themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-30--Government announce new Greater Manchester local lockdown measures

Q & A : Your questions on new restrictions answered Your household – as defined in law – is only the people you live with .
If you have formed a support bubble ( which must include a single adult household i.e .
people who live alone or single parents with dependent children aged under 18 ) these can be treated as if they are members of your household .
What will be illegal ?
It will be illegal for people who do not live together to meet in a private home or garden , except for limited exceptions to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should not host or visit people you do not live with , unless they are in your support bubble .
If you live in the affected areas , you should not visit someone ’ s home or garden regardless of whether this is in or outside of the restricted area .
Can I still meet indoors with people in my support bubble ?
Yes .
Where people from single adult households ( people who live alone or single parents with dependent children aged under 18 ) have formed a support bubble with another @ @ @ @ @ @ @ each other , stay overnight , and visit other public places as if they were one household .
In line with the national guidance , you can continue to meet in public outdoor spaces in groups of no more than six people , unless the group includes only people from two households .
You can not meet people you do not live within a private garden .
At all times , you should socially distance from people you do not live with – unless they are in your support bubble .
I live @ @ @ @ @ @ @ meet with my family and friends to celebrate Eid ?
Due to higher rates of infection , if you live in this area you should not host or visit friends and family in each other ’ s homes or gardens .
It will shortly be illegal to do so , unless specific exemptions apply .
You also should not meet friends and family in other venues – including restaurants or cafes .
Up to two households , or six people from any number of households may meet outdoors ( excluding people ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ risk of infection .
If you do so , you should still socially distance from those you do not live with , and avoid physical contact .
You may attend a mosque or other place or worship , where Covid-19 Secure guidance applies , but you must socially distance from people outside of your household .
This means maintaining a distance of 2 metres , or 1 metre with mitigations ( such as wearing face coverings ) .
We recommend at this time that , if possible , prayer/religious services take place outdoors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in this area ?
Yes .
People living inside and outside of this area can continue to travel in and out for work .
Workplaces must implement Covid-19 Secure guidance .
I live in this area .
Can I still go to cafes , restaurants , the gym and other public places ?
Yes .
But you should only go with members of your own household – even if you are going outside of the restricted area .
I live in the area .
Can people from outside of the lockdown area visit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This will be illegal .
Do I still have to shield if I live in this area ?
Clinically extremely vulnerable people will no longer have to follow the shielding guidance from the 1 August , unless they live in Blackburn with Darwen in the North West and other local affected areas across England where shielding continues .
You should not visit friends or family in care homes , other than in exceptional circumstances .
Care homes should restrict visits to these circumstances .
Can I still have my wedding if it ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and civil partnership ceremonies in these areas can still go ahead .
No more than 30 people should attend a marriage or civil partnership , where this can be safely accommodated with social distancing in a COVID-19 secure venue .
Further guidance can be found here .
Large wedding receptions or parties should not currently be taking place and any celebration after the ceremony should follow the broader social distancing guidance of involving no more than two households in any location or , if outdoors , up to six people from different households @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lockdown area to attend a wedding ceremony ?
Can I travel into the lockdown area to attend a wedding ceremony ?
Yes .
Weddings should be limited to no more than 30 people and subject to COVID-19 Secure guidelines .
People living outside the lockdown areas may travel into the areas to attend a wedding , but should not go into a private home or garden .
Can I still visit a place of worship in the lockdown area ?
Yes , but you must socially distance from people outside of your household @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2 metres , or 1 metre with mitigations ( e.g .
face coverings ) .
We recommend at this time that if possible prayer/religious services take place outdoors .
Can funerals still take place in the lockdown areas ?
Yes .
Funerals should be limited to no more than 30 people and subject to COVID-19 Secure guidelines .
People living outside the lockdown areas may travel into the areas to attend a funeral .
Can I holiday in the lockdown area , or visit shops , leisure facilities , or cafes in it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ avoid socialising with people indoors when doing so .
Can I travel in a car with someone I do not live with ?
You should try not to share a vehicle with those outside your household or social bubble .
If you need to , try to : • share the transport with the same people each time • keep to small groups of people at any one time • travel side by side or behind other people , rather than facing them , where seating arrangements allow face away from each other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ between people in the vehicle • clean your car between journeys using standard cleaning products – make sure you clean door handles and other areas that people may touch • ask the driver and passengers to wear a face covering The Department for Transport has provided specific guidance on using private vehicles .
Please see their guidance on private cars and other vehicles for more information on car sharing and traveling with people outside your household group .

newsdesk@men-news.co.uk (Jennifer Williams, Paul Britton, Todd Fitzgerald, John Shammas)

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Q&A: Your questions on new restrictions answered
Does my household include close family members?
Your household – as defined in law – is only the people you live with. If you have formed a support bubble (which must include a single adult household i.e. people who live alone or single parents with dependent children aged under 18) these can be treated as if they are members of your household.
What will be illegal?
It will be illegal for people who do not live together to meet in a private home or garden, except for limited exceptions to be set out in law. You should not host or visit people you do not live with, unless they are in your support bubble. If you live in the affected areas, you should not visit someone’s home or garden regardless of whether this is in or outside of the restricted area.
Can I still meet indoors with people in my support bubble?
Yes. Where people from single adult households (people who live alone or single parents with dependent children aged under 18) have formed a support bubble with another household, they can continue to visit each other, stay overnight, and visit other public places as if they were one household.
Can I still meet people outdoors?
In line with the national guidance, you can continue to meet in public outdoor spaces in groups of no more than six people, unless the group includes only people from two households. You cannot meet people you do not live within a private garden.
At all times, you should socially distance from people you do not live with – unless they are in your support bubble.
I live in this area. Can I still meet with my family and friends to celebrate Eid?
Due to higher rates of infection, if you live in this area you should not host or visit friends and family in each other’s homes or gardens. It will shortly be illegal to do so, unless specific exemptions apply. You also should not meet friends and family in other venues – including restaurants or cafes.
Up to two households, or six people from any number of households may meet outdoors (excluding people’s gardens) where there is a lower risk of infection. If you do so, you should still socially distance from those you do not live with, and avoid physical contact.
You may attend a mosque or other place or worship, where Covid-19 Secure guidance applies, but you must socially distance from people outside of your household. This means maintaining a distance of 2 metres, or 1 metre with mitigations (such as wearing face coverings). We recommend at this time that, if possible, prayer/religious services take place outdoors.
Can I still go to work in this area?
Yes. People living inside and outside of this area can continue to travel in and out for work. Workplaces must implement Covid-19 Secure guidance.
I live in this area. Can I still go to cafes, restaurants, the gym and other public places?
Yes. But you should only go with members of your own household – even if you are going outside of the restricted area.
I live in the area. Can people from outside of the lockdown area visit me at my house?
No. This will be illegal.
Do I still have to shield if I live in this area?
Clinically extremely vulnerable people will no longer have to follow the shielding guidance from the 1 August, unless they live in Blackburn with Darwen in the North West and other local affected areas across England where shielding continues.
Can I visit a care home?
You should not visit friends or family in care homes, other than in exceptional circumstances. Care homes should restrict visits to these circumstances.
Can I still have my wedding if it’s in the lockdown area?
Weddings and civil partnership ceremonies in these areas can still go ahead. No more than 30 people should attend a marriage or civil partnership, where this can be safely accommodated with social distancing in a COVID-19 secure venue. Further guidance can be found here.
Large wedding receptions or parties should not currently be taking place and any celebration after the ceremony should follow the broader social distancing guidance of involving no more than two households in any location or, if outdoors, up to six people from different households.
Can I travel outside of the lockdown area to attend a wedding ceremony?
Yes.
Can I travel into the lockdown area to attend a wedding ceremony?
Yes. Weddings should be limited to no more than 30 people and subject to COVID-19 Secure guidelines.
People living outside the lockdown areas may travel into the areas to attend a wedding, but should not go into a private home or garden.
Can I still visit a place of worship in the lockdown area?
Yes, but you must socially distance from people outside of your household. This means maintaining a distance of 2 metres, or 1 metre with mitigations (e.g. face coverings). We recommend at this time that if possible prayer/religious services take place outdoors.
Can funerals still take place in the lockdown areas?
Yes. Funerals should be limited to no more than 30 people and subject to COVID-19 Secure guidelines.
People living outside the lockdown areas may travel into the areas to attend a funeral.
Can I holiday in the lockdown area, or visit shops, leisure facilities, or cafes in it?
Yes. However, you must avoid socialising with people indoors when doing so.
Can I travel in a car with someone I do not live with?
You should try not to share a vehicle with those outside your household or social bubble. If you need to, try to:
share the transport with the same people each time
keep to small groups of people at any one time
open windows for ventilation
travel side by side or behind other people, rather than facing them, where seating arrangements allow face away from each other
consider seating arrangements to maximise distance between people in the vehicle
clean your car between journeys using standard cleaning products – make sure you clean door handles and other areas that people may touch
ask the driver and passengers to wear a face covering
The Department for Transport has provided specific guidance on using private vehicles. Please see their guidance on private cars and other vehicles for more information on car sharing and traveling with people outside your household group.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-30--Man City news and transfers RECAP

Man City news and transfers RECAP

Manchester City are closing in on the signing of Ferran Torres from Valencia .
The pacy , 20-year-old winger has @ @ @ @ @ that can help fill the void left by Leroy Sane departing for Bayern Munich after @ @ @ @ @ of top European clubs for his impressive performances in La Liga and for Spain at @ @ @ @ @ that he is into the final 12 months of his current deal has increased his @ @ @ @ @ While City are not celebrating yet considering the interest from other clubs in Torres that @ @ @ @ @ to be nearing an agreement with Valencia that would see the player switch clubs for @ @ @ @ @ ) with the potential for considerable add-on payments that could lift the final figure up @ @ @ @ @ ) .
Meanwhile , the Blues have been linked with a move for Bayern Munich @ @ @ @

newsdesk@men-news.co.uk (Joe Bray, Marcus Banks)

Manchester City are closing in on the signing of Ferran Torres from Valencia.
The pacy, 20-year-old winger has been identified as a player that can help fill the void left by Leroy Sane departing for Bayern Munich after attracting attention from a host of top European clubs for his impressive performances in La Liga and for Spain at youth level. The fact that he is into the final 12 months of his current deal has increased his appeal to prospective buyers.
While City are not celebrating yet considering the interest from other clubs in Torres that remains, they are believed to be nearing an agreement with Valencia that would see the player switch clubs for an initial £21m (€23m) with the potential for considerable add-on payments that could lift the final figure up by another £10.5m (€12m).
Meanwhile, the Blues have been linked with a move for Bayern Munich defender David Alaba.
Recap the latest City news.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-30--Man United news and transfers RECAP

Man United news and transfers RECAP

Inter Milan remain keen on keeping Alexis Sanchez on a longer stay from Manchester United , with negotiations between the @ @ @ @ @ Italian club 's chief executive Giuseppe Marotta has provided an update on Inter 's quest @ @ @ @ @ , which as things stand is due to expire on August 7 .
That would @ @ @ @ @ to complete this season 's Europa League with Inter .
United are looking to offload @ @ @ @ @ permanent deal rather than allow him to extend his loan by another month or so @ @ @ @ @ Sport Italia about the Sanchez negotiations , confirming that Inter want to keep the 31-year-old @ @ @ @ @ not easy , he has a two-year contract with Manchester United , so we have @ @ @ @ @ ” he said .
Meanwhile , reports suggest Jadon Sancho will not force an exit @ @ @ @ @ .

newsdesk@men-news.co.uk (Dominic Booth, Marcus Banks)

Inter Milan remain keen on keeping Alexis Sanchez on a longer stay from Manchester United, with negotiations between the two clubs ongoing.
The Italian club's chief executive Giuseppe Marotta has provided an update on Inter's quest to extend Sanchez's deal, which as things stand is due to expire on August 7.
That would mean Sanchez is not able to complete this season's Europa League with Inter. United are looking to offload the Chilean forward on a permanent deal rather than allow him to extend his loan by another month or so.
Marotta spoke to Sky Sport Italia about the Sanchez negotiations, confirming that Inter want to keep the 31-year-old.
"It’s not easy, he has a two-year contract with Manchester United, so we have to evaluate the situation,” he said.
Meanwhile, reports suggest Jadon Sancho will not force an exit from Borussia Dortmund this summer.
Recap the latest United news.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-30--Manchester United evening headlines as Sanchez moves towards exit

Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Thursday July 30 .
Inter Milan expect to agree a deal to sign Alexis Sanchez permanently from Manchester United this summer .
The understands that negotiations between the clubs are at an advanced stage .
Sanchez has spent the season on loan at Inter and has been in good form towards the end of the campaign , scoring three goals and providing seven assists .
The Serie A club are currently paying 75 per cent of his £400,000 per week salary , and that hefty wage is part of the reason United @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s exit could also pave the way for a much-talked-about move for Borussia Dortmund ’ s Jadon Sancho .
United are not panicking in their pursuit of Sancho despite attempts from Dortmund to speed up the transfer , MEN Sport understand .
The Bundesliga club are trying to attract other interested parties as they look to sell Sancho to United before they begin their pre-season fixtures .
Reports in Germany claimed the Reds had made a bid of £90m for the 20-year-old , but that has since been denied by both clubs .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ hopeful of selling Sancho by August 10 , the day United are scheduled to play in the Europa League quarter-finals .
Dortmund striker Erling Haaland has insisted that his long-term future is with the Bundesliga club .
The 20-year-old turned down a move to Old Trafford in January , instead joining BVB from RB Salzburg .
And he has excelled in Germany , scoring 13 goals in 15 appearances , and establishing himself as one of Europe ’ s most promising young players .
That has led to more speculation of a big @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the moment , seems out of the question .
“ I have a long-term contract here until 2024 , ” Haaland told Bild .
“ In any case , it is my big goal to win BVB the title and to celebrate fantastic successes with our fans .
“ We have the quality to become champions but talking alone is not enough .
Bayern have distinguished themselves by their incredible consistency .
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Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Thursday July 30.
Inter confident over permanent deal for United flop
Inter Milan expect to agree a deal to sign Alexis Sanchez permanently from Manchester United this summer.
The MEN understands that negotiations between the clubs are at an advanced stage.
Sanchez has spent the season on loan at Inter and has been in good form towards the end of the campaign, scoring three goals and providing seven assists.
The Serie A club are currently paying 75 per cent of his £400,000 per week salary, and that hefty wage is part of the reason United are willing to sell.
Sanchez’s exit could also pave the way for a much-talked-about move for Borussia Dortmund’s Jadon Sancho.
United won’t be rushed in Sancho saga
United are not panicking in their pursuit of Sancho despite attempts from Dortmund to speed up the transfer, MEN Sport understand.
The Bundesliga club are trying to attract other interested parties as they look to sell Sancho to United before they begin their pre-season fixtures.
Reports in Germany claimed the Reds had made a bid of £90m for the 20-year-old, but that has since been denied by both clubs.
Instead, Dortmund are said to be hopeful of selling Sancho by August 10, the day United are scheduled to play in the Europa League quarter-finals.
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Haaland rules out summer move after rejecting United
Dortmund striker Erling Haaland has insisted that his long-term future is with the Bundesliga club .
The 20-year-old turned down a move to Old Trafford in January, instead joining BVB from RB Salzburg.
And he has excelled in Germany, scoring 13 goals in 15 appearances, and establishing himself as one of Europe’s most promising young players.
That has led to more speculation of a big money move, but that, at the moment, seems out of the question.
“I have a long-term contract here until 2024,” Haaland told Bild. “In any case, it is my big goal to win BVB the title and to celebrate fantastic successes with our fans.
“We have the quality to become champions but talking alone is not enough. Bayern have distinguished themselves by their incredible consistency.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-30--Silence fell as a boy returned to his school for the final time - RIP, Jack

Today , Jack Worwood returned to his school in Wigan for the final time .
The streets he used to walk each day were filled with teachers and students as they gathered to say their last goodbyes .
Silence fell in Ashton in Makerfield as the hearse made its way through the entrance of Byrchall High School .
Cries were heard as Jack 's light-blue coloured coffin draped in a Manchester City flag paused momentarily inside the grounds .
The sun emerged from behind the clouds as the funeral procession left the school and continued down Warrington Road .
Around @ @ @ @ @ @ @ followed the cortège as it made its way towards the cemetery .
Jack , who his family described as a ‘ sweet little rascal ’ , was struck down while on his way to play football with his friends on July 7 .
He was walking along the pavement on Old Road in Ashton in Makerfield when he was hit by a Jaguar car at around 4.30pm .
Tragically , he died the next day having suffered serious injuries .
He was just 13-years-old .
In an emotional statement , his heartbroken family @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by his family and friends .
They said : “ You only had to meet Jack once , and you knew Jack .
“ He was a rascal , but a sweet little rascal - cheeky , loving and soft hearted .
You could never be mad at him for long , as he ’ d soon have you laughing and kissing him again .
“ He loved football , playing on his PlayStation and doing maths at school .
He aspired to be an accountant and we knew he ’ d have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends .
He was such a character ; so adorable .
“ Love you so much Jack - from dad , step-mum Tracy , step-sister Caitlyn-Marie , mum , step-dad Lee and big brother Connor .
“ We are absolutely astonished by the amount of condolences we have had so far - truly blown away , and want to pass on our gratitude to you all.
” Liam Wilson , 21 , of Livingstone Street , Ashton-in-Makerfield has been charged with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beating of an emergency worker .
He has been remanded in custody by Wigan magistrates until he appears before a Bolton Crown Court judge on August 7 .

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Today, Jack Worwood returned to his school in Wigan for the final time.
The streets he used to walk each day were filled with teachers and students as they gathered to say their last goodbyes.
Silence fell in Ashton in Makerfield as the hearse made its way through the entrance of Byrchall High School.
Cries were heard as Jack's light-blue coloured coffin draped in a Manchester City flag paused momentarily inside the grounds.
The sun emerged from behind the clouds as the funeral procession left the school and continued down Warrington Road.
Around 25 teenage boys donning Manchester City shirts followed the cortège as it made its way towards the cemetery.
(Image: STEVE ALLEN)
Jack, who his family described as a ‘sweet little rascal’, was struck down while on his way to play football with his friends on July 7.
He was walking along the pavement on Old Road in Ashton in Makerfield when he was hit by a Jaguar car at around 4.30pm.
Tragically, he died the next day having suffered serious injuries.
He was just 13-years-old.
In an emotional statement, his heartbroken family said Jack will be 'greatly missed' by his family and friends.
They said: “You only had to meet Jack once, and you knew Jack.
“He was a rascal, but a sweet little rascal - cheeky, loving and soft hearted. You could never be mad at him for long, as he’d soon have you laughing and kissing him again.
(Image: PA)
“He loved football, playing on his PlayStation and doing maths at school. He aspired to be an accountant and we knew he’d have done it; he was so bright.
“He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. He was such a character; so adorable.
“Love you so much Jack - from dad, step-mum Tracy, step-sister Caitlyn-Marie, mum, step-dad Lee and big brother Connor.
“We are absolutely astonished by the amount of condolences we have had so far - truly blown away, and want to pass on our gratitude to you all.”
(Image: STEVE ALLEN)
Liam Wilson, 21, of Livingstone Street, Ashton-in-Makerfield has been charged with death by dangerous driving and assault by beating of an emergency worker.
He has been remanded in custody by Wigan magistrates until he appears before a Bolton Crown Court judge on August 7.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-30--Further 38 coronavirus deaths reported bringing UK death toll to nearly 46,000

A further 38 Covid-related deaths have been recorded bringing the UK 's death toll to nearly 46,000 .
According to figures published on the Public Health England ( PHE ) data dashboard , an additional 38 deaths were recorded in 24 hours , and a further 846 coronavirus tests came back positive .
That brings the UK 's overall death toll to 45,999 and the total number of confirmed coronavirus cases to 302,301 .
The death toll includes deaths in hospitals , care homes and the wider community .
The Department of Health has paused the publication of its daily @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into how the data is compiled by PHE .
Today 's daily increase of 38 additional deaths is the second lowest this week , with seven recorded on Monday , 119 on Tuesday and 83 on Wednesday .
It 's also down by 15 from 53 at the same point last week .
Figures published by the UK ’ s statistics agencies show a higher death toll because they include all deaths where coronavirus is mentioned on the death certificate .
According to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been registered in the UK .
Analysis published by the ONS today revealed that England had the highest levels of excess mortality in Europe across the first half of 2020 .
Asked if he was ashamed of the findings , Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the nation “ has had a massive success ” in reducing the number of deaths .

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A further 38 Covid-related deaths have been recorded bringing the UK's death toll to nearly 46,000.
According to figures published on the Public Health England (PHE) data dashboard, an additional 38 deaths were recorded in 24 hours, and a further 846 coronavirus tests came back positive.
That brings the UK's overall death toll to 45,999 and the total number of confirmed coronavirus cases to 302,301.
The death toll includes deaths in hospitals, care homes and the wider community.
The Department of Health has paused the publication of its daily death figures while a review is conducted into how the data is compiled by PHE.
Today's daily increase of 38 additional deaths is the second lowest this week, with seven recorded on Monday, 119 on Tuesday and 83 on Wednesday.
It's also down by 15 from 53 at the same point last week.
Figures published by the UK’s statistics agencies show a higher death toll because they include all deaths where coronavirus is mentioned on the death certificate.
According to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) more than 56,400 coronavirus-related deaths have been registered in the UK.
Analysis published by the ONS today revealed that England had the highest levels of excess mortality in Europe across the first half of 2020.
Asked if he was ashamed of the findings, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the nation “has had a massive success” in reducing the number of deaths.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-30--Why Sancho and Grealish would be equally important signings for Man United

After a third-place finish in the Premier League was clinched with a 2-0 win over Leicester City , Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would have been forgiven for feeling rather smug .
Over the course of his tenure as Manchester United manager , pundits and fans alike have doubted the Norwegian .
He was out of his depth , many said .
Solskjaer is not perfect , far from it .
But he is a man with a plan , something which United have sorely lacked since the days of Sir Alex Ferguson .
Phase one of that plan has been achieved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Champions League next season .
Now it ’ s time to move onto phase two : re-establishing United as a genuine Premier League title challenger .
In order to do that , Solskjaer must add a little more stardust to his side .
`` The club knows what I feel we need and we 're going to try to pursue it , ” he said after that win at Leicester .
“ Let 's see where we end up . ''
What Solskjaer feels United need is something of an open secret .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sancho is the club ’ s priority and there is also interest in Aston Villa talisman Jack Grealish .
Neither will come cheap , however .
A club-record fee will be required to bring Sancho to Old Trafford while Villa are under no pressure to sell after they survived relegation to the Championship .
United have the financial clout , despite the impact of the coronavirus pandemic , to complete both deals .
Yet if the two players were to arrive this summer , they would likely play very different roles in Solskjaer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an all-star signing .
Still only 20 years old , the England international is one of the most consistent and devastating wingers in Europe .
In the Bundesliga last season , Sancho struck 17 goals and claimed a further 16 assists .
The latter was at a rate of 0.6 per 90 , the second-most of any player in Europe ’ s top-five leagues .
Sancho achieved those numbers playing predominantly off the right flank , although he can impact games from the left or more centrally .
Mason Greenwood featured regularly on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Premier League ’ s restart and produced a series of impressive and decisive performances .
Yet he would almost certainly make way for Sancho , especially as the 18-year-old has been the “ complete No.9 ” in the future by Solskjaer .
With Sancho used alongside Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial , United would possess one of the most fearsome forward lines in European football ; one blessed with frightening pace , flawless technique , and plenty of goals .
Throw in the guile and creativity of Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chance the gap to Liverpool and Manchester City will be closed next term .
There is something of an obvious question to ask at this point : where would that leave Grealish ?
The simple answer is , with every United player fit and injury-free , the 24-year-old would almost certainly be on the substitutes ’ bench – hardly an ideal scenario for a player who would require a significant outlay to sign .
But over the course of the 2020/21 campaign , Grealish would still have a big role to play .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ which he captains , Grealish has performed expertly in multiple positions .
At the start of the campaign , he was used on the left of a midfield three , his role to fashion chances for team-mates and push forward into the final third to threaten goal .
But with Dean Smith ’ s side struggling , Grealish was soon shifted up the pitch and out to the left .
With more space to operate in , he was a consistent ball carrier and constantly weaved past challenges .
His goal output improved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United in a 2-2 draw at Old Trafford .
And , finally , shortly after the Premier League restarted , Grealish was deployed as a more orthodox No.10 in four games .
He didn ’ t score or assist , but his vision and intelligent use of space came to the fore .
It ’ s this versatility which could prove invaluable to Solskjaer .
Pogba ruled out for a spell ?
No problem , Grealish can slot into midfield and fill the void , especially given both have a tendency to drift @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is in possession .
Rashford set to be missing for a few games ?
Or perhaps he has to play centrally to fill in for Martial ?
Again Grealish can step in .
He would play the left-wing role differently – Grealish takes far fewer shots ( 1.8 per 90 compared Rashford ’ s 2.82 ) but he completes far more dribbles ( 5 per 90 ) and assists more shots ( 1.87 per 90 ) – but would ensure there is no drop off in quality .
It would also be a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Fernandes , who has started every Premier League game since joining the club from Sporting in January .
Towards the end of the post-lockdown domestic fixtures , United ’ s attackers looked physically drained .
They did brilliantly to fire the club into the top four but can ’ t be expected to repeat that relentless schedule next term .
Sancho ’ s signing would ease that burden yet it ’ s the multifaceted Grealish who could prove the true difference maker in ensuring the United frontline remains fresh and able to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Two players .
Two different roles .
But both potentially as important as each other .

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After a third-place finish in the Premier League was clinched with a 2-0 win over Leicester City, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would have been forgiven for feeling rather smug.
Over the course of his tenure as Manchester United manager, pundits and fans alike have doubted the Norwegian. He was out of his depth, many said.
Solskjaer is not perfect, far from it. But he is a man with a plan, something which United have sorely lacked since the days of Sir Alex Ferguson.
Phase one of that plan has been achieved: United will be back in the Champions League next season. Now it’s time to move onto phase two: re-establishing United as a genuine Premier League title challenger.
In order to do that, Solskjaer must add a little more stardust to his side. "The club knows what I feel we need and we're going to try to pursue it,” he said after that win at Leicester. “Let's see where we end up."
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What Solskjaer feels United need is something of an open secret. MEN Sport understands Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho is the club’s priority and there is also interest in Aston Villa talisman Jack Grealish.
Neither will come cheap, however. A club-record fee will be required to bring Sancho to Old Trafford while Villa are under no pressure to sell after they survived relegation to the Championship.
United have the financial clout, despite the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, to complete both deals. Yet if the two players were to arrive this summer, they would likely play very different roles in Solskjaer’s squad.
Sancho would be an all-star signing. Still only 20 years old, the England international is one of the most consistent and devastating wingers in Europe.
In the Bundesliga last season, Sancho struck 17 goals and claimed a further 16 assists. The latter was at a rate of 0.6 per 90, the second-most of any player in Europe’s top-five leagues.
Sancho achieved those numbers playing predominantly off the right flank, although he can impact games from the left or more centrally.
Mason Greenwood featured regularly on the right of the United attack after the Premier League’s restart and produced a series of impressive and decisive performances.
Yet he would almost certainly make way for Sancho, especially as the 18-year-old has been tipped to become the “complete No.9” in the future by Solskjaer.
With Sancho used alongside Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial, United would possess one of the most fearsome forward lines in European football; one blessed with frightening pace, flawless technique, and plenty of goals.
Throw in the guile and creativity of Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba from midfield and there is a good chance the gap to Liverpool and Manchester City will be closed next term.
There is something of an obvious question to ask at this point: where would that leave Grealish?
The simple answer is, with every United player fit and injury-free, the 24-year-old would almost certainly be on the substitutes’ bench – hardly an ideal scenario for a player who would require a significant outlay to sign.
But over the course of the 2020/21 campaign, Grealish would still have a big role to play.
At Aston Villa, the boyhood club which he captains, Grealish has performed expertly in multiple positions.
At the start of the campaign, he was used on the left of a midfield three, his role to fashion chances for team-mates and push forward into the final third to threaten goal.
But with Dean Smith’s side struggling, Grealish was soon shifted up the pitch and out to the left.
With more space to operate in, he was a consistent ball carrier and constantly weaved past challenges. His goal output improved, too, including a strike against United in a 2-2 draw at Old Trafford.
And, finally, shortly after the Premier League restarted, Grealish was deployed as a more orthodox No.10 in four games. He didn’t score or assist, but his vision and intelligent use of space came to the fore.
It’s this versatility which could prove invaluable to Solskjaer. Pogba ruled out for a spell? No problem, Grealish can slot into midfield and fill the void, especially given both have a tendency to drift out to the left when their side is in possession.
Rashford set to be missing for a few games? Or perhaps he has to play centrally to fill in for Martial? Again Grealish can step in.
He would play the left-wing role differently – Grealish takes far fewer shots (1.8 per 90 compared Rashford’s 2.82) but he completes far more dribbles (5 per 90) and assists more shots (1.87 per 90) – but would ensure there is no drop off in quality.
It would also be a similar scenario if he were to deputise for Fernandes, who has started every Premier League game since joining the club from Sporting in January.
Towards the end of the post-lockdown domestic fixtures, United’s attackers looked physically drained. They did brilliantly to fire the club into the top four but can’t be expected to repeat that relentless schedule next term.
Sancho’s signing would ease that burden yet it’s the multifaceted Grealish who could prove the true difference maker in ensuring the United frontline remains fresh and able to challenge at home and abroad next term.
Two players. Two different roles. But both potentially as important as each other.


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themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-30--Police shut down illegal rave in Strangeways area (and found a hot tub)

An illegal 'rave ' planned to take place on Thursday night in the Strangeways area of Manchester has been shut down , police have revealed .
Greater Manchester Police said hundreds of people were expected to attend despite the ongoing threat of coronavirus transmission .
The force said equipment found at the site , a large apartment building with a courtyard near Strangeways prison , was being assessed and seizures could follow .
It 's understood music equipment was there - alongside a hot tub in the courtyard .
Police said as a result , a dispersal order has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The order gives constables and police community support officers the power to disperse crowds .
Anyone returning to the area would face arrest .
The gathering - described by GMP as a 'rave-style event ' - was due to start at 7pm , the Manchester Evening News understands .
One police chief said : `` We strongly advise that anyone who was considering coming to tonight 's event does n't .
`` There is no event to attend . ''
Council officers and the fire service were also involved in the operation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ equipment found is said to have been set up and ready to use .
The site - and surrounding area - has now been locked down .
In a statement , the force said : `` GMP 's dedicated operation into tackling large-scale illegal gatherings saw another unlicensed music event prevented from taking place later tonight - Thursday .
`` Officers from the City of Manchester Central division were informed of a rave-style event that was due to take place in the Strangeways area of Manchester and set to be attended by hundreds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from Manchester City Council and the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service , officers attended the location and found equipment that had already been prepared for the illegal event .
`` An increased number of high-visibility patrols have been deployed to the area while the premises are cleared .
`` A dispersal order is in place in the vicinity and police are advising the public to stay away from the location . ''
Superintendent Chris Hill said : `` I 'd firstly like to thank the public for their support and co-operation in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ organisation of illegal events - not just in Manchester but across the force-area .
`` Today 's action highlights our commitment - alongside partners in local authority , the fire service and others - to ensuring that these events do not take place and we have responded robustly to the information that we have received .
`` We strongly advise that anyone who was considering coming to tonight 's event does n't .
`` There is no event to attend , a dispersal order is in place and we have a heightened police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the authority to use legal powers where proportionate and necessary .
`` These types of illegal events are dangerous and unacceptable and we will be considering what legal options are available to ensure the organisers of this event are brought to justice and we will not reduce our endeavour to stop these events taking place . ''
A number of lockdown raves and parties have been taking place across the region during the pandemic , which have ended in violence or injuries .
Three people were stabbed and a woman raped at a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ held last month .
Another 'rave ' event took place at Daisy Nook Country Park in Failsworth , which was attended by 4,000 .
One man later collapsed and died of a suspected drugs overdose .

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An illegal 'rave' planned to take place on Thursday night in the Strangeways area of Manchester has been shut down, police have revealed.
Greater Manchester Police said hundreds of people were expected to attend despite the ongoing threat of coronavirus transmission.
The force said equipment found at the site, a large apartment building with a courtyard near Strangeways prison, was being assessed and seizures could follow.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
It's understood music equipment was there - alongside a hot tub in the courtyard.
The exact location hasn't been disclosed.
Police said as a result, a dispersal order has been put in force across the area concerned.
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The order gives constables and police community support officers the power to disperse crowds.
Anyone returning to the area would face arrest.
(Image: MEN Media)
The gathering - described by GMP as a 'rave-style event' - was due to start at 7pm, the Manchester Evening News understands.
One police chief said: "We strongly advise that anyone who was considering coming to tonight's event doesn't.
"There is no event to attend."
Council officers and the fire service were also involved in the operation.
Police attended the location and the equipment found is said to have been set up and ready to use.
The site - and surrounding area - has now been locked down.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
In a statement, the force said: "GMP's dedicated operation into tackling large-scale illegal gatherings saw another unlicensed music event prevented from taking place later tonight - Thursday.
"Officers from the City of Manchester Central division were informed of a rave-style event that was due to take place in the Strangeways area of Manchester and set to be attended by hundreds of people.
"Working alongside partners from Manchester City Council and the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service, officers attended the location and found equipment that had already been prepared for the illegal event.
"An increased number of high-visibility patrols have been deployed to the area while the premises are cleared.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"A dispersal order is in place in the vicinity and police are advising the public to stay away from the location."
Superintendent Chris Hill said: "I'd firstly like to thank the public for their support and co-operation in providing us with continued intelligence into the organisation of illegal events - not just in Manchester but across the force-area.
"Today's action highlights our commitment - alongside partners in local authority, the fire service and others - to ensuring that these events do not take place and we have responded robustly to the information that we have received.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"We strongly advise that anyone who was considering coming to tonight's event doesn't.
"There is no event to attend, a dispersal order is in place and we have a heightened police presence in the area that will have the authority to use legal powers where proportionate and necessary.
"These types of illegal events are dangerous and unacceptable and we will be considering what legal options are available to ensure the organisers of this event are brought to justice and we will not reduce our endeavour to stop these events taking place."
A number of lockdown raves and parties have been taking place across the region during the pandemic, which have ended in violence or injuries.
Three people were stabbed and a woman raped at a lockdown rave in Carrington, Trafford, held last month.
More than 2,000 people attended.
Another 'rave' event took place at Daisy Nook Country Park in Failsworth, which was attended by 4,000.
One man later collapsed and died of a suspected drugs overdose.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-30--Dash cam footage shows smirking crook flip car during chase - then leg it

The stolen car he 'd raced around the streets during a chase with police lay on its roof ... he made a run for it .
He did n't get far .
Damien Roddy was arrested .
The true scale of his crimes would later become clear .
A few months earlier , the 31-year-old smashed an Audi A3 into two cars .
He was chased by members of the public - before pulling out a gun .
The drugs and phone found added to Roddy 's misery .
He 's now been jailed for six years and six months @ @ @ @ @ @ @ footage of the chase , on July 2 , 2019 .
The video shows officers from GMP ’ s Tactical Vehicle Interception Unit speeding through residential streets as Roddy - behind the wheel of a Ford Fiesta ST - tears away .
Officers were on patrol in Chadderton , Oldham , when they spotted the car which had been reported stolen following a burglary in Holmfirth , West Yorkshire two days earlier .
The car is later seen on its roof , on Oldham Road in Failsworth , before Roddy scarpers .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ catch up and arrest him .
During a subsequent search of the Fiesta , cops found class A and class B drugs as well as scales , a spoon and two mobile phones .
Forensics tests confirmed Roddy was driving the Audi A3 during two smashes on March 11 .
That evening , at around 7.30pm , he careered into a Volkswagon Polo on Hollinwood Avenue , Chadderton , injuring the driver .
Just 200 yards away , Roddy crashed into a Citreon Berlingo .
Forunately in that case , nobody was hurt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chased .
He pulled out a gun , made threats , and fled .
Roddy , of Kirkby Avenue , Manchester , pleaded guilty to dangerous driving ; p ossession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear ; p ossession with intent to supply a controlled drug of class A ; p ossession with intent to supply a controlled drug of class B ; p ossession of a class A drug ; possession of a class B drug ; two counts of p ossession of a controlled drug of class A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of class B ; b eing concerned in the supply of a controlled drug of class ; and eing concerned in the supply of a controlled drug of class B At Minshull Street Crown Court , he was also disqualified from driving for seven years and three months .
`` Detective Constable Craig Bowring , of GMP ’ s Oldham District CID , said : “ Roddy put members of the public at serious risk during the incidents in March and July last year .
“ He caused three collisions as well as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fiesta through Failsworth , the wrong way around a roundabout , through red lights and on the wrong side of the road .
`` He didn ’ t even have a full UK driving licence or insurance .
The dash cam footage proves that Roddy had no regard for other road users or pedestrians and it is lucky no one was seriously injured .
“ He also left innocent members of the public fearing for their lives when he produced a handgun and made threats as they tried to apprehend him .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ members of the public that Greater Manchester Police work hard to bring criminals to justice and carry out extensive enquiries to link them to any other crimes they have committed .
`` I also hope it serves as a warning to offenders that this type of behaviour won ’ t be tolerated on the streets of Greater Manchester .
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The stolen car he'd raced around the streets during a chase with police lay on its roof... he made a run for it.
He didn't get far.
Damien Roddy was arrested. The true scale of his crimes would later become clear.
A few months earlier, the 31-year-old smashed an Audi A3 into two cars. He was chased by members of the public - before pulling out a gun.
The drugs and phone found added to Roddy's misery.
He's now been jailed for six years and six months.
Police have released dramatic dash cam footage of the chase, on July 2, 2019.
(Image: GMP)
The video shows officers from GMP’s Tactical Vehicle Interception Unit speeding through residential streets as Roddy - behind the wheel of a Ford Fiesta ST - tears away.
Officers were on patrol in Chadderton, Oldham, when they spotted the car which had been reported stolen following a burglary in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire two days earlier.
The car is later seen on its roof, on Oldham Road in Failsworth, before Roddy scarpers.
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It didn't take long for officers to catch up and arrest him.
During a subsequent search of the Fiesta, cops found class A and class B drugs as well as scales, a spoon and two mobile phones.
Forensics tests confirmed Roddy was driving the Audi A3 during two smashes on March 11.
That evening, at around 7.30pm, he careered into a Volkswagon Polo on Hollinwood Avenue, Chadderton, injuring the driver.
(Image: GMP)
Just 200 yards away, Roddy crashed into a Citreon Berlingo. Forunately in that case, nobody was hurt.
Roddy ran off, but was chased.
He pulled out a gun, made threats, and fled.
Roddy, of Kirkby Avenue, Manchester, pleaded guilty to dangerous driving; p ossession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear; p ossession with intent to supply a controlled drug of class A; p ossession with intent to supply a controlled drug of class B; p ossession of a class A drug; possession of a class B drug; two counts of p ossession of a controlled drug of class A; p ossession of a controlled drug of class B; b eing concerned in the supply of a controlled drug of class; and eing concerned in the supply of a controlled drug of class B
At Minshull Street Crown Court, he was also disqualified from driving for seven years and three months.
(Image: GMP)
"Detective Constable Craig Bowring, of GMP’s Oldham District CID, said: “Roddy put members of the public at serious risk during the incidents in March and July last year.
“He caused three collisions as well as several near misses as he drove the Fiesta through Failsworth, the wrong way around a roundabout, through red lights and on the wrong side of the road.
"He didn’t even have a full UK driving licence or insurance. The dash cam footage proves that Roddy had no regard for other road users or pedestrians and it is lucky no one was seriously injured.
“He also left innocent members of the public fearing for their lives when he produced a handgun and made threats as they tried to apprehend him.
“I hope today’s sentence reassure members of the public that Greater Manchester Police work hard to bring criminals to justice and carry out extensive enquiries to link them to any other crimes they have committed.
"I also hope it serves as a warning to offenders that this type of behaviour won’t be tolerated on the streets of Greater Manchester.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Man City boss Guardiola explains why Liverpool are so difficult to beat

Pep Guardiola has spent more time thinking about how to beat Jurgen Klopp 's Liverpool than any other opposition in his career .
Manchester City and Liverpool have been comfortably the best two teams in the Premier League over the last two years , with the Blues becoming the first team in a decade to retain the title in 2019 before being blown away by their Merseyside rivals this season .
There may be friction between the clubs away from the pitch - there was surprise at the Etihad that Liverpool tried to involve themselves in the Champions League hearing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ given they had already qualified for next season 's competition - but on it there is immense respect between the two coaches .
Of the many battles that Guardiola has had during a coaching career spanning more than a decade , he views Klopp 's Liverpool as the toughest .
`` The toughest opponent I 've ever faced in my career is this Liverpool from last year and this one , '' Guardiola told DAZN .
`` If you let yourself be dominated , they lock you in the area and you ca @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 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 . ''
Guardiola 's rivalry with Klopp has largely been done on the grass rather than in press conferences , making it less explosive than previous challenges with Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid .
City 's coach also believes that the lower profile of Liverpool @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in 2016 has made them a tougher rival because of the dramatic improvement they have shown to match and then move past the Blues .
`` I have always said that Real Madrid are a very strong team in my career , they helped me to become a better coach with tough matches and competitions with Jose Mourinho , [ Manuel ] Pellegrini and all the coaches they had , '' Guardiola added .
`` If you ask me which has been the most difficult rival for me to face , it has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I arrived in England , Liverpool were a bit weaker than now and Real Madrid were stronger .
Now , this Liverpool are the hardest I have come across in my coaching career . ''

Pep Guardiola has spent more time thinking about how to beat Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool than any other opposition in his career.
Manchester City and Liverpool have been comfortably the best two teams in the Premier League over the last two years, with the Blues becoming the first team in a decade to retain the title in 2019 before being blown away by their Merseyside rivals this season.
There may be friction between the clubs away from the pitch - there was surprise at the Etihad that Liverpool tried to involve themselves in the Champions League hearing at the Court of Arbitration for Sport given they had already qualified for next season's competition - but on it there is immense respect between the two coaches.
Of the many battles that Guardiola has had during a coaching career spanning more than a decade, he views Klopp's Liverpool as the toughest.
"The toughest opponent I've ever faced in my career is this Liverpool from last year and this one," Guardiola told DAZN.
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"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."
Guardiola's rivalry with Klopp has largely been done on the grass rather than in press conferences, making it less explosive than previous challenges with Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid.
City's coach also believes that the lower profile of Liverpool when he took over at the Etihad in 2016 has made them a tougher rival because of the dramatic improvement they have shown to match and then move past the Blues.
"I have always said that Real Madrid are a very strong team in my career, they helped me to become a better coach with tough matches and competitions with Jose Mourinho, [Manuel] Pellegrini and all the coaches they had," Guardiola added.
"If you ask me which has been the most difficult rival for me to face, it has been Liverpool. The first years when I arrived in England, Liverpool were a bit weaker than now and Real Madrid were stronger. Now, this Liverpool are the hardest I have come across in my coaching career."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Manchester United and Man City fans suffer setback over stadium return plans

Football fans have suffered a setback in their hopes of returning to matches from October .
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said earlier this month that spectators might be able to return to stadiums in England from October .
Some sports , including football and cricket , have already resumed behind closed doors after the Covid-19 lockdown .
And the PM said earlier this month that a number of test events would take place from August 1 but any stadium reopenings would be subject to coronavirus guidelines .
`` We will pilot larger gatherings in venues like sports stadiums with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ autumn , '' Johnson said on July 17 .
`` From October , we intend to bring back audiences in stadiums .
`` Again , these changes must be done in a Covid-secure way , subject to the successful outcome of pilots . ''
However , on Friday afternoon Mr Johnson confirmed that the three test events scheduled to take place over the coming days have all been cancelled due to an increasing number of coronavirus cases .
“ We can ’ t just ignore this evidence , ” Mr Johnson said .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ order to protect those we love , and we know measures such as these work .
We ’ re postponing those changes for at least a fortnight .
Pilots of larger crowds in sports venues and conference centres will not take place.
” In a separate statement Mr Johnson said : “ Very disappointing news that with rise in infection rates we can not press ahead with sports pilots with fans this weekend .
“ I know the huge efforts cricket , snooker & horseracing have made to welcome fans back .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ safe return asap.
” Glorious Goodwood was due to welcome 4,000 racegoers to the Chichester racecourse this weekend , while 2,500 fans were due to be allowed into cricket matches at The Oval and Edgbaston for Surrey vs Middlesex and Warwickshire vs Northamptonshire respectively .
And the Crucible was expecting up to 300 fans at each session as the Snooker World Championship got underway on Friday .
Speaking before Mr Johnson 's statement on Friday , Premier League chief executive Richard Masters said : “ The Premier League returns to action on September @ @ @ @ @ @ @ any other .
Yes , the transfers and rumours will still happen , but behind the scenes the game is working tirelessly to innovate and find a way forward that allows for the return of match-going fans and provide a boost to the whole game ’ s economic viability in these challenging times .
“ Getting fans back in our grounds , in a responsible manner , is a big part of that .
The Premier League is committed to making it happen and I can ’ t wait to be back sitting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fans driving on their players and seeing the impact they have on their team .
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Football fans have suffered a setback in their hopes of returning to matches from October.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said earlier this month that spectators might be able to return to stadiums in England from October.
Some sports, including football and cricket, have already resumed behind closed doors after the Covid-19 lockdown.
And the PM said earlier this month that a number of test events would take place from August 1 but any stadium reopenings would be subject to coronavirus guidelines.
"We will pilot larger gatherings in venues like sports stadiums with a view to a wider reopening in the autumn," Johnson said on July 17. "From October, we intend to bring back audiences in stadiums.
"Again, these changes must be done in a Covid-secure way, subject to the successful outcome of pilots."
However, on Friday afternoon Mr Johnson confirmed that the three test events scheduled to take place over the coming days have all been cancelled due to an increasing number of coronavirus cases.
“We can’t just ignore this evidence,” Mr Johnson said. “We have to act rapidly in order to protect those we love, and we know measures such as these work. We’re postponing those changes for at least a fortnight. Pilots of larger crowds in sports venues and conference centres will not take place.”
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In a separate statement Mr Johnson said: “Very disappointing news that with rise in infection rates we cannot press ahead with sports pilots with fans this weekend.
“I know the huge efforts cricket, snooker & horseracing have made to welcome fans back. We’ll keep working together on their safe return asap.”
Glorious Goodwood was due to welcome 4,000 racegoers to the Chichester racecourse this weekend, while 2,500 fans were due to be allowed into cricket matches at The Oval and Edgbaston for Surrey vs Middlesex and Warwickshire vs Northamptonshire respectively.
And the Crucible was expecting up to 300 fans at each session as the Snooker World Championship got underway on Friday.
Speaking before Mr Johnson's statement on Friday, Premier League chief executive Richard Masters said: “The Premier League returns to action on September 12.
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“This pre-season is unlike any other. Yes, the transfers and rumours will still happen, but behind the scenes the game is working tirelessly to innovate and find a way forward that allows for the return of match-going fans and provide a boost to the whole game’s economic viability in these challenging times.
“Getting fans back in our grounds, in a responsible manner, is a big part of that. The Premier League is committed to making it happen and I can’t wait to be back sitting in a ground, listening to the fans driving on their players and seeing the impact they have on their team.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Coronation Street can keep filming despite sudden Greater Manchester lockdown

Cameras will continue rolling on Coronation Street after sudden new lockdown restrictions were introduced in Greater Manchester .
The show has confirmed that as the restrictions in the region don ’ t affect the workplace , and with health and safety measures already in place that are working well on the set at Trafford Wharf , it wo n't bring any changes to how they are currently filming .
`` We continue to maintain our health and safety protocols to ensure everyone can work safely , '' a soap spokesperson told us .
The Coronation Street cast and crew made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ following the UK lockdown in March .
Bosses explained the measures the long-running ITV soap had taken to ensure it would n't leave our screens for the first time in 60 years amid the coronavirus pandemic .
During lockdown Corrie has been screened three times a a week instead of six .
Hugging and kissing scenes are now banned because of social distancing as well as non-essential use of props and a colour coordinated one-way system has been installed on the set .
The number of people working in the studio has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' Cast and crew have their temperature taken as they arrive on set and location filming has been shelved indefinitely .
Producer Iain McLeod explained that while they 've banned characters from hugging and kissing because of COVID-19 , they 've 'carefully crafted ' scenes so that the romance between characters is expressed verbally instead .
Since last Friday viewers have seen new scenes , filmed after lockdown , which have incorporated COVID-19 into day-to-day living on the street .
Viewers have seen a one-way system in the Rovers Return , video calling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to visit the corner shop and characters paying homage to the NHS .
The show also screened the world 's first socially distanced stunt involving Gary Windass and Sarah Barlow .
It appeared that Gary pushed Sarah out of the path of a car but really they were two metres apart .

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Cameras will continue rolling on Coronation Street after sudden new lockdown restrictions were introduced in Greater Manchester.
The show has confirmed that as the restrictions in the region don’t affect the workplace, and with health and safety measures already in place that are working well on the set at Trafford Wharf, it won't bring any changes to how they are currently filming.
"We continue to maintain our health and safety protocols to ensure everyone can work safely," a soap spokesperson told us.
The Coronation Street cast and crew made an emotional return to work last month following the UK lockdown in March.
Bosses explained the measures the long-running ITV soap had taken to ensure it wouldn't leave our screens for the first time in 60 years amid the coronavirus pandemic.
During lockdown Corrie has been screened three times a a week instead of six.
Hugging and kissing scenes are now banned because of social distancing as well as non-essential use of props and a colour coordinated one-way system has been installed on the set.
(Image: ITV/Coronation Street)
The number of people working in the studio has been stripped back to the 'absolute minimum.'
Cast and crew have their temperature taken as they arrive on set and location filming has been shelved indefinitely.
Producer Iain McLeod explained that while they've banned characters from hugging and kissing because of COVID-19, they've 'carefully crafted' scenes so that the romance between characters is expressed verbally instead.
Since last Friday viewers have seen new scenes, filmed after lockdown, which have incorporated COVID-19 into day-to-day living on the street.
Viewers have seen a one-way system in the Rovers Return, video calling, Sally Metcalfe wearing washing up gloves to visit the corner shop and characters paying homage to the NHS.
The show also screened the world's first socially distanced stunt involving Gary Windass and Sarah Barlow.
It appeared that Gary pushed Sarah out of the path of a car but really they were two metres apart.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--How casinos, bowling alleys and ice rinks are affected by lockdown changes

On August 1 , more easing of lockdown measures in England was expected to take place .
Those relaxations have now been scrapped due to a rise in coronavirus cases .
While Greater Manchester , parts of east Lancashire and West Yorkshire will face the re-introduction of strict measures , other plans for easing lockdown elsewhere will also not take place .
Bowling alleys , ice skating rinks and casinos were among the places to reopen from Saturday ( August 1 ) .
Wedding receptions were set to be allowed to go ahead .
But Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'at least a fortnight ' - which takes us to August 15 .
He said in a Downing Street press briefing on Friday : `` With those numbers creeping up , our assessment is that we should squeeze that brake pedal… in order to keep the virus under control .
`` On Saturday August 1 , you 'll remember we had hoped to reopen a number of the higher-risk settings that had remained closed and today I 'm saying we ’ re postponing those changes for at least a fortnight .
`` That @ @ @ @ @ @ @ casinos , bowling alleys , skating rinks and the remaining close-contact services must remain closed .
`` Indoor performances will not resume , pilots of larger gatherings in sports venues and conference centres will not take place , and wedding receptions of up to 30 people will not be permitted . ''
Mr Johnson added : `` I know that the steps we are taking will be a real blow to many people , to everyone whose wedding plans have been disrupted or who can not now celebrate Eid in the way that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'm really , really sorry about that but we can not simply take the risk . ''
Face masks rules will also change next week with more places facing the mandatory face covering rule .

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On August 1, more easing of lockdown measures in England was expected to take place.
Those relaxations have now been scrapped due to a rise in coronavirus cases.
While Greater Manchester, parts of east Lancashire and West Yorkshire will face the re-introduction of strict measures, other plans for easing lockdown elsewhere will also not take place.
Bowling alleys, ice skating rinks and casinos were among the places to reopen from Saturday (August 1).
Wedding receptions were set to be allowed to go ahead.
But Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced easing measures set to be delayed for 'at least a fortnight' - which takes us to August 15.
He said in a Downing Street press briefing on Friday: "With those numbers creeping up, our assessment is that we should squeeze that brake pedal… in order to keep the virus under control.
"On Saturday August 1, you'll remember we had hoped to reopen a number of the higher-risk settings that had remained closed and today I'm saying we’re postponing those changes for at least a fortnight.
"That means until August 15 at the earliest casinos, bowling alleys, skating rinks and the remaining close-contact services must remain closed.
"Indoor performances will not resume, pilots of larger gatherings in sports venues and conference centres will not take place, and wedding receptions of up to 30 people will not be permitted."
Mr Johnson added: "I know that the steps we are taking will be a real blow to many people, to everyone whose wedding plans have been disrupted or who cannot now celebrate Eid in the way that they would wish.
"And I'm really, really sorry about that but we cannot simply take the risk."
Face masks rules will also change next week with more places facing the mandatory face covering rule.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--All Bury restaurants offering half price in Eat Out to Help Out

The government has revealed details of restaurants across Britain that have signed up to the Eat Out to Help Out scheme .
By July 29 41,593 businesses plus dozens of chains have signed up to the discount offering 50pc off meals each week from Monday to Wednesday throughout August .
In Bury , 95 businesses have already signed up to the scheme - that works out as one restaurant in the scheme per 2,010 people living in the area .
New local lockdown restrictions which came into force on Friday still allow people to eat out but only with members @ @ @ @ @ @ @ big name chains like McDonald ’ s , Weatherspoons and Costa that have also signed up and have multiple branches in the area ( you can see the full list of chains here ) .
You can search on the HMRC website for the signed-up restaurants closest to you or check out our list below to see whether any of your favourites have signed up .
The Eat Out to Help Out Scheme offers 50pc off food and non-alcoholic drinks up to a total value of £10 per person if you eat or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Monday , Tuesday and Wednesday between August 3 and 31 .
You can benefit from the scheme as many times as you like over the period .
You don ’ t need a voucher and you can still use other offers and discounts .
There is no minimum spend .
Alcoholic drinks and service charges are excluded from the offer .
The Same Yet Inn

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The government has revealed details of restaurants across Britain that have signed up to the Eat Out to Help Out scheme.
By July 29 41,593 businesses plus dozens of chains have signed up to the discount offering 50pc off meals each week from Monday to Wednesday throughout August.
In Bury, 95 businesses have already signed up to the scheme - that works out as one restaurant in the scheme per 2,010 people living in the area.
New local lockdown restrictions which came into force on Friday still allow people to eat out but only with members of their own household.
There are big name chains like McDonald’s, Weatherspoons and Costa that have also signed up and have multiple branches in the area (you can see the full list of chains here ).
You can search on the HMRC website for the signed-up restaurants closest to you or check out our list below to see whether any of your favourites have signed up.
The Eat Out to Help Out Scheme offers 50pc off food and non-alcoholic drinks up to a total value of £10 per person if you eat or drink in at the registered business every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday between August 3 and 31.
You can benefit from the scheme as many times as you like over the period.
You don’t need a voucher and you can still use other offers and discounts. There is no minimum spend.
Alcoholic drinks and service charges are excluded from the offer.
The full list of Bury restaurants:
DRINC
Ground Floor, 9B Bridge Street, Greater Manchester
Owens Restaurant & Bar
10 Railway Street, Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester
Baratxuri
1-3 Smithy Street, Greater Manchester
Levanter
10 Square Street, Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester
Old Mill Hotel
Springwood Street, Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester
China Cottage Ltd
40 Bolton Street, Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester
Hearth of the Ram
13 Peel Brow, Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester
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The Chocolate Cafe
2 Bolton Street, Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester
Holcombe Tap
13 Bolton Road West, Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester
Casalingo Italian Restaurant
23 Church Street, Ainsworth, Greater Manchester
Duke William Inn
Duke William Inn, Well Street, Greater Manchester
Unsy's Rotisserie Chicken Limited
1, Stopes Road, Manchester
Stables Country Club
Walshaw Road, Greater Manchester
Bolholt Residential Club Limited
Walshaw Road, Greater Manchester
Asha
294 Tottington Road, Greater Manchester
The Black Bull
8-10, Lowercroft Road, Greater Manchester
The Victoria
The Victoria Walshaw , 12-14 Hall Street , Greater Manchester
The Dungeon Inn
9 Turton Road, Tottington, Greater Manchester
Waggon and Horses
360 Bolton Road, Hawkshaw, Greater Manchester
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Ground Up
8 Market Street, Greater Manchester
Bloom Coffee Co.
6 Market Street, Greater Manchester
Katsouris Delicatessen
22-25 Market Square, Lancashire
Fresh Bites Cafe
Wyndham Block, Stall 31,32,40
Jan's Kitchen
1 Murray Road, Greater Manchester
Alison's Fresh and Tasty
3-4 princess block, Open market
Sky Bar
Unit 4, Kay Gardens
Rollers Cafe
33 The Haymarket, Greater Manchester
Bap
46 The Haymarket, Greater Manchester
Tre Amici Pizzeria
7 Broad Street, Greater Manchester
Restaurante Verona
Ground Floor and Bst, 19 Silver Street, Greater Manchester
Desi Chicken and Pizza
15-17, Bolton Street, Greater Manchester
Bake & Take
25 Central Street, Greater Manchester
Drip
1 South Street, Greater Manchester
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West Ivy
2 Rock Place, Greater Manchester
Zen Lounge
Ground Floor, 50 Bolton Street, Greater Manchester
Coffee Creations
2 Union Arcade, Greater Manchester
Quick Crepes
21 Minden Parade, Greater Manchester
Leckenbys Tearoom
27 Minden Parade, Greater Manchester
T&N Restaurant
21 Princess Parade, Greater Manchester
The R
Red Hall, Manchester Road, Greater Manchester
Park Farm Tearooms
206-210, Manchester Road, Greater Manchester
Al Bosco Ristorante
2 Robin Road, Greater Manchester
Eagle and Child
3 Whalley Road, Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester
(Image: staff)
The Church Inn
Castle Hill Road, Greater Manchester
H's Diner
Unit 1, Britannia Warehouse, Ormond Street, Greater Manchester
Shazia's Street Food
99-101 Rochdale Road
Ice Box
154 Heywood Street, Lancashire
Queen Anne Inn
6 Hollins Lane, Greater Manchester
The Swan and Cemetery
406 Manchester Road, Greater Manchester
Crowded House
626 Manchester Road, Greater Manchester
RiMo at Maccabi
Manchester Maccabi Club, Bury Old Rd, Greater Manchester
Pagoda Kosher Chinese Restaurant
1 Parkhill , Bury old road , Lancashire
Mozzarella
5 Kings Road, Prestwich, Greater Manchester
The Coffee Sack
3 Scholes Lane, Prestwich, Greater Manchester
TAO'S
TAO'S , 3 ROWAN PLACE
Tre Ciccio
16-18, Market Place, Greater Manchester
(Image: Tre Ciccio)
Folk
401 Bury New Road, Prestwich, Greater Manchester
The Hideaway Coffee Bar Ltd
479 Bury New Road, Prestwich, Greater Manchester
Tito's Asian Grill
453 Bury New Road, Prestwich, Greater Manchester
BNR Kitchen - Istanbul Grill
458 Bury New Road, Prestwich, Greater Manchester
CROMA
30 Longfield Centre, Prestwich, Greater Manchester
Park Life Cafe
Park Life Cafe, Lakeside, Heaton Park, St Margarets Road
Park Life Cafe Stables - Heaton Park
Park Life Cafe, Stables, Heaton Park, St Margarets Road
The Same Yet Inn
145 Simister Lane, Prestwich, Greater Manchester
3bakers
5 Bury New Road, Prestwich, Greater Manchester
Chamsa Beenak
5 Bury New Road, Prestwich, Greater Manchester
Pizza Meatas
23 Bury New Road, Prestwich, Greater Manchester
Village Pantry
152 Butterstile Lane, Prestwich, Greater Manchester
Gusto Italian
4 Lloyd Street
ARMAAN
1 Outwood Road, Radcliffe, Greater Manchester
Marie’s Coffee Shop
21 Blackburn Street, Radcliffe, Greater Manchester
Beth’s
47 Blackburn Street, Radcliffe, Greater Manchester
Italia Mia
21 Stand Lane, Radcliffe, Greater Manchester
Avasarni
Avasarni 204, Dumers Lane
Chilli Pepper Restaurant
23 Church Street West, Greater Manchester
The Bridge Cafe
91 Church Street West, Radcliffe, Greater Manchester
Shahbaaz Curry Cottage
Curry Cottage, Radcliffe Moor Road, Greater Manchester
Campo Blanco
1 Moss Lane, Whitefield, Greater Manchester
One88 Kitchen & Bar
188 Bury New Road, Whitefield, Greater Manchester
Whitefield Coffee Shop
83 Park Lane, Whitefield, Greater Manchester
Nutri gains kitchen
3 Radcliffe New Road, Whitefield, Greater Manchester
Northern Crafthouse
271 Bury New Road, Whitefield, Greater Manchester


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--How the growth of R number in the UK has changed this week

The R value for coronavirus has increased slightly in the UK .
It is now between 0.8 and 0.9 - a change from 0.7 to 0.9 .
Data released on Friday ( July 31 ) also revealed the growth rate is now between minus 4 per cent to -1pc .
Last week , the rate was between minus 5pc to -1pc per day .
The figures are published by the Government Office for Science and the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies ( Sage ) .
A growth rate between -1pc to -4pc means the number of new infections is shrinking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the report said .
It added : `` However , we are starting to see early indications that these values may be increasing .
`` This is not yet reflected in these estimates because the data used to calculate R and growth rate reflect the situation from a few weeks ago . ''
Growth rates and R value estimates are provided by the scientific pandemic influenza group on modelling ( SPI-M ) , a subgroup of Sage .
They are calculated using data gathered from multiple sources , such as hospital admissions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ care unit , as well as epidemiological data .
A time delay between initial infection and the need for hospital care usually means it may take between two to three weeks for the changes in the spread of Covid-19 to be reflected in the estimates .
But models that use Covid-19 testing data , which have less of a time delay , indicate higher values for R in England , the report said .
It added : `` For this reason , Sage does not have confidence that R is currently below 1 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to see this change in transmission reflected in the R and growth rate published over the next few weeks . ''

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The R value for coronavirus has increased slightly in the UK.
It is now between 0.8 and 0.9 - a change from 0.7 to 0.9.
Data released on Friday (July 31) also revealed the growth rate is now between minus 4 per cent to -1pc.
Last week, the rate was between minus 5pc to -1pc per day.
The figures are published by the Government Office for Science and the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage).
A growth rate between -1pc to -4pc means the number of new infections is shrinking by between 1pc to 4pc every day, the report said.
(Image: PA)
It added: "However, we are starting to see early indications that these values may be increasing.
"This is not yet reflected in these estimates because the data used to calculate R and growth rate reflect the situation from a few weeks ago."
Growth rates and R value estimates are provided by the scientific pandemic influenza group on modelling (SPI-M), a subgroup of Sage.
They are calculated using data gathered from multiple sources, such as hospital admissions and deaths, admissions to the intensive care unit, as well as epidemiological data.
A time delay between initial infection and the need for hospital care usually means it may take between two to three weeks for the changes in the spread of Covid-19 to be reflected in the estimates.
But models that use Covid-19 testing data, which have less of a time delay, indicate higher values for R in England, the report said.
It added: "For this reason, Sage does not have confidence that R is currently below 1 in England.
"We would expect to see this change in transmission reflected in the R and growth rate published over the next few weeks."