themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-14--Man United academy's two-pronged approach to producing young players

Manchester United 's head of academy has lifted the lid on the club 's two-pronged approach to producing young players and why sometimes it 's about `` more than football '' .
United are famed for their production of homegrown players , having named a product from their own academy in a matchday squad on more than 4,000 consecutive occasions .
Cox explained to the Training Ground Guru podcast why United are keen to hone their youngsters ' educations and `` enrich their lives '' , as well as developing future stars of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's first team .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ success , Cox said : `` I guess it 's two-fold .
Certainly the most obvious measurement of success is : can we help young people to make debuts and go on to have careers as successful footballers ?
`` And I would suggest there 's an organisational demand for us to try and produce talented players that can go on to be part of a winning Manchester United first team .
To make sure we are successful , in keeping with our traditions , and to make sure we have a team @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an be proud of , because that 's always been the way at Manchester United .
`` However I 'm a firm believer that if you make that your sole focus , you actually will fail .
Because there 's only a small number of the young people that we work with that actually will go on the journey to debut at Man United and a few more will debut at other clubs and have careers at other clubs .
“ We were proud to have hit that magical figure of 4,000 consecutive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ squad dating back 82 years .
We know we 're good at that , we 're proud of it .
It ’ s something the fans demand , something the directors want to see , something the manager firmly believes in , and that ’ s wonderful . ''
But Cox then went on to explain United 's wider philsophy .
Because although Solskjaer and the club 's head of first team development Nicky Butt are keen to unearth the next Mason Greenwood or Marcus Rashford , it 's Cox 's job to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ majority who do n't quite make the cut - have seen the academy process as a positive experience .
`` However , there is a higher existence , is n't there ? ''
he added .
`` There 's a greater victory than just producing talent .
We need to make sure we 've taken players on a journey whereby we 've helped them reach their full potential , no matter what that means for them in terms of a football career .
We need to make sure they 're in love with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lifelong participation in sport , because it 's an amazing part of social development and staying fit and healthy .
`` More importantly that that , we need to make sure that our academy and the programme we deliver is an amazing addition to childhood years .
That young people 's lives are enriched from being associated with us , so they can reflect on their time with us and consider that we were a positive influence on their lives - whether they became a professional footballer or not .
`` It 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fashion .
It 's about more than football . ''
Cox named Butt and Rashford as two inspirational figures for the academy , having both graduated to the first team in different eras and now held up as examples to future generations .
He added : `` Nicky is a huge influence on the culture we have at United , for everything that he 's been through for a local Manchester lad that has been associated with the club from the age of 12 .
He 's another one of those voices who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ come from and the right way to do stuff .
`` Marcus has been a wonderful ambassador for the club and for the academy in the way he 's conducted himself in the public eye during a really challenging time .
He 's led by example and that will be tricking down to Mason Greenwood , and then it will be his job to pass the message down to those in younger age groups . ''

Manchester United's head of academy has lifted the lid on the club's two-pronged approach to producing young players and why sometimes it's about "more than football".
United are famed for their production of homegrown players, having named a product from their own academy in a matchday squad on more than 4,000 consecutive occasions.
Cox explained to the Training Ground Guru podcast why United are keen to hone their youngsters' educations and "enrich their lives", as well as developing future stars of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's first team.
Asked about how the academy measures its success, Cox said: "I guess it's two-fold. Certainly the most obvious measurement of success is: can we help young people to make debuts and go on to have careers as successful footballers?
"And I would suggest there's an organisational demand for us to try and produce talented players that can go on to be part of a winning Manchester United first team. To make sure we are successful, in keeping with our traditions, and to make sure we have a team with young homegrown players in that we an be proud of, because that's always been the way at Manchester United.
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"However I'm a firm believer that if you make that your sole focus, you actually will fail. Because there's only a small number of the young people that we work with that actually will go on the journey to debut at Man United and a few more will debut at other clubs and have careers at other clubs.
“We were proud to have hit that magical figure of 4,000 consecutive games with a homegrown player in the squad dating back 82 years. We know we're good at that, we're proud of it. It’s something the fans demand, something the directors want to see, something the manager firmly believes in, and that’s wonderful."
But Cox then went on to explain United's wider philsophy.
Because although Solskjaer and the club's head of first team development Nicky Butt are keen to unearth the next Mason Greenwood or Marcus Rashford, it's Cox's job to ensure the other youngsters - the vast majority who don't quite make the cut - have seen the academy process as a positive experience.
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"However, there is a higher existence, isn't there?" he added.
"There's a greater victory than just producing talent. We need to make sure we've taken players on a journey whereby we've helped them reach their full potential, no matter what that means for them in terms of a football career. We need to make sure they're in love with the game and continue to have a lifelong participation in sport, because it's an amazing part of social development and staying fit and healthy.
"More importantly that that, we need to make sure that our academy and the programme we deliver is an amazing addition to childhood years. That young people's lives are enriched from being associated with us, so they can reflect on their time with us and consider that we were a positive influence on their lives - whether they became a professional footballer or not.
"It's not just about churning footballers in sterile fashion. It's about more than football."
Cox named Butt and Rashford as two inspirational figures for the academy, having both graduated to the first team in different eras and now held up as examples to future generations.
He added: "Nicky is a huge influence on the culture we have at United, for everything that he's been through for a local Manchester lad that has been associated with the club from the age of 12. He's another one of those voices who's reminded us of where we've come from and the right way to do stuff.
"Marcus has been a wonderful ambassador for the club and for the academy in the way he's conducted himself in the public eye during a really challenging time. He's led by example and that will be tricking down to Mason Greenwood, and then it will be his job to pass the message down to those in younger age groups."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-14--Everything shoppers need to know about Cheshire Oaks reopening

In line with the British Government ’ s latest advice , Cheshire Oaks wil be reopening many of its shops on Monday June 15 .
Initially , the centre will re-open with restricted customer capacities and adjusted opening hours from 10am to 6pm , Monday to Sunday .
Social distancing and hygiene measures have been put in place ahead of re-opening .
Cheshire Oaks says it is committed to ensuring the Government-recommended 2 metres between customers and has implemented queueing and one-way systems where appropriate .
While wearing a face covering in the centre is not a mandated requirement , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ If you can , wear a face covering in enclosed public spaces where social distancing isn ’ t possible and where you will come into contact with people you do not normally meet ” .
Cheshire Oaks has made hand sanitisers available in common areas and has implemented a cleaning regime that ensures public spaces and high touch points are regularly disinfected .
The centre ’ s toilets will operate with designated toilet attendants and will be cleaned every 30 minutes .
Cheshire Oaks is committed to the safe management of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in place , the centre will adopt car and customer counting systems throughout its premises .
The Designer Outlet ’ s website will be updated ahead of opening , with a traffic light system outlining the quiet , moderate and busy times to visit , helping customers to plan a trip to suit their needs and easing the flow of traffic .
The centre has worked alongside Cheshire Police , Cheshire West and Chester Council and Highways England to ensure that its re-opening will not have any negative impact on the wider road @ @ @ @ @ @ @ operate with 50 % less parking spaces to help control the number of customers on-site at any one time .
A dedicated team will be present to manage traffic and ensure that the Designer Outlet is operating as safely and effectively as possible , but should there be a need to reduce visitor numbers , centre closure barriers can and will be used to temporarily restrict access .
The centre will also share live information on any potential waiting times or temporary restrictions online and via its social media channels .
Kenny Murray @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Outlet , says : `` We have been working hard behind the scenes to ensure that the centre is ready for re-opening .
The health and safety of our guests is paramount , so whilst the new measures we have put in place may mean that the centre looks and feels a little different , we are confident that visitors will still very much enjoy their trip .
My team and I are looking forward to welcoming shoppers back on Monday . ''
Many of Cheshire Oaks ' food and drink partners will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with restaurants and cafes offering takeaway-only services .
To help the centre to adhere to social distancing guidelines , any surrounding seating areas will remain closed .
Once open , the Designer Outlet will update individual brand ’ s pages on its website regularly , so encourages customers to check online for further information and specific store openings before planning their visit .

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In line with the British Government’s latest advice, Cheshire Oaks wil be reopening many of its shops on Monday June 15.
Initially, the centre will re-open with restricted customer capacities and adjusted opening hours from 10am to 6pm, Monday to Sunday.
Social distancing and hygiene measures have been put in place ahead of re-opening.
Cheshire Oaks says it is committed to ensuring the Government-recommended 2 metres between customers and has implemented queueing and one-way systems where appropriate.
While wearing a face covering in the centre is not a mandated requirement, the government’s current advice says:“If you can, wear a face covering in enclosed public spaces where social distancing isn’t possible and where you will come into contact with people you do not normally meet”.
Cheshire Oaks has made hand sanitisers available in common areas and has implemented a cleaning regime that ensures public spaces and high touch points are regularly disinfected.
The centre’s toilets will operate with designated toilet attendants and will be cleaned every 30 minutes.
Cheshire Oaks is committed to the safe management of visitor numbers and with new capacity limits in place, the centre will adopt car and customer counting systems throughout its premises.
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The Designer Outlet’s website will be updated ahead of opening, with a traffic light system outlining the quiet , moderate and busy times to visit, helping customers to plan a trip to suit their needs and easing the flow of traffic.
The centre has worked alongside Cheshire Police, Cheshire West and Chester Council and Highways England to ensure that its re-opening will not have any negative impact on the wider road network.
The Designer Outlet will initially operate with 50% less parking spaces to help control the number of customers on-site at any one time.
A dedicated team will be present to manage traffic and ensure that the Designer Outlet is operating as safely and effectively as possible, but should there be a need to reduce visitor numbers, centre closure barriers can and will be used to temporarily restrict access.
The centre will also share live information on any potential waiting times or temporary restrictions online and via its social media channels.
Kenny Murray, General Manager at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet, says: "We have been working hard behind the scenes to ensure that the centre is ready for re-opening.
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The health and safety of our guests is paramount, so whilst the new measures we have put in place may mean that the centre looks and feels a little different, we are confident that visitors will still very much enjoy their trip. My team and I are looking forward to welcoming shoppers back on Monday."
Many of Cheshire Oaks' food and drink partners will also re-open on Monday 15 June, with restaurants and cafes offering takeaway-only services. To help the centre to adhere to social distancing guidelines, any surrounding seating areas will remain closed.
Once open, the Designer Outlet will update individual brand’s pages on its website regularly, so encourages customers to check online for further information and specific store openings before planning their visit.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--The shocking toll of coronavirus on Leigh

Leigh East in Wigan has been hit harder than almost any area of Greater Manchester by COVID-19 , figures show .
There have been 30 coronavirus-related deaths in the area , according to the Office of National Statistics ( ONS ) .
Chadderton in Oldham is the only other place in the region that has seen as many deaths .
An interactive map reveals the true scale of COVID-19 deaths across the region .
The data reveals area-by-area deaths between March to May where coronavirus was mentioned on a death certificate as a cause .
Leigh East and Higher Folds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coroanvirus in the region .
In April , 15 people in the neighbourhood lost their lives , while a further 15 people died in May .
Prof Kate Ardern , Wigan council ’ s director for public health said : “ Our thoughts continue to go out to anyone who has lost loved ones during this health crisis .
“ It ’ s an incredibly tough time for many people and every death due to coronavirus will have a long-lasting impact for many families across the world .
“ It ’ s ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are higher in areas with a bigger population and higher proportion of older adults who we know are at most risk of covid-19 .
“ That is why we continue to work with every care home to reduce the risks through increased testing and PPE .
“ The picture across the borough is improving though with data during 14 days ( 25th May to 7th June ) showing Wigan had had 27 new cases confirmed – a rate of 8.2 per 100,000 population .
“ The response by the people of Wigan and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the virus has saved more lives being lost but there is still more work to do so I would urge everyone to not get complacent , maintain good personal hygiene and remain distanced when outside your home.
” Leigh East councillor and Wigan council ’ s cabinet member for adult social care , Keith Cuncliffe said several care homes in the area could partially explain the high figures .
He told the Local Democracy Reporting Service : “ We have two fairly large care homes in the area , which I think skews @ @ @ @ @ @ @ know that the 180-bed care home had a significant outbreak .
We deployed a team of council staff who were able to help in the home , ” he said .
This part of the borough has three nursing homes with a total of more than 200 beds .
Care homes across the country have become centres for coronavirus and ONS data earlier this month revealed that more than half of England ’ s coronavirus-related deaths would be people in care homes .
Last month , the LDRS reported that Wigan was the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ proportion of covid-19 outbreaks in care homes .
Nearly two-thirds of the borough ’ s care homes has reported outbreaks – one of the highest rates in the country and the highest in the north west .
Read more of today 's top stories here A Wigan council spokesperson said at the time : “ Our thoughts and sympathies are with the families of anyone who has sadly passed away through the coronavirus outbreak .
“ Unfortunately care homes support people who are most vulnerable to the virus and across the country we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ As a borough we have been very active in encouraging and supporting comprehensive testing in our care homes , so we have a very accurate picture of the number of cases.
” “ Since the start of the outbreak , care homes have stringently followed guidance and protocol to prevent the spread of the virus .
“ The council has continued to step up its own rollout of personal protective equipment ( PPE ) amid difficulties with the national supply chain , with council bosses sourcing up to 50,000 masks a week through @ @ @ @ @

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Leigh East in Wigan has been hit harder than almost any area of Greater Manchester by COVID-19, figures show.
There have been 30 coronavirus-related deaths in the area, according to the Office of National Statistics (ONS).
Chadderton in Oldham is the only other place in the region that has seen as many deaths.
An interactive map reveals the true scale of COVID-19 deaths across the region.
The data reveals area-by-area deaths between March to May where coronavirus was mentioned on a death certificate as a cause.
Leigh East and Higher Folds saw the highest number of deaths citing coroanvirus in the region.
In April, 15 people in the neighbourhood lost their lives, while a further 15 people died in May.
Prof Kate Ardern, Wigan council’s director for public health said: “Our thoughts continue to go out to anyone who has lost loved ones during this health crisis.
“It’s an incredibly tough time for many people and every death due to coronavirus will have a long-lasting impact for many families across the world.
“It’s ’s highly likely the number of cases are higher in areas with a bigger population and higher proportion of older adults who we know are at most risk of covid-19.
“That is why we continue to work with every care home to reduce the risks through increased testing and PPE.
“The picture across the borough is improving though with data during 14 days (25th May to 7th June) showing Wigan had had 27 new cases confirmed – a rate of 8.2 per 100,000 population.
“The response by the people of Wigan and Leigh to the restrictions introduced to fight the virus has saved more lives being lost but there is still more work to do so I would urge everyone to not get complacent, maintain good personal hygiene and remain distanced when outside your home.”
Leigh East councillor and Wigan council’s cabinet member for adult social care, Keith Cuncliffe said several care homes in the area could partially explain the high figures.
He told the Local Democracy Reporting Service: “We have two fairly large care homes in the area, which I think skews the figures a bit.
“I know that the 180-bed care home had a significant outbreak. We deployed a team of council staff who were able to help in the home,” he said.
This part of the borough has three nursing homes with a total of more than 200 beds.
Care homes across the country have become centres for coronavirus and ONS data earlier this month revealed that more than half of England’s coronavirus-related deaths would be people in care homes.
Last month, the LDRS reported that Wigan was the Greater Manchester local authority with the highest proportion of covid-19 outbreaks in care homes.
Nearly two-thirds of the borough’s care homes has reported outbreaks – one of the highest rates in the country and the highest in the north west.
A Wigan council spokesperson said at the time: “Our thoughts and sympathies are with the families of anyone who has sadly passed away through the coronavirus outbreak.
“Unfortunately care homes support people who are most vulnerable to the virus and across the country we are seeing the impact of this. As a borough we have been very active in encouraging and supporting comprehensive testing in our care homes, so we have a very accurate picture of the number of cases.”
“Since the start of the outbreak, care homes have stringently followed guidance and protocol to prevent the spread of the virus.
“The council has continued to step up its own rollout of personal protective equipment (PPE) amid difficulties with the national supply chain, with council bosses sourcing up to 50,000 masks a week through a private company.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--University buys 1,000 bikes so students can avoid buses and trains

A Greater Manchester university has bought 1,000 bicycles and safety helmets to help students avoid public transport .
The University of Bolton is targeting a September reopening date and wants pupils to be able to come and go from campus without worrying about catching Covid-19 .
The Student Bike Loan Scheme will give people a chance to rent a bicycle with a refundable deposit of £50 as long as they declare that they are competent to ride it .
There are also plans to provide refresher cycle sessions for any students who want them and open more spaces to lock @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 1,000 bikes and safety helmets have been ordered from Halfords but the University ’ s President and Vice Chancellor , Prof George Holmes , says more could be bought if required .
“ From September students will have access to a fully operational Covid-secure University campus and be able to study and engage in person with other students and staff thanks to the actions we have taken during this pandemic , '' Prof Holmes said .
“ We felt that a further logical measure was to give all students the opportunity to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on a loan basis .
“ It means they will be able to travel to and from University and between campuses , avoiding the need to use public transport where they may have legitimate concerns about the spread of the virus .
`` Cycling also has added health benefits for students , as well as helping to protect the environment .
“ More bicycle use aligns with Greater Manchester ’ s strategy to increase the numbers of people cycling.
” Other measures planned as part of the university 's reopening include walk-through temperatures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for students and staff .
There will also be changes to scheduling so that only limited numbers of students are on campus at any one time .
The university also plans to set up multiple `` learning zones '' in large spaces across campus including tables with plastic dividing screens to allow communication between people facing one another .
And , there will be additional self-service , café-style takeaway food and drink stations to minimise queues .
For details of businesses now open in your area , enter your postcode below : Prof @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bolton is well ahead of the game in transforming its campus to create a place where our students feel safe and happy .
“ The University student experience is not just about learning .
Students want to see their friends in person , they want to engage with their tutors .
“ We can ensure they will be able to do this in Bolton safely in September.
” For a video detailing what the University of Bolton will be doing when it reopens , click here .

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A Greater Manchester university has bought 1,000 bicycles and safety helmets to help students avoid public transport.
The University of Bolton is targeting a September reopening date and wants pupils to be able to come and go from campus without worrying about catching Covid-19.
The Student Bike Loan Scheme will give students a chance to borrow a bicycle with a refundable deposit of £50 as long as they declare that they are competent to ride it.
There are also plans to provide refresher cycle sessions for any students who want them and open more spaces to lock up bikes around the campus.
Initially, 1,000 bikes and safety helmets have been ordered from Halfords but the University’s President and Vice Chancellor, Prof George Holmes, says more could be bought if required.
“From September students will have access to a fully operational Covid-secure University campus and be able to study and engage in person with other students and staff thanks to the actions we have taken during this pandemic," Prof Holmes said.
“We felt that a further logical measure was to give all students the opportunity to access bicycles to use for their commute on a loan basis.
“It means they will be able to travel to and from University and between campuses, avoiding the need to use public transport where they may have legitimate concerns about the spread of the virus.
"Cycling also has added health benefits for students, as well as helping to protect the environment.
“More bicycle use aligns with Greater Manchester’s strategy to increase the numbers of people cycling.”
(Image: University of Bolton)
Other measures planned as part of the university's reopening include walk-through temperatures scanners at entrances and compulsory face masks for students and staff.
There will also be changes to scheduling so that only limited numbers of students are on campus at any one time.
The university also plans to set up multiple "learning zones" in large spaces across campus including tables with plastic dividing screens to allow communication between people facing one another.
And, there will be additional self-service, café-style takeaway food and drink stations to minimise queues.
For details of businesses now open in your area, enter your postcode below:
Prof Holmes added: “The University of Bolton is well ahead of the game in transforming its campus to create a place where our students feel safe and happy.
“The University student experience is not just about learning. Students want to see their friends in person, they want to engage with their tutors.
“We can ensure they will be able to do this in Bolton safely in September.”
For a video detailing what the University of Bolton will be doing when it reopens, click here.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Man City game behind closed doors that sparked anger at UEFA

For the three Manchester City players that featured in their last game behind closed doors , Wednesday 's fixture with Arsenal should be a considerably better experience .
Sergio Aguero , David Silva , and Fernandinho are the only survivors from the 18-man squad that Manuel Pellegrini took to play CSKA Moscow in a 2014 Champions League game that must be remembered in the timeline of how the relationship between Blues and UEFA went south .
CSKA fans had already been forced to play a game with a stand closed as a result of racist abuse directed at Yaya Toure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ penalised again with a full closure against Bayern Munich after their fans were spotted carrying neo-fascist banners in the away game at Viktoria Plzen .
More racist chanting , this time in Rome , brought a stadium closure for the City game .
The fact that this was only floated less than a month before the fixture , and confirmed just days before , hurt innocent City fans that had already paid out on flights , hotels and visas .
It meant that any supporters on long streaks of watching consecutive games such @ @ @ @ @ @ @ end , while those that still headed out to Moscow would face further frustration .
Some enterprising City fans took advantage of what a few Bayern Munich supporters had recently done in the same situation and hired out a flat in a tower block overlooking the stadium for £5,000 , only for the Russian police to step in and prevent it .
Others even made it into the stadium on sponsors ' tickets that were part of the 650-strong entourage that were allowed in for the stadium .
However , they were thrown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were keen to abide by the rules that had been laid out by UEFA even if the club felt like they were being punished for something they had n't done .
As kick-off approached , it became clear that - as had been suggested during the Bayern Munich game behind closed doors - the tickets meant for sponsors and partners had gone to CSKA fans , with red-and-blue colours flooding the media areas before the game and filling out into the otherwise empty stands in time for the match .
One City fan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told MEN Sport : “ I couldn ’ t believe it .
“ Here we were acting like super spies to get in and there are all these people in there with CSKA scarves , blatantly fans that are just being allowed to get away with it .
“ How were we punished for their fans and they still got to watch the game ?
” Things got even worse during the match .
There were constant chants for the home side , roars when they went forward , whistles and boos for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and silence for City goals .
And what had looked like being a professional job for the Blues turned cold as they froze in the Moscow chill to blow a 2-0 lead at half-time and leave with just the one point .
AS a CSKA media director laughed away questions about home fans being present in the stadium , City skipper Vincent Kompany could not hide his fury in front of the TV cameras .
`` It is little things like , there are n't meant to be any fans there , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ [ CSKA ] .
That is n't a problem , but I do n't understand where our fans are .
Why ca n't we bring our fans in ? ''
he fumed .
`` The only team being punished here is Manchester City ... Little things where I feel we need to speak up sometimes , because it 's nonsense .
They are the team that got done for racism , not Man City , so why ca n't our fans come ? ''
He added : `` It leaves a lot of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moment everyone wants to hear how we think we should have done better and how we feel our performances need to be better in Europe , but I wo n't play a part in it . ''
To crown a wholly dreadful affair , a week later CSKA saw their ban reduced by UEFA .
There were boos and whistles heard at the Etihad during the Champions League anthem before the next game as Blues made their feelings known at how the whole situation had been handled .
Almost six years on from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ love for UEFA from City supporters but the club can at least expect no more nasty surprises when the Premier League returns behind closed doors this season .

For the three Manchester City players that featured in their last game behind closed doors, Wednesday's fixture with Arsenal should be a considerably better experience.
Sergio Aguero, David Silva, and Fernandinho are the only survivors from the 18-man squad that Manuel Pellegrini took to play CSKA Moscow in a 2014 Champions League game that must be remembered in the timeline of how the relationship between Blues and UEFA went south.
CSKA fans had already been forced to play a game with a stand closed as a result of racist abuse directed at Yaya Toure the year before, but they were penalised again with a full closure against Bayern Munich after their fans were spotted carrying neo-fascist banners in the away game at Viktoria Plzen. More racist chanting, this time in Rome, brought a stadium closure for the City game.
The fact that this was only floated less than a month before the fixture, and confirmed just days before, hurt innocent City fans that had already paid out on flights, hotels and visas. It meant that any supporters on long streaks of watching consecutive games such as super-fan Sean Riley saw their stretches end, while those that still headed out to Moscow would face further frustration.
Some enterprising City fans took advantage of what a few Bayern Munich supporters had recently done in the same situation and hired out a flat in a tower block overlooking the stadium for £5,000, only for the Russian police to step in and prevent it.
Others even made it into the stadium on sponsors' tickets that were part of the 650-strong entourage that were allowed in for the stadium. However, they were thrown out by City security staff, who were keen to abide by the rules that had been laid out by UEFA even if the club felt like they were being punished for something they hadn't done.
As kick-off approached, it became clear that - as had been suggested during the Bayern Munich game behind closed doors - the tickets meant for sponsors and partners had gone to CSKA fans, with red-and-blue colours flooding the media areas before the game and filling out into the otherwise empty stands in time for the match.
One City fan who was twice ejected before the game told MEN Sport: “I couldn’t believe it.
“Here we were acting like super spies to get in and there are all these people in there with CSKA scarves, blatantly fans that are just being allowed to get away with it.
“How were we punished for their fans and they still got to watch the game?”
Things got even worse during the match. There were constant chants for the home side, roars when they went forward, whistles and boos for attempts on Igor Akinfeev’s goal and silence for City goals.
And what had looked like being a professional job for the Blues turned cold as they froze in the Moscow chill to blow a 2-0 lead at half-time and leave with just the one point.
AS a CSKA media director laughed away questions about home fans being present in the stadium, City skipper Vincent Kompany could not hide his fury in front of the TV cameras.
"It is little things like, there aren't meant to be any fans there, but there are still 500 fans there for [CSKA]. That isn't a problem, but I don't understand where our fans are. Why can't we bring our fans in?" he fumed.
"The only team being punished here is Manchester City... Little things where I feel we need to speak up sometimes, because it's nonsense. They are the team that got done for racism, not Man City, so why can't our fans come?"
He added: "It leaves a lot of bad feelings. I guess at the moment everyone wants to hear how we think we should have done better and how we feel our performances need to be better in Europe, but I won't play a part in it."
To crown a wholly dreadful affair, a week later CSKA saw their ban reduced by UEFA. There were boos and whistles heard at the Etihad during the Champions League anthem before the next game as Blues made their feelings known at how the whole situation had been handled.
Almost six years on from the farce, there is no more love for UEFA from City supporters but the club can at least expect no more nasty surprises when the Premier League returns behind closed doors this season.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--The hardest hit area in Tameside for Covid-related deaths

New figures have revealed Hyde is the area of Tameside hardest hit by coronavirus-related deaths .
According to data released today by the Office for National Statistics ( ONS ) , there have been 227 deaths in the borough from the start of March to the end of May .
The statistics record cases where coronavirus was the underlying cause or mentioned on the death certificate as a contributory factor .
The postcode area of Hyde South has seen the highest number of deaths involving the virus in the borough .
In total 24 people tragically died in the area @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in April and 11 in May .
However Hyde South is an outlier , with the rest of the borough seeing far fewer people pass away .
The next highest is Mossley , with 14 deaths in the three month period , then Guide Bridge with 13 and Droylsden Central with 12 .
The postcodes around Ashton Waterloo and Dukinfield West have both recorded 11 deaths .
Smallshaw and Ashton Central have also seen ten deaths each connected with coronavirus .
The remaining 21 postcode areas have seen deaths in the single figures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Denton North saw the lowest death toll across the borough , with just two people passing away in April and May .
Tameside council ’ s director of public health Dr Jeanelle de Gruchy said : “ We are very saddened by the deaths of any of our residents from Covid-19 and we , along with our partners in the NHS , are doing everything possible to keep people safe .
“ We are reviewing the deaths by locality , by different groups and across all settings , to develop the most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ global challenge .
“ We know that our oldest residents , especially those with underlying health conditions , are the most vulnerable to Covid-19 , and so we are working closely with our care homes in particular to make sure that we reduce the risks .
“ We are pleased to note that the death rate is coming down in the borough .
“ We want to thank the people of Tameside who have been following the government ’ s advice on hand washing and social distancing and ask that they continue to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ limiting contact , observing social distancing and engaging with the test and trace system should they display symptoms .
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New figures have revealed Hyde is the area of Tameside hardest hit by coronavirus-related deaths.
According to data released today by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), there have been 227 deaths in the borough from the start of March to the end of May.
The statistics record cases where coronavirus was the underlying cause or mentioned on the death certificate as a contributory factor.
The postcode area of Hyde South has seen the highest number of deaths involving the virus in the borough.
In total 24 people tragically died in the area, with three in March, ten in April and 11 in May.
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However Hyde South is an outlier, with the rest of the borough seeing far fewer people pass away.
The next highest is Mossley, with 14 deaths in the three month period, then Guide Bridge with 13 and Droylsden Central with 12.
The postcodes around Ashton Waterloo and Dukinfield West have both recorded 11 deaths.
Smallshaw and Ashton Central have also seen ten deaths each connected with coronavirus.
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The remaining 21 postcode areas have seen deaths in the single figures since the pandemic took hold in March.
Denton North saw the lowest death toll across the borough, with just two people passing away in April and May.
Tameside council’s director of public health Dr Jeanelle de Gruchy said: “We are very saddened by the deaths of any of our residents from Covid-19 and we, along with our partners in the NHS, are doing everything possible to keep people safe.
“We are reviewing the deaths by locality, by different groups and across all settings, to develop the most effective response we can locally to a global challenge.
“We know that our oldest residents, especially those with underlying health conditions, are the most vulnerable to Covid-19, and so we are working closely with our care homes in particular to make sure that we reduce the risks.
“We are pleased to note that the death rate is coming down in the borough.
“We want to thank the people of Tameside who have been following the government’s advice on hand washing and social distancing and ask that they continue to support efforts to spread the virus by limiting contact, observing social distancing and engaging with the test and trace system should they display symptoms.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Mapped: The Bolton neighbourhoods hit hardest by the coronavirus

New figures have revealed the neighbourhoods in Bolton hit hardest by the coronavirus pandemic .
Farnworth North , Lever Edge , Breightmet North and Horwich East have seen the most residents die after being infected with Covid-19 , according to figures from the Office of National Statistics ( ONS ) .
An interactive map published by the government shows the true scale of coronavirus deaths across Greater Manchester , and shows how each postcode has been impacted by the virus .
The data reveals area by area deaths in the period March to May where coronavirus was mentioned on a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been 22 deaths in the Farnworth North area of Bolton , the worst area for the coronavirus-related tragedy across the borough .
Farnworth councillor Maureen Flitcroft , said : `` It 's so sad that our area has such a high fatality statistic .
My heartfelt sympathies go to all those that have been affected by this terrible virus .
`` Please can people be sensible and responsible members of the community by following government guidelines to help us beat this .
`` Everyone needs to play their part in this fight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ impacts , the data map also shows areas where very few COVID-19 deaths were officially recorded .
Westhoughton Daisy Hill and the Halliwell and Brownlow Fold areas have recorded three and two deaths , respectively .
The M.E.N has analysed the data for Bolton 's postcodes to reveal the full extent of the deaths caused by coronavirus : The point on the map does n't show the exact location of death , it signals the centre of the local area where it occurred .
To find the number of deaths in your neighbourhood @ @ @ @ @ @ @ here : The size of the point increases according to the number of deaths .
Health officials say the ONS figures correspond with locations of care homes , where there has been a higher than average number of deaths connected to COVID-19 .
The number of deaths linked to the virus has been ‘ falling steadily ’ since mid-April .
The UK death toll has now passed 40,000 .

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New figures have revealed the neighbourhoods in Bolton hit hardest by the coronavirus pandemic.
Farnworth North, Lever Edge, Breightmet North and Horwich East have seen the most residents die after being infected with Covid-19, according to figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS).
An interactive map published by the government shows the true scale of coronavirus deaths across Greater Manchester, and shows how each postcode has been impacted by the virus.
The data reveals area by area deaths in the period March to May where coronavirus was mentioned on a death certificate as a cause.
There have been 22 deaths in the Farnworth North area of Bolton, the worst area for the coronavirus-related tragedy across the borough.
Farnworth councillor Maureen Flitcroft, said: "It's so sad that our area has such a high fatality statistic. My heartfelt sympathies go to all those that have been affected by this terrible virus.
"Please can people be sensible and responsible members of the community by following government guidelines to help us beat this.
"Everyone needs to play their part in this fight."
Yet, despite the widespread impacts, the data map also shows areas where very few COVID-19 deaths were officially recorded.
Westhoughton Daisy Hill and the Halliwell and Brownlow Fold areas have recorded three and two deaths, respectively.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
The M.E.N has analysed the data for Bolton's postcodes to reveal the full extent of the deaths caused by coronavirus:
Farnworth North - 22
Lever Edge - 14
Breightmet North - 13
Horwich East - 13
Horwich North - 12
Little Lever - 12
Rumworth South - 12
Tonge - 12
Westhoughton West - 12
Astley Bridge and Waters Meeting - 10
Springfield and Great Lever - 10
Rumworth North - 10
Blackrod and Butterwick Fields - 9
Farnworth South - 9
Central Bolton - 8
Eagley and Sharples - 8
Kearsley and Stoneclough - 8
Heaton and Deane - 8
Lostock and Ladybridge - 8
Doffcocker and Moss Bank - 7
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Harper Green - 7
Harwood - 7
Smithills - 7
Westhoughton East - 7
Bromley Cross and Bradshaw - 6
Daubhill and Fernhill Gate - 6
Hall I' th' Wood - 6
Highfield and New Bury - 6
Dunscar and Egerton - 5
Gilnow and Victory - 5
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Horwich South and Middlebrook - 5
Over Hulton - 5
Breightmet South and Darcy Lever - 4
Westhoughton Daisy Hill - 3
Halliwell and Brownlow Fold - 2
The point on the map doesn't show the exact location of death, it signals the centre of the local area where it occurred.
To find the number of deaths in your neighbourhood, enter your postcode on the map here:
The size of the point increases according to the number of deaths.
Health officials say the ONS figures correspond with locations of care homes, where there has been a higher than average number of deaths connected to COVID-19.
The number of deaths linked to the virus has been ‘falling steadily’ since mid-April.
The UK death toll has now passed 40,000.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Bredbury Green has suffered more Covid-related deaths than anywhere in Stockport

Bredbury Green has suffered more deaths related to Covid-19 than anywhere else in Stockport , official new figures have revealed .
According to the Office for National Statistics there were 27 deaths in the area between March and May this year , all occurring during the latter two months of this period .
The death rate appears significantly higher than the next worst affected areas , with Brinnington recording 14 deaths and Davenport and Marple and Hawk Green both registering 12 fatalities .
Coun Lisa Smart , who represents Bredbury Green and Romiley , described the figures as ‘ heartbreaking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of these deaths represents a grieving family and friends who are n't able to see their loved ones again .
Our community has really stepped up during lockdown with neighbours helping neighbours and community spirit by the bucketload .
“ There is still so much we do n't know about coronavirus and we need to understand why some of our neighbours are more at risk than others .
We need to keep pushing the government to protect our communities and be clear and consistent with us about how we can all protect ourselves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The reasons for the high number Covid-19 related deaths in the neighbourhood are yet to be fully understood .
But it is known that older people and those who live in poorest areas are more likely to be hit hardest by the virus .
The area includes Berrycroft Manor care home as well as sheltered accommodation facilities such as Redfern House , while its population is more elderly than in other parts of the borough .
It also includes a considerable amount of social housing , including some pockets of deprivation .
Jennifer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ director of public health , has spoken out following the release of the ONS figures .
She said : “ We are deeply saddened by any death in the borough relating to coronavirus and our thoughts are with these families and friends at such a difficult and challenging time.
” Adding : “ We want to thank the people of Stockport who have been following the Government ’ s advice on hand washing and social distancing to keep the people of Stockport safe .
“ We are continuing to work closely with our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus including the recently launched test and trace system will help to identify new cases in the borough . ''
She continued : `` If you ’ re feeling unwell , no matter how mildly , with one of the symptoms ( fever , new persistent cough , loss of smell/taste ) , it ’ s really important that you isolate at home and arrange a test.
” “ If you ’ re contacted by NHS Test and Trace , it ’ s really important to follow the advice and to isolate , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as a contact and may be feeling well in yourself.
” Anyone struggling with the impact of the virus can access support by visiting the council ’ s website , which includes help with emotional challenges , such as bereavement support

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Bredbury Green has suffered more deaths related to Covid-19 than anywhere else in Stockport, official new figures have revealed.
According to the Office for National Statistics there were 27 deaths in the area between March and May this year, all occurring during the latter two months of this period.
The death rate appears significantly higher than the next worst affected areas, with Brinnington recording 14 deaths and Davenport and Marple and Hawk Green both registering 12 fatalities.
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Coun Lisa Smart, who represents Bredbury Green and Romiley, described the figures as ‘heartbreaking’.
She added: “Each of these deaths represents a grieving family and friends who aren't able to see their loved ones again. Our community has really stepped up during lockdown with neighbours helping neighbours and community spirit by the bucketload.
“There is still so much we don't know about coronavirus and we need to understand why some of our neighbours are more at risk than others. We need to keep pushing the government to protect our communities and be clear and consistent with us about how we can all protect ourselves and our most vulnerable neighbours."
The reasons for the high number Covid-19 related deaths in the neighbourhood are yet to be fully understood.
But it is known that older people and those who live in poorest areas are more likely to be hit hardest by the virus.
The area includes care homes as well as sheltered accommodation facilities, while its population is more elderly than in other parts of the borough.
It also includes a considerable amount of social housing, including some pockets of deprivation.
Jennifer Connolly, the council’s acting director of public health, has spoken out following the release of the ONS figures.
She said: “We are deeply saddened by any death in the borough relating to coronavirus and our thoughts are with these families and friends at such a difficult and challenging time.”
Adding: “We want to thank the people of Stockport who have been following the Government’s advice on hand washing and social distancing to keep the people of Stockport safe.
“We are continuing to work closely with our health colleagues in our efforts to manage coronavirus including the recently launched test and trace system will help to identify new cases in the borough."
She continued: "If you’re feeling unwell, no matter how mildly, with one of the symptoms (fever, new persistent cough, loss of smell/taste), it’s really important that you isolate at home and arrange a test.”
“If you’re contacted by NHS Test and Trace, it’s really important to follow the advice and to isolate, even if you’ve been identified as a contact and may be feeling well in yourself.”
Anyone struggling with the impact of the virus can access support by visiting the council’s website, which includes help with emotional challenges, such as bereavement support
To arrange a test visit nhs.uk/coronavirus, email testing@stockport.gov.uk, or call 119.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Castleton has suffered more Covid-related deaths than anywhere else in Rochdale

Castleton has had more COVID-19-related deaths than any other area in Rochdale , figures show .
According to the Office of National Statistics ( ONS ) , there were 23 deaths in the area between March and May this year - with 70pc of these occurring during April .
The figures seem significantly higher than in the second and third worst affected neighbourhoods , with Deeplish and Norden recording 15 and 11 deaths respectively .
Sara Rowbotham , Rochdale council ’ s cabinet member for health and wellbeing , said the reasons for Castleton being hit so hard would only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deep dive ’ analysis of the data .
But she suggests its ageing population may have been a contributing factor .
“ That ’ s just my sense , ” she said .
“ I often think of Castleton as being a place with much more of an older population .
“ I can only think that may be why it was disproportionately impacted by the virus.
” There are also care homes in the area- including Meadow View and Carders Court - which will by their nature cater for older people .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ not aware of any homes in the area having a ‘ huge amount of infection ’ , so this may not fully account for the figures .
She hopes for more granular , ‘ narrowed down ’ data now being made available will be helpful in preventing any localised outbreaks of the virus , as lockdown measures are further eased .
But the health chief - who is also deputy council leader - urged people to treat the figures with caution .
She added : “ I would not want Castleton to become @ @ @ @ @ @ @ places in the plague with a big red cross on the door and everybody had to stay away .
“ You can see how that could be easily misinterpreted .
That ’ s what worries me about very localised data , because if it ’ s Castleton now it will be Bangladeshi people next .
Andrea Fallon , the council ’ s director of public health said every death in the borough was a tragedy and the authority was working ‘ tirelessly ’ to reduce the impact of COVID-19 on residents .
She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the number of cases , hospital admissions and deaths continues to fall in our borough .
“ Given the various sources of data it is hard to comment on one set in isolation .
We continue to review all of the data available to us in order to understand what is taking place across the borough and make sure our services respond to this .
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Castleton has had more COVID-19-related deaths than any other area in Rochdale, figures show.
According to the Office of National Statistics (ONS), there were 23 deaths in the area between March and May this year - with 70pc of these occurring during April.
The figures seem significantly higher than in the second and third worst affected neighbourhoods, with Deeplish and Norden recording 15 and 11 deaths respectively.
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Sara Rowbotham, Rochdale council’s cabinet member for health and wellbeing, said the reasons for Castleton being hit so hard would only be properly understood after an in-depth ‘deep dive’ analysis of the data.
But she suggests its ageing population may have been a contributing factor.
“That’s just my sense,” she said. “I often think of Castleton as being a place with much more of an older population.
“I can only think that may be why it was disproportionately impacted by the virus.”
There are also care homes in the area- including Meadow View and Carders Court - which will by their nature cater for older people.
However, Coun Rowbotham said she was not aware of any homes in the area having a ‘huge amount of infection’, so this may not fully account for the figures.
She hopes for more granular, ‘narrowed down’ data now being made available will be helpful in preventing any localised outbreaks of the virus, as lockdown measures are further eased.
But the health chief - who is also deputy council leader - urged people to treat the figures with caution.
She added: “I would not want Castleton to become a bit like one one of those places in the plague with a big red cross on the door and everybody had to stay away.
“You can see how that could be easily misinterpreted. That’s what worries me about very localised data, because if it’s Castleton now it will be Bangladeshi people next.
Andrea Fallon, the council’s director of public health said every death in the borough was a tragedy and the authority was working ‘tirelessly’ to reduce the impact of COVID-19 on residents.
She added: “We are pleased that the number of cases, hospital admissions and deaths continues to fall in our borough.
“Given the various sources of data it is hard to comment on one set in isolation. We continue to review all of the data available to us in order to understand what is taking place across the borough and make sure our services respond to this.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Mengi and Garner train with Man United first team ahead of Spurs match

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his Man Utd players are preparing to face Tottenham in the Premier League on Friday .
@ @ @ @ @ at The AON Carrington Training Complex on Monday morning as preparations continue for Friday 's @ @ @ @ @ are preparing for their return to Premier League action in North London on Friday night @ @ @ @ @ side played two hour-long practice matches against West Brom at Old Trafford last Friday to @ @ @ @ @ restart .
Youngsters James Garner and Teden Mengi were among those who were at the @ @ @ @ @ Eric Bailly , Axel Tuanzebe and Nathan Bishop were n't pictured but were spotted heading @ @ @ @ @ All pictures by Eamonn and James Clarke .

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his Man Utd players are preparing to face Tottenham in the Premier League on Friday.
Manchester United's players arrived at The AON Carrington Training Complex on Monday morning as preparations continue for Friday's game at Tottenham.
United are preparing for their return to Premier League action in North London on Friday night. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side played two hour-long practice matches against West Brom at Old Trafford last Friday to gear up for their competitive restart.
Youngsters James Garner and Teden Mengi were among those who were at the first-team training session today. Eric Bailly, Axel Tuanzebe and Nathan Bishop weren't pictured but were spotted heading into training by photographers.
All pictures by Eamonn and James Clarke.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Inside the Trafford Centre as shops reopen after lockdown

This was the scene inside the Trafford Centre this morning as non-essential shops were allowed to open to customers for the first time since lockdown began .
MEN reporter Ashlie Blakey has been at the popular shopping spot to speak to customers and store owners .
Shoppers gathered outside the Greater Manchester shopping centre before it opened its doors at 10am this morning .
The longest queues were of shoppers eager to get into the new Primark on Barton Square .
A number of social distancing and hygiene measures have had to be put in place by Trafford Centre bosses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ today .
Get your business listed as OPEN on In Your Area for free - click here There are markers on the floor asking shoppers to ensure they keep two metres away from others and follow the one-way system .
Signs have been placed around the shopping centre to remind shoppers to wash their hands regularly and there are several new hand sanitizer dispensers dotted around .
Trafford Centre car parks have been filling up since stores opened up this morning so retailers can expect a busy afternoon .
Staff in Selfridges were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ customers quickly built up at the entrance .
The Apple store also saw queues of people waiting to get in .
Staff could be seen using a temperature gun to check people 's temperatures before allowing them to enter .
Trafford Centre director Alison Niven told the MEN it feels great to be able to welcome customers back into stores .

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This was the scene inside the Trafford Centre this morning as non-essential shops were allowed to open to customers for the first time since lockdown began.
MEN reporter Ashlie Blakey has been at the popular shopping spot to speak to customers and store owners.
Shoppers gathered outside the Greater Manchester shopping centre before it opened its doors at 10am this morning.
The longest queues were of shoppers eager to get into the new Primark on Barton Square.
A number of social distancing and hygiene measures have had to be put in place by Trafford Centre bosses in order to ensure a safe reopening today.
Get your business listed as OPEN on In Your Area for free - click here
There are markers on the floor asking shoppers to ensure they keep two metres away from others and follow the one-way system.
Signs have been placed around the shopping centre to remind shoppers to wash their hands regularly and there are several new hand sanitizer dispensers dotted around.
(Image: Ashlie Blakey) (Image: Manchester Evening News)
Trafford Centre car parks have been filling up since stores opened up this morning so retailers can expect a busy afternoon.
Staff in Selfridges were giving away bottled water as queues of customers quickly built up at the entrance.
(Image: Manchester Evening News) (Image: Manchester Evening News)
The Apple store also saw queues of people waiting to get in.
Staff could be seen using a temperature gun to check people's temperatures before allowing them to enter.
Trafford Centre director Alison Niven told the MEN it feels great to be able to welcome customers back into stores.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Lorry driver dies following crash with bus on A6

A lorry driver has died following a crash on the A6 near Lyme Park .
The smash , involving an LGV and bus , happened on Buxton Road , in Disley , Cheshire , on Friday ( June 12 ) .
Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 7am .
The driver of the truck , a 52-year-old man , died at the scene .
Cheshire Constabulary said his family have been informed and are being supported by specially-trained officers .
The driver of the bus and two passengers suffered 'minor ' injuries .
Sergeant Helen Cooper , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the collision and our thoughts are with his family who are being supported during this difficult time .
“ We are in the early stages of the investigation and our enquiries remain ongoing .
“ In the meantime I am appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and may have dash cam footage or information to get in touch.
” If you witnessed the collision ; have information to help the investigation ; or have dash cam footage , you can contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by visiting the website cheshire.police.uk Get breaking news first on the free Manchester Evening News app - download it here for your Apple or Android device .
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A lorry driver has died following a crash on the A6 near Lyme Park.
The smash, involving an LGV and bus, happened on Buxton Road, in Disley, Cheshire, on Friday (June 12).
Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 7am.
The driver of the truck, a 52-year-old man, died at the scene.
Cheshire Constabulary said his family have been informed and are being supported by specially-trained officers.
The driver of the bus and two passengers suffered 'minor' injuries.
Sergeant Helen Cooper, said: “Sadly a man died in the collision and our thoughts are with his family who are being supported during this difficult time.
“We are in the early stages of the investigation and our enquiries remain ongoing.
“In the meantime I am appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and may have dash cam footage or information to get in touch.”
If you witnessed the collision; have information to help the investigation; or have dash cam footage, you can contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 727885. Information can also be provided by visiting the website cheshire.police.uk
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Watchdog raises concerns over competence of nursing staff at care home

The health watchdog has raised concerns over the competence of nursing staff at a Stockport care home .
A report by the CQC found that residents at Fernlea were not always given medication as prescribed , while others had been put at risk of harm by carers not following risk assessments .
The Hazel Grove home has now been ordered to improve by inspectors , who recorded four breaches of regulations during two recent visits .
However , the establishment - which provides nursing and personal care for people aged over 65 - was also found to be caring and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ treated with dignity and respect by compassionate staff who show ‘ the utmost empathy ’ .
And both residents and relatives praised the home , variously describing it as ‘ warm and friendly ’ , ‘ well organised ’ and ‘ supportive ’ .
But inspectors - having initially gone in due to complaints about the care of residents with bed sores - found a number of concerns .
Risk management plans for residents were not always up to date , accurate or fully complete .
Five residents had care plans for wounds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were found to be incomplete or missing information important to ‘ safely and effectively monitor the progress or deterioration of wounds ’ .
Despite this being discussed with the registered manager on the first day of the visit , officials found the information was still missing when they returned a month later to complete the inspection .
And staff did not always follow the instructions in risk management plans , placing residents ‘ at risk of skin breakdown or a deterioration of an existing pressure ulcer ’ .
The report states : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nurses caring for people with wounds had the competence , skills and experience to do so safely.
” It adds that , while competency checks had been carried out , these were completed by other nursing staff or a member of the non-nursing management team .
Inspectors also found that staff had administered doses of medicines both lower and higher than those prescribed by a doctor , increasing the risk of a medicine being ineffective or an overdose .
Medicines were not always managed or stored safely - and when they had to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than by mouth , the home did not have a care plan for doing this in a safe way .
Although there was no evidence that people had been harmed , inspectors found they had been placed at the risk of harm .
Moreover , inspectors said that medication errors - and the failure to pick these up - showed a ‘ lack of oversight and leadership in the safe management of medicines .
Leadership at Fernlea was also found to have ‘ deteriorated ’ since the last inspection and ‘ did not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ person-centred care ’ .
The home must now provide the CQC with an action plan setting out what it will do to improve its quality and safety standards .
Officials will work with the home and Stockport council to monitor its progress .
Olea Care , which runs Fernlea , did not respond to a request for comment .

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The health watchdog has raised concerns over the competence of nursing staff at a Stockport care home.
A report by the CQC found that residents at Fernlea were not always given medication as prescribed, while others had been put at risk of harm by carers not following risk assessments.
The Hazel Grove home has now been ordered to improve by inspectors, who recorded four breaches of regulations during two recent visits.
However, the establishment - which provides nursing and personal care for people aged over 65 - was also found to be caring and responsive.
The report says people are treated with dignity and respect by compassionate staff who show ‘the utmost empathy’.
And both residents and relatives praised the home, variously describing it as ‘warm and friendly’, ‘well organised’ and ‘supportive’.
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But inspectors - having initially gone in due to complaints about the care of residents with bed sores - found a number of concerns.
Risk management plans for residents were not always up to date, accurate or fully complete.
Five residents had care plans for wounds they had - but some of these were found to be incomplete or missing information important to ‘safely and effectively monitor the progress or deterioration of wounds’.
Despite this being discussed with the registered manager on the first day of the visit, officials found the information was still missing when they returned a month later to complete the inspection.
And staff did not always follow the instructions in risk management plans, placing residents ‘at risk of skin breakdown or a deterioration of an existing pressure ulcer’.
The report states: “The provider had not always ensured that nurses caring for people with wounds had the competence, skills and experience to do so safely.”
It adds that, while competency checks had been carried out, these were completed by other nursing staff or a member of the non-nursing management team.
Inspectors also found that staff had administered doses of medicines both lower and higher than those prescribed by a doctor, increasing the risk of a medicine being ineffective or an overdose.
Medicines were not always managed or stored safely - and when they had to be given into a stomach tube rather than by mouth, the home did not have a care plan for doing this in a safe way.
Although there was no evidence that people had been harmed, inspectors found they had been placed at the risk of harm.
Moreover, inspectors said that medication errors - and the failure to pick these up - showed a ‘lack of oversight and leadership in the safe management of medicines.
Leadership at Fernlea was also found to have ‘deteriorated’ since the last inspection and ‘did not always support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care’.
The home must now provide the CQC with an action plan setting out what it will do to improve its quality and safety standards.
Officials will work with the home and Stockport council to monitor its progress.
Olea Care, which runs Fernlea, did not respond to a request for comment.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Manchester United's new partnership can help them catch Liverpool

The recent crisis has only served to delay the inevitable , allowing Manchester United fans to hide away from the inescapable truth .
It 's not been a pleasant distraction , but minds have temporarily drifted away from the looming reality .
Soon , however , with football 's return , it will be time for the Old Trafford faithful to accept the new scoreline : United 20 , Liverpool 19 .
Whenever and however Jurgen Klopp 's men lift the Premier League title will hardly matter .
What will hurt most will be the fact the trophy is back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
If that can not concentrate the minds at United , and inspire the club to replicate the glory of the Sir Alex Ferguson era , you suspect nothing will .
Yet things could be worse .
United could be in the desperate form that was plaguing them in November and December .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side could be miles adrift of the top four , without direction , hope or even the thrill of watching an attacking , free-flowing team .
Thankfully for the red half of Manchester , the season @ @ @ @ @ @ @ play for : optimism in spades because a Champions League qualification spot is the carrot dangling in front of United ; there will be an FA Cup and Europa League to win , in time , as well .
United fans can also argue , with no shortage of justification , that they now have their most exciting team in years .
One capable of challenging Liverpool ?
Not quite .
That will take time and months of consistency .
Not even an 11-game unbeaten run can put Solskjaer 's men on that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Paul Pogba , United have some serious quality and a partnership of which Klopp will surely be envious .
The one area of Liverpool 's team that perhaps lacks star-studded names and unrivalled ability is the midfield .
OK , some will argue that Jordan Henderson 's energy and leadership is a huge asset to the champions elect .
Others may point towards Gini Wijnaldum 's underrated midfield play , or Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain 's stark improvement under Klopp .
Yet the truth is United 's midfield , spearheaded by Fernandes and Pogba - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Nemanja Matic in the mix - can be among the best in the division .
Ironically , it may be Manchester City who truly boast the league 's best midfield in any case .
But United 's task must be to build a team capable of challenging both City and Liverpool , who have established an almighty lead over the chasing pack in terms of quality and consistency in recent seasons .
Solskjaer has been adamant that the gap can be bridged , but it always needed United to make smart moves in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prime example of that .
The Portuguese took no time at all to improve United 's midfield after his January arrival from Sporting Lisbon .
Klopp , meanwhile , has signed Naby Keita and Takumi Minamino , two former RB Salzburg players who have n't yet fired for Liverpool .
Is this a sign of progress , that the gap is closing ?
United fans will need to see more evidence , with Fernandes ' challenge now to reignite the form he was showing before the break and build a strong relationship with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to ensure Pogba and Fernandes can work in the same midfield , but the Norwegian has already proven himself able to integrate top players in his side .
If the two men click upon football 's resumption , United will have climbed the first rung of the ladder as they seek to topple Liverpool once again .

The recent crisis has only served to delay the inevitable, allowing Manchester United fans to hide away from the inescapable truth. It's not been a pleasant distraction, but minds have temporarily drifted away from the looming reality.
Soon, however, with football's return, it will be time for the Old Trafford faithful to accept the new scoreline: United 20, Liverpool 19.
Whenever and however Jurgen Klopp's men lift the Premier League title will hardly matter. What will hurt most will be the fact the trophy is back on Merseyside after decades of Mancunian dominance. If that cannot concentrate the minds at United, and inspire the club to replicate the glory of the Sir Alex Ferguson era, you suspect nothing will.
Yet things could be worse. United could be in the desperate form that was plaguing them in November and December. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side could be miles adrift of the top four, without direction, hope or even the thrill of watching an attacking, free-flowing team.
Thankfully for the red half of Manchester, the season will resume this week with plenty to play for: optimism in spades because a Champions League qualification spot is the carrot dangling in front of United; there will be an FA Cup and Europa League to win, in time, as well.
United fans can also argue, with no shortage of justification, that they now have their most exciting team in years.
One capable of challenging Liverpool? Not quite. That will take time and months of consistency. Not even an 11-game unbeaten run can put Solskjaer's men on that level.
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But in Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba, United have some serious quality and a partnership of which Klopp will surely be envious.
The one area of Liverpool's team that perhaps lacks star-studded names and unrivalled ability is the midfield.
OK, some will argue that Jordan Henderson's energy and leadership is a huge asset to the champions elect. Others may point towards Gini Wijnaldum's underrated midfield play, or Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's stark improvement under Klopp. Yet the truth is United's midfield, spearheaded by Fernandes and Pogba - and with Fred, Scott McTominay and Nemanja Matic in the mix - can be among the best in the division.
Ironically, it may be Manchester City who truly boast the league's best midfield in any case.
But United's task must be to build a team capable of challenging both City and Liverpool, who have established an almighty lead over the chasing pack in terms of quality and consistency in recent seasons. Solskjaer has been adamant that the gap can be bridged, but it always needed United to make smart moves in the transfer market, with Fernandes a prime example of that. The Portuguese took no time at all to improve United's midfield after his January arrival from Sporting Lisbon.
Klopp, meanwhile, has signed Naby Keita and Takumi Minamino, two former RB Salzburg players who haven't yet fired for Liverpool.
Is this a sign of progress, that the gap is closing? United fans will need to see more evidence, with Fernandes' challenge now to reignite the form he was showing before the break and build a strong relationship with Pogba.
Solskjaer's own challenge is to ensure Pogba and Fernandes can work in the same midfield, but the Norwegian has already proven himself able to integrate top players in his side.
If the two men click upon football's resumption, United will have climbed the first rung of the ladder as they seek to topple Liverpool once again.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Primark shuts off some parts of stores as hundreds flock to shop

This morning saw hundreds of shoppers flock to Primark for the first time since March .
Many were so keen to get inside stores they camped outside from the early hours - talk about dedication .
Inside stores a series of safety measures have been put in place to ensure social distancing and hygiene standards are met .
One of the biggest changes shoppers will see is that changing rooms have been closed for customer safety .
When we visited the Market Street store earlier today , the changing rooms were closed with a member of staff manning them .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` We have really missed our customers and we are delighted to be back on 15 June and able to provide them with the quality , affordable products they love from Primark .
`` While it might take a little longer to get into store , once inside , customers will find all their favourite Primark products and plenty of choice as usual .
We have worked hard to make sure that clear signage and extra help will be there to guide them through the changes we have made to allow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ listed as OPEN on In Your Area for free - click here '' We are also asking customers to respect the measures we have put in place to help ensure shopping at Primark is an enjoyable , safe experience for everyone.
” '' Our products will be sold at our normal , great value prices which means there will be no sales or special offers when we re-open our doors . ''
The following rules have been put in place to protect staff and shoppers : • Extra security - Extra security staff @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help with a queuing system and to make sure people are following the rules .
• Warning signs - Signs will be put around the shops and on the floor to explain the rules .
• Emptier aisles - The number of customers allowed in the store at any time will be limited .
By having fewer people in the store , both shoppers and staff will be able to stay a safe distance away from each other .
• Tills closed - Primark will only reopen every other till , meaning there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the counter and customers paying .
• PPE - All staff will be available to every member of staff who wants to wear one .
• Sanitiser - There will also be hand sanitiser stations at the front of every store , so customers can wash their hands as they arrive .
• Screens - Perspex screens have been put in front of the tills .
• More cleaners - All shops will be cleaned more often during the day , with particular focus on 'touch points ' - including tills , escalators @ @ @ @ @ @ @ extra cleaning of staff areas .

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This morning saw hundreds of shoppers flock to Primark for the first time since March.
Many were so keen to get inside stores they camped outside from the early hours - talk about dedication.
Inside stores a series of safety measures have been put in place to ensure social distancing and hygiene standards are met.
One of the biggest changes shoppers will see is that changing rooms have been closed for customer safety.
When we visited the Market Street store earlier today, the changing rooms were closed with a member of staff manning them.
Primark's CEO, Paul Marchant, said: " We have really missed our customers and we are delighted to be back on 15 June and able to provide them with the quality, affordable products they love from Primark.
"While it might take a little longer to get into store, once inside, customers will find all their favourite Primark products and plenty of choice as usual. We have worked hard to make sure that clear signage and extra help will be there to guide them through the changes we have made to allow for social distancing.
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"We are also asking customers to respect the measures we have put in place to help ensure shopping at Primark is an enjoyable, safe experience for everyone.”
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"Our products will be sold at our normal, great value prices which means there will be no sales or special offers when we re-open our doors."
The following rules have been put in place to protect staff and shoppers:


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--This is how it looked in the city centre this morning as shops reopened

Non-essential shops in Manchester city centre were able to open their doors this morning for the first time in almost three months .
Customers are being encouraged to go out and spend but to “ be sensible ” in their approach , as the government seeks to begin reopening the economy “ gradually and carefully ” .
Across the city centre a number of new measures have been introduced to stores , such as limiting the amount of shoppers so that the two-metre social distancing rule can be followed , along with plastic screens fitted at the tills .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to see which retailers had the most queues outside , and what special measures are being implemented .
Many shops had staff in masks and gloves directing shoppers as they neared the entrances to the store , though many shoppers were not wearing face masks .
The biggest queue of the morning was outside Zara , with eager shoppers lined up along St Mary 's Gate awaiting its doors to open .
While there was no one waiting to go inside Size ?
, Foot Locker had a large number of people queueing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ customers were asked to queue on Fountain Street as the store blocked two out of their three entrances , with the line bending round the corner on Marble Street .
Get your business listed as OPEN on In Your Area for free - click here Stickers were placed outside on the pavement to help shoppers adhere to the two-metre social distancing rule , while security guards monitored the line .
Upon entering the store , shoppers were asked to use the hand sanitiser stations before going any further inside .
One man walking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ store said : “ This is crazy , queueing just for clothes .
`` But it is nice to see more people out and about and things getting back to normal.
” Over at Selfridges , a queue started to build up despite there being another 50 minutes to go before opening .
Once the high-end store finally opened its doors at 11am , shoppers piled through one-by-one .
A live singer is currently performing outside to keep shoppers entertained as they queue to get inside .
Over at the Arndale , customers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ checks before being allowed inside .
Toilets are open inside the shopping centre , where there are social distancing markers on the floor and staff manning the area .

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Non-essential shops in Manchester city centre were able to open their doors this morning for the first time in almost three months.
Customers are being encouraged to go out and spend but to “be sensible” in their approach, as the government seeks to begin reopening the economy “gradually and carefully”.
Across the city centre a number of new measures have been introduced to stores, such as limiting the amount of shoppers so that the two-metre social distancing rule can be followed, along with plastic screens fitted at the tills.
We visited the city centre's high street to see which retailers had the most queues outside, and what special measures are being implemented.
(Image: Joel Goodman) (Image: Joel Goodman)
Many shops had staff in masks and gloves directing shoppers as they neared the entrances to the store, though many shoppers were not wearing face masks.
The biggest queue of the morning was outside Zara, with eager shoppers lined up along St Mary's Gate awaiting its doors to open.
While there was no one waiting to go inside Size?, Foot Locker had a large number of people queueing outside in the early hours.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
Primark customers were asked to queue on Fountain Street as the store blocked two out of their three entrances, with the line bending round the corner on Marble Street.
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Stickers were placed outside on the pavement to help shoppers adhere to the two-metre social distancing rule, while security guards monitored the line.
Upon entering the store, shoppers were asked to use the hand sanitiser stations before going any further inside.
(Image: Joel Goodman) (Image: Joel Goodman)
One man walking through the city centre outside the Primark store said: “This is crazy, queueing just for clothes.
"But it is nice to see more people out and about and things getting back to normal.”
Over at Selfridges, a queue started to build up despite there being another 50 minutes to go before opening. Once the high-end store finally opened its doors at 11am, shoppers piled through one-by-one.
A live singer is currently performing outside to keep shoppers entertained as they queue to get inside.
Over at the Arndale, customers shopping at Apple are being given temperature checks before being allowed inside.
Toilets are open inside the shopping centre, where there are social distancing markers on the floor and staff manning the area.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Met Office issues thunderstorm warning for Greater Manchester today

A yellow weather alert warning of thunderstorms in Greater Manchester has been issued by the Met Office .
Forecasters have said the stormy weather is likely to arrive this afternoon , with the warning in place from 1pm to 9pm on Monday .
According to the Met Office website flooding of a few homes and businesses is `` likely '' , and there could be some damage to buildings or structures due to lightning strikes .
Driving conditions could also be affected by spray and standing water , while delays to train services could occur .
Forecasters have said short @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could also take place .
There may be hail in some parts of the region .
The downpours and thunderstorms are expected to break out in the afternoon , then slowly fade by evening time .
Some areas may see 15 to 25mm of rainfall , while other areas could see 30 to 40mm rain over a two to three hour period .
Get your business listed as OPEN on In Your Area for free - click here A statement on the Met Office website said : `` Heavy showers and thunderstorms will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this evening .
`` Whilst not all places will be affected by these shower and thunderstorms , where they do occur torrential downpours are possible .
15 to 25 mm rain may fall in an hour in some places whilst a few spots could see 30 to 40 mm rain in two or three hours .
`` Frequent lightning is possible and a few places may see some hail . ''

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A yellow weather alert warning of thunderstorms in Greater Manchester has been issued by the Met Office.
Forecasters have said the stormy weather is likely to arrive this afternoon, with the warning in place from 1pm to 9pm on Monday.
The warning area covers the entire Greater Manchester region.
According to the Met Office website flooding of a few homes and businesses is "likely", and there could be some damage to buildings or structures due to lightning strikes.
Driving conditions could also be affected by spray and standing water, while delays to train services could occur.
Forecasters have said short term loss of power and other services could also take place.
There may be hail in some parts of the region.
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The downpours and thunderstorms are expected to break out in the afternoon, then slowly fade by evening time.
Some areas may see 15 to 25mm of rainfall, while other areas could see 30 to 40mm rain over a two to three hour period.
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A statement on the Met Office website said: "Heavy showers and thunderstorms will break out this afternoon before slowly fading this evening.
"Whilst not all places will be affected by these shower and thunderstorms, where they do occur torrential downpours are possible. 15 to 25 mm rain may fall in an hour in some places whilst a few spots could see 30 to 40 mm rain in two or three hours.
"Frequent lightning is possible and a few places may see some hail."