themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-30--Dominic Raab licks his finger during coronavirus press conference

Dominic Raab licked his finger to turn a page during the coronavirus press conference despite repeat government warnings about maintaining good hygiene during the pandemic .
The foreign secretary made the blunder as he addressed the nation during the conference on Monday afternoon .
In order to prevent the transmission of coronavirus , people have been asked to wash their hands for at least 20 seconds and to avoid touching their faces .
Scores of people took to social media to condemn the foreign secretary for the slip-up during a time when the nation is on lockdown to prevent the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wrote : `` Someone please send the PHE advice to Downing street .
Shaking hands earlier in this crisis .
Today Dominic Raab just licked his finger to turn the page . ''
Meanwhile , another person posted : `` Dominic Raab on daily update licked his finger and turned a page .
Who prepared your papers ?
? ''
One person summed up the mood of the nation when she wrote : `` As if Dominic Raab licked his fingers to turn the page on his notes ?
?
`` It ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ droplets or anything ?
? ''
And another account posted : `` Our ‘ designated survivor ’ ( Dominic Raab ) just licked his fingers whilst giving a speech from Boris Johnson ’ s podium ( who himself tested positive 3 days ago ) ... His actions come amid concerns coronavirus is spreading through Westminster .
Prime minister Boris Johnson and health minister Matt Hancock are currently self-isolating after testing positive for coronavirus .
Chief medical officer Chris Whitty and chief adviser to the prime minister Dominic Cummings are also self-isolating after displaying @ @

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Dominic Raab licked his finger to turn a page during the coronavirus press conference despite repeat government warnings about maintaining good hygiene during the pandemic.
The foreign secretary made the blunder as he addressed the nation during the conference on Monday afternoon.
In order to prevent the transmission of coronavirus, people have been asked to wash their hands for at least 20 seconds and to avoid touching their faces.
Scores of people took to social media to condemn the foreign secretary for the slip-up during a time when the nation is on lockdown to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
One Twitter user wrote: "Someone please send the PHE advice to Downing street. Shaking hands earlier in this crisis. Today Dominic Raab just licked his finger to turn the page."
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Meanwhile, another person posted: "Dominic Raab on daily update licked his finger and turned a page. Who prepared your papers??"
One person summed up the mood of the nation when she wrote: "As if Dominic Raab licked his fingers to turn the page on his notes??
"It’s not like Coronavirus is spread through droplets or anything??"
And another account posted: "Our ‘designated survivor’ (Dominic Raab) just licked his fingers whilst giving a speech from Boris Johnson’s podium (who himself tested positive 3 days ago)...
"Lord help us. #AvoidFaceTouching."
His actions come amid concerns coronavirus is spreading through Westminster.
Prime minister Boris Johnson and health minister Matt Hancock are currently self-isolating after testing positive for coronavirus.
Chief medical officer Chris Whitty and chief adviser to the prime minister Dominic Cummings are also self-isolating after displaying symptoms.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-30--Harrison explains why he is ready to play for Guardiola at City

Leeds United loanee Jack Harrison believes that playing for two seasons under Marcelo Bielsa has perfectly prepared him to return to Manchester City and play for Pep Guardiola .
Promising winger Harrison has become an integral part of the side at Elland Road over the last two campaigns under Bielsa - after a failed stint Middlesbrough following his arrival at City from New York City FC .
After heartbreak in last year 's chase for promotion , Leeds finally looked certain to make their long-awaited return to the Premier League before the coronavirus outbreak led to the suspension of football @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goals and seven assists in 37 Championship appearances this term and has developed his game so much under the tutelage of 'El Loco ' that he now believes he 's ready to return to the Etihad .
“ I have a lot of admiration for both managers , ” the 23-year-old told the Yorkshire Evening Post .
“ They both have a very good reputation around the world and I ’ ve been lucky enough to work with both of them , even though with Pep it was only for a short amount @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one of the key inspirations for his career after the pair spent 11 hours discussing the game in 2006 before he became a manager , with the Blues boss often labelling the Argentine as the best coach in the world .
“ For the last two years working with Marcelo I ’ ve learnt a lot and developed different parts of my game and improved , ” he said .
“ Working with him has already prepared me for almost anything going forward .
“ It ’ s an exciting opportunity if I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and work again with Pep Guardiola .
“ What I ’ ve learnt with Marcelo I can take anywhere and if it is back there , it ’ s another great opportunity for me .
“ I ’ ve learnt a lot over the last two years and I can take it wherever it may take me .
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Leeds United loanee Jack Harrison believes that playing for two seasons under Marcelo Bielsa has perfectly prepared him to return to Manchester City and play for Pep Guardiola.
Promising winger Harrison has become an integral part of the side at Elland Road over the last two campaigns under Bielsa - after a failed stint Middlesbrough following his arrival at City from New York City FC.
After heartbreak in last year's chase for promotion, Leeds finally looked certain to make their long-awaited return to the Premier League before the coronavirus outbreak led to the suspension of football in England.
Harrison has contributed five goals and seven assists in 37 Championship appearances this term and has developed his game so much under the tutelage of 'El Loco' that he now believes he's ready to return to the Etihad.
“I have a lot of admiration for both managers,” the 23-year-old told the Yorkshire Evening Post.
“They both have a very good reputation around the world and I’ve been lucky enough to work with both of them, even though with Pep it was only for a short amount of time.”
Guardiola counts Bielsa as one of the key inspirations for his career after the pair spent 11 hours discussing the game in 2006 before he became a manager, with the Blues boss often labelling the Argentine as the best coach in the world.
“For the last two years working with Marcelo I’ve learnt a lot and developed different parts of my game and improved,” he said.
“Working with him has already prepared me for almost anything going forward.
“It’s an exciting opportunity if I was to go back to Man City and work again with Pep Guardiola.
“What I’ve learnt with Marcelo I can take anywhere and if it is back there, it’s another great opportunity for me.
“I’ve learnt a lot over the last two years and I can take it wherever it may take me.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-30--Coronavirus crisis to 'get worse over coming weeks' before decline

The coronavirus crisis in the UK will 'get worse over the next couple of weeks ' before cases then start to decrease , according to the Government 's chief scientific adviser .
Sir Patrick Vallance said today that the number of coronavirus cases will grow for up to three weeks 'because there 's a lag phase ' .
After that point , he expects cases to begin to stagnate before the UK experiences a decrease .
At a press conference delivered alongside Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab and Public Health England 's medical director Dr Yvonne Doyle , the chief scientific @ @ @ @ @ @ @ does not suggest that the UK is experiencing an acceleration of cases .
He added that 'we 're tracking roughly along the same path as France ' in terms of deaths from COVID-19 .
However , Sir Patrick said that it was 'premature to put an absolute time [ limit ] on how long this goes on for ' .
Making a presentation on the latest data , he said the number of people being admitted to hospital with coronavirus is going up in a 'constant amount ' .
He said : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are making a difference , they are decreasing the contact which is so important to spread the disease and we ’ re doing a good job at cutting that down .
`` What you can see is there ’ s been an increase in the number of cases since the middle of March through to today . ''
He said measures such as social distancing and the stay at home message `` will be reducing the number of cases of transmission in the community and decreasing the number of cases overall '' .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ turn , to decrease the number of people needing admission to hospital.
” He added : “ This graph shows the total number of people admitted to hospital since the middle of March which is now 8,000 people with coronavirus – that ’ s gone up pretty much the same amount each day for the last few days .
“ That shows that it ’ s going up not in an increasing amount but in a constant amount which may suggest that we ’ re already beginning to see some effect through.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the number of UK cases and said that the NHS seeing an additional 1,000 patients a day with coronavirus-related admissions was 'not an acceleration ' .
Slightly under half of the cases are in London .
He said : “ To answer the question about numbers , 6,000 to 9,000 , roughly a 1,000-a-day going up in that measure – that ’ s not an acceleration .
That ’ s quite important .
“ It tells you that actually this is a bit more stable than it has been .
“ I do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ expect people coming every day to be about that , it may go up a little bit .
“ And in two or three weeks you would expect that to stabilise and to start to go down a bit .
Drop a heart on our special map of gratitude to show your support for our NHS heroes https : //www.thanksamillionnhs.co.uk/ “ That is not a rapid acceleration number .
It is an important number , it is a difficult number to deal with and it is a number that NHS staff are clearly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are doing at the moment.
” Sir Patrick also said the public were doing a 'good job ' of cutting down public transport use which should 'reduce the number of cases ' .
As of 5pm on 29 March , of those hospitalised in the UK , 1,408 have died .
The Department of Health added that , as of 9am on Monday , 22,141 coronavirus tests have come back positive , while 112,805 have been negative .
In England , the number of people who have died after contracting coronavirus is now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ NHS England said .
The patients were aged between 32 and 98 years old and all but four , aged between 56 and 87 years old , had underlying health conditions .

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The coronavirus crisis in the UK will 'get worse over the next couple of weeks' before cases then start to decrease, according to the Government's chief scientific adviser.
Sir Patrick Vallance said today that the number of coronavirus cases will grow for up to three weeks 'because there's a lag phase'.
After that point, he expects cases to begin to stagnate before the UK experiences a decrease.
At a press conference delivered alongside Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab and Public Health England's medical director Dr Yvonne Doyle, the chief scientific adviser said at the moment, data does not suggest that the UK is experiencing an acceleration of cases.
He added that 'we're tracking roughly along the same path as France' in terms of deaths from COVID-19.
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However, Sir Patrick said that it was 'premature to put an absolute time [limit] on how long this goes on for'.
Making a presentation on the latest data, he said the number of people being admitted to hospital with coronavirus is going up in a 'constant amount'.
He said: “The measures are in place, they are making a difference, they are decreasing the contact which is so important to spread the disease and we’re doing a good job at cutting that down.
"What you can see is there’s been an increase in the number of cases since the middle of March through to today."
He said measures such as social distancing and the stay at home message "will be reducing the number of cases of transmission in the community and decreasing the number of cases overall".
“We would expect this, in turn, to decrease the number of people needing admission to hospital.”
He added: “This graph shows the total number of people admitted to hospital since the middle of March which is now 8,000 people with coronavirus – that’s gone up pretty much the same amount each day for the last few days.
“That shows that it’s going up not in an increasing amount but in a constant amount which may suggest that we’re already beginning to see some effect through.”
He also showed a graph to demonstrate the number of UK cases and said that the NHS seeing an additional 1,000 patients a day with coronavirus-related admissions was 'not an acceleration'.
Slightly under half of the cases are in London.
He said: “To answer the question about numbers, 6,000 to 9,000, roughly a 1,000-a-day going up in that measure – that’s not an acceleration. That’s quite important.
“It tells you that actually this is a bit more stable than it has been.
“I do expect that number to continue. I expect people coming every day to be about that, it may go up a little bit.
“And in two or three weeks you would expect that to stabilise and to start to go down a bit.
Drop a heart on our special map of gratitude to show your support for our NHS heroes https://www.thanksamillionnhs.co.uk/
“That is not a rapid acceleration number. It is an important number, it is a difficult number to deal with and it is a number that NHS staff are clearly coping with in terms of what they are doing at the moment.”
Sir Patrick also said the public were doing a 'good job' of cutting down public transport use which should 'reduce the number of cases'.
As of 5pm on 29 March, of those hospitalised in the UK, 1,408 have died.
The Department of Health added that, as of 9am on Monday, 22,141 coronavirus tests have come back positive, while 112,805 have been negative.
In England, the number of people who have died after contracting coronavirus is now 1,284, a rise of 159, NHS England said.
The patients were aged between 32 and 98 years old and all but four, aged between 56 and 87 years old, had underlying health conditions.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-30--These are the emergency coronavirus parcels being delivered to the vulnerable

Food parcels sent by the government to help the most vulnerable get through the coronavirus crisis have been met with dismay .
The packages are for people with serious health conditions - such as cystic fibrosis , severe asthma or leukaemia - who are most at risk from the virus and can not leave their homes .
But while those being ‘ shielded ’ in other parts of the country , received pasta , fruit and ready meals boxes that arrived in Rochdale contained only tea bags , cordial , solitary apples , chocolate bars and dry noodles .
To @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - despite there being 129 people in the borough who had requested an emergency parcel .
Since realising the parcels sent to Rochdale were not of the quality as those received elsewhere , the council has begun adding extra items , including bread , milk and tinned meat and fruit to improve them .
Shielded residents are also being asked if they need any extra help or support .
Council leader Allen Brett has now called on the government to improve the standard of the packages being sent to the borough .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this is an unprecedented situation but the parcels that have been provided were not of the quality we were expecting .
“ Thankfully our council officers are able to source food locally and add them to the packs to ensure that those receiving them have a better choice of items.
” He continued : “ It ’ s not clear to me why people in some parts of the country are getting pre-prepared meals and our citizens are getting tea bags , biscuits and cordial .
We were also 83 parcels short so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ourselves , which we are doing .
“ The people receiving these parcels are likely to be alone and quite possibly afraid so there must be a greater effort to provide them with everything they need to get through this .
“ We are doing all that we can ; I expect the government to do the same.
” The improved parcels will be issued by council staff who are working round-the-clock to protect the most vulnerable , many of whom have no family or friends to help them .
Four hubs have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the borough - Rochdale , Middleton , Heywood and the Pennines ( Littleborough ) - to organise the distribution of emergency food parcels and essential items so people are not left to fend for themselves .
Anyone who needs support can also call the dedicated helpline on 01706 923685 .
Further information about the support available from the council and details of changes to its services can be found at .rochdale.gov.uk/coronavirus

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Food parcels sent by the government to help the most vulnerable get through the coronavirus crisis have been met with dismay.
The packages are for people with serious health conditions - such as cystic fibrosis, severe asthma or leukaemia - who are most at risk from the virus and cannot leave their homes.
But while those being ‘shielded’ in other parts of the country, received pasta, fruit and ready meals boxes that arrived in Rochdale contained only tea bags, cordial, solitary apples, chocolate bars and dry noodles.
To compound matters, only 44 were delivered - despite there being 129 people in the borough who had requested an emergency parcel.
Since realising the parcels sent to Rochdale were not of the quality as those received elsewhere, the council has begun adding extra items, including bread, milk and tinned meat and fruit to improve them.
Shielded residents are also being asked if they need any extra help or support.
Council leader Allen Brett has now called on the government to improve the standard of the packages being sent to the borough.
He said: “ “Everyone appreciates that this is an unprecedented situation but the parcels that have been provided were not of the quality we were expecting.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
“Thankfully our council officers are able to source food locally and add them to the packs to ensure that those receiving them have a better choice of items.”
He continued: “It’s not clear to me why people in some parts of the country are getting pre-prepared meals and our citizens are getting tea bags, biscuits and cordial. We were also 83 parcels short so we’ve had to create those ourselves, which we are doing.
“The people receiving these parcels are likely to be alone and quite possibly afraid so there must be a greater effort to provide them with everything they need to get through this.
(Image: STEVE ALLEN)
“We are doing all that we can; I expect the government to do the same.”
The improved parcels will be issued by council staff who are working round-the-clock to protect the most vulnerable, many of whom have no family or friends to help them.
Four hubs have also been set up in each part of the borough - Rochdale, Middleton, Heywood and the Pennines (Littleborough) - to organise the distribution of emergency food parcels and essential items so people are not left to fend for themselves.
Anyone who needs support can also call the dedicated helpline on 01706 923685.
Further information about the support available from the council and details of changes to its services can be found at .rochdale.gov.uk/coronavirus


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-30--Government announces new £75m plan to fly home thousands of stranded Brits

New £75m plans to fly home stranded Britons abroad have been revealed in today 's daily press briefing on coronavirus .
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said the government has formed an arrangement with commercial airlines to rescue the tens of thousands of UK nationals .
Partner airlines will include British Airways , Virgin , easyJet , Jet2 , and Titan , but Mr Raab advised this list could be expanded .
Speaking from Downing Street , he said : “ I can today announce a new arrangement between the Government and airlines to fly home tens of thousands of stranded @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no longer possible .
“ Under the arrangements that we are putting in place we will target flights from a range of priority countries , starting this week.
” Mr Raab explained that the government would provide the “ necessary financial support for special charter flights to bring UK nationals back home ” .
“ Once special charter flights have been arranged , we will promote them through the Government ’ s travel advice and by the British embassy or High Commission in the relevant country , '' he said .
“ British @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flights will book and pay directly through a dedicated travel management company .
“ We have designated £75 million to support those flights and the airlines in order to keep the costs down and affordable for those seeking to return to the UK.
” He warned that priority would be given to the most vulnerable – including the elderly or those with pressing medical needs – and also to countries where there are large numbers of British tourists trying to return to the UK .
And in locations where commercial routes remain an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be responsible for getting passengers home .
He warned travellers to book their tickets home as soon as possible and to not wait .
“ That means offering alternative flights at little to no cost where routes have been cancelled , and it means allowing passengers to change tickets – including between carriers .
“ So for those still in those countries where commercial options are still available : don ’ t wait .
Drop a heart on our special map of gratitude to show your support for our NHS heroes https : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ risk of getting stranded .
The airlines are standing by to help you – please book your tickets as soon as possible.
” Mr Raab said around 150,000 British nationals had been helped back from Spain , while 8,500 were brought back from Morocco and 5,000 from Cyprus .
He added there had been a record demand on the Foreign Office ’ s helplines - with 15,000 calls in one day last Tuesday - but confirmed staffing had been tripled to help cope .

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New £75m plans to fly home stranded Britons abroad have been revealed in today's daily press briefing on coronavirus.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said the government has formed an arrangement with commercial airlines to rescue the tens of thousands of UK nationals.
Partner airlines will include British Airways, Virgin, easyJet, Jet2, and Titan, but Mr Raab advised this list could be expanded.
Speaking from Downing Street, he said: “I can today announce a new arrangement between the Government and airlines to fly home tens of thousands of stranded British travellers, where commercial flights are no longer possible.
(Image: PA)
“Under the arrangements that we are putting in place we will target flights from a range of priority countries, starting this week.”
Mr Raab explained that the government would provide the “necessary financial support for special charter flights to bring UK nationals back home”.
“Once special charter flights have been arranged, we will promote them through the Government’s travel advice and by the British embassy or High Commission in the relevant country," he said.
“British travellers who want a seat on those flights will book and pay directly through a dedicated travel management company.
“We have designated £75 million to support those flights and the airlines in order to keep the costs down and affordable for those seeking to return to the UK.”
He warned that priority would be given to the most vulnerable – including the elderly or those with pressing medical needs – and also to countries where there are large numbers of British tourists trying to return to the UK.
And in locations where commercial routes remain an option, Mr Raab said airlines would be responsible for getting passengers home.
He warned travellers to book their tickets home as soon as possible and to not wait.
“That means offering alternative flights at little to no cost where routes have been cancelled, and it means allowing passengers to change tickets – including between carriers.
“So for those still in those countries where commercial options are still available: don’t wait.
Drop a heart on our special map of gratitude to show your support for our NHS heroes https://www.thanksamillionnhs.co.uk/
"Don’t run the risk of getting stranded. The airlines are standing by to help you – please book your tickets as soon as possible.”
Mr Raab said around 150,000 British nationals had been helped back from Spain, while 8,500 were brought back from Morocco and 5,000 from Cyprus.
He added there had been a record demand on the Foreign Office’s helplines - with 15,000 calls in one day last Tuesday - but confirmed staffing had been tripled to help cope.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-30--There are hundreds of jobs available in Greater Manchester to support the coronavirus response - her

There are hundreds of jobs available in Greater Manchester to support the coronavirus response - here's how you can apply

The outbreak of coronavirus has left many people in a precarious position , suddenly without work and wondering how they will keep money coming in .
However new roles are also being created as the region 's response to the virus kicks in .
As some businesses close their doors , others - and the public sector - are stepping up recruitment to meet the need for essential goods and services during the pandemic .
Manchester council has gathered together many of these opportunities in its latest bulletin , including delivery , cleaning and store assistant jobs at the major @ @ @ @ @ @ @ social care right across Greater Manchester .
Here are some of the key recruitment drives currently taking place , with details of how to apply .
The Manchester-based organisation has thousands of in-store jobs set aside for people who have lost their jobs in the hospitality industry .
Co-Op has simplified the application process so that people can walk into a shop and enquire with a view to starting in a few days .
Or for more information , see here .
Like Co-Op , Morrisons has made it simple to apply for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by simply walking into a store with your work documents .
There are roles available in shops right across Greater Manchester , starting within a few days of application .
For more information or to apply online , see here .
Tesco : range of roles with immediate starts The supermarket giant has jobs going right across Greater Manchester , with immediate starts .
Applications can be made online here .
There are lots of opportunities available at Sainsbury ’ s .
Applicants are encouraged to visit their local store or ask people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there about vacancies .
Sainsbury ’ s also says it will aim to support any employer with staff in need of redeployment due to closure or unpaid leave .
Firms in that position should see here and fill out the form , which they aim to respond to within one business day .
Asda have both day and night shifts available for shop assistants in Wythenshawe .
Applications can be made online here .
The budget retailer has jobs with minimum four-week contracts available .
For more information see here .
Greater Manchester-based @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its Trafford and Salford plants .
The roles are 12-hour shifts based on two days and two nights , involving manual handling .
Applications can be made online here .
The household store is looking for temporary staff to help them get through what is an extremely busy period .
Anyone interested should take their CV into their local store .
They are also looking for temporary workers to cover staff sickness .
See here for more information and how to apply .
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust , which runs several of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ including the Royal Infirmary and Wythenshawe , are recruiting a nursing assistant .
More information can be found here , including an outline of the role , training and development opportunities through apprenticeships and other vacancies .
The telecoms provider is seeking 500 new call handlers nationally , including in Manchester .
For more information and to apply , see here .
The pizza chain has various roles going , both in-store and out on the road for people who have their own vehicle..
There are vacancies right across Greater Manchester on day @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Find out more here .
Lorry drivers are sought in Manchester , Wigan , Warrington and surrounding areas .
For more information visit here or phone the Bury branch on 0161 667 9880 .
This agency has nationwide short-term , flexible supermarket roles available with immediate starts .
It says it has hours available across seven days to suit all needs , including students and those juggling home schooling , which can be ‘ completely tailored to childcare ’ .
Applicants will ideally have previous retail experience and will need a smart device @ @ @ @ @ @ @ upload picture or data .
Wage : £8.21 an hour , rising to £8.72 from April 1 .
There are also opportunities to convert to a permanent contract .
Brothers of Charity Service : support workers in Bury and Stockport The charity is looking for staff with excellent communication skills from a range of employment backgrounds to help people with learning disabilities in their own homes .
Full training is provided , no experience is required and flexible working , healthcare and a pension scheme are all available .
If you are interested @ @ @ @ @ @ @ send your CV to jobs @ brothersofcharity.org.uk or alternatively call 0300 123 2225 .
It is seeking caring staff to provide vital help for people with a learning disability .
Short and longer term contracts are available .
For more information and to apply see here .
Councils , agencies and public sector bodies across Greater Manchester are also recruiting .
A dedicated site has been set up to advertise caring roles and key worker positions in each of the boroughs , which promises fast-racked recruitment and work to start as soon as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ phone or Skype .
There are flexible shifts available in a variety of casual roles , including care assistants and home support workers .
See here for more information about opportunities by local authority area .

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The outbreak of coronavirus has left many people in a precarious position, suddenly without work and wondering how they will keep money coming in.
However new roles are also being created as the region's response to the virus kicks in.
As some businesses close their doors, others - and the public sector - are stepping up recruitment to meet the need for essential goods and services during the pandemic.
Manchester council has gathered together many of these opportunities in its latest bulletin, including delivery, cleaning and store assistant jobs at the major supermarkets and key worker roles such as social care right across Greater Manchester.
Here are some of the key recruitment drives currently taking place, with details of how to apply.
Co-Op: 5,000 roles for former hospitality workers
The Manchester-based organisation has thousands of in-store jobs set aside for people who have lost their jobs in the hospitality industry.
Co-Op has simplified the application process so that people can walk into a shop and enquire with a view to starting in a few days.
Or for more information, see here.
Morrisons: temporary shop assistants, pickers, drivers
Like Co-Op, Morrisons has made it simple to apply for one of their current temporary roles, by simply walking into a store with your work documents.
There are roles available in shops right across Greater Manchester, starting within a few days of application.
For more information or to apply online, see here.
(Image: Tim Clarke)
Tesco: range of roles with immediate starts
The supermarket giant has jobs going right across Greater Manchester, with immediate starts.
Roles include store assistants, delivery drivers, pickers and distribution, including at OneStop branches.
Applications can be made online here.
Sainsbury’s: range of permanent positions
There are lots of opportunities available at Sainsbury’s.
Applicants are encouraged to visit their local store or ask people they may know who are already working there about vacancies.
Sainsbury’s also says it will aim to support any employer with staff in need of redeployment due to closure or unpaid leave.
Firms in that position should see here and fill out the form, which they aim to respond to within one business day.
Asda: Wythenshawe store assistants
Asda have both day and night shifts available for shop assistants in Wythenshawe.
Applications can be made online here.
(Image: Getty Images)
Lidl: in-store and warehouse jobs
The budget retailer has jobs with minimum four-week contracts available.
Opportunities include both shop and warehousing work.
For more information see here.
Kellogg’s: technical operators
Greater Manchester-based Kellogg’s has jobs going in its Trafford and Salford plants.
The roles are 12-hour shifts based on two days and two nights, involving manual handling.
Applications can be made online here.
B&Ms: temporary roles
The household store is looking for temporary staff to help them get through what is an extremely busy period.
Anyone interested should take their CV into their local store.
Hermes: delivery workers
Increased demand means the delivery firm is recruiting.
They are also looking for temporary workers to cover staff sickness.
See here for more information and how to apply.
NHS: Nursing assistant, Manchester
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, which runs several of the city’s biggest hospitals, including the Royal Infirmary and Wythenshawe, are recruiting a nursing assistant.
More information can be found here, including an outline of the role, training and development opportunities through apprenticeships and other vacancies.
Virgin Media: Call centre staff, Manchester
The telecoms provider is seeking 500 new call handlers nationally, including in Manchester.
For more information and to apply, see here.
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Domino’s: store staff and delivery drivers
The pizza chain has various roles going, both in-store and out on the road for people who have their own vehicle..
There are vacancies right across Greater Manchester on day, evening and night shift patterns.
Find out more here.
ADR Network: HGV drivers
Lorry drivers are sought in Manchester, Wigan, Warrington and surrounding areas.
For more information visit here or phone the Bury branch on 0161 667 9880.
eXPD8: Flexible supermarket work
This agency has nationwide short-term, flexible supermarket roles available with immediate starts.
It says it has hours available across seven days to suit all needs, including students and those juggling home schooling, which can be ‘completely tailored to childcare’.
Applicants will ideally have previous retail experience and will need a smart device to be able to receive briefs and upload picture or data.
Wage: £8.21 an hour, rising to £8.72 from April 1.
There are also opportunities to convert to a permanent contract.
Apply here.
Brothers of Charity Service: support workers in Bury and Stockport
The charity is looking for staff with excellent communication skills from a range of employment backgrounds to help people with learning disabilities in their own homes.
Full training is provided, no experience is required and flexible working, healthcare and a pension scheme are all available.
If you are interested in pursuing an opportunity with us please send your CV to jobs@brothersofcharity.org.uk or alternatively call 0300 123 2225.
Mencap: support workers
National charity Mencap is urgently recruiting support workers nationwide.
It is seeking caring staff to provide vital help for people with a learning disability.
Short and longer term contracts are available.
For more information and to apply see here.
Local authorities: care workers
Councils, agencies and public sector bodies across Greater Manchester are also recruiting.
A dedicated site has been set up to advertise caring roles and key worker positions in each of the boroughs, which promises fast-racked recruitment and work to start as soon as possible.
Interviews will be done over phone or Skype.
There are flexible shifts available in a variety of casual roles, including care assistants and home support workers.
See here for more information about opportunities by local authority area.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-30--Manchester City news and transfers RECAP

Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has dismissed reports suggesting his club could offer defender David Alaba to Manchester City as @ @ @ @ @ to sign Leroy Sane , labelling the claim as a 'fairy tale . '
Sane @ @ @ @ @ this season due to a serious knee ligament injury he suffered in the Community Shield @ @ @ @ @ , but that has n't deterred Bayern 's interest in bringing him home to Germany @ @ @ @ @ City 's ire in the summer with their persistent public pursuit of the winger , @ @ @ @ @ high-profile club officials discussing the City star , as they sought to replace departing legends @ @ @ @ @ .
So much so that then-manager Niko Kovac was forced to apologise after saying he @ @ @ @ @ would get done and the club had to deny rumours the move was completed on @ @ @ @ @ Recap all the latest City news below .

Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has dismissed reports suggesting his club could offer defender David Alaba to Manchester City as a make-weight in a deal to sign Leroy Sane, labelling the claim as a 'fairy tale.'
Sane hasn't kicked a ball this season due to a serious knee ligament injury he suffered in the Community Shield victory against Liverpool in August, but that hasn't deterred Bayern's interest in bringing him home to Germany.
The Bundesliga champions drew City's ire in the summer with their persistent public pursuit of the winger, with several star players and high-profile club officials discussing the City star, as they sought to replace departing legends Arjen Robben and Frank Ribery.
So much so that then-manager Niko Kovac was forced to apologise after saying he was 'confident' the deal would get done and the club had to deny rumours the move was completed on their own Twitter account.
Recap all the latest City news below.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-30--Manchester United news and transfers RECAP

Manchester United striker Odion Ighalo has been backed to join the Reds on a permanent transfer .
Former Arsenal star Paul Merson thinks the Nigerian has been outstanding .
`` When Odion Ighalo arrived at Manchester United in January , I did n't really want to get involved in any conversations about him because , either way , there was a danger of being made to look silly .
`` If you said he was going to be awful he could embarrass you badly by performing like he did during that brilliant year he had with Watford or if you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ good signing , he could still be the player who put in some awful showings just before he left Watford .
`` I did n't want to get involved in that because it was a no-win situation .
However , what I can say now is that he 's been absolutely outstanding since he arrived at Old Trafford .
`` I know he has n't played a lot of football but when he 's come off the bench and when he has got some game time , he 's looked class .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have to make regarding his future because if you give him a contract , can he perform again that next season ?
`` When you go to a club on loan you 've got that hunger of wanting to secure a permanent move , prove everybody inside the club right and everybody outside the club wrong .
All of a sudden , you give someone a contract and they think they 've done all the hard work .
`` You 've only got to look at his time at Watford .
He looked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could n't score a goal for toffee .
But if you are going on the form he 's showed since coming to the club in January it 's going to be hard to get rid of him .
`` And do n't worry about the new mega money offers in China .
He 's said all the right things since joining Manchester United .
He 's turned around enough times and said he 's dreamed of playing for United so if they do offer him a permanent deal , I ca n't see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's gone right for him so far and if United do offer him a chance to stay , I 'd be shocked if he walked away . ''

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Manchester United striker Odion Ighalo has been backed to join the Reds on a permanent transfer.
Former Arsenal star Paul Merson thinks the Nigerian has been outstanding.
He told Sky Sports:
"When Odion Ighalo arrived at Manchester United in January, I didn't really want to get involved in any conversations about him because, either way, there was a danger of being made to look silly.
"If you said he was going to be awful he could embarrass you badly by performing like he did during that brilliant year he had with Watford or if you said he was going to be a good signing, he could still be the player who put in some awful showings just before he left Watford.
"I didn't want to get involved in that because it was a no-win situation. However, what I can say now is that he's been absolutely outstanding since he arrived at Old Trafford.
"I know he hasn't played a lot of football but when he's come off the bench and when he has got some game time, he's looked class.
"It's a hard decision Manchester United have to make regarding his future because if you give him a contract, can he perform again that next season?
"When you go to a club on loan you've got that hunger of wanting to secure a permanent move, prove everybody inside the club right and everybody outside the club wrong. All of a sudden, you give someone a contract and they think they've done all the hard work.
"You've only got to look at his time at Watford. He looked a world-beater but then next minute he couldn't score a goal for toffee. But if you are going on the form he's showed since coming to the club in January it's going to be hard to get rid of him.
"And don't worry about the new mega money offers in China. He's said all the right things since joining Manchester United. He's turned around enough times and said he's dreamed of playing for United so if they do offer him a permanent deal, I can't see him turning it down.
"Everything's gone right for him so far and if United do offer him a chance to stay, I'd be shocked if he walked away."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-30--Police appeal to find wanted man, 52, in connection with Wigan robbery

Police are searching for a wanted man in connection with a robbery in which a victim 's throat was slashed in Wigan .
Gary Gage , 52 , is also wanted for breaching the terms of his bail conditions , a spokesman for GMP said .
Gage is known to have links to the Denton , Eccles and Wigan areas of Greater Manchester .
At around 11.15am on June 10 , 2019 , a 52-year-old man reportedly approached a woman in Wigan town centre armed with a knife .
The man stole her handbag and assaulted another member of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cut to the throat , before fleeing the scene , a spokesman for GMP said .
In a statement , Greater Manchester Police said : `` Police are appealing for the public ’ s help to trace a wanted man from Wigan .
`` Gary Gage ( 19/11/1967 ) is wanted for breaching the terms of his bail conditions .
He is also wanted in connection with a robbery , section 18 assault and burglary that occurred in June 2019 .
`` At around 11.15am on Monday 10 June 2019 , a 52-year-old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Centre armed with a knife and stole her handbag .
As he fled the scene the man assaulted a member of the public leaving the victim with a cut to the throat . ''
Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts should contact police on 0161 856 7953 Information can also be passed to the independent charity Crimestoppers , anonymously , on 0800 555 111 .

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Police are searching for a wanted man in connection with a robbery in which a victim's throat was slashed in Wigan.
Gary Gage, 52, is also wanted for breaching the terms of his bail conditions, a spokesman for GMP said.
Gage is known to have links to the Denton, Eccles and Wigan areas of Greater Manchester.
At around 11.15am on June 10, 2019, a 52-year-old man reportedly approached a woman in Wigan town centre armed with a knife.
The man stole her handbag and assaulted another member of the public, leaving the victim with a cut to the throat, before fleeing the scene, a spokesman for GMP said.
In a statement, Greater Manchester Police said: "Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a wanted man from Wigan.
"Gary Gage (19/11/1967) is wanted for breaching the terms of his bail conditions. He is also wanted in connection with a robbery, section 18 assault and burglary that occurred in June 2019.
"At around 11.15am on Monday 10 June 2019, a 52-year-old man approached a woman in Wigan Town Centre armed with a knife and stole her handbag. As he fled the scene the man assaulted a member of the public leaving the victim with a cut to the throat."
Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts should contact police on 0161 856 7953
Information can also be passed to the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-30--Manchester Arena Inquiry delayed due to coronavirus

The public inquiry into the Manchester Arena bombing has been delayed due to coronavirus .
The chairman of the inquiry made the decision as gatherings of large numbers are unlikely to be permitted by the June 15 start date .
It has been pushed back to a provisional date of September 7 .
This date will be kept under review .
The public inquiry will examine the background to the attack , as well as the emergency response .
The Chairman of the Manchester Arena Inquiry , Sir John Saunders , outlined his reason for the postponement in a statement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ appears to be certain about the progress of the virus , it is likely that gatherings of large numbers of people in close proximity will not be permitted by June 2020 as it would cause a significant risk to health .
`` The only way that the hearings could be conducted then would be by video link .
There is considerable opposition to that approach as it would limit the active participation in particular of the bereaved families , who wish to have the ability to attend in person if they wish to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Abedi , 22 , killed 22 people when he detonated a bomb in the foyer area of Manchester Arena on May 22 , 2017 following an Ariana Grande concert .
His brother Hashem Abedi was found guilty of 22 counts of murder ; one count of attempted murder concerning those who were injured but survived the blast ; and conspiring with his brother to cause an explosion earlier this month .
A hearing to deal with the single issue of whether some of the survivors of the Arena attack should be designated as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
That will be held via videolink on April 7 .
The videolink will be available to watch here .

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The public inquiry into the Manchester Arena bombing has been delayed due to coronavirus.
The chairman of the inquiry made the decision as gatherings of large numbers are unlikely to be permitted by the June 15 start date.
It has been pushed back to a provisional date of September 7.
This date will be kept under review.
The public inquiry will examine the background to the attack, as well as the emergency response.
The Chairman of the Manchester Arena Inquiry, Sir John Saunders, outlined his reason for the postponement in a statement.
He said: "While nothing appears to be certain about the progress of the virus, it is likely that gatherings of large numbers of people in close proximity will not be permitted by June 2020 as it would cause a significant risk to health.
"The only way that the hearings could be conducted then would be by video link. There is considerable opposition to that approach as it would limit the active participation in particular of the bereaved families, who wish to have the ability to attend in person if they wish to do so."
Suicide bomber Salman Abedi, 22, killed 22 people when he detonated a bomb in the foyer area of Manchester Arena on May 22, 2017 following an Ariana Grande concert.
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His brother Hashem Abedi was found guilty of 22 counts of murder; one count of attempted murder concerning those who were injured but survived the blast; and conspiring with his brother to cause an explosion earlier this month.
A hearing to deal with the single issue of whether some of the survivors of the Arena attack should be designated as Core Participants will go ahead next month.
That will be held via videolink on April 7.
The videolink will be available to watch here.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-31--Two children beat coronavirus blues by making friends over the fence

Two little children have formed an adorable friendship over a fence as coronavirus isolation continues .
Heidi Louka , 4 , and Jack Featherston , live two doors down from each other but had never met before .
The pair of little ones , who live in Westhoughton , have had to stop going to their baby groups and nurseries because of the coronavirus .
Instead , they have been playing alone at home , missing special time playing with their friends and grandparents .
But as the sun came out last week , an unexpected friendship flourished between the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other playing with their families in their front gardens and leapt at the chance to chat to each other over their garden fences .
Jack 's dad David told the M.E.N : `` The weather was unusually nice and we were playing outside with Jack .
Heidi was playing outside with her parents .
`` They spotted each other and they probably spent half an hour standing on chairs chatting over the fence . ''
Mr Featherston , a photographer , ran inside and grabbed his camera to mark the special moment .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ their favourite toys , ice cream , Heidi 's baby brother .
They were hiding and popping up over the fence .
`` They really wanted to play together but we had to say 'Heidi is in her castle and you are in your castle . '
'' The pair even exchanged tips on how to stay safe as the coronavirus outbreak continues .
Mr Featherston said : `` Heidi went inside to get this bottle of pink hand sanitiser that her mum had bought for her .
She was telling Jack to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' The families made plans on the spot for Jack and Heidi 's next play date .
Heidi 's mum Ruth said : `` They just saw each other and seemed to have no filter .
They started shouting at each other through the fence .
`` The parents were texting each other so they could meet the next day as well .
The kids themselves have also made big plans for when they finally get to play together properly .
Mr Featherston added : `` Jack and Heidi talked about what they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ play together which was to have ice cream and pudding . ''
For the two children , the new-found friendship could not have come at a better time as they have had to get used to not seeing their friends and family .
Mr Featherston said : `` Jack usually goes to baby groups which he 's obviously not attending those at the moment so he is short of friends to play with .
`` He ca n't see his grandma and we have been having to explain the he ca n't see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and children alike , Heidi and Jack 's friendship has brought the neighbourhood closer .
Ms Louka said : `` We have been living here for around a year and I have never really spoken to the neighbours , it 's so nice that people are coming out of their houses and speaking to each other . ''

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Two little children have formed an adorable friendship over a fence as coronavirus isolation continues.
Heidi Burns, 4, and Jack Featherston, live two doors down from each other but had never met before.
The pair of little ones, who live in Westhoughton, have had to stop going to their baby groups and nurseries because of the coronavirus.
Instead, they have been playing alone at home, missing special time playing with their friends and grandparents.
But as the sun came out last week, an unexpected friendship flourished between the two children.
The pair spied each other playing with their families in their front gardens and leapt at the chance to chat to each other over their garden fences.
Jack's dad David told the M.E.N: "The weather was unusually nice and we were playing outside with Jack. Heidi was playing outside with her parents.
"They spotted each other and they probably spent half an hour standing on chairs chatting over the fence."
(Image: David Featherston)
Mr Featherston, a photographer, ran inside and grabbed his camera to mark the special moment.
He said: "They talked about their favourite toys, ice cream, Heidi's baby brother. They were hiding and popping up over the fence.
"They really wanted to play together but we had to say 'Heidi is in her castle and you are in your castle.'"
The pair even exchanged tips on how to stay safe as the coronavirus outbreak continues.
Mr Featherston said: "Heidi went inside to get this bottle of pink hand sanitiser that her mum had bought for her. She was telling Jack to make sure he washed his hands."
The families made plans on the spot for Jack and Heidi's next play date.
Heidi's mum Ruth said: "They just saw each other and seemed to have no filter. They started shouting at each other through the fence.
"The parents were texting each other so they could meet the next day as well.
(Image: David Featherston)
The kids themselves have also made big plans for when they finally get to play together properly.
Mr Featherston added: "Jack and Heidi talked about what they wanted to do when they could actually play together which was to have ice cream and pudding."
For the two children, the new-found friendship could not have come at a better time as they have had to get used to not seeing their friends and family.
Mr Featherston said: "Jack usually goes to baby groups which he's obviously not attending those at the moment so he is short of friends to play with.
"He can't see his grandma and we have been having to explain the he can't see her."
But, for parents and children alike, Heidi and Jack's friendship has brought the neighbourhood closer.
Ms Louka said: "We have been living here for around a year and I have never really spoken to the neighbours, it's so nice that people are coming out of their houses and speaking to each other."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-31--Sally Dynevor on coronavirus: ‘We will come out of this better people’

Sally Dynevor is known for her upbeat , positive attitude - and today was no different as she opened up about how she believes the country will pull together during and after coronavirus .
The Coronation Street star , who is self isolating at home with her family , spoke today on Good Morning Britain ’ s extended hour featuring Lorraine Kelly .
Sally and her family have been posting videos on social media to entertain her followers as Brits come to terms with the restrictions on their lives put in place to help prevent the virus from spreading .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ we are going to come out of this as better people .
We are never going to take the NHS for granted any more , it is so important .
“ And I think we will be looking out for each other and thinking about each other .
“ We have got off this wheel , we have now stopped and we have got time to think about what we do and how we do things .
Hopefully we will come back and do things a little better .
“ Every family will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ say , actually that was a really good bonding time and - hopefully , in some ways - we might never get this time again .
“ Just appreciate it really and do everything that the NHS wants us to do - stay at home and look after each other.
” The actress , who plays soap favourite Sally Metcalfe , also confirmed that no one from the ITV soap has coronavirus , and revealed how the cast is keeping in touch while Britain is in lockdown .
The ITV soap announced it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the COVID-19 pandemic .
Show bosses recently announced that Corrie is being reduced to single episodes on Monday , Wednesday and Fridays , as of yesterday .
“ Not among the cast or crew I don ’ t think yet , ” Sally told Lorraine .
“ We ’ re in a girls WhatsApp group which is really good .
We all tell each other what we ’ re up to and what to watch and what exercise things to do , it ’ s good fun and it ’ s really nice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ watched the street the other night and I really miss everybody .
I am so used to going into work and seeing everyone .
It ’ s strange .
”

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Sally Dynevor is known for her upbeat, positive attitude - and today was no different as she opened up about how she believes the country will pull together during and after coronavirus.
The Coronation Street star, who is self isolating at home with her family, spoke today on Good Morning Britain’s extended hour featuring Lorraine Kelly.
Sally and her family have been posting videos on social media to entertain her followers as Brits come to terms with the restrictions on their lives put in place to help prevent the virus from spreading.
She said: “I really believe we are going to come out of this as better people. We are never going to take the NHS for granted any more, it is so important.
“And I think we will be looking out for each other and thinking about each other.
(Image: ITV)
“We have got off this wheel, we have now stopped and we have got time to think about what we do and how we do things. Hopefully we will come back and do things a little better.
“Every family will probably look back on this time and say, actually that was a really good bonding time and - hopefully, in some ways - we might never get this time again.
“Just appreciate it really and do everything that the NHS wants us to do - stay at home and look after each other.”
(Image: ITV)
The actress, who plays soap favourite Sally Metcalfe, also confirmed that no one from the ITV soap has coronavirus, and revealed how the cast is keeping in touch while Britain is in lockdown.
The ITV soap announced it had suspended filming in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Show bosses recently announced that Corrie is being reduced to single episodes on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, as of yesterday.
“Not among the cast or crew I don’t think yet,” Sally told Lorraine.
“We’re in a girls WhatsApp group which is really good. We all tell each other what we’re up to and what to watch and what exercise things to do, it’s good fun and it’s really nice to keep in touch.
“I watched the street the other night and I really miss everybody. I am so used to going into work and seeing everyone. It’s strange.”
Good Morning Britain airs weekdays from 6am on ITV.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-31--Car parking charges scrapped in Stockport amid coronavirus crisis

Car parking charges have been scrapped across Stockport amid the coronavirus crisis .
Nobody will have to pay to use council-controlled car parks - or on-street parking - for at least the next three months .
It comes after NHS and other key workers appealed for charging to be relaxed in line with other areas , while contractors such as NCP pulled their staff from manning sites because of coronavirus .
Merseyway , the main town centre car park , has nearly 1,200 spaces but last week numbers barely reached the mid-20s due to home working and lockdown restrictions .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Stockport ' , has now moved to suspend car parking charges indefinitely - with a review pencilled in for three months down the line .
She said : “ It became apparent - particularly as the staff who empty the meters are also affected by coronavirus and their numbers have dropped considerably - that the best thing to do was to leave the car parks open and not charge people who still may have to go into the town centre or still go into work and can ’ t work at home.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our lives .
From cradle to grave , the National Health Service is a part of British life .
Today , more than ever , we should cherish those who dedicate themselves to our care as they work tirelessly to care for people in the face of the coronavirus pandemic .
So let ’ s show them some love , and create a living map of gratitude from every corner of Britain .
Click HERE to drop a heart on the map , and show you appreciate the efforts undertaken daily in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ whether key workers will remain exempt from charges for any length of time once it is possible to operate the car parks again .
Coun Bailey said it was a ‘ fast moving ’ situation that was under continual review .
She added : “ I think we are dealing with things on a day-by-day basis because things are changing very , very quickly .
“ A decision was taken to suspend charges .
What happens when they start to be reinstated I don ’ t know , but obviously that ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that time.
” All pay machines have been emptied of cash and turned off due to bosses ’ fear that pay machines could be targeted for vandalism and theft if left unattended for several weeks or longer .
There are also new signs telling people that charging has been suspended , while barriers have been locked in the open position or removed altogether .
A council report states : “ It is imperative that we avoid leaving cash in the machines for any sustained period as they will become increasingly attractive to vandalism @ @ @ @ @ @ @ acquired unlawfully from one machine , it is highly likely that other machines will be targeted in the same manner . ''
It also finds that damage caused to equipment as a result of any attempted break-in would 'far outweigh ' any potential lost income during the current climate .
A statement on the authority 's website adds : “ This is a temporary measure , proportionate to the current threat caused by the Coronavirus and will be in place for as long as required to respond to the current situation , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time , and at the end of each three month period thereafter , as necessary .
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Car parking charges have been scrapped across Stockport amid the coronavirus crisis.
Nobody will have to pay to use council-controlled car parks - or on-street parking - for at least the next three months.
It comes after NHS and other key workers appealed for charging to be relaxed in line with other areas, while contractors such as NCP pulled their staff from manning sites because of coronavirus.
Merseyway, the main town centre car park, has nearly 1,200 spaces but last week numbers barely reached the mid-20s due to home working and lockdown restrictions.
Sheila Bailey, cabinet member for sustainable Stockport', has now moved to suspend car parking charges indefinitely - with a review pencilled in for three months down the line.
She said: “It became apparent - particularly as the staff who empty the meters are also affected by coronavirus and their numbers have dropped considerably - that the best thing to do was to leave the car parks open and not charge people who still may have to go into the town centre or still go into work and can’t work at home.”
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It is not yet known whether key workers will remain exempt from charges for any length of time once it is possible to operate the car parks again.
Coun Bailey said it was a ‘fast moving’ situation that was under continual review.
She added: “I think we are dealing with things on a day-by-day basis because things are changing very, very quickly.
“A decision was taken to suspend charges. What happens when they start to be reinstated I don’t know, but obviously that’s a discussion that will take place at that time.”
All pay machines have been emptied of cash and turned off due to bosses’ fear that pay machines could be targeted for vandalism and theft if left unattended for several weeks or longer.
There are also new signs telling people that charging has been suspended, while barriers have been locked in the open position or removed altogether.
A council report states: “It is imperative that we avoid leaving cash in the machines for any sustained period as they will become increasingly attractive to vandalism and attempted theft. If money is acquired unlawfully from one machine, it is highly likely that other machines will be targeted in the same manner."
It also finds that damage caused to equipment as a result of any attempted break-in would 'far outweigh' any potential lost income during the current climate.
A statement on the authority's website adds: “This is a temporary measure, proportionate to the current threat caused by the Coronavirus and will be in place for as long as required to respond to the current situation, and will be reviewed in three months’ time, and at the end of each three month period thereafter, as necessary.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-31--What is furlough leave - all the UK guidelines and everything you need to know

The UK government revealed it would pay 80 % of wages should a business have to close due to the coronavirus outbreak .
It 's an important part of the coronavirus bill , known as the Employee Retention Scheme - a package put in place by government to help businesses keep on staff rather than resort to lay offs .
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced that government grants will cover 80 % of the salary of retained workers up to a total of £2,500 a month , which he said is just above the median income .
If you 're wondering @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you are entitled to be furloughed and how to apply , here 's everything you need to know about this part of the government 's action plan .
Furloughed workers are staff who are no longer able to go to work because their places of employment have been forced to close due to the pandemic .
With the new scheme , your employer might be still able to keep you on the payroll if they ’ re unable to operate or have no work for you to do because of coronavirus .
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ .
Any UK employer with a UK bank account will be able to claim via the scheme , but employees must have been on the employer ’ s PAYE payroll on 28 February 2020 to be eligible .
Employees can be on any type of contract , including a zero-hour contract , part time or a temporary contract .
However this scheme does not apply if you are self-employed or to any income from self-employment .
A separate help package for self employed workers has now been unveiled , and you can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
If you are working at reduced hours and pay , you will not be eligible for furlough and it will be up to your employer to pay you as normal .
Drop a heart on our special map of gratitude to show your support for our NHS heroes https : //www.thanksamillionnhs.co.uk/ Both you and your employer must agree to put you on furlough - so you will need to speak to your employer about whether they can claim .
You can not apply for the scheme yourself .
But once agreed your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been furloughed to be eligible to claim .
How much does it cover ?
Employers can ask HMRC for a grant of up to 80 % of a staff member 's wage .
However the maximum amount claimed is £2,500 a month - even if that employee usually earns more .
You ’ ll still be paid by your employer and pay taxes from your income .
But the rules stipulate you can not undertake any work for your employer while on furlough .
How long will it last for ?
Currently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to last for at least three months , with wages available to be backdated to March 1 .
However the Department for Business , Energy and Industrial Strategy has said that the scheme could be extended if needed .
What happens while you 're on furlough ?
Once you are on furlough you will not be able to work for your employer , but you can undertake training or volunteer subject to public health guidance .
However you are not allowed to be making money for your employer , or provide them with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on furlough must be in line with the latest Public Health guidance during the COVID-19 outbreak .
If your employer chooses to place you on furlough , you will need to remain on furlough for a minimum of 3 weeks .
However , they can place you on furlough more than once , and one period can follow straight after an existing furlough period , as long as the scheme is open .
Your employer can still make you redundant while you ’ re on furlough or afterwards .
What if I do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ advice says if your employer asks you to go on furlough and you refuse you may be at risk of redundancy or termination of employment , depending on the circumstances of your employer .
However , this must be in line with normal redundancy rules and protections .

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The UK government revealed it would pay 80% of wages should a business have to close due to the coronavirus outbreak.
It's an important part of the coronavirus bill, known as the Employee Retention Scheme - a package put in place by government to help businesses keep on staff rather than resort to lay offs.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced that government grants will cover 80% of the salary of retained workers up to a total of £2,500 a month, which he said is just above the median income.
If you're wondering what exactly furlough leave is, if you are entitled to be furloughed and how to apply, here's everything you need to know about this part of the government's action plan.
(Image: Getty Images)
What are furloughed workers?
Furloughed workers are staff who are no longer able to go to work because their places of employment have been forced to close due to the pandemic.
With the new scheme, your employer might be still able to keep you on the payroll if they’re unable to operate or have no work for you to do because of coronavirus. This is known as being ‘on furlough’.
Who can apply?
Any UK employer with a UK bank account will be able to claim via the scheme, but employees must have been on the employer’s PAYE payroll on 28 February 2020 to be eligible.
Employees can be on any type of contract, including a zero-hour contract, part time or a temporary contract.
However this scheme does not apply if you are self-employed or to any income from self-employment. A separate help package for self employed workers has now been unveiled, and you can read more about what's available here.
If you are working at reduced hours and pay, you will not be eligible for furlough and it will be up to your employer to pay you as normal.
Drop a heart on our special map of gratitude to show your support for our NHS heroes https://www.thanksamillionnhs.co.uk/
How do I apply?
Both you and your employer must agree to put you on furlough - so you will need to speak to your employer about whether they can claim.
You cannot apply for the scheme yourself. But once agreed your employer must write to you confirming you have been furloughed to be eligible to claim.
How much does it cover?
Employers can ask HMRC for a grant of up to 80% of a staff member's wage. However the maximum amount claimed is £2,500 a month - even if that employee usually earns more.
You’ll still be paid by your employer and pay taxes from your income. But the rules stipulate you cannot undertake any work for your employer while on furlough.
How long will it last for?
Currently the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is expected to last for at least three months, with wages available to be backdated to March 1.
However the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has said that the scheme could be extended if needed.
What happens while you're on furlough?
Once you are on furlough you will not be able to work for your employer, but you can undertake training or volunteer subject to public health guidance.
However you are not allowed to be making money for your employer, or provide them with any services.
Any activities undertaken while on furlough must be in line with the latest Public Health guidance during the COVID-19 outbreak.
If your employer chooses to place you on furlough, you will need to remain on furlough for a minimum of 3 weeks. However, they can place you on furlough more than once, and one period can follow straight after an existing furlough period, as long as the scheme is open.
Your employer can still make you redundant while you’re on furlough or afterwards.
What if I don't want to be furloughed?
Government advice says if your employer asks you to go on furlough and you refuse you may be at risk of redundancy or termination of employment, depending on the circumstances of your employer.
However, this must be in line with normal redundancy rules and protections.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-31--ADVERTORIAL: Lucky in love! Couple who met working at bingo hall 23 years ago still there now

When Claire Whelan first spotted her future husband in the workplace 23 years ago , she knew her luck was in .
Jim was the caller at Gala Bingo , in Wythenshawe , and had ‘ all the charm and patter ’ you would expect .
It was the late 90s and back then a blossoming office romance needed a more direct approach .
“ I sent him a handwritten note ” she laughs bashfully .
“ I said I liked him and would he like to come round for a coffee at mine sometime.
” Amazingly the pair - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , for Buzz Bingo in Stockport , and even catch the bus in sync whenever their shifts match up .
Jim teases : “ She took a bit of a shine to me and I think it was good because we saw a lot of each other , with working in the same place .
“ We met in the May and then I proposed to her the following year.
” It was Valentine ’ s Day when the father-of-one from Wythenshawe got down on one knee at the Indian restaurant across the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a bit different about Claire ” he explains .
“ I think it was her mannerisms and likeability that drew me to her.
” Claire and Jim married in 2003 in Sale at the register office and have never looked back .
Asked what the best thing is about working together team assistant Claire says : “ We can have some good laughs with the customers .
He seems like a bit of a womaniser but it ’ s just his banter.
” Jim has spent 41 years as a Bingo caller and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ today as when he first started aged 18 .
“ It is an easier role now because you call the numbers out without using the old fashioned ‘ bingo lingo ’ .
“ You still have to enjoy interacting with people to do my job though because it is very sociable .
“ Bingo is like a big family so many of the customers who come in we have seen them grow up .
“ That ’ s really nice because they then bring their kids in and you get to know the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Stockport Kevin Carrigan adds : “ There are quite a few couples who meet at bingo .
“ In fact I also met my wife there at another Greater Manchester club .
“ I think the friendly atmosphere and the thrill of trying to win brings out the best in people and you come across quite similar personalities.
” Now you can experience the fun of live gaming at one of Buzz Bingo ’ s many clubs across Greater Manchester , including Salford , Stockport , Belle Vue , Harpurhey and Ashton .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ jackpot ?
Find out more at buzzbingo.com/bingoclubs

When Claire Whelan first spotted her future husband in the workplace 23 years ago, she knew her luck was in.
Jim was the caller at Gala Bingo, in Wythenshawe, and had ‘all the charm and patter’ you would expect.
It was the late 90s and back then a blossoming office romance needed a more direct approach.
“I sent him a handwritten note” she laughs bashfully.
“I said I liked him and would he like to come round for a coffee at mine sometime.”
Amazingly the pair - both aged 58 - still work together, for Buzz Bingo in Stockport, and even catch the bus in sync whenever their shifts match up.
Jim teases: “She took a bit of a shine to me and I think it was good because we saw a lot of each other, with working in the same place.
“We met in the May and then I proposed to her the following year.”
It was Valentine’s Day when the father-of-one from Wythenshawe got down on one knee at the Indian restaurant across the road.
“There was always something a bit different about Claire” he explains. “I think it was her mannerisms and likeability that drew me to her.”
Claire and Jim married in 2003 in Sale at the register office and have never looked back.
Asked what the best thing is about working together team assistant Claire says: “We can have some good laughs with the customers. He seems like a bit of a womaniser but it’s just his banter.”
Jim has spent 41 years as a Bingo caller and says he still loves it as much today as when he first started aged 18.
“It is an easier role now because you call the numbers out without using the old fashioned ‘bingo lingo’.
“You still have to enjoy interacting with people to do my job though because it is very sociable.
“Bingo is like a big family so many of the customers who come in we have seen them grow up.
“That’s really nice because they then bring their kids in and you get to know the next generation.”
Buzz Bingo manager for Stockport Kevin Carrigan adds: “There are quite a few couples who meet at bingo.
“In fact I also met my wife there at another Greater Manchester club.
“I think the friendly atmosphere and the thrill of trying to win brings out the best in people and you come across quite similar personalities.”
Now you can experience the fun of live gaming at one of Buzz Bingo’s many clubs across Greater Manchester, including Salford, Stockport, Belle Vue, Harpurhey and Ashton.
Could you be heading for the next jackpot? Find out more at buzzbingo.com/bingoclubs


themanchestereveningnews--2020-03-31--Why Harry Kane transfer to Man City would suit both parties

Harry Kane made waves over the weekend with comments about his future , as he suggested he ’ s not prepared to stick around at Tottenham if the club fails to match his personal ambitions in the years ahead .
Kane has been linked with a host of top clubs since breaking through at Spurs , with Manchester City one of them , but would they be an ideal fit right now and should they be interested in each other to enormous mutual benefit ?
The England captain made it pretty clear that he expects to be challenging for major @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if I do n't feel we 're progressing as a team or going in the right direction , then I 'm not someone to just stay there for the sake of it , ” Kane said .
“ I 'm an ambitious player , I want to improve , I want to get better , I want to become one of the top , top players.
” His requirements make it very difficult for Spurs to keep hold of one of the game ’ s best goalscorers if they are to embark on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ himself capable of taking top teams to league titles , but it hasn ’ t happened in the Premier League for five years now and Spurs are facing a massive climb to close the gap to City and Liverpool .
Perhaps Kane will opt to give his club another year and see if that rebuild is accelerated , particularly as he has four years left on his contract , but he also turns 27 in the summer and his personal trophy cabinet so far contains nothing but runners-up medals .
City have the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recent history of winning trophies and have the supporting cast of players to make him even better .
For Kane himself , if he wants to leave Spurs , a move to the Citizens is an easy deal to accept .
Should City be targeting Kane , then ?
There ’ s no doubting his quality , his goalscoring or the chances of him providing value for money over the course of a few seasons , even accounting for an astronomical transfer fee .
The key questions are of Pep Guardiola utilising him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ given that City already have Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus vying for the No .
9 role .
As useful as the Brazilian has been , particularly filtering out wide at times and being City ’ s go-to port of call off the bench , it ’ s presumably his place Kane would take .
Kane is the more reliable goalscorer over the long term and is easily technical enough in his style to cope with the build-up play favoured by the manager .
The issue is in starts - neither he nor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bench option , and Guardiola has infrequently started two central attackers together .
The one consideration here might be Kane ’ s history of playing slightly deeper , off another striker .
On the other hand , Kane might consider Robert Lewandowski ’ s goal tally going through the roof at Bayern under the Spanish manager .
If Guardiola favours Kane over what will soon be a 32-year-old Aguero , he could reach another level entirely , reaching those aims of trophies and self-improvement he so craves .
Of course , there ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , if only because players tend to be at clubs for longer than managers do .
Given his age and price tag , Kane is likely to only make one massive move in the prime of his career , spending perhaps four or five years at the very top of the game .
Very few managers have the tactical and technical demands that Guardiola places on his players , and whoever succeeds the 49-year-old may opt for a more linear system , a more routine approach where the service is less constant , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the striker .
Kane transcends most styles , being accomplished in hold-up play , aerial proficiency , penalty-box awareness , creating his own chances and playing both alone or in tandem with other forwards .
Opportunities to sign one of the best players in the league don ’ t come along all too often , particularly moving from one team challenging near the top to another .
If City are presented with the chance to sign Kane , it ’ s one they should take , and one which has the odds of @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Harry Kane made waves over the weekend with comments about his future, as he suggested he’s not prepared to stick around at Tottenham if the club fails to match his personal ambitions in the years ahead.
Kane has been linked with a host of top clubs since breaking through at Spurs, with Manchester City one of them, but would they be an ideal fit right now and should they be interested in each other to enormous mutual benefit?
Kane perspective
The England captain made it pretty clear that he expects to be challenging for major honours.
“I've always said if I don't feel we're progressing as a team or going in the right direction, then I'm not someone to just stay there for the sake of it,” Kane said.
“I'm an ambitious player, I want to improve, I want to get better, I want to become one of the top, top players.”
His requirements make it very difficult for Spurs to keep hold of one of the game’s best goalscorers if they are to embark on another rebuilding phase. Mourinho has proven himself capable of taking top teams to league titles, but it hasn’t happened in the Premier League for five years now and Spurs are facing a massive climb to close the gap to City and Liverpool.
Perhaps Kane will opt to give his club another year and see if that rebuild is accelerated, particularly as he has four years left on his contract, but he also turns 27 in the summer and his personal trophy cabinet so far contains nothing but runners-up medals.
City have the wealth to sign him, have a recent history of winning trophies and have the supporting cast of players to make him even better. For Kane himself, if he wants to leave Spurs, a move to the Citizens is an easy deal to accept.
Suiting City’s style
Should City be targeting Kane, then? There’s no doubting his quality, his goalscoring or the chances of him providing value for money over the course of a few seasons, even accounting for an astronomical transfer fee.
The key questions are of Pep Guardiola utilising him tactically, and of game time - given that City already have Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus vying for the No. 9 role.
As useful as the Brazilian has been, particularly filtering out wide at times and being City’s go-to port of call off the bench, it’s presumably his place Kane would take.
(Image: BEN STANSALL/AFP/Getty Images)
Kane is the more reliable goalscorer over the long term and is easily technical enough in his style to cope with the build-up play favoured by the manager.
The issue is in starts - neither he nor Aguero would particularly relish being a regular bench option, and Guardiola has infrequently started two central attackers together. The one consideration here might be Kane’s history of playing slightly deeper, off another striker.
On the other hand, Kane might consider Robert Lewandowski’s goal tally going through the roof at Bayern under the Spanish manager. If Guardiola favours Kane over what will soon be a 32-year-old Aguero, he could reach another level entirely, reaching those aims of trophies and self-improvement he so craves.
Life after Pep
Of course, there’s more than just Guardiola to consider, if only because players tend to be at clubs for longer than managers do.
Given his age and price tag, Kane is likely to only make one massive move in the prime of his career, spending perhaps four or five years at the very top of the game.
Very few managers have the tactical and technical demands that Guardiola places on his players, and whoever succeeds the 49-year-old may opt for a more linear system, a more routine approach where the service is less constant, but more focused, to go through the striker.
Kane transcends most styles, being accomplished in hold-up play, aerial proficiency, penalty-box awareness, creating his own chances and playing both alone or in tandem with other forwards.
Opportunities to sign one of the best players in the league don’t come along all too often, particularly moving from one team challenging near the top to another. If City are presented with the chance to sign Kane, it’s one they should take, and one which has the odds of success massively stacked in their favour.