themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Plan for £600m 'momentous' North Manchester General Hospital rebuild approved

A masterplan supporting the £600m 'once in a generation ' transformation of North Manchester General into a state-of-the-art ‘ health campus ’ has been approved by the city council .
The dilapidated hospital in Crumpsall - parts of which were first built in the 19th century - has suffered from ‘ chronic ’ under-investment despite serving people with some of the poorest health in the country .
But councillors have expressed hope that the rebuild , which is expected to take 10 years , will allow north Manchester to ‘ rise like a phoenix ’ and transform the lives of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ strategic regeneration framework developed by the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust sets out plans for two new hospitals offering acute and mental health care .
A wellbeing hub with meeting rooms and a community cafe is also proposed to help those who need a little more support to get well and stay healthy .
Extra training facilities would be provided for hospital staff , while also offering opportunities for local residents to learn the skills needed to get a job at the new campus .
The proposals also include a ‘ healthy neighbourhood @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and extra care accommodation , along with social housing and office space for local businesses .
Meanwhile a village green would be provided at the heart of the campus with outdoor play and fitness facilities that can be used by patients , staff , and the wider community .
Sir Michael Deegan , chief executive of the trust , said : `` Regeneration of the NMGH site is fundamental to tackling the high levels of ill-health and disability affecting local people , delivering once in a generation , transformational change . ''
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Manchester council ’ s executive on Wednesday , paving the way for further consultation with residents , businesses , hospital patients and staff , and other stakeholders .
Council leader Sir Richard Leese told the meeting that he had pointed out the crumbling Victorian buildings to Boris Johnson during a visit to the hospital last year .
The prime minister promised that North Manchester General Hospital would be rebuilt , and the hospital trust and partners has since received £54m in government funding to progress the plans .
“ It ’ s a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ absolutely transformatory not just for that part of Crumpsall , but for the whole of north Manchester and going beyond our own boundaries into Prestwich and Middleton , ” said Sir Richard .
The council leader had previously described the North Manchester General Hospital revamp as a 'key pillar ' of the city ’ s post-Covid-19 recovery .
Harpurhey councillor Pat Karney said the council was determined and dedicated to make the ‘ momentous ’ plan a reality for communities struggling with ‘ deep-rooted ’ deprivation caused by years of austerity .
Children @ @ @ @ @ @ @ live five years less than those born elsewhere in the UK .
Life expectancy is below 60 years for both men and women , who live nine fewer years in good health than the England average .
“ For many of us this is personal , this hospital has been there at momentous moments in all our lives , ” said Coun Karney .
“ We look forward , as councillors and residents of north Manchester , to the rebirth of our area .
“ We will rise like a phoenix , starting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in our area .
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A masterplan supporting the £600m 'once in a generation' transformation of North Manchester General into a state-of-the-art ‘health campus’ has been approved by the city council.
The dilapidated hospital in Crumpsall - parts of which were first built in the 19th century - has suffered from ‘chronic’ under-investment despite serving people with some of the poorest health in the country.
But councillors have expressed hope that the rebuild, which is expected to take 10 years, will allow north Manchester to ‘rise like a phoenix’ and transform the lives of those who live there.
The draft strategic regeneration framework developed by the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust sets out plans for two new hospitals offering acute and mental health care.
A wellbeing hub with meeting rooms and a community cafe is also proposed to help those who need a little more support to get well and stay healthy.
Extra training facilities would be provided for hospital staff, while also offering opportunities for local residents to learn the skills needed to get a job at the new campus.
The proposals also include a ‘healthy neighbourhood’, which will include key worker and extra care accommodation, along with social housing and office space for local businesses.
Meanwhile a village green would be provided at the heart of the campus with outdoor play and fitness facilities that can be used by patients, staff, and the wider community.
Sir Michael Deegan, chief executive of the trust, said: "Regeneration of the NMGH site is fundamental to tackling the high levels of ill-health and disability affecting local people, delivering once in a generation, transformational change."
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The strategic regeneration framework was unanimously endorsed by Manchester council’s executive on Wednesday, paving the way for further consultation with residents, businesses, hospital patients and staff, and other stakeholders.
Council leader Sir Richard Leese told the meeting that he had pointed out the crumbling Victorian buildings to Boris Johnson during a visit to the hospital last year.
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The prime minister promised that North Manchester General Hospital would be rebuilt, and the hospital trust and partners has since received £54m in government funding to progress the plans.
“It’s a phenomenal proposal and one that will be absolutely transformatory not just for that part of Crumpsall, but for the whole of north Manchester and going beyond our own boundaries into Prestwich and Middleton,” said Sir Richard.
The council leader had previously described the North Manchester General Hospital revamp as a 'key pillar' of the city’s post-Covid-19 recovery.
Harpurhey councillor Pat Karney said the council was determined and dedicated to make the ‘momentous’ plan a reality for communities struggling with ‘deep-rooted’ deprivation caused by years of austerity.
Children born in north Manchester can expect to live five years less than those born elsewhere in the UK.
Life expectancy is below 60 years for both men and women, who live nine fewer years in good health than the England average.
“For many of us this is personal, this hospital has been there at momentous moments in all our lives,” said Coun Karney.
(Image: Andrew Gentry)
“We look forward, as councillors and residents of north Manchester, to the rebirth of our area.
“We will rise like a phoenix, starting today with this phenomenal and momentous investment in our area.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Tesco shoppers furious after discovering Christmas shopping 'fail' online

It 's no secret that Christmas shopping this year will look a little different - and for some , that includes the food shopping .
With many people forced to stay at home to self-isolate , look after relatives or with some just too busy to even think about a trip to the supermarket , demand for Christmas food delivery slots is high .
As a result , many people have found it virtually impossible to book themselves a slot in time for the festive period - and some Tesco shoppers are seriously annoyed .
Tesco opened slots at 7am @ @ @ @ @ @ @ those who have delivery saver , but even with all the extra help the supermarket struggled to keep up with customers .
At 8am Tesco Tweeted : `` A lot of people are using our website and app at the moment .
So we 're temporarily using a virtual waiting room to help manage the flow . ''
At 8:30am , Tesco site was so busy people were struggling to even log on , reports the Mirror .
A message to people trying to shop read : `` You are currently in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as soon as we can .
`` Our website is really busy right now , we 're temporarily limiting the number of people using it .
`` Please wait and keep the website open and you 'll be put through automatically .
We 're sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience . ''
And people have been stuck for hours at this point .
Holly Tweeted : `` Tesco i ’ ve been waiting in your online queue for nearly 2 hours , to book my Christmas slot as a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be my birthday & I ’ d actually like to get on & enjoy my day ... ... .. '' Jamie added : `` Peak 2020 - trying to get a Christmas delivery slot from @ Tesco like you 're trying to get tickets for Glastonbury . ''
Tom wrote : `` Just wondering how long is normal to spend waiting to book a Christmas delivery slot with @ Tesco ?
I 've been staring at this ideal Christmas lunch now since 7am .
At this rate it 'll be Christmas before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` Waiting for @ Tesco Christmas Delivery slots has turned me into a psychopath , praying on millions of people giving up and having to take the kids to school , letting me slip in ... '' But not everyone was having problems .
One person commented : `` Do n't know why everyone is crying about the online queue for # Tesco , I waited for less than 10 minutes , then booked the two slots I wanted and within minutes I 'd checked out ?
Whether everything I order for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no issues !
@ Tesco `` Elaine also got through - though it took her a little longer : `` Most stressful thing of the day - finally got the Tesco Christmas delivery slot booked .
Only one hour and 40minutes after it opened . ''
Nathan said that while he struggled , his dad had no issues .
`` Anyone else been trying to get a @ Tesco Christmas delivery slot this morning ?
I ’ m intrigued to know how the “ queuing ” system works , '' he Tweeted .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ not in !
My Dad tries at 08:10 and gets in at 08:24 .
I 'queued ' for 2 bloody hours . ''
Even some of the people who did get through found problems .
Louis e Tweeted : `` I have my slot for 22nd December but it keeps throwing me out of the payment page error message . ''
Tesco replied : `` Sorry , there ’ s currently an issue on our website .
We ’ re busy fixing it right now and hope this doesn ’ t cause you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and try again later .
Thank you for your patience . ''
And for some , it was time to switch supermarkets .
One person Tweeted : `` I booked mine !
... With Morrisons !
Have NEVER been able to get a delivery slot with Tesco ( where I used to shop regularly before April ) so I went over to Morrisons .
`` Loads of slots and lots of yummy looking Christmas food .
Our order is done and dusted ! ''
A Tesco spokeswoman told Mirror Money : `` Demand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is high , and we have more slots this Christmas than ever before .
We are experiencing high volumes of traffic to our website and Groceries app and are temporarily limiting the number of customers using it .
`` We ’ re sorry for any inconvenience caused and would like to reassure customers that there are still slots available for both home delivery and Click & Collect over the Christmas period .
”

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It's no secret that Christmas shopping this year will look a little different - and for some, that includes the food shopping.
With many people forced to stay at home to self-isolate, look after relatives or with some just too busy to even think about a trip to the supermarket, demand for Christmas food delivery slots is high.
As a result, many people have found it virtually impossible to book themselves a slot in time for the festive period - and some Tesco shoppers are seriously annoyed.
Tesco opened slots at 7am, Friday, for Christmas slots to those who have delivery saver, but even with all the extra help the supermarket struggled to keep up with customers.
At 8am Tesco Tweeted: "A lot of people are using our website and app at the moment. So we're temporarily using a virtual waiting room to help manage the flow."
At 8:30am, Tesco site was so busy people were struggling to even log on, reports the Mirror.
A message to people trying to shop read: "You are currently in a queue - we'll put you through as soon as we can.
"Our website is really busy right now, we're temporarily limiting the number of people using it.
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"Please wait and keep the website open and you'll be put through automatically. We're sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience."
And people have been stuck for hours at this point.
Holly Tweeted: " Tesco i’ve been waiting in your online queue for nearly 2 hours, to book my Christmas slot as a delivery saver customer. It also happens to be my birthday & I’d actually like to get on & enjoy my day........"
Jamie added: "Peak 2020 - trying to get a Christmas delivery slot from @Tesco like you're trying to get tickets for Glastonbury."
Tom wrote: "Just wondering how long is normal to spend waiting to book a Christmas delivery slot with @Tesco? I've been staring at this ideal Christmas lunch now since 7am. At this rate it'll be Christmas before I get in!"
Rich said: "Waiting for @Tesco Christmas Delivery slots has turned me into a psychopath, praying on millions of people giving up and having to take the kids to school, letting me slip in..."
But not everyone was having problems.
One person commented: "Don't know why everyone is crying about the online queue for #Tesco, I waited for less than 10 minutes, then booked the two slots I wanted and within minutes I'd checked out? Whether everything I order for Christmas delivery arrives is another matter but no issues! @Tesco "
Elaine also got through - though it took her a little longer: "Most stressful thing of the day - finally got the Tesco Christmas delivery slot booked. Only one hour and 40minutes after it opened."
Nathan said that while he struggled, his dad had no issues.
"Anyone else been trying to get a @Tesco Christmas delivery slot this morning? I’m intrigued to know how the “queuing” system works," he Tweeted.
"Started 'queueing at 06:48, still not in! My Dad tries at 08:10 and gets in at 08:24. I 'queued' for 2 bloody hours."
Even some of the people who did get through found problems.
Louis e Tweeted: "I have my slot for 22nd December but it keeps throwing me out of the payment page error message."
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Tesco replied: "Sorry, there’s currently an issue on our website. We’re busy fixing it right now and hope this doesn’t cause you too much inconvenience. Please come back and try again later. Thank you for your patience."
And for some, it was time to switch supermarkets.
One person Tweeted: "I booked mine!... With Morrisons! Have NEVER been able to get a delivery slot with Tesco (where I used to shop regularly before April) so I went over to Morrisons.
"Loads of slots and lots of yummy looking Christmas food. Our order is done and dusted!"
A Tesco spokeswoman told Mirror Money: "Demand for online slots over the festive period is high, and we have more slots this Christmas than ever before. We are experiencing high volumes of traffic to our website and Groceries app and are temporarily limiting the number of customers using it.
"We’re sorry for any inconvenience caused and would like to reassure customers that there are still slots available for both home delivery and Click & Collect over the Christmas period.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Figures show 95 GMP officers have tested positive for Covid-19 since March

New figures reveal 95 police officers from Greater Manchester Police have tested positive for Covid-19 since the pandemic began .
Nationally , forces have revealed more than 800 have tested positive .
Data obtained through Freedom of Information requests show 849 officers across 24 of the UK 's 45 forces have tested positive for coronavirus .
The Police Federation , which represents rank-and-file officers , said officers across the country were in 'constant worry ' when faced with offenders who could spit , bite and cough .
Last weekend Greater Manchester Police was forced to police a gathering of hundreds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Piccadilly Gardens .
The Manchester Evening News revealed last week that just under 1,000 GMP staff are off work due to the virus .
A new figure showed 9.2 per cent of the force 's 10,800 strong workforce were at home due to having symptoms or because they are self-isolating .
Some GMP staff have been advised to wear face masks at work - including those working in call centres .
Force bosses said the health and wellbeing of staff was taken extremely seriously and a 'comprehensive and robust ' track and trace @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Buildings have been made Covid secure , they said , and national police guidance over personal protective equipment has been followed .
The new data was obtained through FOI requests by the Press Association news agency 's RADAR service .
The figures include 228 officers from Police Scotland and 101 from West Midlands Police .
At Merseyside Police , where Chief Constable Andy Cooke tested positive in March , 62 officers have contracted the virus .
The figures do not include the Metropolitan Police , which is yet to responded to the FOI @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forces that did not provide the information .
Forces that responded did so between October 6 and November 6 , so case numbers now could be even higher .
In August , the National Police Chiefs ' Council and College of Policing issued new guidance to forces on the use of personal protective equipment .
Advice was also given on social distancing and enhanced hygiene measures , but it was accepted that maintaining a two-metre distance was not always possible .
John Apter , chairman of the Police Federation , said it was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ virus given the nature of their work .
He added : `` As well as the danger of contracting the virus , policing the pandemic is also taking a toll on the mental health and wellbeing of officers as they continue to work 12-hour shifts and have rest days cancelled to help protect the public at this difficult time .
`` There is also the constant worry of bringing the virus home to their loved ones , which is exacerbated when they deal with offenders who weaponise the virus by spitting , biting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unacceptable .
`` People need to realise that behind the uniform , officers are mothers , fathers , sons and daughters . ''
Mr Apter urged the public 'not to give up now , on suppressing the virus and to follow latest guidelines to reduce its spread .
The National Police Chiefs ' Council also urged the public to follow regulations .
Chairman Martin Hewitt said : `` Whilst demand levels remain high we are well-prepared to respond to any crime or other issues that arise . ''
Aside from the 24 police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 37 officers had been absent due to Covid-19 , while Wiltshire Police said 134 officers had reported Covid-19-related sickness .
These figures are not included in the total of those testing positive .
Other forces have not come back with a response or refused to answer on grounds such as the protection of personal identities and intention to publish the information at a future date .
The figures show 15 officers at Cheshire Constabulary have tested positive and 55 at Lancashire Constabulary .
Ranks have not been revealed .

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New figures reveal 95 police officers from Greater Manchester Police have tested positive for Covid-19 since the pandemic began.
Nationally, forces have revealed more than 800 have tested positive.
Data obtained through Freedom of Information requests show 849 officers across 24 of the UK's 45 forces have tested positive for coronavirus.
The Police Federation, which represents rank-and-file officers, said officers across the country were in 'constant worry' when faced with offenders who could spit, bite and cough.
Last weekend Greater Manchester Police was forced to police a gathering of hundreds protesting over the new national lockdown at Piccadilly Gardens.
Arrests were made, officers injured and fines issued.
The Manchester Evening News revealed last week that just under 1,000 GMP staff are off work due to the virus.
A new figure showed 9.2 per cent of the force's 10,800 strong workforce were at home due to having symptoms or because they are self-isolating.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Some GMP staff have been advised to wear face masks at work - including those working in call centres.
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Force bosses said the health and wellbeing of staff was taken extremely seriously and a 'comprehensive and robust' track and trace system was in place within GMP.
Buildings have been made Covid secure, they said, and national police guidance over personal protective equipment has been followed.
The new data was obtained through FOI requests by the Press Association news agency's RADAR service.
(Image: Getty Images)
The figures include 228 officers from Police Scotland and 101 from West Midlands Police.
At Merseyside Police, where Chief Constable Andy Cooke tested positive in March, 62 officers have contracted the virus.
The figures do not include the Metropolitan Police, which is yet to responded to the FOI request submitted in September, and 20 forces that did not provide the information.
Forces that responded did so between October 6 and November 6, so case numbers now could be even higher.
In August, the National Police Chiefs' Council and College of Policing issued new guidance to forces on the use of personal protective equipment.
(Image: Getty Images)
Advice was also given on social distancing and enhanced hygiene measures, but it was accepted that maintaining a two-metre distance was not always possible.
John Apter, chairman of the Police Federation, said it was 'inevitable' some officers would catch the virus given the nature of their work.
He added: "As well as the danger of contracting the virus, policing the pandemic is also taking a toll on the mental health and wellbeing of officers as they continue to work 12-hour shifts and have rest days cancelled to help protect the public at this difficult time.
"There is also the constant worry of bringing the virus home to their loved ones, which is exacerbated when they deal with offenders who weaponise the virus by spitting, biting and coughing - which is disgusting and unacceptable.
(Image: Getty Images)
"People need to realise that behind the uniform, officers are mothers, fathers, sons and daughters."
Mr Apter urged the public 'not to give up now, on suppressing the virus and to follow latest guidelines to reduce its spread.
The National Police Chiefs' Council also urged the public to follow regulations.
Chairman Martin Hewitt said: "Whilst demand levels remain high we are well-prepared to respond to any crime or other issues that arise."
Aside from the 24 police forces that responded, Durham Constabulary said 37 officers had been absent due to Covid-19, while Wiltshire Police said 134 officers had reported Covid-19-related sickness.
These figures are not included in the total of those testing positive.
Other forces have not come back with a response or refused to answer on grounds such as the protection of personal identities and intention to publish the information at a future date.
The figures show 15 officers at Cheshire Constabulary have tested positive and 55 at Lancashire Constabulary.
Ranks have not been revealed.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Two men seriously injured after car crashes into wall during police chase

Two men were seriously injured when the car they were in smashed into a wall during a police chase in Stockport .
The Toyota crashed on Hall Moss Lane in Bramhall just before 4am on Friday ( November 13 ) .
The vehicle was being followed by officers from Cheshire Police at the time .
Paramedics raced to the scene at around 3.48am .
Photos from the showed the road still taped off at 10am .
The incident has been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct ( IOPC ) .
An investigation has been launched , a spokesman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have begun an investigation after two people were seriously injured in a collision following a pursuit involving Cheshire Police early today , '' he added .
`` We understand that at around 4am a Toyota car lost control and hit a wall in Hall Moss Lane , Bramhall , Stockport .
The driver and a passenger , both male , were taken to hospital after one of them was treated at the scene by paramedics .
`` After we were notified by police , we sent investigators to the scene of the collision @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to begin gathering information .
We declared an independent investigation shortly after 6am . ''
A spokeswoman for the North West Ambulance Service said : `` We got a call at 3.48am following a road traffic collision .
`` We had two patients , who were both males .
`` We sent quite a few resources .
One of the patients was a major trauma patient .
He was taken to the Manchester Royal Infirmary .
`` Another patient was taken to Stepping Hill .
One of the patients had serious multiple trauma @ @ @ @ @ @ @ injury . ''
A spokeswoman for Cheshire Police said : `` At around 3.40am on Friday 13 November a white Toyota Yaris came to the attention of officers in the Handforth area .
`` A short pursuit was carried out and the vehicle was subsequently involved in a collision with a wall on Hall Moss Lane , in Bramhall , Stockport .
`` The two occupants of the vehicle , both male , sustained serious injuries and were taken to hospital .
`` In line with normal procedures the Independent Office for Police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the incident and they have now begun an independent investigation . ''

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Two men were seriously injured when the car they were in smashed into a wall during a police chase in Stockport.
The Toyota crashed on Hall Moss Lane in Bramhall just before 4am on Friday (November 13).
The vehicle was being followed by officers from Cheshire Police at the time.
Paramedics raced to the scene at around 3.48am.
Photos from the showed the road still taped off at 10am.
The incident has been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
An investigation has been launched, a spokesman for the IOPC said.
"We have begun an investigation after two people were seriously injured in a collision following a pursuit involving Cheshire Police early today," he added.
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"We understand that at around 4am a Toyota car lost control and hit a wall in Hall Moss Lane, Bramhall, Stockport. The driver and a passenger, both male, were taken to hospital after one of them was treated at the scene by paramedics.
"After we were notified by police, we sent investigators to the scene of the collision and to the police post incident procedure to begin gathering information. We declared an independent investigation shortly after 6am."
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
A spokeswoman for the North West Ambulance Service said: "We got a call at 3.48am following a road traffic collision.
"We had two patients, who were both males.
"We sent quite a few resources. One of the patients was a major trauma patient. He was taken to the Manchester Royal Infirmary.
"Another patient was taken to Stepping Hill. One of the patients had serious multiple trauma injuries, the other had a leg injury."
A spokeswoman for Cheshire Police said: "At around 3.40am on Friday 13 November a white Toyota Yaris came to the attention of officers in the Handforth area.
"A short pursuit was carried out and the vehicle was subsequently involved in a collision with a wall on Hall Moss Lane, in Bramhall, Stockport.
"The two occupants of the vehicle, both male, sustained serious injuries and were taken to hospital.
"In line with normal procedures the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has been notified of the incident and they have now begun an independent investigation."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--The lessons Liverpool might learn from Man City to deal with injury crisis

When Manchester City defended their Premier League title in 2018/19 , they had to do so for most of the season without talisman Kevin De Bruyne .
A year later , having successfully retained the title , City had lost influential captain Vincent Kompany and a long-term injury to Aymeric Laporte was a key factor in the failure to win the league for a third year in a row .
Of course , Liverpool 's brilliance last season would have made it incredibly difficult for City to keep up , even if they had been at full strength .
Part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's men was built from a solid defensive unit led by Virgil Van Dijk .
This season , Van Dijk is unfortunately out for much of the season , and was this week joined on the long-term injury list by centre-back partner Joe Gomez .
As Pep Guardiola himself has said , City would prefer for Van Dijk ( and now Gomez ) to be fit and playing , for the good of the Premier League .
The recent meeting between the sides was poorer for Van Dijk 's absence .
City have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but none as important or long-term as Liverpool 's new crisis .
But that 's not to say City have n't gone through a similar dilemma , and Liverpool can learn from how Guardiola dealt with Laporte and De Bruyne 's absences in recent years .
First , when De Bruyne was absent in 2018/19 , Guardiola was able to rotate his fit midfielders and adapt City 's approach to suit the players he had .
There is no use trying to get a player like Bernardo Silva or Ilkay Gundogan to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ managed to adapt a system to the players he had .
A year later , that was more difficult when Laporte was injured , and the situation was n't helped by further injuries to the likes of John Stones and Nicolas Otamendi .
Manchester City players are now on international duty after taking on Liverpool in the biggest match of the season so far .
The visitors went ahead early through Mo Salah 's penalty , but Gabriel Jesus ' sublime turn and finish brought City level .
Kevin De Bruyne 's missed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ points , but the match ended in a high-quality 1-1 draw .
City have a two-week break with many of their stars heading off to play for their countries - we 'll be keeping tabs on how they all perform , and on preparations for their next Premier League match at Tottenham .
For all the latest City news delivered straight to your inbox , sign up to our daily newsletter by submitting your email address in the sign-up box above , or click here - it 's free and it only takes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fernandinho proved to be the stable presence required at the back , and Liverpool have an equivalent in Fabinho .
When he returns from his own injury , a long-term move back to defence will offer Liverpool some consistency at the back , just as compatriot Fernandinho did at the Etihad .
Then , Guardiola relied more and more on youngster Eric Garcia , with Nat Phillips seemingly an equivalent talented youngster in the Anfield ranks who impressed when stepping up before the international break .
With Joel Matip capable as well , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the absence of their first-choice pairing .
Liverpool would n't need any further encouragement to try and focus more on attack to take the pressure off the defence , as City did on occasions , but one thing they will benefit from more than anything is a consistent formation and approach to give the new-look back line time to gel .
Then there are the lessons Liverpool can take from what City did n't do last season - dip into the January transfer market .
City , with Aymeric Laporte coming back towards @ @ @ @ @ @ @ signing a Kompany replacement in the winter transfer window .
Liverpool might see a benefit of signing a centre-back specialist - potentially ahead of schedule - to provide some fresh legs and quality at the back .
By the time Laporte was back , the league was gone for City - and Liverpool wo n't want that to happen themselves this year .
After all , this is a brilliant squad with a brilliant manager , who do n't deserve for their title defence to be defined by two incredibly unfortunate injuries .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the title back , they will want to do it by beating the best quality opponent .
It 's in the best interests for everyone in the Premier League for Liverpool to be as strong as possible given the circumstances - and they could do so by learning from the lessons City have dealt with over the last two years .

The parallels are eerily similar.
When Manchester City defended their Premier League title in 2018/19, they had to do so for most of the season without talisman Kevin De Bruyne. A year later, having successfully retained the title, City had lost influential captain Vincent Kompany and a long-term injury to Aymeric Laporte was a key factor in the failure to win the league for a third year in a row.
Of course, Liverpool's brilliance last season would have made it incredibly difficult for City to keep up, even if they had been at full strength. Part of that incredible run from Jurgen Klopp's men was built from a solid defensive unit led by Virgil Van Dijk.
This season, Van Dijk is unfortunately out for much of the season, and was this week joined on the long-term injury list by centre-back partner Joe Gomez.
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As Pep Guardiola himself has said, City would prefer for Van Dijk (and now Gomez) to be fit and playing, for the good of the Premier League. The recent meeting between the sides was poorer for Van Dijk's absence.
City have had their own injury concerns this season, but none as important or long-term as Liverpool's new crisis. But that's not to say City haven't gone through a similar dilemma, and Liverpool can learn from how Guardiola dealt with Laporte and De Bruyne's absences in recent years.
First, when De Bruyne was absent in 2018/19, Guardiola was able to rotate his fit midfielders and adapt City's approach to suit the players he had. There is no use trying to get a player like Bernardo Silva or Ilkay Gundogan to play like De Bruyne, but Guardiola managed to adapt a system to the players he had.
A year later, that was more difficult when Laporte was injured, and the situation wasn't helped by further injuries to the likes of John Stones and Nicolas Otamendi.
As it happened, Fernandinho proved to be the stable presence required at the back, and Liverpool have an equivalent in Fabinho. When he returns from his own injury, a long-term move back to defence will offer Liverpool some consistency at the back, just as compatriot Fernandinho did at the Etihad.
Then, Guardiola relied more and more on youngster Eric Garcia, with Nat Phillips seemingly an equivalent talented youngster in the Anfield ranks who impressed when stepping up before the international break. With Joel Matip capable as well, Liverpool have a defence capable of covering the absence of their first-choice pairing.
Liverpool wouldn't need any further encouragement to try and focus more on attack to take the pressure off the defence, as City did on occasions, but one thing they will benefit from more than anything is a consistent formation and approach to give the new-look back line time to gel.
Then there are the lessons Liverpool can take from what City didn't do last season - dip into the January transfer market.
City, with Aymeric Laporte coming back towards the end of January, opted against signing a Kompany replacement in the winter transfer window. Liverpool might see a benefit of signing a centre-back specialist - potentially ahead of schedule - to provide some fresh legs and quality at the back. By the time Laporte was back, the league was gone for City - and Liverpool won't want that to happen themselves this year.
After all, this is a brilliant squad with a brilliant manager, who don't deserve for their title defence to be defined by two incredibly unfortunate injuries. Likewise, if City are to win the title back, they will want to do it by beating the best quality opponent.
It's in the best interests for everyone in the Premier League for Liverpool to be as strong as possible given the circumstances - and they could do so by learning from the lessons City have dealt with over the last two years.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Evatt on Bolton's win over Salford, Gilks and return of Doyle and Jones

Bolton Wanderers clinched a big three points at home against near neighbours Salford City .
Eoin Doyle gave Wanderers a first half lead before Jordan Turnbull 's own goal after the break helped ensure Bolton picked up their second home win of the campaign .
After the match , Trotters head coach Ian Evatt spoke to the press and here 's some of his initial views on the victory .
“ I ’ m pleased and I ’ m always pleased when you win .
I think we ’ ve had to roll up our sleeves and dig in at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ little bit of possession in the second half and we don ’ t necessarily like doing that but they didn ’ t create very much which was pleasing so our space between the lines was really good .
`` We adjusted well and I thought the back three and the goalkeeper were magnificent and we knew that they take risks because when they ’ re trying to build attacks and be expansive and the full-backs are getting high , we knew on transition they were open and the first goal was perfect .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ up the pitch , Sarce plays forward to Doyle in space and Doyle does what Doyle does and finishes the chance off and throughout the game other than the one that Matt ’ s saved with his legs in the second half , we created the better opportunities .
For all the possession they had , they didn ’ t really hurt us too much , which was pleasing . ''
You looked so comfortable throughout the duration and that must be very pleasing defensively ?
“ I must say that the back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ playing out of his skin at the moment .
The way he ’ s playing and leading the team is excellent and the ones in front of him , Sarce , Andrew Tutte , Doyle and Nathan really put in a good shift .
`` Gethin ’ s been out six weeks , trained and got through 90 minutes .
They deserve that and all of a sudden , the squad is looking more complete , everyone is back fit .
It ’ s competitive and we ’ ve left five or six @ @ @ @ @ @ @ squad but that ’ s what we need and that ’ s what we want .
`` We need to keep people in one piece and then it should be difficult to get in Bolton Wanderers ’ team .
`` We ’ re a big club and all of a sudden , it is difficult to get in our team and when you ’ re in it , you need to make sure you stay in it because there ’ s people now waiting in the wings to take your place . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ goalkeeper - are you pleased with Matt Gilks ’ performance and what was the thinking behind that ?
“ I ’ ve know Matt a long , long time and I have the utmost faith and trust in him .
He hasn ’ t played a competitive match for a year but the way he trains and the way he coaches , he ’ s all in and it ’ s 110 % every day .
`` I knew he wouldn ’ t let anybody down and he ’ s come in today @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has led the team , got people organised , put people in their places .
`` When he ’ s been called upon , he did what he had to do .
He ’ ll probably be sore in the morning but we ’ ll take that all day for a clean sheet . ''
Great to see Eoin Doyle getting back on the scoresheet as well ?
“ For all the mind games that I said in the press conference on Thursday , we knew that Eoin and Gethin aren ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ call , they got through the game as best they can .
`` For Gethin to play 90 minutes is incredible fitness levels from where he ’ s been and Eoin was tired but he put a real shift in for the team and when called upon , he got his chance and he took it .
”

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Bolton Wanderers clinched a big three points at home against near neighbours Salford City.
Eoin Doyle gave Wanderers a first half lead before Jordan Turnbull's own goal after the break helped ensure Bolton picked up their second home win of the campaign.
After the match, Trotters head coach Ian Evatt spoke to the press and here's some of his initial views on the victory.
Initial reaction?
“I’m pleased and I’m always pleased when you win. I think we’ve had to roll up our sleeves and dig in at times. We had to sacrifice a little bit of possession in the second half and we don’t necessarily like doing that but they didn’t create very much which was pleasing so our space between the lines was really good.
"We adjusted well and I thought the back three and the goalkeeper were magnificent and we knew that they take risks because when they’re trying to build attacks and be expansive and the full-backs are getting high, we knew on transition they were open and the first goal was perfect.
"We won the ball back high up the pitch, Sarce plays forward to Doyle in space and Doyle does what Doyle does and finishes the chance off and throughout the game other than the one that Matt’s saved with his legs in the second half, we created the better opportunities. For all the possession they had, they didn’t really hurt us too much, which was pleasing."
You looked so comfortable throughout the duration and that must be very pleasing defensively?
“I must say that the back three defended really well. Rico is playing out of his skin at the moment. The way he’s playing and leading the team is excellent and the ones in front of him, Sarce, Andrew Tutte, Doyle and Nathan really put in a good shift.
"Gethin’s been out six weeks, trained and got through 90 minutes. They deserve that and all of a sudden, the squad is looking more complete, everyone is back fit. It’s competitive and we’ve left five or six players out tonight out of the whole squad but that’s what we need and that’s what we want.
"We need to keep people in one piece and then it should be difficult to get in Bolton Wanderers’ team.
"We’re a big club and all of a sudden, it is difficult to get in our team and when you’re in it, you need to make sure you stay in it because there’s people now waiting in the wings to take your place."
You made a big call with the goalkeeper - are you pleased with Matt Gilks’ performance and what was the thinking behind that?
“I’ve know Matt a long, long time and I have the utmost faith and trust in him. He hasn’t played a competitive match for a year but the way he trains and the way he coaches, he’s all in and it’s 110% every day.
"I knew he wouldn’t let anybody down and he’s come in today with his voice more than anything else has led the team, got people organised, put people in their places.
"When he’s been called upon, he did what he had to do. He’ll probably be sore in the morning but we’ll take that all day for a clean sheet."
Great to see Eoin Doyle getting back on the scoresheet as well?
“For all the mind games that I said in the press conference on Thursday, we knew that Eoin and Gethin aren’t 100%, but we made that call, they got through the game as best they can.
"For Gethin to play 90 minutes is incredible fitness levels from where he’s been and Eoin was tired but he put a real shift in for the team and when called upon, he got his chance and he took it.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Tributes to 'lovely' former Bolton mayoress who died following hit and run

Friends have paid tribute to a “ kind and thoughtful ” former Bolton mayoress after she died in a hit and run crash .
Gay Wharton , 58 , was walking into town to run some errands when she was struck by an Audi on Chorley New Road near Bolton School , in the Heaton area of the town , just after midday today ( November 13 ) .
The driver did not stay at the scene , police said .
No arrests have been made and an investigation into the incident is ongoing .
Gay was well known in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ especially with the women ’ s refuge Fortalice .
The grandmother - who worked at Russell and Russell solicitors - was mayoress alongside Coun Martin Donaghy back in 2014 .
Her friend , the former Bolton mayor Carole Swarbrick , belevies it was the mayoral position that sparked Gay ’ s interest for charity work .
“ I think going about the town with Martin , seeing what was going on , she thought to herself ‘ I want to get involved in this ’ , and she threw herself into it , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Gay was an absolutely lovely lovely lady .
She did all sorts of charity work .
She would stand in Morrisons for hours on end with a collection box for Fortalice .
“ When I was the mayor she accompanied me to events .
We weren ’ t from the same political party but it didn ’ t matter .
“ She worked so hard for so many causes and she will be sadly missed .
“ She was a lovely person .
It ’ s unbelievable - we ’ re all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ woman who loved spending time with her granddaughter , Gay was also an avid baker .
She was well known for her cupcakes which she would share around the town .
“ When I became mayor she immediately said ‘ if there ’ s anything I can do to help ’ and that ’ s how we became friends , ” she said .
“ She was very kind and thoughtful .
Whoever she met she made a friend of .
“ She was the most fantastic cake maker , especially cupcakes .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ lot of trouble .
She would have made any professional baker blush.
” A cordon was in place on Chorley New Road for several hours after the collision on Friday .
In a statement Greater Manchester Police said : `` Police were called at 12.05pm today ( Friday November 13 ) to reports of a collision involving a black Audi and a pedestrian on Chorley New Road in Bolton .
`` The pedestrian suffered serious injuries and sadly passed away at the scene despite the best efforts of emergency services .
`` The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing . ''
The force is appealing for anyone with information to urgently come forward .
Call police on 0161 856 4741 , quoting incident number 1019 of 13/11/2020 ; or Crimestoppers , anonymously , on 0800 555 111 .

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Friends have paid tribute to a “kind and thoughtful” former Bolton mayoress after she died in a hit and run crash.
Gay Wharton, 58, was walking into town to run some errands when she was struck by an Audi on Chorley New Road near Bolton School, in the Heaton area of the town, just after midday today (November 13).
The driver did not stay at the scene, police said.
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No arrests have been made and an investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Gay was well known in the town for her charity work, especially with the women’s refuge Fortalice.
The grandmother - who worked at Russell and Russell solicitors - was mayoress alongside Coun Martin Donaghy back in 2014.
Her friend, the former Bolton mayor Carole Swarbrick, belevies it was the mayoral position that sparked Gay’s interest for charity work.
“I think going about the town with Martin, seeing what was going on, she thought to herself ‘I want to get involved in this’, and she threw herself into it,” she said.
“She dedicated herself to helping people.”
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
She added: “Gay was an absolutely lovely lovely lady. She did all sorts of charity work. She would stand in Morrisons for hours on end with a collection box for Fortalice.
“When I was the mayor she accompanied me to events. We weren’t from the same political party but it didn’t matter.
“She worked so hard for so many causes and she will be sadly missed.
“She was a lovely person. It’s unbelievable - we’re all in shock.”
Described as a family woman who loved spending time with her granddaughter, Gay was also an avid baker.
She was well known for her cupcakes which she would share around the town.
Councillor Hilary Fairclough described Gay as “just a lovely, lovely person”.
“When I became mayor she immediately said ‘if there’s anything I can do to help’ and that’s how we became friends,” she said.
“She was very kind and thoughtful. Whoever she met she made a friend of.
“She was the most fantastic cake maker, especially cupcakes. She would always go to such a lot of trouble. She would have made any professional baker blush.”
A cordon was in place on Chorley New Road for several hours after the collision on Friday.
In a statement Greater Manchester Police said: "Police were called at 12.05pm today (Friday November 13) to reports of a collision involving a black Audi and a pedestrian on Chorley New Road in Bolton.
"The pedestrian suffered serious injuries and sadly passed away at the scene despite the best efforts of emergency services.
"The Audi failed to remain at the scene.
"No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing."
The force is appealing for anyone with information to urgently come forward.
Call police on 0161 856 4741, quoting incident number 1019 of 13/11/2020; or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Bolton Wanderers player ratings vs Salford City: Gilks, Sarcevic and Doyle good

Replaced Crellin for his Wanderers debut and kept out Thomas-Asante 's first half effort .
Was vocal throughout and made key stop from Hunter after the break .
Looked decent on the right hand side of the defence once more and rarely put a foot wrong .
Once again looked solid in the centre of the back three and rarely looked troubled and kept Thomas-Asante fairly quiet in first half .
Composed on the ball and not afraid to come out and join attacks - a solid evening 's work for the Irishman .
Solid stint on the right flank @ @ @ @ @ @ @ great block to charge down Lowe 's shot after the break .
Energetic in the middle of the park and often in the right place to sniff out danger and snuff out Salford attacks throughout .
Showed great tenacity and vision to set up Doyle for the opener and was one of the most creative players for Wanderers .
Could have sealed it after the break .
Returned after more than a month out and was put out on the left flank and performed admirably on his first start back .
Flashes of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do a great deal to affect the game going forwards .
Made a return to take on his former boss at Swindon Town and finished clinically to give Wanderers the advantage .
Put pressure on Turnbull for the second .
Some good movement and touches on the ball at times - was replaced by Isgrove before full-time .
A decent cameo from the former Crewe forward with some good hold up play and put in a decent cross for Kioso .
Looked energetic and showed the odd burst of energy .
Helped see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ late for Crawford .

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Matt Gilks - 8
Replaced Crellin for his Wanderers debut and kept out Thomas-Asante's first half effort. Was vocal throughout and made key stop from Hunter after the break.
Alex Baptiste - 7
Looked decent on the right hand side of the defence once more and rarely put a foot wrong.
Ricardo Almeida Santos - 8
Once again looked solid in the centre of the back three and rarely looked troubled and kept Thomas-Asante fairly quiet in first half.
Ryan Delaney - 7
Composed on the ball and not afraid to come out and join attacks - a solid evening's work for the Irishman.
Peter Kioso - 7
Solid stint on the right flank from the Luton loanee. Made a great block to charge down Lowe's shot after the break.
Andrew Tutte - 8
Energetic in the middle of the park and often in the right place to sniff out danger and snuff out Salford attacks throughout.
Antoni Sarcevic - 8
Showed great tenacity and vision to set up Doyle for the opener and was one of the most creative players for Wanderers. Could have sealed it after the break.
Gethin Jones - 7
Returned after more than a month out and was put out on the left flank and performed admirably on his first start back.
Ali Crawford - 6
Flashes of good play at times but did not do a great deal to affect the game going forwards.
Eoin Doyle - 8
Made a return to take on his former boss at Swindon Town and finished clinically to give Wanderers the advantage. Put pressure on Turnbull for the second.
Nathan Delfouneso - 6
Some good movement and touches on the ball at times - was replaced by Isgrove before full-time.
Substitutes
Shaun Miller - 6
A decent cameo from the former Crewe forward with some good hold up play and put in a decent cross for Kioso.
Lloyd Isgrove - 6
Looked energetic and showed the odd burst of energy.
Tom White - 6
Helped see the game out when he came on late for Crawford.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--'She was so busy caring for everyone else that she forgot to care about herself'

A “ caring , loving ” nurse who spent the pandemic putting the health of others first has died suddenly at the age of 46 .
Doctors only discovered that Nicola Powell was suffering from a rare form of cancer following her death this week .
The mum-of-two , who worked as a lead nurse at the Royal Gwent Hospital in Newport for 15 years , died on Monday ( November 9 ) , Wales Online reports .
Her heartbroken family said she will be remembered as someone who would `` go above and beyond for anyone '' .
Nicola @ @ @ @ @ @ @ life at risk to treat patients with Covid-19 during the pandemic .
“ Patients and colleagues alike loved her for her caring , gentle nature , ” he family said in a statement .
“ She always went the extra mile and had genuine empathy for those she nursed .
“ When Covid-19 arrived she did not hesitate to do extra shifts with no thought for herself .
Her cheery disposition and bubbly personality made her popular with everyone she came into contact with.
” Nicola - known as Nikki - was a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more than 20 years and progressed up the ranks to lead nurse .
During her career she made many friends , including several of her former patients .
Her family added : “ She 'd have people coming up to her in the street and thanking her for taking care of them in hospital because of how much she went out her way to ensure they were as comfortable as possible .
“ She was loved by everyone around her and not one person had a bad word to say about her.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” at becoming a grandmother in February 2019 to little Isla-Rose Powell .
“ The night of Halloween , Isla-Rose went to visit Nikki in hospital .
Nikki knew this could be the last time she was ever going to see her granddaughter .
As soon as they saw one another their faces lit up .
They did n't leave each other 's side .
“ Despite everything she went through over the last few weeks , she was still only concerned about the rest of her family.
” Nicola complained of incredible @ @ @ @ @ @ @ back in the weeks leading up to her death .
After fainting she was taken to the Royal Gwent where a variety of tests were carried out .
However , it was only after she died that doctors discovered she had a rare form of cancer .
“ She was so busy caring for everyone else that she forgot to care about herself , ” the family added .
A GoFundMe page to raise money towards funeral costs has been set up .
Her family said : “ Through the fundraising page we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ There were lovely comments , tributes and condolences from so many people .
It made us so proud that our angel had made a difference to so many lives .
“ She was beautiful both inside and out and will be greatly missed by her broken-hearted , loving family , friends and colleagues .
She was taken far too soon.
” A keen DIY enthusiast , Nicola loved to shop and could “ never resist a sale ” .
“ But most of all she was genuinely a remarkable nurse and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us all , ” he family said .
She leaves behind her mother Carol , her partner John , her sons Travis and Kyle and their partners , her two sisters Louise and Mandy and her granddaughter Isla-Rose .

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A “caring, loving” nurse who spent the pandemic putting the health of others first has died suddenly at the age of 46.
Doctors only discovered that Nicola Powell was suffering from a rare form of cancer following her death this week.
The mum-of-two, who worked as a lead nurse at the Royal Gwent Hospital in Newport for 15 years, died on Monday (November 9), Wales Online reports.
Her heartbroken family said she will be remembered as someone who would "go above and beyond for anyone".
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Nicola, from Newport, also put her life at risk to treat patients with Covid-19 during the pandemic.
“Patients and colleagues alike loved her for her caring, gentle nature,” he family said in a statement.
“She always went the extra mile and had genuine empathy for those she nursed.
“When Covid-19 arrived she did not hesitate to do extra shifts with no thought for herself. Her cheery disposition and bubbly personality made her popular with everyone she came into contact with.”
(Image: Western Mail)
Nicola - known as Nikki - was a staff nurse in the Welsh NHS for more than 20 years and progressed up the ranks to lead nurse. During her career she made many friends, including several of her former patients.
Her family added: “She'd have people coming up to her in the street and thanking her for taking care of them in hospital because of how much she went out her way to ensure they were as comfortable as possible.
“She was loved by everyone around her and not one person had a bad word to say about her.”
Nicola was said to be “overjoyed” at becoming a grandmother in February 2019 to little Isla-Rose Powell.
“The night of Halloween, Isla-Rose went to visit Nikki in hospital. Nikki knew this could be the last time she was ever going to see her granddaughter. As soon as they saw one another their faces lit up. They didn't leave each other's side.
“Despite everything she went through over the last few weeks, she was still only concerned about the rest of her family.”
Nicola complained of incredible fatigue and pains in her arms and back in the weeks leading up to her death.
(Image: Western Mail)
After fainting she was taken to the Royal Gwent where a variety of tests were carried out. However, it was only after she died that doctors discovered she had a rare form of cancer.
“She was so busy caring for everyone else that she forgot to care about herself,” the family added.
A GoFundMe page to raise money towards funeral costs has been set up.
Her family said: “Through the fundraising page we realised how many people genuinely loved her.
“There were lovely comments, tributes and condolences from so many people. It made us so proud that our angel had made a difference to so many lives.
(Image: Western Mail)
“She was beautiful both inside and out and will be greatly missed by her broken-hearted, loving family, friends and colleagues. She was taken far too soon.”
A keen DIY enthusiast, Nicola loved to shop and could “never resist a sale”.
“But most of all she was genuinely a remarkable nurse and her absence will be greatly felt by us all,” he family said.
She leaves behind her mother Carol, her partner John, her sons Travis and Kyle and their partners, her two sisters Louise and Mandy and her granddaughter Isla-Rose.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Vigil for teenager Alexander John Soyoye takes place in Moston

A vigil for a teenage boy who died after being stabbed has taken place in Moston .
Alexander John Soyoye , known as John , died last week .
The 16-year-old was fatally injured during an incident on November 5 .
Officers were called to Birchenall Street and established that Mr Soyoye had been stabbed .
Despite the efforts of emergency services , he was pronounced dead at the scene .
His family described him as a 'remarkable man ' who was 'full of energy , intelligence and love ' .
On Friday afternoon mourners gathered on Birchenall Street to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after his death .
Tea lights and candles , a signed rugby ball and a picture of the teenager were laid across a table and dozens of balloons and floral tributes were placed at the scene .
A banner which read : “ RIP !
!
!
MD .
GBNF ” was hung above the tributes .
On Friday afternoon , police said they would deploy extra police officers to the planned vigil .
In a statement posted on Twitter , police said : `` We are making further enquiries to establish how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ whether the event will go ahead .
`` We will have extra officers in the area who will be working closely with youth outreach workers and other partners to engage with those attending . ''
He also faces a charge of violent disorder .
No pleas were entered during a short preliminary hearing at Manchester Crown Court .
A trial has been set for July .

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A vigil for a teenage boy who died after being stabbed has taken place in Moston.
Alexander John Soyoye, known as John, died last week.
The 16-year-old was fatally injured during an incident on November 5.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
Officers were called to Birchenall Street and established that Mr Soyoye had been stabbed.
Despite the efforts of emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
His family described him as a 'remarkable man' who was 'full of energy, intelligence and love'.
On Friday afternoon mourners gathered on Birchenall Street to pay their respects to John a week after his death.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
Tea lights and candles, a signed rugby ball and a picture of the teenager were laid across a table and dozens of balloons and floral tributes were placed at the scene.
A banner which read: “RIP!!! MD. GBNF” was hung above the tributes.
(Image: GMP)
On Friday afternoon, police said they would deploy extra police officers to the planned vigil.
In a statement posted on Twitter, police said: "We are making further enquiries to establish how many may be in attendance and also whether the event will go ahead.
"We will have extra officers in the area who will be working closely with youth outreach workers and other partners to engage with those attending."
(Image: ABNM Photography)
Brent Tchipenda, 18, appeared before a judge yesterday (Thursday) accused of murder.
He also faces a charge of violent disorder.
No pleas were entered during a short preliminary hearing at Manchester Crown Court.
Judge Alan Conrad QC remanded Mr Tchipenda in custody.
A trial has been set for July.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Man United 'set sights on Dortmund defender Zagadou' and more rumours

Manchester United are reportedly considering a move for Borussia Dortmund defender Dan-Axel Zagadou in the summer .
After spending £130million on defenders - in the shape of Harry Maguire and Aaron Wan-Bissaka - in the summer of 2019 , further additions to the back-line were n't a priority in the previous transfer window .
However , views soon changed following the 3-1 opening day defeat against Crystal Palace , with every goal coming from a defensive mishap , and Alex Telles was brought in on deadline day to reinforce the left-back position .
A new centre-back did n't arrive at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on buying one without first getting the likes of Chris Smalling , Marcos Rojo and Phil Jones off the books .
While Smalling eventually returned to Roma , the latter two remain at the club but are unlikely to see any minutes on the pitch any time soon .
United are expected to target a new centre-back next summer to partner captain Harry Maguire , with RB Leipzig 's Dayot Upamecano highly touted .
The latest centre-back to be linked with a move also plies his trade in the Bundesliga , Dortmund 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rated but he has been unable to play so far this season after rupturing his knee ligaments in August , the second time he has suffered the injury in 2020 .
According to CalcioMercato , United have 'set their sights ' on Zagadou , who could be available on the cheap in the summer as his current contract is set to expire in 2022 .
Meanwhile , AC Milan star Hakan Calhanoglu has been offered to United , according to reports in Italy .
Tuttosport reports that the player ’ s agent , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ slow negotiations over a new deal at Milan and so has offered the player to both United and Inter Milan .
It sounds like pressure tactics to force Milan into a bumper new contract with United prioritising the addition of a new centre-back next year .

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Manchester United are reportedly considering a move for Borussia Dortmund defender Dan-Axel Zagadou in the summer.
After spending £130million on defenders - in the shape of Harry Maguire and Aaron Wan-Bissaka - in the summer of 2019, further additions to the back-line weren't a priority in the previous transfer window.
However, views soon changed following the 3-1 opening day defeat against Crystal Palace, with every goal coming from a defensive mishap, and Alex Telles was brought in on deadline day to reinforce the left-back position.
A new centre-back didn't arrive at Old Trafford though, with United hesitant on buying one without first getting the likes of Chris Smalling, Marcos Rojo and Phil Jones off the books.
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While Smalling eventually returned to Roma, the latter two remain at the club but are unlikely to see any minutes on the pitch any time soon.
United are expected to target a new centre-back next summer to partner captain Harry Maguire, with RB Leipzig's Dayot Upamecano highly touted.
The latest centre-back to be linked with a move also plies his trade in the Bundesliga, Dortmund's 21-year-old Zagadou. The Frenchman is highly rated but he has been unable to play so far this season after rupturing his knee ligaments in August, the second time he has suffered the injury in 2020.
According to CalcioMercato, United have 'set their sights' on Zagadou, who could be available on the cheap in the summer as his current contract is set to expire in 2022.
Meanwhile, AC Milan star Hakan Calhanoglu has been offered to United, according to reports in Italy.
Tuttosport reports that the player’s agent, Gordon Stipic, is frustrated by the slow negotiations over a new deal at Milan and so has offered the player to both United and Inter Milan.
It sounds like pressure tactics to force Milan into a bumper new contract with United prioritising the addition of a new centre-back next year.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Terraced house 'shut down' by court following repeated Covid-19 breaches

A terraced house has been closed following reports of repeated breaches of coronavirus restrictions .
Manchester and Salford Magistrates ' Court issued a three-month closure order on the property on Carlton Street in Farnworth , Bolton , following complaints from residents about breaches of Covid-19 regulations and anti-social behaviour at the property between July and October .
The order , which was made on November 9 , prohibits anyone going inside , according to a joint statement from Greater Manchester Police and Bolton .
The order follows multiple reports of anti-social behaviour and breaches of Covid-19 regulations at the property @ @ @ @ @ @ @ confirming the closure order have been posted on the front of the terraced house , which has been boarded up .
Chief Inspector Nicola Williams said : `` No one should feel at risk or unsafe in their own neighbourhood and I hope this result provides some relief to the local community , who we know have suffered immensely over the past couple of months .
`` Enforcement is always a last resort ; however , anti-social behaviour can cause a significant strain on both communities and police resources .
`` GMP , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is dedicated to tackling this sort of behaviour and we are committed to ensuring communities are kept safe and harmonious .
`` I would also like to take this opportunity to remind the public that we are still in the midst of a global pandemic , and whilst we recognise the strain and impact this can have on our lives , it ’ s important that we all play our part and follow the rules and regulations in place . ''
Bolton Council ’ s executive cabinet member for community safety , Coun @ @ @ @ @ @ @ neighbours can have a detrimental effect on their neighbours ’ quality of life and well-being .
`` I really hope residents in this area will feel a little safer and happier in their homes as a result of this court order .
`` People reporting anti-social behaviour issues to us or our partners Greater Manchester Police should know that their concerns will be heard .
`` Together , we are committed to tackling antisocial behaviour and we will use all the powers available to protect our communities and improve the lives of people @ @ @ @ @ @

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A terraced house has been closed following reports of repeated breaches of coronavirus restrictions.
Manchester and Salford Magistrates' Court issued a three-month closure order on the property on Carlton Street in Farnworth, Bolton, following complaints from residents about breaches of Covid-19 regulations and anti-social behaviour at the property between July and October.
The order, which was made on November 9, prohibits anyone going inside, according to a joint statement from Greater Manchester Police and Bolton.
The order follows multiple reports of anti-social behaviour and breaches of Covid-19 regulations at the property between July and October 2020.
Notes confirming the closure order have been posted on the front of the terraced house, which has been boarded up.
(Image: Vincent Cole Manchester Evening News)
Chief Inspector Nicola Williams said: "No one should feel at risk or unsafe in their own neighbourhood and I hope this result provides some relief to the local community, who we know have suffered immensely over the past couple of months.
"Enforcement is always a last resort; however, anti-social behaviour can cause a significant strain on both communities and police resources.
(Image: Vincent Cole Manchester Evening News)
"GMP, alongside partners such as Bolton Council, is dedicated to tackling this sort of behaviour and we are committed to ensuring communities are kept safe and harmonious.
"I would also like to take this opportunity to remind the public that we are still in the midst of a global pandemic, and whilst we recognise the strain and impact this can have on our lives, it’s important that we all play our part and follow the rules and regulations in place."
Bolton Council’s executive cabinet member for community safety, Coun Nadim Muslim, added: "Nuisance neighbours can have a detrimental effect on their neighbours’ quality of life and well-being.
"I really hope residents in this area will feel a little safer and happier in their homes as a result of this court order.
"People reporting anti-social behaviour issues to us or our partners Greater Manchester Police should know that their concerns will be heard.
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"Together, we are committed to tackling antisocial behaviour and we will use all the powers available to protect our communities and improve the lives of people in neighbourhoods across Bolton."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--LIVE EuroMillions draw, results and winning numbers on Friday, November 13

It 's the end of the working week which means it 's time for the Euromillions draw .
Friday 13th may be unlucky for some but tonight could still be your lucky night .
There 's a huge jackpot up for grabs with an estimated £58 million prize .
To play , pick up your lottery ticket before 7.30pm and choose five main numbers and two lucky stars .
Match them all and you 'll claim the top prize .
And even if you do n't secure the jackpot , you could still take home large amounts of cash by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £500,000 up for grabs in the Thunderball draw .
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 .
If you were to win , do you know how you would spend the cash ?
It could pay for your dream home , a ludicrously flashy sports car or even fund that around-the-world trip once the pandemic is over .
But you 've got to be in it to win it .
Tonight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Euromillions , the Thunderball draw , and the Millionaire Maker code .
Fingers crossed and best of luck tonight !

It's the end of the working week which means it's time for the Euromillions draw.
Friday 13th may be unlucky for some but tonight could still be your lucky night.
There's a huge jackpot up for grabs with an estimated £58 million prize.
To play, pick up your lottery ticket before 7.30pm and choose five main numbers and two lucky stars. Match them all and you'll claim the top prize.
And even if you don't secure the jackpot, you could still take home large amounts of cash by matching fewer numbers.
There's also £500,000 up for grabs in the Thunderball draw.
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.
If you were to win, do you know how you would spend the cash?
It could pay for your dream home, a ludicrously flashy sports car or even fund that around-the-world trip once the pandemic is over.
But you've got to be in it to win it.
Tonight we'll be revealing the results for the Euromillions, the Thunderball draw, and the Millionaire Maker code.
Fingers crossed and best of luck tonight!


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Deschamps doubles down on United criticism over Pogba treatment

Didier Deschamps says Paul Pogba needs to find rhythm again following France 's shock defeat to Finland .
The Manchester United midfielder started the game for the World Champions but was replaced after 57 minutes with his country 2-0 down .
It was a poor performance from Pogba , who failed to close down Simonpoika Valakari to prevent the Finn from scoring and also struggled with the accuracy of his passing .
Post-match , Deschamps once again hit out at the position the 27-year-old finds himself in at Old Trafford , with Pogba out of favour under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not in his best form of course , I knew that before .
This match was to be useful for him to give him some rhythm .
`` Like all the players who have a situation in a club that is not positive , beyond the athletic aspect , they are also impacted on the mental level .
`` They have the knowledge of the high level , pride , also the pride of being able to respond . ''
Deschamps ' comments echo what he said earlier in the week , when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the role he currently has at the Reds .
He said : `` Paul , I know him well and he knows the group well .
He is in a situation with his club where he can not be happy , neither with his playing time , nor with his positioning .
United entered the international break by winning what was arguably their most important match of the season at Everton on Saturday .
The under-pressure Reds came from behind to beat the Toffees thanks to Bruno Fernandes ' double and Edinson @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United have a two-week break with many of their stars heading off on international duty - we 'll be keeping tabs on how they all perform , and on preparations for their next Premier League match against West Brom .
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`` He is not in his best period , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the Covid-19 which has hit him quite hard .
He needs to find his rhythm .
`` The match he had to make last month was good and consistent despite a lack of pace .
We can not however say that he is fulfilled in what he does at his club .
`` With me , there is no such concern , but I try to manage it too .
When a player is in discomfort in his club , obviously , he is happy to play for the France team .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and as I know him very well , it will go in a positive direction .
Even if it is also up to him to make all his efforts . ''

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Didier Deschamps says Paul Pogba needs to find rhythm again following France's shock defeat to Finland.
The Manchester United midfielder started the game for the World Champions but was replaced after 57 minutes with his country 2-0 down.
It was a poor performance from Pogba, who failed to close down Simonpoika Valakari to prevent the Finn from scoring and also struggled with the accuracy of his passing.
Post-match, Deschamps once again hit out at the position the 27-year-old finds himself in at Old Trafford, with Pogba out of favour under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Deschamps said: "He's not in his best form of course, I knew that before. This match was to be useful for him to give him some rhythm.
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"Like all the players who have a situation in a club that is not positive, beyond the athletic aspect, they are also impacted on the mental level.
"They have the knowledge of the high level, pride, also the pride of being able to respond."
Deschamps' comments echo what he said earlier in the week, when he said Pogba cannot be happy with the role he currently has at the Reds.
He said: "Paul, I know him well and he knows the group well. He is in a situation with his club where he cannot be happy, neither with his playing time, nor with his positioning.
"He is not in his best period, he has had a series of injuries and the Covid-19 which has hit him quite hard. He needs to find his rhythm.
"The match he had to make last month was good and consistent despite a lack of pace. We cannot however say that he is fulfilled in what he does at his club.
"With me, there is no such concern, but I try to manage it too. When a player is in discomfort in his club, obviously, he is happy to play for the France team. He will tell me about his feelings and as I know him very well, it will go in a positive direction. Even if it is also up to him to make all his efforts."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Which singers feature in this year's BBC Children in Need charity single?

More than 20 artists from around the world have joined forces for this year 's official BBC Children in Need single .
Cher , Kylie Minogue , and Robbie Williams are among stars who have come together to record a cover of the Oasis hit Stop Crying Your Heart Out .
The charity single was released on Friday , November 13 , to raise vital funds to help support children and young people across the UK facing disadvantage , at a time when they need it most .
The BBC Children in Need 40th anniversary appeal show airs later tonight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ able to see an exclusive debut of the song 's music video .
The single , curated by BBC Radio 2 ’ s Jeff Smith , was recorded and filmed by artists in locations across the world , from Cher in Malibu to Robbie Williams in Switzerland to Jay Sean in New York and Yola in Nashville .
The full list of artists performing on the track is ( in alphabetical order ) : Bryan Adams , Izzy Bizu , Cher , Clean Bandit , Mel C , Jamie Cullum , Ella Eyre @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the BBC Concert Orchestra , alongside Grace Chatto and Sheku Kanneh-Mason on cello and Anoushka Shankar on sitar .
Kylie Minogue said : “ Children in Need is such a special charity and so loved by everyone , including me .
It was a privilege to take part in this recording with so many amazing artists .
This year it feels even more poignant than ever , and I hope we can all come together to raise as much as possible.
” Bryan Adams said : “ It is an honour to sing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Let ’ s all help make it into a big smash record to help the kids.
” Cher said : “ I felt very emotional recording this song , it was very important to me.
” Lenny Kravitz added : “ We are living in a time when children need all the support they can get and so it is a pleasure to be collaborating with so many great artists for such an important cause .
I hope this song reminds everyone that we are all in this together and we can make @ @ @ @

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More than 20 artists from around the world have joined forces for this year's official BBC Children in Need single.
Cher, Kylie Minogue, and Robbie Williams are among stars who have come together to record a cover of the Oasis hit Stop Crying Your Heart Out.
The charity single was released on Friday, November 13, to raise vital funds to help support children and young people across the UK facing disadvantage, at a time when they need it most.
The BBC Children in Need 40th anniversary appeal show airs later tonight at 7pm, where viewers will be able to see an exclusive debut of the song's music video.
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The single, curated by BBC Radio 2’s Jeff Smith, was recorded and filmed by artists in locations across the world, from Cher in Malibu to Robbie Williams in Switzerland to Jay Sean in New York and Yola in Nashville.
The full list of artists performing on the track is (in alphabetical order): Bryan Adams, Izzy Bizu, Cher, Clean Bandit, Mel C, Jamie Cullum, Ella Eyre.
Paloma Faith, Rebecca Ferguson, Jess Glynne, Sheku Kanneh-Mason, Lenny Kravitz, KSI, Lauv, Ava Max, Kylie Minogue, James Morrison, Gregory Porter.
Nile Rodgers, Jack Savoretti, Jay Sean, Anoushka Shankar, Robbie Williams and Yola.
The backing track was performed by the BBC Concert Orchestra, alongside Grace Chatto and Sheku Kanneh-Mason on cello and Anoushka Shankar on sitar.
Kylie Minogue said: “Children in Need is such a special charity and so loved by everyone, including me. It was a privilege to take part in this recording with so many amazing artists. This year it feels even more poignant than ever, and I hope we can all come together to raise as much as possible.”
Bryan Adams said: “It is an honour to sing on the Children in Need single. Let’s all help make it into a big smash record to help the kids.”
Cher said: “I felt very emotional recording this song, it was very important to me.”
Lenny Kravitz added: “We are living in a time when children need all the support they can get and so it is a pleasure to be collaborating with so many great artists for such an important cause. I hope this song reminds everyone that we are all in this together and we can make a difference.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--Who are the BBC Children in Need presenters this year?

BBC Children in Need is back on our TV screens this evening with a huge appeal anniversary of 40 years .
The evening of entertainment will see a line-up of familiar faces come together to help raise money for disadvantaged children around the UK .
Mel Giedroyc will be returning to host the annual appeal show alongside Alex Scott MBE , Chris Ramsey , and Stephen Mangan who will all be hosting the programme for the first time .
So who are the presenters ?
The 52-year-old previously co-hosted The Great British Bake Off with Sue Perkins .
Returning to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Appeal night , Mel Giedroyc said : “ BBC Children in Need is 40 , it ’ s older than me , I can ’ t believe it !
`` It is an absolute honour for me to join the rest of the gang hosting a heart-warming , fabulous , surprising and entertaining show – it ’ s going to be blooming brilliant and a dazzingly delightful night of top telly !
” Alex Scott MBE is an English former footballer and now presents BBC 's Match of the Day and Sky Sports @ @ @ @ @ @ @ duties for the first time , the 36-year-old said : “ It feels so surreal to be a presenter on BBC Children in Need – it ’ s a complete honour .
`` It has been a show which I have grown up with , so to be joining the presenting line-up is amazing .
I don ’ t think a little 8-year-old Alex watching at home all those years ago would have ever dreamed that one day she could be presenting it .
`` It goes to show that anything can happen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – never stop dreaming . ''
Chris Ramsey is a critically acclaimed stand-up comedian and regular face on TV , most recently having presented Little Mix The Search .
The 34-year-old added : “ BBC Children in Need is a national institution and the show is an amazing night for an incredible cause .
`` When they asked me to be involved in the show I assumed I ’ d be dressed up as Pudsey or something but they actually want me to be on the presenting team .
`` It ‘ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ looking forward to helping to raise huge amounts of money and also not sweating as much as I would have in the Pudsey costume.
” Stephen Mangan is an actor and comedian best known for his role as Guy Secretan in Green Wing .
The 52-year-old said : `` I could not be more honoured to be part of this year ’ s BBC Children in Need , especially during such difficult times .
`` BBC Children in Need is an incredibly important institution and this year more than ever we need to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to help disadvantaged children.
” A special sketch from the cast of The Goes Wrong Show is part of the show schedule , while there will also be a segment from The Repair Shop .
Viewers will also be treated to exclusive content from Strictly Come Dancing , EastEnders , and Doctor Who .
The finale of The One Show ’ s rickshaw challenge , which is raising money for BBC Children in Need , will also be broadcast .
Musical performances from the casts of West End shows Cinderella The Musical and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the line-up .
The live show begins at 7pm , BBC One , Friday , November 13 .

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BBC Children in Need is back on our TV screens this evening with a huge appeal anniversary of 40 years.
The evening of entertainment will see a line-up of familiar faces come together to help raise money for disadvantaged children around the UK.
Mel Giedroyc will be returning to host the annual appeal show alongside Alex Scott MBE, Chris Ramsey, and Stephen Mangan who will all be hosting the programme for the first time.
So who are the presenters?
Mel Giedroyc is a TV presenter, actress, and comedian.
The 52-year-old previously co-hosted The Great British Bake Off with Sue Perkins.
Returning to present the annual BBC Children in Need Appeal night, Mel Giedroyc said: “BBC Children in Need is 40, it’s older than me, I can’t believe it!
"It is an absolute honour for me to join the rest of the gang hosting a heart-warming, fabulous, surprising and entertaining show – it’s going to be blooming brilliant and a dazzingly delightful night of top telly!”
(Image: BBC/Guy Levy)
Alex Scott MBE is an English former footballer and now presents BBC's Match of the Day and Sky Sports.
On taking on the Appeal presenting duties for the first time, the 36-year-old said: “It feels so surreal to be a presenter on BBC Children in Need – it’s a complete honour.
"It has been a show which I have grown up with, so to be joining the presenting line-up is amazing. I don’t think a little 8-year-old Alex watching at home all those years ago would have ever dreamed that one day she could be presenting it.
(Image: PA)
"It goes to show that anything can happen, no matter your circumstances or background – never stop dreaming."
Chris Ramsey is a critically acclaimed stand-up comedian and regular face on TV, most recently having presented Little Mix The Search.
The 34-year-old added: “BBC Children in Need is a national institution and the show is an amazing night for an incredible cause.
(Image: Handout)
"When they asked me to be involved in the show I assumed I’d be dressed up as Pudsey or something but they actually want me to be on the presenting team.
"It‘s a huge honour and I’m looking forward to helping to raise huge amounts of money and also not sweating as much as I would have in the Pudsey costume.”
Stephen Mangan is an actor and comedian best known for his role as Guy Secretan in Green Wing.
The 52-year-old said: "I could not be more honoured to be part of this year’s BBC Children in Need, especially during such difficult times.
"BBC Children in Need is an incredibly important institution and this year more than ever we need to get together to do all we can to help disadvantaged children.”
(Image: PA)
A special sketch from the cast of The Goes Wrong Show is part of the show schedule, while there will also be a segment from The Repair Shop.
Viewers will also be treated to exclusive content from Strictly Come Dancing, EastEnders, and Doctor Who.
The finale of The One Show’s rickshaw challenge, which is raising money for BBC Children in Need, will also be broadcast.
Musical performances from the casts of West End shows Cinderella The Musical and Six will also feature as part of the line-up.
The live show begins at 7pm, BBC One, Friday, November 13.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-13--John Hays, founder of Hays Travel, dies aged 71

John Hays , the founder of Hays Travel , has died .
The 71-year-old collapsed on Friday while working at its head office in Sunderland .
John , who started up the travel firm in 1980 , is survived by wife Irene Hays , who co-owns Hays Travel .
The couple were praised back in October last year when they prevented thousands of former Thomas Cook staff losing their jobs .
They purchased all 555 of the tour operator ’ s UK travel agencies after it went into liquidation .
Hays Travel said in a statement : “ It is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we have to announce that John Hays , the founder and managing director of Hays Travel , died today while doing the job he loved .
“ John , who with his wife and co-owner Irene Hays bought the Thomas Cook retail estate a year ago , was at work in the company ’ s Sunderland head office when he collapsed .
“ John built Hays Travel into the UK ’ s largest independent travel agent providing jobs and careers for thousands of young people over 40 years .
“ Throughout this past @ @ @ @ @ @ @ power to save jobs and protect the travel industry .
“ He was held in immense respect by his staff , colleagues , family and friends and was recognised throughout his life for his many achievements.
” “ He was equally proud of his loyal staff who , under the direction of the board and senior management team , will ensure that the business continues to serve the customers of the UK ’ s largest independent travel agent as he would have wanted.
” More than 7,000 people are employed by the firm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of £1 billion in 2018 .
Mr Hays was a former vice-chairman of Sunderland AFC , and was awarded the freedom of the city in 2016 .
The football club said in a statement : “ John was a champion of the North East and the city of Sunderland .
Our thoughts are with his wife Irene , his family and his friends at this time.
” Mark Tanzer , chief executive of travel trade organisation Abta , said : “ We were shocked and saddened to hear this afternoon ’ s news @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ John was a major figure in the travel industry over many years , and created one of the industry ’ s most successful companies .
“ Hays Travel is a longstanding Abta member , and John was known to many of us .
Our thoughts and sympathies are with his wife Irene and his family , colleagues and friends at this very sad time .
”

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John Hays, the founder of Hays Travel, has died.
The 71-year-old collapsed on Friday while working at its head office in Sunderland.
John, who started up the travel firm in 1980, is survived by wife Irene Hays, who co-owns Hays Travel.
The couple were praised back in October last year when they prevented thousands of former Thomas Cook staff losing their jobs.
They purchased all 555 of the tour operator’s UK travel agencies after it went into liquidation.
Hays Travel said in a statement: “It is with the deepest sadness and regret that we have to announce that John Hays, the founder and managing director of Hays Travel, died today while doing the job he loved.
“John, who with his wife and co-owner Irene Hays bought the Thomas Cook retail estate a year ago, was at work in the company’s Sunderland head office when he collapsed.
“John built Hays Travel into the UK’s largest independent travel agent providing jobs and careers for thousands of young people over 40 years.
“Throughout this past difficult year he did everything in his power to save jobs and protect the travel industry.
(Image: PA)
“He was held in immense respect by his staff, colleagues, family and friends and was recognised throughout his life for his many achievements.”
“He was equally proud of his loyal staff who, under the direction of the board and senior management team, will ensure that the business continues to serve the customers of the UK’s largest independent travel agent as he would have wanted.”
More than 7,000 people are employed by the firm, which had a turnover in excess of £1 billion in 2018.
Mr Hays was a former vice-chairman of Sunderland AFC, and was awarded the freedom of the city in 2016.
The football club said in a statement: “John was a champion of the North East and the city of Sunderland. Our thoughts are with his wife Irene, his family and his friends at this time.”
Mark Tanzer, chief executive of travel trade organisation Abta, said: “We were shocked and saddened to hear this afternoon’s news that John Hays has passed away.
“John was a major figure in the travel industry over many years, and created one of the industry’s most successful companies.
“Hays Travel is a longstanding Abta member, and John was known to many of us. Our thoughts and sympathies are with his wife Irene and his family, colleagues and friends at this very sad time.”