themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Inmate starts fire and air ambulance lands during busy week at HMP Forest Bank

Prison staff had to extinguish a blaze when an inmate “ set some small items on fire ” in his cell .
The incident happened on a wing of HMP Forest Bank on Monday evening ( November 9 ) .
An anonymous source told the M.E.N that they could hear inmates `` banging on cell doors '' while they spoke to an inmate on the phone during the incident .
But prison bosses have flatly denied this , saying the “ smouldering ” was not even sufficient enough to set off the smoke alarms .
They say there was a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and prison staff “ attended quickly and extinguished the items ” .
The fire service was not needed and nobody was injured or required medical treatment , they added .
The fire came just two days after another inmate required medical assistance during a separate incident at the prison , on Agecroft Road , in Pendlebury , Salford .
The inmate was helped by paramedics and Forest Bank staff during the “ medical situation ” on November 7 , a prison spokesman said .
An air ambulance attended but was not needed , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ related to Covid-19 .
Speaking about the incident on November 9 , a HMP Forest Bank spokesperson confirmed that a prisoner `` set some small items on fire which smouldered .
“ There was a very small amount of smoke and no banging on doors or calling for help .
“ All systems were working but the smouldering was insufficient to set them off .
It has a capacity for 1,460 prisoners .

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Prison staff had to extinguish a blaze when an inmate “set some small items on fire” in his cell.
The incident happened on a wing of HMP Forest Bank on Monday evening (November 9).
An anonymous source told the M.E.N that they could hear inmates "banging on cell doors" while they spoke to an inmate on the phone during the incident.
But prison bosses have flatly denied this, saying the “smouldering” was not even sufficient enough to set off the smoke alarms.
They say there was a “very small amount of smoke” and prison staff “attended quickly and extinguished the items”.
The fire service was not needed and nobody was injured or required medical treatment, they added.
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The fire came just two days after another inmate required medical assistance during a separate incident at the prison, on Agecroft Road, in Pendlebury, Salford.
The inmate was helped by paramedics and Forest Bank staff during the “medical situation” on November 7, a prison spokesman said.
An air ambulance attended but was not needed, they added.
The incident was not related to Covid-19.
(Image: MEN Media)
Speaking about the incident on November 9, a HMP Forest Bank spokesperson confirmed that a prisoner "set some small items on fire which smouldered.
“There was a very small amount of smoke and no banging on doors or calling for help.
“Staff attended quickly and extinguished the items.
“All systems were working but the smouldering was insufficient to set them off.
“The fire service was not needed.
“Staff attended when alerted.”
HMP Forest Bank is a Category B prison, run by Sodexo Justice Services.
It has a capacity for 1,460 prisoners.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Knifemen forced victim to drive them to a petrol station and buy them items

Two teenagers who carried out a series of terrifying knifepoint robberies have been locked up .
Munther Alothman and Abdirahman Mohamed , both 18 , were part of a gang which targeted multiple people in and around Bolton town centre between November 2019 and April of this year .
Victims were forced to hand over cash , bank cards and other possessions , while one was told he would be stabbed unless he drove the gang to a petrol station .
After taking them to a Shell garage off the A666 , the college student managed to escape and hid @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In another incident , a victim was stabbed several times in the leg after trying to resist an attack .
Today , a judge sentenced Alothman to serve seven-and-a-half years , and Mohamed to serve three years and nine months , in a young offender insitution .
Bolton Crown Court heard that several individuals were targeted and threatened with violence during the campaign of robberies , many of which occurred at night .
The first took place on November 1 of last year when the group targeted Waleed Ali , whom Alothman knew @ @ @ @ @ @ @ knifepoint , Ali was punched and dragged to his knees before having his money and bank card stolen .
The gang forced him to drive them to the petrol station , where they then made a number of purchases using his bank card .
Ali managed to escape and sought refuge in the garage until police arrived .
On December 3 , Alothman was also part of a group which robbed Jordan Brooks and a friend at knifepoint in Queens Park .
A fortnight later , on December 17 , Alothman and Mohamed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ John McGarrigan .
They forced him to withdraw money from a cash machine and later used his card in a convenience store .
In a statement to police , the victim said he 'feared he would be killed ' by the group .
The following day , both Alothman and Mohamed were part of a group which robbed Daniel Chadbond in Bath Street , in Bolton town centre .
Alothman was eventually stopped by police officers in January of this year , but provided a false name .
As an investigation was launched @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was then identified from CCTV footage at the convenience store .
Alothman was arrested by police , but denied any involvement .
He was released and continued to offend , targeting William Clarke and Luke Reynolds on February 23 .
Mr Reynolds was punched in the face while the pair were told they would be stabbed if they tried to resist the robbery .
Alothman was arrested again the following day and charged , but was then bailed .
His offending continued as he was part of a gang which robbed two men @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one of the victims tried to resist the attack , he was stabbed in the leg a number of times .
He was taken to hospital where his leg had to be closed with stitches .
However , the court heard that it was not believed Alothman was responsible for inflicting the injuries .
Alothman , of Waggon Road , Breightmet , was arrested again by police and pleaded guilty to nine counts of robbery , one count of attempted robbery , nine counts of possessing a bladed article , one of fraud @ @ @ @ @ @ @ justice .
Mohamed , of Aylesford Walk , Halliwell , pleaded guilty to two counts of robbery and one of fraud .
The court heard he had arrived in the UK as a refugee in 2017 .
At the time the robberies were carried out , both were just 17 and had no previous convictions .
Sentencing Alothman , who arrived in the UK in 2013 as a refugee from Iraq , Judge Martin Walsh said : `` It is clear that these offences were committed by you and others acting jointly against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ targets for attack .
`` I accept that you may have experience traumatic events in your life prior to your arrival in the UK .
`` There is no doubt the victims of your offending behaviour were left traumatised . ''

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Two teenagers who carried out a series of terrifying knifepoint robberies have been locked up.
Munther Alothman and Abdirahman Mohamed, both 18, were part of a gang which targeted multiple people in and around Bolton town centre between November 2019 and April of this year.
Victims were forced to hand over cash, bank cards and other possessions, while one was told he would be stabbed unless he drove the gang to a petrol station.
After taking them to a Shell garage off the A666, the college student managed to escape and hid inside the garage until police arrived.
(Image: Vincent Cole Manchester Evening News)
In another incident, a victim was stabbed several times in the leg after trying to resist an attack.
Today, a judge sentenced Alothman to serve seven-and-a-half years, and Mohamed to serve three years and nine months, in a young offender insitution.
Bolton Crown Court heard that several individuals were targeted and threatened with violence during the campaign of robberies, many of which occurred at night.
The first took place on November 1 of last year when the group targeted Waleed Ali, whom Alothman knew from college.
After being threatened at knifepoint, Ali was punched and dragged to his knees before having his money and bank card stolen.
The gang forced him to drive them to the petrol station, where they then made a number of purchases using his bank card.
Ali managed to escape and sought refuge in the garage until police arrived.
On December 3, Alothman was also part of a group which robbed Jordan Brooks and a friend at knifepoint in Queens Park.
A fortnight later, on December 17, Alothman and Mohamed had their faces covered as they targeted John McGarrigan.
They forced him to withdraw money from a cash machine and later used his card in a convenience store.
In a statement to police, the victim said he 'feared he would be killed' by the group.
(Image: Vincent Cole Manchester Evening News)
The following day, both Alothman and Mohamed were part of a group which robbed Daniel Chadbond in Bath Street, in Bolton town centre.
Alothman was eventually stopped by police officers in January of this year, but provided a false name.
As an investigation was launched into the spate of robberies, he was then identified from CCTV footage at the convenience store.
Alothman was arrested by police, but denied any involvement.
He was released and continued to offend, targeting William Clarke and Luke Reynolds on February 23.
Mr Reynolds was punched in the face while the pair were told they would be stabbed if they tried to resist the robbery.
Alothman was arrested again the following day and charged, but was then bailed.
(Image: MEN Media)
His offending continued as he was part of a gang which robbed two men in Gladstone Street, Halliwell.
When one of the victims tried to resist the attack, he was stabbed in the leg a number of times.
He was taken to hospital where his leg had to be closed with stitches.
However, the court heard that it was not believed Alothman was responsible for inflicting the injuries.
Alothman, of Waggon Road, Breightmet, was arrested again by police and pleaded guilty to nine counts of robbery, one count of attempted robbery, nine counts of possessing a bladed article, one of fraud and one of perverting the course of justice.
Mohamed, of Aylesford Walk, Halliwell, pleaded guilty to two counts of robbery and one of fraud.
The court heard he had arrived in the UK as a refugee in 2017.
At the time the robberies were carried out, both were just 17 and had no previous convictions.
Sentencing Alothman, who arrived in the UK in 2013 as a refugee from Iraq, Judge Martin Walsh said: "It is clear that these offences were committed by you and others acting jointly against individuals who had been identified as suitable targets for attack.
"I accept that you may have experience traumatic events in your life prior to your arrival in the UK.
"There is no doubt the victims of your offending behaviour were left traumatised."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Drink driver killed nurse and mum after ploughing into her at 50mph

An ex-soldier behind the wheel while over the drink-drive limit killed a nurse after mounting a pavement and hitting her at more than 50mph .
Mum-of-two Susan Jackson was hit by Craig Mossop 's Land Rover as she made her way to meet her husband at a gym .
Ms Jackson , a specialist nurse at the University Hospital of South Manchester , suffered multiple injuries and died at the scene .
Mossop , 52 , failed to stop and ran a red light before smashing into another person .
Bolton Crown Court heard Ms Jackson , 50 , had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ crossing the road towards the David Lloyd gym in Chorley Street , Bolton , when she was hit .
Prosecutor Colin Buckle said Mossop 's Land Rover had mounted the pavement on all four wheels seconds earlier .
The impact of the crash caused Ms Jackson to be flung 30 metres into a wall on the opposite side of the road .
Forensic pathologist Charles Wilson concluded Ms Jackson suffered 'multiple injuries ' , including a severed spine , and would have died almost immediately .
He said she would 'not had known @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Buckle said a nearby resident , James McKay , heard the crash and rushed to help Jackson , by taking out blankets and using a mattress to shield her from the view of passing motorists .
While waiting for emergency services to arrive , he and a member of gym staff delivered CPR .
Meanwhile , her husband , Graham Lockett , was still waiting at the gym and was growing increasingly concerned about his wife .
After making several calls to her mobile phone , a police officer eventually answered .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gym , where he then discovered his wife had been killed .
In a moving impact statement which he read out in court , Mr Lockett said the events of the day were still 'etched in his mind ' .
Directing his words towards Mossop , who appeared via a video link from prison , he spoke of the guilt he had felt about not being with his wife when she died .
But he added : `` I have reached the point that I am not going to feel guilty any longer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should be burdened with this guilt alone . ''
Mr Lockett told the court Ms Jackson had worked as a nurse for 30 years and , at the time of her death , was working as a specialist nurse treating lung cancer patients .
He said the pair met ten years ago , several years of Ms Jackson 's first husband took his own life , and that the period since had been 'the happiest years of his life ' .
`` Our lives will never be the same , '' he said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nor engagements , marriages , or births .
`` I am overwhelmingly sad and my heart feels broken . ''
In another statement , Ms Jackson 's eldest daughter , Emma , said her mother met her father , Rupert , while the pair were working at the old Bolton Royal Infirmary - on the site where the gym is now .
`` This location used to be a happy memory for me and my younger sister , '' said Emma .
`` This is now the location of where my mother was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ daughter , Sophie , said Mossop had 'taken everything away ' from her .
She added : `` I will suffer forever for what you have done and you should suffer too . ''
Mr Buckle explained that Mossop had spent the afternoon of August 23 at the home of his partner Karen Marsh in Hindley , Wigan .
He left the address in the Land Rover and drove six miles towards Bolton town centre , travelling along Deane Road and then on to Spa Road .
The court heard the vehicle was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time with faulty brakes and no insurance .
Meanwhile , its MOT had expired several months earlier while Mossop was not in possession of a driving licence .
As Mossop tried to negotiate a hairpin bend from Spa Road on to Chorley Street , the Land Rover ended up on the wrong side of the road , avoiding colliding with another vehicle by a 'matter of seconds ' .
Once around the corner , he accelerated before mounting the kerb and careering into Ms Jackson .
After hitting her , Mossop failed to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the junction with Chorley Old Road and Chorley New Road .
Ignoring the red light , he drove straight through the five-way junction and almost hit a BMW .
The court heard he appeared to be heading up Chorley Old Road before swerving at the last minute and colliding with Mr Devaney , who was standing by a set of traffic lights begging .
Police investigators believe Mossop was driving at an estimated 18mph at the time , with the impact lifting Mr Devaney up on to the bonnet of the Land Rover @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the opposite side of the road .
Witnesses said Mossop appeared to be 'fighting to control the car ' while the windscreen had been smashed following the collision with Ms Jackson .
Mr Devaney , who was known to Mossop having previously lived opposite him , was left with serious injuries , including a fractured spine , ribs , nose and a punctured lung .
Following the crash , Mossop got out of the Land Rover and went over to Mr Devaney before returning to the vehicle and trying to move it .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ scene at the time and told Mossop to get out of the car .
After being arrested by police , Mossop took a breathalyser test three hours following the crash and was found to have 51 mcg of alcohol per 100 ml of breath .
The legal limit is 35 .
Last month , Mossop , admitted causing death by dangerous driving ; causing serious injury by dangerous driving ; and driving a vehicle while over the alcohol limit .
He also pleaded guilty to driving without a licence or insurance .
Judge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 17 previous convictions for a total of 37 offences , including a number of driving offences .
Mitigating , Mark Friend , told the court that Mossop had been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder after serving two tours of duty in Northern Ireland during The Troubles .
After witnessing a friend being killed , he had left the service but had since struggled with drink and drugs .
Mr Friend added : `` There is a sad irony for a man who entered the British Army in order to protect the public now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ member of the public . ''
Mossop , of Hartington Road , Bolton , is due to be sentenced on Monday ( November 16 ) .

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An ex-soldier behind the wheel while over the drink-drive limit killed a nurse after mounting a pavement and hitting her at more than 50mph.
Mum-of-two Susan Jackson was hit by Craig Mossop's Land Rover as she made her way to meet her husband at a gym.
Ms Jackson, a specialist nurse at the University Hospital of South Manchester, suffered multiple injuries and died at the scene.
Mossop, 52, failed to stop and ran a red light before smashing into another person.
Bolton Crown Court heard Ms Jackson, 50, had just been for a run and was crossing the road towards the David Lloyd gym in Chorley Street, Bolton, when she was hit.
Prosecutor Colin Buckle said Mossop's Land Rover had mounted the pavement on all four wheels seconds earlier.
The impact of the crash caused Ms Jackson to be flung 30 metres into a wall on the opposite side of the road.
Forensic pathologist Charles Wilson concluded Ms Jackson suffered 'multiple injuries', including a severed spine, and would have died almost immediately.
He said she would 'not had known anything about the impact'.
Mr Buckle said a nearby resident, James McKay, heard the crash and rushed to help Jackson, by taking out blankets and using a mattress to shield her from the view of passing motorists.
While waiting for emergency services to arrive, he and a member of gym staff delivered CPR.
(Image: UGC)
Meanwhile, her husband, Graham Lockett, was still waiting at the gym and was growing increasingly concerned about his wife.
After making several calls to her mobile phone, a police officer eventually answered.
He told Mr Lockett to go outside the gym, where he then discovered his wife had been killed.
In a moving impact statement which he read out in court, Mr Lockett said the events of the day were still 'etched in his mind'.
Directing his words towards Mossop, who appeared via a video link from prison, he spoke of the guilt he had felt about not being with his wife when she died.
But he added: "I have reached the point that I am not going to feel guilty any longer.
"I have decided that you should be burdened with this guilt alone."
Mr Lockett told the court Ms Jackson had worked as a nurse for 30 years and, at the time of her death, was working as a specialist nurse treating lung cancer patients.
He said the pair met ten years ago, several years of Ms Jackson's first husband took his own life, and that the period since had been 'the happiest years of his life'.
"Our lives will never be the same," he said.
"No Christmases, anniversaries, nor engagements, marriages, or births.
"I am overwhelmingly sad and my heart feels broken."
In another statement, Ms Jackson's eldest daughter, Emma, said her mother met her father, Rupert, while the pair were working at the old Bolton Royal Infirmary - on the site where the gym is now.
"This location used to be a happy memory for me and my younger sister," said Emma.
"This is now the location of where my mother was killed."
Ms Jackson's youngest daughter, Sophie, said Mossop had 'taken everything away' from her.
She added: "I will suffer forever for what you have done and you should suffer too."
Mr Buckle explained that Mossop had spent the afternoon of August 23 at the home of his partner Karen Marsh in Hindley, Wigan.
He left the address in the Land Rover and drove six miles towards Bolton town centre, travelling along Deane Road and then on to Spa Road.
The court heard the vehicle was in a 'poor state' at the time with faulty brakes and no insurance.
Meanwhile, its MOT had expired several months earlier while Mossop was not in possession of a driving licence.
As Mossop tried to negotiate a hairpin bend from Spa Road on to Chorley Street, the Land Rover ended up on the wrong side of the road, avoiding colliding with another vehicle by a 'matter of seconds'.
Once around the corner, he accelerated before mounting the kerb and careering into Ms Jackson.
After hitting her, Mossop failed to stop and continued along Chorley Street towards the junction with Chorley Old Road and Chorley New Road.
Ignoring the red light, he drove straight through the five-way junction and almost hit a BMW.
(Image: MEN Media)
The court heard he appeared to be heading up Chorley Old Road before swerving at the last minute and colliding with Mr Devaney, who was standing by a set of traffic lights begging.
Police investigators believe Mossop was driving at an estimated 18mph at the time, with the impact lifting Mr Devaney up on to the bonnet of the Land Rover which then smashed into a wall on the opposite side of the road.
Witnesses said Mossop appeared to be 'fighting to control the car' while the windscreen had been smashed following the collision with Ms Jackson.
Mr Devaney, who was known to Mossop having previously lived opposite him, was left with serious injuries, including a fractured spine, ribs, nose and a punctured lung.
Following the crash, Mossop got out of the Land Rover and went over to Mr Devaney before returning to the vehicle and trying to move it.
Retired firefighter Ian Worth was passing the scene at the time and told Mossop to get out of the car.
After being arrested by police, Mossop took a breathalyser test three hours following the crash and was found to have 51 mcg of alcohol per 100 ml of breath. The legal limit is 35.
Last month, Mossop, admitted causing death by dangerous driving; causing serious injury by dangerous driving; and driving a vehicle while over the alcohol limit.
He also pleaded guilty to driving without a licence or insurance.
Judge Martin Walsh was told that Mossop had 17 previous convictions for a total of 37 offences, including a number of driving offences.
Mitigating, Mark Friend, told the court that Mossop had been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder after serving two tours of duty in Northern Ireland during The Troubles.
After witnessing a friend being killed, he had left the service but had since struggled with drink and drugs.
Mr Friend added: "There is a sad irony for a man who entered the British Army in order to protect the public now being responsible for the death of a member of the public."
Mossop, of Hartington Road, Bolton, is due to be sentenced on Monday (November 16).


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Police vehicle damaged after attempting to stop 'stolen car' in Blackley

A police car has been badly damaged after attempting to stop an alleged stolen car in Blackley .
Officers were called at 5.30pm on Friday 13 November to Victoria Avenue , at the junction of Rochdale Road .
A suspected stolen car was stopped by officers at a set of traffic lights , and appears to have collided with the side of a police car , GMP said .
Pictures from the scene show a blue Renault Captur , which has come to a stop next to the police vehicle 's driver side door .
A number of police cars @ @ @ @ @ @ @ assist with the incident .
Nobody is believed to have been injured in the crash .
The incident has caused a number of tailbacks along Victoria Avenue , as the road was blocked off by officers .
A spokesperson for GMP said : `` Police were called at 5.30pm on Friday , 13 November to Victoria Avenue in Blackley .
There was an outstanding stolen vehicle which was stopped by police vehicles .
`` It does not appear to be a major incident and no injuries have been reported .
`` It appears @ @ @ @ @ @ @ car and has caused some damage .

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A police car has been badly damaged after attempting to stop an alleged stolen car in Blackley.
Officers were called at 5.30pm on Friday 13 November to Victoria Avenue, at the junction of Rochdale Road.
A suspected stolen car was stopped by officers at a set of traffic lights, and appears to have collided with the side of a police car, GMP said.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
Pictures from the scene show a blue Renault Captur, which has come to a stop next to the police vehicle's driver side door.
A number of police cars have since arrived at the scene to assist with the incident.
Nobody is believed to have been injured in the crash.
The incident has caused a number of tailbacks along Victoria Avenue, as the road was blocked off by officers.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
A spokesperson for GMP said: "Police were called at 5.30pm on Friday, 13 November to Victoria Avenue in Blackley.
There was an outstanding stolen vehicle which was stopped by police vehicles.
"It does not appear to be a major incident and no injuries have been reported.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
"It appears the vehicle made contact with the police car and has caused some damage.
"Enquiries are still ongoing."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--McDonald's fans take issue over 'bleak' Christmas advert

This week the nation has been treated with an array of festive treats , as John Lewis , Coca Cola , Disney and Tesco all released their Christmas adverts .
But there 's one advert which has really caught peoples ' attention - and it comes courtesy of McDonald 's .
Most viewers admitted to falling in love with the sentimental advert - with some parents even 'in tears ' after watching it .
But some viewers were n't impressed by the advertisement , describing it as `` depressing '' and `` miserable '' , reports the Mirror .
One @ @ @ @ @ @ @ holiday commercial I 've ever seen .
Wow .
You actually had meetings about this and moved forward . ''
Another moaned : `` Why are so many McDonald 's adverts about the parents of miserable children ? ''
to which one person replied : `` God it ’ s so bleak isn ’ t it . ''
One woman replied : `` A bit depressing .
I realise that the sour kid cheers up but the music ’ s still miserable .
`` Why is he so moody ?
Is the little @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fed ? ''
McDonald 's Vice President for Food and Marketing Michelle Graham-Clare said : “ Our heart-warming tale of Tom and his mum aims to reignite the magic of Christmas across the UK and Ireland this winter .
`` That moment as the pair reconnect over the reindeer treats , saved from their trip through the Drive Thru , represents the common truth of children determined to grow up but swept up by the festive spirit .
`` I am sure it is a feeling that will be familiar to so many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ proud to be spreading some much-needed Christmas cheer with this multi-channel campaign . ''

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This week the nation has been treated with an array of festive treats, as John Lewis, Coca Cola, Disney and Tesco all released their Christmas adverts.
But there's one advert which has really caught peoples' attention - and it comes courtesy of McDonald's.
Most viewers admitted to falling in love with the sentimental advert - with some parents even 'in tears' after watching it.
But some viewers weren't impressed by the advertisement, describing it as "depressing" and "miserable", reports the Mirror.
One man replied: "The most depressing holiday commercial I've ever seen. Wow. You actually had meetings about this and moved forward."
Another moaned: "Why are so many McDonald's adverts about the parents of miserable children?" to which one person replied: "God it’s so bleak isn’t it."
One woman replied: "A bit depressing. I realise that the sour kid cheers up but the music’s still miserable.
"Why is he so moody? Is the little boy trapped in his stomach not being fed?"
McDonald's Vice President for Food and Marketing Michelle Graham-Clare said: “Our heart-warming tale of Tom and his mum aims to reignite the magic of Christmas across the UK and Ireland this winter.
"That moment as the pair reconnect over the reindeer treats, saved from their trip through the Drive Thru, represents the common truth of children determined to grow up but swept up by the festive spirit.
"I am sure it is a feeling that will be familiar to so many families and in this year we are proud to be spreading some much-needed Christmas cheer with this multi-channel campaign."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Man City evening headlines as Guardiola is handed injury boost

Good evening , Man City fans .
Here are your evening headlines for Friday , November 13 .
Manchester City have been boosted by Fernandinho ’ s return to training ahead of next weekend ’ s Premier League clash against Tottenham .
Following the hamstring injury suffered by Nathan Ake while on international duty with the Netherlands , Fernandinho ’ s availability will come as welcome news for Pep Guardiola .
The versatile Brazilian has been absent since City ’ s Champions League win over Porto last month .
But the club posted images of the 35-year-old training as he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rehabilitation process ’ .
Brazil have reassured Manchester City that none of their players have contracted COVID-19 after Gabriel Menino tested positive .
Both Ederson and Gabriel Jesus are in the Brazil squad alongside Menino ahead of upcoming World Cup qualifiers but team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar has insisted that no other players tested positive .
“ In the tests carried out yesterday , Gabriel Menino tested positive for COVID-19 .
All other players in the group tested negative , ” Lasmar said .
“ It is important to note that , on Monday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ members of the delegation were tested and the results were negative .
“ We have already informed the medical department of Palmeiras [ Menino 's club ] .
The player is asymptomatic , is already isolated and has been cut from the squad .
“ All protective measures are being taken .
We will perform a new round of tests before our trip to Uruguay , after the game [ against Venezuela ] .
” Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold has labelled Kevin De Bruyne the “ best passer ” he has played against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a prolific creator of goals since joining the club in 2015 , and continues to thrive under Pep Guardiola .
Asked in an to create the perfect footballer based on the attributes of his previous opponents , Alexander-Arnold singled out De Bruyne .
“ He is the best passer I ’ ve ever played against , ” he said .
“ When you ’ re in and amongst it , it ’ s rare that you still have those 'wow ' moments , where you ’ re taken aback by what you see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ every day and training with those sort of players , you almost get accustomed to seeing it .
“ But De Bruyne is still the one who gives me those moments , where I ’ m watching one of his games and he ’ ll produce a pass where I ’ m just like ‘ wow !
’ ”

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Good evening, Man City fans. Here are your evening headlines for Friday, November 13.
City handed boost following Ake injury
Manchester City have been boosted by Fernandinho’s return to training ahead of next weekend’s Premier League clash against Tottenham.
Following the hamstring injury suffered by Nathan Ake while on international duty with the Netherlands, Fernandinho’s availability will come as welcome news for Pep Guardiola.
The versatile Brazilian has been absent since City’s Champions League win over Porto last month.
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But the club posted images of the 35-year-old training as he begins 'the first stages of his planned rehabilitation process’.
Brazil provide update on City players after positive coronavirus test
Brazil have reassured Manchester City that none of their players have contracted COVID-19 after Gabriel Menino tested positive.
Both Ederson and Gabriel Jesus are in the Brazil squad alongside Menino ahead of upcoming World Cup qualifiers but team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar has insisted that no other players tested positive.
“In the tests carried out yesterday, Gabriel Menino tested positive for COVID-19. All other players in the group tested negative,” Lasmar said.
“It is important to note that, on Monday, when the players arrived, all members of the delegation were tested and the results were negative.
“We have already informed the medical department of Palmeiras [Menino's club]. The player is asymptomatic, is already isolated and has been cut from the squad.
“All protective measures are being taken. We will perform a new round of tests before our trip to Uruguay, after the game [against Venezuela].”
Alexander-Arnoldhails De Bruyne
Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold has labelled Kevin De Bruyne the “best passer” he has played against.
The Manchester City playmaker has been a prolific creator of goals since joining the club in 2015, and continues to thrive under Pep Guardiola.
Asked in an interview with Goal to create the perfect footballer based on the attributes of his previous opponents, Alexander-Arnold singled out De Bruyne.
“He is the best passer I’ve ever played against,” he said. “When you’re in and amongst it, it’s rare that you still have those 'wow' moments, where you’re taken aback by what you see.
"When you’re playing every day and training with those sort of players, you almost get accustomed to seeing it.
“But De Bruyne is still the one who gives me those moments, where I’m watching one of his games and he’ll produce a pass where I’m just like ‘wow!’”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Bolton Wanderers lineup vs Salford City confirmed

Bolton Wanderers boss Ian Evatt has made four changes for this evening 's clash against Salford City .
The Trotters take on the Ammies for the first ever meeting between the two sides this evening in the League Two encounter at the University of Bolton Stadium .
It will pit 10th against 20th in the fourth tier of English football and is being shown live on Sky Sports .
Wanderers were last in action against Crewe Alexandra in the FA Cup where Evatt made just one change .
Liam Gordon came in for the injured Harry Brockbank at left-wing back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be out with a hamstring problem until Christmas .
But Evatt has made four changes for this evening 's clash against the Ammies and there are some big changes to the side which took on the Railwaymen .
One of the biggest decisions has been the dropping of young goalkeeper Billy Crellin who up until now had played every minute of Evatt 's reign as boss .
But after several notable errors which have led to goals recently , he has been replaced in favour of the experienced Matt Gilks , who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The defence lines up with Alex Baptiste , Ricardo Almeida Santos and Ryan Delaney as the established back three , with Peter Kioso and the returning Gethin Jones the wing backs .
In central midfield will be skipper Antoni Sarcevic who had been 50/50 for today 's game , and alongside him will be Andrew Tutte who starts in place of Tom White , with Ali Crawford playing the more advanced midfield role .
And alongside Nathan Delfouneso returns Eoin Doyle to the Wanderers team where he will play against his former boss @ @ @ @ @ @ @ together last season at Swindon Town .
On the bench this evening for Bolton are Crellin , Gordon , Jak Hickman , White , Ronan Darcy , Shaun Miller and Lloyd Isgrove .

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Bolton Wanderers boss Ian Evatt has made four changes for this evening's clash against Salford City.
The Trotters take on the Ammies for the first ever meeting between the two sides this evening in the League Two encounter at the University of Bolton Stadium.
It will pit 10th against 20th in the fourth tier of English football and is being shown live on Sky Sports.
Wanderers were last in action against Crewe Alexandra in the FA Cup where Evatt made just one change.
Liam Gordon came in for the injured Harry Brockbank at left-wing back, with the Wanderers academy product poised to be out with a hamstring problem until Christmas.
But Evatt has made four changes for this evening's clash against the Ammies and there are some big changes to the side which took on the Railwaymen.
One of the biggest decisions has been the dropping of young goalkeeper Billy Crellin who up until now had played every minute of Evatt's reign as boss.
But after several notable errors which have led to goals recently, he has been replaced in favour of the experienced Matt Gilks, who comes in for his Wanderers debut.
The defence lines up with Alex Baptiste, Ricardo Almeida Santos and Ryan Delaney as the established back three, with Peter Kioso and the returning Gethin Jones the wing backs.
In central midfield will be skipper Antoni Sarcevic who had been 50/50 for today's game, and alongside him will be Andrew Tutte who starts in place of Tom White, with Ali Crawford playing the more advanced midfield role.
And alongside Nathan Delfouneso returns Eoin Doyle to the Wanderers team where he will play against his former boss Richie Wellens, with the duo working together last season at Swindon Town.
On the bench this evening for Bolton are Crellin, Gordon, Jak Hickman, White, Ronan Darcy, Shaun Miller and Lloyd Isgrove.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Man United evening headlines including club's stance on Ronaldo return

Good evening , Manchester United fans .
Here are your evening headlines for Friday , November 13. are not interested in re-signing Cristiano Ronaldo , .
The 35-year-old has this week been linked with a surprise return to Old Trafford amid doubts over his future at Juventus .
But United sources have dismissed claims that the club are set to make a move for Ronaldo next summer .
The Portugal international is contracted at Juventus until 2022 , though there have been claims that the Serie A champions intend to cut their hefty wage bill following the financial impact of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years as a United player between 2003 and 2009 , blossoming into one of the world 's finest players and winning three Premier League titles , the Champions League , the World Club Cup , and the FA Cup .
Marcus Rashford has taken to social media to back his international teammates after withdrawing from the England squad due to injury .
The 23-year-old was forced to pull out of Gareth Southgate ’ s contingent , missing Thursday night ’ s 3-0 friendly win over the Republic of Ireland .
It is not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be sidelined , but he seemed in good spirits on Twitter .
Rashford has returned to United to focus on his recovery ahead of the Premier League 's return in a little over a week .
Fernandes on the advice he ignored from former coach Bruno Fernandes has revealed he was told by a former coach to pursue a career as a centre-back .
The Portugal international is one of the best midfielders in the Premier League , excelling since his arrival at Manchester United in January .
But things might have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of one of his youth coaches .
“ I played central defender for the most part , when I started playing football , either central defence or right-back , ” Fernandes told .
“ I liked to play as a right-back because I was aggressive at the time , I was that guy who wanted to give tackles and everything .
As a central defender , I was the free one , being prepared to follow the wingers if the right-back wasn ’ t there and all that .
“ I was really @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said to me , ‘ If you want to be a top player , you will need to play as a central defender .
If you want to be a good player , you will be a midfielder ’ .
“ I think he was wrong but , maybe as a central defender , I could be much better , I don ’ t know !
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Good evening, Manchester United fans. Here are your evening headlines for Friday, November 13.
United’s Ronaldo stance revealed
Manchester United are not interested in re-signing Cristiano Ronaldo, MEN Sport understands .
The 35-year-old has this week been linked with a surprise return to Old Trafford amid doubts over his future at Juventus.
But United sources have dismissed claims that the club are set to make a move for Ronaldo next summer.
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The Portugal international is contracted at Juventus until 2022, though there have been claims that the Serie A champions intend to cut their hefty wage bill following the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
Ronaldo spent six years as a United player between 2003 and 2009, blossoming into one of the world's finest players and winning three Premier League titles, the Champions League, the World Club Cup, and the FA Cup.
Rashford sends message to teammates after injury
Marcus Rashford has taken to social media to back his international teammates after withdrawing from the England squad due to injury.
The 23-year-old was forced to pull out of Gareth Southgate’s contingent, missing Thursday night’s 3-0 friendly win over the Republic of Ireland.
It is not yet clear how long Rashford is expected to be sidelined, but he seemed in good spirits on Twitter.
“I'll be back. Good luck boys,” the Manchester United forward wrote.
Rashford has returned to United to focus on his recovery ahead of the Premier League's return in a little over a week.
Fernandes on the advice he ignored from former coach
Bruno Fernandes has revealed he was told by a former coach to pursue a career as a centre-back.
The Portugal international is one of the best midfielders in the Premier League, excelling since his arrival at Manchester United in January.
But things might have gone differently had Fernandes followed the advice of one of his youth coaches .
“I played central defender for the most part, when I started playing football, either central defence or right-back,” Fernandes told the UTD podcast .
“I liked to play as a right-back because I was aggressive at the time, I was that guy who wanted to give tackles and everything. As a central defender, I was the free one, being prepared to follow the wingers if the right-back wasn’t there and all that.
“I was really good, I had a coach who said to me, ‘If you want to be a top player, you will need to play as a central defender. If you want to be a good player, you will be a midfielder’.
“I think he was wrong but, maybe as a central defender, I could be much better, I don’t know!”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--McTominay sends EUROs message to English Manchester United team-mates

Scott McTominay is gearing up for an interesting face-off with his Manchester United team-mates after helping Scotland reach the European Championship finals .
The Scots beat Serbia on penalties in their qualifying play-off final in Belgrade on Thursday night to book a place at next summer 's rearranged tournament .
It is the first time Scotland have reached a major finals since 1998 - and they will be in a group with England , along with Croatia and the Czech Republic .
Steve Clarke 's men are due to face the Auld Enemy at Wembley in June , while playing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Park in Glasgow .
McTominay is expecting there to be a fair bit of banter with some his English club colleagues when he returns to United following international duty .
`` I do n't think it will start yet , '' the midfielder told Sky Sports from Serbia .
`` I feel like as soon as we walk through those doors to the training ground when we get back , it will probably start then .
`` Bring them ( England ) on .
We 're ready ! ''
Scotland produced an impressive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Christie 's 52nd-minute strike .
However , Luka Jovic headed a dramatic equaliser for the hosts in the 90th minute to force extra-time as the tie ended 1-1 .
Scotland converted all five spot kicks - including one from McTominay - before David Marshall denied Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic to seal victory and spark wild celebrations .
`` I 'm super proud of all the boys , '' said McTominay .
`` Everybody really stuck together , even before the penalties were taken .
`` Everybody said : 'Whatever happens here , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one of you for the efforts that you 've put in ' .
`` And then we just did what we had to do , and that was big Marshy saving a penalty .
`` It was amazing - probably the best day I 've ever had in football .
`` I feel like in life , I do n't think you do n't get many more high pressure scenarios than taking a penalty to get your country to the Euros .
`` All the boys stepped up and did what they had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ difficult one and I feel for Mitrovic and I had some words to say to him at the end .
`` He 's an amazing player and , for him , I feel like it 's a minor setback .
`` For us , I 'm just so pleased .
`` When that ( was saved ) , everybody had that relief and amazing feeling of going to the Euros .
It 's a special feeling and one that you can only replicate in coming tournaments .
We want that feeling again and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from a corner for Serbia 's goal - so joy was mixed with relief at the end .
`` When the goal went in it was difficult to take , in the 90th minute , you know , '' he said .
`` Obviously , it was your mistake and you have to have big balls to go and take a penalty .
`` So for me , I was the most relieved man in the stadium , by a long way .
`` Looking back on it now , the emotions went @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fast , you do n't really have time to process all your emotions .
You 're just lost in the game .
`` So when Marshy saved that penalty , it was amazing . ''
The celebrations continued long into the night back at the team 's hotel , as seen in various videos posted on social media .
`` It was special , '' said McTominay .
`` I feel like everybody has seen a lot of the videos of the celebrations that have been going on .
`` All the lads @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you just ca n't forget about stuff like that in your career .
`` It 's amazing when you look back .
All the boys are absolutely made up in there and the atmosphere in the camp is high . ''
Scotland will now turn their focus to Nations League matches away to Slovakia on Sunday and Israel on Wednesday .
`` Hopefully everybody rests and recovers and is ready to go again , '' said McTominay .
`` We have to really focus on being top of that group .
We do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ win during this international break - we want three like we did last time . ''

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Scott McTominay is gearing up for an interesting face-off with his Manchester United team-mates after helping Scotland reach the European Championship finals.
The Scots beat Serbia on penalties in their qualifying play-off final in Belgrade on Thursday night to book a place at next summer's rearranged tournament.
It is the first time Scotland have reached a major finals since 1998 - and they will be in a group with England, along with Croatia and the Czech Republic.
Steve Clarke's men are due to face the Auld Enemy at Wembley in June, while playing their other two group games at Hampden Park in Glasgow.
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McTominay is expecting there to be a fair bit of banter with some his English club colleagues when he returns to United following international duty.
"I don't think it will start yet," the midfielder told Sky Sports from Serbia. "I feel like as soon as we walk through those doors to the training ground when we get back, it will probably start then.
"Bring them (England) on. We're ready!"
Scotland produced an impressive display against Serbia and led through Ryan Christie's 52nd-minute strike.
However, Luka Jovic headed a dramatic equaliser for the hosts in the 90th minute to force extra-time as the tie ended 1-1.
Scotland converted all five spot kicks - including one from McTominay - before David Marshall denied Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic to seal victory and spark wild celebrations.
"I'm super proud of all the boys," said McTominay. "Everybody really stuck together, even before the penalties were taken.
"Everybody said: 'Whatever happens here, we're so proud of each and every one of you for the efforts that you've put in'.
"And then we just did what we had to do, and that was big Marshy saving a penalty.
"It was amazing - probably the best day I've ever had in football.
"I feel like in life, I don't think you don't get many more high pressure scenarios than taking a penalty to get your country to the Euros.
"All the boys stepped up and did what they had to do.
"Penalties are a difficult one and I feel for Mitrovic and I had some words to say to him at the end.
"He's an amazing player and, for him, I feel like it's a minor setback.
"For us, I'm just so pleased.
"When that (was saved), everybody had that relief and amazing feeling of going to the Euros. It's a special feeling and one that you can only replicate in coming tournaments. We want that feeling again and again."
McTominay lost his marker from a corner for Serbia's goal - so joy was mixed with relief at the end.
"When the goal went in it was difficult to take, in the 90th minute, you know," he said.
"Obviously, it was your mistake and you have to have big balls to go and take a penalty.
"So for me, I was the most relieved man in the stadium, by a long way.
"Looking back on it now, the emotions went so fast and the game went so fast, you don't really have time to process all your emotions. You're just lost in the game.
"So when Marshy saved that penalty, it was amazing."
The celebrations continued long into the night back at the team's hotel, as seen in various videos posted on social media.
"It was special," said McTominay. "I feel like everybody has seen a lot of the videos of the celebrations that have been going on.
"All the lads loved it. Celebrations like that, you just can't forget about stuff like that in your career.
"It's amazing when you look back. All the boys are absolutely made up in there and the atmosphere in the camp is high."
Scotland will now turn their focus to Nations League matches away to Slovakia on Sunday and Israel on Wednesday.
"Hopefully everybody rests and recovers and is ready to go again," said McTominay.
"We have to really focus on being top of that group. We don't want to settle for just one win during this international break - we want three like we did last time."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Seb Ikahihifo to remain a Red Devil in 2021

Sebastine Ikahihifo will remain a Red Devil in 2021 after agreeing to remain with Salford on a further season-long loan .
A former Super League Dream Team member , Ikahihifo enjoyed a strong year at the AJ Bell Stadium , helping the club to the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley .
He will reject the opportunity to link back up with former Salford boss Ian Watson at parent club Huddersfield Giants in order to remain with the Red Devils .
`` I 'm really looking forward to another year here , '' said the 29-year-old prop forward .
`` I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and I 'm playing my game .
`` I ’ ve never been in a team environment where there are so many uplifting personalities .
`` In the middles we have Moose and he ’ s a great leader , always aggressive in defence and attack , and everyone listens when he speaks .
He ’ s one of the best captains I ’ ve played with .
`` We all give each other energy in the pack , off the back of each other ’ s carries .
It will be great @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us , though .
Hearing them really gives you a lift . ''
Ikahihifo and former Giants teammate Oliver Roberts will both spend the 2021 season on loan at the AJ Bell Stadium .
Salford director of rugby Ian Blease explained his delight at securing the deal for next year .
`` We 've been really impressed with the way Seb 's applied himself with us this season , '' he said .
`` He recaptured the level of performance which made him one of the competition ’ s most effective front-rowers and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Wembley .
`` I was excited when we first brought him in and I ’ m sure all supporters can see why from his displays on the field , but what impressed me just as much , has been his contribution to our environment .
`` On Oliver Roberts ’ first day , I remember Seb made sure he was introduced to his new teammates , but also took him over to all the members of staff and introduced him to them .
`` It ’ s that kind of character that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I would therefore like to thank Richard Thewlis at Huddersfield for working with me on this deal .
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Sebastine Ikahihifo will remain a Red Devil in 2021 after agreeing to remain with Salford on a further season-long loan.
A former Super League Dream Team member, Ikahihifo enjoyed a strong year at the AJ Bell Stadium, helping the club to the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley.
He will reject the opportunity to link back up with former Salford boss Ian Watson at parent club Huddersfield Giants in order to remain with the Red Devils.
"I'm really looking forward to another year here," said the 29-year-old prop forward. "I got my mental confidence back this season and I'm playing my game.
"I’ve never been in a team environment where there are so many uplifting personalities.
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"In the middles we have Moose and he’s a great leader, always aggressive in defence and attack, and everyone listens when he speaks. He’s one of the best captains I’ve played with.
"We all give each other energy in the pack, off the back of each other’s carries. It will be great to have the crowd back to cheer us, though. Hearing them really gives you a lift."
Ikahihifo and former Giants teammate Oliver Roberts will both spend the 2021 season on loan at the AJ Bell Stadium.
Salford director of rugby Ian Blease explained his delight at securing the deal for next year.
"We've been really impressed with the way Seb's applied himself with us this season," he said.
"He recaptured the level of performance which made him one of the competition’s most effective front-rowers and showcased a determination which helped carry us to Wembley.
"I was excited when we first brought him in and I’m sure all supporters can see why from his displays on the field, but what impressed me just as much, has been his contribution to our environment.
"On Oliver Roberts’ first day, I remember Seb made sure he was introduced to his new teammates, but also took him over to all the members of staff and introduced him to them.
"It’s that kind of character that we want involved at our club and I would therefore like to thank Richard Thewlis at Huddersfield for working with me on this deal.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--A Lakes stay in sumptuous surroundings

A Lakes stay in sumptuous surroundings

Staying in the Lakes is always a treat , there are postcard pretty views and quaint but tourist-ready towns open for exploration .
And all only an hour and a half drive from Manchester .
Earlier this year , before household mixing didn ’ t cause panic and before Covid-19 rules became the only topic of conversation day in , day out , my family and I spent a wonderful weekend in Windermere , at the elegant Birkdale House .
Birkdale House is a newly renovated five-bedroom Victorian property nestled in the Matson Ground Estate in the very heart of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ House is quite literally as pretty as a picture and it offers everything you could possibly need for a break with family or friends .
The property has been renovated to the highest standard , and has only been open to the public since earlier this year .
The styling is superb , with modern features like oversized lamps and large extremely comfortable furniture and super high , super comfortable beds ( it made me think of the fairytale the princess and the pea ) fitting perfectly into the huge rooms , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ much more than an elegant nod to its Victorian heritage .
Some original features have been lovingly restored , like the breathtaking staircase and stained glass windows , and then modern facilities that make family breaks that bit easier added - like en suite bedrooms and family bathrooms , a downstairs bathroom and separate wet room , key code entry and fob keys for all entry points , and a brilliant heating system which sufficiently heated such a large house quickly .
With a perfectly presented country style kitchen stacked with excellent appliances @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ever need for a group stay , and a big utility room - which doubles up as a well-behaved dog ’ s bedroom , Birkdale House offers a very user-friendly and functional stay .
The House is located in its own private grounds , surrounded by immaculate gardens and an outdoor terrace – it ’ s peaceful yet practical .
You have the privacy and seclusion of the grounds for any outdoor games you wish to play , barbecues or other outdoors socialising , however it ’ s only a pleasant ten minute @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bowness on Windermere .
If you are like me and a walk into town to browse the shops and frequent the bars is more your thing , over hikes in the beautiful hills and countryside , I ’ d recommend catching a taxi back from the nearby taxi rank back up to the house .
The walk back to Birkdale House is all uphill , so I can ’ t say it was as pleasant as the wander down , although it certainly felt amazing once I ’ d conquered the steep climb @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the sofa .
Staying with Darcie , my three-year-old niece , we decided to make the most of our family time together while not interrupting her bedtime routine , by pre-ordering food to be delivered to the house .
This enabled a more relaxing meal time .
Lucy ’ s Inside Out Catering is readily available for bookings at Birkdale House offering a vast menu of hearty dishes , and complimenting sides .
The catering service is a slick operation .
We ordered chicken stroganoff and beef in ale and a couple @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , along with a couple of freshly made desserts .
The food was delivered at a pre-agreed time , and we just reheated the dishes in the foil trays they came in when we were ready to eat .
It was the perfect solution to keep the weekend relaxed - and more importantly keep me from feeling chained to the cooker .
The food was made from local ingredients and it was lovely to have excellent restaurant style food , in the comfort of your pyjamas !
After dinner we made use of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
While my dad tried to take over the gigantic 50 ” television with its surround sound set up , my niece was having none of it , and was excitedly dragging her grandad from the pool table , to the table top football game , and then diving on to the bean bag in front of the Disney film I ’ d found .
Although games/cinema rooms have never been a deal clincher for me when considering a property , this one is super impressive .
With heaters and fridges and comfy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ perfect room for our chilled out family evening - and would make an amazing party room , too .
The room is cleverly styled - vintage movie billboards were framed around the room keeping it in theme while cool and sophisticated .
Bright lighting and cleverly designed windows make it feel light and airy , it was easy to forget you were in the depths of the basement .
With Bowness on Windermere ’ s ferry terminal only a ten minute walk away , the next morning we were up early .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which was packed with breakfast essentials and snacks , and then we made our way to catch some of the best Lake District views from the water , on the old favourite ferries that run .
We took a trip out to Ambleside and enjoyed a walk around the town , treating ourselves to handmade chocolates from the Old Bank House Chocolate Shop before heading back again with our supplies to relax in the sumptuous surroundings of Birkdale House .
Dog-friendly property , sleeps up to 10 people in five individually designed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ short breaks , week-long breaks start from £4,900 ( equiv to £140 per couple per night )

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Staying in the Lakes is always a treat, there are postcard pretty views and quaint but tourist-ready towns open for exploration. And all only an hour and a half drive from Manchester.
Earlier this year, before household mixing didn’t cause panic and before Covid-19 rules became the only topic of conversation day in, day out, my family and I spent a wonderful weekend in Windermere, at the elegant Birkdale House.
Birkdale House is a newly renovated five-bedroom Victorian property nestled in the Matson Ground Estate in the very heart of the Lake District National Park.
Birkdale House is quite literally as pretty as a picture and it offers everything you could possibly need for a break with family or friends. The property has been renovated to the highest standard, and has only been open to the public since earlier this year. The styling is superb, with modern features like oversized lamps and large extremely comfortable furniture and super high, super comfortable beds (it made me think of the fairytale the princess and the pea) fitting perfectly into the huge rooms, and ensuite bedrooms, all the while giving much more than an elegant nod to its Victorian heritage.
Some original features have been lovingly restored, like the breathtaking staircase and stained glass windows, and then modern facilities that make family breaks that bit easier added - like en suite bedrooms and family bathrooms, a downstairs bathroom and separate wet room, key code entry and fob keys for all entry points, and a brilliant heating system which sufficiently heated such a large house quickly.
With a perfectly presented country style kitchen stacked with excellent appliances and jam-packed cupboards with all you could ever need for a group stay, and a big utility room - which doubles up as a well-behaved dog’s bedroom, Birkdale House offers a very user-friendly and functional stay.
The House is located in its own private grounds, surrounded by immaculate gardens and an outdoor terrace – it’s peaceful yet practical.
You have the privacy and seclusion of the grounds for any outdoor games you wish to play, barbecues or other outdoors socialising, however it’s only a pleasant ten minute stroll to the lovely bustling village of Bowness on Windermere.
If you are like me and a walk into town to browse the shops and frequent the bars is more your thing, over hikes in the beautiful hills and countryside, I’d recommend catching a taxi back from the nearby taxi rank back up to the house. The walk back to Birkdale House is all uphill, so I can’t say it was as pleasant as the wander down, although it certainly felt amazing once I’d conquered the steep climb and made my way to the comfort of the sofa.
Staying with Darcie, my three-year-old niece, we decided to make the most of our family time together while not interrupting her bedtime routine, by pre-ordering food to be delivered to the house. This enabled a more relaxing meal time.
Lucy’s Inside Out Catering is readily available for bookings at Birkdale House offering a vast menu of hearty dishes, and complimenting sides. The catering service is a slick operation.
We ordered chicken stroganoff and beef in ale and a couple of side salads that were super tasty, along with a couple of freshly made desserts. The food was delivered at a pre-agreed time, and we just reheated the dishes in the foil trays they came in when we were ready to eat.
It was the perfect solution to keep the weekend relaxed - and more importantly keep me from feeling chained to the cooker. The food was made from local ingredients and it was lovely to have excellent restaurant style food, in the comfort of your pyjamas!
After dinner we made use of the movie/games room in the converted cellar.
While my dad tried to take over the gigantic 50” television with its surround sound set up, my niece was having none of it, and was excitedly dragging her grandad from the pool table, to the table top football game, and then diving on to the bean bag in front of the Disney film I’d found.
Although games/cinema rooms have never been a deal clincher for me when considering a property, this one is super impressive. With heaters and fridges and comfy sofas and chairs, it was the perfect room for our chilled out family evening - and would make an amazing party room, too.
The room is cleverly styled - vintage movie billboards were framed around the room keeping it in theme while cool and sophisticated. Bright lighting and cleverly designed windows make it feel light and airy, it was easy to forget you were in the depths of the basement.
With Bowness on Windermere’s ferry terminal only a ten minute walk away, the next morning we were up early.
We made breakfast early using our welcome hamper, which was packed with breakfast essentials and snacks, and then we made our way to catch some of the best Lake District views from the water, on the old favourite ferries that run.
We took a trip out to Ambleside and enjoyed a walk around the town, treating ourselves to handmade chocolates from the Old Bank House Chocolate Shop before heading back again with our supplies to relax in the sumptuous surroundings of Birkdale House.
The facts
Birkdale House, Helm Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2NN
Visit birkdalewindermere.co.uk or call 015394 45756
Dog-friendly property, sleeps up to 10 people in five individually designed rooms. Rates start from £3,675 for short breaks, week-long breaks start from £4,900 (equiv to £140 per couple per night)


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Latest Greater Manchester infection rates as there's good news for ALL boroughs

Covid-19 infection rates are falling in each of Greater Manchester ’ s boroughs for the first time in months .
The 16 percent fall across Greater Manchester is the biggest downward trend since August .
However all ten areas are still recording rates well above the national average of 258.4 .
Oldham has the highest rate with 677.7 per 100,000 for the same period .
There were 1,607 cases recorded in the town during the week ending November 9 - which is 272 fewer than the previous week .
That 's the first time cases have gone down in Oldham @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the lowest rate in the region with 336.7 cases per 100,000 in the week ending November 9 .
The latest figures come as the Scientific Advisory Committee for Emergencies ( Sage ) said the reproduction number for coronavirus - the R value - is dropping across the UK and is potentially below one in some areas .
But the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling ( SPI-M ) - which reports to Sage - has warned that the reproduction rate of coronavirus must stay below one for “ some time ” to allow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ show SPI-M believe infections will rise at the same rate as before if the three-tier system is brought back in on December 2 .
The team warned that failing to stop the virus taking off again could have an impact on families getting together to celebrate Christmas .
In a document dated October 28 , SPI-M set out modelling scenarios of what may happen in the future .
It said : “ None of these scenarios are palatable .
“ Nevertheless , until such a time that more effective treatments are available or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been immunised , no other scenarios are possible.
” New figures from the Office for National Statistics ( ONS ) on Friday show there were an estimated 654,000 people in private households in England who had Covid-19 between October 31 and November 6 .
The figures are a rise from 618,700 people in the period October 25 to 31 , though ONS said daily infections had stabilised at about 50,000 .
The ONS said that while the infection rate has increased in recent weeks , “ the rate of increase is slower than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Zoe app study run by King ’ s College London found that the number of daily new Covid-19 cases is now declining across the UK .
Experts behind that study put the R in the North West at 0.8 , and the UK R value at 0.9 .
The Government said a further 376 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of Friday .
As of 9am on Friday , there have also been a further 27,301 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK , down from @ @ @ @

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Covid-19 infection rates are falling in each of Greater Manchester’s boroughs for the first time in months.
The 16 percent fall across Greater Manchester is the biggest downward trend since August.
However all ten areas are still recording rates well above the national average of 258.4.
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Oldham has the highest rate with 677.7 per 100,000 for the same period.
There were 1,607 cases recorded in the town during the week ending November 9 - which is 272 fewer than the previous week.
That's the first time cases have gone down in Oldham since August 29.
Stockport currently has the lowest rate in the region with 336.7 cases per 100,000 in the week ending November 9.
The latest figures come as the Scientific Advisory Committee for Emergencies (Sage) said the reproduction number for coronavirus - the R value - is dropping across the UK and is potentially below one in some areas.
But the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling (SPI-M) - which reports to Sage - has warned that the reproduction rate of coronavirus must stay below one for “some time” to allow families to gather at Christmas.
Documents show SPI-M believe infections will rise at the same rate as before if the three-tier system is brought back in on December 2.
The team warned that failing to stop the virus taking off again could have an impact on families getting together to celebrate Christmas.
In a document dated October 28, SPI-M set out modelling scenarios of what may happen in the future.
It said: “None of these scenarios are palatable.
“Nevertheless, until such a time that more effective treatments are available or a significant proportion of the population have been immunised, no other scenarios are possible.”
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New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Friday show there were an estimated 654,000 people in private households in England who had Covid-19 between October 31 and November 6.
The figures are a rise from 618,700 people in the period October 25 to 31, though ONS said daily infections had stabilised at about 50,000.
The ONS said that while the infection rate has increased in recent weeks, “the rate of increase is slower than previous weeks”.
Separate figures from the Zoe app study run by King’s College London found that the number of daily new Covid-19 cases is now declining across the UK.
Experts behind that study put the R in the North West at 0.8, and the UK R value at 0.9.
The Government said a further 376 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of Friday.
As of 9am on Friday, there have also been a further 27,301 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK, down from 33,470 on Thursday.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Garcia asked about his Man City future amid Barcelona speculation

Eric Garcia remains coy on his Manchester City future amid continued speculation that a return to Barcelona is on the cards .
Pep Guardiola dropped the surprising news that Garcia had opted against extending his contract with the club towards the end of last season , with his current deal set to expire in 2021 .
The 19-year-old had enjoyed a breakout season at City and had become a regular in the side but decided he wants to leave the club .
Garcia came through the ranks at Barca 's famed La Masia academy , before leaving for Manchester in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ return to the Camp Nou .
Barca were even interested in paying a fee to bring him back to Catalonia a year early this past summer but the cash-strapped club were unwilling to meet City 's demands of around £20million .
Even though Guardiola has said he has n't given up on convincing Garcia to stay , a move back to Barcelona seems likely this coming summer and a pre-contract agreement could be signed in January .
However , when asked about the potential transfer while on international duty with Spain , Garcia @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The only thing I can say is that I am a Manchester City player , ” he said , as reported by El Mundo .
“ I have a contract , and I am very grateful because they were the ones who bet on me .
“ I ’ m grateful for the confidence of Pep ( Guardiola ) , Txiki ( Begiristan ) , everyone… and nothing , just that.
” Garcia has impressed with his ability on the ball for City , a quality that no doubt has attracted the attention @ @ @ @ @ @ @ maintained that defending his first and most important job .
“ My function is to defend , if you have to kick , you do it , ” he added .
“ If you have to give a kick , it is done .
If you have to go out with the ball , it is done .
If you have to clear , it ’ s done .
“ It ’ s true that I like to go out with the ball played , also because in the clubs where I ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do it , but my first mission is to defend .
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Eric Garcia remains coy on his Manchester City future amid continued speculation that a return to Barcelona is on the cards.
Pep Guardiola dropped the surprising news that Garcia had opted against extending his contract with the club towards the end of last season, with his current deal set to expire in 2021.
The 19-year-old had enjoyed a breakout season at City and had become a regular in the side but decided he wants to leave the club. Garcia came through the ranks at Barca's famed La Masia academy, before leaving for Manchester in 2017, and is now expected to return to the Camp Nou.
Barca were even interested in paying a fee to bring him back to Catalonia a year early this past summer but the cash-strapped club were unwilling to meet City's demands of around £20million.
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Even though Guardiola has said he hasn't given up on convincing Garcia to stay, a move back to Barcelona seems likely this coming summer and a pre-contract agreement could be signed in January.
However, when asked about the potential transfer while on international duty with Spain, Garcia wasn't drawn to answer.
“The only thing I can say is that I am a Manchester City player,” he said, as reported by El Mundo.
“I have a contract, and I am very grateful because they were the ones who bet on me.
“I’m grateful for the confidence of Pep (Guardiola), Txiki (Begiristan), everyone… and nothing, just that.”
Garcia has impressed with his ability on the ball for City, a quality that no doubt has attracted the attention of Barcelona, but Garcia has also maintained that defending his first and most important job.
“My function is to defend, if you have to kick, you do it,” he added.
“If you have to give a kick, it is done. If you have to go out with the ball, it is done. If you have to clear, it’s done.
“It’s true that I like to go out with the ball played, also because in the clubs where I’ve been I’ve had to do it, but my first mission is to defend.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--The upsetting reason Strictly's Motsi Mabuse will miss this week's show

Strictly star Motsi Mabuse has revealed the upsetting reason she had to travel home to Germany resulting in her missing this week 's show .
The Strictly Come Dancing judge is self-isolating at home after returning to the UK from Germany in line with the latest government travel restrictions .
Professional dancer Anton Du Beke is set to replace her on the judging panel while she is in quarantine .
Motsi , 39 , had said her trip to Germany was 'urgent ' and has now revealed the reason she left the UK during lockdown .
She told fans on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after someone tried to break into her dance school .
The dancer said : `` Unfortunately we have no good news .
Someone tried to break into our school @ motsimabuse_taunustanzschule .
`` We are working with the police to solve this crime .
We know we have been targeted on purpose and we will improve security in our school that this will not happen again . ''
She also shared a photo of a door with the glass shattered inside .
Earlier in the week she confirmed to fans she would not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but said she hoped to make a virtual appearance from her living room .
She said : `` Hi Guys - Earlier this week I needed to travel to Germany for an urgent reason .
`` I will of course be following the UK Government guidelines and self-isolating for 14 days .
I 'll be watching from home and by the power of technology , should be in your living rooms .
`` Watch out though , I 'll be doing my own hair and make-up ! ''
Anton , who was the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with former home secretary Jacqui Smith , has said he is “ honoured ” to have been asked to temporarily fill in for the judge .
He told Strictly ’ s sister show It Takes Two : “ I can ’ t tell you how excited I am .
“ I am so thrilled for so many reasons .
“ I just love , love , love the show as everybody knows and to be asked just to fill in for Motsi for the next couple of weeks is just an absolute honour.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ BBC One

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Strictly star Motsi Mabuse has revealed the upsetting reason she had to travel home to Germany resulting in her missing this week's show.
The Strictly Come Dancing judge is self-isolating at home after returning to the UK from Germany in line with the latest government travel restrictions.
Professional dancer Anton Du Beke is set to replace her on the judging panel while she is in quarantine.
Motsi, 39, had said her trip to Germany was 'urgent' and has now revealed the reason she left the UK during lockdown.
She told fans on Instagram that she was working with police after someone tried to break into her dance school.
The dancer said: "Unfortunately we have no good news. Someone tried to break into our school @motsimabuse_taunustanzschule.
"We are working with the police to solve this crime. We know we have been targeted on purpose and we will improve security in our school that this will not happen again."
She also shared a photo of a door with the glass shattered inside.
Earlier in the week she confirmed to fans she would not be unable to film for the show but said she hoped to make a virtual appearance from her living room.
She said: "Hi Guys - Earlier this week I needed to travel to Germany for an urgent reason.
"I will of course be following the UK Government guidelines and self-isolating for 14 days. I'll be watching from home and by the power of technology, should be in your living rooms.
"Watch out though, I'll be doing my own hair and make-up!"
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Anton, who was the first to be eliminated from this series with former home secretary Jacqui Smith, has said he is “honoured” to have been asked to temporarily fill in for the judge.
He told Strictly’s sister show It Takes Two: “I can’t tell you how excited I am.
“I am so thrilled for so many reasons.
“I just love, love, love the show as everybody knows and to be asked just to fill in for Motsi for the next couple of weeks is just an absolute honour.”
Strictly Come Dancing continues tonight on BBC One


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Man Utd Women vs Manchester City highlights

It might only be the fourth meeting between Manchester United Women and Manchester City Women , but today 's WSL clash promises to be high quality as the league leaders welcome the FA Cup holders .
United are top of the Women 's Super League for the first time in their short history after an unbeaten start to the season which has seen them take a point from champions Chelsea before three off Arsenal last weekend .
They have only dropped two points all season , and boss Casey Stoney wants her side to build on the momentum from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , meanwhile , are in unfailair territory as they sit fifth in the table after a mixed start in the WSL , but they put eight past Bristol City last time out and were FA Cup winners at Wembley at the start of the month , setting up this latest derby to be one with plenty at stake .
This season , both sides have added extra quality to their squads , with two US world cup winners on either side .
Tobin Heath and Christen Press have joined United , while Sam @ @ @ @ @ @ @ City squad .
City also have Champions League winners Lucy Bronze and former United captain Alex Greenwood in their ranks .
Follow below for live updates from Leigh Sports Village :

It might only be the fourth meeting between Manchester United Women and Manchester City Women, but today's WSL clash promises to be high quality as the league leaders welcome the FA Cup holders.
United are top of the Women's Super League for the first time in their short history after an unbeaten start to the season which has seen them take a point from champions Chelsea before three off Arsenal last weekend. They have only dropped two points all season, and boss Casey Stoney wants her side to build on the momentum from the late win over the Gunners.
City, meanwhile, are in unfailair territory as they sit fifth in the table after a mixed start in the WSL, but they put eight past Bristol City last time out and were FA Cup winners at Wembley at the start of the month, setting up this latest derby to be one with plenty at stake.
This season, both sides have added extra quality to their squads, with two US world cup winners on either side. Tobin Heath and Christen Press have joined United, while Sam Mewis and Rose Lavelle are in the City squad. City also have Champions League winners Lucy Bronze and former United captain Alex Greenwood in their ranks.
Follow below for live updates from Leigh Sports Village:


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Man found with knife in a park, then caught waving fake gun around in street

A man who was spotted with a butchers knife in a park in Oldham had to be detained by armed police five months later after waving an imitation firearm in the street .
Members of the public had to tackle Rafaqat Hussain to the floor after they spotted him with the blade in Alexandra Park on November 15 last year .
Hussain was convicted of having a blade in a public place and handed a suspended prison sentence .
But just five months later , the 27-year-old was taken down by armed police after waving a fake gun in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now been jailed for eight months at Minshull Street Crown after a judge said he had 'not learnt his lesson ' .
Prosecutor Craig MacGregor told the court how armed police were called to Marlborough Street at around 5.30pm on April 14 this year .
A concerned member of the public spotted the defendant waving the imitation firearm - which was a BB gun - in the air , the court heard .
`` Armed officers attended the incident and this defendant was told to get to the floor '' , Mr MacGregor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ handgun coming out of his tracksuit bottoms and as he went to the floor that handgun fell out of the ground .
`` The gun is described as a military , green , self-loading style handgun and was fully loaded . ''
Hussain , from Oldham , was made subject of a suspended sentence for possessing a knife in November last year .
He received a three month sentence suspended for 12 months and was also given unpaid work , 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days and had to attend an alcohol treatment programme @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is relevant as on that occasion the defendant was seen at a public park , in Alexandra Park in Oldham , with a butchers knife '' , the prosecutor told the court .
`` Three witnesses took him to the ground and he was restrained by police officers when they arrived . ''
Defending , Mark Fireman said his client 'started well ' on his suspended sentence order .
He completed 36 out of 50 hours of unpaid work then 'fell off the radar ' when he committed the imitation firearm offence .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ two offences '' , Mr Fireman added .
`` He had obtained a BB gun , he was with friends and appeared to be showing off to friends either oblivious or not caring about the effect this would have on other people .
`` Highly trained armed police officers attended , he was made to get to the floor and was made to have very real firearms pointed at him .
`` He pleaded guilty at first opportunity .
These offences and the breach matter are the only substantial offences this defendant has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Hussain , of South Hill Street , Oldham , pleaded guilty to possessing an imitation firearm in a public place and breach of a suspended sentence .
Sentencing , Judge Bernadette Baxter said Hussain was 'extremely immature ' for his age .
She told him : `` The offence with a knife appears to have taken place in a public place and members of the public were able to disarm you and noone was hurt .
`` This year a concerned member of the public had informed the police because they had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the street .
`` It 's clear that these offences cross the custody threshold .
`` Anyone brandishing these fearsome looking kind of implements in the street must face custody , if anything else to deter other peoeple .
`` You do n't seem to have learnt your lesson since the previous offence . ''
Hussain was jailed for eight months .

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A man who was spotted with a butchers knife in a park in Oldham had to be detained by armed police five months later after waving an imitation firearm in the street.
Members of the public had to tackle Rafaqat Hussain to the floor after they spotted him with the blade in Alexandra Park on November 15 last year.
Hussain was convicted of having a blade in a public place and handed a suspended prison sentence.
But just five months later, the 27-year-old was taken down by armed police after waving a fake gun in the air in the street.
He has now been jailed for eight months at Minshull Street Crown after a judge said he had 'not learnt his lesson'.
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Prosecutor Craig MacGregor told the court how armed police were called to Marlborough Street at around 5.30pm on April 14 this year.
A concerned member of the public spotted the defendant waving the imitation firearm - which was a BB gun - in the air, the court heard.
"Armed officers attended the incident and this defendant was told to get to the floor", Mr MacGregor said.
"The police saw the handgun coming out of his tracksuit bottoms and as he went to the floor that handgun fell out of the ground.
"The gun is described as a military, green, self-loading style handgun and was fully loaded."
Hussain, from Oldham, was made subject of a suspended sentence for possessing a knife in November last year.
He received a three month sentence suspended for 12 months and was also given unpaid work, 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days and had to attend an alcohol treatment programme.
"The offence in this case is relevant as on that occasion the defendant was seen at a public park, in Alexandra Park in Oldham, with a butchers knife", the prosecutor told the court.
"Three witnesses took him to the ground and he was restrained by police officers when they arrived."
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Defending, Mark Fireman said his client 'started well' on his suspended sentence order.
He completed 36 out of 50 hours of unpaid work then 'fell off the radar' when he committed the imitation firearm offence.
"There are some similarities between the two offences", Mr Fireman added.
"He had obtained a BB gun, he was with friends and appeared to be showing off to friends either oblivious or not caring about the effect this would have on other people.
"Highly trained armed police officers attended, he was made to get to the floor and was made to have very real firearms pointed at him.
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"He pleaded guilty at first opportunity. These offences and the breach matter are the only substantial offences this defendant has been brought before the courts for."
Hussain, of South Hill Street, Oldham, pleaded guilty to possessing an imitation firearm in a public place and breach of a suspended sentence.
Sentencing, Judge Bernadette Baxter said Hussain was 'extremely immature' for his age.
She told him: "The offence with a knife appears to have taken place in a public place and members of the public were able to disarm you and noone was hurt.
"This year a concerned member of the public had informed the police because they had seen you with an imitation firearm on the street.
"It's clear that these offences cross the custody threshold.
"Anyone brandishing these fearsome looking kind of implements in the street must face custody, if anything else to deter other peoeple.
"You don't seem to have learnt your lesson since the previous offence."
Hussain was jailed for eight months.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Manchester United news and transfers LIVE

Manchester United have no plans to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo , despite recent reports .
Transfer gossip columns have been filled @ @ @ @ @ United could look to sign the five-times Ballon d'Or winner in the next summer transfer @ @ @ @ @ future at Juventus .
A report in Argentina suggested Ronaldo was 'tempted ' by the @ @ @ @ @ Manchester while one outlet in Portugal even suggested United had made a 'formal offer ' @ @ @ @ @ to Old Trafford .
However , MEN Sport understand that not to be the case @ @ @ @ @ the suggestion any deal was currently being discussed .
Ronaldo 's contract does not expire @ @ @ @ @ not only have to match his high wage demands themselves but also pay a transfer @ @ @ @ @ .
It makes the prospect of a deal highly unlikely considering United did not sign @ @ @ @ @ transfer window over similar concerns about the overall cost of such a deal in the @ @ @ @

Manchester United have no plans to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo, despite recent reports.
Transfer gossip columns have been filled this week by the suggestion United could look to sign the five-times Ballon d'Or winner in the next summer transfer window amid uncertainty over his future at Juventus.
A report in Argentina suggested Ronaldo was 'tempted' by the prospect of a return to Manchester while one outlet in Portugal even suggested United had made a 'formal offer' to bring the superstar back to Old Trafford.
However, MEN Sport understand that not to be the case with United sources laughing off the suggestion any deal was currently being discussed.
Ronaldo's contract does not expire until 2022 so United would not only have to match his high wage demands themselves but also pay a transfer fee to secure his exit.
It makes the prospect of a deal highly unlikely considering United did not sign Jadon Sancho in the summer transfer window over similar concerns about the overall cost of such a deal in the coronavirus financial climate.
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