themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Man arrested as part of illegal online streaming crackdown

A man has been arrested as part of an investigation into illegal online streaming services .
Yesterday ( Thursday , July 30 ) police executed a warrant at an address in Leigh .
A 36-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of fraud and copyright under the Designs and Patents Act 1988 .
Officers also seized a number of electronic devices including computers , phones , digital satellite television boxes and viewing cards .
The man has since been released under investigation and enquiries are ongoing .
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Detective Constable Michelle Wilkinson , of Greater Manchester Police 's ( GMP ) Economic Crime Unit , said : “ This warrant was executed as part of an investigation in to the illegal provision of premium TV content .
This type of crime can result in companies losing a significant amount of revenue each year .
“ I hope today ’ s action serves as a warning to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Police will tolerate this behaviour and that we will work together to identify anyone responsible for providing illegal online streaming services .
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A man has been arrested as part of an investigation into illegal online streaming services.
Yesterday (Thursday, July 30) police executed a warrant at an address in Leigh. A 36-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of fraud and copyright under the Designs and Patents Act 1988.
Officers also seized a number of electronic devices including computers, phones, digital satellite television boxes and viewing cards.
The man has since been released under investigation and enquiries are ongoing.
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Detective Constable Michelle Wilkinson, of Greater Manchester Police's (GMP) Economic Crime Unit, said: “This warrant was executed as part of an investigation in to the illegal provision of premium TV content. This type of crime can result in companies losing a significant amount of revenue each year.
“I hope today’s action serves as a warning to offenders that neither companies nor Greater Manchester Police will tolerate this behaviour and that we will work together to identify anyone responsible for providing illegal online streaming services.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Can I visit people outside of Greater Manchester?

Greater Manchester and other northern areas have been put under tougher lockdown restrictions .
While not a full local lockdown as seen in Leicester , our region 's boroughs plus parts of east Lancashire and West Yorkshire will face the re-introduction of strict measures .
From July 31 , people in these areas have been banned from meeting each other inside their homes or in gardens following a spike in coronavirus cases .
This prevents members of two different households from mixing in pubs , restaurants and other hospitality venues .
However , shops and hospitality venues do not need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the UK-wide lockdown .
But what does this mean if you have family or friends outside of the affected areas ?
Or what if they live within the new restricted areas ?
As it stands , the government says that if you live in one of the affected areas , in order to help prevent the spread of coronavirus , you should not : • meet people you do not live with inside a private home or garden , except where you have formed a support bubble ( or for other limited @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
• visit someone else ’ s home or garden even if they live outside of the affected areas .
• socialise with people you do not live with in other indoor public venues – such as pubs , restaurants , cafes , shops , places of worship , community centres , leisure and entertainment venues , or visitor attractions .
You may attend these venues with people you live with ( or are in a support bubble with ) , but should avoid interaction with others .
If you run such a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ensure people do not interact with people they do not live with , in line with COVID-19 Secure guidance .
It clearly states that it is illegal - and could be subject to a fine - people from outside of the lockdown area visit you at your home .
And as mentioned in the list above , you can not visit someone else 's home or garden outside of the affected areas .
You are still allowed to holiday in the restricted area , however , you must avoid socialising with people indoors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still ok to travel to the lockdown area for a wedding or a funeral - but you must socially distance from people outside of your household .

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Greater Manchester and other northern areas have been put under tougher lockdown restrictions.
While not a full local lockdown as seen in Leicester, our region's boroughs plus parts of east Lancashire and West Yorkshire will face the re-introduction of strict measures.
From July 31, people in these areas have been banned from meeting each other inside their homes or in gardens following a spike in coronavirus cases.
This prevents members of two different households from mixing in pubs, restaurants and other hospitality venues.
However, shops and hospitality venues do not need to close down like at the start of the UK-wide lockdown.
But what does this mean if you have family or friends outside of the affected areas? Or what if they live within the new restricted areas?
As it stands, the government says that if you live in one of the affected areas, in order to help prevent the spread of coronavirus, you should not:
meet people you do not live with inside a private home or garden, except where you have formed a support bubble (or for other limited exemptions to be specified in law).
visit someone else’s home or garden even if they live outside of the affected areas.
socialise with people you do not live with in other indoor public venues – such as pubs, restaurants, cafes, shops, places of worship, community centres, leisure and entertainment venues, or visitor attractions. You may attend these venues with people you live with (or are in a support bubble with), but should avoid interaction with others. If you run such a business, you should take steps to ensure people do not interact with people they do not live with, in line with COVID-19 Secure guidance.
It clearly states that it is illegal - and could be subject to a fine - people from outside of the lockdown area visit you at your home.
And as mentioned in the list above, you cannot visit someone else's home or garden outside of the affected areas.
You are still allowed to holiday in the restricted area, however, you must avoid socialising with people indoors when doing so.
It is also still ok to travel to the lockdown area for a wedding or a funeral - but you must socially distance from people outside of your household.
The Health Secretary, Matt Hancock said a household in an affected area could travel to another household outside of the affected areas "as long as social distancing guidelines are followed."
But the government website says it is "illegal for people who do not live together to meet in a private home or garden, except for limited circumstances to be set out in law."
It says: "You should not host or visit people you do not live with, unless they are in your support bubble."
The Health Secretary told the BBC: “The law is that two households cannot meet in the affected area but obviously this is about having social distancing in place.
"Strictly, the law we’re bringing in is that two households cannot meet in the area defined but obviously any two households that are meeting should follow social distancing guidelines.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Does a face shield or visor count as a face covering?

With face coverings now mandatory in shops in the UK , they are becoming a regular sight on the high street .
But some people are opting for a face shield or visor rather than a cloth covering or disposable mask to prevent the spread of coronavirus .
Face shields may be more comfortable for the wearer as they are worn around the head with a screen to cover the face , rather than directly on top of the mouth .
Many people working in customer facing roles have been sporting face shields since returning to work .
Restaurant and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a visor as well as a face mask for additional protection , and the shields are regularly seen inside hospitals too .
But do face shields and visors count as a face covering and how much protection do they offer ?
In England , the government guidance on face coverings does not specifically mention face shields or visors .
The UK government defines a face covering as `` something which safely covers the nose and mouth '' .
However , guidance advises that you should either buy reusable or single-use face coverings , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a scarf , bandana , religious garment or other fabric material .
The face covering must also `` securely fit round the side of the face '' , suggesting a visor may not be suitable .
According to the guidance , face coverings should be made of a breathable material that you find comfortable , and be secured to the head with ties or ear loops .
The Welsh government has advised that face coverings should be made of cotton and have at least three layers .
However , guidance from the Scottish @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , instead of a cloth covering , is acceptable as long as it fully covers your mouth and nose .
According to the British Heart Foundation , there ’ s limited information about how useful face shields are in preventing you from catching coronavirus .
They could protect the wearer from small droplets created when other people talk or sneeze - but it is unclear whether they protect the people around around them from picking up droplets coming from the wearer .

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Face coverings are now mandatory in many public places in the UK.
Shops, trains, buses, banks, museums and takeaway outlets are just some of the places you'll see the majority of people wearing them.
Most people opt for a cloth covering or a disposable mask to prevent the spread of coronavirus - but some people are instead using a face shield or a visor.
Face shields consist of a band worn around the head with a screen to cover the face.
They might be more comfortable for the wearer as they do not sit on top of the mouth like a covering does.
Many people working in customer facing roles have been sporting face shields since returning to work.
Restaurant and bar staff can often be seen wearing a visor as well as a face mask for additional protection, and the shields are regularly seen inside hospitals too.
But do face shields and visors count as a face covering and how much protection do they offer?
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
In England, the government guidance on face coverings does not specifically mention face shields or visors.
The UK government defines a face covering as "something which safely covers the nose and mouth".
However, guidance advises that you should either buy reusable or single-use face coverings, or create a face covering out of a scarf, bandana, religious garment or other fabric material.
The face covering must also "securely fit round the side of the face", suggesting a visor may not be suitable.
According to the guidance, face coverings should be made of a breathable material that you find comfortable, and be secured to the head with ties or ear loops.
The Welsh government has advised that face coverings should be made of cotton and have at least three layers.
However, guidance from the Scottish government states that wearing a face shield, instead of a cloth covering, is acceptable as long as it fully covers your mouth and nose.
According to the British Heart Foundation, there’s limited information about how useful face shields are in preventing you from catching coronavirus.
They could protect the wearer from small droplets created when other people talk or sneeze - but it is unclear whether they protect the people around around them from picking up droplets coming from the wearer.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--'His family are broken': Heartbreaking tributes pour for tragic schoolboy, 15

The family of a schoolboy whose body was found in Wigan earlier this week have been left “ broken ” by his death .
Jack Parker was just 15-years-old when he went missing from his home in Tyldesley on Tuesday ( July 28 ) .
Police issued an urgent appeal to help find him but tragically his body was discovered the following day .
Tributes have since poured in for the popular Fred Longworth High School student , who “ always seemed happy ” among friends .
He leaves behind a little sister , mum , dad and step-dad .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the Manchester Evening News on behalf of Jack ’ s heartbroken parents , said his family have been inconsolable since his death .
`` I went to see his mum and as you can imagine , she ’ s devastated , ” Ms Hulse said as she broke down in tears .
“ He was always the class clown .
He always seemed happy and had lots of friends .
“ He was funny , kind and caring and was always there to listen to other people .
“ It ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ family .
My son was speaking to him the night before and he was laughing .
Jack , whose death is not being treated as suspicious , had been a bright pupil at school and was expecting top exam results .
Born in Swinton , the teenager had a passion for gaming and loved playing on his Xbox with his friends .
“ He was very intelligent and was expecting A* in all of his GCSE ’ s .
A fundraiser has been set up to help support Jack 's family through this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help pay for his funeral costs .
Touching tributes have been left on the page , which has so far raised £4,045 of its £1,000 target .
Anyone who wishes to donate can do so by following the Gofundme link here : https : //www.gofundme.com/f/please-help-to-give-jack-an-amazing-send-off .

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The family of a schoolboy whose body was found in Wigan earlier this week have been left “broken” by his death.
Jack Parker was just 15-years-old when he went missing from his home in Tyldesley on Tuesday (July 28).
Police issued an urgent appeal to help find him but tragically his body was discovered the following day.
Tributes have since poured in for the popular Fred Longworth High School student, who “always seemed happy” among friends.
He leaves behind a little sister, mum, dad and step-dad.
Family friend Lindsay Hulse, who spoke to the Manchester Evening News on behalf of Jack’s heartbroken parents, said his family have been inconsolable since his death.
"I went to see his mum and as you can imagine, she’s devastated,” Ms Hulse said as she broke down in tears.
“He was always the class clown. He always seemed happy and had lots of friends.
“He was funny, kind and caring and was always there to listen to other people.
(Image: Lindsay Hulse)
“It’s come as a massive shock to the family. My son was speaking to him the night before and he was laughing.
“He’s just shocked. He’s devastated.”
Jack, whose death is not being treated as suspicious, had been a bright pupil at school and was expecting top exam results.
Born in Swinton, the teenager had a passion for gaming and loved playing on his Xbox with his friends.
Ms Hulse continued: “The family are broken.
“He was very intelligent and was expecting A* in all of his GCSE’s.
“He was a lovely boy.”
A fundraiser has been set up to help support Jack's family through this devastating time. The money raised will help pay for his funeral costs.
Touching tributes have been left on the page, which has so far raised £4,045 of its £1,000 target.
Anyone who wishes to donate can do so by following the Gofundme link here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/please-help-to-give-jack-an-amazing-send-off.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Man United and City prepare formal offers for left-back and more rumours

Manchester United and Manchester City could go head to head to try and sign French left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri .
That is according to FootMercato , who say the Angers defender , 19 , has attracted plenty of interest across Europe , and recently visited both United and City to look around their facilities and speak to people at the club .
The report says Ait-Nouri has returned to France to assess his options , and both clubs are prepared to make a formal offer to sign him in the meantime .
The youngster , who played 17 times in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ client of Jorge Mendes .
It is claimed Atlético de Madrid , PSG , Monaco , Leicester , Crystal Palace and Wolverhampton are also monitoring Ait-Nouri 's situation , with the player under contract until 2023 .
However , his club have a history of selling talented young players in recent years , and expect him to sign for a big club at some point in the future .
Angers manager Stéphane Moulin said last week : `` It 's not sure but there are chances that he will leave so we have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have rarely seen such a talented boy , he is far ahead .
He is very well balanced and I think he should end up in a big club . ''
Meanwhile , Roma have asked United defender Chris Smalling to help them sign him this summer , according to reports in Italy .
Gazzetta dello Sport suggest Roma are struggling to afford a permanent deal for the defender and have asked him to play hardball by telling United he only wants to move to them .
Over at City , Goal say @ @ @ @ @ @ @ transfer priority this summer after a fine breakthrough season .
Former Barca academy player Garcia is still highly thought of at the Nou Camp , who see him as the long-term successor to Gerard Pique , the report says .
It 's claimed City are still confident of tying Garcia to a long-term contract , but he may consider his future should Pep Guardiola leave .

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Manchester United and Manchester City could go head to head to try and sign French left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri.
That is according to FootMercato, who say the Angers defender, 19, has attracted plenty of interest across Europe, and recently visited both United and City to look around their facilities and speak to people at the club.
The report says Ait-Nouri has returned to France to assess his options, and both clubs are prepared to make a formal offer to sign him in the meantime. The youngster, who played 17 times in the curtailed Ligue 1 season, is a client of Jorge Mendes.
It is claimed Atlético de Madrid, PSG, Monaco, Leicester, Crystal Palace and Wolverhampton are also monitoring Ait-Nouri's situation, with the player under contract until 2023. However, his club have a history of selling talented young players in recent years, and expect him to sign for a big club at some point in the future.
Angers manager Stéphane Moulin said last week: "It's not sure but there are chances that he will leave so we have to anticipate. For Rayan, I have rarely seen such a talented boy, he is far ahead. He is very well balanced and I think he should end up in a big club."
Meanwhile, Roma have asked United defender Chris Smalling to help them sign him this summer, according to reports in Italy.
Gazzetta dello Sport suggest Roma are struggling to afford a permanent deal for the defender and have asked him to play hardball by telling United he only wants to move to them.
Over at City, Goal say Barcelona have made Eric Garcia their top transfer priority this summer after a fine breakthrough season.
Former Barca academy player Garcia is still highly thought of at the Nou Camp, who see him as the long-term successor to Gerard Pique, the report says.
It's claimed City are still confident of tying Garcia to a long-term contract, but he may consider his future should Pep Guardiola leave.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Man City news and transfers RECAP

Man City news and transfers RECAP

Manchester City are closing in on the £40million purchase of central defender Nathan Ake from Bournemouth .
The Blues were @ @ @ @ @ relegated Cherries for the Holland international on Thursday , just a day after they seemed @ @ @ @ @ move for Valencia winger Ferran Torres .
Ake has long been on City 's radar @ @ @ @ @ hoping to add another central defender to their squad after losing Vincent Kompany last summer @ @ @ @ @ the futures of Nicolas Otamendi and John Stones .
The two clubs are close to @ @ @ @ @ £40million , with an extra £1million in add-ons - but the deal has not yet @ @ @ @ @ position remains unclear , but it is unlikely City would be so advanced in a @ @ @ @ @ the player wants to join them .
Look back over the latest City news throughout @ @ @

newsdesk@men-news.co.uk (Liam Corless, Joe Bray)

Manchester City are closing in on the £40million purchase of central defender Nathan Ake from Bournemouth.
The Blues were in advanced talks with the relegated Cherries for the Holland international on Thursday, just a day after they seemed to have wrapped up a move for Valencia winger Ferran Torres.
Ake has long been on City's radar, and they are still hoping to add another central defender to their squad after losing Vincent Kompany last summer, and with doubts over the futures of Nicolas Otamendi and John Stones.
The two clubs are close to agreement in a deal for £40million, with an extra £1million in add-ons - but the deal has not yet been struck.
Ake's position remains unclear, but it is unlikely City would be so advanced in a deal unless they were sure the player wants to join them.
Look back over the latest City news throughout the day.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Manchester United news and transfers RECAP

Manchester United are relaxed about their pursuit of Jadon Sancho amid attempts by Borussia Dortmund to pressurise them into making @ @ @ @ @ report in Germany this week claimed United had submitted a £90million offer for priority target @ @ @ @ @ the club denied any bid had been made on the first day of the summer @ @ @ @ @ have privately admitted the same .
The MEN understands United believe Dortmund are attempting to @ @ @ @ @ other clubs to accelerate a deal before their pre-season fixtures start .
German sources say @ @ @ @ @ - valued in excess of €100m - by August 10 - the day United are @ @ @ @ @ League quarter-final in Cologne - and two days before Dortmund face Altach in Austria .
@ @ @ @ @ are interested in Raul Jimenez but MEN Sport believe he is not a priority target @ @ @ @ @ latest United news .

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

Manchester United are relaxed about their pursuit of Jadon Sancho amid attempts by Borussia Dortmund to pressurise them into making an early bid.
A report in Germany this week claimed United had submitted a £90million offer for priority target Sancho, 20, but the club denied any bid had been made on the first day of the summer transfer window and Dortmund figures have privately admitted the same.
The MEN understands United believe Dortmund are attempting to arouse interest in Sancho from other clubs to accelerate a deal before their pre-season fixtures start.
German sources say Dortmund want to sell Sancho - valued in excess of €100m - by August 10 - the day United are due to play their Europa League quarter-final in Cologne - and two days before Dortmund face Altach in Austria.
Meanwhile, reports suggest United are interested in Raul Jimenez but MEN Sport believe he is not a priority target.
Look back over the latest United news.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Raheem Sterling's mansion targeted by burglars who preyed on celebrities

Thomas Mee , 42 , Vincent Ball , 52 , and John Barlow , 58 , burgled the homes of the Manchester City footballer and other wealthy individuals across the UK , a court heard .
The trio , all from Liverpool , admitted conspiracy to burgle at Chester Crown Court on Friday ( July 31 ) .
Jamiroquai singer Jay Kay 's house in Buckinghamshire was among those targeted by the gang , as well as the homes of Bury FC chairman Steve Dale and Mansfield Town FC owner John Radford .
Simon Parry , prosecuting , said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of highly organised and sophisticated house burglars who have travelled to various parts of the UK , including here in Cheshire . ''
He said the three targeted the homes of `` high-wealth individuals '' and used sophisticated techniques such as cloned number plates and `` dirty phones '' to avoid detection .
The court heard the defendants attempted to burgle Sterling 's home in Goostrey , Cheshire , on November 4 , 2018 .
Mr Parry said : `` Fortunately the alarm system at the address activated and scared the burglars away @ @ @ @ @ @ @ days later , on November 14 2018 , the three men checked into a hotel in Buckinghamshire and later Kay 's home , Horsenden Manor , was targeted .
Mr Parry said the singer 's housekeeper noticed an upstairs window was open and found a camera had been stolen .
A total of more than £550,000 of jewellery , watches and handbags was taken from 14 properties across Nottinghamshire Worcestershire , Buckinghamshire and Warwickshire between November 2018 and October 2019 , the court heard .
Photos of some of the handbags were found @ @ @ @ @ @ @ admitted handling stolen goods .
In a statement read to the court , Cheryl Batson , who had £146,000 worth of jewellery and handbags , as well as a Louis Vuitton scarf , taken from her home in Willaston , Cheshire , said she suffered anxiety and distress after the raid .
She said : `` I have a heartbreaking feeling of loss over the sentimental pieces of jewellery which belonged to my late grandmother .
`` I can not stress enough the heartache I feel over having these items taken from me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the burglars were disturbed while in the Prestbury home of Mr Dale .
Watches worth between £300,000 and £500,000 were dropped by the intruders as Mr Dale 's son gave chase and they left the property with only a £10 note .
They were later arrested and items including balaclavas , binoculars , crow bars and cloned number plates were found in a car used by the men .
Officers also found £125,000 in cash during a search of one of Mee 's properties .
Andrew Alty , defending Mee , said it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ money was legitimate .
Recorder of Chester Judge Steven Everett branded Mee `` ignorant and selfish '' for posting a letter to the home of one of his victims to express his remorse .
Anthony Russell , whose property in Lymm , Cheshire , was broken into by the gang , said : `` I only hope this is absolutely genuine but perhaps we would really have preferred not to receive this letter . ''
He said : `` These three defendants need to appreciate the effect of their awful actions on all @ @ @ @ @

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Burglars targeted the homes of celebrities including Raheem Sterling's Cheshire mansion.
Thomas Mee, 42, Vincent Ball, 52, and John Barlow, 58, burgled the homes of the Manchester City footballer and other wealthy individuals across the UK, a court heard.
The trio, all from Liverpool, admitted conspiracy to burgle at Chester Crown Court on Friday (July 31).
Jamiroquai singer Jay Kay's house in Buckinghamshire was among those targeted by the gang, as well as the homes of Bury FC chairman Steve Dale and Mansfield Town FC owner John Radford.
Simon Parry, prosecuting, said: "These three defendants are a team of highly organised and sophisticated house burglars who have travelled to various parts of the UK, including here in Cheshire."
He said the three targeted the homes of "high-wealth individuals" and used sophisticated techniques such as cloned number plates and "dirty phones" to avoid detection.
(Image: Getty Images)
The court heard the defendants attempted to burgle Sterling's home in Goostrey, Cheshire, on November 4, 2018.
Mr Parry said: "Fortunately the alarm system at the address activated and scared the burglars away. Nothing was taken."
Ten days later, on November 14 2018, the three men checked into a hotel in Buckinghamshire and later Kay's home, Horsenden Manor, was targeted.
Mr Parry said the singer's housekeeper noticed an upstairs window was open and found a camera had been stolen.
A total of more than £550,000 of jewellery, watches and handbags was taken from 14 properties across Nottinghamshire
Worcestershire, Buckinghamshire and Warwickshire between November 2018 and October 2019, the court heard.
(Image: MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS)
Photos of some of the handbags were found on the phone of Mee, who admitted handling stolen goods.
In a statement read to the court, Cheryl Batson, who had £146,000 worth of jewellery and handbags, as well as a Louis Vuitton scarf, taken from her home in Willaston, Cheshire, said she suffered anxiety and distress after the raid.
She said: "I have a heartbreaking feeling of loss over the sentimental pieces of jewellery which belonged to my late grandmother.
"I cannot stress enough the heartache I feel over having these items taken from me."
On October 5 2019, the burglars were disturbed while in the Prestbury home of Mr Dale.
Watches worth between £300,000 and £500,000 were dropped by the intruders as Mr Dale's son gave chase and they left the property with only a £10 note.
They were later arrested and items including balaclavas, binoculars, crow bars and cloned number plates were found in a car used by the men.
(Image: MEN Media)
Officers also found £125,000 in cash during a search of one of Mee's properties.
Andrew Alty, defending Mee, said it was the defendant's case that the money was legitimate.
Recorder of Chester Judge Steven Everett branded Mee "ignorant and selfish" for posting a letter to the home of one of his victims to express his remorse.
Anthony Russell, whose property in Lymm, Cheshire, was broken into by the gang, said: "I only hope this is absolutely genuine but perhaps we would really have preferred not to receive this letter."
Judge Everett adjourned sentencing until Monday.
He said: "These three defendants need to appreciate the effect of their awful actions on all of these people."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Anger of parents over ban on families going into each other's homes

Parents have reacted with fury to news that family members can not come into their homes to help with childcare - but paid workers can .
On Thursday night , the government announced strict new rules banning people from going into each other 's homes .
Unless they are in a bubble together , it means families can not look after children inside each other 's homes .
Instead , new rules published on Friday state that two households , or up to six people from multiple households , can provide childcare 'in outdoor public places such as parks ' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'registered child care provision ' , meaning child minders can still look after children in their own homes .
To the ire of many parents , the rules also state that nannies can still work in homes , as can cleaners and repair workers .
Hundreds of readers have shared their thoughts on the decision on the Manchester Evening News Facebook page .
Kate-louise Power wrote : `` So again as long as you 're paying for a service it 's fine , utter rubbish how are parents meant to work if they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not everyone can afford nurseries and child minders and rely on their parents .
`` I certainly wo n't be abiding by it , in Wigan our numbers are really low compared to the other areas and how come places like Liverpool and London have n't been included when they have higher numbers .
Christina Board posted : `` It 's absolutely shocking to say this and spring this on us .
My husband has had to use all his annual leave taking odd days off over the summer hols to cover the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we have no childcare .
We just about made it stretch but now the kids do n't go back till a week later than planned and we planned they go to grandparents .
`` I 'm sorry but we cant do anything other than send them as planned !
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We are both key workers and ca n't just drop work when the government say we should !
! ''
Jean Wesolowski wrote : `` Pathetic sick of it all how can parents afford a nanny or other means of child care @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Boris think what you 're saying . ''
Read more of today 's stories here Samantha Nuttall said : `` There are not enough childminder places for us to even all suddenly use childminders who are really tightly regulated and can not just suddenly take on loads of kids . ''
Abbie Everitt-Chambers commented : `` Oh I 'll just suddenly tell my job I ca n't work some of my shifts because suddenly my daughter ca n't go to her grandparents while we work , and I 'll tell Halifax I ca @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'm not earning enough because of childcare issues , alright then . ''
Joanne Alarcon wrote : `` I fail to see the difference of letting my mother in law or a friend babysit my children if I have to go out or getting a nanny to come and look after my kids .
There is no difference at all .
While he is trying to enforce a lockdown and still trying to keep people in employment the rules literally make no sense this time around he is contradicting himself '' On so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Kirstie Jade posted : `` Interesting how people who the government make money off through tax are allowed to look after your children however free childcare is not permissible .
Absolute bull .
I 've been quite supportive of all the government rules until this last minute stunt last night but I think a lot of people ( myself included ) will be taking all these new rules with a pinch of salt due to the way they were presented and enforced on us with such ridiculous notice and wooly presentation .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ way these measures were announced with no warning shows a lack of respect for the northern electorate , including working parents .
Many parents rely on help from families and friends who are not in single households .
`` To suddenly take this away can cause real issues - especially when over a day later the advice is n't even that clear .
`` The rules also do n't seem logical - why ca n't a grandparent visit your home but a paid nanny can for example ?
`` Why is it ok @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more people at a nursery than at home with people who have had very limited contact with others ? ''

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Parents have reacted with fury to news that family members cannot come into their homes to help with childcare - but paid workers can.
On Thursday night, the government announced strict new rules banning people from going into each other's homes.
Unless they are in a bubble together, it means families cannot look after children inside each other's homes.
Instead, new rules published on Friday state that two households, or up to six people from multiple households, can provide childcare 'in outdoor public places such as parks'.
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Parents can also continue to use 'registered child care provision', meaning child minders can still look after children in their own homes.
To the ire of many parents, the rules also state that nannies can still work in homes, as can cleaners and repair workers.
Hundreds of readers have shared their thoughts on the decision on the Manchester Evening News Facebook page.
Kate-louise Power wrote: "So again as long as you're paying for a service it's fine, utter rubbish how are parents meant to work if they cannot use grandparents for childcare, not everyone can afford nurseries and child minders and rely on their parents.
"I certainly won't be abiding by it, in Wigan our numbers are really low compared to the other areas and how come places like Liverpool and London haven't been included when they have higher numbers.
"It's an absolute shambles".
Christina Board posted: "It's absolutely shocking to say this and spring this on us. My husband has had to use all his annual leave taking odd days off over the summer hols to cover the days I’m in work as we have no childcare. We just about made it stretch but now the kids don't go back till a week later than planned and we planned they go to grandparents.
"I'm sorry but we cant do anything other than send them as planned!!! We are both key workers and can't just drop work when the government say we should!!"
Jean Wesolowski wrote: "Pathetic sick of it all how can parents afford a nanny or other means of child care when they've had wages cut , Boris think what you're saying."
Samantha Nuttall said: "There are not enough childminder places for us to even all suddenly use childminders who are really tightly regulated and cannot just suddenly take on loads of kids."
Abbie Everitt-Chambers commented: "Oh I'll just suddenly tell my job I can't work some of my shifts because suddenly my daughter can't go to her grandparents while we work, and I'll tell Halifax I can't pay my mortgage either cause I'm not earning enough because of childcare issues, alright then."
Joanne Alarcon wrote: "I fail to see the difference of letting my mother in law or a friend babysit my children if I have to go out or getting a nanny to come and look after my kids. There is no difference at all. While he is trying to enforce a lockdown and still trying to keep people in employment the rules literally make no sense this time around he is contradicting himself
"On so many levels it’s crazy."
Kirstie Jade posted: "Interesting how people who the government make money off through tax are allowed to look after your children however free childcare is not permissible. Absolute bull. I've been quite supportive of all the government rules until this last minute stunt last night but I think a lot of people (myself included) will be taking all these new rules with a pinch of salt due to the way they were presented and enforced on us with such ridiculous notice and wooly presentation."
Bethan Dorsett said: "The way these measures were announced with no warning shows a lack of respect for the northern electorate, including working parents. Many parents rely on help from families and friends who are not in single households.
"To suddenly take this away can cause real issues - especially when over a day later the advice isn't even that clear.
"The rules also don't seem logical - why can't a grandparent visit your home but a paid nanny can for example?
"Why is it ok for your child to be mingling with more people at a nursery than at home with people who have had very limited contact with others?"


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Euromillions results and draw LIVE: Winning numbers for Friday July 31

It 's Friday night and which means it 's time for another EuroMillions lottery draw - the last of this @ @ @ @ @ tonight 's draw stands at an impressive £35 million .
That could be a life-changing @ @ @ @ @ manage to get your hands on it .
Perhaps you 'd choose to relocate to @ @ @ @ @ off on a luxury holiday .
To play the game , you 'll need to @ @ @ @ @ before 7.30pm and choose five main numbers and two lucky stars - or you can @ @ @ @ @ Lottery website .
But even if you do n't secure the jackpot , you could @ @ @ @ @ of cash by matching fewer numbers .
With every ticket you 'll also be entered @ @ @ @ @ which will turn one lucky ticket holder into a millionaire if their raffle code is @ @ @ @ @ be revealing the results for the Euromillions , the Thunderball draw , and the Millionaire @ @ @ @ @ for updates as the numbers are announced ...

It's Friday night and which means it's time for another EuroMillions lottery draw - the last of this month.
The jackpot for tonight's draw stands at an impressive £35 million.
That could be a life-changing amount of money if you manage to get your hands on it.
Perhaps you'd choose to relocate to somewhere hot, or jet off on a luxury holiday.
To play the game, you'll need to pick up a lottery ticket before 7.30pm and choose five main numbers and two lucky stars - or you can play online on the National Lottery website.
But even if you don't secure the jackpot, you could still take home large amounts of cash by matching fewer numbers.
With every ticket you'll also be entered into the Millionaire Maker draw which will turn one lucky ticket holder into a millionaire if their raffle code is picked.
Tonight we'll be revealing the results for the Euromillions, the Thunderball draw, and the Millionaire Maker code.
Scroll down for updates as the numbers are announced...


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Katie McGlynn looks stunning as she watches the BAFTAs from home

Katie McGlynn was n't going to let the lack of red carpet stop her from dressing up for the BAFTAs .
The former Coronation Street star was determined to get dressed for the BAFTA Television Awards despite the ceremony being virtual this year because of the COVID-19 outbreak .
Katie , 27 , who played Sinead Osbourne in Corrie until the end of last year , looked stunning in a red leaf-effect gown as she smiled for a snap posted on her social media .
Sporting silvery blonde locks , she told her fans coronavirus was n't stopping her from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ night .
`` @ bafta ready ..covid isn ’ t stopping me from getting glam ! ''
she wrote .
She added 'pass me the champers ' and Katie , from Rochdale , was in the mood celebrate after being nominated for the awards screened on BBC One .
`` You look amazing , '' said Manchester fashion designer Nadine Merabi .
Katie previously scooped the best serial drama performance for her heartbreaking scenes in Coronation Street as tragic Sinead at the National Television Awards 2020 .
And the death of Sinead has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Moment at the BAFTA Television Awards .
Sinead 's death from cervical cancer saw some of the long-running soap 's most harrowing scenes as it documented the young mum and newlywed 's journey - and Katie felt like she was grieving for real while acting out her final scenes in Sinead 's flat that she shared with her husband Daniel and their baby son Bertie .
This year ’ s nominees are involved through a combination of video linkups and pre-recorded acceptance speeches , with a number of celebrity presenters also on hand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ took part in a photo shoot with the legendary photographer Rankin ahead of the awards , posing atop a lawnmower .
And she looked super-glam in a jewelled white gown accessorised with gardening gloves .
Katie said about her Rankin image : `` All dressed up and nowhere to go ( insert lawnmower emoji ) . ''

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Katie McGlynn wasn't going to let the lack of red carpet stop her from dressing up for the BAFTAs.
The former Coronation Street star was determined to get dressed for the BAFTA Television Awards despite the ceremony being virtual this year because of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Katie, 27, who played Sinead Osbourne in Corrie until the end of last year, looked stunning in a red leaf-effect gown as she smiled for a snap posted on her social media.
Sporting silvery blonde locks, she told her fans coronavirus wasn't stopping her from getting her glam on for the big night.
"@bafta ready ..covid isn’t stopping me from getting glam!" she wrote.
She added 'pass me the champers' and Katie, from Rochdale, was in the mood celebrate after being nominated for the awards screened on BBC One.
"Stunning," said one follower.
"You look amazing," said Manchester fashion designer Nadine Merabi.
Katie previously scooped the best serial drama performance for her heartbreaking scenes in Coronation Street as tragic Sinead at the National Television Awards 2020.
(Image: Rankin/Virgin Media BAFTAs)
And the death of Sinead has been nominated for this year's Must-See Moment at the BAFTA Television Awards.
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Sinead's death from cervical cancer saw some of the long-running soap's most harrowing scenes as it documented the young mum and newlywed's journey - and Katie felt like she was grieving for real while acting out her final scenes in Sinead's flat that she shared with her husband Daniel and their baby son Bertie.
This year’s nominees are involved through a combination of video linkups and pre-recorded acceptance speeches, with a number of celebrity presenters also on hand in-studio to announce the winners.
She took part in a photo shoot with the legendary photographer Rankin ahead of the awards, posing atop a lawnmower.
And she looked super-glam in a jewelled white gown accessorised with gardening gloves.
Katie said about her Rankin image: "All dressed up and nowhere to go (insert lawnmower emoji)."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Corrie fans horrified as creepy Geoff threatens Jenny

He 's been creeping out Corrie fans for months and Geoff Metcalfe gave another insight into his disturbed mind in tonight 's episode .
Geoff , played by Ian Bartholomew , left Rovers Return landlady Jenny Connor stunned when he told her she reminded him of his mother , went on to tell a seriously creepy anecdote and then threatened her in Friday 's Coronation Street .
The magician , who viewers know has been abusing his wife Yasmeen , revealed his dark side when Jenny called him 'Geoffrey ' as she sold him a bottle of wine .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when I was in trouble , '' he told her .
And to Jenny 's horror he added : `` You 've a look of my mother actually . ''
Noticing her face fall after his comment , he told her : `` Do n't be offended when I say that , she was a thing of rare beauty my mother . ''
Geoff took the story to a cringeworthy new level by adding his mother had a `` a wolf whistle with every step '' as he leeringly watched Jenny walk to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tell his friend and neighbour that no other woman had matched up to his mother in Geoff 's eyes .
`` Except Yasmeen of course , '' he added .
Just as viewers hoped the awkward chat had ended , he told Jenny for no apparent reason : `` I 'm going to hug the life out of you when these restrictions are lifted . ''
And as she stood staring in disbelief he said cheerily : `` Bye for now Jenny , or should I say mummy ? ''
He told her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but viewers think otherwise .
`` Geoff ’ s promise to hug the life out of Jenny , is that a sign of things to come ? ''
asked another worried fan .
`` Geoff 's clearly seriously twisted .
Calling Jenny 'mummy ' now really ? ''
commented another .
Yasmeen is currently awaiting trial for attempted murder after she fought back at bullying Geoff with a broken wine bottle as part of a harrowing coercive control storyline .
The grandmother suffered a heart attack as she prepared to appear in court @ @ @ @ @ @ @ since come forward to claim she had also been abused by him and fled the family home leaving behind their son Tim .
His ex has now said she 'll give evidence to help Yasmeen fight for her freedom .

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He's been creeping out Corrie fans for months and Geoff Metcalfe gave another insight into his disturbed mind in tonight's episode.
Geoff, played by Ian Bartholomew, left Rovers Return landlady Jenny Connor stunned when he told her she reminded him of his mother, went on to tell a seriously creepy anecdote and then threatened her in Friday's Coronation Street.
The magician, who viewers know has been abusing his wife Yasmeen, revealed his dark side when Jenny called him 'Geoffrey' as she sold him a bottle of wine.
"My mum used to call me that when I was in trouble," he told her.
(Image: ITv)
And to Jenny's horror he added: "You've a look of my mother actually."
Noticing her face fall after his comment, he told her: "Don't be offended when I say that, she was a thing of rare beauty my mother."
Geoff took the story to a cringeworthy new level by adding his mother had a "a wolf whistle with every step" as he leeringly watched Jenny walk to the till.
And he continued to tell his friend and neighbour that no other woman had matched up to his mother in Geoff's eyes.
(Image: ITV)
"Except Yasmeen of course," he added.
Just as viewers hoped the awkward chat had ended, he told Jenny for no apparent reason: "I'm going to hug the life out of you when these restrictions are lifted."
And as she stood staring in disbelief he said cheerily: "Bye for now Jenny, or should I say mummy?"
(Image: ITV)
He told her he was just 'pulling her leg' but viewers think otherwise.
"Weird Geoff. Just plain weird," tweeted one viewer.
"Mummy?????? WHAT," exclaimed another.
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"Geoff’s promise to hug the life out of Jenny, is that a sign of things to come?" asked another worried fan.
"Geoff's clearly seriously twisted. Calling Jenny 'mummy' now really?" commented another.
Yasmeen is currently awaiting trial for attempted murder after she fought back at bullying Geoff with a broken wine bottle as part of a harrowing coercive control storyline.
The grandmother suffered a heart attack as she prepared to appear in court, and Geoff's ex wife has since come forward to claim she had also been abused by him and fled the family home leaving behind their son Tim.
His ex has now said she'll give evidence to help Yasmeen fight for her freedom.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Manchester United evening headlines as Jimenez reports dismissed

Good evening , Manchester United fans .
Here are your evening headlines for Friday , June 31 .
Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Raul Jimenez has been linked with a move to Manchester United in the Portuguese broadcaster RTP , but MEN Sport understands the Mexican is not being considered by the Reds .
Jimenez , who joined Wolves from Benfica permanently last summer after a successful loan spell , was looked at by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in January when an injury to Marcus Rashford left United looking light upfront .
However , the England striker ’ s recovery , coupled with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ means the Red Devils are .
United will be active in the market this summer but a winger , namely Jadon Sancho , is their main priority while there is also interest in Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish .
New signings undertake first training session at Carrington While Manchester United are yet to complete any senior signings this summer , a number of talented youngsters have joined the club 's academy sides .
Joe Hugill , Logan Pye , and Radek Vitek have arrived and the trio were all at Carrington today ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The youngsters are expected to all train together next week , having begun with small group sessions after undergoing coronavirus tests .
Hugill and Pye have both signed from Sunderland ’ s academy while goalkeeper Vitek was previously at Sigma Olomouc in the Czech Republic .
MEN Sport understands United are still awaiting international clearance on three more academy arrivals , Spanish duo Marc Jurado and Alvaro Fernandez and Norwegian talent Isak Hansen-Aaroen .
The teenagers are expected to join from Barcelona , Real Madrid and Tromso respectively .
Senior players may be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a better position than many of their Europa League rivals when the competition resumes , holding a 5-0 first-leg lead over LASK in their last-16 clash .
This means the Premier League club should have the luxury of easing their first-teamers back into action when the competition restarts in August .
And Solskjaer is understood to be amid concerns about overplaying them .
United showed signs of fatigue at the tail end of the Premier League season after a tightly-packed fixture schedule , and the second leg against LASK could provide an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ talents who featured in the group stages .
Tahith Chong and James Garner were among the youngsters who played in the opening fixtures , and Solskjaer may well make use of his full squad in Europe .
If United make it through the LASK game on August 11 , they will have five days to recover before taking on FC Copenhagen or Istanbul Basaksehirspor in a one-off quarter-final in Frankfurt .

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Good evening, Manchester United fans. Here are your evening headlines for Friday, June 31.
Jimenez rumours wide of the mark
Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Raul Jimenez has been linked with a move to Manchester United in the Portuguese broadcaster RTP, but MEN Sport understands the Mexican is not being considered by the Reds.
Jimenez, who joined Wolves from Benfica permanently last summer after a successful loan spell, was looked at by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in January when an injury to Marcus Rashford left United looking light upfront.
However, the England striker’s recovery, coupled with the loan arrival of Odion Ighalo, means the Red Devils are no longer targeting a number nine .
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United will be active in the market this summer but a winger, namely Jadon Sancho, is their main priority while there is also interest in Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish.
New signings undertake first training session at Carrington
While Manchester United are yet to complete any senior signings this summer, a number of talented youngsters have joined the club's academy sides.
Joe Hugill, Logan Pye, and Radek Vitek have arrived and the trio were all at Carrington today (Friday) for their first training session as United players.
The youngsters are expected to all train together next week, having begun with small group sessions after undergoing coronavirus tests.
Hugill and Pye have both signed from Sunderland’s academy while goalkeeper Vitek was previously at Sigma Olomouc in the Czech Republic.
MEN Sport understands United are still awaiting international clearance on three more academy arrivals, Spanish duo Marc Jurado and Alvaro Fernandez and Norwegian talent Isak Hansen-Aaroen.
The teenagers are expected to join from Barcelona, Real Madrid and Tromso respectively.
Senior players may be rested in Europa League
Manchester United are in a better position than many of their Europa League rivals when the competition resumes, holding a 5-0 first-leg lead over LASK in their last-16 clash.
This means the Premier League club should have the luxury of easing their first-teamers back into action when the competition restarts in August.
And Solskjaer is understood to be considering resting several key players amid concerns about overplaying them.
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United showed signs of fatigue at the tail end of the Premier League season after a tightly-packed fixture schedule, and the second leg against LASK could provide an opportunity to recall many of the academy talents who featured in the group stages.
Tahith Chong and James Garner were among the youngsters who played in the opening fixtures, and Solskjaer may well make use of his full squad in Europe.
If United make it through the LASK game on August 11, they will have five days to recover before taking on FC Copenhagen or Istanbul Basaksehirspor in a one-off quarter-final in Frankfurt.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Man City evening headlines as Nathan Ake signing explained

Good evening , Manchester City fans .
Here are your evening headlines for Friday , July 31 .
Manchester City look to have moved quickly to strengthen their squad this summer with Nathan Ake expected to join from Bournemouth for a fee in the region of £40m .
The Dutch defender has been a constant presence at the back for Bournemouth , and there was always likely to be interest in him following the Cherries ’ relegation from the Premier League .
However , there are plenty of reasons why City would look at Ake specifically , and at least @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do with their own struggles at the back .
Chief City writer Stuart Brennan goes into detail about the benefits of Ake joining City and stepping in ahead of the likes of Nicolas Otamendi and John Stones , and picks out one particularly impressive stat from the 25-year-old ’ s time under Eddie Howe .
Over more than a decade at the top , Pep Guardiola has been able to test himself against some of the best teams and managers in world football .
Whether in charge of Barcelona in La Liga , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ City in the Premier League , or any of the three in the Champions League , Guardiola has tested himself against the best around .
However , when about the best opponent he has faced , the Catalan coach had a clear answer .
`` The toughest opponent I 've ever faced in my career is this Liverpool from last year and this one , '' Guardiola said .
“ If you let yourself be dominated , they lock you in the area and you ca n't escape .
When you dominate them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one else .
They are very fast going backwards .
They are very strong strategically .
Their players have great mental strength .
[ Klopp ] is the rival who has made me think about how to beat him the most.
” Manchester City are reportedly monitoring Atletico Madrid centre-back Jose Maria Gimenez , who is also on the radar of Premier League rivals Chelsea .
However , the Uruguayan international won ’ t come cheap , with suggesting any team intent on signing Gimenez will need to meet his £108m release clause @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scored for his country at the 2018 World Cup , has played more than 150 games for Atletico since joining from Danubio as a teenager .
ESPN says Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is a fan of the South American , but the Blues have other priorities away from centre-back .

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Good evening, Manchester City fans. Here are your evening headlines for Friday, July 31.
Why Man City moved for Ake
Manchester City look to have moved quickly to strengthen their squad this summer with Nathan Ake expected to join from Bournemouth for a fee in the region of £40m.
The Dutch defender has been a constant presence at the back for Bournemouth, and there was always likely to be interest in him following the Cherries’ relegation from the Premier League.
However, there are plenty of reasons why City would look at Ake specifically, and at least one of them has a bit to do with their own struggles at the back.
Chief City writer Stuart Brennan goes into detail about the benefits of Ake joining City and stepping in ahead of the likes of Nicolas Otamendi and John Stones, and picks out one particularly impressive stat from the 25-year-old’s time under Eddie Howe.
Guardiola names toughest opponent of managerial career
Over more than a decade at the top, Pep Guardiola has been able to test himself against some of the best teams and managers in world football.
Whether in charge of Barcelona in La Liga, Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga, Manchester City in the Premier League, or any of the three in the Champions League, Guardiola has tested himself against the best around.
However, when asked by DAZN about the best opponent he has faced, the Catalan coach had a clear answer.
"The toughest opponent I've ever faced in my career is this Liverpool from last year and this one," Guardiola said.
“If you let yourself be dominated, they lock you in the area and you can't escape. When you dominate them, they run into space like no one else. They are very fast going backwards. They are very strong strategically. Their players have great mental strength. [Klopp] is the rival who has made me think about how to beat him the most.”
City join Chelsea in Gimenez race
Manchester City are reportedly monitoring Atletico Madrid centre-back Jose Maria Gimenez, who is also on the radar of Premier League rivals Chelsea.
However, the Uruguayan international won’t come cheap, with ESPN suggesting any team intent on signing Gimenez will need to meet his £108m release clause.
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The 25-year-old, who played and scored for his country at the 2018 World Cup, has played more than 150 games for Atletico since joining from Danubio as a teenager.
ESPN says Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is a fan of the South American, but the Blues have other priorities away from centre-back.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Confused, chaotic messaging on northern Covid measures could cost lives

At today ’ s Downing Street press conference on the ramped-up coronavirus measures announced for much of the north , Boris Johnson addressed the question of messaging .
Until a vaccine emerges , he said , ‘ the only real utensil we have for controlling the spread of this new virus is human behaviour ’ .
“ And the only way we can encourage people to behave in one way or another is through advice…We need to keep it as simple as we possibly can.
” And yet what Greater Manchester , West Yorkshire and East Lancashire have been told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doesn ’ t really fall into the category of simplicity or clarity .
When the news emerged - late on last night , via Twitter and a Sky News interview with the health secretary - it was mired in contradictory reports and a lack of precise , practical information .
Just to take one example , when Matt Hancock initially tweeted about the measures , he said people would ‘ not be allowed to meet indoors ’ .
Then the government guidance was published and it turned out that it applied to private @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Today Greater Manchester ’ s leaders took the rather extraordinary step of issuing a press release saying they did not themselves understand whether people were or were not allowed to meet friends outside a pub or cafe .
At 5.30pm this evening , the government finally published some guidance to say that they can .
Equally Greater Manchester doesn ’ t even know how many people can meet together outside at any one time .
“ How many people can gather in an outdoor space in Greater Manchester – is it 30 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ asked the ten council leaders and mayor in the statement issued this afternoon .
You can sense the frustration .
Neither is there much clarity on childcare arrangements .
The government guidance effectively says that unless the person caring for your child is in your existing ‘ support bubble ’ , it ’ s a no-go , unless you want your child cared for in the park all day .
Yet it isn ’ t explicit about it and it wasn ’ t highlighted to any real extent in the messaging , despite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of people .
Understandably , this became one of the most common concerns raised by M.E.N .
readers today and from what I can gather , MPs and council leaders are worried about it too .
Because they don ’ t really know what to tell people either .
On one level , it 's a story of government communications incompetence , but in a pandemic that takes on a much darker significance .
As Boris Johnson said himself , in the absence of a vaccine , all we have is human behaviour @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which doesn ’ t seem to exactly be excelling itself , the other tool is public health messaging .
But for public health messaging to work , people need to firstly understand it and secondly to understand the logic behind it .
Without that , people will simply ignore it .
The way the announcement was rushed out last night with a few hours ’ notice , without any clear details of how it would work practically , caused confusion and , as Greater Manchester ’ s leaders said today , distress @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s the woman about to give birth , now wondering whether she will be allowed to have her mum stay to help out , or whether it ’ s the restaurant that has just seen all its weekend bookings cancelled ( and there is more than one of those ) despite it later turning out that you can actually meet friends at a table outside , government has failed to be clear on matters that directly impact people ’ s lives .
But even more crucially , that has a direct impact on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Greater Manchester population .
Public messaging is one of our only hopes in fighting this pandemic for the foreseeable future , as the Prime Minister admits himself .
Against the backdrop of Covid , communications incompetence turns from being embarrassing to potentially deadly .
Doing it badly could carry a heavy price .

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At today’s Downing Street press conference on the ramped-up coronavirus measures announced for much of the north, Boris Johnson addressed the question of messaging.
Until a vaccine emerges, he said, ‘the only real utensil we have for controlling the spread of this new virus is human behaviour’.
“And the only way we can encourage people to behave in one way or another is through advice…We need to keep it as simple as we possibly can.”
And yet what Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire and East Lancashire have been told to do over the last 24 hours doesn’t really fall into the category of simplicity or clarity.
When the news emerged - late on last night, via Twitter and a Sky News interview with the health secretary - it was mired in contradictory reports and a lack of precise, practical information.
Just to take one example, when Matt Hancock initially tweeted about the measures, he said people would ‘not be allowed to meet indoors’. Then the government guidance was published and it turned out that it applied to private gardens too.
Or take beer gardens. Today Greater Manchester’s leaders took the rather extraordinary step of issuing a press release saying they did not themselves understand whether people were or were not allowed to meet friends outside a pub or cafe. At 5.30pm this evening, the government finally published some guidance to say that they can.
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Equally Greater Manchester doesn’t even know how many people can meet together outside at any one time.
“How many people can gather in an outdoor space in Greater Manchester – is it 30 or is it 6?”, asked the ten council leaders and mayor in the statement issued this afternoon. You can sense the frustration.
Neither is there much clarity on childcare arrangements. The government guidance effectively says that unless the person caring for your child is in your existing ‘support bubble’, it’s a no-go, unless you want your child cared for in the park all day. Yet it isn’t explicit about it and it wasn’t highlighted to any real extent in the messaging, despite it being a huge issue for millions of people.
Understandably, this became one of the most common concerns raised by M.E.N. readers today and from what I can gather, MPs and council leaders are worried about it too. Because they don’t really know what to tell people either.
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On one level, it's a story of government communications incompetence, but in a pandemic that takes on a much darker significance.
As Boris Johnson said himself, in the absence of a vaccine, all we have is human behaviour. Aside from the contact tracing system, which doesn’t seem to exactly be excelling itself, the other tool is public health messaging. But for public health messaging to work, people need to firstly understand it and secondly to understand the logic behind it.
Without that, people will simply ignore it.
The way the announcement was rushed out last night with a few hours’ notice, without any clear details of how it would work practically, caused confusion and, as Greater Manchester’s leaders said today, distress to many people.
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Whether it’s the woman about to give birth, now wondering whether she will be allowed to have her mum stay to help out, or whether it’s the restaurant that has just seen all its weekend bookings cancelled (and there is more than one of those) despite it later turning out that you can actually meet friends at a table outside, government has failed to be clear on matters that directly impact people’s lives.
But even more crucially, that has a direct impact on how fast the virus races through the Greater Manchester population.
Public messaging is one of our only hopes in fighting this pandemic for the foreseeable future, as the Prime Minister admits himself.
Against the backdrop of Covid, communications incompetence turns from being embarrassing to potentially deadly. Doing it badly could carry a heavy price.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--As she walked home from the shops, she sensed someone following her

A woman was stabbed by a drug addict as she walked home from the shops .
Graham Grayson , 52 , received a 13-year sentence for the 'horrendous ' incident , which happened in broad daylight in Wythenshawe .
A van driver who performed a 'citizen 's arrest ' and recovered the knife which Grayson wielded was given £500 from public funds to recognise his 'bravery ' .
Manchester Crown Court heard that last month , on June 5 , the woman was walking home after shopping in Wythenshawe town centre .
She began to feel like she was being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to her back .
At first , she thought it might be a neighbour playing a 'prank ' on her , but soon realised she was being attacked .
Grayson started shouting and said he 'needed ' her bag , which contained her purse and phone .
He started pulling at her bag .
At first she thought Grayson had punched her , but after seeing blood she realised she 'd been stabbed twice in the arm .
She resisted and called out for help from a nearby van driver , who got @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Grayson ran off , and the van driver pursued him .
He wrestled Grayson to the ground , detaining him until the police arrived .
He also provided the knife to the police , which Grayson had discarded .
The woman was helped after knocking on the door of a nearby house .
A judge said Grayson , a heroin addict since the age of 16 , had gone out 'specifically to steal and if necessary rob someone ' , while armed with a knife .
The court heard that the woman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' since , and has to take painkillers .
Judge Richard Mansell QC said he regarded Grayson as a 'dangerous ' offender , and handed down an extended sentence .
He said that Grayson had previously received a seven year jail term in 2003 for a 'quite horrendous ' incident , where he and a woman beat and tortured a man .
The judge sentenced Grayson to eight years in jail , and ordered an extended licence period of five years .
He will have to serve at least two-thirds of the eight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the bravery of the van driver , who he said had 'put his life in danger in more ways than one ' , in subduing a knifeman and running the risk of possible infection during the coronavirus pandemic .
Grayson , of Nuffield Road , Wythenshawe , pleaded guilty to attempted robbery and possession of a blade .
Defending , Ellen Shaw said Grayson has shown 'genuine remorse ' by pleading guilty at the first opportunity .

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A woman was stabbed by a drug addict as she walked home from the shops.
Graham Grayson, 52, received a 13-year sentence for the 'horrendous' incident, which happened in broad daylight in Wythenshawe.
A van driver who performed a 'citizen's arrest' and recovered the knife which Grayson wielded was given £500 from public funds to recognise his 'bravery'.
Manchester Crown Court heard that last month, on June 5, the woman was walking home after shopping in Wythenshawe town centre.
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She began to feel like she was being followed, and then felt a shove to her back.
At first, she thought it might be a neighbour playing a 'prank' on her, but soon realised she was being attacked.
Grayson started shouting and said he 'needed' her bag, which contained her purse and phone.
He started pulling at her bag.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
At first she thought Grayson had punched her, but after seeing blood she realised she'd been stabbed twice in the arm.
She resisted and called out for help from a nearby van driver, who got out and asked if she was okay.
Grayson ran off, and the van driver pursued him.
He wrestled Grayson to the ground, detaining him until the police arrived.
He also provided the knife to the police, which Grayson had discarded.
The woman was helped after knocking on the door of a nearby house.
A judge said Grayson, a heroin addict since the age of 16, had gone out 'specifically to steal and if necessary rob someone', while armed with a knife.
The court heard that the woman has been in 'constant pain and discomfort' since, and has to take painkillers.
Judge Richard Mansell QC said he regarded Grayson as a 'dangerous' offender, and handed down an extended sentence.
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He said that Grayson had previously received a seven year jail term in 2003 for a 'quite horrendous' incident, where he and a woman beat and tortured a man.
The judge sentenced Grayson to eight years in jail, and ordered an extended licence period of five years. He will have to serve at least two-thirds of the eight year sentence.
Judge Mansell paid tribute to the bravery of the van driver, who he said had 'put his life in danger in more ways than one', in subduing a knifeman and running the risk of possible infection during the coronavirus pandemic.
Grayson, of Nuffield Road, Wythenshawe, pleaded guilty to attempted robbery and possession of a blade.
Defending, Ellen Shaw said Grayson has shown 'genuine remorse' by pleading guilty at the first opportunity.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Drunk, vomiting woman clutching bottle of prosecco urinated in front of cop

A woman was so drunk she threw up and urinated in the street before verbally berating the police officer who tried to help her - before spitting in her face .
Ayesha Mervyn , 21 , was spotted by officers in Piccadilly Gardens in March , lying outside McDonald 's surrounded by people .
Concerned for her safety , they rushed to help her , before noticing she was carrying a bottle of prosecco and rose wine .
Mervyn staggered away , Manchester Magistrates ' Court heard .
After refusing to provide her details , Mervyn , from Stretford , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drunk and disorderly .
Mervyn then spat in one of the officer 's faces .
She pleaded guilty to being drunk and disorderly ; and assaulting an emergency worker .
Mervyn was sentenced to 20 weeks , suspended for 18 months .
Prosecuting , Gareth Hughes said officers were patrolling at around 9pm on March 2 when they spotted Mervyn on the floor .
`` The officer saw members of the public surrounding her , there were grazes on her knees and she was being sick on the floor , ” Mr Hughes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Prosecco and rose wine with her and her hair was stuck to her face .
`` She was then sick in front of a shop window and it was clear that she was not in control of what she was doing .
`` Her words were slurred , she could not stand and she was verbally aggressive towards the officers , refusing to provide her details.
” “ One of the officers had hold of her right arm and then the defendant turned towards her and spat directly into her face , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , down the left side of her head and into her eye , ” Mr Hughes added .
“ She was taken to the floor by the other officers while this officer attempted to get spit out of her eye .
“ Members of the public ran over handing the officer tissues and antibacterial wipes .
“ She also said there was an excessive amount of saliva dangling down from her hair and face.
” Mervyn also made an unrepeatable sexual comment towards the officer .
In a statement read to the court @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have never been spat at , nor have I been assaulted in my career before .
“ She spat at me in front of numerous members of the public , I found it degrading and embarrassing .
“ It is the lowest form of physical abuse and it will have a long standing impact on my emotional state .
“ I would rather a punch to the face than being spat at .
“ I was trying to help her and this is how I was treated.
” Mervyn was said to have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ police officers ; a public order offence ; and shoplifting .
In mitigation , defence lawyer Stephen Connor said his client had a difficult upbringing , in which she was subjected to exploitation and abuse .
“ These issues need to be addressed - she needs a form of therapy to help her to come to terms with these issues , ” Mr Connor said .
“ She is thoroughly ashamed and embarrassed of her actions and has apologised directly to the officer concerned.
” Sentencing , District Judge Jack McGarva said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in court should make you feel thoroughly ashamed of yourself .
“ You did what you did to the officer who was actually there to protect you from yourself - to spit in her face like that is utterly disgusting .
“ How would you feel if somebody had done that to you ?
” Mervyn , of Highfield Road , was also sentenced to 20 days of rehabilitation activity requirements ; ordered to pay £250 compensation to the officer ; and made subject of a 20 week curfew .

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A woman was so drunk she threw up and urinated in the street before verbally berating the police officer who tried to help her - before spitting in her face.
Ayesha Mervyn, 21, was spotted by officers in Piccadilly Gardens in March, lying outside McDonald's surrounded by people.
Concerned for her safety, they rushed to help her, before noticing she was carrying a bottle of prosecco and rose wine. Mervyn staggered away, Manchester Magistrates' Court heard.
After refusing to provide her details, Mervyn, from Stretford, urinated.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
She was arrested for being drunk and disorderly.
Mervyn then spat in one of the officer's faces.
She pleaded guilty to being drunk and disorderly; and assaulting an emergency worker. Mervyn was sentenced to 20 weeks, suspended for 18 months.
Prosecuting, Gareth Hughes said officers were patrolling at around 9pm on March 2 when they spotted Mervyn on the floor.
"The officer saw members of the public surrounding her, there were grazes on her knees and she was being sick on the floor,” Mr Hughes said.
"She had a bottle of Prosecco and rose wine with her and her hair was stuck to her face.
"She was then sick in front of a shop window and it was clear that she was not in control of what she was doing.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"Her words were slurred, she could not stand and she was verbally aggressive towards the officers, refusing to provide her details.”
“One of the officers had hold of her right arm and then the defendant turned towards her and spat directly into her face, with the spit going into her hair, down the left side of her head and into her eye,” Mr Hughes added.
“She was taken to the floor by the other officers while this officer attempted to get spit out of her eye.
“Members of the public ran over handing the officer tissues and antibacterial wipes.
(Image: M.E.N.)
“She also said there was an excessive amount of saliva dangling down from her hair and face.”
Mervyn also made an unrepeatable sexual comment towards the officer.
In a statement read to the court, the officer said: “I have never been spat at, nor have I been assaulted in my career before.
“She spat at me in front of numerous members of the public, I found it degrading and embarrassing.
“It is the lowest form of physical abuse and it will have a long standing impact on my emotional state.
“I would rather a punch to the face than being spat at.
“I was trying to help her and this is how I was treated.”
Mervyn was said to have previous convictions - including two assaults on police officers; a public order offence; and shoplifting.
In mitigation, defence lawyer Stephen Connor said his client had a difficult upbringing, in which she was subjected to exploitation and abuse.
“These issues need to be addressed - she needs a form of therapy to help her to come to terms with these issues,” Mr Connor said.
“There is genuine remorse.
“She is thoroughly ashamed and embarrassed of her actions and has apologised directly to the officer concerned.”
Sentencing, District Judge Jack McGarva said: “Listening to what the prosecutor outlined in court should make you feel thoroughly ashamed of yourself.
“You did what you did to the officer who was actually there to protect you from yourself - to spit in her face like that is utterly disgusting.
“How would you feel if somebody had done that to you?”
Mervyn, of Highfield Road, was also sentenced to 20 days of rehabilitation activity requirements; ordered to pay £250 compensation to the officer; and made subject of a 20 week curfew.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Dimitar Berbatov identifies turning point in Manchester United's season

Dimitar Berbatov has highlighted the signing of Bruno Fernandes as a major factor in Manchester United 's 2020 turnaround .
United recovered from an awful start to the Premier League season to finish in third position , ahead of Chelsea and Leicester , securing Champions League qualification .
And it was the addition of Fernandes , signed for £47million from Sporting Lisbon in January , that lifted the overall level in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's team - according to former United striker Berbatov .
`` The signing of Bruno Fernandes lifted the team massively , '' Berbatov said in his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spirit changed when he came in , he has blended in really well , connecting the back four and the attack .
`` To step up and show that responsibility is huge , he 's been an amazing signing for them .
He 's important to United , but important to the players around him also .
He 's been a very pleasant surprise , because usually one player does n't make such a difference .
United need to maintain this level of consistency .
`` I 'm happy for everyone at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ qualifying for the Champions League .
They deserve it .
They had to beat Leicester and they did it .
I 'm happy for Ole and the team , this will be huge for the club and for everybody . ''
Berbatov also admitted that Solskjaer had proven his critics wrong , but says there is a huge challenge to come for the Norwegian next season .
United will be looking to bridge a huge gap to title challengers Liverpool and Man City , as well as competing in the Champions League .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ but overall people will realise managers need time to build , '' Berbatov added .
`` There are obstacles , of course , but in the future things can improve , and Ole has shown that .
It will be more difficult now with the Champions League , and you will still get criticism next year when you lose , but for now we should be happy with the work he has done .
I think the players love him , and that 's shown by how they 've played .
`` He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have n't been for so long , and he brought it when it counted the most .
They were smart , consistent , and they got results .
You can buy players now because everyone wants to play in the Champions League , and Ole has shown what a good manager he is .
`` By default , my opinion is United should be challenging for the title , even when going through difficult periods .
They need to improve again to challenge Man City and Liverpool next season , but they can @ @ @ @

Dimitar Berbatov has highlighted the signing of Bruno Fernandes as a major factor in Manchester United's 2020 turnaround.
United recovered from an awful start to the Premier League season to finish in third position, ahead of Chelsea and Leicester, securing Champions League qualification.
And it was the addition of Fernandes, signed for £47million from Sporting Lisbon in January, that lifted the overall level in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team - according to former United striker Berbatov.
"The signing of Bruno Fernandes lifted the team massively," Berbatov said in his Betfair blog. "The team's spirit changed when he came in, he has blended in really well, connecting the back four and the attack.
"To step up and show that responsibility is huge, he's been an amazing signing for them. He's important to United, but important to the players around him also. He's been a very pleasant surprise, because usually one player doesn't make such a difference. United need to maintain this level of consistency.
"I'm happy for everyone at the United after they hit their target of qualifying for the Champions League. They deserve it. They had to beat Leicester and they did it. I'm happy for Ole and the team, this will be huge for the club and for everybody."
Berbatov also admitted that Solskjaer had proven his critics wrong, but says there is a huge challenge to come for the Norwegian next season.
United will be looking to bridge a huge gap to title challengers Liverpool and Man City, as well as competing in the Champions League.
"There will always be doubters, but overall people will realise managers need time to build," Berbatov added.
"There are obstacles, of course, but in the future things can improve, and Ole has shown that. It will be more difficult now with the Champions League, and you will still get criticism next year when you lose, but for now we should be happy with the work he has done. I think the players love him, and that's shown by how they've played.
"He's made United consistent, which they haven't been for so long, and he brought it when it counted the most. They were smart, consistent, and they got results. You can buy players now because everyone wants to play in the Champions League, and Ole has shown what a good manager he is.
"By default, my opinion is United should be challenging for the title, even when going through difficult periods. They need to improve again to challenge Man City and Liverpool next season, but they can do it."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--The bang up to date coronavirus infection rates across Greater Manchester

Coronavirus infection rates across parts of Greater Manchester are continuing to spike as the region enters a new phase of lockdown measures .
The most up to date figures show that cases are still increasing in the city of Manchester and Stockport , in the week ending July 29 .
Targeted lockdown measures were implemented across Greater Manchester at midnight on Thursday , following a concerning rise in the infection rate .
People in Greater Manchester have been banned from meeting each other inside their homes or in gardens , and households can no longer mix inside pubs , restaurants @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 168 positive cases of Covid-19 in the city of Manchester in the week ending July 29 - the biggest number since May 25 .
The infection rate in Manchester on July 29 was 30.7 , which has nearly doubled since July 22 , when it was at 15.9 .
Meanwhile , in Stockport , the infection rate is continuing to spike , with 61 cases in the same week - the largest number since May 27 .
There are 20.9 cases per 100,000 people in Stockport , compared to 8.2 on July 22 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in just two days .
The number of cases in Tameside is also increasing , with a jump from a rate of 10.7 on July 22 , to 19.5 on July 29 .
From July 27 to 29 alone , the rate rose by 3.1 .
Trafford and Oldham had seen particularly sharp spikes in the infection rate , but this appears to have levelled off in the past two days .
Public Health Officials in Trafford believe the rise is concentrated to the south of the borough , around Hale and Altrincham @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the infection rate increased from 26.2 to 41.0 .
Between July 27 and July 29 , that rate fell to 36 .
Oldham 's rate soared from 38.6 to 55.2 between July 22 and July 27 .
That number has now fallen slightly to 54.7 .
Anywhere with a rate over more than 50 cases per 100,000 is rated 'red ' by the government in its assessment of the numbers .
The infection rate in Rochdale is continuing to fall , after a number of targeted measures were brought in earlier this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 29 , the rate was 25.9 , which is down significantly from 47.3 on July 22 .
Wigan , Bolton , and Bury have not seen spikes in the same way other boroughs have - but are still subject to the new lockdown rules .
In two days , Bury saw a reduction in cases , with the infection rate falling from 16.8 on July 27 , to 14.7 on July 29 .
The infection rate in Salford has risen very steadily from 16.1 on July 22 , to 21.6 in the week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Andy Burnham said he and local leaders have been regularly monitoring the rate of infection across the region this week .
He said the data , which shows an increase in cases in nine out of the ten boroughs , warranted further restrictions to be introduced .
But he criticised the government 's communication strategy , with several million people being informed of the new rules via Twitter .
`` We have been regularly monitoring the rate of infection across Greater Manchester .
This week , things changed significantly with an increase @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nine out of the ten boroughs , '' he said .
`` We agree with the government that this provides a clear evidential basis for modest restrictions to be introduced to get the rate of infection down and down faster .
`` We would strongly recommend that , where any future announcements of this nature are to be made , full supporting details should be available to the public at the moment any public or media statement is made . ''
Mr Burnham had called on the government to clarify how the new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ outdoor seating .
The Health Secretary , Matt Hancock told BBC Breakfast that meeting another household in pub gardens or outdoor restaurant space is now allowed under the new restrictions .
Now the official guidance has been updated to confirm Mr Hancock was wrong .
It now states : `` You can continue to meet in public outdoor spaces including outdoor seating or beer gardens in groups of no more than 6 people , unless the group includes only people from 2 households . ''

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Coronavirus infection rates across parts of Greater Manchester are continuing to spike as the region enters a new phase of lockdown measures.
The most up to date figures show that cases are still increasing in the city of Manchester and Stockport, in the week ending July 29.
Targeted lockdown measures were implemented across Greater Manchester at midnight on Thursday, following a concerning rise in the infection rate.
People in Greater Manchester have been banned from meeting each other inside their homes or in gardens, and households can no longer mix inside pubs, restaurants and other hospitality venues.
There were 168 positive cases of Covid-19 in the city of Manchester in the week ending July 29 - the biggest number since May 25.
The infection rate in Manchester on July 29 was 30.7, which has nearly doubled since July 22, when it was at 15.9.
(Image: MEN Media)
Meanwhile, in Stockport, the infection rate is continuing to spike, with 61 cases in the same week - the largest number since May 27.
There are 20.9 cases per 100,000 people in Stockport, compared to 8.2 on July 22. The rate has jumped by 4.1 in just two days.
The number of cases in Tameside is also increasing, with a jump from a rate of 10.7 on July 22, to 19.5 on July 29. From July 27 to 29 alone, the rate rose by 3.1.
Trafford and Oldham had seen particularly sharp spikes in the infection rate, but this appears to have levelled off in the past two days.
Public Health Officials in Trafford believe the rise is concentrated to the south of the borough, around Hale and Altrincham.
From July 22 to July 27, the infection rate increased from 26.2 to 41.0. Between July 27 and July 29, that rate fell to 36.
Oldham's rate soared from 38.6 to 55.2 between July 22 and July 27. That number has now fallen slightly to 54.7.
Anywhere with a rate over more than 50 cases per 100,000 is rated 'red' by the government in its assessment of the numbers.
(Image: Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror)
The infection rate in Rochdale is continuing to fall, after a number of targeted measures were brought in earlier this month.
In the week ending July 29, the rate was 25.9, which is down significantly from 47.3 on July 22.
Wigan, Bolton, and Bury have not seen spikes in the same way other boroughs have - but are still subject to the new lockdown rules.
In two days, Bury saw a reduction in cases, with the infection rate falling from 16.8 on July 27, to 14.7 on July 29.
(Image: MEN Media)
The infection rate in Salford has risen very steadily from 16.1 on July 22, to 21.6 in the week ending July 29.
Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham said he and local leaders have been regularly monitoring the rate of infection across the region this week.
He said the data, which shows an increase in cases in nine out of the ten boroughs, warranted further restrictions to be introduced.
But he criticised the government's communication strategy, with several million people being informed of the new rules via Twitter.
"We have been regularly monitoring the rate of infection across Greater Manchester. This week, things changed significantly with an increase in those testing positive for Covid-19 in nine out of the ten boroughs," he said.
(Image: Getty Images)
"We agree with the government that this provides a clear evidential basis for modest restrictions to be introduced to get the rate of infection down and down faster.
"We would strongly recommend that, where any future announcements of this nature are to be made, full supporting details should be available to the public at the moment any public or media statement is made."
Mr Burnham had called on the government to clarify how the new rules would work for hospitality venues with outdoor seating.
The Health Secretary, Matt Hancock told BBC Breakfast that meeting another household in pub gardens or outdoor restaurant space is now allowed under the new restrictions.
Now the official guidance has been updated to confirm Mr Hancock was wrong.
It now states: "You can continue to meet in public outdoor spaces including outdoor seating or beer gardens in groups of no more than 6 people, unless the group includes only people from 2 households."