themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-02--Real Madrid player Eder Militao sends warning to Man City

Eder Militao has warned Manchester City that Real Madrid will be victorious in their Champions League meeting on Friday .
Centre-back Militao is set to play for Madrid in place of the suspended Sergio Ramos and has told the club 's fan to expect them to progress to the last eight .
`` Real Madrid fans , we won ’ t have our captain against Manchester City but I will be there , '' Militao told AS .
`` I will play a good game , trust me .
We will come out victorious . ''
Militao says Madrid 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and that the game represents an opportunity to show he has what it takes to step into Ramos ' shoes .
He said : `` It ’ s an amazing feeling , a unique chance for me to give it all .
Ramos will not be there and I have to put my heart and soul out there .
`` It ’ s my big chance to prove that I can be trusted in tough games .
I am getting ready and I try to give my teammates confidence .
I hope it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Militao added : `` I ’ ve improved my preparation for each game .
My focus and concentration is even bigger ahead of the big games .
`` I get ready psychologically and each training session is different , we try to preview things that could happen in Manchester . ''
The 22-year-old went so far as to reveal that he has been picturing himself scoring his first goal for Madrid in the game .
He said : `` I imagine my first goal now , in Manchester .
The winning goal , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ know how to celebrate it , to be honest .
Everything is possible and I will go after it . ''

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Eder Militao has warned Manchester City that Real Madrid will be victorious in their Champions League meeting on Friday.
Centre-back Militao is set to play for Madrid in place of the suspended Sergio Ramos and has told the club's fan to expect them to progress to the last eight.
"Real Madrid fans, we won’t have our captain against Manchester City but I will be there," Militao told AS. "I will play a good game, trust me. We will come out victorious."
Militao says Madrid's training has been based around facing City and that the game represents an opportunity to show he has what it takes to step into Ramos' shoes.
He said: "It’s an amazing feeling, a unique chance for me to give it all. Ramos will not be there and I have to put my heart and soul out there.
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"It’s my big chance to prove that I can be trusted in tough games. I am getting ready and I try to give my teammates confidence. I hope it can be an unbelievable game."
Militao added: "I’ve improved my preparation for each game. My focus and concentration is even bigger ahead of the big games.
"I get ready psychologically and each training session is different, we try to preview things that could happen in Manchester."
The 22-year-old went so far as to reveal that he has been picturing himself scoring his first goal for Madrid in the game.
He said: "I imagine my first goal now, in Manchester. The winning goal, a header. I wouldn’t know how to celebrate it, to be honest. Everything is possible and I will go after it."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-02--Wayne Rooney names his only concern for Man City vs Real Madrid

Former Manchester United player Wayne Rooney says Manchester City 'may never have a better chance to win the Champions League ' and said his only concern for the Blues against Real Madrid is over their defence .
Pep Guardiola 's men are 2-1 up against Madrid going into the last-16 second leg game at the Etihad on Friday night .
`` City may never have a better chance to win the Champions League , '' Rooney says in his Sunday Times column .
“ Sergio Ramos is suspended which is a huge loss to the Real defence and I think @ @ @ @ @ @ @ solid enough at the back themselves is my only question .
“ Real will target their centre halves and it ’ s a worry that this season every other ( Premier League ) ‘ Big Six ’ club beat City ... this shows Guardiola ’ s team can struggle to keep the best sides out.
” Despite their defensive struggles , Rooney does believe City will come through the tie with the Spanish champions .
“ I saw Zinedine Zidane do it in his first spell as Real coach when he played against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it brought him successes , ” he added .
“ Yet my money is still on City .
They don ’ t have to chase the game .
They don ’ t have to score .
They can even afford to lose 1-0 and go through , and in the first leg they surprised Madrid by sitting in themselves .
“ It was the first time I ’ ve seen Guardiola play like that and I ’ ve a feeling he ’ ll do the same at the Etihad .
It could be @ @ @ @ @ @

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Former Manchester United player Wayne Rooney says Manchester City 'may never have a better chance to win the Champions League' and said his only concern for the Blues against Real Madrid is over their defence.
Pep Guardiola's men are 2-1 up against Madrid going into the last-16 second leg game at the Etihad on Friday night.
"City may never have a better chance to win the Champions League," Rooney says in his Sunday Times column. “Sergio Ramos is suspended which is a huge loss to the Real defence and I think City will score. Whether they are solid enough at the back themselves is my only question.
“Real will target their centre halves and it’s a worry that this season every other (Premier League) ‘Big Six’ club beat City... this shows Guardiola’s team can struggle to keep the best sides out.”
Despite their defensive struggles, Rooney does believe City will come through the tie with the Spanish champions.
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“I saw Zinedine Zidane do it in his first spell as Real coach when he played against Guardiola-style teams in big games, and it brought him successes,” he added.
“Yet my money is still on City. They don’t have to chase the game. They don’t have to score. They can even afford to lose 1-0 and go through, and in the first leg they surprised Madrid by sitting in themselves.
“It was the first time I’ve seen Guardiola play like that and I’ve a feeling he’ll do the same at the Etihad. It could be a game of cat-and-mouse.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--Downing Street give update on schools reopening in September

Schools will reopen “ for all pupils in all year groups ” in England at the start of the autumn term next month but local coronavirus lockdowns could force some closures , Downing Street has said today .
In a briefing to journalists , the Prime Minister ’ s official spokesman said on Monday : “ You ’ ve heard from the Prime Minister on many occasions his absolute commitment to getting children back into school in September and that ’ s vital for their education and their development .
“ We are planning for all pupils in all year @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the beginning of the autumn term.
” He added that “ hypothetically ” some schools might not reopen straight away “ if there was to be a very specific localised lockdown that requires a single school to close ” .
Currently , there are measures in place in Greater Manchester , which declared a major incident last night due to the rise in coronavirus cases .
It 's not clear how - or if - this will affect schools reopening next month .
Concern had been growing about schools reopening after England 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , warned on Friday at a Downing Street briefing that the country is `` near the limit '' for opening up society .
It is believed that one trade-off if schools want to reopen is other measures - such as pubs shutting .
Professor Graham Medley , a member of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies ( Sage ) , said ministers might have to consider closing pubs in England in order for lessons to start again next month .
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has previously pledged that both primary and secondary schools @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attendance ” .
At the weekend , teaching unions said school leaders , teachers and parents needed to be given `` greater clarity '' on the reopening of schools amid a rise in coronavirus cases and local lockdowns .
Extra measures have been brought in across Greater Manchester stopping two households meeting in their houses or gardens and in parts of Lancashire and Yorkshire due to an increase in infections .
But after the Prime Minister 's announcement on Friday about the slowing down in the easing of lockdown rules , Patrick Roach @ @ @ @ @ @ @ union , called on the government to provide “ clarification ” to schools .
He told the Observer : “ In light of recent changes to plans for relaxing lockdown measures , the government needs to provide greater clarity to school leaders , teachers and parents about what this will mean for the reopening of schools in September.
” Earlier , Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced two new coronavirus tests which were `` a big step forward '' in terms of how quickly results can be turned around , which could have an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Breakfast : “ These technologies which deliver these rapid turnaround tests will mean that we can expand testing capacity further and in into settings where , for instance… in schools , currently we have survey testing , so we have some testing , that would be able to be expanded .
“ But also looking across the community where we want to test people who don ’ t have symptoms to find out where the virus is .
”

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Schools will reopen “for all pupils in all year groups” in England at the start of the autumn term next month but local coronavirus lockdowns could force some closures, Downing Street has said today.
In a briefing to journalists, the Prime Minister’s official spokesman said on Monday: “You’ve heard from the Prime Minister on many occasions his absolute commitment to getting children back into school in September and that’s vital for their education and their development.
“We are planning for all pupils in all year groups to be in school full-time from the beginning of the autumn term.”
He added that “hypothetically” some schools might not reopen straight away “if there was to be a very specific localised lockdown that requires a single school to close”.
Currently, there are measures in place in Greater Manchester, which declared a major incident last night due to the rise in coronavirus cases.
It's not clear how - or if - this will affect schools reopening next month.
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Concern had been growing about schools reopening after England's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty, warned on Friday at a Downing Street briefing that the country is "near the limit" for opening up society.
It is believed that one trade-off if schools want to reopen is other measures - such as pubs shutting.
Professor Graham Medley, a member of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage), said ministers might have to consider closing pubs in England in order for lessons to start again next month.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has previously pledged that both primary and secondary schools will return in September “with full attendance”.
At the weekend, teaching unions said school leaders, teachers and parents needed to be given "greater clarity" on the reopening of schools amid a rise in coronavirus cases and local lockdowns.
Extra measures have been brought in across Greater Manchester stopping two households meeting in their houses or gardens and in parts of Lancashire and Yorkshire due to an increase in infections.
(Image: PA)
But after the Prime Minister's announcement on Friday about the slowing down in the easing of lockdown rules, Patrick Roach, general secretary of the NASUWT teaching union, called on the government to provide “clarification” to schools.
He told the Observer: “In light of recent changes to plans for relaxing lockdown measures, the government needs to provide greater clarity to school leaders, teachers and parents about what this will mean for the reopening of schools in September.”
Earlier, Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced two new coronavirus tests which were "a big step forward" in terms of how quickly results can be turned around, which could have an impact on schools.
He told BBC Breakfast: “These technologies which deliver these rapid turnaround tests will mean that we can expand testing capacity further and in into settings where, for instance… in schools, currently we have survey testing, so we have some testing, that would be able to be expanded.
“But also looking across the community where we want to test people who don’t have symptoms to find out where the virus is.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--Man high on cannabis drives to collect arrested friend from police

Police caught a disqualified drug driver and seized the car - but when a 'mate ' arrived to pick up the passenger , officers smelled something funny going on .
The officers spotted a VW Golf being driven around the Lower Broughton area of Salford in the early hours of Sunday morning .
The driver was stopped by police after offices became suspicious because of the time of day and the car being registered outside the area .
Police clocked that the driver had been using drugs before discovering that he was also disqualified from being behind the wheel .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ for cannabis and driving while disqualified , and police seized the car .
The front seat passenger was searched and found to have a 'small amount of personal cannabis ' - he was let off with a caution and arranged for a friend to come and collect him .
But when his lift turned up , police got another surprise .
Officers noticed 'the strong smell of cannabis ' coming from the car and pounced on the driver and his three passengers .
The friend who kindly offered to pick up his pal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the small hours was also revealed to be under the influence of drugs .
He , too , was arrested , with officers saying 'you ca n't make this up , should have taken a taxi ' .
Officers from GMP Eccles said in a Facebook post yesterday : `` In the early hours of the morning officers from the Transport Unit , sighted a VW Golf being driven around the Lower Broughton area , Salford .
`` Due to the early hour and car being registered out of the area the vehicle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It became apparent the driver was under the influence of drugs and after a few checks was discovered to be a disqualified driver .
`` The front seat passenger was stop searched under S23 misuse of drugs act , and was found to be in possession of a small amount of personal cannabis .
`` Drugs seized and caution issued dealt with at the road side .
`` The front seat passengers was now walking home so arranged for a mate to come pick him up , his lift turned up to take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ strong smell of cannabis coming from the vehicle and detained the driver .
`` He was tested for drugs and found to be driving under the influence of cannabis , another male adult arrested S5A ( ca n't make this up ) .
`` The three other passengers in the vehicle were all stop searched and two were found to be in possession of cannabis .
`` Drugs seized and road side cautions issued .
Two drug drivers taken of the road , three cannabis warnings issued and one vehicle seized .
All @ @ @ @ @ @ @ persons walking , should have got a taxi . ''

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Police caught a disqualified drug driver and seized the car - but when a 'mate' arrived to pick up the passenger, officers smelled something funny going on.
The officers spotted a VW Golf being driven around the Lower Broughton area of Salford in the early hours of Sunday morning.
The driver was stopped by police after offices became suspicious because of the time of day and the car being registered outside the area.
Police clocked that the driver had been using drugs before discovering that he was also disqualified from being behind the wheel.
The man was arrested for testing positive for cannabis and driving while disqualified, and police seized the car.
The front seat passenger was searched and found to have a 'small amount of personal cannabis' - he was let off with a caution and arranged for a friend to come and collect him.
But when his lift turned up, police got another surprise.
Officers noticed 'the strong smell of cannabis' coming from the car and pounced on the driver and his three passengers.
The friend who kindly offered to pick up his pal from the side of the road in the small hours was also revealed to be under the influence of drugs.
He, too, was arrested, with officers saying 'you can't make this up, should have taken a taxi'.
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Officers from GMP Eccles said in a Facebook post yesterday: "In the early hours of the morning officers from the Transport Unit, sighted a VW Golf being driven around the Lower Broughton area, Salford.
"Due to the early hour and car being registered out of the area the vehicle was stopped and driver spoken to. It became apparent the driver was under the influence of drugs and after a few checks was discovered to be a disqualified driver.
"Male adult arrested S5A positive for cannabis, and disqualified driving, vehicle seized.
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"The front seat passenger was stop searched under S23 misuse of drugs act, and was found to be in possession of a small amount of personal cannabis.
"Drugs seized and caution issued dealt with at the road side.
"The front seat passengers was now walking home so arranged for a mate to come pick him up, his lift turned up to take him home, officers quickly noticed the strong smell of cannabis coming from the vehicle and detained the driver.
"He was tested for drugs and found to be driving under the influence of cannabis, another male adult arrested S5A (can't make this up).
"The three other passengers in the vehicle were all stop searched and two were found to be in possession of cannabis.
"Drugs seized and road side cautions issued. Two drug drivers taken of the road, three cannabis warnings issued and one vehicle seized. All from one traffic stop.
"Four persons walking, should have got a taxi."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--How Bruno Fernandes has affected Man United's summer budget

The anticipation is growing steadily as Manchester United fans await news of their first summer arrival .
Ed Woodward and co. only have seven days left to recruit their new No.7 if Borussia Dortmund are to stick to their self-imposed Jadon Sancho transfer deadline , but there is reason why the deal has n't been concluded yet .
The early business conducted by both Manchester City and Chelsea has amplified the pressure on United to get a deal done briskly , but United are currently relaxed over the speed of the negotiations .
It is true United are keen to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ done previously under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer but there is careful forward planning behind their current methodical approach .
United are keen to pay for Sancho in a series of instalments with an initial base fee followed by performance related add-ons and future fees which will see them match Dortmund 's €120million asking price , but not all in one go .
United are looking to agree a deal that would include a high amount of performance add-ons to drive down the initial expenditure .
Doing so would free up more money to spend @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other areas of the pitch as United look to build on their positive foundations to mount a serious Premier league title challenge next season .
Despite going into this summer 's unusual summer window in a better position than most , United accept it will be tricky to conclude as much business as they would have hoped for , and the matter is only further complicated by the January arrival of Fernandes .
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Speaking at the time the Fernandes deal was concluded , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on United 's summer budget : `` Of course signings and expenditure will affect your budget , '' he answered , before adding : `` of course it is , '' when asked specifically if the money spent on Fernandes would otherwise have been part of United 's summer budget .
The deal to sign Fernandes paid for itself with the financial gain of returning to the Champions League next season , but his impact came at such a speed that United already owe Sporting Lisbon another £4.2million as a result of their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ League was worth £23million in adidas sponsorship money to United , so the club will likely have few gripes with having to pay Sporting an additional fee .
However , the deal to sign Fernandes comes as further evidence as to why structuring a payment plan for Sancho effectively is so important this summer .

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The anticipation is growing steadily as Manchester United fans await news of their first summer arrival.
Ed Woodward and co. only have seven days left to recruit their new No.7 if Borussia Dortmund are to stick to their self-imposed Jadon Sancho transfer deadline, but there is reason why the deal hasn't been concluded yet.
The early business conducted by both Manchester City and Chelsea has amplified the pressure on United to get a deal done briskly, but United are currently relaxed over the speed of the negotiations.
It is true United are keen to secure transfer targets faster than they have done previously under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer but there is careful forward planning behind their current methodical approach.
United are keen to pay for Sancho in a series of instalments with an initial base fee followed by performance related add-ons and future fees which will see them match Dortmund's €120million asking price, but not all in one go.
United are looking to agree a deal that would include a high amount of performance add-ons to drive down the initial expenditure. Doing so would free up more money to spend this summer on strengthening the squad in other areas of the pitch as United look to build on their positive foundations to mount a serious Premier league title challenge next season.
Despite going into this summer's unusual summer window in a better position than most, United accept it will be tricky to conclude as much business as they would have hoped for, and the matter is only further complicated by the January arrival of Fernandes.
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Speaking at the time the Fernandes deal was concluded, Solskjaer admitted signing Fernandes would have implications on United's summer budget: "Of course signings and expenditure will affect your budget," he answered, before adding: "of course it is," when asked specifically if the money spent on Fernandes would otherwise have been part of United's summer budget.
The deal to sign Fernandes paid for itself with the financial gain of returning to the Champions League next season, but his impact came at such a speed that United already owe Sporting Lisbon another £4.2million as a result of their top-four finish.
Qualification for the Champions League was worth £23million in adidas sponsorship money to United, so the club will likely have few gripes with having to pay Sporting an additional fee. However, the deal to sign Fernandes comes as further evidence as to why structuring a payment plan for Sancho effectively is so important this summer.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--The new rules for going on holiday in Manchester or North West of England

The bombshell announcement that much of the north of England will be placed under stricter coronavirus measures came as a shock to most .
And many will be wondering what this means for those scheduled to visit one of the affected areas in the coming weeks .
After the PM encouraged disappointed holidaymakers to grab a bucket and spade and embrace a British staycation , tourist traps in the north were looking forward to a bumper summer season .
But what does the restrictions mean for those planning a break in the north ?
Maybe you were looking forward to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gorgeous corner of Britain , hoped to discover a hidden gem , or had a city break planned in one of the metropolitan areas .
If you 've got a trip booked or thinking of planning a visit , here 's everything you need to know about holidaying in Manchester , Lancashire and Yorkshire in light of the new lockdown .
Can tourists still holiday in the listed areas ?
Government advice states that people can still go on holiday in the above areas .
However they say you `` must avoid socialising @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It will be illegal to stay in the home of a friend or family member unless you are already in a `` support bubble '' with them .
Advice also states not to visit friends or family in their garden , and not to meet up with them in a pub , beer garden , cafe or restaurant .
But you can meet them in an outdoor space such as a park or beauty spot in groups of no more than six people .
The exception to this is if the group @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in which case it can be more that six .
The advice adds that at all times , `` you should socially distance from people you do not live with – unless they are in your support bubble . ''
Can residents of Greater Manchester , Lancashire and Yorkshire go on holiday outside of their area ?
Official advice from the Government states that residents of the areas listed can still go on holiday , but you should only do this with people they live with , or have formed a `` support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ warned they should not travel outside of this area to meet people in their homes or gardens .
The guidance states : “ You should not travel outside of this area to meet people in their homes or gardens , ” reads the guidance , but , “ You can still go on holiday , but you should only do this with people you live with ( or have formed a support bubble with ) .
” Pubs , restaurants , cafes , shops , places of worship , community centres , leisure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attractions will remain open however it will be a good idea to check ahead before travel .
There are some exceptions - all businesses and venues that were required to remain closed before July 31 in Blackburn with Darwen and in Bradford must continue to remain closed to members of the public .
But in all cases , social distancing measures will be in place , masks required in indoor spaces and strict hygiene encouraged .
Guidelines also state you should `` avoid interaction with individuals or groups from other households '' , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ensure they comply .
Can you get a refund on a holiday in these areas ?
If you cancel , it is unlikely you will get a refund , and travel insurance is not likely to cover `` disinclination to travel '' given the government has not advised not to travel to the area .
If you are concerned , contact your accommodation provider and/or insurance company - in some instances they may be flexible .

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The bombshell announcement that much of the north of England will be placed under stricter coronavirus measures came as a shock to most.
And many will be wondering what this means for those scheduled to visit one of the affected areas in the coming weeks.
After the PM encouraged disappointed holidaymakers to grab a bucket and spade and embrace a British staycation, tourist traps in the north were looking forward to a bumper summer season.
But what does the restrictions mean for those planning a break in the north?
Maybe you were looking forward to rambling the expansive beauty spots of this gorgeous corner of Britain, hoped to discover a hidden gem, or had a city break planned in one of the metropolitan areas.
If you've got a trip booked or thinking of planning a visit, here's everything you need to know about holidaying in Manchester, Lancashire and Yorkshire in light of the new lockdown.
The areas affected
Greater Manchester
City of Manchester
Trafford
Stockport
Oldham
Bury
Wigan
Bolton
Tameside
Rochdale
Salford
West Yorkshire
Bradford
Calderdale
Kirklees
Lancashire
Blackburn with Darwen
Burnley
Hyndburn
Pendle
Rossendale
Can tourists still holiday in the listed areas?
Government advice states that people can still go on holiday in the above areas.
However they say you "must avoid socialising with people indoors when doing so".
It will be illegal to stay in the home of a friend or family member unless you are already in a "support bubble" with them. Advice also states not to visit friends or family in their garden, and not to meet up with them in a pub, beer garden, cafe or restaurant.
But you can meet them in an outdoor space such as a park or beauty spot in groups of no more than six people.
The exception to this is if the group includes only people from two households, in which case it can be more that six.
The advice adds that at all times, "you should socially distance from people you do not live with – unless they are in your support bubble."
Can residents of Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Yorkshire go on holiday outside of their area?
Official advice from the Government states that residents of the areas listed can still go on holiday, but you should only do this with people they live with, or have formed a "support bubble" with.
However they are warned they should not travel outside of this area to meet people in their homes or gardens.
The guidance states: “You should not travel outside of this area to meet people in their homes or gardens,” reads the guidance, but, “You can still go on holiday, but you should only do this with people you live with (or have formed a support bubble with).”
Will attractions be open?
Pubs, restaurants, cafes, shops, places of worship, community centres, leisure and entertainment venues, and other visitor attractions will remain open however it will be a good idea to check ahead before travel.
There are some exceptions - all businesses and venues that were required to remain closed before July 31 in Blackburn with Darwen and in Bradford must continue to remain closed to members of the public.
But in all cases, social distancing measures will be in place, masks required in indoor spaces and strict hygiene encouraged.
Guidelines also state you should "avoid interaction with individuals or groups from other households", with businesses urged to take steps to ensure they comply.
Can you get a refund on a holiday in these areas?
If you cancel, it is unlikely you will get a refund, and travel insurance is not likely to cover "disinclination to travel" given the government has not advised not to travel to the area.
If you are concerned, contact your accommodation provider and/or insurance company - in some instances they may be flexible.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--Third arrest for attempted murder after NHS worker hit by car in racist attack

Police have made a third arrest for attempted murder following a racially-aggravated hit-and-run attack on an NHS worker as he walked home from work in Bristol .
The 21-year-old suffered a broken leg , nose and cheekbone in the attack and will require plastic surgery to his face and leg .
The musician , who wishes only to be referred to by his stage name Kdogg , was walking to a bus stop after finishing work at Southmead Hospital in Bristol at about 4.30pm on July 22 .
He was listening to music on his headphones when a car was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ struck by a car and suffered serious injuries .
On Saturday morning , police arrested two 18-year-old men on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with the incident .
Yesterday , a 22-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of attempted murder , police said on Monday and all three have since been released by police under investigation .
Superintendent Andy Bennett , of Avon and Somerset Police , said : “ The dedicated team investigating this incident are committed to carrying out a thorough investigation and I hope this third arrest provides @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wider community about how seriously we ’ re treating this incident.
” The force said the attack is being treated as racially aggravated due to the racist language used by the occupants of the dark blue Honda Accord car that struck Kdogg .
Police said two 18-year-old men in the vehicle used racist language before running away from the vehicle .
Kdogg , a keen footballer , has been left unable to walk without crutches , only able to sleep sitting upright in a chair and requiring regular hospital treatment for his injuries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a minimum of six months before Kdogg is able to do most things , but it will take longer for him to be back to full fitness .
He has been left permanently scarred , with surgeons unable to remove glass and grit in his face .
His family are being supported by the charity Stand Against Racism & Inequality ( Sari ) .
Supt Bennett said the force continued to work with community leaders , the local authority and the charity Stand Against Racism & Inequality ( Sari ) , which is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ added : “ I ’ d like to thank the many members of the public who have shown their support either by providing us with information or making gestures of solidarity with the victim .
“ Bristol is a wonderful city full of diverse communities and I continue to be heartened by its reactions to incidents such as this.
” On Sunday afternoon , protesters marched on Monks Park Avenue holding placards in support of Kdogg and the Black Lives Matter movement .
They later laid the placards at the spot where he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seen to a wall that was hit by the car .
A fundraising page set up by Kdogg ’ s friend Simeon Mccarthy has received more than £45,000 in donations , and has been supported by the band Massive Attack .

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Police have made a third arrest for attempted murder following a racially-aggravated hit-and-run attack on an NHS worker as he walked home from work in Bristol.
The 21-year-old suffered a broken leg, nose and cheekbone in the attack and will require plastic surgery to his face and leg.
The musician, who wishes only to be referred to by his stage name Kdogg, was walking to a bus stop after finishing work at Southmead Hospital in Bristol at about 4.30pm on July 22.
He was listening to music on his headphones when a car was deliberately driven at him.
He was struck by a car and suffered serious injuries.
On Saturday morning, police arrested two 18-year-old men on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with the incident.
Yesterday, a 22-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, police said on Monday and all three have since been released by police under investigation.
Superintendent Andy Bennett, of Avon and Somerset Police, said: “The dedicated team investigating this incident are committed to carrying out a thorough investigation and I hope this third arrest provides further reassurance to the victim and the wider community about how seriously we’re treating this incident.”
The force said the attack is being treated as racially aggravated due to the racist language used by the occupants of the dark blue Honda Accord car that struck Kdogg.
Police said two 18-year-old men in the vehicle used racist language before running away from the vehicle.
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Kdogg, a keen footballer, has been left unable to walk without crutches, only able to sleep sitting upright in a chair and requiring regular hospital treatment for his injuries.
Doctors have said it will take a minimum of six months before Kdogg is able to do most things, but it will take longer for him to be back to full fitness.
He has been left permanently scarred, with surgeons unable to remove glass and grit in his face.
His family are being supported by the charity Stand Against Racism & Inequality (Sari).
Supt Bennett said the force continued to work with community leaders, the local authority and the charity Stand Against Racism & Inequality (Sari), which is supporting Kdogg and his family.
He added: “I’d like to thank the many members of the public who have shown their support either by providing us with information or making gestures of solidarity with the victim.
“Bristol is a wonderful city full of diverse communities and I continue to be heartened by its reactions to incidents such as this.”
On Sunday afternoon, protesters marched on Monks Park Avenue holding placards in support of Kdogg and the Black Lives Matter movement.
They later laid the placards at the spot where he was injured, where damage could be seen to a wall that was hit by the car.
A fundraising page set up by Kdogg’s friend Simeon Mccarthy has received more than £45,000 in donations, and has been supported by the band Massive Attack.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--Police shut off two streets with man on roof - latest updates

Emergency services are currently responding to reports of a man on a roof on a high street in Oldham .
@ @ @ @ @ crews are currently at the scene on Farrow Street East in Shaw .
Market Street @ @ @ @ @ closed off .
People are being asked to avoid the area .
A Greater Manchester @ @ @ @ @ Police , fire and ambulance services are in attendance at Farrow Street East , Oldham @ @ @ @ @ man on the roof of a local business premises .
`` Road closures are in @ @ @ @ @ to the incident . ''
In a tweet , Transport for Greater Manchester said : @ @ @ @ @ , Shaw are both closed between their junctions with Rochdale Road and Farrow Street due @ @ @ @ @ There are reports of a large police presence on social media .
Follow our live @ @ @ @ @ updates .

Emergency services are currently responding to reports of a man on a roof on a high street in Oldham.
Police, ambulance and fire crews are currently at the scene on Farrow Street East in Shaw.
Market Street and Westway have both been closed off.
People are being asked to avoid the area.
A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: "Police, fire and ambulance services are in attendance at Farrow Street East, Oldham following a report of a man on the roof of a local business premises.
"Road closures are in place while emergency services respond to the incident."
In a tweet, Transport for Greater Manchester said: "Market Street and Westway, Shaw are both closed between their junctions with Rochdale Road and Farrow Street due to a police incident.
"Please find alternative route."
There are reports of a large police presence on social media.
Follow our live blog below for the latest updates.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--17-year-old boy appears in court accused of murder

A 17-year-old boy has appeared in court today accused of the murder of Mohamoud Mohamed .
The boy , who can not be named for legal reasons because of his age , appeared in the dock at Manchester Magistrates Court this morning ( August 3 ) .
He spoke only to confirm his name , date of birth and address .
The teenager , of Openshaw , is charged with one offence of murder of Mohamoud Mohamed and an offence of possession of a bladed article , both taking place on July 26 .
At around 7.15pm last Sunday ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Henbury Street , Moss Side after they received reports of a disturbance .
Emergency services attended and 17-year-old Mohamoud was pronounced dead at the scene .
There was no application for bail .
The boy was remanded into youth detention accommodation and will next appear at Manchester Crown Court for a preliminary hearing tomorrow ( August 4 ) .
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A 17-year-old boy has appeared in court today accused of the murder of Mohamoud Mohamed.
The boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons because of his age, appeared in the dock at Manchester Magistrates Court this morning (August 3).
He spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth and address.
The teenager, of Openshaw, is charged with one offence of murder of Mohamoud Mohamed and an offence of possession of a bladed article, both taking place on July 26.
No pleas were entered.
At around 7.15pm last Sunday (July 26), police were called to Henbury Street, Moss Side after they received reports of a disturbance.
Emergency services attended and 17-year-old Mohamoud was pronounced dead at the scene.
There was no application for bail.
The boy was remanded into youth detention accommodation and will next appear at Manchester Crown Court for a preliminary hearing tomorrow (August 4).
Get breaking news first on the free Manchester Evening News app - download it here for your Apple or Android device. You can also get a round-up of the biggest stories sent direct to your inbox every day with the MEN email newsletter - subscribe here. And you can follow us on Facebook here.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--Inter name Man United flop Alexis Sanchez in Europa League squad

Inter Milan have named Alexis Sanchez in their Europa League squad for the knockout stage .
The MEN reported last week Inter were confident of signing Sanchez , 31 , permanently from Manchester United in a deal early on in the summer transfer window .
Inter have kept Sanchez in their squad for the resumption of their campaign , which starts with the round-of-16 second leg visit of Getafe on Wednesday .
United and Inter were kept apart in the draw and could face each other in the final in Cologne on August 21 .
Inter 's squad also includes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Young , as well as Premier League imports Christian Eriksen and Victor Moses .
Sanchez , 31 , found form after the season restarted in Italy , scoring three goals and creating another seven , having previously managed one goal in nine Serie A games .
Sanchez was sidelined for three months of the campaign with a knee injury .
The Chile international completed 90 minutes in a club game for the first time in 22 months against Brescia last month and Inter chief executive Beppe Marotta confirmed the club was receptive to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an option to buy for a fixed fee in the loan agreement for Sanchez in case his re-sale value increased .
Sanchez is contracted to United until 2022 and the MEN revealed in February the club had started looking for potential buyers .
Inter are paying 75 per cent of Sanchez 's £400,000 weekly net wages .
In a January press conference , Ole Gunnar Solskjaer claimed 'Alexis will come back in the summer and prove you all wrong ' but was partly provoked by a reporter who , midway through Solskjaer 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ return of Sanchez .
Senior United sources have confirmed Solskjaer wanted rid of Sanchez last year .

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Inter Milan have named Alexis Sanchez in their Europa League squad for the knockout stage.
The MEN reported last week Inter were confident of signing Sanchez, 31, permanently from Manchester United in a deal early on in the summer transfer window.
Inter have kept Sanchez in their squad for the resumption of their campaign, which starts with the round-of-16 second leg visit of Getafe on Wednesday.
United and Inter were kept apart in the draw and could face each other in the final in Cologne on August 21. Inter's squad also includes former United players Romelu Lukaku and Ashley Young, as well as Premier League imports Christian Eriksen and Victor Moses.
Sanchez, 31, found form after the season restarted in Italy, scoring three goals and creating another seven, having previously managed one goal in nine Serie A games. Sanchez was sidelined for three months of the campaign with a knee injury.
The Chile international completed 90 minutes in a club game for the first time in 22 months against Brescia last month and Inter chief executive Beppe Marotta confirmed the club was receptive to signing Sanchez.
United did not include an option to buy for a fixed fee in the loan agreement for Sanchez in case his re-sale value increased. Sanchez is contracted to United until 2022 and the MEN revealed in February the club had started looking for potential buyers. Inter are paying 75 per cent of Sanchez's £400,000 weekly net wages.
In a January press conference, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer claimed 'Alexis will come back in the summer and prove you all wrong' but was partly provoked by a reporter who, midway through Solskjaer's sentence, expressed surprise at the suggested return of Sanchez.
Senior United sources have confirmed Solskjaer wanted rid of Sanchez last year.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--Manchester United news and transfers LIVE

Chris Smalling is set to miss the final stages of the Europa League with Roma and return to Manchester United @ @ @ @ @ giants running out of time to do a deal for the centre back .
The @ @ @ @ @ Smalling to Roma for the season was extended to cover the end of the Serie @ @ @ @ @ was never going to be extended again to take in the conclusion to the Europa @ @ @ @ @ , Roma would have to complete a permanent transfer or another long-term loan for Smalling @ @ @ @ @ happen in time for him to be registered in their squad for the final stages @ @ @ @ @ , United have been linked with a move for Lille defender Gabriel Magalhaes who is @ @ @ @ @ of Chelsea and PSG , while Jadon Sancho remains a top target .
Follow our @ @ @ @ @ news today .

newsdesk@men-news.co.uk (Dominic Booth, Richard Fay)

Chris Smalling is set to miss the final stages of the Europa League with Roma and return to Manchester United, with the Serie A giants running out of time to do a deal for the centre back.
The original loan deal that took Smalling to Roma for the season was extended to cover the end of the Serie A campaign, but it was never going to be extended again to take in the conclusion to the Europa League this month.
Instead, Roma would have to complete a permanent transfer or another long-term loan for Smalling and that is unlikely to happen in time for him to be registered in their squad for the final stages of the competition.
Elsewhere, United have been linked with a move for Lille defender Gabriel Magalhaes who is also reportedly on the shortlist of Chelsea and PSG, while Jadon Sancho remains a top target.
A recap of today's news.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--Brand new restaurants and bars to try in Greater Manchester

While Greater Manchester is getting to grips with new local lockdown measures , its bars and restaurants remain open .
The new rules mean you can only now visit them with members of your household or support bubble , however .
It 's been a tough time for the hospitality industry and many established businesses have already seen a wave of cancellations since Thursday night 's last-minute announcement .
It 's an incredibly tricky time for operators trying to open brand new venues too .
Many of these were supposed to open earlier this year but had to be mothballed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in March .
Now they 're finally ready to welcome you - just as restrictions begin to tighten again .
If you 're thinking of heading out with your household this month to take advantage of the Eat Out to Help Out scheme , or fancy supporting somewhere local by ordering a takeaway instead , here are some of the latest options for you .
Due to open on Bramhall Lane when lockdown hit , Davenport 's new neighbourhood bar is finally open and already proving popular .
Named for Stockport 's hat-making @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ale from Bollington Brewery alongside Seven Brothers Easy IPA and Camden beers on keg , and SiDa Holmes Chapel Apple cider .
There 's also an all-vegan wine range sourced from Stockport supplier Boutinot , plus a range of local spirits including Forest Earl Grey Gin and Diableese Spiced Rum .
Customers will soon be able to order pizzas from the neighbouring Funky Monkey coffee shop too .
Owner Eddie Greaves says he wants to create the very best suburban pubs at the heart of their community through his new pub company Not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ demand there 's been already he 's well on the way there .
Levenshulme 's new vegetarian and vegan bistro is open now , serving plant-based versions of all your favourite dishes .
On the menu you 'll find dishes such as vegetable paella , jackfruit curry , and Spanish omelette with vegan chorizo , alongside a selection of sandwiches and quiche .
There 's also a range of beer , wine and CBD coffees , plus a gift shop selling cards , art , vintage clothing , cushions and incense .
One @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ciaooo , has snapped up a unit in the Arndale food market .
Taking over from Holy Crab , and joining other operators including Viet Shack , Hong Thai and Pancho 's Burritos , the new location will specialise in fresh , handmade pasta dishes rather than pizza .
Ciaooo will be taking part in the government 's Eat Out to Help Out scheme at both its Arndale pasta bar and at its restaurant on Swan Street .
Billed as the world 's first purpose-built socially-distanced venue , Platform 15 is the first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Island project near Manchester Piccadilly .
Taking over what was once the Grub site - later used as the VIP village for Manchester Pride Live - the space has been filled with spaced-out picnic benches , colourful bleacher seating , and wooden booths .
Most of it is under cover ( handy , given Manchester 's weather ) , with food stalls dotted around manned by the likes of Baratxuri , Madre tacos , Krum doughnuts and Voodoo Ray 's pizzas .
At the bars , you 'll find booze from Pomona Island @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Three Rivers gin .
Tables need to be booked in advance - once you 're there , you can order your food and drink by scanning the QR code on your table .
The Didsbury brunch favourite - which started life several years ago on Chapel Street in Salford - has now opened a second site in the Northern Quarter .
The Australian-inspired menu is bolstered by a selection of natural wines , turning the relaxed cafe space into a neighbourhood bar in the late afternoons .
It 's a beautiful space , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flooring , and plenty of wooden features and potted plants .
The site used to be home to Patisserie Liberté but has been transformed during lockdown , reopening earlier this month .
Award-winning vegetarian curry house Lily 's has got bigger and bigger since it was founded in 1972 .
First a sweet shop , then a cash and carry , then a tiny restaurant was tacked on , then it swelled to take over a neighbouring site with a much larger restaurant and deli - and now , it 's branching beyond @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be opening a smaller site and deli in Chorlton , close to established names such as Barbakan deli , Unicorn , and Tea Hive .
Vegan restaurant Vertigo is launching its third Greater Manchester site this weekend .
The new MediaCityUK branch will be its largest , with space for 45 people inside , in soft green , grey and natural wood-furnished surroundings , and a 20-seater sun terrace with views across the Quays .
Guests will also be able to take a seat in one of four private dining pods as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ project , which will see greenhouses and sheds pop up all over the plaza for socially-distanced dining .
Replicating the plant-based menu at its Royal Exchange and First Street sites , the all-day offering will feature favourites such as peanut butter and sweet potato dhaal and quarter-pounder cheezeburgers .
There 'll also be a brand new grab and go range including dark chocolate and raspberry chia pudding breakfast pots ; jerk seitan flatbreads ; and rainbow salad and falafel bowls .
Drinks will include natural wines , beers by First Chop , coffees @ @ @ @ @ @ @ order .
Bridge House , MediaCityUK , M540 2BH | vertigo.restaurant | Opening August 2 Due to open earlier this year before lockdown put a spanner in the works , Pieminister 's second city centre site is now open .
The new Deansgate branch is located in the Grade II-listed Royal London House , with around 20 covers on the ground floor .
Fans can look forward to familiar flavours such as the Kevin ( a vegan mix of mushroom , tomato , quinoa and baby onions ) , the Moo ( classic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Fandango ( chicken , chorizo , olives and butter beans ) , stacked with mashed potato , mushy peas , cheese , gravy and crispy shallots .
There 'll also be new Pieminister soft-serve ice creams , with unusual flavours inspired by sweet desserts such as cherry pie .
If you did n't think Manchester had quite enough football , here 's a little more - a new sports-themed fast food restaurant is about to open in the city centre .
Players , which already has branches in Cheetham Hill and Rochdale @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Creams dessert bar off Piccadilly Gardens .
Visitors will be greeted by turf walls , Perspex-clad football shirts covered with footballers ' signatures , and a sports-influenced menu of burgers , chicken wings and loaded cookie dough and waffle desserts .
The star of the show ?
A golden burger , served in a black bun .
Ancoats ' ever-expanding food and drink scene has welcomed another newcomer with Peck and Yard joining the roost .
The Chorlton fast food favourite has branched out with a second site on Great Ancoats Street , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ twist .
The restaurant and takeaway was launched in the south Manchester suburb in 2018 with a menu featuring wings , drumsticks , burgers and more , slathered with a choice of sauces ranging from katsu curry to Malaysian satay and red hot Koreana .
Veggies and vegans are also catered for , with fried halloumi strips and burgers , crispy tofu bites and cauliflower balls .
The Ancoats site will follow the same formula but will mainly function as a takeaway , with just a handful of chairs perched by a window @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more , there 's 20pc off all orders throughout August .

newsdesk@men-news.co.uk (Emily Heward, Daisy Jackson)

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While Greater Manchester is getting to grips with new local lockdown measures, its bars and restaurants remain open.
The new rules mean you can only now visit them with members of your household or support bubble, however.
It's been a tough time for the hospitality industry and many established businesses have already seen a wave of cancellations since Thursday night's last-minute announcement.
It's an incredibly tricky time for operators trying to open brand new venues too.
Many of these were supposed to open earlier this year but had to be mothballed when venues were ordered to close back in March.
Now they're finally ready to welcome you - just as restrictions begin to tighten again.
If you're thinking of heading out with your household this month to take advantage of the Eat Out to Help Out scheme, or fancy supporting somewhere local by ordering a takeaway instead, here are some of the latest options for you.
The Milliner, Davenport
(Image: The Milliner | Facebook)
Due to open on Bramhall Lane when lockdown hit, Davenport's new neighbourhood bar is finally open and already proving popular.
Named for Stockport's hat-making heritage, the dog-friendly bar serves cask ale from Bollington Brewery alongside Seven Brothers Easy IPA and Camden beers on keg, and SiDa Holmes Chapel Apple cider.
There's also an all-vegan wine range sourced from Stockport supplier Boutinot, plus a range of local spirits including Forest Earl Grey Gin and Diableese Spiced Rum.
Customers will soon be able to order pizzas from the neighbouring Funky Monkey coffee shop too.
Owner Eddie Greaves says he wants to create the very best suburban pubs at the heart of their community through his new pub company Not Cool Ltd - and judging by the demand there's been already he's well on the way there.
179 Bramhall Lane, Davenport, SK2 6JA | facebook.com/themillinerdavenport | Open now
The Gherkin, Levenshulme
Levenshulme's new vegetarian and vegan bistro is open now, serving plant-based versions of all your favourite dishes.
On the menu you'll find dishes such as vegetable paella, jackfruit curry, and Spanish omelette with vegan chorizo, alongside a selection of sandwiches and quiche.
There's also a range of beer, wine and CBD coffees, plus a gift shop selling cards, art, vintage clothing, cushions and incense.
312 Slade Lane, Levenshulme, M19 2BY | thegherkin.org.uk | Open now
By Ciaooo pasta bar, Arndale Market
One of the city's best pizzerias, Ciaooo, has snapped up a unit in the Arndale food market.
Taking over from Holy Crab, and joining other operators including Viet Shack, Hong Thai and Pancho's Burritos, the new location will specialise in fresh, handmade pasta dishes rather than pizza.
Ciaooo will be taking part in the government's Eat Out to Help Out scheme at both its Arndale pasta bar and at its restaurant on Swan Street.
Manchester Arndale Food Market, High Street, M4 3AQ | ciaooopizzeriamcr.co.uk | Opening early August
Platform 15 at Escape to Freight Island, Depot Mayfield
Billed as the world's first purpose-built socially-distanced venue, Platform 15 is the first phase of the new Escape to Freight Island project near Manchester Piccadilly.
Taking over what was once the Grub site - later used as the VIP village for Manchester Pride Live - the space has been filled with spaced-out picnic benches, colourful bleacher seating, and wooden booths.
Most of it is under cover (handy, given Manchester's weather), with food stalls dotted around manned by the likes of Baratxuri, Madre tacos, Krum doughnuts and Voodoo Ray's pizzas.
At the bars, you'll find booze from Pomona Island, Shindigger Camden Town Brewery, and Three Rivers gin.
Tables need to be booked in advance - once you're there, you can order your food and drink by scanning the QR code on your table.
Depot Mayfield, 11 Baring St, Manchester M1 2PY | escapetofreightisland.com | Open now
Another Heart to Feed
(Image: Joel Goodman)
The Didsbury brunch favourite - which started life several years ago on Chapel Street in Salford - has now opened a second site in the Northern Quarter.
The Australian-inspired menu is bolstered by a selection of natural wines, turning the relaxed cafe space into a neighbourhood bar in the late afternoons.
It's a beautiful space, with exposed brick walls, reclaimed parquet flooring, and plenty of wooden features and potted plants.
The site used to be home to Patisserie Liberté but has been transformed during lockdown, reopening earlier this month.
10 Hilton St, Manchester M1 1JF | facebook.com/anotherhearttofeed | Open now
Lily's Deli, Chorlton
(Image: ABNM Photography)
Award-winning vegetarian curry house Lily's has got bigger and bigger since it was founded in 1972.
First a sweet shop, then a cash and carry, then a tiny restaurant was tacked on, then it swelled to take over a neighbouring site with a much larger restaurant and deli - and now, it's branching beyond Ashton-under-Lyne.
Lily's has confirmed it will be opening a smaller site and deli in Chorlton, close to established names such as Barbakan deli, Unicorn, and Tea Hive.
102 Manchester Road, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, M21 9SZ | facebook.com/lilysvegi | Opening late August
Vertigo, MediaCityUK
(Image: Georgie Glass)
Vegan restaurant Vertigo is launching its third Greater Manchester site this weekend.
The new MediaCityUK branch will be its largest, with space for 45 people inside, in soft green, grey and natural wood-furnished surroundings, and a 20-seater sun terrace with views across the Quays.
Guests will also be able to take a seat in one of four private dining pods as part of the Box on the Docks project, which will see greenhouses and sheds pop up all over the plaza for socially-distanced dining.
Replicating the plant-based menu at its Royal Exchange and First Street sites, the all-day offering will feature favourites such as peanut butter and sweet potato dhaal and quarter-pounder cheezeburgers.
There'll also be a brand new grab and go range including dark chocolate and raspberry chia pudding breakfast pots; jerk seitan flatbreads; and rainbow salad and falafel bowls.
Drinks will include natural wines, beers by First Chop, coffees by ManCoCo and fresh juices pressed to order.
Bridge House, MediaCityUK, M540 2BH | vertigo.restaurant | Opening August 2
Pieminister, Deansgate
(Image: Publicity Picture)
Due to open earlier this year before lockdown put a spanner in the works, Pieminister's second city centre site is now open.
The new Deansgate branch is located in the Grade II-listed Royal London House, with around 20 covers on the ground floor.
Fans can look forward to familiar flavours such as the Kevin (a vegan mix of mushroom, tomato, quinoa and baby onions), the Moo (classic British staeak and ale), and the Fandango (chicken, chorizo, olives and butter beans), stacked with mashed potato, mushy peas, cheese, gravy and crispy shallots.
There'll also be new Pieminister soft-serve ice creams, with unusual flavours inspired by sweet desserts such as cherry pie.
198 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 3NE | pieminister.co.uk/restaurants/deansgate | Open now
Players, Portland Street
(Image: Players)
If you didn't think Manchester had quite enough football, here's a little more - a new sports-themed fast food restaurant is about to open in the city centre.
Players, which already has branches in Cheetham Hill and Rochdale, will be taking over the former Creams dessert bar off Piccadilly Gardens.
Visitors will be greeted by turf walls, Perspex-clad football shirts covered with footballers' signatures, and a sports-influenced menu of burgers, chicken wings and loaded cookie dough and waffle desserts.
The star of the show? A golden burger, served in a black bun.
1 Portland Street, M1 1RG | playersuk.com | Opening mid-August
Peck & Yard
(Image: ABNM Photography)
Ancoats' ever-expanding food and drink scene has welcomed another newcomer with Peck and Yard joining the roost.
The Chorlton fast food favourite has branched out with a second site on Great Ancoats Street, serving up fried chicken with an Asian twist.
The restaurant and takeaway was launched in the south Manchester suburb in 2018 with a menu featuring wings, drumsticks, burgers and more, slathered with a choice of sauces ranging from katsu curry to Malaysian satay and red hot Koreana.
Veggies and vegans are also catered for, with fried halloumi strips and burgers, crispy tofu bites and cauliflower balls.
The Ancoats site will follow the same formula but will mainly function as a takeaway, with just a handful of chairs perched by a window counter for dine-in customers.
What's more, there's 20pc off all orders throughout August.
52 Great Ancoats Street, Manchester, M4 5AB | facebook.com/peckandyard | Open now


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--Martin Lewis supported by fans as he announces huge news

Last week , Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis revealed he had decided to leave ITV 's Good Morning Britain after an impressive seven-year stint .
Understandably , viewers were gutted , but thankful to Martin for all of the tips and tricks he 's shared over the years .
And now Martin has made another announcement , as he 's revealed he 's taking a much-needed break from social media as he embarks on his annual summer holiday .
Posting on Twitter he said : `` Ta-ta for now .
`` It 's been a long slog this year , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ So I 'm about to start my usual summer work-break from social media , MSE , telly etc to tune-out and spend a few wks with Mrs & Mini MSE ( & maybe the odd round of golf ) .
Fans have been quick to respond to Martin 's tweet , with many agreeing that nobody deserves a break more than he does .
One supportive fan wrote : `` No-one deserves a break more .
“ Above & beyond the call of duty » duly sums up your oh so positive contribution @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Enjoy , relax & comeback refreshed and ready to administer more bloody noses to the powers that be . ''
`` Have a lovely break and thank you for all the hard work you put in to keep us up to date in what is going on in the world , enjoy the 18th hole lol , '' said somebody else .
A third Twitter user wrote : `` Enjoy your time off mate .
You will need it as by the time you come back the country will be financially worse off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ advice more than ever .
Have a great break . ''
`` Well deserved Martin you have done a fantastic job keeping us so well informed these last months .
Enjoy your holidays with your family , '' somebody else said .

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Last week, Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis revealed he had decided to leave ITV's Good Morning Britain after an impressive seven-year stint.
Understandably, viewers were gutted, but thankful to Martin for all of the tips and tricks he's shared over the years.
And now Martin has made another announcement, as he's revealed he's taking a much-needed break from social media as he embarks on his annual summer holiday.
Posting on Twitter he said: "Ta-ta for now.
"It's been a long slog this year, esp with constantly changing Covid news. So I'm about to start my usual summer work-break from social media, MSE, telly etc to tune-out and spend a few wks with Mrs & Mini MSE (& maybe the odd round of golf).
"Have a lovely summer."
Fans have been quick to respond to Martin's tweet, with many agreeing that nobody deserves a break more than he does.
One supportive fan wrote: "No-one deserves a break more. “Above & beyond the call of duty » duly sums up your oh so positive contribution to the sanity of the nation. Enjoy, relax & comeback refreshed and ready to administer more bloody noses to the powers that be."
"Have a lovely break and thank you for all the hard work you put in to keep us up to date in what is going on in the world, enjoy the 18th hole lol," said somebody else.
A third Twitter user wrote: "Enjoy your time off mate. You will need it as by the time you come back the country will be financially worse off and people are going to need your advice more than ever. Have a great break."
"Well deserved Martin you have done a fantastic job keeping us so well informed these last months. Enjoy your holidays with your family," somebody else said.
We'll miss you, Martin!


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--Inside Manchester Arndale's new gaming attraction Electric Playbox

Created by the founder of Tough Mudder , the experience is made up of 10 'Playbox ' rooms , where games are projected onto all four walls .
Players wear lightweight visors with trackers that allow them to interact with the game through motion sensor and touch screen technology .
There are four adventures to choose from , including a trip back to 1984 to outwit an alien race taking over the globe , or a voyage into the future to rescue a royal family .
Will Dean , who co-founded the attraction in London - where it was originally @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , said he wanted to make screen time social again .
`` I founded Electric Playbox on a belief that play can bring people together and that technology can be harnessed in a positive way to do this , '' he said .
`` We want our adventures to make screen time social again in real life and allow people the chance to step outside normal life for a period of time to enjoy an exciting , playful , immersive experience . ''
Will said they had chosen Manchester for their second site @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thriving social culture ' .
`` In addition to this , we had a great opportunity to house the unit in the Arndale Centre which is not only a great development but a great spot in the city centre , '' he said .
`` We think Manchester will love the Electric Playbox concept . ''
The attraction is based in Halle Place , next to burger bar Archie 's .
The development opened in 2018 as a new food quarter for the shopping centre but a number of units remain empty after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It marks a shift towards more competitive socialising attractions at the shopping centre , with a new games bar from Roxy Ballroom also set to open in the former Birdcage nightclub .
`` What ’ s interesting about Electric Playbox is that groups play together to succeed versus beating each other at the same game , '' said Will .
`` So while we can be seen as similar to other competitive socialising concepts , we have a core difference of championing team work and the enjoyment which comes from working together to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the experience has proved a big hit with families , kids , couples , friends and work groups alike .
I think overall people are looking for ways to step back from the stresses of modern living and immerse themselves in an environment without pressure , to do something which is fun and playful . ''
Each Playbox can be booked by a team of up to six people - currently limited to those belonging to the same household or support bubble due to the lockdown restrictions brought back in for Greater @ @ @ @ @ @ @ team had worked hard to make sure the venue meets the Government 's 'Covid secure ' guidelines .
Start times have been staggered to avoid queuing and crowding in common areas , and a 20-minute cleaning schedule has been built into each session to make sure everything is thoroughly disinfected between each visit .
`` Thanks to the popularity of our London venue , we went into the lockdown situation with some sense of stability to weather a period of closure , '' he said .
`` That ’ s not to downplay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ teams came under ( both personally and professionally ) .
`` It has been a truly saddening situation which I don ’ t think any of us ever expected to see in our lifetime and which has had a catastrophic impact on many businesses across the UK and the world .
`` Nonetheless , the stability we were fortunate enough to have as a business gave us the freedom to pursue new units while in lockdown and to be in our current position of opening in Manchester soon after restrictions have been lifted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for adults and £9 for children .
Bookings can be made at electricplaybox.com .

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Manchester Arndale welcomes a new interactive gaming attraction today as Electric Playbox opens.
Created by the founder of Tough Mudder, the experience is made up of 10 'Playbox' rooms, where games are projected onto all four walls.
Players wear lightweight visors with trackers that allow them to interact with the game through motion sensor and touch screen technology.
There are four adventures to choose from, including a trip back to 1984 to outwit an alien race taking over the globe, or a voyage into the future to rescue a royal family.
Will Dean, who co-founded the attraction in London - where it was originally known as Electronic Theatre - last year, said he wanted to make screen time social again.
"I founded Electric Playbox on a belief that play can bring people together and that technology can be harnessed in a positive way to do this," he said.
"We want our adventures to make screen time social again in real life and allow people the chance to step outside normal life for a period of time to enjoy an exciting, playful, immersive experience."
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Will said they had chosen Manchester for their second site as 'a fantastic city with a thriving social culture'.
"In addition to this, we had a great opportunity to house the unit in the Arndale Centre which is not only a great development but a great spot in the city centre," he said.
"We think Manchester will love the Electric Playbox concept."
The attraction is based in Halle Place, next to burger bar Archie's. The development opened in 2018 as a new food quarter for the shopping centre but a number of units remain empty after a string of restaurants pulled out.
It marks a shift towards more competitive socialising attractions at the shopping centre, with a new games bar from Roxy Ballroom also set to open in the former Birdcage nightclub.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"What’s interesting about Electric Playbox is that groups play together to succeed versus beating each other at the same game," said Will.
"So while we can be seen as similar to other competitive socialising concepts, we have a core difference of championing team work and the enjoyment which comes from working together to meet a common goal.
"Consequently, the experience has proved a big hit with families, kids, couples, friends and work groups alike. I think overall people are looking for ways to step back from the stresses of modern living and immerse themselves in an environment without pressure, to do something which is fun and playful."
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Each Playbox can be booked by a team of up to six people - currently limited to those belonging to the same household or support bubble due to the lockdown restrictions brought back in for Greater Manchester on Friday.
Will said the team had worked hard to make sure the venue meets the Government's 'Covid secure' guidelines.
Start times have been staggered to avoid queuing and crowding in common areas, and a 20-minute cleaning schedule has been built into each session to make sure everything is thoroughly disinfected between each visit.
"Thanks to the popularity of our London venue, we went into the lockdown situation with some sense of stability to weather a period of closure," he said.
"That’s not to downplay the situation and the pressure which our teams came under (both personally and professionally).
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"It has been a truly saddening situation which I don’t think any of us ever expected to see in our lifetime and which has had a catastrophic impact on many businesses across the UK and the world.
"Nonetheless, the stability we were fortunate enough to have as a business gave us the freedom to pursue new units while in lockdown and to be in our current position of opening in Manchester soon after restrictions have been lifted."
Introductory prices start from £19 for adults and £9 for children. Bookings can be made at electricplaybox.com.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--Man admits possessing 'how to construct a suicide vest' videos

A Wigan man has admitted possessing terrorist documents including instructional videos on 'how to construct a suicide vest ' .
Liam Fenn , 21 , appeared before Manchester Crown Court to plead guilty to nine offences .
He admitted eight offences which involved possessing a document 'likely to be useful to a person committing or preparing an act of terrorism ' .
Fenn also admitted publishing a statement 'intending or being reckless that members of the public would be directly or indirectly encouraged ... to commit , prepare or instigate acts of terrorism ' .
The statement was entitled 'EXPOSED @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Publications which Fenn admitted possessing included the 'Lone Mujahid Pocketbook - Lone Wolf ' , as well as different issues of Rumiyah , an online propaganda magazine used by Islamic State .
He also admitted having a publication called 'Close Combat ' , and 'three instructional videos on how to construct a suicide vest ' .
Fenn had been charged with a further three offences , but prosecuting barrister Alex Leach said his pleas were acceptable to the crown .
No further details about the case were outlined in court .
The case @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take place in September .
Judge Patrick Field QC told Fenn : `` You have now pleaded guilty to a number of serious matters .
`` As you are aware , the sentencing in respect of this is likely to be a custodial one .
`` It is not a question , however , that I can conclude today , and I do n't propose to sentence you today . ''
Officers from Counter Terrorism Policing North West executed a warrant at Fenn 's home in Wigan at about 8am on Tuesday , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK 's lockdown was imposed .
Fenn originally appeared at court in London , before the case was transferred to Manchester .

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A Wigan man has admitted possessing terrorist documents including instructional videos on 'how to construct a suicide vest'.
Liam Fenn, 21, appeared before Manchester Crown Court to plead guilty to nine offences.
He admitted eight offences which involved possessing a document 'likely to be useful to a person committing or preparing an act of terrorism'.
Fenn also admitted publishing a statement 'intending or being reckless that members of the public would be directly or indirectly encouraged...to commit, prepare or instigate acts of terrorism'.
The statement was entitled 'EXPOSED The True Path of ISIS'.
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Publications which Fenn admitted possessing included the 'Lone Mujahid Pocketbook - Lone Wolf', as well as different issues of Rumiyah, an online propaganda magazine used by Islamic State.
He also admitted having a publication called 'Close Combat', and 'three instructional videos on how to construct a suicide vest'.
Fenn had been charged with a further three offences, but prosecuting barrister Alex Leach said his pleas were acceptable to the crown.
No further details about the case were outlined in court.
The case was adjourned, with sentencing expected to take place in September.
Judge Patrick Field QC told Fenn: "You have now pleaded guilty to a number of serious matters.
"As you are aware, the sentencing in respect of this is likely to be a custodial one.
"It is not a question, however, that I can conclude today, and I don't propose to sentence you today."
Officers from Counter Terrorism Policing North West executed a warrant at Fenn's home in Wigan at about 8am on Tuesday, March 24, the day after the UK's lockdown was imposed.
Fenn originally appeared at court in London, before the case was transferred to Manchester.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--DW Sports falls into administration putting 1,700 jobs at risk

DW Sports is set to fall into administration putting 1,700 jobs at risk .
The sports retailer and gym group , which was founded by former Wigan Athletic owner Dave Whelan , operated 73 gyms and 75 retail sites across the UK , but announced plans to shut 25 of its stores last month .
The company is now expected to appoint insolvency specialists after being hit by the closure of gyms and shops during the nationwide lockdown .
The company has said it will now begin winding down its retail business for good .
The website will shut down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are set to begin at its 50 remaining stores .
DW Sports stressed that Fitness First , which is a sister company of DW , will continue to operate as a separate company and its 43 clubs will be unaffected by the administration .
Chief executive Martin Long said : “ As a consequence of Covid-19 , we found ourselves in a position where we were mandated by government to close down both our retail store portfolio and our gym chain in its entirety for a protracted period , leaving us with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Like many other retail businesses , the consequences of this extremely challenging operating market have created inevitable profitability issues for DW Sports .
“ The decision to appoint administrators has not been taken lightly but will give us the best chance to protect viable parts of the business , return them to profitability , and secure as many jobs as possible .
“ It is a difficult model for any business to manage through without long-term damage , and with the limited support which we have been able to gain .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the business , we firmly believe that this process can be a platform to restructure the business and preserve many of our gyms for our members , and also protect the maximum number of jobs possible for our team members.
” The administrators intend to support employees , customers and gym members as far as possible while they look to secure a buyer or buyers for some or all of the DW Sports portfolio .
At present , 59 of its gyms have reopened in England and Northern Ireland , with a further @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wales unable to open due to government restrictions .

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DW Sports is set to fall into administration putting 1,700 jobs at risk.
The sports retailer and gym group, which was founded by former Wigan Athletic owner Dave Whelan, operated 73 gyms and 75 retail sites across the UK, but announced plans to shut 25 of its stores last month.
The company is now expected to appoint insolvency specialists after being hit by the closure of gyms and shops during the nationwide lockdown.
The company has said it will now begin winding down its retail business for good.
The website will shut down with immediate effect, while closing-down sales are set to begin at its 50 remaining stores.
(Image: Tim Goode/PA Wire)
DW Sports stressed that Fitness First, which is a sister company of DW, will continue to operate as a separate company and its 43 clubs will be unaffected by the administration.
Chief executive Martin Long said: “As a consequence of Covid-19, we found ourselves in a position where we were mandated by government to close down both our retail store portfolio and our gym chain in its entirety for a protracted period, leaving us with a high fixed-cost base and zero income.
“Like many other retail businesses, the consequences of this extremely challenging operating market have created inevitable profitability issues for DW Sports.
“The decision to appoint administrators has not been taken lightly but will give us the best chance to protect viable parts of the business, return them to profitability, and secure as many jobs as possible.
“It is a difficult model for any business to manage through without long-term damage, and with the limited support which we have been able to gain.
“Having exhausted all other available options for the business, we firmly believe that this process can be a platform to restructure the business and preserve many of our gyms for our members, and also protect the maximum number of jobs possible for our team members.”
The administrators intend to support employees, customers and gym members as far as possible while they look to secure a buyer or buyers for some or all of the DW Sports portfolio.
At present, 59 of its gyms have reopened in England and Northern Ireland, with a further 14 sites in England, Scotland and Wales unable to open due to government restrictions.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--Ferran Torres comments suggest he could get Man City headstart

Adapting to a Pep Guardiola team can take time and effort - just ask Leroy Sane , Bernardo Silva , or Joao Cancelo .
Those three arrived at Manchester City in the last four years and were protected from the first team for the best part of a year until it was felt that they had adequately learned what is expected of them in games and in training sessions .
And while Sane may have had limited first-team experience when he arrived but the other two came to the Etihad as important figures in title-winning sides .
City 's quality @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time - it is also why players like Rodri deserve credit for stepping straight into their role and learning on the job - and Ferran Torres will certainly have time on his side when he joins from Valencia in a £21m deal .
The 20-year-old winger will have Bernardo , Riyad Mahrez , and potentially also Phil Foden for competition out on the right wing that Guardiola will have no trouble playing regularly .
The relatively low price-tag will also help downplay expectations .
Torres is closer in valuation to what United paid @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Sane back in 2016 , and a quarter of what Crystal Palace want for Wilfried Zaha .
While his contract and Valencia 's situation may have helped the Blues drive such a bargain , the smaller price on his head will help the new signing avoid greater scrutiny .
From what he has said though , Torres already sounds like an ideal fit for Guardiola .
Vote for your City player of the season here .
In a wide-ranging interview talking about his character and development , the youngster ticked an awful @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like he may have a chance of hitting the ground running at the Etihad : staying grounded with the help of good friends and people around him , staying on the training pitch for longer than everyone else to improve , learning languages - especially English - learning different positions to be able to contribute to the team in different ways , matching the arrogance of wanting to be best best and being unashamed to make comparisons with Cristiano Ronaldo with the humility to know the hard work and dedication that is required @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not single-handedly turn City into champions again next season , and may need time before he can play regularly for the team .
However , the work that the recruitment team puts into bringing in the right people as much as footballers looks to have paid off with the Spain prospect .
The more traits the player shares with Guardiola , the easier the manager 's job will be to integrate his new signing and see him flourish .

Adapting to a Pep Guardiola team can take time and effort - just ask Leroy Sane, Bernardo Silva, or Joao Cancelo.
Those three arrived at Manchester City in the last four years and were protected from the first team for the best part of a year until it was felt that they had adequately learned what is expected of them in games and in training sessions. And while Sane may have had limited first-team experience when he arrived but the other two came to the Etihad as important figures in title-winning sides.
City's quality in every position allows for this integration time - it is also why players like Rodri deserve credit for stepping straight into their role and learning on the job - and Ferran Torres will certainly have time on his side when he joins from Valencia in a £21m deal. The 20-year-old winger will have Bernardo, Riyad Mahrez, and potentially also Phil Foden for competition out on the right wing that Guardiola will have no trouble playing regularly.
The relatively low price-tag will also help downplay expectations. Torres is closer in valuation to what United paid for Daniel James than what City paid for Sane back in 2016, and a quarter of what Crystal Palace want for Wilfried Zaha. While his contract and Valencia's situation may have helped the Blues drive such a bargain, the smaller price on his head will help the new signing avoid greater scrutiny.
From what he has said though, Torres already sounds like an ideal fit for Guardiola.
Vote for your City player of the season here.
In a wide-ranging interview talking about his character and development, the youngster ticked an awful lot of boxes that make it sound like he may have a chance of hitting the ground running at the Etihad: staying grounded with the help of good friends and people around him, staying on the training pitch for longer than everyone else to improve, learning languages - especially English - learning different positions to be able to contribute to the team in different ways, matching the arrogance of wanting to be best best and being unashamed to make comparisons with Cristiano Ronaldo with the humility to know the hard work and dedication that is required to reach the top.
Torres may not single-handedly turn City into champions again next season, and may need time before he can play regularly for the team. However, the work that the recruitment team puts into bringing in the right people as much as footballers looks to have paid off with the Spain prospect.
The more traits the player shares with Guardiola, the easier the manager's job will be to integrate his new signing and see him flourish.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-03--Investigation launched after River Irwell turns green overnight

Environmental investigators are trying to find out why a major river has suddenly turned green .
Residents in Radcliffe woke up this morning ( Monday ) to find that the River Irwell had changed colour overnight .
The reason for the unusual switch in shades is unknown but the Environment Agency has confirmed that investigators are looking into the cause .
It has prompted speculation from residents , with dozens of people commenting on a post in the local Spotted : Radcliffe Facebook group .
It is not the first time that the colour of the river has changed .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ caused by calcium carbonate in the water had created a similar issue .
In that case the water turned first green and then a shade of milky white .
Following reports from local homeowners this morning , an Environment Agency spokesman told the Manchester Evening News that staff would be sent to the site to analyse the water .
An Environment Agency spokesperson said : “ The Environment Agency has received reports of the River Irwell in Bury having turned green .
`` Officers are now investigating these reports .
`` Members of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the Environment Agency ’ s incident hotline 24/7 on 0800 80 70 60.
” The change in colour can be seen from the Blackburn Road bridge in Radcliffe .
A further update on the cause of the incident is expected once the Environment Agency has finished its investigation .

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Environmental investigators are trying to find out why a major river has suddenly turned green.
Residents in Radcliffe woke up this morning (Monday) to find that the River Irwell had changed colour overnight.
The reason for the unusual switch in shades is unknown but the Environment Agency has confirmed that investigators are looking into the cause.
It has prompted speculation from residents, with dozens of people commenting on a post in the local Spotted: Radcliffe Facebook group.
It is not the first time that the colour of the river has changed. I n 2014 scientists found that pollution caused by calcium carbonate in the water had created a similar issue.
In that case the water turned first green and then a shade of milky white.
Following reports from local homeowners this morning, an Environment Agency spokesman told the Manchester Evening News that staff would be sent to the site to analyse the water.
An Environment Agency spokesperson said: “The Environment Agency has received reports of the River Irwell in Bury having turned green.
"Officers are now investigating these reports.
"Members of the public can report incidents like this to the Environment Agency’s incident hotline 24/7 on 0800 80 70 60.”
The change in colour can be seen from the Blackburn Road bridge in Radcliffe.
A further update on the cause of the incident is expected once the Environment Agency has finished its investigation.