themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Incredible drone footage shows moorland fire burning 'like something from Mars'

Drone footage shows moorland burning 'like something from Mars ' .
A huge fire broke out at Rakes Moss , on the A628 Crowden to Glossop through the Woodhead Pass , just after 1pm on Thursday .
Firefighters have been battling the flames ever since .
The cause of the fire is not yet known .
Derbyshire Police 's Drone Unit captured a view of the of the flames from above with a drone .
A tweet read : `` Yesterday we were out assisting @ manchesterfire and @ DerbyshireFRS near to Chew Reservoir .
`` The drone footage was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the spreading fires .
`` Our thermal footage looks like something from Mars but clearly shows the fires burning well . ''
Derbsyhire Fire and Rescue Service ( DFRS ) chief officer Gavin Tomlins urged people to stay away from the moors .
He posted : `` @ DerbyshireFRS and @ manchesterfire will be fighting this fire all tomorrow , moorland firefighting is dangerous and hard work , please help us by staying away from the moors due to this incident and the fire risk currently on them .
Thanks . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ drifting over Greater Manchester .
Residents in Stalybridge have been advised to keep their windows and doors shut .
A statement tweeted by DFRS read : `` Firefighters are currently on the scene at a moorland fire at Rakes Moss on the A628 Crowden to Glossop .
`` Residents in the Stalybridge area are asked to keep their windows and doors closed due to smoke .
`` Please avoid the area , adhering to Covid19 guidance . ''
Covaid-19 - helping those who need it most in Greater Manchester The coronavirus outbreak has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for access to food , basics and other support .
Many of them are self-isolating , often in fragile health and alone .
Public services have been working hard to find and help them , but we know they are over-stretched and working round the clock .
So the Manchester Evening News and the Greater Manchester Mayor 's Charity have launched Covaid-19 - a fundraiser aimed at supporting those who most need help , from elderly people with no support network to homeless families living in hotels .
The money will be distributed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ charity .
You can donate by visiting our JustGiving page here .

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Drone footage shows moorland burning 'like something from Mars'.
A huge fire broke out at Rakes Moss, on the A628 Crowden to Glossop through the Woodhead Pass, just after 1pm on Thursday.
Firefighters have been battling the flames ever since.
The cause of the fire is not yet known.
Derbyshire Police's Drone Unit captured a view of the of the flames from above with a drone.
(Image: facebook.com/GlossopFire16)
A tweet read: " Yesterday we were out assisting @manchesterfire and @DerbyshireFRS near to Chew Reservoir.
"The drone footage was used by commanders to see the extent of the spreading fires.
"Our thermal footage looks like something from Mars but clearly shows the fires burning well."
Derbsyhire Fire and Rescue Service (DFRS) chief officer Gavin Tomlins urged people to stay away from the moors.
(Image: @DerPolDroneUnit)
He posted: "@DerbyshireFRS and @manchesterfire will be fighting this fire all tomorrow, moorland firefighting is dangerous and hard work, please help us by staying away from the moors due to this incident and the fire risk currently on them. Thanks."
Large plumes of smoke have been seen drifting over Greater Manchester.
Residents in Stalybridge have been advised to keep their windows and doors shut.
(Image: Glossop fire station)
Others reported noticing 'a real strong smell of smoke'.
A statement tweeted by DFRS read: "Firefighters are currently on the scene at a moorland fire at Rakes Moss on the A628 Crowden to Glossop.
"Residents in the Stalybridge area are asked to keep their windows and doors closed due to smoke.
"Please avoid the area, adhering to Covid19 guidance."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Vandals torch playground in Oldham that had been closed to stop COVID-19 spread

Vandals have torched a children ’ s playground in Oldham that had been closed to stop the spread of coronavirus .
The play area at Constantine Street in Lees , Lees Brook has suffered 'substantial fire damage ' , with its climbing frames warped and blackened by the blaze .
Bosses say that due to repeated arson attacks at the site it is now uncertain if it will be replaced once the restrictions around Covid-19 are lifted .
The play equipment was originally installed in 2011 and since then has been subject to seven different arson attacks .
Cabinet member @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Rehman , said : “ While the vast majority of our residents are staying at home , keeping safe and protecting the NHS someone has decided to break the lockdown and torch a children ’ s play area .
“ It defies belief that someone would do this and leave our staff to clear it up – they are already working hard in difficult circumstances .
“ Sadly , this isn ’ t the first time this park has been targeted by vandals and we ’ ll have to take a serious look @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Replacing play equipment isn ’ t cheap , especially at a time when money is needed elsewhere to support some of our most vulnerable residents .
“ Although the play area is closed , as are facilities in all our parks , the vandals could have ruined things for local families who have used the play area for years.
” Covaid-19 - helping those who need it most in Greater Manchester The coronavirus outbreak has left many people across Greater Manchester struggling for access to food , basics and other support .
Many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fragile health and alone .
Public services have been working hard to find and help them , but we know they are over-stretched and working round the clock .
So the Manchester Evening News and the Greater Manchester Mayor 's Charity have launched Covaid-19 - a fundraiser aimed at supporting those who most need help , from elderly people with no support network to homeless families living in hotels .
The money will be distributed via the mayor of Greater Manchester 's charity .
You can donate by visiting our JustGiving page here @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was discovered on Wednesday , April 22 .
A bench had also been set on fire and destroyed .
Anyone who has any information about the latest attack is asked to call the police on 101 or contact the council ’ s environment team on 0161 770 4067 .

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Vandals have torched a children’s playground in Oldham that had been closed to stop the spread of coronavirus.
The play area at Constantine Street in Lees, Lees Brook has suffered 'substantial fire damage', with its climbing frames warped and blackened by the blaze.
Bosses say that due to repeated arson attacks at the site it is now uncertain if it will be replaced once the restrictions around Covid-19 are lifted.
The play equipment was originally installed in 2011 and since then has been subject to seven different arson attacks.
Cabinet member for neighbourhood services, Coun Ateeque Ur Rehman, said: “While the vast majority of our residents are staying at home, keeping safe and protecting the NHS someone has decided to break the lockdown and torch a children’s play area.
“It defies belief that someone would do this and leave our staff to clear it up – they are already working hard in difficult circumstances.
“Sadly, this isn’t the first time this park has been targeted by vandals and we’ll have to take a serious look at things in the future.
"Replacing play equipment isn’t cheap, especially at a time when money is needed elsewhere to support some of our most vulnerable residents.
“Although the play area is closed, as are facilities in all our parks, the vandals could have ruined things for local families who have used the play area for years.”
Covaid-19 - helping those who need it most in Greater Manchester The coronavirus outbreak has left many people across Greater Manchester struggling for access to food, basics and other support. Many of them are self-isolating, often in fragile health and alone. Public services have been working hard to find and help them, but we know they are over-stretched and working round the clock. So the Manchester Evening News and the Greater Manchester Mayor's Charity have launched Covaid-19 - a fundraiser aimed at supporting those who most need help, from elderly people with no support network to homeless families living in hotels. The money will be distributed via the mayor of Greater Manchester's charity. You can donate by visiting our JustGiving page here.
The damage from the latest attack was discovered on Wednesday, April 22.
A bench had also been set on fire and destroyed.
Anyone who has any information about the latest attack is asked to call the police on 101 or contact the council’s environment team on 0161 770 4067.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Zoflora and Dettol issue urgent warning to shoppers

Earlier today , the world was left shocked with the news that Donald Trump had suggested that injecting disinfectant into the body could be a cure for coronavirus .
The medical community has since lambasted the President , and now two major disinfectant brands have been forced to issue warnings to shoppers , after Zoflora and Dettol both began trending on Twitter .
Posting on the social media platform , Zoflora said : `` While it ’ s nice to be trending on Twitter , we would like to remind you all that Zoflora is NOT for human consumption in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leaders may be suggesting .
Stay safe guys ! ''
The makers of Dettol have also issued a press release following the President 's comments .
The statement read : `` Due to recent speculation and social media activity , RB has been asked whether internal administration of disinfectants may be appropriate for investigation or use as a treatment for coronavirus .
Covaid-19 - helping those who need it most in Greater Manchester The coronavirus outbreak has left many people across Greater Manchester struggling for access to food , basics and other support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ often in fragile health and alone .
Public services have been working hard to find and help them , but we know they are over-stretched and working round the clock .
So the Manchester Evening News and the Greater Manchester Mayor 's Charity have launched Covaid-19 - a fundraiser aimed at supporting those who most need help , from elderly people with no support network to homeless families living in hotels .
The money will be distributed via the mayor of Greater Manchester 's charity .
You can donate by visiting our JustGiving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leader in health and hygiene products , we must be clear that under no circumstance should our disinfectant products be administered into the human body ( through injection , ingestion or any other route ) . ''
We ca n't believe we 're having to say this , but please , if you 're planning on giving Trump 's advice a go , DO N'T .
Read all cleaning product labels before use , and only use as instructed .

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Earlier today, the world was left shocked with the news that Donald Trump had suggested that injecting disinfectant into the body could be a cure for coronavirus.
The medical community has since lambasted the President, and now two major disinfectant brands have been forced to issue warnings to shoppers, after Zoflora and Dettol both began trending on Twitter.
Posting on the social media platform, Zoflora said: "While it’s nice to be trending on Twitter, we would like to remind you all that Zoflora is NOT for human consumption in any way, despite what certain world leaders may be suggesting . Stay safe guys!"
The makers of Dettol have also issued a press release following the President's comments.
The statement read: "Due to recent speculation and social media activity, RB has been asked whether internal administration of disinfectants may be appropriate for investigation or use as a treatment for coronavirus.
Covaid-19 - helping those who need it most in Greater Manchester The coronavirus outbreak has left many people across Greater Manchester struggling for access to food, basics and other support. Many of them are self-isolating, often in fragile health and alone. Public services have been working hard to find and help them, but we know they are over-stretched and working round the clock. So the Manchester Evening News and the Greater Manchester Mayor's Charity have launched Covaid-19 - a fundraiser aimed at supporting those who most need help, from elderly people with no support network to homeless families living in hotels. The money will be distributed via the mayor of Greater Manchester's charity. You can donate by visiting our JustGiving page here.
"As a global leader in health and hygiene products, we must be clear that under no circumstance should our disinfectant products be administered into the human body (through injection, ingestion or any other route)."
We can't believe we're having to say this, but please, if you're planning on giving Trump's advice a go, DON'T. Read all cleaning product labels before use, and only use as instructed.
Stay safe!


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Carragher explains what he loves about Raheem Sterling

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has identified what he loves about Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling , stating that the England international avoids injury issues .
The 25-year-old has excelled since leaving Anfield for City , lifting numerous titles and establishing himself as one of the best players in world football .
His return in front of goal has also increased significantly under Pep Guardiola 's guidance , scoring 59 in 155 appearances compared to 18 in 91 league matches for Liverpool .
However , despite the many attributes in Sterling 's game , Carragher believes the best thing about Sterling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ I think right now if you were buying him , you ’ d be buying him for the future as well , '' he told Sky Sports .
`` The thing I love about Sterling is that he is never injured , his high-intensity running is off the scale and he ’ s now getting lots of goals as well .
I think he ’ s a brilliant player and he ’ s only going to get better in the future.
” In the five years since moving to the Etihad @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 25 of 180 Premier League matches - including featuring in 24 of 28 games this season before the campaign was suspended .

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Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has identified what he loves about Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling, stating that the England international avoids injury issues.
The 25-year-old has excelled since leaving Anfield for City, lifting numerous titles and establishing himself as one of the best players in world football.
His return in front of goal has also increased significantly under Pep Guardiola's guidance, scoring 59 in 155 appearances compared to 18 in 91 league matches for Liverpool.
However, despite the many attributes in Sterling's game, Carragher believes the best thing about Sterling is his avoidance of long-term injury issues.
“I think right now if you were buying him, you’d be buying him for the future as well," he told Sky Sports.
"The thing I love about Sterling is that he is never injured, his high-intensity running is off the scale and he’s now getting lots of goals as well. I think he’s a brilliant player and he’s only going to get better in the future.”
In the five years since moving to the Etihad Stadium, Sterling has remarkably missed out 25 of 180 Premier League matches - including featuring in 24 of 28 games this season before the campaign was suspended.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Man City will only have themselves to blame for Man Utd boost

If it wo n't be galling enough for Manchester City to be banned from the Champions League , having to relinquish their spot to neighbours Manchester United would provide the rancid coating for a pretty bitter pill .
As things stand , the Blues are banned from Europe for two years .
Those in charge at the Etihad remain confident that the verdict will be overturned , so confident in fact that they are pressing on to get their appeal heard at the Court of Arbitration for Sport ( CAS ) in a move that makes attempts by United and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the case look even sillier .
Ultimately that decision is out of City hands though , and if Pep Guardiola and his players can do nothing about that they can feel disappointed if United are the club that benefit in the Champions League .
UEFA announced on Thursday that if the season ca n't be completed then leagues must decide places for European competitions on sporting merit .
Based on points per game on the current standings , United in fifth would stand to gain the fourth Champions League spot if City 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's placing is based on 28 games but their six points over City should rankle the Blues .
They were too easily picked apart at the Etihad in December , and - perhaps more worryingly - outfought and outthought in March at Old Trafford , the last league game the two teams played and the one that could have boosted United up to fifth in the nick of time .
For all the many things that Guardiola has got right during his time in charge , his record in Manchester derbies has not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their closest rivals in that period .
In what has been a season of ups and downs , losing three of four meetings with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side has to go down as one of the biggest lows .
The league table will say that Manchester is still blue but those United victories - especially with no football since the most recent of them - has suggested , correctly or otherwise , that the gap between the teams is closer than the standings would suggest .
The six points that United have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United to make out that the gulf is even narrower , pointing out a team on the rise that could be able to offer Champions League football where the Blues can not .
A decision from CAS or elsewhere in City 's favour would help keep their neighbours at arm 's length , relegating them to another season of Europa League football if the standings are taken as they are .
The Blues may not be able to dictate whether they remain in the Champions League , but the prospect of United replacing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take notice .
If they want their dominance in Manchester to be clear , they can not afford to help United out as they have this season .

If it won't be galling enough for Manchester City to be banned from the Champions League, having to relinquish their spot to neighbours Manchester United would provide the rancid coating for a pretty bitter pill.
As things stand, the Blues are banned from Europe for two years. Those in charge at the Etihad remain confident that the verdict will be overturned, so confident in fact that they are pressing on to get their appeal heard at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in a move that makes attempts by United and other top-ten clubs to get involved in the case look even sillier.
Ultimately that decision is out of City hands though, and if Pep Guardiola and his players can do nothing about that they can feel disappointed if United are the club that benefit in the Champions League.
UEFA announced on Thursday that if the season can't be completed then leagues must decide places for European competitions on sporting merit. Based on points per game on the current standings, United in fifth would stand to gain the fourth Champions League spot if City's punishment stands for next season.
United's placing is based on 28 games but their six points over City should rankle the Blues. They were too easily picked apart at the Etihad in December, and - perhaps more worryingly - outfought and outthought in March at Old Trafford, the last league game the two teams played and the one that could have boosted United up to fifth in the nick of time.
For all the many things that Guardiola has got right during his time in charge, his record in Manchester derbies has not reflected the superiority City have had over their closest rivals in that period. In what has been a season of ups and downs, losing three of four meetings with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side has to go down as one of the biggest lows.
The league table will say that Manchester is still blue but those United victories - especially with no football since the most recent of them - has suggested, correctly or otherwise, that the gap between the teams is closer than the standings would suggest. The six points that United have taken from City this season could allow United to make out that the gulf is even narrower, pointing out a team on the rise that could be able to offer Champions League football where the Blues cannot.
A decision from CAS or elsewhere in City's favour would help keep their neighbours at arm's length, relegating them to another season of Europa League football if the standings are taken as they are. The Blues may not be able to dictate whether they remain in the Champions League, but the prospect of United replacing them should make them sit up and take notice.
If they want their dominance in Manchester to be clear, they cannot afford to help United out as they have this season.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Gogglebox star Amy Tapper says she would spend 'every hour' checking on her dad

Gogglebox star Amy Tapper said he feared her dad would stop breathing as he battled coronavirus .
Johnathan Tapper , 52 , was left fighting for his life after contracting the virus .
His wife Nikki and children Amy and Josh also came down with COVID-19 , but iy was Jonathan who was left seriously ill and forced to self-isolate away from them .
Nicki , 47 , cared for him for two weeks after he was left struggling to breathe and could barely move .
Speaking on Friday 's Lorraine on ITV , the Tapper 's were back in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Amy , 20 , said : `` This one night I kept coming down every hour to check up on him because I was so worried .
`` I saw Josh and he was like 'what are you doing ? '
and I said 'Dad 's still breathing it 's ok ! '
'' Johnathan eventually needed an oximeter to analyse his oxygen levels , and antibiotics , which later helped to improve his conditon .
`` It was n't too great , '' he said on suffering from coronavirus .
`` The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ feeling very weak mainly and coughing , and I literally could n't move .
`` At one point I could n't walk up the stairs and if I did manage to get halfway up , I was really struggling for breath . ''
While it was Jonathan that suffered the most from his symptoms , the rest of the family also had mild doses .
Covaid-19 - helping those who need it most in Greater Manchester The coronavirus outbreak has left many people across Greater Manchester struggling for access to food , basics @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are self-isolating , often in fragile health and alone .
Public services have been working hard to find and help them , but we know they are over-stretched and working round the clock .
So the Manchester Evening News and the Greater Manchester Mayor 's Charity have launched Covaid-19 - a fundraiser aimed at supporting those who most need help , from elderly people with no support network to homeless families living in hotels .
The money will be distributed via the mayor of Greater Manchester 's charity .
You can donate by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I did n't have it as bad as Jonathan .
I felt very weak , we all lost our taste and smell apart form Jonathan , '' Nikki said .
`` The thing was Jonathan seemed stable at the beginning .
He had n't moved for two weeks off the couch , but I had to be okay to look after him because he was so poorly .
`` The frightening thing was that day nine or 10 I kind of plummeted and [ I had to message ] Amy and Josh to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bed so to make sure Jonathan was okay . ''
The are now recovering and doing well at home .
Earlier this week , the Tappers showed that they 're on the mend by taking part in a TikTok dance video together .
They took part in an energetic synchronised routine to The Weeknd 's Blinding Lights - on the video platforms most popular numbers doing the rounds at the moment .

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Gogglebox star Amy Tapper said he feared her dad would stop breathing as he battled coronavirus.
Johnathan Tapper, 52, was left fighting for his life after contracting the virus.
His wife Nikki and children Amy and Josh also came down with COVID-19, but iy was Jonathan who was left seriously ill and forced to self-isolate away from them.
Nicki, 47, cared for him for two weeks after he was left struggling to breathe and could barely move.
Speaking on Friday's Lorraine on ITV, the Tapper's were back in good spirits but discussed the frightening time
Amy, 20, said: "This one night I kept coming down every hour to check up on him because I was so worried.
"I saw Josh and he was like 'what are you doing?' and I said 'Dad's still breathing it's ok!'"
(Image: ITV)
Johnathan eventually needed an oximeter to analyse his oxygen levels, and antibiotics, which later helped to improve his conditon.
"It wasn't too great," he said on suffering from coronavirus. "The symptoms I had were a fever, feeling very weak mainly and coughing, and I literally couldn't move.
"At one point I couldn't walk up the stairs and if I did manage to get halfway up, I was really struggling for breath."
While it was Jonathan that suffered the most from his symptoms, the rest of the family also had mild doses.
Covaid-19 - helping those who need it most in Greater Manchester The coronavirus outbreak has left many people across Greater Manchester struggling for access to food, basics and other support. Many of them are self-isolating, often in fragile health and alone. Public services have been working hard to find and help them, but we know they are over-stretched and working round the clock. So the Manchester Evening News and the Greater Manchester Mayor's Charity have launched Covaid-19 - a fundraiser aimed at supporting those who most need help, from elderly people with no support network to homeless families living in hotels. The money will be distributed via the mayor of Greater Manchester's charity. You can donate by visiting our JustGiving page here.
"I didn't have it as bad as Jonathan. I felt very weak, we all lost our taste and smell apart form Jonathan," Nikki said.
"The thing was Jonathan seemed stable at the beginning. He hadn't moved for two weeks off the couch, but I had to be okay to look after him because he was so poorly.
"The frightening thing was that day nine or 10 I kind of plummeted and [I had to message] Amy and Josh to say I couldn't get out of bed so to make sure Jonathan was okay."
The are now recovering and doing well at home.
Earlier this week, the Tappers showed that they're on the mend by taking part in a TikTok dance video together.
They took part in an energetic synchronised routine to The Weeknd's Blinding Lights - on the video platforms most popular numbers doing the rounds at the moment.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Firefighters to make face masks for NHS workers

Firefighters in Greater Manchester ars set to make face masks for NHS staff .
They will also transfer patients to Manchester 's newly-created Nightingale Hospital in the city centre to help during the coronavirus crisis .
The move follows a news an agreement being reached between the Fire Brigades Union ( FBU ) , National Fire Chiefs Council ( NFCC ) and fire service National Employers .
Under the latest agreement , firefighters - who are already driving ambulances in parts of the country - will now also begin transferring both COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 patients from Nightingale hospitals .
Firefighters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vulnerable people and the latest agreement will also allow them to package and repackage food supplies , as well as assemble single-use face shields for NHS and care staff .
NHS and care staff have reported a lack of personal protective equipment ( PPE ) with bodies such as the Royal College of Nursing informing members that they have a right to walk away if they are not properly protected .
Now firefighters are joining the effort to keep them safe .
The FBU has secured assurances that both the food packaging and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ assembly , will not be undertaken for profit-making organisations .
The agreement is temporary for the duration of the coronavirus emergency .
Appropriate PPE and risk assessments are mandatory and any personnel who do not wish to carry out the work will not be forced to do so .
It follows previous agreements allowing firefighters to drive patients to and from non-emergency appointments and to transport those in need of urgent care ; to fit face masks and deliver vital PPE ; to support the delivery of antigen swab tests ; and to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It is something that has touched all our lives .
From cradle to grave , the National Health Service is a part of British life .
Today , more than ever , we should cherish those who dedicate themselves to our care as they work tirelessly to care for people in the face of the coronavirus pandemic .
So let ’ s show them some love , and create a living map of gratitude from every corner of Britain .
Click HERE to drop a heart on the map , and show @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the NHS .
Matt Wrack , FBU general secretary , said : `` Our NHS and care staff are facing the fight of their lives , so firefighters are temporarily taking on sweeping new areas of work to help them through the crisis .
`` After a decade of damage from austerity , public services can only get through this crisis by pulling together and our members are proud to step up and help .
`` This pandemic is further proof that properly resourced public services are not only the foundations on which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ line of defence when crises like this arrive .
`` Across the country , firefighters are already driving ambulances , delivering PPE and supplies , and moving the bodies of those who have tragically died .
We hope these new areas of work will go further to help our fellow emergency services through this unprecedented crisis .

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Firefighters in Greater Manchester ars set to make face masks for NHS staff.
They will also transfer patients to Manchester's newly-created Nightingale Hospital in the city centre to help during the coronavirus crisis.
The move follows a news an agreement being reached between the Fire Brigades Union (FBU), National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) and fire service National Employers.
Under the latest agreement, firefighters - who are already driving ambulances in parts of the country - will now also begin transferring both COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 patients from Nightingale hospitals.
Firefighters are already delivering food and medicines to vulnerable people and the latest agreement will also allow them to package and repackage food supplies, as well as assemble single-use face shields for NHS and care staff.
NHS and care staff have reported a lack of personal protective equipment (PPE) with bodies such as the Royal College of Nursing informing members that they have a right to walk away if they are not properly protected.
Now firefighters are joining the effort to keep them safe.
The FBU has secured assurances that both the food packaging and repackaging, as well as the shield assembly, will not be undertaken for profit-making organisations.
The agreement is temporary for the duration of the coronavirus emergency.
Appropriate PPE and risk assessments are mandatory and any personnel who do not wish to carry out the work will not be forced to do so.
It follows previous agreements allowing firefighters to drive patients to and from non-emergency appointments and to transport those in need of urgent care; to fit face masks and deliver vital PPE; to support the delivery of antigen swab tests; and to move dead bodies in areas with mass-casualties.
Send a heart to our #NHSheroes and donate to our NHS frontline fundraiser It is something that has touched all our lives. From cradle to grave, the National Health Service is a part of British life. Today, more than ever, we should cherish those who dedicate themselves to our care as they work tirelessly to care for people in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. Click HERE to drop a heart on the map and you can also donate to our frontline fundraiser for the chance to win weekly prizes.
Matt Wrack, FBU general secretary, said: "Our NHS and care staff are facing the fight of their lives, so firefighters are temporarily taking on sweeping new areas of work to help them through the crisis.
"After a decade of damage from austerity, public services can only get through this crisis by pulling together and our members are proud to step up and help.
"This pandemic is further proof that properly resourced public services are not only the foundations on which society is built but also the first line of defence when crises like this arrive.
"Across the country, firefighters are already driving ambulances, delivering PPE and supplies, and moving the bodies of those who have tragically died. We hope these new areas of work will go further to help our fellow emergency services through this unprecedented crisis.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Manchester United chief Ed Woodward issues statement on transfer market

Ed Woodward says it is unrealistic for Manchester United and other major clubs to consider marquee deals amid the coronavirus pandemic .
United had lined up deals for Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho and Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish before the UK went into lockdown , and were recently linked with Harry Kane after he cast doubt on his future at Tottenham Hotspur .
The MEN revealed United were unmoved by Kane 's comments and Spurs dismissed the possibility of United signing the England international due to the length of his contract , which expires in 2024 .
Woodward spoke @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a video conference call and stressed it is unlikely the next transfer window will be 'business as usual ' for United .
`` Nobody should be under any illusions about the scale of challenge facing everyone in football and it may not be 'business as usual ' for any clubs , including ourselves , in the transfer market this summer , '' Woodward said .
`` As ever , our priority is the success of the team but we need visibility of the impact across the whole industry , including timings of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ picture , before we can talk about a return to normality .
`` On this basis , I can not help feeling that speculation around transfers of individual players for hundreds of millions of pounds this summer seems to ignore the realities that face the sport .
`` Like all of you , we are eager to see the team return to the field as soon as we are advised it is safe to do so , hopefully to complete a season which still held so much promise for us in the Premier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ FA Cup when it was suspended .
`` We are in constant dialogue with our governing bodies about when and how that will happen and we will continue to engage with this Forum to keep fans consulted .
`` And while it may be that games need to be played behind closed doors in the shorter term , we all recognise that football will not be fully back to normal until supporters are once again in attendance . ''
The summer window was due to open until June 1 but will be pushed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ concludes , be it via its resumption of the competition or its termination .
Sancho , 20 , is contracted to Dortmund until 2022 and the club have all but accepted the England international will be sold in the summer .
Grealish , 24 , is expected to leave Villa before next season irrespective of whether they avoid relegation to the Championship .
Villa were in a financially precarious position before football 's hiatus and the MEN revealed United had held preliminary discussions about Grealish .
Villa are second from bottom in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ play and Grealish 's valuation heavily depends on whether they remain in the top flight .

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Ed Woodward says it is unrealistic for Manchester United and other major clubs to consider marquee deals amid the coronavirus pandemic.
United had lined up deals for Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho and Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish before the UK went into lockdown, and were recently linked with Harry Kane after he cast doubt on his future at Tottenham Hotspur.
The MEN revealed United were unmoved by Kane's comments and Spurs dismissed the possibility of United signing the England international due to the length of his contract, which expires in 2024.
Woodward spoke on the quarterly fans' forum via a video conference call and stressed it is unlikely the next transfer window will be 'business as usual' for United.
"Nobody should be under any illusions about the scale of challenge facing everyone in football and it may not be 'business as usual' for any clubs, including ourselves, in the transfer market this summer," Woodward said.
"As ever, our priority is the success of the team but we need visibility of the impact across the whole industry, including timings of the transfer window, and the wider financial picture, before we can talk about a return to normality.
"On this basis, I cannot help feeling that speculation around transfers of individual players for hundreds of millions of pounds this summer seems to ignore the realities that face the sport.
"Like all of you, we are eager to see the team return to the field as soon as we are advised it is safe to do so, hopefully to complete a season which still held so much promise for us in the Premier League, the Europa League and the FA Cup when it was suspended.
"We are in constant dialogue with our governing bodies about when and how that will happen and we will continue to engage with this Forum to keep fans consulted.
"And while it may be that games need to be played behind closed doors in the shorter term, we all recognise that football will not be fully back to normal until supporters are once again in attendance."
The summer window was due to open until June 1 but will be pushed back to whenever the Premier League season concludes, be it via its resumption of the competition or its termination.
Sancho, 20, is contracted to Dortmund until 2022 and the club have all but accepted the England international will be sold in the summer. Grealish, 24, is expected to leave Villa before next season irrespective of whether they avoid relegation to the Championship.
Villa were in a financially precarious position before football's hiatus and the MEN revealed United had held preliminary discussions about Grealish. Villa are second from bottom in the Premier League with 10 fixtures left to play and Grealish's valuation heavily depends on whether they remain in the top flight.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Man City star Sterling on goal targets, pressure and season review

Raheem Sterling has n't hit the targets he set himself for this season - but that does n't necessarily make it a disappointment .
The Manchester City forward was on course for his most prolific year in front of goal to date to continue what has been a remarkable improvement .
Sterling scored 23 goals in all competitions for the Blues in the 2017/18 campaign - including significant strikes against Everton , Bournemouth and Southampton - to convince Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta he had the quality and temperament to shine in front of goal .
Last year he upped @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at least 12 and potentially 19 games still to play he had managed 20 .
It speaks to the higher standards Sterling now holds himself too that he has not scored as many as he would like .
“ I would say probably I ’ m about 15 goals off where I want to be .
Those are the targets , to try and create good numbers but at the same time not just have numbers to have numbers , '' he said .
`` At the end of the day you want @ @ @ @ @ @ @ season because 10 years from now you can score a lot of goals , but if I can ’ t look back on those goals as being important for my team and having a great value then those goals were pointless .
`` It is one of those , to try and contribute as much as I can but at the end of the season have some medals to show for it.
” Sterling actually notched his 20th goal of the campaign in the December 27 defeat to Wolves but has not scored @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over his lack of goals , citing fatigue , injury and - perhaps most importantly - that he has still been getting into good scoring positions .
The 25-year-old has acknowledged that he has felt the pressure in 2020 but will always want more goals than he actually has .
“ There are times where , even this season , it was December , I was on 20 goals and I was not satisfied , '' he said .
`` I haven ’ t scored since then and I think that is part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on myself .
At the same time , a lot of people have been saying ‘ he has been having an alright season ’ , but if you look at my output I am pretty much close to bettering my record from last season and last season I had a fantastic season .
`` It is one of those where I will try to push myself and even when the pressure gets a bit too much we keep going and keep striving .
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Raheem Sterling hasn't hit the targets he set himself for this season - but that doesn't necessarily make it a disappointment.
The Manchester City forward was on course for his most prolific year in front of goal to date to continue what has been a remarkable improvement.
Sterling scored 23 goals in all competitions for the Blues in the 2017/18 campaign - including significant strikes against Everton, Bournemouth and Southampton - to convince Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta he had the quality and temperament to shine in front of goal.
Last year he upped it to 25 and this season with at least 12 and potentially 19 games still to play he had managed 20. It speaks to the higher standards Sterling now holds himself too that he has not scored as many as he would like.
“I would say probably I’m about 15 goals off where I want to be. Those are the targets, to try and create good numbers but at the same time not just have numbers to have numbers," he said.
"At the end of the day you want to have trophies to back up that season because 10 years from now you can score a lot of goals, but if I can’t look back on those goals as being important for my team and having a great value then those goals were pointless.
"It is one of those, to try and contribute as much as I can but at the end of the season have some medals to show for it.”
Sterling actually notched his 20th goal of the campaign in the December 27 defeat to Wolves but has not scored since.
Guardiola has defended the player over his lack of goals, citing fatigue, injury and - perhaps most importantly - that he has still been getting into good scoring positions.
The 25-year-old has acknowledged that he has felt the pressure in 2020 but will always want more goals than he actually has.
“There are times where, even this season, it was December, I was on 20 goals and I was not satisfied," he said.
"I haven’t scored since then and I think that is part of the pressure I have been putting on myself. At the same time, a lot of people have been saying ‘he has been having an alright season’, but if you look at my output I am pretty much close to bettering my record from last season and last season I had a fantastic season.
"It is one of those where I will try to push myself and even when the pressure gets a bit too much we keep going and keep striving.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Drug driver arrested after smashing BMW into front garden

A drug driver has been arrested after crashing a BMW into a front garden .
Greater Manchester Police officers in the Bolton North area posted about the incident that happened just before 5pm on Friday evening .
Pictures show the black BMW on a front lawn in Tetbury Drive , Bolton .
A road sign can also be seen in the garden .
They posted : `` A male has been arrested after crashing a vehicle in Brieghtmet .
`` Just before 5pm , officers were called to reports of a vehicle which had crashed on Tetbury Drive .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ arrived .
`` The 26-year-old driver was tested for drugs and found to be under the influence of cocaine .
He was subsequently arrested and taken into police custody to provide a specimen of blood for evidential analysis . ''
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A drug driver has been arrested after crashing a BMW into a front garden.
Greater Manchester Police officers in the Bolton North area posted about the incident that happened just before 5pm on Friday evening.
Pictures show the black BMW on a front lawn in Tetbury Drive, Bolton. A road sign can also be seen in the garden.
They posted: "A male has been arrested after crashing a vehicle in Brieghtmet.
"Just before 5pm, officers were called to reports of a vehicle which had crashed on Tetbury Drive. The driver remained on the scene until officers arrived.
"The 26-year-old driver was tested for drugs and found to be under the influence of cocaine. He was subsequently arrested and taken into police custody to provide a specimen of blood for evidential analysis."
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Corrie's Daniel Osbourne is back with a new look

He 's been away since the beginning of March and next week Daniel Osbourne is back on Coronation Street with a new look .
Grieving widower Daniel headed to a retreat in Scotland following the death of his wife Sinead and his split from Bethany Platt , and it seems that the break has done him good .
The dad-of-one , who was struggling after losing Sinead , was packed off by his worried family .
They realised the young journalist needed help when he proposed to teenager Bethany on the rebound from his late wife , played by Katie @ @ @ @ @ @ @ much and he thought he heard Sinead talking to him at the home they shared with their baby son Bertie .
Then he caused upset by bagging up Sinead 's belongings which ended up being collected as rubbish .
He asked Bethany to marry him with Sinead 's ring and called her by his wife 's name .
Realising he was still grieving , his girlfriend called an end to their relationship and moved away to start a new life as a writer in London alone .
Suprisingly , Sinead 's auntie Beth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Daniel to look after Bertie while he got the help he needed .
After growing a beard Daniel , played by Oldham actor Rob Mallard , returns from the retreat with a new well-groomed look with coiffed hair .
And his dad Ken Barlow is pleased to hear he found it a great help .
The storyline allowed Rob 's Corrie co-star Lisa George , who plays Beth , to wow fans on the ITV celeb skating show Dancing On Ice .

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He's been away since the beginning of March and next week Daniel Osbourne is back on Coronation Street with a new look.
Grieving widower Daniel headed to a retreat in Scotland following the death of his wife Sinead and his split from Bethany Platt, and it seems that the break has done him good.
The dad-of-one, who was struggling after losing Sinead, was packed off by his worried family.
They realised the young journalist needed help when he proposed to teenager Bethany on the rebound from his late wife, played by Katie McGlynn.
Brave Sinead died in October after battling cervical cancer.
Daniel was clearly drinking too much and he thought he heard Sinead talking to him at the home they shared with their baby son Bertie.
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Then he caused upset by bagging up Sinead's belongings which ended up being collected as rubbish.
He asked Bethany to marry him with Sinead's ring and called her by his wife's name.
Realising he was still grieving, his girlfriend called an end to their relationship and moved away to start a new life as a writer in London alone.
Suprisingly, Sinead's auntie Beth Sutherland offered to go to Scotland with Daniel to look after Bertie while he got the help he needed.
After growing a beard Daniel, played by Oldham actor Rob Mallard, returns from the retreat with a new well-groomed look with coiffed hair.
And his dad Ken Barlow is pleased to hear he found it a great help.
The storyline allowed Rob's Corrie co-star Lisa George, who plays Beth, to wow fans on the ITV celeb skating show Dancing On Ice.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Where are Mary and Marina on Gogglebox?

Where are Mary and Marina on Gogglebox?

For Gogglebox fans , not much has changed as the programme is still making it to air every Friday night .
Our favourite armchair critics are still dishing out their views on the week 's telly giving us plenty of laughs along the way .
But viewers of the Channel 4 hit have noticed a particular absense .
Bristol duo Mary and Marina have been a part of the show since 2016 but for the last few weeks have n't been a part of the show .
The best friends met at the retirement community where they both live around @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Channel 4 show after being approached by a researcher from the show outside the retirement community where they live .
And Mary , 90 , and Marina , 84 , have been popular additions ever since .
But as mentioned , they have n't appeared in the most recent run and viewers have been concerned about their obvious absense .
`` Hope Mary & Marina are well , miss seeing them , '' one viewer tweeted .
Another said : `` I know it 's because they 're probably isolating but are Mary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the producers or their family let us know ?
I miss them '' .
In response to one viewer , one of Gogglebox 's producers Tania Alexander confirmed that the ladies are completely fine .
`` We speak each week .
They are fine .
Thank you for your concern , '' she wrote in the tweet .

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For Gogglebox fans, not much has changed as the programme is still making it to air every Friday night.
Our favourite armchair critics are still dishing out their views on the week's telly giving us plenty of laughs along the way.
But viewers of the Channel 4 hit have noticed a particular absense.
Bristol duo Mary and Marina have been a part of the show since 2016 but for the last few weeks haven't been a part of the show.
The best friends met at the retirement community where they both live around 10 years ago.
(Image: Channel 4)
They joined the Channel 4 show after being approached by a researcher from the show outside the retirement community where they live.
And Mary, 90, and Marina, 84, have been popular additions ever since.
But as mentioned, they haven't appeared in the most recent run and viewers have been concerned about their obvious absense.
"Hope Mary & Marina are well, miss seeing them," one viewer tweeted.
Another said: "I know it's because they're probably isolating but are Mary and Marina okay?? Can any of the producers or their family let us know? I miss them".
In response to one viewer, one of Gogglebox's producers Tania Alexander confirmed that the ladies are completely fine.
"We speak each week. They are fine. Thank you for your concern," she wrote in the tweet.
Gogglebox airs Friday's at 9pm on Channel 4.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Why are sisters Ellie and Izzi Warner back together on Gogglebox?

Gogglebox has continued to keep us entertained over the last few weeks .
Our favourite armchair critics have still been letting us in on their views of the weeks telly - with everything from Britain 's Got Talent to the news being covered .
There 's been tears and plenty of laughs and luckily it 's one of the shows that can carry on filming despite current circumstances .
However , the Channel 4 hit has faced a lot of questions as viewers did n't understand why some were not social distancing .
Best pals Jenny and Lee explained earlier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ together in Jenny 's caravan in Hull .
But then talk turned to Leeds sisters Ellie and Izzi Warner .
For a couple of weeks , it appeared that Ellie 's boyfriend was filling in for Izzi following the lockdown announcement .
However last week , Izzi re-joined her sister leaving some confused .
A Gogglebox spokesperson has now explained : `` Most of the families live together but where they don ’ t , they are complying with PHE [ Public Health England ] social distancing guidelines .
`` Gogglebox will only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to do so .
The health and safety of our cast and crew is paramount . ''
Broadcasting watchdog Ofcom has also said that it has received complaints about the apparent breach of rules and are assessing viewers concerns .
The Siddiqui family line-up has also changed with dad Sid missing from the show for a couple of weeks .
He also said on social media that the family wo n't be seen together on the show because of social distancing .
Bristol duo Mary and Marina , who both live in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ absent from the show .
After fans voiced their concerns , a producer for the show said the pair are doing just fine and are staying in touch .

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Gogglebox has continued to keep us entertained over the last few weeks.
Our favourite armchair critics have still been letting us in on their views of the weeks telly - with everything from Britain's Got Talent to the news being covered.
There's been tears and plenty of laughs and luckily it's one of the shows that can carry on filming despite current circumstances.
However, the Channel 4 hit has faced a lot of questions as viewers didn't understand why some were not social distancing.
Best pals Jenny and Lee explained earlier in the series that they are isolating together in Jenny's caravan in Hull.
But then talk turned to Leeds sisters Ellie and Izzi Warner.
(Image: Channel 4)
For a couple of weeks, it appeared that Ellie's boyfriend was filling in for Izzi following the lockdown announcement.
However last week, Izzi re-joined her sister leaving some confused.
A Gogglebox spokesperson has now explained: "Most of the families live together but where they don’t, they are complying with PHE [Public Health England] social distancing guidelines.
"Gogglebox will only film with families where it's safe to do so. The health and safety of our cast and crew is paramount."
Broadcasting watchdog Ofcom has also said that it has received complaints about the apparent breach of rules and are assessing viewers concerns.
The Siddiqui family line-up has also changed with dad Sid missing from the show for a couple of weeks.
He also said on social media that the family won't be seen together on the show because of social distancing.
Bristol duo Mary and Marina, who both live in the same retirement complex, have also been absent from the show.
After fans voiced their concerns, a producer for the show said the pair are doing just fine and are staying in touch.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Man City news and transfers RECAP

Man City news and transfers RECAP

Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has reacted to being dubbed the best midfielder in the world .
De Bruyne has excelled in the past few seasons with Pep Guardiola 's side , helping City to back-to-back Premier League titles and a wealth of other domestic honours .
That has seen the reputation of De Bruyne increase significantly , with the 28-year-old widely regarded to be the greatest midfielder in the world .
While De Bruyne has admitted that he 's proud to be judged so highly , it was n't something he ever strived for and his main focus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fills me with pride .
As a football player , you have a long journey and when you start you just want to be a player , you don ’ t think about being the best , it ’ s impossible to think that you ’ re going to be one of the best in the world , '' he told Sky Sports .
“ The main thing for me is winning .
When that goes on , you want to evolve and that gets higher.
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Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has reacted to being dubbed the best midfielder in the world.
De Bruyne has excelled in the past few seasons with Pep Guardiola's side, helping City to back-to-back Premier League titles and a wealth of other domestic honours.
That has seen the reputation of De Bruyne increase significantly, with the 28-year-old widely regarded to be the greatest midfielder in the world.
While De Bruyne has admitted that he's proud to be judged so highly, it wasn't something he ever strived for and his main focus has always been winning.
“It fills me with pride. As a football player, you have a long journey and when you start you just want to be a player, you don’t think about being the best, it’s impossible to think that you’re going to be one of the best in the world," he told Sky Sports.
“The main thing for me is winning. When that goes on, you want to evolve and that gets higher.”
Follow for the latest City news throughout the day.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Manchester United news and transfers RECAP

Manchester United chiefs believe they can get top target Jadon Sancho for a cut-price fee as a result of the @ @ @ @ @ reports .
Although football is suspended due to the COVID-19 outbreak , United boss Ole @ @ @ @ @ the club are continuing to hold internal discussions on transfer targets .
United are hoping @ @ @ @ @ once the window reopens again and have identified Sancho is a top priority .
Thanks @ @ @ @ @ Sancho is expected to make a big money move away from Germany in the next @ @ @ @ @ Madrid and Barcelona also linked .
However , according to The Transfer Window Podcast , @ @ @ @ @ sold for much less than the touted £120million asking price .
It 's expected that @ @ @ @ @ a massive impact on the transfer market and lower the value of players , with @ @ @ @ @ they can secure Sancho 's services for around the £52million mark .
All the latest @ @ @ @ @ day .

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Manchester United chiefs believe they can get top target Jadon Sancho for a cut-price fee as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, according to reports.
Although football is suspended due to the COVID-19 outbreak, United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has confirmed that the club are continuing to hold internal discussions on transfer targets.
United are hoping to further improve their squad once the window reopens again and have identified Sancho is a top priority.
Thanks to his scintillating form, Sancho is expected to make a big money move away from Germany in the next window with Chelsea, Real Madrid and Barcelona also linked.
However, according to The Transfer Window Podcast, the England international may be sold for much less than the touted £120million asking price.
It's expected that the coronavirus crisis will have a massive impact on the transfer market and lower the value of players, with the report suggesting United believe they can secure Sancho's services for around the £52million mark.
All the latest Manchester United news throughout the day.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Madrid want Pogba and Camavinga plus more Man Utd transfer rumours

Real Madrid do n't view Rennes prospect Eduardo Camavinga as an alternative to Manchester United star Paul Pogba as Zinedine Zidane wants to sign both players - according to reports .
Pogba has long been linked with a switch to Spain after stating his desire to leave United last summer , though an exit failed to materialise .
The Frenchman 's season has been plagued by injury and his contract is set to expire in 2021 but United retain the option to extend it for a further season .
MEN Sport understand the Reds are yet to trigger the clause @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dressing room sources told the MEN Pogba 's 'head is not currently at the club ' in the New Year , though he remains very popular among friends and teammates at the club .
Reports have suggested that Madrid could move for Camavinga , 17 , as an alternative to Pogba but L'Equipe believe Zidane wants both players signed .
They report Madrid have accelerated their transfer plans for both players in order to inject life into their ageing midfield but nothing has been agreed yet .
Camavinga is believed to have a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will remain with the Ligue 1 side should they qualify for the Champions League .
They currently sit third in the standings which could scupper the deal .
Elsewhere , reports suggest United are willing to sell defender Diogo Dalot amid interest from Barcelona and Paris-Saint Germain .
The Portuguese has struggled for game time after overcoming his injury problems with Aaron Wan-Bissaka firmly the first-choice right back at the club .
O Jogo claim Paris-Saint Germain are interested in the defender with United reportedly willing to sell the former Porto defender for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ identified 21-year-old as an ideal replacement for Nelson Semedo .

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Real Madrid don't view Rennes prospect Eduardo Camavinga as an alternative to Manchester United star Paul Pogba as Zinedine Zidane wants to sign both players - according to reports.
Pogba has long been linked with a switch to Spain after stating his desire to leave United last summer, though an exit failed to materialise.
The Frenchman's season has been plagued by injury and his contract is set to expire in 2021 but United retain the option to extend it for a further season.
MEN Sport understand the Reds are yet to trigger the clause and are relaxed about his future. Dressing room sources told the MEN Pogba's 'head is not currently at the club' in the New Year, though he remains very popular among friends and teammates at the club.
Reports have suggested that Madrid could move for Camavinga, 17, as an alternative to Pogba but L'Equipe believe Zidane wants both players signed.
They report Madrid have accelerated their transfer plans for both players in order to inject life into their ageing midfield but nothing has been agreed yet.
Camavinga is believed to have a gentleman's agreement with Rennes that he will remain with the Ligue 1 side should they qualify for the Champions League. They currently sit third in the standings which could scupper the deal.
Elsewhere, reports suggest United are willing to sell defender Diogo Dalot amid interest from Barcelona and Paris-Saint Germain.
The Portuguese has struggled for game time after overcoming his injury problems with Aaron Wan-Bissaka firmly the first-choice right back at the club.
O Jogo claim Paris-Saint Germain are interested in the defender with United reportedly willing to sell the former Porto defender for €35million.
Sport also believe Barcelona have identified 21-year-old as an ideal replacement for Nelson Semedo.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Mike Phelan asked about Manchester United summer transfer plans

Mike Phelan said Manchester United are always looking to recruit players who will improve the squad after he was asked which positions the club is looking to strengthen in when the transfer window opens .
The MEN understands United have made Jadon Sancho their top target , while James Maddison and Jack Grealish are also under consideration , as is the prodigious Birmingham City teenager Jude Bellingham .
In a Q & A hosted on the Manchester FA 's Twitter page on Friday night , Phelan would not be drawn on specific positions United are hoping to strengthen in as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ always looking to find the right players to improve and bolster the squad . ''
Phelan returned to United as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's interim assistant manager in December 2018 after Jose Mourinho was sacked and United have endured an up and down period under Solskjaer .
The 57-year-old Phelan 's permanent return to United was confirmed in May last year .
Asked by a separate Twitter user what he has been most impressed by since returning to the club , Phelan responded : `` I think what 's impressed me the most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ want to do better again .
`` Suddenly , people have found something to smile about again - there 's a general uplift and sense of goodwill around the place . ''
United were on an 11-match unbeaten streak when football ground to a halt in March and Phelan said self-belief within the squad will be key to keeping that run going whenever the sport resumes .
`` To maintain it , we have to believe that what we are doing is right , '' Phelan said .
`` Nobody knows how the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hope that what we 've built will give us a great starting point for the future . ''

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Mike Phelan said Manchester United are always looking to recruit players who will improve the squad after he was asked which positions the club is looking to strengthen in when the transfer window opens.
The MEN understands United have made Jadon Sancho their top target, while James Maddison and Jack Grealish are also under consideration, as is the prodigious Birmingham City teenager Jude Bellingham.
In a Q&A hosted on the Manchester FA's Twitter page on Friday night, Phelan would not be drawn on specific positions United are hoping to strengthen in as he responded: "Manchester United are always looking to find the right players to improve and bolster the squad."
Phelan returned to United as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's interim assistant manager in December 2018 after Jose Mourinho was sacked and United have endured an up and down period under Solskjaer. The 57-year-old Phelan's permanent return to United was confirmed in May last year.
Asked by a separate Twitter user what he has been most impressed by since returning to the club, Phelan responded: "I think what's impressed me the most is the coming together of people who want to do better again.
"Suddenly, people have found something to smile about again - there's a general uplift and sense of goodwill around the place."
United were on an 11-match unbeaten streak when football ground to a halt in March and Phelan said self-belief within the squad will be key to keeping that run going whenever the sport resumes.
"To maintain it, we have to believe that what we are doing is right," Phelan said. "Nobody knows how the current situation will unfold, but we hope that what we've built will give us a great starting point for the future."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Gov warns key workers not to ‘waste’ coronavirus test orders

The government has warned some 10m key workers and their households not to ‘ waste ’ booking a coronavirus test as 16,000 were ordered on the first day of the online launch .
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps , who led Friday ’ s government briefing , said the public should only be taking the test if they have reason to .
Speaking from Downing Street , he said : “ There 's no point taking the test unless you think you have some symptoms , particularly no point if suspected to have it already.
” Professor Jenny Harries echoed his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that the public use these tests in the way intended . '
The deputy chief medical officer said : “ This is the ‘ Have you got it now ?
’ test it and it will be a wasted test if people track online , take one of those tests up , to find it ’ s a negative result.
” She added : “ What we really want to do is encourage those who have symptoms to take the test or where somebody in their family does , then if these do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ those people can be back at work.
” When questioned over the effectiveness of a non-medical worker performing the test , Prof Harries assured that in the piloting stage , the tests ran parallel with a trained worker and a non-trained worker , and results were 'remarkably comparable ' .
Furthermore , Mr Shapps dismissed suggestions that the website allowing critical workers to book tests had crashed .
He said : “ There were reports that the website had crashed , which it hadn ’ t , it was simply that the slots @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We ’ ve seen in the last few days this difference between the capacity available , I think the last figure I saw was 51,000 , and the number of tests done , 28,000 yesterday .
“ And how important it is to make sure we ’ re using that available capacity , people being able to book online directly , that ’ s all the critical workers , 10.72 million people with their families , are those who are able now to use that site.
” He confirmed : “ I can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ during the first period of that being online and the site has actually been brought back up around now for more people to go and book sites , it will then close off again , more tests will become available tomorrow and so on.
” On Thursday , Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced that people whose work is critical to the Covid-19 response , and those they live with , will be able to register for a test if they have symptoms , such as a high temperature or a continuous dry cough @ @ @ @ @ @ @ police officers , teachers , social workers , undertakers , journalists and those who work in supermarkets and food production and essential utilities are among those now eligible along with those working in childcare .
At Thursday 's daily Downing Street briefing , Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the move was 'part of getting Britain back on her feet ' .

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The government has warned some 10m key workers and their households not to ‘waste’ booking a coronavirus test as 16,000 were ordered on the first day of the online launch.
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps, who led Friday’s government briefing, said the public should only be taking the test if they have reason to.
Speaking from Downing Street, he said: “There's no point taking the test unless you think you have some symptoms, particularly no point if suspected to have it already.”
Professor Jenny Harries echoed his comments and said it’s 'important that the public use these tests in the way intended.'
The deputy chief medical officer said: “This is the ‘Have you got it now?’ test it and it will be a wasted test if people track online, take one of those tests up, to find it’s a negative result.”
She added: “What we really want to do is encourage those who have symptoms to take the test or where somebody in their family does, then if these do prove negative, then it does mean those people can be back at work.”
When questioned over the effectiveness of a non-medical worker performing the test, Prof Harries assured that in the piloting stage, the tests ran parallel with a trained worker and a non-trained worker, and results were 'remarkably comparable'.
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Furthermore, Mr Shapps dismissed suggestions that the website allowing critical workers to book tests had crashed.
He said: “There were reports that the website had crashed, which it hadn’t, it was simply that the slots for today were taken up.
“We’ve seen in the last few days this difference between the capacity available, I think the last figure I saw was 51,000, and the number of tests done, 28,000 yesterday.
“And how important it is to make sure we’re using that available capacity, people being able to book online directly, that’s all the critical workers, 10.72 million people with their families, are those who are able now to use that site.”
He confirmed: “I can tell you 16,000 of those were booked during the first period of that being online and the site has actually been brought back up around now for more people to go and book sites, it will then close off again, more tests will become available tomorrow and so on.”
On Thursday, Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced that people whose work is critical to the Covid-19 response, and those they live with, will be able to register for a test if they have symptoms, such as a high temperature or a continuous dry cough.
NHS and social care staff, police officers, teachers, social workers, undertakers, journalists and those who work in supermarkets and food production and essential utilities are among those now eligible along with those working in childcare.
At Thursday's daily Downing Street briefing, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the move was 'part of getting Britain back on her feet'.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Corrie horror as vile Geoff infects Yasmeen with sex disease

Corrie viewers were horrified to see abuser Geoff Metcalfe leading his wife upstairs at the end of Friday 's episode .
Fans have had enough of Yasmeen being pushed around by her bullying and manipulative husband , and they were sickened to see him cosying up to her and suggesting an early night after he 's been cheating on her with escorts .
Geoff has been controlling his wife for months and was secretly delighted to witness her falling out with her best friend Cathy Matthews .
Dubbing himself 'the love doctor ' Geoff told his wife : `` Let @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the perfect day . ''
`` Ugh I feel like my skin just crawled off and died behind the settee ... '' said another on Twitter .
Next week Yasmeen , feeling under the weather , heads to see Dr Susan Gaddas at the medical centre and is told that she 's tested positive for the sexually transmitted disease chlamydia .
Sneaky Geoff immediately accuses her of infidelity and is outraged when she brings him up the subject of him seeing escorts .
He hits back by saying she must have caught it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This kicks off a terrifying chain of events next week which will see Geoff order her to wear an overtly sexy dress to the Rovers .
He later viciously reveals that he bought the sexy dress for one of his many escorts and a trapped Yasmeen snatches a wine bottle , slashing his neck in dramatic scenes .
Some Corrie viewers have switched off over the uncomfortable scenes but the writers have explained why they are so necessary .
Amy Coombs , senior storyliner , said they wanted to show that with domestic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ physical .
The soap has worked with the organisations Women 's Aid and charity Independent Choices Greater Manchester on the coercive control story .
Coronation Street also joined forces with Women ’ s Aid to highlight the help available to those in danger from domestic abuse during the coronavirus lockdown .
A video featuring past and present stars of the soap has been released online aimed at those who are at risk .
One of the cast speaking in the video is Shelley King who plays Yasmeen .
With the nation being asked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ under COVID-19 social distancing guidelines , for many this is the least safe option as they find themselves trapped in lockdown with their abusers .
Anyone needing help , but fearing an abuser may hear them calling , can dial 999 .
Then when the call is answered press 55 and police will know they need assistance .
If you or someone you know is at risk from domestic abuse visit womensaid.org.uk

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Corrie viewers were horrified to see abuser Geoff Metcalfe leading his wife upstairs at the end of Friday's episode.
Fans have had enough of Yasmeen being pushed around by her bullying and manipulative husband, and they were sickened to see him cosying up to her and suggesting an early night after he's been cheating on her with escorts.
Geoff has been controlling his wife for months and was secretly delighted to witness her falling out with her best friend Cathy Matthews.
Dubbing himself 'the love doctor' Geoff told his wife: "Let's make it the perfect ending to the perfect day."
(Image: Coronation Street/ITV)
"I feel sick" said one viewer.
"Eww Geoff," said another.
"Ugh I feel like my skin just crawled off and died behind the settee..." said another on Twitter.
Next week Yasmeen, feeling under the weather, heads to see Dr Susan Gaddas at the medical centre and is told that she's tested positive for the sexually transmitted disease chlamydia.
Sneaky Geoff immediately accuses her of infidelity and is outraged when she brings him up the subject of him seeing escorts.
(Image: Coronation Street/ITV)
He hits back by saying she must have caught it from her ex husband Sharif Nazir.
This kicks off a terrifying chain of events next week which will see Geoff order her to wear an overtly sexy dress to the Rovers.
He later viciously reveals that he bought the sexy dress for one of his many escorts and a trapped Yasmeen snatches a wine bottle, slashing his neck in dramatic scenes.
(Image: Coronation Street/ITV)
Some Corrie viewers have switched off over the uncomfortable scenes but the writers have explained why they are so necessary.
Amy Coombs, senior storyliner, said they wanted to show that with domestic abuse doesn't have to just be physical.
The soap has worked with the organisations Women's Aid and charity Independent Choices Greater Manchester on the coercive control story.
(Image: Coronation Street/ITV)
Coronation Street also joined forces with Women’s Aid to highlight the help available to those in danger from domestic abuse during the coronavirus lockdown.
A video featuring past and present stars of the soap has been released online aimed at those who are at risk.
One of the cast speaking in the video is Shelley King who plays Yasmeen.
With the nation being asked to stay at home and stay safe under COVID-19 social distancing guidelines, for many this is the least safe option as they find themselves trapped in lockdown with their abusers.
Anyone needing help, but fearing an abuser may hear them calling, can dial 999. Then when the call is answered press 55 and police will know they need assistance.
If you or someone you know is at risk from domestic abuse visit womensaid.org.uk
Coronation Street airs Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7.30pm.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-04-24--Mum 'disgusted' after woman spits at her five-year-old son in park

A mum says she is 'absolutely disgusted ' after her son was spat at by a woman in a park .
Jazmin Jelbert was with her two young sons , Arthur , five , and three-year-old Teddy , when the incident took place at Ashton 's King George V Playing Fields , in Tameside .
The mum had taken her boys and their pug Jenson for their daily walk on Wednesday afternoon , with the fields the closet place for a stroll near to their home .
But when Arthur fell over and cut his knee , Jenson wandered over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by a couple .
It was then that Jazmin says the couple 'went utterly off the rails ' , trying to kick her dog and swearing and shouting at her as she tried to calm her son .
`` My dog just went over and was sniffing near them but the woman was shouting and trying to kick him .
`` She was saying 'move your fu**in dog otherwise I 'm going to kick it .
She kept saying her dog was a reactive dog and trying to show me something on her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was coming so close to me and I just said ' I 'm not interested ' , she was coming into my personal space and trying to shove the phone in my face while I was trying to deal with my crying son .
`` If she 'd have just said 'can you grab your dog ' that would have been fine , but she was just shouting and the more I did n't take her on , the angrier she got . ''
Jazmin , a mental health support worker for vulnerable @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bent down with my son as his leg was bleeding .
She was standing so close to us and because I was n't rising to her she lost her temper and spat .
It landed on the bottom of my son 's back .
`` She tried to justify it saying she spat at my dog but I was just appalled .
It 's bad enough going out at the moment and keeping space from people without something like this . ''
The 29-year-old said a nearby couple helped to calm her down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rush to get home and get her son showered , she forget to take their details .
She has since been in touch with them after a social media appeal and they have agreed to give their version of events to the police , who Jazmin has already contacted .
She 's hoping anyone else who saw what happened , or knows who the dog owner is , will get in touch .
`` Arthur keeps asking 'why did that lady spit at me ' ?
, '' added Jazmin .
`` I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she 's disgusting and she is going to get in trouble by the police .
I 'm appalled that someone could do that to a child . ''
Greater Manchester Police have been contacted by the M.E.N for comment .

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A mum says she is 'absolutely disgusted' after her son was spat at by a woman in a park.
Jazmin Jelbert was with her two young sons, Arthur, five, and three-year-old Teddy, when the incident took place at Ashton's King George V Playing Fields, in Tameside.
The mum had taken her boys and their pug Jenson for their daily walk on Wednesday afternoon, with the fields the closet place for a stroll near to their home.
But when Arthur fell over and cut his knee, Jenson wandered over to another dog who was being walked by a couple.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
It was then that Jazmin says the couple 'went utterly off the rails', trying to kick her dog and swearing and shouting at her as she tried to calm her son.
"My dog just went over and was sniffing near them but the woman was shouting and trying to kick him.
"She was saying 'move your fu**in dog otherwise I'm going to kick it. She kept saying her dog was a reactive dog and trying to show me something on her phone about reactive dogs.
"She was coming so close to me and I just said 'I'm not interested', she was coming into my personal space and trying to shove the phone in my face while I was trying to deal with my crying son.
"If she'd have just said 'can you grab your dog' that would have been fine, but she was just shouting and the more I didn't take her on, the angrier she got."
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Jazmin, a mental health support worker for vulnerable adults, added: "I was bent down with my son as his leg was bleeding. She was standing so close to us and because I wasn't rising to her she lost her temper and spat. It landed on the bottom of my son's back.
"She tried to justify it saying she spat at my dog but I was just appalled. It's bad enough going out at the moment and keeping space from people without something like this."
The 29-year-old said a nearby couple helped to calm her down, but because she was in a rush to get home and get her son showered, she forget to take their details.
She has since been in touch with them after a social media appeal and they have agreed to give their version of events to the police, who Jazmin has already contacted.
She's hoping anyone else who saw what happened, or knows who the dog owner is, will get in touch.
"Arthur keeps asking 'why did that lady spit at me'?," added Jazmin. "I've just told him it's because she's disgusting and she is going to get in trouble by the police. I'm appalled that someone could do that to a child."
Greater Manchester Police have been contacted by the M.E.N for comment.