themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--The blue wall battle of Matt Hancock’s new neighbourhood lockdowns

For any part of the country currently subject to extra Covid restrictions , or at risk of them , a familiar pattern is starting to play out .
The first few days of each week sees discussions between national and local level about what actions are being taken , what the data shows and what measures councils want .
Then local leaders and public health directors hold their breath as ministers meet in Whitehall on a Thursday evening to decide their area ’ s fate .
This week was more tense than most for Greater Manchester .
The Cabinet Office @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Manchester between Monday and Wednesday , grilling them about targeted testing and other measures they were taking to get numbers down .
Manchester wasn ’ t being threatened with full lockdown , but nonetheless remained under pressure due to rising rates - while in Oldham , there was genuine fear the economy could be shut .
In the event , that didn ’ t happen .
Tonight there will be many figures in Oldham civic centre and at Greater Manchester level exhaling deeply and pouring a stiff drink at the end of a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ escape lockdown , but Wigan was removed from restrictions altogether .
But when that was finally confirmed by the health secretary on Friday morning , he dropped a new bombshell .
In future local authorities would have to - ‘ immediately ’ , in Greater Manchester ’ s case - get around the table with their MPs and hammer out where exactly which parts of their boroughs they want measures to apply to .
That means potentially adding or removing restrictions neighbourhood by neighbourhood ; perhaps ward by ward .
In partnership , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bring forward ‘ a combined proposal on the geography which should be included , that has been developed in conjunction with the local cross-party council leadership and MPs ’ , said the government on Friday lunchtime , with neighbourhoods seeing lower infection levels ‘ expected to be exempt ’ .
That will doubtless be popular with people who live in areas they feel have unfairly been placed under restrictions .
But the politics and practicalities it could unleash will be tricky for those currently overseeing the region ’ s Covid response .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ One perplexed official responded : “ Next week is going to be mad .
“ Are you meant to check your postcode to see if you can have your family round ?
`` This is going to get quite ridiculous.
” The idea may have first surfaced in Cabinet Office conversations with Oldham council this week , where it was suggested at one stage that any potential lockdown could be done two ways - either borough-wide , or around the most affected wards .
It would be up to the local politicians to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In the end that became a moot point , since no economic lockdown was introduced .
But the prospect then resurfaced on Friday as a national policy .
Tory MPs here were delighted , after weeks of lobbying for lockdowns to be more localised .
“ The secretary of state has done everything we wanted and I am a little surprised that he went that far , ” admits one .
Their own frustrations date back to a conference call held on the night of July 30 , the chaotic evening when the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Greater Manchester , West Yorkshire and parts of Lancashire , at just after 9pm , with just a few hours ’ notice to the millions of people affected .
MPs in some of those areas had been sent last minute invites to a Zoom call with NHS Test and Trace chair Baroness Harding and other government figures , although many missed the eleventh-hour email .
The call was largely dominated by furious tirades from Tories in seats across the north who did not see why their areas needed to be included and couldn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ consulted .
Many insiders suggest ministers were taken aback by the incandescent reaction on July 30th 's call .
Overall , Leigh MP James Grundy - holder of Labour mayor Andy Burnham ’ s old seat - has been among those to push back hardest on the restrictions , along with Bury North ’ s James Daly .
So when the health secretary announced today that from next week councils would be expected to agree proposed lockdown boundaries alongside them , potentially to neighbourhood level , there was celebration among Tory backbenchers .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Secretary of State has acted on calls from Greater Manchester ’ s Conservative MPs to look at a more tailored approach to local measures for tackling Covid-19 , ” Heywood and Middleton ’ s MP Chris Clarkson told the M.E.N .
this afternoon .
“ Despite significant opposition from the mayor , who described such measures as ‘ impossible ’ .
” The remark is a reference to a furious row between Tory MPs here and Andy Burnham over the inclusion of all ten Greater Manchester boroughs in the original restrictions .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the mayor for supporting the move , which provoked a furious response , since it was the health secretary that had made the original decision .
James Grundy , holder of the mayor ’ s old seat , made similar comments to media following this afternoon ’ s announcement .
On the Labour side - and among some officials - there is therefore deep suspicion that today 's move is primarily political .
Firstly it assuages those Tory backbenchers , while at the same time potentially disrupting the often fragile consensus of a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mostly Labour councils which - thanks to the red wall election - also now has a third Tory MPs , several in very marginal seats , the potential for disagreement is obvious .
“ I foresee problems in Bolton , Trafford , Stockport and Bury , ” predicts one official .
Another question arises immediately : where does the mayor fit in , if discussions are now more focused on the dynamic between individual local authorities and their MPs , rather then ten local authorities and the mayor ?
One Labour politician here @ @ @ @ @ @ @ approach from government , while another suspects it is a gambit designed to ‘ sideline ’ Andy Burnham .
From the perspective of Tory MPs , however , there is a belief that locking down individual communities that could otherwise be socially and economically functioning is simply damaging .
Bolton West ’ s Chris Green , for example , says that alongside the need to crush the virus , he is ‘ increasingly concerned about reducing the fear people have about accessing essential health care , businesses prospering and a full return to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ notes of the new policy : “ Naturally , it will pose questions .
But what approach doesn ’ t pose questions ?
” Not every Labour MP would disagree with them .
One suggests a need for ‘ pragmatism ’ where these boundary decisions are concerned .
Greater Manchester Combined Authority warned this afternoon of a ‘ patchwork ’ approach to lockdown , however , predicting illogical boundaries that would confuse people .
If people are already struggling to figure out what rules apply to them , goes the thinking , narrowing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an interconnected conurbation is not a good plan .
Andy Burnham also makes clear he doesn ’ t support the move .
“ This policy today did take me by surprise , ” he says of the announcement .
`` There ’ s a couple of things I would say back to the Tory MPs and to the Secretary of State .
If we ’ re going to encourage people to be parochial about it , we will quickly end up in a place where it ’ s unworkable .
“ If we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and not what ’ s going on on the borders of it , it won ’ t make for good decision making.
” He says the public won ’ t forgive either local Labour or Conservatives in Westminster if they are seen to be ‘ playing politics ’ with the response .
Nevertheless there is a power struggle taking place over a picture that is becoming increasingly complicated .
In recent weeks there have been tensions between local and national government in general ; between the Tory health secretary and his own MPs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Burnham ; between Andy Burnham and at least some of his colleagues ; and between politicians and their constituents , irritable and confused by varying lockdown measures .
If Brexit provided the first battleground for the blue wall , then Covid-19 may have opened up a new front in the fight for control .

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For any part of the country currently subject to extra Covid restrictions, or at risk of them, a familiar pattern is starting to play out.
The first few days of each week sees discussions between national and local level about what actions are being taken, what the data shows and what measures councils want. Then local leaders and public health directors hold their breath as ministers meet in Whitehall on a Thursday evening to decide their area’s fate.
This week was more tense than most for Greater Manchester.
The Cabinet Office had been in to visit Oldham and Manchester between Monday and Wednesday, grilling them about targeted testing and other measures they were taking to get numbers down.
Manchester wasn’t being threatened with full lockdown, but nonetheless remained under pressure due to rising rates - while in Oldham, there was genuine fear the economy could be shut.
(Image: Getty Images)
In the event, that didn’t happen. Tonight there will be many figures in Oldham civic centre and at Greater Manchester level exhaling deeply and pouring a stiff drink at the end of a rollercoaster week. Not only did Oldham escape lockdown, but Wigan was removed from restrictions altogether.
But when that was finally confirmed by the health secretary on Friday morning, he dropped a new bombshell.
In future local authorities would have to - ‘immediately’, in Greater Manchester’s case - get around the table with their MPs and hammer out where exactly which parts of their boroughs they want measures to apply to.
That means potentially adding or removing restrictions neighbourhood by neighbourhood; perhaps ward by ward.
In partnership, councils and MPs will now need to bring forward ‘a combined proposal on the geography which should be included, that has been developed in conjunction with the local cross-party council leadership and MPs’, said the government on Friday lunchtime, with neighbourhoods seeing lower infection levels ‘expected to be exempt’.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
That will doubtless be popular with people who live in areas they feel have unfairly been placed under restrictions.
But the politics and practicalities it could unleash will be tricky for those currently overseeing the region’s Covid response. It could be easier said than done.
One perplexed official responded: “Next week is going to be mad.
“Are you meant to check your postcode to see if you can have your family round?
"This is going to get quite ridiculous.”
The idea may have first surfaced in Cabinet Office conversations with Oldham council this week, where it was suggested at one stage that any potential lockdown could be done two ways - either borough-wide, or around the most affected wards. It would be up to the local politicians to decide which it ought to be.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
In the end that became a moot point, since no economic lockdown was introduced. But the prospect then resurfaced on Friday as a national policy.
Tory MPs here were delighted, after weeks of lobbying for lockdowns to be more localised.
“The secretary of state has done everything we wanted and I am a little surprised that he went that far,” admits one.
Their own frustrations date back to a conference call held on the night of July 30, the chaotic evening when the health secretary tweeted out new restrictions for Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire and parts of Lancashire, at just after 9pm, with just a few hours’ notice to the millions of people affected.
MPs in some of those areas had been sent last minute invites to a Zoom call with NHS Test and Trace chair Baroness Harding and other government figures, although many missed the eleventh-hour email.
The call was largely dominated by furious tirades from Tories in seats across the north who did not see why their areas needed to be included and couldn’t believe they had not been consulted.
Many insiders suggest ministers were taken aback by the incandescent reaction on July 30th's call. Overall, Leigh MP James Grundy - holder of Labour mayor Andy Burnham’s old seat - has been among those to push back hardest on the restrictions, along with Bury North’s James Daly.
So when the health secretary announced today that from next week councils would be expected to agree proposed lockdown boundaries alongside them, potentially to neighbourhood level, there was celebration among Tory backbenchers.
“I’m absolutely delighted that the Secretary of State has acted on calls from Greater Manchester’s Conservative MPs to look at a more tailored approach to local measures for tackling Covid-19,” Heywood and Middleton’s MP Chris Clarkson told the M.E.N. this afternoon.
“Despite significant opposition from the mayor, who described such measures as ‘impossible’.”
The remark is a reference to a furious row between Tory MPs here and Andy Burnham over the inclusion of all ten Greater Manchester boroughs in the original restrictions. The MPs had turned their fire on the mayor for supporting the move, which provoked a furious response, since it was the health secretary that had made the original decision.
James Grundy, holder of the mayor’s old seat, made similar comments to media following this afternoon’s announcement.
On the Labour side - and among some officials - there is therefore deep suspicion that today's move is primarily political.
Firstly it assuages those Tory backbenchers, while at the same time potentially disrupting the often fragile consensus of a Labour-led region.
(Image: Nick Snape Photography)
In a conurbation with mostly Labour councils which - thanks to the red wall election - also now has a third Tory MPs, several in very marginal seats, the potential for disagreement is obvious.
“I foresee problems in Bolton, Trafford, Stockport and Bury,” predicts one official.
Another question arises immediately: where does the mayor fit in, if discussions are now more focused on the dynamic between individual local authorities and their MPs, rather then ten local authorities and the mayor?
One Labour politician here spies a ‘divide and rule’ approach from government, while another suspects it is a gambit designed to ‘sideline’ Andy Burnham.
From the perspective of Tory MPs, however, there is a belief that locking down individual communities that could otherwise be socially and economically functioning is simply damaging.
Bolton West’s Chris Green, for example, says that alongside the need to crush the virus, he is ‘increasingly concerned about reducing the fear people have about accessing essential health care, businesses prospering and a full return to school’.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Another Greater Manchester Conservative notes of the new policy: “Naturally, it will pose questions. But what approach doesn’t pose questions?”
Not every Labour MP would disagree with them. One suggests a need for ‘pragmatism’ where these boundary decisions are concerned.
Greater Manchester Combined Authority warned this afternoon of a ‘patchwork’ approach to lockdown, however, predicting illogical boundaries that would confuse people. If people are already struggling to figure out what rules apply to them, goes the thinking, narrowing it down to local neighbourhood in such an interconnected conurbation is not a good plan.
Andy Burnham also makes clear he doesn’t support the move.
“This policy today did take me by surprise,” he says of the announcement.
“It’s problematic.
(Image: PA)
"There’s a couple of things I would say back to the Tory MPs and to the Secretary of State. If we’re going to encourage people to be parochial about it, we will quickly end up in a place where it’s unworkable.
“If we’re just looking at the ward and not what’s going on on the borders of it, it won’t make for good decision making.”
He says the public won’t forgive either local Labour or Conservatives in Westminster if they are seen to be ‘playing politics’ with the response.
Nevertheless there is a power struggle taking place over a picture that is becoming increasingly complicated.
In recent weeks there have been tensions between local and national government in general; between the Tory health secretary and his own MPs; between those same MPs and Andy Burnham; between Andy Burnham and at least some of his colleagues; and between politicians and their constituents, irritable and confused by varying lockdown measures.
If Brexit provided the first battleground for the blue wall, then Covid-19 may have opened up a new front in the fight for control.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--Pilots showcase their skills to land at Manchester Airport during Storm Ellen

Pilots showcased their skills during tricky conditions at Manchester Airport as Storm Ellen battered the city .
Strong winds of about 40mph made their job more difficult this afternoon .
Footage taken from Ringway shows an Emirates plane having to land sideways .
It also showed several aircraft rocking from side to side as the gusts took effect .
Sign up to the free MEN email newsletter Get the latest updates from across Greater Manchester direct to your inbox with the free MEN newsletter You can sign up very simply by following the instructions here Pilots from RyanAir , Scandanavian @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Jet 2 were among those featured in footage captured by the YouTube Channel Aviation Up Close .
A yellow warning for wind had been been in force , with the Met Office saying it felt like autumn rather than the summer for many today .
The wind warning has now passed , but it is expected to rain in many places across Greater Manchester tomorrow .
It comes as Manchester Airport earlier announced it would temporarily close Terminal 2 again .
The terminal was shut in March due to a 'significant fall @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pandemic , but had then re-opened in July .

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Pilots showcased their skills during tricky conditions at Manchester Airport as Storm Ellen battered the city.
Strong winds of about 40mph made their job more difficult this afternoon.
Footage taken from Ringway shows an Emirates plane having to land sideways.
It also showed several aircraft rocking from side to side as the gusts took effect.
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Pilots from RyanAir, Scandanavian Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Easyjet, and Jet 2 were among those featured in footage captured by the YouTube Channel Aviation Up Close.
A yellow warning for wind had been been in force, with the Met Office saying it felt like autumn rather than the summer for many today.
The wind warning has now passed, but it is expected to rain in many places across Greater Manchester tomorrow.
It comes as Manchester Airport earlier announced it would temporarily close Terminal 2 again.
The terminal was shut in March due to a 'significant fall' in passenger numbers amid the coronavirus pandemic, but had then re-opened in July.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--Man City evening headlines as Yaya Toure baffled by 'odd' Silva statue

Here are your Manchester City evening headlines for Friday August 21 .
Yaya Toure has called the plan to build a statue of David Silva outside the Etihad Stadium `` odd '' .
Toure joined City at the same time as Silva and made 316 appearances in his eight-year spell with the club - and seemed to think he ought to receive the same honour .
`` The statue for Silva , I am very delighted , very happy .
They gave him that .
`` For me , it 's up to the club – I have nothing much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decide what they want .
“ Is it odd though ?
Yeah .
But I can do nothing about it because it is up to the club .
The fans know better.
” You can read more of Toure 's thoughts here .
Luis Enrique has bolstered City 's €15m valuation of Eric Garcia by emphasising just how good the player is .
`` He has been in the lower teams of the national team and has always done very well on the field , leading inside and outside , '' .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , tactical , mature player with a good ball output .
I hope he has opportunities to continue growing .
`` We summon him for his level , not because there are casualties or other reasons .
Hopefully he will be central to the national team for a long time . ''
Barcelona have been chasing the youngster - who left their academy just four years ago to head to the Etihad .
Houssem Aouar , the Lyon midfielder , could be the perfect signing for Manchester City this summer .
He looks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with Lyon not in any European competition during 2020/21 .
And Pep Guardiola is a long-time admirer of Aouar , having already been impressed by him in the Champions League two years ago .
Midfield might not be a target area for City this summer , but missing out on Aouar would surely be an error .
You can read more about City 's transfer dealings here .

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Here are your Manchester City evening headlines for Friday August 21.
Yaya Toure says Silva statue is 'odd'
Yaya Toure has called the plan to build a statue of David Silva outside the Etihad Stadium "odd".
Toure joined City at the same time as Silva and made 316 appearances in his eight-year spell with the club - and seemed to think he ought to receive the same honour.
"The statue for Silva, I am very delighted, very happy. They gave him that.
"For me, it's up to the club – I have nothing much to say about that. They can decide what they want.
“Is it odd though? Yeah. But I can do nothing about it because it is up to the club. The fans know better.”
You can read more of Toure's thoughts here.
Luis Enrique strengthens City's stance on Eric Garcia
Luis Enrique has bolstered City's €15m valuation of Eric Garcia by emphasising just how good the player is.
"He has been in the lower teams of the national team and has always done very well on the field, leading inside and outside," said the Barcelona legend .
"He is a very prepared, intelligent, tactical, mature player with a good ball output. I hope he has opportunities to continue growing.
"We summon him for his level, not because there are casualties or other reasons. Hopefully he will be central to the national team for a long time."
Barcelona have been chasing the youngster - who left their academy just four years ago to head to the Etihad.
'Perfect' midfielder available for City
Houssem Aouar, the Lyon midfielder, could be the perfect signing for Manchester City this summer.
He looks likely to leave France next season, with Lyon not in any European competition during 2020/21.
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And Pep Guardiola is a long-time admirer of Aouar, having already been impressed by him in the Champions League two years ago.
Midfield might not be a target area for City this summer, but missing out on Aouar would surely be an error.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--Man United evening headlines as Dembele refuses to rule out summer move

Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Friday , August 21 .
Lyon striker Moussa Dembele is not ruling out a move away from the Ligue 1 side this summer after previous interest from United .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ’ s side were credited with interest in the striker last summer although a move failed to materialise .
MEN Sport understands that the 24-year-old has not ruled out the possibility of moving this summer after scoring two vital goals in the Champions League quarter-final against Manchester City .
While sources close to the player admit that ‘ he is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clubs including United could reignite their interest in the current window .
Marcos Rojo has returned to England amid continued uncertainty over his future at Manchester United .
The during a loan spell with Estudiantes due to injury and an early end to the campaign .
United have tried to sell the defender in four previous summer transfer windows and will allow him to leave this summer if the right offer comes in .
Norwegian side Tromso have bid farewell to youngster Isak Hansen-Aaroen with official confirmation of a move to United expected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tomorrow which means that the Reds can work around already announcing their initial intake of first-year academy players .
Following his departure from Tromso , the club wished Hansen-Aaroen the best of luck at United .
The club on Instagram : `` A wonderful person .
A unique football talent .
Who just loves to play football now .
`` From Fløya to TIL as a junior , into the academy as a 10-year-old , learns at the TIL school and debut for the first team as a 15-year-old .
Assist in his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time .
`` Thank you so much for the last ten years and good luck in Manchester United and on your career .
”

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Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Friday, August 21.
Lyon striker not ruling out summer move amid previous United interest
Lyon striker Moussa Dembele is not ruling out a move away from the Ligue 1 side this summer after previous interest from United.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side were credited with interest in the striker last summer although a move failed to materialise.
MEN Sport understands that the 24-year-old has not ruled out the possibility of moving this summer after scoring two vital goals in the Champions League quarter-final against Manchester City.
While sources close to the player admit that ‘he is not desperate to move’, several clubs including United could reignite their interest in the current window.
Rojo returns to England ahead of summer transfer decision
Marcos Rojo has returned to England amid continued uncertainty over his future at Manchester United.
The Argentine defender made just one appearance during a loan spell with Estudiantes due to injury and an early end to the campaign.
United have tried to sell the defender in four previous summer transfer windows and will allow him to leave this summer if the right offer comes in.
Tromso bids farewell to new United signing
Norwegian side Tromso have bid farewell to youngster Isak Hansen-Aaroen with official confirmation of a move to United expected on Saturday.
The teenager turns 16 tomorrow which means that the Reds can work around already announcing their initial intake of first-year academy players.
Following his departure from Tromso, the club wished Hansen-Aaroen the best of luck at United.
The club wrote on Instagram: "A wonderful person. A unique football talent. Who just loves to play football now.
"From Fløya to TIL as a junior, into the academy as a 10-year-old, learns at the TIL school and debut for the first team as a 15-year-old. Assist in his last match for Tromsø IL, this time.
"Thank you so much for the last ten years and good luck in Manchester United and on your career.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--Corrie fans' delight as Adam Barlow joins Tinder

Corrie fans could n't hide their excitement as hunky Adam Barlow revealed he was joining the dating app Tinder .
Adam is already considering himself to be a single man after ditching his wife Sarah Platt over her feelings for her ex Gary Windass .
The suave solicitor played by Sam Robertson asked his uncle Daniel Osbourne to join him on a dating mission after declaring his marriage over on Coronation Street .
`` So how about it big man ?
Me and you , couple of beers and let 's see what 's new on Tinder , '' he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Adam , '' said one fan .
`` Sarah , if you don ’ t want Adam , send him my way please and thanks , '' said another .
It 's only six months since Adam married Sarah , but he 's since suspected his wife was still holding a torch for nemesis Gary when she helped to protect her ex over the disappearance of loan shark Rick Neelan .
Sarah told police he 'd been knocked down while saving her from being run down by car while she on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ running away from Gary after he confessed to murdering his former boss Rick .
Adam became suspicious when police asked why she 'd called 999 before Gary was hit by the car .
Adam also found out about the watch found in the woods inscribed with Rick 's name that Sarah had bought from Bernie Winter .
When Daniel turned down the invite to join him on Tinder he said : `` Guess I better find another wingman then . ''
And when Daniel suggested he should just concentrate on rescuing his marriage @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I 'm not the bad guy here , Sarah knows what she has to do to make this right , '' he said .
`` She 's the one that 's given up on us not me . ''

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Corrie fans couldn't hide their excitement as hunky Adam Barlow revealed he was joining the dating app Tinder.
Adam is already considering himself to be a single man after ditching his wife Sarah Platt over her feelings for her ex Gary Windass.
The suave solicitor played by Sam Robertson asked his uncle Daniel Osbourne to join him on a dating mission after declaring his marriage over on Coronation Street.
"So how about it big man? Me and you, couple of beers and let's see what's new on Tinder," he said.
(Image: ITV)
"I would swipe yes on Adam," said one fan.
"Sarah, if you don’t want Adam, send him my way please and thanks," said another.
"Cmon Adam 'll treat you properly," tweeted another.
It's only six months since Adam married Sarah, but he's since suspected his wife was still holding a torch for nemesis Gary when she helped to protect her ex over the disappearance of loan shark Rick Neelan.
Sarah told police he'd been knocked down while saving her from being run down by car while she on the phone.
(Image: Coronation Street)
But really she had been running away from Gary after he confessed to murdering his former boss Rick.
Adam became suspicious when police asked why she'd called 999 before Gary was hit by the car.
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Adam also found out about the watch found in the woods inscribed with Rick's name that Sarah had bought from Bernie Winter.
When Daniel turned down the invite to join him on Tinder he said: "Guess I better find another wingman then."
And when Daniel suggested he should just concentrate on rescuing his marriage Adam was adamant he'd had enough.
"I'm not the bad guy here, Sarah knows what she has to do to make this right," he said.
"She's the one that's given up on us not me."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--Sancho's teammates certain he will stay at Dortmund and more rumours

Jadon Sancho 's Borussia Dortmund teammates are reportedly certain that he will remain at the club this summer despite Manchester United 's pursuit to sign him , according to the Telegraph .
Sancho is Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's top transfer target this summer as he looks to improve his attacking arsenal , but talks between United and Dortmund 's representatives have proved difficult .
Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc announced earlier this month that the 20-year-old would be remaining in Germany this summer , and his contract had been extended by a year to 2023 .
United have n't given @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and continue to be in negotiations with Dortmund 's intermediaries Marco Lichtsteiner , brother of Stephan , and Sancho 's own agent Emeka Obasi .
M.E.N .
Sport understands that the club are trying to resolve the desired agent 's fees , described as a 'real issue ' and an 'obstacle ' , as well as Sancho 's wage demands but have yet to broach the topic of the transfer fee , with Dortmund demanding £108million .
However , their work may be in vain if Sancho 's teammates are proved right in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the club for another season .
It 's reported that the England international has shown no signs that he will agitate for the move to go through and has told teammates he is willing to wait another year if the deal does not materialise .
Should United continue their pursuit of Jadon Sancho or move on to other targets ?
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below .
Meanwhile , Chris Smalling is digging his heels in to secure a summer return to Roma , according to reports .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Italian capital and Roma would like to bring him back after he became an important part of their side .
La Gazzetta dello Sport , via The Mirror , report that Smalling is keen on another loan move to the Stadio Olympico next season but United are holding out for a transfer fee .

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Jadon Sancho's Borussia Dortmund teammates are reportedly certain that he will remain at the club this summer despite Manchester United's pursuit to sign him, according to the Telegraph.
Sancho is Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's top transfer target this summer as he looks to improve his attacking arsenal, but talks between United and Dortmund's representatives have proved difficult.
Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc announced earlier this month that the 20-year-old would be remaining in Germany this summer, and his contract had been extended by a year to 2023.
United haven't given up on the transfer, however, and continue to be in negotiations with Dortmund's intermediaries Marco Lichtsteiner, brother of Stephan, and Sancho's own agent Emeka Obasi.
M.E.N. Sport understands that the club are trying to resolve the desired agent's fees, described as a 'real issue' and an 'obstacle', as well as Sancho's wage demands but have yet to broach the topic of the transfer fee, with Dortmund demanding £108million.
However, their work may be in vain if Sancho's teammates are proved right in their reported thinking that he'll remaining with the club for another season.
It's reported that the England international has shown no signs that he will agitate for the move to go through and has told teammates he is willing to wait another year if the deal does not materialise.
Should United continue their pursuit of Jadon Sancho or move on to other targets? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Meanwhile, Chris Smalling is digging his heels in to secure a summer return to Roma, according to reports.
The centre-back enjoyed a successful season in the Italian capital and Roma would like to bring him back after he became an important part of their side.
La Gazzetta dello Sport, via The Mirror, report that Smalling is keen on another loan move to the Stadio Olympico next season but United are holding out for a transfer fee.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--STA Travel ceases trading after being hit by coronavirus pandemic

STA Travel has collapsed tonight after the firm was unable to cope with the coronavirus pandemic .
The travel business is the latest to suffer as a result of the downturn in tourism around the globe .
The company 's initials stood for 'Student Travel Australia ' and specialised in long-haul flights to far-flung destinations for young people .
STA , founded in 1971 , has had a presence in Manchester city centre for more than 35 years and there are currently two branches in the city centre , one on Deansgate and one on Oxford Road .
Many people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first tickets to travel abroad from their friendly and knowledgeable staff over the years .
The company is believed to employ around 2,000 people worldwide .
But the agency ’ s Swiss parent company , Diethelm Keller Group , filed for insolvency on Thursday saying it was hoped individual businesses could continue trading .
In a statement it said : “ Sales have not picked up as anticipated , due to consumer uncertainties , further restrictions and renewed lock-down measures , which are expected to largely continue into 2021 .
As a consequence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ filing for insolvency . ''
However , tonight a statement appeared on the STA Travel website which read : `` Due to the recent announcement that STA Travel UK has ceased trading , unfortunately our travel experts are unable to assist you at this time .
`` Please be assured that if you had a previous booking with us , or hold a live booking , you will receive further communication in the coming days .
`` We are sorry for the inconvenience and the limited information available to you at this time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of travel agents and tour operators - confirmed that STA Travel has ceased trading .
A statement posted on the ABTA website says : `` We are sorry to inform you that STA Travel Limited ceased trading from 21 August 2020 .
`` STA Travel Limited traded from 50 locations around the UK . ''
ABTA has also issued advice for customers , many of whom have been seeking refunds for months .
They say : `` The majority of holidays sold by STA Travel Limited were flight-inclusive packages and these were protected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , as well as scheduled airline tickets under its IATA licence and as agent for the airline .
`` STA Travel Limited also sold some packages which did not include flights and were protected by ABTA as well as holidays as an agent for other tour operators.
`` For more information on what to do if you had a booking through STA Travel , visit here .

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STA Travel has collapsed tonight after the firm was unable to cope with the coronavirus pandemic.
The travel business is the latest to suffer as a result of the downturn in tourism around the globe.
The company's initials stood for 'Student Travel Australia' and specialised in long-haul flights to far-flung destinations for young people.
STA, founded in 1971, has had a presence in Manchester city centre for more than 35 years and there are currently two branches in the city centre, one on Deansgate and one on Oxford Road.
Many people in the region will have bought their first tickets to travel abroad from their friendly and knowledgeable staff over the years.
The company is believed to employ around 2,000 people worldwide.
But the agency’s Swiss parent company, Diethelm Keller Group, filed for insolvency on Thursday saying it was hoped individual businesses could continue trading.
In a statement it said: “Sales have not picked up as anticipated, due to consumer uncertainties, further restrictions and renewed lock-down measures, which are expected to largely continue into 2021. As a consequence, STA Travel Holding AG, is filing for insolvency."
However, tonight a statement appeared on the STA Travel website which read: "Due to the recent announcement that STA Travel UK has ceased trading, unfortunately our travel experts are unable to assist you at this time.
"Please be assured that if you had a previous booking with us, or hold a live booking, you will receive further communication in the coming days.
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"We are sorry for the inconvenience and the limited information available to you at this time."
ABTA - the leading association of travel agents and tour operators - confirmed that STA Travel has ceased trading.
A statement posted on the ABTA website says: "We are sorry to inform you that STA Travel Limited ceased trading from 21 August 2020.
"STA Travel Limited traded from 50 locations around the UK."
ABTA has also issued advice for customers, many of whom have been seeking refunds for months.
They say: "The majority of holidays sold by STA Travel Limited were flight-inclusive packages and these were protected by the CAA’s ATOL scheme, as well as scheduled airline tickets under its IATA licence and as agent for the airline.
"STA Travel Limited also sold some packages which did not include flights and were protected by ABTA as well as holidays as an agent for other tour operators. "
For more information on what to do if you had a booking through STA Travel, visit here.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--Slug and Lettuce deep clean two bars after positive coronavirus tests

Slug and Lettuce had to deep clean two of its Manchester bars after positive coronavirus tests .
The bar chain said that there was a positive test at its venues on Portland Street and on Deansgate .
Bosses said they were informed of the positive test through the NHS Track and Trace system .
In a statement released to the M.E.N.
, Slug and Lettuce said Public Health England guidance was followed and a deep clean was conducted .
Sign up to the free MEN email newsletter Get the latest updates from across Greater Manchester direct to your inbox with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up very simply by following the instructions here Further advice was issued to staff , the firm said .
A spokesperson for Slug & Lettuce said : “ We were notified by NHS Track and Trace of an individual testing positive at Deansgate and another at Manchester , Piccadilly site .
`` In both instances full Public Health England guidance procedure was followed , the premises deep cleaned and further guidance issued to all staff to ensure our teams and customers remain safe.
” Slug and Lettuce has more than 80 bars across @ @ @ @ @ @ @ city centre .

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Slug and Lettuce had to deep clean two of its Manchester bars after positive coronavirus tests.
The bar chain said that there was a positive test at its venues on Portland Street and on Deansgate.
Bosses said they were informed of the positive test through the NHS Track and Trace system.
In a statement released to the M.E.N., Slug and Lettuce said Public Health England guidance was followed and a deep clean was conducted.
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Further advice was issued to staff, the firm said.
A spokesperson for Slug & Lettuce said: “We were notified by NHS Track and Trace of an individual testing positive at Deansgate and another at Manchester, Piccadilly site.
"In both instances full Public Health England guidance procedure was followed, the premises deep cleaned and further guidance issued to all staff to ensure our teams and customers remain safe.”
Slug and Lettuce has more than 80 bars across the UK, and four in Manchester city centre.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--Coleen Rooney shares adorable photos of son Kit trying on his new school uniform

Proud mum Coleen Rooney has shared snaps of her son Kit looking smart in his new school uniform .
It 'll soon be time for four-year-old Kit to go to school , and he looked so smart in his shorts and striped blazer and matching cap .
`` Uniform try on , '' said the WAG supremo with a love heart and a laughing face emoji .
The compliments came flooding in on Instagram .
`` So cute xx '' said The Real Housewives of Cheshire star Dawn Ward .
`` Oh my days how cute !
!
Xx '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ looks so smart ! ''
said another .
Another follower told her : `` Bless him , lovely boy .
He looks great x '' '' How lovely he looks in his new school uniform , '' praised another .
Mother-of-four Coleen also has Kai , 10 , Klay , seven and two-year-old Cass with her former Manchester United ace hubby Wayne .
The 34-year-old was recently forced to address rumours she is expecting her fifth child after pap pictures of her soaking up the sun went online .
As family enjoyed a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had just put weight on .
Alongside a snap of herself and mum Colette enjoying a drink and grinning for the camera , she wrote on Twitter : `` Having a great time on our favourite island , so lucky and grateful to be here .
`` A lot of local paparazzi on the beach as always ( does n't stop us all having fun ) seen some unflattering photos out ... but no am not pregnant for them asking .
Wayne , who is now player-coach at Derby , and his childhood @ @ @ @ @ @ @ June .
They tied the knot in Portafino , Italy , in 2008 .
Coleen has shared a snap of the couple embracing on their wedding day with some moving words about her hubby .
She wrote : `` 12 years since that unbelievable four day celebration .
I love you x ''

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Proud mum Coleen Rooney has shared snaps of her son Kit looking smart in his new school uniform.
It'll soon be time for four-year-old Kit to go to school, and he looked so smart in his shorts and striped blazer and matching cap.
"Uniform try on," said the WAG supremo with a love heart and a laughing face emoji.
The compliments came flooding in on Instagram.
"So cute xx" said The Real Housewives of Cheshire star Dawn Ward.
"Oh my days how cute!! Xx" another follower told her.
"He looks so smart!" said another.
Another follower told her: "Bless him, lovely boy. He looks great x"
"How lovely he looks in his new school uniform," praised another.
Mother-of-four Coleen also has Kai, 10, Klay, seven and two-year-old Cass with her former Manchester United ace hubby Wayne.
The 34-year-old was recently forced to address rumours she is expecting her fifth child after pap pictures of her soaking up the sun went online.
As family enjoyed a holiday together in Barbados she said she had just put weight on.
(Image: Coleen Rooney)
Alongside a snap of herself and mum Colette enjoying a drink and grinning for the camera, she wrote on Twitter: "Having a great time on our favourite island, so lucky and grateful to be here.
"A lot of local paparazzi on the beach as always (doesn't stop us all having fun) seen some unflattering photos out...but no am not pregnant for them asking.
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"I've just put weight on."
Wayne, who is now player-coach at Derby, and his childhood sweetheart celebrated their 12th wedding anniversary in June.
They tied the knot in Portafino, Italy, in 2008.
Coleen has shared a snap of the couple embracing on their wedding day with some moving words about her hubby.
She wrote: "12 years since that unbelievable four day celebration. I love you x"


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--EasyJet flight from Liverpool forced to turn around after being struck by bird

An EasyJet flight that had just taken off from Liverpool Airport was forced to turn around after it was hit by a bird .
The plane left the Merseyside airport for Jersey shortly after 1pm this afternoon .
But minutes later it was forced to make a mid-air turnaround after it was struck by a bird .
Fire crews were put on standby in case of an emergency landing and witnesses reported seeing ambulance crews and the coastguard at the scene too .
EasyJet said the captain performed a routine landing , which was in `` accordance with standard operating @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Echo .
One man said the plane circled over the beach of New Brighton before heading back to the airport .
An EasyJet spokesperson said : `` EasyJet flight EZY7023 from Liverpool to Jersey returned from airborne following a bird strike .
`` The captain performed a routine landing in accordance with standard operating procedures .
We have arranged a replacement aircraft to operate the flight to Jersey .
“ Whilst this is outside of EasyJet ’ s control , we apologise for any inconvenience experienced and thank passengers for their patience and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and crew is EasyJet 's highest priority.
” Merseyside Fire and Rescue said they received a call at 13.20pm and arrived on scene three minutes later at 13.23 .
A spokesperson said crews were put on standby for a `` potential emergency landing . ''

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An EasyJet flight that had just taken off from Liverpool Airport was forced to turn around after it was hit by a bird.
The plane left the Merseyside airport for Jersey shortly after 1pm this afternoon.
But minutes later it was forced to make a mid-air turnaround after it was struck by a bird.
Fire crews were put on standby in case of an emergency landing and witnesses reported seeing ambulance crews and the coastguard at the scene too.
EasyJet said the captain performed a routine landing, which was in "accordance with standard operating procedures", according to the Liverpool Echo.
One man said the plane circled over the beach of New Brighton before heading back to the airport.
An EasyJet spokesperson said: "EasyJet flight EZY7023 from Liverpool to Jersey returned from airborne following a bird strike.
"The captain performed a routine landing in accordance with standard operating procedures. We have arranged a replacement aircraft to operate the flight to Jersey.
“Whilst this is outside of EasyJet’s control, we apologise for any inconvenience experienced and thank passengers for their patience and understanding.
“The safety of passengers and crew is EasyJet's highest priority.”
Merseyside Fire and Rescue said they received a call at 13.20pm and arrived on scene three minutes later at 13.23.
A spokesperson said crews were put on standby for a "potential emergency landing."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--Man City to battle Arsenal FC for Houssem Aouar and more transfer rumours

Manchester City have reportedly made an approach for Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar just days after he helped eliminate them from the Champions League .
After a disappointing season , City are looking to improve their squad this summer and have already signed Ferran Torres and Nathan Ake .
While another new centre-back remains the priority , a new midfielder could also be on the agenda following the departure of David Silva .
City have been repeatedly linked with Aouar since he impressed Pep Guardiola in the Champions League group stages in the 2018/19 season and he again played brilliantly against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this year 's quarter-finals , providing two assists in the 3-1 win .
According to ESPN , the Blues approached Lyon about signing him in the days immediately following the game .
It 's reported that Lyon have told Aouar he can leave this summer , even though he is contracted until 2023 , and there is likely to be a battle for his signature .
As well as City it 's claimed that Arsenal have also enquired about the Frenchman , and have even offered Matteo Guendouzi as part of a potential @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Champions League finalists Paris Saint-Germain are also said to be interested in the player , who is valued at €50million .
Would Aouar be a good signing for City ?
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below ?
Elsewhere , City asked Napoli to wait until September to complete a deal for Kalidou Koulibaly , reports in Italy say .
The Senegal international is City 's top target this summer as Guardiola seeks to further strengthen his defence but it 's claimed that City wanted to wait until next month @ @ @ @ @ @ @ according to Tuttosport , via CalcioNapoli , the Serie A side want the move completed as soon as possible so they can sign Gabriel from Lille as Koulibaly 's replacement .

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Manchester City have reportedly made an approach for Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar just days after he helped eliminate them from the Champions League.
After a disappointing season, City are looking to improve their squad this summer and have already signed Ferran Torres and Nathan Ake. While another new centre-back remains the priority, a new midfielder could also be on the agenda following the departure of David Silva.
City have been repeatedly linked with Aouar since he impressed Pep Guardiola in the Champions League group stages in the 2018/19 season and he again played brilliantly against City in Lyon's shock victory in this year's quarter-finals, providing two assists in the 3-1 win.
According to ESPN, the Blues approached Lyon about signing him in the days immediately following the game.
It's reported that Lyon have told Aouar he can leave this summer, even though he is contracted until 2023, and there is likely to be a battle for his signature.
As well as City it's claimed that Arsenal have also enquired about the Frenchman, and have even offered Matteo Guendouzi as part of a potential swap deal.
Serie A giants Juventus and Champions League finalists Paris Saint-Germain are also said to be interested in the player, who is valued at €50million.
Would Aouar be a good signing for City? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below?
Elsewhere, City asked Napoli to wait until September to complete a deal for Kalidou Koulibaly, reports in Italy say.
The Senegal international is City's top target this summer as Guardiola seeks to further strengthen his defence but it's claimed that City wanted to wait until next month to complete the deal.
However, according to Tuttosport, via CalcioNapoli, the Serie A side want the move completed as soon as possible so they can sign Gabriel from Lille as Koulibaly's replacement.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--What people in Oldham think as tighter lockdown restrictions are introduced

It 's a leaderboard that nobody wants to be at the top of .
Oldham has faced intense scrutiny recently as it climbed to the number one spot for coronavirus infection rates in England .
The borough recorded 187 new Covid-19 cases in the seven days to August 17 – the equivalent of 78.9 per 100,000 people .
The figure is down from 111.8 in the seven days to August 10 .
For people living and working in the borough , it 's been a worrying time as the threat of a full Leicester-style lockdown has loomed .
And concerns @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , as well as the negative way people in the borough have been represented in some media reports , have angered some residents .
On Friday , many people in the borough breathed a sigh of relief when it was announced that a full lockdown would n't be introduced in Oldham .
Instead tighter social distancing restrictions will be brought in - from midnight on Saturday , people in the borough will only be able to socialise in all settings with people they live with .
The same measures are being introduced in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being urged to avoid using public transport except for essential travel .
`` I 'm going to be honest , personally I think it 's ridiculous '' , said Jennifer Isherwood .
Lockdown has been tough for the 47-year-old , who was made redundant in her role as a nursery practitioner in March .
She is concerned that many are n't taking the virus seriously , but also thinks there has been a lack of clarity over the rules .
She had no idea that new restrictions had been brought in until she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` At the end of the day , you can sit in a pub close to people you do n't know , but you ca n't sit in a pub close to people you do know .
It 's been tough not being able to see family .
`` What concerns me the most is how it 's going to affect schools reopening .
( My son ) has not been in school for six months .
It 's affected his mental health , he needs to go back to school . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Cards , Gifts and Balloons , a key frustration has been the way the town has been presented in media reports .
She said recent reports that people are n't social distancing or sticking to the rules in places like Tommyfield Market , where her shop is based , is inaccurate .
She points out the safety measures at her stall - bottles of hand sanitisers , masks and screens at the tills .
A PA announcement urging people to socially distance plays as she speaks .
`` Media reports have put @ @ @ @ @ @ @ misrepresented , what it 's been like .
It 's been really hard work telling people it 's safe to come into town .
Everything is working fine , everyone is sticking to the rules .
It 's safe for people to come into the market hall . ''
She is glad the full lockdown did n't come in and that businesses can continue to operate - pointing out that many shops would be unable to reopen if they were forced to close .
`` If we locked down again , we would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she added .
`` It 's cr*p '' , said David Flannigan , 73 , summing up his thoughts of the situation as he sat waiting at Oldham Central Bus Station .
He does n't agree with the tighter measures , but is glad that pubs and shops have been allowed to stay open .
`` The government do n't live in Oldham .
Boris Johnson is n't going to go shopping in Oldham is he ?
I 'm glad pubs and shops have n't been told to close .
If you close @ @ @ @ @ @ @ places would n't reopen . ''
Another woman , who asked not to be named , described the situation as a 'load of sh** ' .
`` I just do n't see the point .
People can go into pubs , that 's more risky than being outside '' , she said .
Weston Samuels , 61 , is a support worker who lives in Oldham town centre .
He thinks the government needs to do the lockdown 'properly ' .
`` There needs to be improved communication about the dangers .
People @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't remember the rules .
You go 'why are they not doing it ? '
If an MP is n't doing it , then why should I do it ? ''
Paul Cadman , 78 , from Hollinwood is happy to do his bit if it will stop the spread of the virus .
`` We have got to do what we have got to do '' , he said .
`` If that 's the rules , that 's it .
I had plans to go to my daughter this weekend , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It 's not going to be forever . ''
What does the government say ?
Commenting on the decision to bring in extra measures in Oldham , Health Secretary Matt Hancock said : `` To prevent a second peak and keep Covid-19 under control , we need robust , targeted intervention where we see a spike in cases .
`` The only way we can keep on top of this deadly virus is through decisive action led by the people who know their areas best , wherever possible through consensus with a local @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we agreed further action Oldham , Pendle and Blackburn .
It is vital that everyone in these areas follow the advice of their councils , and abide by their local rules carefully .
`` Our approach is to make the action we take as targeted as possible , with the maximum possible local consensus .
`` To do that we are introducing a new process to increase engagement between local leaders , both councils and MPs , with the aim of taking as targeted action as possible . ''

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It's a leaderboard that nobody wants to be at the top of.
Oldham has faced intense scrutiny recently as it climbed to the number one spot for coronavirus infection rates in England.
The borough recorded 187 new Covid-19 cases in the seven days to August 17 – the equivalent of 78.9 per 100,000 people.
The figure is down from 111.8 in the seven days to August 10.
For people living and working in the borough, it's been a worrying time as the threat of a full Leicester-style lockdown has loomed.
And concerns about the economic impact of the virus, as well as the negative way people in the borough have been represented in some media reports, have angered some residents.
On Friday, many people in the borough breathed a sigh of relief when it was announced that a full lockdown wouldn't be introduced in Oldham.
Instead tighter social distancing restrictions will be brought in - from midnight on Saturday, people in the borough will only be able to socialise in all settings with people they live with.
The same measures are being introduced in Pendle and Blackburn.
(Image: Mark Waugh)
Residents are also being urged to avoid using public transport except for essential travel.
"I'm going to be honest, personally I think it's ridiculous", said Jennifer Isherwood.
Lockdown has been tough for the 47-year-old, who was made redundant in her role as a nursery practitioner in March.
She is concerned that many aren't taking the virus seriously, but also thinks there has been a lack of clarity over the rules.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
She had no idea that new restrictions had been brought in until she chatted to the Manchester Evening News.
"At the end of the day, you can sit in a pub close to people you don't know, but you can't sit in a pub close to people you do know. It's been tough not being able to see family.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
"What concerns me the most is how it's going to affect schools reopening. (My son) has not been in school for six months. It's affected his mental health, he needs to go back to school."
For Elaine Rothwell, of Best Wishes, Cards, Gifts and Balloons, a key frustration has been the way the town has been presented in media reports.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
She said recent reports that people aren't social distancing or sticking to the rules in places like Tommyfield Market, where her shop is based, is inaccurate.
She points out the safety measures at her stall - bottles of hand sanitisers, masks and screens at the tills. A PA announcement urging people to socially distance plays as she speaks.
"Media reports have put people off coming. It's been misrepresented, what it's been like. It's been really hard work telling people it's safe to come into town. Everything is working fine, everyone is sticking to the rules. It's safe for people to come into the market hall."
(Image: Joel Goodman)
She is glad the full lockdown didn't come in and that businesses can continue to operate - pointing out that many shops would be unable to reopen if they were forced to close.
"If we locked down again, we would still be paying the rent", she added.
"It's cr*p", said David Flannigan, 73, summing up his thoughts of the situation as he sat waiting at Oldham Central Bus Station.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
He doesn't agree with the tighter measures, but is glad that pubs and shops have been allowed to stay open.
"The government don't live in Oldham. Boris Johnson isn't going to go shopping in Oldham is he? I'm glad pubs and shops haven't been told to close. If you close Oldham down again, a lot of places wouldn't reopen."
Another woman, who asked not to be named, described the situation as a 'load of sh**'.
"I just don't see the point. People can go into pubs, that's more risky than being outside", she said.
Weston Samuels, 61, is a support worker who lives in Oldham town centre.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
He thinks the government needs to do the lockdown 'properly'.
"There needs to be improved communication about the dangers. People are relaxing too much. People can't remember the rules. You go 'why are they not doing it?' If an MP isn't doing it, then why should I do it?"
Paul Cadman, 78, from Hollinwood is happy to do his bit if it will stop the spread of the virus.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
"We have got to do what we have got to do", he said.
"If that's the rules, that's it. I had plans to go to my daughter this weekend, but I can't do it. It's not going to be forever."
What does the government say?
Commenting on the decision to bring in extra measures in Oldham, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said: "To prevent a second peak and keep Covid-19 under control, we need robust, targeted intervention where we see a spike in cases.
"The only way we can keep on top of this deadly virus is through decisive action led by the people who know their areas best, wherever possible through consensus with a local area.
"Working with local leaders we agreed further action Oldham, Pendle and Blackburn. It is vital that everyone in these areas follow the advice of their councils, and abide by their local rules carefully.
"Our approach is to make the action we take as targeted as possible, with the maximum possible local consensus.
"To do that we are introducing a new process to increase engagement between local leaders, both councils and MPs, with the aim of taking as targeted action as possible."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--Euromillions results and draw: Friday's winning numbers for £99m jackpot prize

It 's Friday night which means it 's EuroMillions time - and there 's an eye-watering prize up for grabs tonight .
The jackpot has rolled over for the eighth time creating one of the biggest money prizes seen this year .
One lucky winner could be taking home a whopping £99 million .
That 's a life-changing sum of money if you manage to get your hands on it .
To play , pick up your lottery ticket before 7.30pm and choose five main numbers and two lucky stars .
To get the jackpot , you need to match @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
You can also play online on the National Lottery website .
And even if you do n'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 @ @ @ @

It's Friday night which means it's EuroMillions time - and there's an eye-watering prize up for grabs tonight.
The jackpot has rolled over for the eighth time creating one of the biggest money prizes seen this year.
One lucky winner could be taking home a whopping £99 million.
That's a life-changing sum of money if you manage to get your hands on it.
To play, pick up your lottery ticket before 7.30pm and choose five main numbers and two lucky stars.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--House sealed off as residents report 'lots of police' after incident in Gorton

A house has been sealed off by police in Gorton following an incident .
Local residents reported seeing up to 20 police officers on Sandown Street in Abbey Hey at around 10pm on Thursday night ( August 20 ) .
The nature of the incident has not been confirmed by Greater Manchester Police , but local residents believe it may have been a burglary .
Eye-witnesses described seeing ' a lot of police ' attempting to apprehend a suspect at the scene .
A police cordon remained in place at the corner of Sandown Street and Vine Street on Friday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an alleyway at the back of a row of terraced houses .
The end property on Sandown Street had been taped off by police , and a second floor window had been damaged .
Neighbours said they were awoken by the sound of banging and shouting at around 10pm on Thursday night .
One local resident said : `` I heard a noise and came out and saw police had pinned down a man and then took him away .
`` I think there was some kind of fight to pin the man @ @ @ @ @ @ @ least 20 police officers .
`` I 'm not really sure what happened but I imagine they were trying to burgle the house .
I have been burgled six times this year .
`` It 's really scary you just do n't know what is going to happen next around here . ''
Another neighbour said : `` It 's not nice on your door step .
We had just go in at about 10pm and the dog started barking .
`` It sounded like something was happening at the back of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the front .
`` There were a lot of police and they were shouting and telling someone to get on the floor .
It sounded like there was a bit of a struggle .
`` It is a known thing around here but it 's just a reminder that we really need to keep our doors locked at night . ''
Greater Manchester Police have been contacted for comment .

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A house has been sealed off by police in Gorton following an incident.
Local residents reported seeing up to 20 police officers on Sandown Street in Abbey Hey at around 10pm on Thursday night (August 20).
The nature of the incident has not been confirmed by Greater Manchester Police, but local residents believe it may have been a burglary.
Eye-witnesses described seeing 'a lot of police' attempting to apprehend a suspect at the scene.
A police cordon remained in place at the corner of Sandown Street and Vine Street on Friday morning.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
Officers could be seen guarding an alleyway at the back of a row of terraced houses.
The end property on Sandown Street had been taped off by police, and a second floor window had been damaged.
Neighbours said they were awoken by the sound of banging and shouting at around 10pm on Thursday night.
One local resident said: "I heard a noise and came out and saw police had pinned down a man and then took him away.
"I think there was some kind of fight to pin the man down. There must have been at least 20 police officers.
"I'm not really sure what happened but I imagine they were trying to burgle the house. I have been burgled six times this year.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
"It's really scary you just don't know what is going to happen next around here."
Another neighbour said: "It's not nice on your door step. We had just go in at about 10pm and the dog started barking.
"It sounded like something was happening at the back of the houses and then were was shouting coming from the front.
"There were a lot of police and they were shouting and telling someone to get on the floor. It sounded like there was a bit of a struggle.
"It is a known thing around here but it's just a reminder that we really need to keep our doors locked at night."
Greater Manchester Police have been contacted for comment.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--The sickening racist abuse people have suffered in Oldham during the pandemic

`` It 's like we have taken one step forward and three steps back '' , said Asjad Mahmood .
The Covid-19 safety officer of Al-Madina Jamia Masjid mosque in Glodwick is concerned by the rise in reports of Islamophobia on the streets and on social media following news of high rates of coronavirus infection in the area .
Oldham Mosque Council and the Oldham Interfaith Forum have been working hard to improve community cohesion since simmering tensions led to the Oldham Riots of 2001 .
But , there are concerns that people have been misinterpreting data around coronavirus rates @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pakistani community .
Oldham Council announced there were particularly high incidence of cases in central Oldham areas , where there is a high proportion of people from the south Asian community .
`` There are people who are racist , they think 'because of them , we have to be in lockdown ' .
The next Bangladeshi person you see could then become a target '' , Mr Mahmood said .
`` There 's been a huge spike in Islamophobic hate crime and racial tension within the community .
We are encouraging people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The latest incident I have heard is that ( Muslims ) have been going into shops and people say 'stay away from those people , they are the cause of coronavirus ' '' , he said .
`` On social media there are constantly posts .
Everyone is seeing them ... we are encouraging people not to engage and to report it . ''
The Manchester Evening News visited the mosque on Friday , as news broke that tighter restrictions were being brought in to Oldham due to the high rates of infection @ @ @ @ @ @ @ teetering on the brink of a full Leicester-style lockdown , but targeted testing and other measures brought numbers down in the space of a week .
Instead social distancing measures have been ramped up - people are no longer allowed to socialise with other households in any setting .
Members of the mosque said they have been doing their bit to help bring down infection rates .
There are a number of social distancing measures in place to prevent the spread of the virus .
Worshippers have their temperatures checked when they enter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ March and people must keep two metres apart when they pray .
A coronavirus testing centre , where Imam Mufti Saqib Qadri had a test done during the M.E.Ns .
visit , has been set up in a car park nearby .
Members of Oldham Mosque Council also carry out doorstep visits and individual mosques send out food to people self-isolating .
Coun Aftab Hussain , for St Mary 's Ward , said : `` We have had an amazing response with people from the community coming down for testing .
People are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seen a lot of people wearing masks .
The figures ( for cases ) have come down this week compared to last week . ''
Basit Shah , spokesman for Oldham Mosque Council , said the community has responded positively to the tight restrictions .
`` The numbers have come down , not because of a magic wand .
It is because we have worked together and gelled together to tackle this evil we are all facing . ''
He said there is an issue at people 'pointing fingers and blaming each other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or arrogance of some members of the community , they have tangled race and the virus .
`` If you look at Glodwick , we have eight members of the family in a two or three bedroom house .
Because BAME workers often work as nurses or doctors or taxi drivers , they could be affected from outside then infect people in the house .
The virus has nothing to do with race '' , he said .
Sean Fielding , Leader of Oldham Council , said : “ Over the last few @ @ @ @ @ @ @ increase and although the latest figures do show a slight decrease there is still a lot of work to do .
“ We ’ ve taken every action possible to slow and reverse this trend as our rates are still two to three times that of our neighbours in Greater Manchester .
“ Everyone is working really hard to try and make this happen and the support we are seeing in our communities and neighbourhoods has been a real credit to Oldham .
“ In places like Glodwick and Werneth volunteers have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and helping us have conversations with people .
“ The Oldham Mosque Council and the Oldham Interfaith Forum has also helped spread the word by sharing information with their worshippers .
“ It ’ s a real team effort and it ’ s important we all stick together as the pandemic has hit all parts of the borough .
”

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"It's like we have taken one step forward and three steps back", said Asjad Mahmood.
The Covid-19 safety officer of Al-Madina Jamia Masjid mosque in Glodwick is concerned by the rise in reports of Islamophobia on the streets and on social media following news of high rates of coronavirus infection in the area.
Oldham Mosque Council and the Oldham Interfaith Forum have been working hard to improve community cohesion since simmering tensions led to the Oldham Riots of 2001.
But, there are concerns that people have been misinterpreting data around coronavirus rates to scapegoat members of the Bangladeshi and Pakistani community.
Oldham Council announced there were particularly high incidence of cases in central Oldham areas, where there is a high proportion of people from the south Asian community.
"There are people who are racist, they think 'because of them, we have to be in lockdown'. The next Bangladeshi person you see could then become a target", Mr Mahmood said.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
Mufti Helal Mahmood MBE, an officer from Oldham Mosque Council, agreed.
"There's been a huge spike in Islamophobic hate crime and racial tension within the community. We are encouraging people to report it to local mosques. The latest incident I have heard is that (Muslims) have been going into shops and people say 'stay away from those people, they are the cause of coronavirus'", he said.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
"On social media there are constantly posts. Everyone is seeing them... we are encouraging people not to engage and to report it."
The Manchester Evening News visited the mosque on Friday, as news broke that tighter restrictions were being brought in to Oldham due to the high rates of infection in the area.
Oldham had been teetering on the brink of a full Leicester-style lockdown, but targeted testing and other measures brought numbers down in the space of a week.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
Instead social distancing measures have been ramped up - people are no longer allowed to socialise with other households in any setting.
Members of the mosque said they have been doing their bit to help bring down infection rates.
There are a number of social distancing measures in place to prevent the spread of the virus.
Worshippers have their temperatures checked when they enter, the toilets have been closed since March and people must keep two metres apart when they pray.
A coronavirus testing centre, where Imam Mufti Saqib Qadri had a test done during the M.E.Ns. visit, has been set up in a car park nearby.
Members of Oldham Mosque Council also carry out doorstep visits and individual mosques send out food to people self-isolating.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
Coun Aftab Hussain, for St Mary's Ward, said: "We have had an amazing response with people from the community coming down for testing. People are following the government guidelines. I have seen a lot of people wearing masks. The figures (for cases) have come down this week compared to last week."
(Image: Joel Goodman)
Basit Shah, spokesman for Oldham Mosque Council, said the community has responded positively to the tight restrictions.
"The numbers have come down, not because of a magic wand. It is because we have worked together and gelled together to tackle this evil we are all facing."
He said there is an issue at people 'pointing fingers and blaming each other'.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
"Because of the ignorance or arrogance of some members of the community, they have tangled race and the virus.
"If you look at Glodwick, we have eight members of the family in a two or three bedroom house. Because BAME workers often work as nurses or doctors or taxi drivers, they could be affected from outside then infect people in the house. The virus has nothing to do with race", he said.
Sean Fielding, Leader of Oldham Council, said: “Over the last few weeks we’ve seen infection rates increase and although the latest figures do show a slight decrease there is still a lot of work to do.
(Image: Vincent Cole)
“We’ve taken every action possible to slow and reverse this trend as our rates are still two to three times that of our neighbours in Greater Manchester.
“Everyone is working really hard to try and make this happen and the support we are seeing in our communities and neighbourhoods has been a real credit to Oldham.
“In places like Glodwick and Werneth volunteers have been supporting our work, knocking on doors and helping us have conversations with people.
“The Oldham Mosque Council and the Oldham Interfaith Forum has also helped spread the word by sharing information with their worshippers.
“It’s a real team effort and it’s important we all stick together as the pandemic has hit all parts of the borough.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--Hargreaves makes Fernandes prediction about Man Utd target Sancho

Owen Hargreaves believes that Jadon Sancho could have a similar impact to Bruno Fernandes at Manchester United and has urged his former club to get the deal done as soon as possible .
United are long-term admirers of Borussia Dortmund winger Sancho , and are aiming to finally sign him this summer after previously failing to do so in 2017 and 2019 .
However , the transfer saga looks set to rumble on throughout the window as Dortmund are adamant that he wo n't be leaving the Signal Iduna Park this summer .
United have n't given up on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sport understands they are working to resolve his wage demands and the desired agent fees but the transfer fee has yet to be discussed with Dortmund , who value Sancho at £108million .
Despite Dortmund 's lofty valuation , Hargreaves has told United that they have to get the deal done as Sancho would drastically improve the team in a manner similar to how Fernandes did .
“ I hope he comes over here .
He would be perfect for United , '' he told talkSPORT .
“ I don ’ t think @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an argument because they ’ ve pretty much sold everyone , whether it ’ s been [ Robert ] Lewandowski , [ Mats ] Hummels , [ Mario ] Gotze or [ Ousmane ] Dembele .
Everyone has pretty much left there .
“ We know they are a selling club and it ’ s obviously about money .
In Jadon , as much as we are in a difficult space right now with everything going in the world , it will be money well spent .
“ You just have to get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bruno did to United .
Jadon would do the same.
” Fernandes moved to Old Trafford in January and immediately turned United 's fortunes around , with his 12 goals and eight assists in 22 games helping them to qualify for the Champions League and reach the Europa League semi-finals .

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Owen Hargreaves believes that Jadon Sancho could have a similar impact to Bruno Fernandes at Manchester United and has urged his former club to get the deal done as soon as possible.
United are long-term admirers of Borussia Dortmund winger Sancho, and are aiming to finally sign him this summer after previously failing to do so in 2017 and 2019.
However, the transfer saga looks set to rumble on throughout the window as Dortmund are adamant that he won't be leaving the Signal Iduna Park this summer.
United haven't given up on the 20-year-old, however, and MEN. Sport understands they are working to resolve his wage demands and the desired agent fees but the transfer fee has yet to be discussed with Dortmund, who value Sancho at £108million.
Despite Dortmund's lofty valuation, Hargreaves has told United that they have to get the deal done as Sancho would drastically improve the team in a manner similar to how Fernandes did.
“I hope he comes over here. He would be perfect for United," he told talkSPORT. “I don’t think they (Dortmund) have much of an argument because they’ve pretty much sold everyone, whether it’s been [Robert] Lewandowski, [Mats] Hummels, [Mario] Gotze or [Ousmane] Dembele. Everyone has pretty much left there.
“We know they are a selling club and it’s obviously about money. In Jadon, as much as we are in a difficult space right now with everything going in the world, it will be money well spent.
“You just have to get the deal done. You saw what Bruno did to United. Jadon would do the same.”
Fernandes moved to Old Trafford in January and immediately turned United's fortunes around, with his 12 goals and eight assists in 22 games helping them to qualify for the Champions League and reach the Europa League semi-finals.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-21--Real Housewives star looks glam on first public appearance after surgery

Newest star Real Housewives of Cheshire star Nicole Sealey wowed as she made her first public appearance after emergency surgery .
Nicole was admitted into hospital in the early hours to Monday August 10 to have her gallbladder removed .
Nicole , 46 , was taken into A & E at Macclesfield District General Hospital by her husband Joe after waking in excruciating pain at 3am .
After having a cholecystectomy the glamorous businesswoman is hoping to put her health worries behind her and concentrate on work and filming for the 12th RHOC series .
She looked stunning in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ co-stars Lauren Simon and Rachel Lugo , Hollyoaks star Jorgie Porter and ex Corrie favourite Faye Brooks for a dinner hosted by brand Clogau at Manchester hotspot Peru Perdu .
The ladies enjoyed a a socially distanced dinner to celebrate the brand 's summer collection and showcased their summer tans and colourful dresses whilst enjoying a banquet of food from the restaurant based at Whitworth Locke Hotel .
The Real Housewives , who have returned to filming the new season of the hit ITV show , said it was exciting being back at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that this season will be 'as fiery as ever ' and they 're all ready 'to come back with a bang . '
The ladies are also excited for co-star Hanna Kinsella , who has announced she 's expecting her first child with her husband Martin .
Nicole previously said about her emergency dash to hospital : “ It was scary being rushed to A & E in the small hours , but I knew I was in good hands and am actually quite relieved now that my gallbladder is gone .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ staff at Macclesfield and Joe , my husband who looked after me.
” Both Nicole and Joe documented the dramatic night on their Instagram stories .
Posting a photo of his ill wife shortly after bringing her in , Joe said : “ She ’ s not well .
Got to have an op today now .
“ 3am rushes to A & E are not fun.
” After her surgery Nicole updated her followers with a snap of herself in a luxurious pair of silky pyjamas as she thanked well-wishers .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for all my well wishes and lovely gifts feeling sore but on the mend ! ''
she said .
`` Thank you to the fantastic doctors and nurses at # macclesfieldgeneralhospital and my lovely husband @ joe_sealey1 @ nhsengland # amazingcareers # nhs . ''
Nicole had previously been treated in the same hospital for five days after suffering complications with her gallbladder , which stores bile produced by the liver .
Nicole , the director of transportation , trucking and railroad company NTS Premier Services and Neon PT personal training in Alderley @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her co-stars filmed scenes on a girls ' holiday to Athens shortly before the UK was placed under lockdown in March .
The wife of former West Ham goalkeeper Joe , and daughter-in-law of the late Manchester United goalkeeper Les Sealey , has been an instant hit with fans of the ITVBe show .
Nicole , who joined the Real Housewives line-up during the 11th series which ended in June with a reunion show made via video call , has also lost 10lbs which she also attributes to going on walks during lockdown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and a productive outcome ... feeling happy and ready to make it happen # sunshine # makingithappen # positivevibes # lovinglife , '' she recently wrote in a message to her Instagram followers .
And she had a great time with her Real Housewives co-stars .
`` A lovely evening out with the girls @ lauren_simon_835 & @ rachellugo1 some gorgeous gifts , fabulous food # winningcombination # thursdaynight # manchester # girlsnight , '' she wrote alongside a snap of the ladies together .
And the compliments came pouring in .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said one fan .
`` Wow .
You look a may zing , '' wrote another .
Urmstron actress Faye , who played Kate Connor in Corrie , looked stunning in a floaty white dress while Eccles soap star Jorgie , Hollyoaks ' Theresa McQueen , wowed in hot pant shorts and a blazer .
`` Cute opening , '' she praised on her Instagram as she posed against a pink backdrop .

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Newest star Real Housewives of Cheshire star Nicole Sealey wowed as she made her first public appearance after emergency surgery.
Nicole was admitted into hospital in the early hours to Monday August 10 to have her gallbladder removed.
Nicole, 46, was taken into A&E at Macclesfield District General Hospital by her husband Joe after waking in excruciating pain at 3am.
After having a cholecystectomy the glamorous businesswoman is hoping to put her health worries behind her and concentrate on work and filming for the 12th RHOC series.
(Image: STEPHEN FARRELL)
She looked stunning in a figure-hugging black dress as she joined her co-stars Lauren Simon and Rachel Lugo, Hollyoaks star Jorgie Porter and ex Corrie favourite Faye Brooks for a dinner hosted by brand Clogau at Manchester hotspot Peru Perdu.
The ladies enjoyed a a socially distanced dinner to celebrate the brand's summer collection and showcased their summer tans and colourful dresses whilst enjoying a banquet of food from the restaurant based at Whitworth Locke Hotel.
The Real Housewives, who have returned to filming the new season of the hit ITV show, said it was exciting being back at work.
(Image: STEPHEN FARRELL)
They promised at the event that this season will be 'as fiery as ever' and they're all ready 'to come back with a bang.'
The ladies are also excited for co-star Hanna Kinsella, who has announced she's expecting her first child with her husband Martin.
Nicole previously said about her emergency dash to hospital: “It was scary being rushed to A&E in the small hours, but I knew I was in good hands and am actually quite relieved now that my gallbladder is gone.
(Image: STEPHEN FARRELL)
“I'd like to thank the lovely staff at Macclesfield and Joe, my husband who looked after me.”
Both Nicole and Joe documented the dramatic night on their Instagram stories.
Posting a photo of his ill wife shortly after bringing her in, Joe said: “She’s not well. Got to have an op today now.
(Image: STEPHEN FARRELL)
“3am rushes to A&E are not fun.”
After her surgery Nicole updated her followers with a snap of herself in a luxurious pair of silky pyjamas as she thanked well-wishers.
"Morning just wanted to say thank you for all my well wishes and lovely gifts feeling sore but on the mend!" she said.
"Thank you to the fantastic doctors and nurses at #macclesfieldgeneralhospital and my lovely husband @joe_sealey1 @nhsengland #amazingcareers #nhs."
Nicole had previously been treated in the same hospital for five days after suffering complications with her gallbladder, which stores bile produced by the liver.
Nicole, the director of transportation, trucking and railroad company NTS Premier Services and Neon PT personal training in Alderley Edge, felt unwell while she and her co-stars filmed scenes on a girls' holiday to Athens shortly before the UK was placed under lockdown in March.
The wife of former West Ham goalkeeper Joe, and daughter-in-law of the late Manchester United goalkeeper Les Sealey, has been an instant hit with fans of the ITVBe show.
Nicole, who joined the Real Housewives line-up during the 11th series which ended in June with a reunion show made via video call, has also lost 10lbs which she also attributes to going on walks during lockdown.
"A positive mood breeds focus and a productive outcome ... feeling happy and ready to make it happen #sunshine #makingithappen #positivevibes #lovinglife," she recently wrote in a message to her Instagram followers.
And she had a great time with her Real Housewives co-stars.
"A lovely evening out with the girls @lauren_simon_835 & @rachellugo1 some gorgeous gifts , fabulous food #winningcombination #thursdaynight #manchester #girlsnight," she wrote alongside a snap of the ladies together.
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And the compliments came pouring in.
"Looking as fabulous as ever," said one fan.
"Wow. You look a may zing," wrote another.
Urmstron actress Faye, who played Kate Connor in Corrie, looked stunning in a floaty white dress while Eccles soap star Jorgie, Hollyoaks ' Theresa McQueen, wowed in hot pant shorts and a blazer.
"Cute opening," she praised on her Instagram as she posed against a pink backdrop.