their baskets with every loaf of bread, packet of rice and toilet roll in sight, leaving some of the most vulnerable unable to purchase the essentials.
As a result, Aldi decided to put a rationing system in place, meaning that consumers were limited to buying a maximum of four of each product in store.
Following the rationing decision, Aldi's CEO Giles Hurley has now issued a statement to shoppers to update them about stock levels.
Posting on Facebook, he said: "As you will be aware, all supermarkets have been working very hard to keep up with demand over the last few days.
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"I am writing to reassure you, and all our other valued customers, that our colleagues and trusted suppliers are working round the clock to keep our warehouses fully stocked.
"We have increased orders from our suppliers and our warehouses have sufficient stock to replenish all stores. This includes all of the essentials such as sanitary and baby products.
"Our amazing colleagues have been working tirelessly to restock our stores. However, unprecedented demand for certain products has made it difficult for us to ensure that there are no gaps on shelves.
"All of our stores receive daily deliveries, often multiple times a day. So if a certain product is not available when you visit, it will be replenished in the overwhelming majority of cases by the following day.
"We have taken action to discourage people buying more than they need. Customers are currently limited to buying four items of any one product during each visit. This is still significantly more than most customers would buy in a normal shopping trip and we hope this temporary restriction will give as many customers as possible the opportunity to get what they need, every time they visit.
"I’m sure, like me, you are also concerned about those who are vulnerable at this time. Not everyone has the financial or practical resources to buy in bulk, including our elderly customers. We all have a responsibility to ensure we only buy what we and our families need. If we shop as we normally do, our stores will quickly return to normal.
"Finally, my sincere thanks to you for your continued support and to every single one of our colleagues. It’s the people at Aldi that make our business special and they have come together like never before to serve you, our customers, during this extremely busy time.
"With very best wishes, Giles Hurley, CEO Aldi UK and Ireland."
Shoppers have welcomed the update, with many thanking the supermarket chain for putting measures in place to prevent stockpiling.
Responding to the update, one shopper said: "Thank you, was in my local store yesterday, it was crazy, really felt for all your staff who were doing an amazing job, although limiting items is deffinately the right thing, I witnessed a guy buy 3 packs of 25 toilet rolls =75 rolls! When other people couldn't buy any, so maybe limit certain items even more."
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"And please people ... be nice to the staff who are doing their very best in a difficult situation. Manners cost nothing and a little kindness and consideration to all makes a big difference," said somebody else.
"Great decision in general but shouldn't be on all products only on them were is high demand, there are some families like ours were we do only one day weekly shop and some items I do buy more then 4 and by limiting all it will force me to go shopping more than once a week," added a third.
Be kind, people! It's a difficult time for everyone right now.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--Hundreds say schools and workplaces should be closed due to coronavirus outbreak

Almost two thirds of people in Greater Manchester who voted in a new survey believe schools and workplaces should be closed due to coronavirus .
The data , collected by community platform InYourArea , asked people : `` Do you think schools and workplaces should close due to Coronavirus ? ''
Some 58.74 per cent ( 289 ) of respondents in our region said they should be closed .
A total of 26.63 per cent ( 131 ) said 'no ' and 14.63 per cent ( 72 ) said they did n't know .
The vast majority of areas across @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a handful disagreeing .
Nationally , some 58.7pc of respondents voted 'yes ' ; 27.8pc 'no ' ; and 13.5pc ' I do n't know ' .
Several schools across the region have already temporarily closed and many workers across the regions businesses have been given the option to work from home .
It is believed five people have died at Greater Manchester hospitals having contracted COVID-19 .
The number of confirmed cases in our region has nearly hit 40 .
Stretford High School is closed today due to staff self-isolating after suffering @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a letter that some staff members are suffering from minor symptoms and the school will be shut for a deep clean as a result .
Students will be sent work to complete via email by class teachers and are being asked to remain indoors during the closure .
Mrs Doward stressed the school is shut as a precautionary measure .
Tyldesley Primary School , in Astley , is closed today and tomorrow ( Tuesday ) while a ‘ deep clean ’ is undertaken .
The move comes after ' a small number @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at home , that are linked to the coronavirus .
In Oldham , Royton and Crompton Academy announced it would be closed last Monday after an 'individual within the academy ” tested positive for the coronavirus .
The academy opened again the following day .
In Wigan , Atherton St George 's CE Primary School and St Mark 's CE Primary School closed last Monday and Tuesday but opened again on Wednesday .
Three schools in Salford also had to close last week after the parent of a pupil was diagnosed with COVID-19 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hindsford , Atherton , also shut on Friday for a deep clean .

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Almost two thirds of people in Greater Manchester who voted in a new survey believe schools and workplaces should be closed due to coronavirus.
The data, collected by community platform InYourArea, asked people: "Do you think schools and workplaces should close due to Coronavirus?"
Some 58.74 per cent (289) of respondents in our region said they should be closed.
A total of 26.63 per cent (131) said 'no' and 14.63 per cent (72) said they didn't know.
The vast majority of areas across the country backed closures, with just a handful disagreeing.
Nationally, some 58.7pc of respondents voted 'yes'; 27.8pc 'no'; and 13.5pc 'I don't know'.
Several schools across the region have already temporarily closed and many workers across the regions businesses have been given the option to work from home.
It is believed five people have died at Greater Manchester hospitals having contracted COVID-19.
The number of confirmed cases in our region has nearly hit 40.
Stretford High School is closed today due to staff self-isolating after suffering coronavirus symptoms.
Headteacher Nicola Doward said in a letter that some staff members are suffering from minor symptoms and the school will be shut for a deep clean as a result.
Students will be sent work to complete via email by class teachers and are being asked to remain indoors during the closure.
Mrs Doward stressed the school is shut as a precautionary measure.
Tyldesley Primary School, in Astley, is closed today and tomorrow (Tuesday) while a ‘deep clean’ is undertaken.
The move comes after 'a small number of people' started displaying symptoms, at home, that are linked to the coronavirus.
In Oldham, Royton and Crompton Academy announced it would be closed last Monday after an 'individual within the academy” tested positive for the coronavirus.
The academy opened again the following day.
In Wigan, Atherton St George's CE Primary School and St Mark's CE Primary School closed last Monday and Tuesday but opened again on Wednesday.
Three schools in Salford also had to close last week after the parent of a pupil was diagnosed with COVID-19.
Hindsford CE Primary School, in Hindsford, Atherton, also shut on Friday for a deep clean.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--What is coronavirus and what should I do if I have symptoms?

More people have now been infected with the coronavirus outside of China than have within the country where the outbreak started , it emerged on Monday .
According to John Hopkins University worldwide coronavirus tracker there have been more than 87,000 cases globally whereas there have been 80,860 cases within China .
Deaths outside China have risen to 3,421 and there have been 3,208 inside China .
But what is coronavirus , what are the symptoms and how best can you avoid it ?
We take a look .
It is known as a novel coronavirus and Covid-19 can affect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ caused by a virus called coronavirus .
This means it is a member of the family of viruses - known as coronavirus - which has never previously been encountered .
Like many other illnesses of its type , it originated from animals with the source pinpointed at a food market in Huanan in the city of Wuhan , which has 11 million residents .
Many of those initially infected , in January 2020 , either worked or frequently shopped at the seafood wholesale market .
Other viruses which have originated in animal hosts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been infected ?
There have been almost 170,000 cases globally - as of March 16 and 6,509 people have died .
In the UK , more than 1,391 people have been infected and 35 people have died as of Sunday March 15 .
More than 40,000 tests have been carried out .
Infections outside of China have been reported in 156 countries .
Five people in Greater Manchester have died so far from coronavirus .
Is it like Sars and Mers ?
The severe acute respiratory syndrome ( Sars ) and Middle Eastern @ @ @ @ @ @ @ caused by coronaviruses that originated from animals .
Sars was first reported in China late in 2002 .
Initially , like in this case , the authorities played down the reports of the flu-like illness , which led it spreading unchecked to 26 countries , causing widespread global panic .
More than 8,000 people were infected and 750 people died .
The chief difference between 2020 is that while the authorities may originally have downplayed the outbreak , they have been quicker to introduce measures to control it - shutting down the market @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Mers , which originated in dromedaries in 2012 , was harder to pass from human to human but had a higher death rate - killing 858 of the 2,494 people who became infected .
In both Sars and Mers , the original hosts for both coronaviruses was probably bats .
Sars began in bats then spread to civet cats before it first infected humans .
What are the symptoms ?
Coronavirus is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways .
The main symptoms are a fever ( high temperature @ @ @ @ @ @ @ breath .
But the symptoms do n't necessarily mean you have coronavirus , only a test can clarfiy this .
The virus causes pneumonia and those who have become ill have reported coughs , fever and breathing difficulties .
But these symptoms do not necessarily mean you have the illness .
As this is viral pneumonia , there 's no point taking antibiotics .
Anti-viral drugs can be used , but they only usually reduce the severity of the symptoms .
Those who have died have mostly - but not exclusively - been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In severe cases , there can be organ failure .
The antiviral drugs we currently use against flu will not work .
Recovery depends on the strength of patients ' immune system .
Is is being transferred from human to human ?
It has been confirmed to be transmitting in this way as the World Health Organisation declared a global pandemic .
The recent cluster of cases in northern Italy - which have not been traced back to a Patient Zero - have demonstrated how it is spreading from human to human @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if I have symptoms ?
The medical advice in the UK is that if you have recently travelled from areas affected by coronavirus you should stay indoors and avoid contact with other people ( as you would with flu ) for seven days .
Stay at home for seven days if you either have a high temperature and you feel hot to touch on your back and chest .
And if you have a new , continuous cough which means you 've started coughing repeatedly .
Do not attend a GP surgery , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ need to contact 111 to tell them you are staying at home .
Testing for coronavirus is not needed if you 're staying at home .
Read the government 's advice about staying at home .
You feel you can not cope with your symptoms at home and your condition gets worse and do not get better after seven days .
Only call 111 if you can not get help online .
How dangerous is it ?
Because it 's a new illness , we don not know exactly how coronavirus spreads from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unlikely it can be spread through packages or food .
The mortality rate is around two per cent in China , and less than that elsewhere .
Sars had a mortality rate of more than 10 per cent .
Unlike flu , there 's no vaccine which means it is more difficult for vulnerable members of the community to protect themselves .
How do I self-isolate at home ?
• try to keep at least 2 metres ( 3 steps ) from other people in your home , particularly older people or those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ friends and family and delivery services to deliver things like food shopping and medicines – but avoid contact with them • None sleep alone if possible • None regularly wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds • None try to stay away from older people and those with long-term health conditions • None drink plenty of water and take everyday painkillers , such as paracetamol and ibuprofen , to help with your symptoms • do not have visitors ( ask people to leave deliveries outside ) • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for example to go for a walk , to school or public places How concerned are the scientists ?
Scientists are becoming increasingly concerned by the spread of coronavirus globally and the implications for the world .
The World Health Organisation declared a global pandemic last week as the virus is now spreading widely in the community from country to country .
The UK government has defended its decision not to ban large sporting events or close schools in response to the coronavirus .
Chief Scientist Sir Patrick Vallance has spoken of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ kind of herd immunity to coronavirus .
But his comments triggered a fierce backlash on social media .
On Sunday , the health secretary Matt Hancock appeared to distance himself from these comments when he said `` herd immunity is not our goal or policy . ''
He said the government would soon ask the over-70s to stay `` self-isolated at home for four months '' , even if they are not ill. A petition for doctors and nurses in the UK to be tested for coronavirus has been signed by thousands of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are being hit hardest .
This may because they already have existing health conditions which make them more susceptible to the new virus .
Children have not yet been impacted by it .
Basic hygiene measures , such as frequent hand washing , are a simple way to protect yourself .
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said the NHS is `` ready to respond appropriately '' to any cases of coronavirus that emerge in the UK .
He warned that if people did n't stop stockpiling in supermarkets , the government would be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He said the situation was being `` closely monitored '' and precautionary and proportionate measures have been put in place .
How can it be prevented ?
Wash your hands with soap and water often - do this for at least 20 seconds .
Wash your hands when you get home or into work .
Use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available .
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve ( not your hands ) when you cough or sneeze .
Put used tissues @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your hands afterwards .
Avoid close contact with people who are unwell .
Do not touch your eyes , nose or mouth if your hands are not clean .
It is clear the virus will not stop on its own and measures have been brought in to bring it to an end - limiting people 's movement , encouraging hand washing and treating patients in isolation with healthcare workings wearing protective gear .
The quarantine of the cruise ship in Japan proved to be ineffective , as hundreds of people were infected .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Antibiotics do n't help as they do n't work against viruses .
Treatment aims to relieve the symptoms while the body fights the isolation .
You will need to remain in isolation , away from other people , until you have recovered .

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More people have now been infected with the coronavirus outside of China than have within the country where the outbreak started, it emerged on Monday.
According to John Hopkins University worldwide coronavirus tracker there have been more than 87,000 cases globally whereas there have been 80,860 cases within China.
Deaths outside China have risen to 3,421 and there have been 3,208 inside China.
(Image: AP)
But what is coronavirus, what are the symptoms and how best can you avoid it? We take a look.
What is coronavirus?
It is known as a novel coronavirus and Covid-19 can affect your lungs and airways. It's caused by a virus called coronavirus.
This means it is a member of the family of viruses - known as coronavirus - which has never previously been encountered.
Like many other illnesses of its type, it originated from animals with the source pinpointed at a food market in Huanan in the city of Wuhan, which has 11 million residents.
Many of those initially infected, in January 2020, either worked or frequently shopped at the seafood wholesale market.
Other viruses which have originated in animal hosts include Ebola.
How many people have been infected?
There have been almost 170,000 cases globally - as of March 16 and 6,509 people have died.
In the UK, more than 1,391 people have been infected and 35 people have died as of Sunday March 15.
More than 40,000 tests have been carried out.
Infections outside of China have been reported in 156 countries.
Five people in Greater Manchester have died so far from coronavirus.
Is it like Sars and Mers?
The severe acute respiratory syndrome (Sars) and Middle Eastern respiratory syndrome (Mers) were both caused by coronaviruses that originated from animals.
Sars was first reported in China late in 2002. Initially, like in this case, the authorities played down the reports of the flu-like illness, which led it spreading unchecked to 26 countries, causing widespread global panic.
More than 8,000 people were infected and 750 people died.
(Image: AP)
The chief difference between 2020 is that while the authorities may originally have downplayed the outbreak, they have been quicker to introduce measures to control it - shutting down the market and ultimately putting the city in lockdown.
Mers, which originated in dromedaries in 2012, was harder to pass from human to human but had a higher death rate - killing 858 of the 2,494 people who became infected.
In both Sars and Mers, the original hosts for both coronaviruses was probably bats.
Sars began in bats then spread to civet cats before it first infected humans.
What are the symptoms?
Coronavirus is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways.
The main symptoms are a fever (high temperature), a cough and shortness of breath. But the symptoms don't necessarily mean you have coronavirus, only a test can clarfiy this.
The virus causes pneumonia and those who have become ill have reported coughs, fever and breathing difficulties.
But these symptoms do not necessarily mean you have the illness.
As this is viral pneumonia, there's no point taking antibiotics.
Anti-viral drugs can be used, but they only usually reduce the severity of the symptoms.
(Image: Getty Images)
Those who have died have mostly - but not exclusively - been known to already have underlying health conditions.
In severe cases, there can be organ failure.
The antiviral drugs we currently use against flu will not work.
Recovery depends on the strength of patients' immune system.
Is is being transferred from human to human?
It has been confirmed to be transmitting in this way as the World Health Organisation declared a global pandemic.
The recent cluster of cases in northern Italy - which have not been traced back to a Patient Zero - have demonstrated how it is spreading from human to human.
Should I go to the doctor if I have symptoms?
The medical advice in the UK is that if you have recently travelled from areas affected by coronavirus you should stay indoors and avoid contact with other people (as you would with flu) for seven days.
Stay at home for seven days if you either have a high temperature and you feel hot to touch on your back and chest.
And if you have a new, continuous cough which means you've started coughing repeatedly.
Do not attend a GP surgery, pharmacy or hospital.
You do not need to contact 111 to tell them you are staying at home.
Testing for coronavirus is not needed if you're staying at home.
Read the government's advice about staying at home.
When should I call NHS 111?
You feel you cannot cope with your symptoms at home and your condition gets worse and do not get better after seven days.
Only call 111 if you cannot get help online.
How dangerous is it?
Because it's a new illness, we don not know exactly how coronavirus spreads from person to person.
Similar viruses are spread in cough droplets.
It's very unlikely it can be spread through packages or food.
The mortality rate is around two per cent in China, and less than that elsewhere. Sars had a mortality rate of more than 10 per cent.
Unlike flu, there's no vaccine which means it is more difficult for vulnerable members of the community to protect themselves.
How do I self-isolate at home?
try to keep at least 2 metres (3 steps) from other people in your home, particularly older people or those with long-term health conditions
ask friends and family and delivery services to deliver things like food shopping and medicines – but avoid contact with them
sleep alone if possible
regularly wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds
try to stay away from older people and those with long-term health conditions
drink plenty of water and take everyday painkillers, such as paracetamol and ibuprofen, to help with your symptoms do not have visitors (ask people to leave deliveries outside) do not leave the house, for example to go for a walk, to school or public places
How concerned are the scientists?
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Scientists are becoming increasingly concerned by the spread of coronavirus globally and the implications for the world.
The World Health Organisation declared a global pandemic last week as the virus is now spreading widely in the community from country to country.
The UK government has defended its decision not to ban large sporting events or close schools in response to the coronavirus.
Chief Scientist Sir Patrick Vallance has spoken of the potential advantage of the UK acquiring some kind of herd immunity to coronavirus.
But his comments triggered a fierce backlash on social media.
On Sunday, the health secretary Matt Hancock appeared to distance himself from these comments when he said "herd immunity is not our goal or policy."
He said the government would soon ask the over-70s to stay "self-isolated at home for four months", even if they are not ill.
A petition for doctors and nurses in the UK to be tested for coronavirus has been signed by thousands of people.
Who's most at risk?
So far, older people are being hit hardest. This may because they already have existing health conditions which make them more susceptible to the new virus.
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Children have not yet been impacted by it. Basic hygiene measures, such as frequent hand washing, are a simple way to protect yourself.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said the NHS is "ready to respond appropriately" to any cases of coronavirus that emerge in the UK.
He warned that if people didn't stop stockpiling in supermarkets, the government would be forced to take action to deter it.
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He said the situation was being "closely monitored" and precautionary and proportionate measures have been put in place.
How can it be prevented?
Wash your hands with soap and water often - do this for at least 20 seconds.
Wash your hands when you get home or into work.
Use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze.
Put used tissues in the bin immediately afterwards and wash your hands afterwards.
Avoid close contact with people who are unwell.
Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean.
It is clear the virus will not stop on its own and measures have been brought in to bring it to an end - limiting people's movement, encouraging hand washing and treating patients in isolation with healthcare workings wearing protective gear.
The quarantine of the cruise ship in Japan proved to be ineffective, as hundreds of people were infected.
There is no specific treatment for coronavirus.
Antibiotics don't help as they don't work against viruses.
Treatment aims to relieve the symptoms while the body fights the isolation.
You will need to remain in isolation, away from other people, until you have recovered.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--Louis Vuitton owner to make hand sanitiser for hospitals amid shortage

The parent company of Louis Vuitton - LVMH - will use its perfume production facilities to start making hand sanitiser to help protect people amid the spread of coronavirus .
The luxury goods brand has said the initiative is to help address the shortage of the product in France and has made it a priority as of Monday .
In a statement on Sunday , the company announced : `` The gel will be delivered free of charge to the French health authorities . ''
`` LVMH will use all the production facilities of its Perfumes & Cosmetics brands ... @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , '' it continued .
The production lines would normally make perfume and make-up for Christian Dior and Givenchy , but this commitment will continue `` for as long as necessary '' .
LVMH , which also owns Moet & Chandon , as well as jeweller Bulgari , said the gel will help hospitals in Paris .
The coronavirus death toll in France has reached 127 , and has infected an estimated 5,300 residents , according to the World Health Organisation .
The French government has closed restaurants and cafés , and has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in an effort to tackle the spread of the virus as they reached stage three of the pandemic .
Meanwhile in the UK , there is a continued shortage of hand sanitiser with empty supermarket shelves being widely shared online .
The move by LVMH has been praised on social media with messages to the brand including : `` Well done '' .
However others have used it as an excuse to critique the UK government , with one Twitter-user posting : `` Louis Vuitton doing much more than the U.K government then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that Boris Johnson or one of his senior ministers will now hold daily press conferences to update the public on the fight against the outbreak .
On Sunday , the UK death toll reached 35 , with now 1,372 tested positive for the virus .

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The parent company of Louis Vuitton - LVMH - will use its perfume production facilities to start making hand sanitiser to help protect people amid the spread of coronavirus.
The luxury goods brand has said the initiative is to help address the shortage of the product in France and has made it a priority as of Monday.
In a statement on Sunday, the company announced: "The gel will be delivered free of charge to the French health authorities."
"LVMH will use all the production facilities of its Perfumes & Cosmetics brands... to produce large quantities of hydroalcholic gel," it continued.
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The production lines would normally make perfume and make-up for Christian Dior and Givenchy, but this commitment will continue "for as long as necessary".
LVMH, which also owns Moet & Chandon, as well as jeweller Bulgari, said the gel will help hospitals in Paris.
The coronavirus death toll in France has reached 127, and has infected an estimated 5,300 residents, according to the World Health Organisation.
The French government has closed restaurants and cafés, and has banned public gatherings of over 100 people in an effort to tackle the spread of the virus as they reached stage three of the pandemic.
Meanwhile in the UK, there is a continued shortage of hand sanitiser with empty supermarket shelves being widely shared online.
(Image: PA)
The move by LVMH has been praised on social media with messages to the brand including: "Well done".
However others have used it as an excuse to critique the UK government, with one Twitter-user posting: "Louis Vuitton doing much more than the U.K government then".
Downing Street confirmed on Monday that Boris Johnson or one of his senior ministers will now hold daily press conferences to update the public on the fight against the outbreak.
On Sunday, the UK death toll reached 35, with now 1,372 tested positive for the virus.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--Manchester United news and transfers LIVE

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has set up a fund raising page and pledged his own financial support to help @ @ @ @ @ outbreak .
Premier League fixtures were cancelled this weekend due to the spread of the @ @ @ @ @ Pogba used his 27th birthday to set up the fundraiser to help combat COVID-19 .
@ @ @ @ @ double the fund if the goal of £27,000 is met .
He wrote : `` @ @ @ @ @ outbreak , especially on poor and vulnerable children , can be immense .
`` It @ @ @ @ @ 'm always grateful that me , my family and friends are healthy .
Nonetheless , @ @ @ @ @ health right now .
`` At times like this we need to come together .
@ @ @ @ @ , United have been linked with a move for Fenerbache starlet Omer Beyaz .
Follow @ @ @ @ @ , rumours and updates throughout the day .

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Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has set up a fund raising page and pledged his own financial support to help children affected by the Coronavirus outbreak.
Premier League fixtures were cancelled this weekend due to the spread of the virus in the UK and Pogba used his 27th birthday to set up the fundraiser to help combat COVID-19.
The Frenchman said he will double the fund if the goal of £27,000 is met.
He wrote: "The impact of a large-scale outbreak, especially on poor and vulnerable children, can be immense.
"It's my birthday and I'm always grateful that me, my family and friends are healthy. Nonetheless, not everybody is in good health right now.
"At times like this we need to come together."
On the transfer front, United have been linked with a move for Fenerbache starlet Omer Beyaz.
Scroll down below to see the United news from the day.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--Police led on 20 minute car chase around Bolton

A man has been arrested after leading police on a 20 minute car chase around Bolton .
The driver of a black BMW allegedly led Greater Manchester Police traffic cops around the town and even crashed into a police car at one point .
Officers used Tactical Pursuit And Containment ( TPAC ) tactics , including two spike strips , to bring the chase to an end .
The man was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving , failing to stop for police and driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs .
Once in custody , the man also refused @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He is due to be charged later today .
GMP Traffic shared the news and a photo of the BMW , surrounded by four police cars , on social media .
A spokesman tweeted : `` After 20min pursuit all around Bolton .
The driver of this BMW was eventually arrested after # TPAC tactics and 2 successful stingers brought the pursuit to a safe conclusion .
`` However not before the driver had rammed a police vehicle .
Also failed to provide in custody too !
`` The driver was arrested for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ police and driving whilst unfit through drink/drugs .
He will be charged later today and remanded to court to answer for his actions ''

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A man has been arrested after leading police on a 20 minute car chase around Bolton .
The driver of a black BMW allegedly led Greater Manchester Police traffic cops around the town and even crashed into a police car at one point.
Officers used Tactical Pursuit And Containment (TPAC) tactics, including two spike strips, to bring the chase to an end.
The man was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving, failing to stop for police and driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs.
Once in custody, the man also refused to provide a sample for analysis. He is due to be charged later today.
GMP Traffic shared the news and a photo of the BMW, surrounded by four police cars, on social media.
A spokesman tweeted: "After 20min pursuit all around Bolton. The driver of this BMW was eventually arrested after #TPAC tactics and 2 successful stingers brought the pursuit to a safe conclusion.
"However not before the driver had rammed a police vehicle. Also failed to provide in custody too!
"The driver was arrested for dangerous driving, failing to stop for police and driving whilst unfit through drink/drugs. He will be charged later today and remanded to court to answer for his actions"


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--Royal Northern College of Music cancels all concerts and starts online teaching

The Royal Northern College of Music has cancelled all concerts and events and begun online teaching due to the coronavirus outbreak .
All exams and assesments at the renowned music college have also been postponed until further notice .
College bosses say the measures , which have been introduced with 'immediate effect ' , have been taken to 'prioritise the health and wellbeing of our community .
The Oxford Road-based college hosts several classical music concerts and arts events each week .
Upcoming shows which could be affected by the cancellation include an evening with author Hilary Mantel , due @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Manchester Literature Festival , and a gig by Graham Gouldman from 10cc .
A statement on the college 's website says : `` Following the developing situation around COVID-19 and to prioritise the health and wellbeing of our community , the RNCM is moving to online teaching only with immediate effect .
`` All scheduled assessments and examinations are postponed until further notice .
`` All events at the RNCM are postponed from Monday 16 March and box office sales ( online , by phone and in person ) are suspended with immediate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ performance at a later date is not possible , or if patrons are unable to make a rescheduled date , a full refund will be issued when services are resumed .
`` Staff and students should check Moodle , the Intranet and their College email accounts regularly and audiences should visit the RNCM website and social media channels for further updates . ''
The total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus across Greater Manchester now stands at 39 .
All 10 of our boroughs have confirmed cases .
On Sunday ( March 15 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more people had died from coronavirus in Greater Manchester .
A man in his 80s died in Tameside , and a man in his 80s and a woman in her 70s died at North Manchester General Hospital 's specialist infection centre .
It is believed five people have now died with the virus in Greater Manchester .

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The Royal Northern College of Music has cancelled all concerts and events and begun online teaching due to the coronavirus outbreak.
All exams and assesments at the renowned music college have also been postponed until further notice.
College bosses say the measures, which have been introduced with 'immediate effect', have been taken to 'prioritise the health and wellbeing of our community.
The Oxford Road-based college hosts several classical music concerts and arts events each week.
Upcoming shows which could be affected by the cancellation include an evening with author Hilary Mantel, due to be held as part of the Manchester Literature Festival, and a gig by Graham Gouldman from 10cc.
A statement on the college's website says: "Following the developing situation around COVID-19 and to prioritise the health and wellbeing of our community, the RNCM is moving to online teaching only with immediate effect.
"All scheduled assessments and examinations are postponed until further notice.
"All events at the RNCM are postponed from Monday 16 March and box office sales (online, by phone and in person) are suspended with immediate effect.
"Where reinstatement of the performance at a later date is not possible, or if patrons are unable to make a rescheduled date, a full refund will be issued when services are resumed.
"Staff and students should check Moodle, the Intranet and their College email accounts regularly and audiences should visit the RNCM website and social media channels for further updates."
The total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus across Greater Manchester now stands at 39.
All 10 of our boroughs have confirmed cases.
On Sunday (March 15), it was confirmed that four more people had died from coronavirus in Greater Manchester.
A man in his 80s died in Tameside, and a man in his 80s and a woman in her 70s died at North Manchester General Hospital's specialist infection centre.
Separately, a 91-year-old man died of coronavirus at Wythenshawe Hospital.
It is believed five people have now died with the virus in Greater Manchester.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--Salford school closes as staff member suffers coronavirus symptoms

A school in Salford has closed after a staff member started 'displaying symptoms of coronavirus ' .
Private Bridgewater School in Worsley said it was closing 'from immediate effect ' on Monday morning so that a deep clean can be carried out .
The member of staff is not yet a confirmed case .
In a message to parents the school said : `` We have this morning taken the decision that the school will close to pupils , effective immediately , as a precautionary measure to help prevent the spread of Covid-19 .
`` A member of our academic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they are displaying a number of symptoms associated with the Covid-19 virus .
`` The health and wellbeing of all our students and staff is , of course , our number one priority .
`` We have therefore decided to close the school to students with immediate effect .
This allows us to undertake a deep clean and to assess the situation further . ''
The notice , on the school 's website and Facebook page , adds : `` We know just how much disruption this will cause for all families and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decision lightly .
We hope that by taking this measure now we can ensure that all of our Bridgewater community are safe and well .
`` We will send updates as soon as they become available . ''
The school has also cancelled its early years open morning , which was scheduled for next Tuesday .

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A school in Salford has closed after a staff member started 'displaying symptoms of coronavirus'.
Private Bridgewater School in Worsley said it was closing 'from immediate effect' on Monday morning so that a deep clean can be carried out.
The member of staff is not yet a confirmed case.
In a message to parents the school said: "We have this morning taken the decision that the school will close to pupils, effective immediately, as a precautionary measure to help prevent the spread of Covid-19.
"A member of our academic teaching staff has informed the school that they are displaying a number of symptoms associated with the Covid-19 virus.
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"The health and wellbeing of all our students and staff is, of course, our number one priority.
"We have therefore decided to close the school to students with immediate effect. This allows us to undertake a deep clean and to assess the situation further."
The notice, on the school's website and Facebook page, adds: "We know just how much disruption this will cause for all families and guardians. We have not taken this decision lightly. We hope that by taking this measure now we can ensure that all of our Bridgewater community are safe and well.
"We will send updates as soon as they become available."
The school has also cancelled its early years open morning, which was scheduled for next Tuesday.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--Police seize Range Rover 'ditched' at golf course

Police have seized a car that was abandoned in the middle of a golf course .
Yesterday morning , passers-by @ @ @ @ @ stuck in a ditch at Horwich Golf Club .
Its back wheels appeared to be @ @ @ @ @ side window had been left slightly open .
Police officers from the Bolton West neighbourhood @ @ @ @ @ and found the car to have no registration plates .
They seized the car on @ @ @ @ @ A spokesman for Greater Manchester Police said : `` The Bolton West Neighbourhood Team attended @ @ @ @ @ at Horwich Golf Club this morning .
`` This vehicle was found with no registration @ @ @ @ @ ditch .
`` It has now been seized on the suspicion that it ’ s @ @ @

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Police have seized a car that was abandoned in the middle of a golf course.
Yesterday morning, passers-by spotted the black Range Rover stuck in a ditch at Horwich Golf Club.
Its back wheels appeared to be trapped and the driver's side window had been left slightly open.
Police officers from the Bolton West neighbourhood team attended the golf club and found the car to have no registration plates.
(Image: GMP Bolton North)
They seized the car on suspicion of being stolen.
A spokesman for Greater Manchester Police said: "The Bolton West Neighbourhood Team attended reports of an abandoned vehicle at Horwich Golf Club this morning.
"This vehicle was found with no registration plates, stuck in a ditch.
"It has now been seized on the suspicion that it’s stolen."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--Manchester councillor urges action on supermarket panic buying

It 's not even 10am on Sunday morning and queues have already built up around the car park outside the Aldi on Wilmslow Road in Didsbury .
People loaded with a shopping trolley await as the doors open to stock up on toilet roll , pasta , rice and hand gel - that 's if it has n't already been snapped up .
Residents also reported that other stores , including both Tesco supermarkets in Didsbury and Burnage , had similar scenes .
It 's this very kind of panic buying that a Manchester councillor is now warning against , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ directly to try and address the issue before things get any worse .
Councillor Richard Kilpatrick , who covers the Didsbury West area , said he felt not enough was being done to control panic buying in response to the coronavirus outbreak .
`` We need the Government and the local authorities to take more action , '' Cllr Kilpatrick tells the Manchester Evening News .
`` I have written to officials urging them to use the Council ’ s communication team and leadership to urge calm in our supermarkets .
`` It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ community that will be affected earliest , such as the elderly and people who ca n't leave their homes . ''
By writing the letter , the councillor wants there to be more transparency from the Council in order to ease people 's concerns .
`` Right now , people do n't know what 's happening , '' he adds .
Stretching out from the city , Richard is also asking the Government to stand up and take action .
`` We 've not had anything from a National level , '' the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bulletins and accountability .
There 's uncertainty and the repercussions of that are already showing . ''
Earlier today , Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham called for a daily televised press conference on coronavirus to be introduced .
Throughout the next week , Cllr Richard will be reaching out to retirement homes , sheltered accommodation and care homes in West Didsbury to ensure they know he and his team will help them gain everyday necessities if they are struggling .
`` We need people to be aware that by panic buying , they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get the things they need , '' he says .
`` We will bring emergency care packages to whoever is in need and ca n't get to the shops themselves . ''
Lou Wise was one of the customers outside Aldi in Didsbury this morning and she says she 's never seen anything like it before .
`` I go and do my weekly shop every Sunday morning because that 's usually when people are asleep , '' Lou tells the M.E.N .
`` I was just trying to buy my usual things @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people with four or five large bags of rice that could easily supply a restaurant for a week .
Lou said that there were a number of elderly people amongst shoppers and she said she did fear for their safety .
`` I found it scary so imagine what they must have felt like , '' she added .
`` But Aldi were actually very good .
They were being very sensible , they said that customers could only take one package of toilet roll and a maximum of two of the same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ put things back and being very proactive about it . ''
Cllr Richard is urging the Goverment to step up its response to the coronavirus outbreak , and even take inspiration from an unlikely source : the football league .
`` Bosses at the Premier League has shown how the situation can be treated with caution , '' he adds .
`` It 's insane but they 're actually setting an example right now on how to respond to it all .
`` They 've handled the situation a lot better than our @ @ @

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It's not even 10am on Sunday morning and queues have already built up around the car park outside the Aldi on Wilmslow Road in Didsbury .
People loaded with a shopping trolley await as the doors open to stock up on toilet roll, pasta, rice and hand gel - that's if it hasn't already been snapped up.
Residents also reported that other stores, including both Tesco supermarkets in Didsbury and Burnage, had similar scenes.
It's this very kind of panic buying that a Manchester councillor is now warning against, and he's written to the Council directly to try and address the issue before things get any worse.
Councillor Richard Kilpatrick, who covers the Didsbury West area, said he felt not enough was being done to control panic buying in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
"We need the Government and the local authorities to take more action," Cllr Kilpatrick tells the Manchester Evening News .
(Image: Lou Wise)
"I have written to officials urging them to use the Council’s communication team and leadership to urge calm in our supermarkets.
"It’s the vulnerable members of our community that will be affected earliest, such as the elderly and people who can't leave their homes."
By writing the letter, the councillor wants there to be more transparency from the Council in order to ease people's concerns.
"Right now, people don't know what's happening," he adds.
Stretching out from the city, Richard is also asking the Government to stand up and take action.
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"We've not had anything from a National level," the councillor says.
"We need daily bulletins and accountability. There's uncertainty and the repercussions of that are already showing."
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Earlier today, Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham called for a daily televised press conference on coronavirus to be introduced .
Throughout the next week, Cllr Richard will be reaching out to retirement homes, sheltered accommodation and care homes in West Didsbury to ensure they know he and his team will help them gain everyday necessities if they are struggling.
"We need people to be aware that by panic buying, they are making it hard for the vulnerable get the things they need," he says.
"We will bring emergency care packages to whoever is in need and can't get to the shops themselves."
Lou Wise was one of the customers outside Aldi in Didsbury this morning and she says she's never seen anything like it before.
"I go and do my weekly shop every Sunday morning because that's usually when people are asleep," Lou tells the M.E.N.
(Image: Lou Wise)
"I was just trying to buy my usual things but it was scary. I saw people with four or five large bags of rice that could easily supply a restaurant for a week.
Lou said that there were a number of elderly people amongst shoppers and she said she did fear for their safety.
"I found it scary so imagine what they must have felt like," she added.
"But Aldi were actually very good. They were being very sensible, they said that customers could only take one package of toilet roll and a maximum of two of the same item.
"They were making people put things back and being very proactive about it."
Cllr Richard is urging the Goverment to step up its response to the coronavirus outbreak, and even take inspiration from an unlikely source: the football league.
"Bosses at the Premier League has shown how the situation can be treated with caution," he adds.
"It's insane but they're actually setting an example right now on how to respond to it all.
"They've handled the situation a lot better than our Government."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--Blossoms postpone UK tour and Manchester Arena show

Blossoms have announced they are postponing their UK tour , including their upcoming Manchester Arena show .
The Stockport band were scheduled to play the venue on March 28 but have decided to call it off for now .
Announcing the news on Twitter , they said : `` Morning .
Just to let everyone know , our March UK tour is now postponed .
`` We ’ re currently working on rearranging all headline shows – London , Hull , Glasgow , Leeds , Newcastle , Birmingham & Manchester .
We 'll let you know as soon as we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tour was due to support the band 's latest number one album , Foolish Loving Spaces .
Since forming in 2013 , the band have rocketed to worldwide fame and acclaim .
Their 2016 debut full length topped the album charts for two consecutive weeks and went on to earn the band BRIT Award and Mercury Prize nominations .
Follow-up Cool Like You charted at number 4 in the UK album chart in 2018 , featuring the singles I Can ’ t Stand It , There ’ s A Reason Why ( I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Long Will This Last ?
The UK government has yet to follow in the footsteps of some of its European neighbours in banning mass gatherings , although it has been speculated that a ban could be on the way this week .
Many major sporting events have already been suspended and gigs have also started to be called off , including The Who 's scheduled show at Manchester Arena tonight .
Several events have still gone ahead , however , including the Stereophonics ' Arena show and the St Patrick 's Day parade @ @ @ @ @ @

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Blossoms have announced they are postponing their UK tour, including their upcoming Manchester Arena show.
The Stockport band were scheduled to play the venue on March 28 but have decided to call it off for now.
Announcing the news on Twitter, they said: "Morning. Just to let everyone know, our March UK tour is now postponed.
"We’re currently working on rearranging all headline shows – London, Hull, Glasgow, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham & Manchester. We'll let you know as soon as we have any more info."
The tour was due to support the band's latest number one album, Foolish Loving Spaces.
Since forming in 2013, the band have rocketed to worldwide fame and acclaim.
Their 2016 debut full length topped the album charts for two consecutive weeks and went on to earn the band BRIT Award and Mercury Prize nominations.
Follow-up Cool Like You charted at number 4 in the UK album chart in 2018, featuring the singles I Can’t Stand It, There’s A Reason Why (I Never Returned Your Calls) and How Long Will This Last?
The UK government has yet to follow in the footsteps of some of its European neighbours in banning mass gatherings, although it has been speculated that a ban could be on the way this week.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
Many major sporting events have already been suspended and gigs have also started to be called off, including The Who's scheduled show at Manchester Arena tonight.
Several events have still gone ahead, however, including the Stereophonics' Arena show and the St Patrick's Day parade in Manchester at the weekend.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--Gunman opens fire on Manchester street - the day after nearby shooting

A man is in hospital after a gunman opened fire in Miles Platting - the day after reports of a shooting less than half a mile away .
Police are investigating the two incidents , which are not believed to be linked .
Officers were called at around 8.40pm on Sunday night ( March 16 ) , after a man was shot in the leg on Oldham Road .
The 32-year-old was rushed to hospital , where he remains in a stable condition .
Greater Manchester Police launched an investigation .
No arrests have been made .
Images taken at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vehicles within the cordon .
A GMP statement read : `` At around 8.40pm on Sunday , March 15 , 2020 , police were called to reports of a firearms discharge on Oldham Road , Manchester .
`` He was taken to hospital , where he remains in a stable condition .
`` No arrests have been made . ''
At around 11.55pm on Friday ( March 13 ) , police were called to ' a report of a firearms discharge ' on Winstanley Road - around the corner from Oldham Road .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Police sealed off a road as an investigation was launched .
Officers remained at the scene on Saturday morning .
On Sunday morning , officers were seen going in and out of a house on Farnborough Road , off Winstanley Road .
Police did not reveal the reason for the search , but referred the Manchester Evening News to their statement regarding the shooting on Friday night .
GMP has not confirmed whether arrests have been made in relation to the Winstanley Road incident .
Anyone with information is asked to call @ @ @ @ @ @ @ incident number 3374 of March 13 for the Winstanley Road incident on Friday ; and incident number 2923 of March 15 for the Oldham Road incident on Sunday .
Information can also be reported via Crimestoppers , anonymously , on 0800 555 111 .

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A man is in hospital after a gunman opened fire in Miles Platting - the day after reports of a shooting less than half a mile away.
Police are investigating the two incidents, which are not believed to be linked.
Officers were called at around 8.40pm on Sunday night (March 16), after a man was shot in the leg on Oldham Road.
The 32-year-old was rushed to hospital, where he remains in a stable condition.
Greater Manchester Police launched an investigation. No arrests have been made.
(Image: ASP)
Officers sealed off a section of Oldham Road.
Images taken at the scene showed a number of police vehicles within the cordon.
(Image: ASP)
A GMP statement read: "At around 8.40pm on Sunday, March 15, 2020, police were called to reports of a firearms discharge on Oldham Road, Manchester.
"Officers attended and found a 32-year-old man with a leg injury.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"He was taken to hospital, where he remains in a stable condition.
"An investigation is underway.
"No arrests have been made."
At around 11.55pm on Friday (March 13), police were called to 'a report of a firearms discharge' on Winstanley Road - around the corner from Oldham Road.
No one was injured, GMP said.
Police sealed off a road as an investigation was launched.
Officers remained at the scene on Saturday morning.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
On Sunday morning, officers were seen going in and out of a house on Farnborough Road, off Winstanley Road.
Police did not reveal the reason for the search, but referred the Manchester Evening News to their statement regarding the shooting on Friday night.
GMP has not confirmed whether arrests have been made in relation to the Winstanley Road incident.
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 0161 856 1146 - quoting incident number 3374 of March 13 for the Winstanley Road incident on Friday; and incident number 2923 of March 15 for the Oldham Road incident on Sunday.
Information can also be reported via Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--TfGM says public transport will run as normal with a 'rigorous' cleaning regime

Public transport will continue to run as normal in Manchester amid the coronavirus outbreak , transport bosses have confirmed .
Transport for Greater Manchester said there is a 'rigorous cleaning regime in place ' on buses , trains and Metrolink services .
In a tweet , TfGM said : `` The Government is advising against non-essential use of public transport and for people to vary travel times to avoid rush hour .
`` However , we understand that some of you will need to travel for essential reasons - for work and to support family and friends .
`` At @ @ @ @ @ @ @ TfGM will be working closely with rail , bus and Metrolink operators over the coming days .
`` We want to reassure you that for those who do need to travel there is a rigorous cleaning regime in place and public transport is continuing to run - but please check with individual operators ahead of your journey . ''
Prime Minister Boris Johnson introduced further measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 following an emergency Cobra meeting on Monday ( March 16 ) .
`` Now is the time for everyone to stop @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all unnecessary travel '' , Mr Johnson said .
The Government has issued advice on social distancing that everyone should follow , which includes avoiding 'non-essential use ' of public transport .
Anyone with a high temperature or a persistent cough , or anyone in the same household with them , should stay at home for 14 days , the Government said .
Across the UK , 1,543 people have tested positive for Covid-19 , up from 1,372 at the same time on Sunday .
However , many thousands more are estimated to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ died after testing positive for the virus .

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Public transport will continue to run as normal in Manchester amid the coronavirus outbreak, transport bosses have confirmed.
Transport for Greater Manchester said there is a 'rigorous cleaning regime in place' on buses, trains and Metrolink services.
In a tweet, TfGM said: "The Government is advising against non-essential use of public transport and for people to vary travel times to avoid rush hour.
"However, we understand that some of you will need to travel for essential reasons - for work and to support family and friends.
"At the time services continue to run and TfGM will be working closely with rail, bus and Metrolink operators over the coming days.
"We want to reassure you that for those who do need to travel there is a rigorous cleaning regime in place and public transport is continuing to run - but please check with individual operators ahead of your journey."
Prime Minister Boris Johnson introduced further measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 following an emergency Cobra meeting on Monday (March 16).
"Now is the time for everyone to stop non-essential contact with others and to stop all unnecessary travel", Mr Johnson said.
The Government has issued advice on social distancing that everyone should follow, which includes avoiding 'non-essential use' of public transport.
Anyone with a high temperature or a persistent cough, or anyone in the same household with them, should stay at home for 14 days, the Government said.
Across the UK, 1,543 people have tested positive for Covid-19, up from 1,372 at the same time on Sunday. However, many thousands more are estimated to have been infected.
55 people have died after testing positive for the virus.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--School shuts over coronavirus as head blasts 'unacceptable' government advice

A school in Trafford has shut as its headteacher criticised the latest government guidance over coronavirus .
In an open letter published on its website , headteacher Nicola Doward said she was making the decision following Boris Johnson 's latest advice , issued in a press conference on Monday .
The new advice said that pregnant women should self-isolate for 12 weeks and that every household member should stay at home for 14 days should anyone develop coronavirus symptoms .
She said the `` impact the advice had on staffing '' meant it was not `` operationally possible '' to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it would be closing its doors from March 17 until April 14 .
`` We find ourselves in this situation because we can not follow all of the government ’ s advice AND keep our children and our Stretford families safe , '' she said in the letter .
`` The staff members who have symptoms are not being tested .
They won ’ t be tested because , thankfully , they are not seriously ill .
I do not know if one , none or all have the virus .
`` This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in sectors which are not being advised to work from home should be tested .
`` This would have allowed me to either keep the school open or to be able to identify who , if anyone , is at risk .
`` Even if we double up classes to accommodate staff absence , we can not operate at this staffing level .
I also do not feel comfortable grouping pupils into even bigger groups which increases the risk of spreading the virus . ''
Earlier on Monday , the school announced it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the number of staff self-isolating .
But Mrs Doward said the new advice meant it had no option but to close for the coming weeks .
She continued : `` The government make the point that the virus does not seriously affect children and young people .
However , this does not mean that they won ’ t become ill or won ’ t become carriers unbeknownst to anyone .
`` They then risk taking the virus home to their families .
Families with pregnant mothers , families with elderly relatives , family @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Family members living in their house .
People who are vulnerable and can not be ‘ socially distant ’ .
This is not acceptable .
`` The government strategy is to build herd immunity – however , to keep schools open at this time risks driving the ‘ herd ’ over a metaphorical cliff .
`` The number of those already sick across the country , the number who have died , is already a worry .
`` The stats show this will get worse .
The NHS was already under pressure .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
I am not willing to put Stretford High School families in amongst that herd . ''
Mrs Doward said she believed children should `` stay inside '' and apologised to families left in the lurch with childcare .
`` I am sorry .
I know it will cause our pupils , who are brilliant and conscientious , stress because they will be worried about their learning .
I am sorry .
`` I know the ramifications of this move .
I am sorry . ''

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A school in Trafford has shut as its headteacher criticised the latest government guidance over coronavirus.
In an open letter published on its website, headteacher Nicola Doward said she was making the decision following Boris Johnson's latest advice, issued in a press conference on Monday.
The new advice said that pregnant women should self-isolate for 12 weeks and that every household member should stay at home for 14 days should anyone develop coronavirus symptoms.
She said the "impact the advice had on staffing" meant it was not "operationally possible" to run the school safely, and said it would be closing its doors from March 17 until April 14.
"We find ourselves in this situation because we cannot follow all of the government’s advice AND keep our children and our Stretford families safe," she said in the letter.
"The staff members who have symptoms are not being tested. They won’t be tested because, thankfully, they are not seriously ill. I do not know if one, none or all have the virus.
"This is not acceptable. Staff who work in sectors which are not being advised to work from home should be tested.
"This would have allowed me to either keep the school open or to be able to identify who, if anyone, is at risk.
"Even if we double up classes to accommodate staff absence, we cannot operate at this staffing level. I also do not feel comfortable grouping pupils into even bigger groups which increases the risk of spreading the virus."
Earlier on Monday, the school announced it was closing just for the day over the number of staff self-isolating.
But Mrs Doward said the new advice meant it had no option but to close for the coming weeks.
She continued: "The government make the point that the virus does not seriously affect children and young people. However, this does not mean that they won’t become ill or won’t become carriers unbeknownst to anyone.
"They then risk taking the virus home to their families. Families with pregnant mothers, families with elderly relatives, family whose members might be poorly.
"Family members living in their house. People who are vulnerable and cannot be ‘socially distant’. This is not acceptable.
"The government strategy is to build herd immunity – however, to keep schools open at this time risks driving the ‘herd’ over a metaphorical cliff.
"The number of those already sick across the country, the number who have died, is already a worry.
"The stats show this will get worse. The NHS was already under pressure. It will not cope with the onslaught. I am not willing to put Stretford High School families in amongst that herd."
Mrs Doward said she believed children should "stay inside" and apologised to families left in the lurch with childcare.
"I am sorry. I know it will cause our pupils, who are brilliant and conscientious, stress because they will be worried about their learning. I am sorry.
"I know the ramifications of this move. I am sorry."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-16--What EVERYONE in UK must now do to help reduce coronavirus outbreak

The Government has issued advice on social distancing that everyone should follow to reduce the spread of coronavirus .
New guidance was published by Public Health England ( PHE ) on Monday evening ( March 16 ) , following an emergency Cobra meeting .
Boris Johnson said that 'now is the time for everyone to stop non-essential contact with others ' .
Everyone has been told to work from home if possible , avoid mass gatherings , avoid pubs , club , theatres and all unnecessary travel .
Those who are over 70 , people with underlying health conditions and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to follow the guidance .
Social distancing measures are 'steps that can be taken to reduce social interaction between people to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 ' , the Government said .
The measures set out by Public Health England are : • Avoid contact with someone who is displaying symptoms of coronavirus ( COVID-19 ) .
These symptoms include high temperature and/or new and continuous cough .
• Avoid non-essential use of public transport , varying your travel times to avoid rush hour , when possible .
• Work from home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ support you to do this .
• Avoid large gatherings , and gatherings in smaller public spaces such as pubs , cinemas , restaurants , theatres , bars , clubs .
• Avoid gatherings with friends and family .
Keep in touch using remote technology such as phone , internet , and social media .
• Use telephone or online services to contact your GP or other essential services .
The Government said this advice is likely to be in place for some weeks .
Anyone who needs assistance with with foods and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ neighbours for support .
Everyone should access medical assistance remotely wherever possible , and reduce social contacts unless they are providing care .
PHE said that social distancing can be 'boring or frustrating ' , so people should look for ideas for exercises you can do at home , keep the windows open to let in fresh air and get outside in the garden .
People are also being told they can go for a walk outdoors if they stay more than two metres away from others .
Across the UK , 1,543 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up from 1,372 at the same time on Sunday .
However , many thousands more are estimated to have been infected .
The current Government advice is that anyone with a high temperature or a persistent cough , or anyone in the same household with them , should stay at home for 14 days .

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The Government has issued advice on social distancing that everyone should follow to reduce the spread of coronavirus.
New guidance was published by Public Health England (PHE) on Monday evening (March 16), following an emergency Cobra meeting.
Boris Johnson said that 'now is the time for everyone to stop non-essential contact with others'.
Everyone has been told to work from home if possible, avoid mass gatherings, avoid pubs, club, theatres and all unnecessary travel.
Those who are over 70, people with underlying health conditions and pregnant women are being 'strongly advised' to follow the guidance.
Social distancing measures are 'steps that can be taken to reduce social interaction between people to help reduce the spread of COVID-19', the Government said.
The measures set out by Public Health England are:
Avoid contact with someone who is displaying symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19). These symptoms include high temperature and/or new and continuous cough. Avoid non-essential use of public transport, varying your travel times to avoid rush hour, when possible. Work from home, where possible. Your employer should support you to do this. Avoid large gatherings, and gatherings in smaller public spaces such as pubs, cinemas, restaurants, theatres, bars, clubs. Avoid gatherings with friends and family. Keep in touch using remote technology such as phone, internet, and social media. Use telephone or online services to contact your GP or other essential services.
The Government said this advice is likely to be in place for some weeks.
Anyone who needs assistance with with foods and medicines should ask family, friends and neighbours for support.
Everyone should access medical assistance remotely wherever possible, and reduce social contacts unless they are providing care.
PHE said that social distancing can be 'boring or frustrating', so people should look for ideas for exercises you can do at home, keep the windows open to let in fresh air and get outside in the garden.
People are also being told they can go for a walk outdoors if they stay more than two metres away from others.
Across the UK, 1,543 people have tested positive for Covid-19, up from 1,372 at the same time on Sunday. However, many thousands more are estimated to have been infected.
The current Government advice is that anyone with a high temperature or a persistent cough, or anyone in the same household with them, should stay at home for 14 days.