themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--Premier League announce summer transfer window change that will affect Manchester United and Man Cit

Premier League announce summer transfer window change that will affect Manchester United and Man City

The summer transfer window will close on September 1 2020 after Premier League clubs voted to revert to the traditional closure date after experimentation with an earlier deadline last year .
For the last two summers the window has closed in August , before the start of the new season , but there was widespread criticism of the decision as the European market stayed open until the end of the month .
That gave European rivals the chance to poach players from Premier League clubs with no option for them to replace their outgoing squad members .
The decision was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ City and Manchester United , as well as Crystal Palace , Watford and Swansea , all voting against the notion .
The Premier League confirmed on Thursday that after a meeting of shareholders ' they had voted to adopt a change to the summer transfer window closing date for 2020/21 .
The closing date will be moved back to the traditional point at the end of August / early September .
As the last day of August is UK Bank Holiday the 2020 closing date will by 5pm on September 1 .
A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Clubs agreed after discussing the topic at length at previous Shareholders ' Meetings . ''
The early closure of the transfer window was criticised by United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer last summer .
“ I think we have picked the short straw , to be fair , ” Solskjaer said to Sky Sports of the early deadline .
“ When our league starts there is still three more weeks that clubs can be hovering around our players .
I don ’ t think it is a good one for us , no.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ have voted against the initial changes back in 2017 Pep Guardiola praised the move after it was made .
`` It would be good [ to close the transfer window earlier ] .
We will start the season with the squad that we 'll work with until the winter window , the winter time when the market is open again .
It 's a decision of the Premier League , '' Guardiola said in 2017 .
`` Everything will be quicker , less speculation .
We can start from the first game of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we are working with -- because now maybe you have players that are going to move on or players that played in other games will come in .
`` It will be better I think for all the clubs , not just in England but from all around the world .
The managers and the clubs will work quicker and not wait for the deadline , the last moment , the last second .
So I think it will be better . ''

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The summer transfer window will close on September 1 2020 after Premier League clubs voted to revert to the traditional closure date after experimentation with an earlier deadline last year.
For the last two summers the window has closed in August, before the start of the new season, but there was widespread criticism of the decision as the European market stayed open until the end of the month.
That gave European rivals the chance to poach players from Premier League clubs with no option for them to replace their outgoing squad members.
The decision was made in September 2017 with both Manchester City and Manchester United, as well as Crystal Palace, Watford and Swansea, all voting against the notion.
The Premier League confirmed on Thursday that after a meeting of shareholders' they had voted to adopt a change to the summer transfer window closing date for 2020/21.
The closing date will be moved back to the traditional point at the end of August / early September. As the last day of August is UK Bank Holiday the 2020 closing date will by 5pm on September 1.
A statement from the Premier League said: "Clubs agreed after discussing the topic at length at previous Shareholders' Meetings."
The early closure of the transfer window was criticised by United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer last summer.
“I think we have picked the short straw, to be fair,” Solskjaer said to Sky Sports of the early deadline.
“When our league starts there is still three more weeks that clubs can be hovering around our players. I don’t think it is a good one for us, no.”
And although City were said to have voted against the initial changes back in 2017 Pep Guardiola praised the move after it was made.
"It would be good [to close the transfer window earlier]. We will start the season with the squad that we'll work with until the winter window, the winter time when the market is open again. It's a decision of the Premier League," Guardiola said in 2017.
"Everything will be quicker, less speculation. We can start from the first game of the Premier League with the squad that we are working with -- because now maybe you have players that are going to move on or players that played in other games will come in.
"It will be better I think for all the clubs, not just in England but from all around the world. The managers and the clubs will work quicker and not wait for the deadline, the last moment, the last second. So I think it will be better."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--Council tax set to increase by nearly 4pc in Salford

Council tax is set to rise by nearly 4 per cent in Salford under draft budget plans released by the town hall .
The council announced last week that it had achieved a ‘ no cuts ’ budget - after years of huge slashes .
But councillors complained yesterday that budget documents were ‘ vague ’ and lacking in detail after the town hall failed to release a full break-down of its expected expenditure over the next year .
Members told Wednesday ’ s council scrutiny meeting that the lack of detail made it difficult to understand exactly how the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s expected that a complete departmental break-down of figures will emerge in time for a full council meeting at the end of the month .
However , what is clear is that council tax for Salford residents is expected to rise by 3.99pc - although Salford city mayor Paul Dennett told councillors that he was unhappy about the ‘ regressive ’ increase , arguing that it will affect poorer residents the most .
He said that government projections - which assume a 1.99pc council tax increase , alongside 2pc increase in the adult @ @ @ @ @ @ @ town hall ’ s hand .
Under the plans , someone in a band D property would have to pay an extra £55 per year .
In a statement last week announcing the move , he said : “ Yet again the council has been forced to make council tax and precept increases to help protect vital services to vulnerable people , set a balanced budget and provide some degree of stability for the future as government fails to fund services to the levels required.
” Since 2010 , Salford has had to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ books .
Dennett and executive finance member Bill Hinds said in Wednesday ’ s overview and scrutiny meeting that they hoped to deliver a ‘ no cuts ’ budget next year , too - although they added that this would depend on government financing - specifically the upcoming fair funding review .
Dennett has long argued that areas like Salford have been unfairly treated in government compared to wealthier authorities in the south east , and warned today : “ Yes , we ’ ve set a ‘ no cuts ’ budget - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the future.
” Information included in the documents show that the council expects to save £1.2m by bringing the services provided by joint venture group Urban Vision - which include planning , infrastructure and highway services - back in-house .
Read more of today 's top stories here A further £2.4m is saved from the council ’ s share of the Greater Manchester business rate scheme , while documents show a £4.4m saving in the form of an ‘ integrated fund contribution , ’ and a further £1.7m through ‘ levy adjustments ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ opportunity to grill department chiefs on their sector ’ s spending plans , many members said that the lack of documentation containing the full budget figures made that difficult .
Conservative member for Worlsey , Karen Garrido , said : “ This is quite difficult for us - we haven ’ t got the documentation .
You ’ re asking us to agree to something that we ’ ve not been able to as a board totally scrutinise .
We ’ ve had all the rhetoric but not the documentation .
So it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ agree to all of that going to cabinet when we haven ’ t seen the documentation . ''
Fellow Tory councillor Les Turner said : “ It ’ s all rather vague.
” Labour councillors also said that it was difficult to scrutinise the choices made by each department without the full figures being made available .
Winton councillor Margaret Morris added : “ Without having any papers in front of us , it ’ s difficult to say… without knowing what they ’ re proposing , it ’ s like plucking a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chair David Jolley explained that he had asked for more detail for the panel to look at but said the way that savings is being ‘ tracked ’ this year has changed .
The full budget is expected to be revealed and signed off in Salford ’ s full council meeting on 26 February .

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Council tax is set to rise by nearly 4 per cent in Salford under draft budget plans released by the town hall.
The council announced last week that it had achieved a ‘no cuts’ budget - after years of huge slashes.
But councillors complained yesterday that budget documents were ‘vague’ and lacking in detail after the town hall failed to release a full break-down of its expected expenditure over the next year.
Members told Wednesday’s council scrutiny meeting that the lack of detail made it difficult to understand exactly how the budget had been balanced.
It’s expected that a complete departmental break-down of figures will emerge in time for a full council meeting at the end of the month.
However, what is clear is that council tax for Salford residents is expected to rise by 3.99pc - although Salford city mayor Paul Dennett told councillors that he was unhappy about the ‘regressive’ increase, arguing that it will affect poorer residents the most.
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He said that government projections - which assume a 1.99pc council tax increase, alongside 2pc increase in the adult social care precept - had forced the town hall’s hand.
Under the plans, someone in a band D property would have to pay an extra £55 per year.
In a statement last week announcing the move, he said: “Yet again the council has been forced to make council tax and precept increases to help protect vital services to vulnerable people, set a balanced budget and provide some degree of stability for the future as government fails to fund services to the levels required.”
Since 2010, Salford has had to make cuts of £211m to balance its books.
Dennett and executive finance member Bill Hinds said in Wednesday’s overview and scrutiny meeting that they hoped to deliver a ‘no cuts’ budget next year, too - although they added that this would depend on government financing - specifically the upcoming fair funding review.
Dennett has long argued that areas like Salford have been unfairly treated in government compared to wealthier authorities in the south east, and warned today: “Yes, we’ve set a ‘no cuts’ budget - but we’re very worried about the future.”
Information included in the documents show that the council expects to save £1.2m by bringing the services provided by joint venture group Urban Vision - which include planning, infrastructure and highway services - back in-house.
Read more of today's top stories here
A further £2.4m is saved from the council’s share of the Greater Manchester business rate scheme, while documents show a £4.4m saving in the form of an ‘integrated fund contribution,’ and a further £1.7m through ‘levy adjustments’.
However, while councillors had the opportunity to grill department chiefs on their sector’s spending plans, many members said that the lack of documentation containing the full budget figures made that difficult.
Conservative member for Worlsey, Karen Garrido, said: “This is quite difficult for us - we haven’t got the documentation. You’re asking us to agree to something that we’ve not been able to as a board totally scrutinise. We’ve had all the rhetoric but not the documentation. So it’s difficult for this board to agree to all of that going to cabinet when we haven’t seen the documentation."
Fellow Tory councillor Les Turner said: “It’s all rather vague.”
Labour councillors also said that it was difficult to scrutinise the choices made by each department without the full figures being made available.
Winton councillor Margaret Morris added: “Without having any papers in front of us, it’s difficult to say… without knowing what they’re proposing, it’s like plucking a straw from the wind.”
Scrutiny board chair David Jolley explained that he had asked for more detail for the panel to look at but said the way that savings is being ‘tracked’ this year has changed.
The full budget is expected to be revealed and signed off in Salford’s full council meeting on 26 February.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--How two Paul Pogba moments changed the Manchester United dressing room

Paul Pogba entered the dressing room at Carrington clad in ostentatious clothing that turned heads .
As he approached his locker , a voice in the background piped up .
`` Hey , what do you think this is ?
The circus ?
This is not the circus , this is Manchester United . ''
Zlatan Ibrahimovic kept Pogba in check during their 19 months as teammates .
`` I 'll make you famous , '' he bragged in one of Pogba 's first Instagram Stories .
Pogba cracked up .
After Ibrahimovic had left for the LA Galaxy in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Carrington garbed in more designer gear .
One witness , taking Ibrahimovic 's cue , described Pogba as a 'clown ' , but the clothing caught the attention of another teammate .
Jesse Lingard approached Pogba and marvelled at his attire .
He asked Pogba where he had got it from .
`` You ca n't get this , it was made just for me , '' Pogba clarified .
Sources who have worked with Pogba have told the MEN he is better in a team where he is a 'nobody ' .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Giorgio Chiellini , Leonardo Bonucci , Andrea Pirlo , Arturo Vidal and the like at Juventus .
France 's World Cup final XI featured Antoine Griezmann , Kylian Mbappe , Raphael Varane and N'golo Kante .
At United , there is a leadership vacuum and they are devoid of world-class talents .
Pogba 's presence - as well as that of Ibrahimovic - lifted morale in the squad in that summer of 2016 .
That was when Jose Mourinho started to phase out senior figures such as the waning Wayne Rooney and Bastian @ @ @ @ @ @ @ syndrome and Michael Carrick moved upstairs to one of the coach 's offices .
Those departures have not been offset with quality characters and Pogba , a World Cup winner , is the only one with a similar aura .
But wants to leave .
It is openly known among his friends and teammates at United that Pogba wants to leave .
His popularity has not subsided and a number were in attendance for his child 's first birthday party in January .
A dressing room source said Pogba 's 'head is not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is in the best interests of club and player that Pogba leave in the summer .
Pogba has received some unflattering monikers from his coterie of naysayers .
Mourinho dubbed him 'His excellency ' at a seminar in Portugal and the post-World Cup Pogba was referred to as 'The King ' by some at Carrington .
`` His ego changed dramatically , '' a United source said of Pogba 's return after the World Cup .
United officials remain purely positive about Pogba .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has hardly uttered a bad word @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the pre-season tour of Australia and Asia was praised by those inside the United camp .
Even before his sympathetic Instagram post last week , Ed Woodward is said to 'like ' Mino Raiola and regards his outbursts as 'part of a game ' .
The indulgence of Pogba has become extreme , though .
Pogba has been globetrotting during his two-and-a-half months out with an ankle injury , getting some vitamin E in Dubai and Miami , where he met his wife , Zulay in 2015 .
The videos of him playing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's quote to mind on the day United re-signed Pogba : `` I saw him Instagramming .
Swimming , karate , running , basketball , football , he does everything , so he must be fit ! ''
Pogba has Instagrammed umpteen fitness - and dancing - videos .
Schweinsteiger 's own jet-setting when in a knee brace ' p -- -- - off ' teammates , as one of them put it .
He returned for matchdays - a stipulation imposed by Louis van Gaal - but followed his tennis-playing wife Ana @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Rome during a four-month lay-off .
Pogba has been empowered by a United hierarchy that sided with him over Mourinho .
Mourinho is understood to have found his dismissal a shock since Woodward had backed him over his treatment of Pogba and actually encouraged Mourinho 's authoritative approach .
Pogba was on the bench for three of Mourinho 's last four fixtures in charge .
But there had already been signs Pogba would prevail in the civil war , such as the infamous Rolls-Royce pick-up at Burnley last season .
Mourinho revealed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( multiple sources have confirmed it was Pogba ) sought permission from him to leave Turf Moor separately and was told to switch vehicles 10 minutes into the journey .
Pogba , unsatisfied , also contacted Woodward , absent for a game where a banner that read 'Ed Woodward a specialist in failure ' flew overhead .
Woodward gave the okay , since Pogba said he had a private jet waiting to fly him to Paris .
Pogba 's driver 'Abs ' was waiting beside the team coach .
What appalled some United @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flaunting his wealth in front of working-class supporters who saw the team off .
`` Some of those Burnley players ' annual salary is the cost of the car , '' an onlooker quipped .
United are relaxed about Pogba 's future , despite his public declaration for a 'new challenge ' and his contract up in 2021 .
United have the option of an additional year , though qualification for the Champions League may not appease a player who has been fluttering his eyelashes at Zinedine Zidane .
Pogba is a fluent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bolivian nationality and a move to Castilla or Catalonia is inevitable .
Carrington will be duller without him .

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Paul Pogba entered the dressing room at Carrington clad in ostentatious clothing that turned heads. As he approached his locker, a voice in the background piped up.
"Hey, what do you think this is? The circus? This is not the circus, this is Manchester United."
Zlatan Ibrahimovic kept Pogba in check during their 19 months as teammates. "I'll make you famous," he bragged in one of Pogba's first Instagram Stories. Pogba cracked up.
After Ibrahimovic had left for the LA Galaxy in March 2018, Pogba again arrived at Carrington garbed in more designer gear. One witness, taking Ibrahimovic's cue, described Pogba as a 'clown', but the clothing caught the attention of another teammate.
Jesse Lingard approached Pogba and marvelled at his attire. He asked Pogba where he had got it from. "You can't get this, it was made just for me," Pogba clarified.
Sources who have worked with Pogba have told the MEN he is better in a team where he is a 'nobody'. Pogba was surrounded by Gianluigi Buffon, Giorgio Chiellini, Leonardo Bonucci, Andrea Pirlo, Arturo Vidal and the like at Juventus. France's World Cup final XI featured Antoine Griezmann, Kylian Mbappe, Raphael Varane and N'golo Kante. At United, there is a leadership vacuum and they are devoid of world-class talents.
Pogba's presence - as well as that of Ibrahimovic - lifted morale in the squad in that summer of 2016. That was when Jose Mourinho started to phase out senior figures such as the waning Wayne Rooney and Bastian Schweinsteiger. Ibrahimovic succumbed to second season syndrome and Michael Carrick moved upstairs to one of the coach's offices. Those departures have not been offset with quality characters and Pogba, a World Cup winner, is the only one with a similar aura. But wants to leave.
It is openly known among his friends and teammates at United that Pogba wants to leave. His popularity has not subsided and a number were in attendance for his child's first birthday party in January. A dressing room source said Pogba's 'head is not here' and the consensus is it is in the best interests of club and player that Pogba leave in the summer.
Pogba has received some unflattering monikers from his coterie of naysayers. Mourinho dubbed him 'His excellency' at a seminar in Portugal and the post-World Cup Pogba was referred to as 'The King' by some at Carrington. "His ego changed dramatically," a United source said of Pogba's return after the World Cup.
United officials remain purely positive about Pogba. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has hardly uttered a bad word about him and Pogba's professionalism on the pre-season tour of Australia and Asia was praised by those inside the United camp. Even before his sympathetic Instagram post last week, Ed Woodward is said to 'like' Mino Raiola and regards his outbursts as 'part of a game'.
The indulgence of Pogba has become extreme, though. Pogba has been globetrotting during his two-and-a-half months out with an ankle injury, getting some vitamin E in Dubai and Miami, where he met his wife, Zulay in 2015.
The videos of him playing basketball in Miami whilst recovering brought Mourinho's quote to mind on the day United re-signed Pogba: "I saw him Instagramming. Swimming, karate, running, basketball, football, he does everything, so he must be fit!" Pogba has Instagrammed umpteen fitness - and dancing - videos.
Schweinsteiger's own jet-setting when in a knee brace 'p----- off' teammates, as one of them put it. He returned for matchdays - a stipulation imposed by Louis van Gaal - but followed his tennis-playing wife Ana Ivanovic to Dubai, Miami, Stuttgart and Rome during a four-month lay-off.
Pogba has been empowered by a United hierarchy that sided with him over Mourinho. Mourinho is understood to have found his dismissal a shock since Woodward had backed him over his treatment of Pogba and actually encouraged Mourinho's authoritative approach. Pogba was on the bench for three of Mourinho's last four fixtures in charge.
But there had already been signs Pogba would prevail in the civil war, such as the infamous Rolls-Royce pick-up at Burnley last season. Mourinho revealed at a coaching seminar the unnamed player (multiple sources have confirmed it was Pogba) sought permission from him to leave Turf Moor separately and was told to switch vehicles 10 minutes into the journey.
Pogba, unsatisfied, also contacted Woodward, absent for a game where a banner that read 'Ed Woodward a specialist in failure' flew overhead. Woodward gave the okay, since Pogba said he had a private jet waiting to fly him to Paris. Pogba's driver 'Abs' was waiting beside the team coach.
What appalled some United staff members was they felt Pogba was flaunting his wealth in front of working-class supporters who saw the team off. "Some of those Burnley players' annual salary is the cost of the car," an onlooker quipped.
United are relaxed about Pogba's future, despite his public declaration for a 'new challenge' and his contract up in 2021. United have the option of an additional year, though qualification for the Champions League may not appease a player who has been fluttering his eyelashes at Zinedine Zidane. Pogba is a fluent Spanish-speaker on account of his wife's Bolivian nationality and a move to Castilla or Catalonia is inevitable.
Carrington will be duller without him.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--ADVERTORIAL: Tickets for Suede and Skunk Anansie go on sale - plus Fuzzy Sun announce biggest Manche

ADVERTORIAL: Tickets for Suede and Skunk Anansie go on sale - plus Fuzzy Sun announce biggest Manchester headline show to date

It 's been a chilly start to February .
But thankfully Manchester 's music scene is hotting up .
This week local band Fuzzy Sun have announced they will return to the city to perform in May , and upcoming alternative rapper Jimothy Lacoste will visit Manchester on his headline tour this April .
Tickets will also go on sale for Skunk Anansie , whose front woman Skin was revealed as the singer behind the costume of Duck on ITV 's new hit show The Masked Singer last week .
Tickets are likely to sell out fast , so if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see your favourite band or artist then do n't hang about .
Here 's the full lineup of tickets going on sale this week , along with all the details you 'll need .
After celebrating their 25-year anniversary in 2019 with the release of their album 25LIVE @ 25 , British rock icons Skunk Anansie have announced their return to the road with a major headline tour starting in June 2020 .
Having spent most of last year touring across the UK and Europe visiting 13 countries and headlining festivals , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shows across major UK cities .
The last 25 years have seen the band internationally acclaimed as one of the greatest British rock bands of all time , while Skin herself has become one of the world ’ s most iconic female performers , as well as an inspirational role model , activist , trailblazer for women in the music industry , model and muse for designers .
Last week it was revealed that Skin was the bold singer behind the costume of Duck on ITV 's new hit show The Masked Singer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Manchester 's O2 Victoria Warehouse on December 7 .
Tickets to see Skunk Anansie go on sale on Friday , February 7 at 9am from Gigs and Tours .
Talented 24-year-old musician Thelma Plum has announced two new UK shows this year .
Her debut album Better In Blak tells the story of culture , heritage , love , and pain .
With incredible strength , courage and heartbreaking tenderness , Better In Blak captures so what it ’ s like to be a young Aboriginal woman in Australia .
Written and recorded @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with her frequent collaborator and producer Alex Burnett , the album is 12 tracks of Thelma at her best ; brutally honest , insightful , incisive and wearing her heart on her sleeve .
Thelma will play at Manchester 's Deaf Institute on May 13 before making her way to London Lafayette on May 14 .
Tickets are on sale now from Gigs and Tours .
2019 was quite the year for Stockport favourites Fuzzy Sun and now they are looking to top it this year with a five-date tour in May .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ once again in their home city , with their biggest headline show to date at Manchester Academy 2 .
Last July , Fuzzy Sun supported local band Blossoms at their iconic hometown show at Stockport County FC ’ s Edgeley Park , and also supported Two Door Cinema Club in October when they played their first string of arena shows .
This week , the band has released its first track of the year , Pretty People / Gentleman ’ s Touch .
The band will perform at Manchester Academy 2 on May @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Manchester go on sale on Friday , February 7 at 9am from Gigs and Tours .
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Basia Bulat has released her latest single Already Forgiven taken from her forthcoming album Are You in Love ?
, set to be released this March .
Bulat has joined forces once again with Jim James of My Morning Jacket for her new album , who also produced her 2016 release Good Advice , and recently shared a video for lead track Your Girl .
To mark the release of her new music @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of European tour dates with three shows in the UK this September .
You can see Basia perform at YES ( The Basement ) on September 26 .
Tickets go on general sale on Thursday , February 6 at 10am from Gigs and Tours .
British four-piece Glass Animals have announced two special shows in Manchester and London this February .
The band consists of childhood friends Dave Bayley , Drew MacFarlane , Edmund Irwin-Singer , and Joe Seaward who released their debut EP Leaflings whilst studying at university in 2012 .
Their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ different sounds , which include pop , rock , and psychedelic music .
The band will perform at Manchester 's Gorilla on February 16 .
Tickets go on sale on Friday , February 7 at 9am from Gigs and Tours .
Alternative London rapper Jimothy Lacoste is set to head out on a headline tour of the UK this April .
The 21-year-old began posting music online in 2016 before his breakthrough track Getting Busy was released on YouTube in 2017 .
Since then , he has had a series of viral hits @ @ @ @ @ @ @ London and from popular music websites .
In 2019 , Jimothy played at festivals including Bristol 's Strawberries and Cream and Glastonbury , where The Telegraph referred to him as a 'viral Internet enigma ' .
Jimothy will perform at Manchester 's Band on the Wall on April 22 before heading to Bristol , Birmingham , Nottingham and Leeds .
Tickets go on general sale on Friday , February 7 at 10am from Gigs and Tours .
Nashville ’ s acclaimed all-female band Song Suffragettes will embark on their first-ever international tour this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Candi Carpenter from the United States along with Vic Allen and Bellah Mae from the United Kingdom .
Plus , in keeping with the Song Suffragettes ’ mission to always introduce new talent at every show , there will be an additional , local singer-songwriter performing with the women at every show .
In over five years , Song Suffragettes has become a Nashville music institution , known for combating widespread gender disparity throughout the music community .
The Song Suffragettes will perform at Manchester 's Band on the Wall on April @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Friday , February 7 at 10am from Gigs and Tours .
British rock band Suede have announced an extended run of European dates this October .
The gigs will see the band playing their classic third album Coming Up in full , as well as a generous smattering of hits .
Coming Up spawned five top ten singles in the UK and the success of the new , fizzy pop sound of Trash , Beautiful Ones , Saturday Night , Lazy and Filmstar made the record Suede ’ s most commercially successful @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Manchester 's O2 Victoria Warehouse on October 23 before heading to London , Denmark and Sweden .
Tickets to see Suede go on sale on Friday , February 7 at 9am from Gigs and Tours .

It's been a chilly start to February.
But thankfully Manchester's music scene is hotting up.
This week local band Fuzzy Sun have announced they will return to the city to perform in May, and upcoming alternative rapper Jimothy Lacoste will visit Manchester on his headline tour this April.
Tickets will also go on sale for Skunk Anansie, whose front woman Skin was revealed as the singer behind the costume of Duck on ITV's new hit show The Masked Singer last week.
Tickets are likely to sell out fast, so if you want to guarantee a spot to see your favourite band or artist then don't hang about.
Here's the full lineup of tickets going on sale this week, along with all the details you'll need.
Skunk Anansie, O2 Victoria Warehouse
December 7, 2020
After celebrating their 25-year anniversary in 2019 with the release of their album 25LIVE@25, British rock icons Skunk Anansie have announced their return to the road with a major headline tour starting in June 2020.
Having spent most of last year touring across the UK and Europe visiting 13 countries and headlining festivals, the band are set to return for more shows across major UK cities.
The last 25 years have seen the band internationally acclaimed as one of the greatest British rock bands of all time, while Skin herself has become one of the world’s most iconic female performers, as well as an inspirational role model, activist, trailblazer for women in the music industry, model and muse for designers.
Last week it was revealed that Skin was the bold singer behind the costume of Duck on ITV's new hit show The Masked Singer.
The band will perform together at Manchester's O2 Victoria Warehouse on December 7.
Tickets to see Skunk Anansie go on sale on Friday, February 7 at 9am from Gigs and Tours.
Thelma Plum, Deaf Institute
May 13, 2020
Talented 24-year-old musician Thelma Plum has announced two new UK shows this year.
Her debut album Better In Blak tells the story of culture, heritage, love, and pain.
With incredible strength, courage and heartbreaking tenderness, Better In Blak captures so what it’s like to be a young Aboriginal woman in Australia.
Written and recorded across New York, London and Sydney with her frequent collaborator and producer Alex Burnett, the album is 12 tracks of Thelma at her best; brutally honest, insightful, incisive and wearing her heart on her sleeve.
Thelma will play at Manchester's Deaf Institute on May 13 before making her way to London Lafayette on May 14.
Tickets are on sale now from Gigs and Tours.
Fuzzy Sun, Manchester Academy 2
May 29, 2020
2019 was quite the year for Stockport favourites Fuzzy Sun and now they are looking to top it this year with a five-date tour in May.
The tour will see the band perform once again in their home city, with their biggest headline show to date at Manchester Academy 2.
Last July, Fuzzy Sun supported local band Blossoms at their iconic hometown show at Stockport County FC’s Edgeley Park, and also supported Two Door Cinema Club in October when they played their first string of arena shows.
This week, the band has released its first track of the year, Pretty People / Gentleman’s Touch.
The band will perform at Manchester Academy 2 on May 29.
Tickets to see Fuzzy Sun in Manchester go on sale on Friday, February 7 at 9am from Gigs and Tours.
(Image: Richmond Lam 2019)
Basia Bulat, YES
September 26, 2020
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Basia Bulat has released her latest single Already Forgiven taken from her forthcoming album Are You in Love?, set to be released this March.
Bulat has joined forces once again with Jim James of My Morning Jacket for her new album, who also produced her 2016 release Good Advice, and recently shared a video for lead track Your Girl.
To mark the release of her new music, Basia has also announced a run of European tour dates with three shows in the UK this September.
You can see Basia perform at YES (The Basement) on September 26.
Tickets go on general sale on Thursday, February 6 at 10am from Gigs and Tours.
(Image: Elliott Arnd)
Glass Animals, Gorilla
February 16, 2020
British four-piece Glass Animals have announced two special shows in Manchester and London this February.
The band consists of childhood friends Dave Bayley, Drew MacFarlane, Edmund Irwin-Singer, and Joe Seaward who released their debut EP Leaflings whilst studying at university in 2012.
Their music is a highly eclectic blend of different sounds, which include pop, rock, and psychedelic music.
The band will perform at Manchester's Gorilla on February 16.
Tickets go on sale on Friday, February 7 at 9am from Gigs and Tours.
Jimothy Lacoste, Band on the Wall
April 22, 2020
Alternative London rapper Jimothy Lacoste is set to head out on a headline tour of the UK this April.
The 21-year-old began posting music online in 2016 before his breakthrough track Getting Busy was released on YouTube in 2017.
Since then, he has had a series of viral hits, and received considerable media attention in London and from popular music websites.
In 2019, Jimothy played at festivals including Bristol's Strawberries and Cream and Glastonbury, where The Telegraph referred to him as a 'viral Internet enigma'.
Jimothy will perform at Manchester's Band on the Wall on April 22 before heading to Bristol, Birmingham, Nottingham and Leeds.
Tickets go on general sale on Friday, February 7 at 10am from Gigs and Tours.
Song Suffragettes, Band on the Wall
April 29, 2020
Nashville’s acclaimed all-female band Song Suffragettes will embark on their first-ever international tour this April.
It will feature Kalie Shorr and Candi Carpenter from the United States along with Vic Allen and Bellah Mae from the United Kingdom.
Plus, in keeping with the Song Suffragettes’ mission to always introduce new talent at every show, there will be an additional, local singer-songwriter performing with the women at every show.
In over five years, Song Suffragettes has become a Nashville music institution, known for combating widespread gender disparity throughout the music community.
The Song Suffragettes will perform at Manchester's Band on the Wall on April 29.
Tickets go on general sale on Friday, February 7 at 10am from Gigs and Tours.
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(Image: Richmond Lam 2019)
Suede, O2 Victoria Warehouse
October 23, 2020
British rock band Suede have announced an extended run of European dates this October.
The gigs will see the band playing their classic third album Coming Up in full, as well as a generous smattering of hits.
Coming Up spawned five top ten singles in the UK and the success of the new, fizzy pop sound of Trash, Beautiful Ones, Saturday Night, Lazy and Filmstar made the record Suede’s most commercially successful to date.
Suede will perform at Manchester's O2 Victoria Warehouse on October 23 before heading to London, Denmark and Sweden.
Tickets to see Suede go on sale on Friday, February 7 at 9am from Gigs and Tours.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--Cumbria Dark Skies Festival set to showcase beauty of the night sky to stargazers

Not only is Cumbria home to some of the most beautiful landscapes and scenery in Britain , the regions dark skies are perfect for star gazing .
The lack of light pollution and wide uninterrupted views offer an unparalleled view of the night sky And new for 2020 , the first ever Cumbria Dark Skies Festival has announced , with a packed program of astronomy themed events showcasing the best of the night sky The three-day programme includes sensory twilight strolls , moonlight bike rides , art installations and even a chance to get up-close and personal with rocks from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Planetarium and Meteorite Workshop ’ .
Other highlights including astro-photography tips with the winner of the 2019 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition ’ s People and Space category , Ben Bush .
Illuminated orbs will float on Grizedale Tarn , designed to interact with the stars and celebrate the forest as a beautiful place to experience dark skies .
The Cumbria-wide festival – which will be held at various locations across the county - is aiming to provide an opportunity for people of all ages to fall in love with some of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Managing Director of Cumbria Tourism , Gill Haigh , says , “ With more than 1,000 stars visible on a clear night complimented by part of our own galaxy , The Milky Way , which majestically stretches across the night sky , The Lake District , Cumbria easily outshines the city lights for a memorable getaway – making it the perfect destination for an unforgettable night of stargazing .
We ’ re tremendously fortunate to be able to invite visitors to join residents to celebrate what we have on offer.
” Mark Holroyd @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We ’ re thrilled to be holding events as part of Cumbria ’ s Dark Skies Festival at both Grizedale and Whinlatter Forests .
From night-time bike rides , to walks and exhibitions , we ’ re very excited to be able to offer such an extensive range of activities to people who are fascinated with the skies above us .
We hope this will build on the growing popularity of stargazing activities which can already be enjoyed at both of these beautiful forests.
” o find out more information about all of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dark Skies Festival websites at Golakes here and Friends of the Lake District here .
• Lake District Dark Skies Weekend with Calvert Lakes , Keswick* : This fully catered residential weekend gives stargazers the opportunity to take part in a variety of night-sky activities including a special dark skies talk , film night and planetarium visit ; and is largely accessible to those with both physical and learning disabilities .
*This event also takes place on Saturday and Sunday .
• Sounds of Dusk at Eycott Hill Nature Reserve : Experience the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a walk through this spectacular nature reserve .
Keep your ears open for owls and your eyes peeled for badgers and deer , as you ’ re joined by experts from The Cumbria Wildlife Trust .
• Mountain Bike* and eBike Night Ride at Cyclewise Whinlatter : A great opportunity to meet new people and a chance to see the beautiful winter skies - away from urban light .
As you take a break and pull off the trail , don ’ t forget turn off the lights and enjoy the tranquility of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mountain bike event will also be held on Saturday .
• Nature ’ s Nightlife at Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre : Join us for a magical guided evening walk through the forest .
Listen out for owls , learn about the wildlife in the forest , experience the wonders of the night sky and finish with hot chocolate and marshmallows around a campfire .
• Intrastellar by artist Steve Messam at Grizedale Forest & Visitor Centre* ( pictured ) : ‘ Intrastellar ’ is a new temporary art installation by Steve Messam @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Forest .
By day , the pure white float on Grizedale Tarn adding a purity of form in a wild environment , while by night the tarn is transformed by their gentle glow in the darkness into an echo of the stars in the dark skies above .
*Also taking place on Saturday and Sunday .
• Earth Photo Exhibition at Grizedale Forest & Visitor Centre* : This exhibition offers a series of stunning and thought-provoking images of the planet , including 35 captivating photographs .
*Also taking place on Saturday and Sunday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ & Wonders of the Sky at Solway Wetlands Centre : Join the Solway Coast AONB team for a three-mile wander to watch the evening light disappearing behind the outline of the Scottish hills before scanning the night sky in search of heavenly wonders .
• Whinlatter Dark Skies Walk at Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre* : Join Jo Gruchy , a qualified and experienced Mountain Leader , who will help you experience the forest like never before .
Switch off your torch during this two-hour walk and gaze at the night sky high @ @ @ @ @ @ @ takes place on Sunday .
• Dark Skies and Landscape Photography Weekend at Beckfoot Retreat B & B , Ennerdale Water* : A two-night break giving you the opportunity to brush up on your photography skills .
This course will include a combination of landscape photography by day and long exposure photography of the dark skies by night , along with post editing tuition .
*This course runs on Friday , Saturday and Sunday .
• Stargazing with High Tea at Beckfoot Retreat B & B , Ennerdale Water : Witness amazing views @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , from where you can follow the path to the water ’ s edge to enjoy the amazing sight of stars , constellations and possibly the Milky Way reflected in Ennerdale Water .
• Exploring the Dark - A walk for wellness at Staveley Roundhouse : Take a night-time stroll from Staveley Village through part of Staveley Woodlands to discover why it ’ s good for your health and mental wellbeing to get out at night .
Experience how all of your senses change as the night draws in , using only red @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Astronomy Society public stargazing at Crow Park : A range of telescopes will be available and several local members of the society will be on hand to show you how to use them to find your way across the night sky .
• Planetarium and Meteorite workshops at Ambleside Parish Church ( St Mary 's ) and Rheged* : This workshop session is guaranteed to captivate adults and children alike , whether they are old or new to stargazing .
Astronomers from Kielder Observatory will take visitors on a journey of discovery inside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before teaching visitors more about our solar system .
* The Rheged event also takes place on Sunday .
• Darkening Skies Pottery Workshop at Grizedale : Learn how to reduce your own light pollution at this workshop with local makers Tom Philipson and Adam Sutherland .
Create simple decorative cowlings to minimise light pollution from domestic outdoor lighting , including security timer lights .
• Nature ’ s Nightlife at Grizedale forest at Grizedale Forest & Visitor Centre : Soak-up the wonders of the forest under the stars on this exciting walk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ darkness .
Even better : Hot chocolate will be provided !
• Dark Skies Exploration Day in The Forgotten Lands at The Crossings Inn : Choose from three special events , to enjoy an interpreted walk along part of the historic Roman road Via Scotia ; A guided bike ride ; or bring your own telescopes along to a care and maintenance workshop for advice on repairs .
• Supper & Stargazing at Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre : Our expert Andrew Gray will present an Introduction to the Night Sky , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ admire the dark skies of Whinlatter .
You ’ ll even be treated to a hot pie before a Q & A session to satisfy your enquiring mind .
• None Astrophotography Exhibition and Talks at Keswick Moot Hall : Spend an afternoon in the presence of some of the UK ’ s top astro-photographers for in-depth talks , featuring stunning images of the night sky , with hints and tips on how to take your own beautiful images of the night sky .
• Stargazing at Alston Moor Golf Club : One @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the heavens , this stargazing session will be run by well-respected astronomer , Gary Lintern .
Suitable for beginners to amateur stargazers , this two hour experience will also include a glimpse at plans for a new observatory at the golf club !

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Not only is Cumbria home to some of the most beautiful landscapes and scenery in Britain, the regions dark skies are perfect for star gazing.
The lack of light pollution and wide uninterrupted views offer an unparalleled view of the night sky
And new for 2020, the first ever Cumbria Dark Skies Festival has announced, with a packed program of astronomy themed events showcasing the best of the night sky
The three-day programme includes sensory twilight strolls, moonlight bike rides, art installations and even a chance to get up-close and personal with rocks from space during a pop-up ‘Dark Sky Planetarium and Meteorite Workshop’.
Other highlights including astro-photography tips with the winner of the 2019 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition’s People and Space category, Ben Bush.
(Image: Handout)
Illuminated orbs will float on Grizedale Tarn, designed to interact with the stars and celebrate the forest as a beautiful place to experience dark skies.
The Cumbria-wide festival – which will be held at various locations across the county - is aiming to provide an opportunity for people of all ages to fall in love with some of the darkest skies in the UK.
Managing Director of Cumbria Tourism, Gill Haigh, says, “With more than 1,000 stars visible on a clear night complimented by part of our own galaxy, The Milky Way, which majestically stretches across the night sky, The Lake District, Cumbria easily outshines the city lights for a memorable getaway – making it the perfect destination for an unforgettable night of stargazing. We’re tremendously fortunate to be able to invite visitors to join residents to celebrate what we have on offer.”
Mark Holroyd from Forestry England, says, “We’re thrilled to be holding events as part of Cumbria’s Dark Skies Festival at both Grizedale and Whinlatter Forests. From night-time bike rides, to walks and exhibitions, we’re very excited to be able to offer such an extensive range of activities to people who are fascinated with the skies above us. We hope this will build on the growing popularity of stargazing activities which can already be enjoyed at both of these beautiful forests.”
o find out more information about all of those events and more, visit the Dark Skies Festival websites at Golakes here and Friends of the Lake District here.
Cumbria Dark Skies Festival - full program
Friday, February 21 :
Lake District Dark Skies Weekend with Calvert Lakes, Keswick*: This fully catered residential weekend gives stargazers the opportunity to take part in a variety of night-sky activities including a special dark skies talk, film night and planetarium visit; and is largely accessible to those with both physical and learning disabilities. *This event also takes place on Saturday and Sunday.
This fully catered residential weekend gives stargazers the opportunity to take part in a variety of night-sky activities including a special dark skies talk, film night and planetarium visit; and is largely accessible to those with both physical and learning disabilities. *This event also takes place on Saturday and Sunday. Sounds of Dusk at Eycott Hill Nature Reserve: Experience the magic of Eycott Hill at twilight with a walk through this spectacular nature reserve. Keep your ears open for owls and your eyes peeled for badgers and deer, as you’re joined by experts from The Cumbria Wildlife Trust.
Experience the magic of Eycott Hill at twilight with a walk through this spectacular nature reserve. Keep your ears open for owls and your eyes peeled for badgers and deer, as you’re joined by experts from The Cumbria Wildlife Trust. Mountain Bike* and eBike Night Ride at Cyclewise Whinlatter: A great opportunity to meet new people and a chance to see the beautiful winter skies - away from urban light. As you take a break and pull off the trail, don’t forget turn off the lights and enjoy the tranquility of being outside at night. * The Mountain bike event will also be held on Saturday.
A great opportunity to meet new people and a chance to see the beautiful winter skies - away from urban light. As you take a break and pull off the trail, don’t forget turn off the lights and enjoy the tranquility of being outside at night. The Mountain bike event will also be held on Saturday. Nature’s Nightlife at Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre: Join us for a magical guided evening walk through the forest. Listen out for owls, learn about the wildlife in the forest, experience the wonders of the night sky and finish with hot chocolate and marshmallows around a campfire.
Join us for a magical guided evening walk through the forest. Listen out for owls, learn about the wildlife in the forest, experience the wonders of the night sky and finish with hot chocolate and marshmallows around a campfire. Intrastellar by artist Steve Messam at Grizedale Forest & Visitor Centre* (pictured): ‘Intrastellar’ is a new temporary art installation by Steve Messam, commissioned by Forestry England in Grizedale Forest. By day, the pure white float on Grizedale Tarn adding a purity of form in a wild environment, while by night the tarn is transformed by their gentle glow in the darkness into an echo of the stars in the dark skies above. *Also taking place on Saturday and Sunday.
Earth Photo Exhibition at Grizedale Forest & Visitor Centre*: This exhibition offers a series of stunning and thought-provoking images of the planet, including 35 captivating photographs. *Also taking place on Saturday and Sunday.
This exhibition offers a series of stunning and thought-provoking images of the planet, including 35 captivating photographs. *Also taking place on Saturday and Sunday. Exploring the Dark: Wildlife & Wonders of the Sky at Solway Wetlands Centre: Join the Solway Coast AONB team for a three-mile wander to watch the evening light disappearing behind the outline of the Scottish hills before scanning the night sky in search of heavenly wonders.
Join the Solway Coast AONB team for a three-mile wander to watch the evening light disappearing behind the outline of the Scottish hills before scanning the night sky in search of heavenly wonders. Whinlatter Dark Skies Walk at Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre*: Join Jo Gruchy, a qualified and experienced Mountain Leader, who will help you experience the forest like never before. Switch off your torch during this two-hour walk and gaze at the night sky high above you. * This event also takes place on Sunday.
Join Jo Gruchy, a qualified and experienced Mountain Leader, who will help you experience the forest like never before. Switch off your torch during this two-hour walk and gaze at the night sky high above you. * This event also takes place on Sunday. Dark Skies and Landscape Photography Weekend at Beckfoot Retreat B&B, Ennerdale Water*: A two-night break giving you the opportunity to brush up on your photography skills. This course will include a combination of landscape photography by day and long exposure photography of the dark skies by night, along with post editing tuition. *This course runs on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Saturday, February 22:
(Image: Dark Sky Wales)
Stargazing with High Tea at Beckfoot Retreat B&B, Ennerdale Water: Witness amazing views of the night skies from Beckfoot Retreat, from where you can follow the path to the water’s edge to enjoy the amazing sight of stars, constellations and possibly the Milky Way reflected in Ennerdale Water.
Witness amazing views of the night skies from Beckfoot Retreat, from where you can follow the path to the water’s edge to enjoy the amazing sight of stars, constellations and possibly the Milky Way reflected in Ennerdale Water. Exploring the Dark - A walk for wellness at Staveley Roundhouse: Take a night-time stroll from Staveley Village through part of Staveley Woodlands to discover why it’s good for your health and mental wellbeing to get out at night. Experience how all of your senses change as the night draws in, using only red lights - if any!
Take a night-time stroll from Staveley Village through part of Staveley Woodlands to discover why it’s good for your health and mental wellbeing to get out at night. Experience how all of your senses change as the night draws in, using only red lights - if any! Cockermouth Astronomy Society public stargazing at Crow Park: A range of telescopes will be available and several local members of the society will be on hand to show you how to use them to find your way across the night sky.
A range of telescopes will be available and several local members of the society will be on hand to show you how to use them to find your way across the night sky. Planetarium and Meteorite workshops at Ambleside Parish Church (St Mary's) and Rheged*: This workshop session is guaranteed to captivate adults and children alike, whether they are old or new to stargazing. Astronomers from Kielder Observatory will take visitors on a journey of discovery inside the planetarium and show-off real space rocks before teaching visitors more about our solar system. * The Rheged event also takes place on Sunday.
This workshop session is guaranteed to captivate adults and children alike, whether they are old or new to stargazing. Astronomers from Kielder Observatory will take visitors on a journey of discovery inside the planetarium and show-off real space rocks before teaching visitors more about our solar system. * The Rheged event also takes place on Sunday. Darkening Skies Pottery Workshop at Grizedale: Learn how to reduce your own light pollution at this workshop with local makers Tom Philipson and Adam Sutherland. Create simple decorative cowlings to minimise light pollution from domestic outdoor lighting, including security timer lights.
(Image: Handout)
Nature’s Nightlife at Grizedale forest at Grizedale Forest & Visitor Centre: Soak-up the wonders of the forest under the stars on this exciting walk into the forest under the cover of darkness. Even better: Hot chocolate will be provided!
Soak-up the wonders of the forest under the stars on this exciting walk into the forest under the cover of darkness. Even better: Hot chocolate will be provided! Dark Skies Exploration Day in The Forgotten Lands at The Crossings Inn: Choose from three special events, to enjoy an interpreted walk along part of the historic Roman road Via Scotia; A guided bike ride; or bring your own telescopes along to a care and maintenance workshop for advice on repairs.
Choose from three special events, to enjoy an interpreted walk along part of the historic Roman road Via Scotia; A guided bike ride; or bring your own telescopes along to a care and maintenance workshop for advice on repairs. Supper & Stargazing at Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre: Our expert Andrew Gray will present an Introduction to the Night Sky, with opportunities to look through the telescope and admire the dark skies of Whinlatter. You’ll even be treated to a hot pie before a Q&A session to satisfy your enquiring mind.
Our expert Andrew Gray will present an Introduction to the Night Sky, with opportunities to look through the telescope and admire the dark skies of Whinlatter. You’ll even be treated to a hot pie before a Q&A session to satisfy your enquiring mind. Astrophotography Exhibition and Talks at Keswick Moot Hall: Spend an afternoon in the presence of some of the UK’s top astro-photographers for in-depth talks, featuring stunning images of the night sky, with hints and tips on how to take your own beautiful images of the night sky.
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Sunday, February 23:


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--Avengers Universe Party is coming to Cockfields Farm - with a 7ft Hulk

A superhero event is coming to Cockfields Farm next month .
The Avengers Universe Party is coming to the venue for just one weekend and will feature a 7ft Hulk along with other characters from Marvel squad .
There 'll be taking over the farm for just one weekend in March , so while most parents will be thinking about February half term activities , if you do n't buy the tickets now , they 're likely to sell out .
Mark Navin , who manages the attraction on the border of Ashton and Oldham , said : `` Children @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pictures , games and a bit of a boogie .
`` It 's a fantastic opportunity to meet their heroes all in one place . ''
The event runs over Saturday , March 14 and Sunday , March 15 .
Sessions last for 45 minutes but tickets include all-day admission to the farm , where there are smaller animals to handle , like guinea pigs and rabbits and larger ones to feed such as sheep , goats , cows , llamas and alpacas .
There are also indoor and outdoor play areas , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and a giant jumping pillow , weather permitting .
Tickets cost £12.95 for children and £8.95 for adults and can be booked online .

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A superhero event is coming to Cockfields Farm next month.
The Avengers Universe Party is coming to the venue for just one weekend and will feature a 7ft Hulk along with other characters from Marvel squad.
Others include Captain America , Spider-Man, Groot and Captain Marvel.
There'll be taking over the farm for just one weekend in March, so while most parents will be thinking about February half term activities, if you don't buy the tickets now, they're likely to sell out.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Mark Navin, who manages the attraction on the border of Ashton and Oldham, said: "Children can meet their favourite Marvel heroes for pictures, games and a bit of a boogie.
"It's a fantastic opportunity to meet their heroes all in one place."
The event runs over Saturday, March 14 and Sunday, March 15.
Sessions last for 45 minutes but tickets include all-day admission to the farm, where there are smaller animals to handle, like guinea pigs and rabbits and larger ones to feed such as sheep, goats, cows, llamas and alpacas.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
There are also indoor and outdoor play areas, including climbing frames, slides, swings and a giant jumping pillow, weather permitting.
Tickets cost £12.95 for children and £8.95 for adults and can be booked online.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--Man City stance on Manchester United transfer target Jude Bellingham

Manchester City have made no plans to sign Birmingham wonderkid and Manchester United target Jude Bellingham .
The 16-year-old has come onto the radar of a number of top clubs , including the Blues , after a breakout season that has seen him become Birmingham 's youngest ever debutant in August and make 29 appearances for the Championship club .
MEN Sport reported last month how United were interested in signing Bellingham as they target young British talent .
City are always keen on the best young players , and have snapped up starlets including Oscar Bobb , Samuel Edozie @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the last 12 months to add to their academy .
However , it is understood that they are not interested in signing Bellingham , who has been valued as high as £30million .
Pep Guardiola will have a big hole to fill in his midfield in summer when David Silva leaves the club after a decade of excellence at the Etihad .
However , Phil Foden has long been touted as his successor and the manager has repeatedly said there are no plans to bring in a marquee player in that position .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ academy , caught the eye of first team coaches on the summer tour of the Far East and has impressed at whatever level he has played at this season .
City remain keen to strengthen in defence in summer , having seen their title defence fall down with the absences of Vincent Kompany and Aymeric Laporte proving too costly .

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Manchester City have made no plans to sign Birmingham wonderkid and Manchester United target Jude Bellingham.
The 16-year-old has come onto the radar of a number of top clubs, including the Blues, after a breakout season that has seen him become Birmingham's youngest ever debutant in August and make 29 appearances for the Championship club. MEN Sport reported last month how United were interested in signing Bellingham as they target young British talent.
City are always keen on the best young players, and have snapped up starlets including Oscar Bobb, Samuel Edozie, Oscar Tarensi and Liam Delap in the last 12 months to add to their academy.
However, it is understood that they are not interested in signing Bellingham, who has been valued as high as £30million.
Pep Guardiola will have a big hole to fill in his midfield in summer when David Silva leaves the club after a decade of excellence at the Etihad. However, Phil Foden has long been touted as his successor and the manager has repeatedly said there are no plans to bring in a marquee player in that position.
Tommy Doyle, another product of the academy, caught the eye of first team coaches on the summer tour of the Far East and has impressed at whatever level he has played at this season.
City remain keen to strengthen in defence in summer, having seen their title defence fall down with the absences of Vincent Kompany and Aymeric Laporte proving too costly.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--Man City manager Pep Guardiola asked about Kevin De Bruyne joining Real Madrid

Pep Guardiola joked Real Madrid president Florentino Perez will have to call him directly if he is interested in taking Kevin De Bruyne to the Bernabeu .
De Bruyne and his Manchester City teammates will come face to face with Madrid later this month when the Champions League knockout phase gets underway , with the last-16 first leg taking place in Spain on February 26 before the return leg at the Etihad on March 17 .
During an interview with Spanish YouTube channel Post United , Guardiola was asked about the possibility of De Bruyne moving to Madrid and joked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Madrid ?
Florentino will have to call me . ''
Guardiola has failed to get beyond the quarter-finals of the Champions League in each of his three previous seasons in charge of City and has not reached the final of the competition since he won it as Barcelona manager in 2011 .
Ahead of the two-legged tie with Madrid , Guardiola has attempted to reduce the pressure on his side by saying it will not be the end of the world if City do n't win the competition this season .
`` City @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wanted to just stay in the Premier League but then suddenly , they were bought and they took a leap forward and won four leagues in a decade , '' Guardiola added .
`` The only thing they do n't have is a Champions League and it 's normal that people ask for it .
It 's good that they ask for it .
I will try , and if not this year then next year ... the world wo n't end if you do n't win it . ''

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Pep Guardiola joked Real Madrid president Florentino Perez will have to call him directly if he is interested in taking Kevin De Bruyne to the Bernabeu.
De Bruyne and his Manchester City teammates will come face to face with Madrid later this month when the Champions League knockout phase gets underway, with the last-16 first leg taking place in Spain on February 26 before the return leg at the Etihad on March 17.
During an interview with Spanish YouTube channel Post United, Guardiola was asked about the possibility of De Bruyne moving to Madrid and joked: "Could De Bruyne play in Madrid? Florentino will have to call me."
Guardiola has failed to get beyond the quarter-finals of the Champions League in each of his three previous seasons in charge of City and has not reached the final of the competition since he won it as Barcelona manager in 2011.
Ahead of the two-legged tie with Madrid, Guardiola has attempted to reduce the pressure on his side by saying it will not be the end of the world if City don't win the competition this season.
"City was a club that for a decade wanted to just stay in the Premier League but then suddenly, they were bought and they took a leap forward and won four leagues in a decade," Guardiola added.
"The only thing they don't have is a Champions League and it's normal that people ask for it. It's good that they ask for it. I will try, and if not this year then next year... the world won't end if you don't win it."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--Violent anti-Semitic attacks are on the increase and Salford has been picked out as a hotspot

Violent anti-Semitic attacks are on the increase and Salford has been picked out as a hotspot .
The Jewish charity Communities Security Trust ( CST ) said there was a 7 per cent increase in incidents in 2019 , with more than 100 recorded every month .
CST said this indicates ' a general atmosphere of intolerance and prejudice is maintaining the high incident totals , rather than a one-off specific ‘ trigger ’ event ' .
However , they added that the highest single monthly totals in 2019 came in February and December , 'both months when the problem @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the subject of sustained discussion and activity . '
Almost two thirds of the 1,805 anti-Semitic incidents were recorded in Greater London and Greater Manchester , the two largest Jewish communities in the country .
CST recorded an 11 per cent fall in incidents in Greater Manchester , from 251 in 2018 to 223 incidents in 2019 .
However , the charity said Salford was among three boroughs that accounted for almost half of all violent anti-Semitic assaults in 2019 .
Overall there were 159 incidents , an increase of 25 per cent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were in Barnet and 28 in Hackney , both London boroughs , and 15 were in Salford .
Mark Gardner , a spokesperson for CST , told the Manchester Evening News incidents in 2019 included ; a victim being punched in the face , Jewish skull caps being snatched off heads , objects being thrown such as eggs , food , a bottle , and in one case a metal bar .
He said : `` Anybody who knows Salford will have seen how vibrant and full Jewish life is there .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Jewish hate crimes do occur , including those involving violence . ''
CST said the vast majority of incidents - around 80 per cent - could be categorised as 'abusive behaviour ' .
The M.E.N has reported on anti-Semitic incidents across Greater Manchester in recent years .
Last August , we published footage of a man harassing a young Jewish couple dressed in traditional Hasidic clothing on a tram .
A witness said a number of bystanders intervened to protest the victims .
In November , Marlon Solomon shared a video of two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a takeaway in the city centre .
He said the men began saying Jewish people should be `` wiped out '' and denied the Holocaust took place .
CST said violent attacks accounted for 9 per cent of incidents overall , threats 5 per cent , damage and desecration 5 per cent , literature 0.1 per cent and extreme violence less than 0.1 per cent .
CST Chief Executive David Delew said : `` 2019 was another difficult year for British Jews and it is no surprise that recorded anti-Semitic incidents reached yet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that both social media and mainstream politics are places where anti-Semitism and racism need to be driven out , if things are to improve in the future . ''
Home Secretary , Rt Hon Priti Patel MP said : `` It ’ s appalling that we have seen another increase of sickening abuse against the Jewish community .
`` We need to do much more to tackle antisemitism and the intolerance this creates across society .
`` As Home Secretary I am pushing for greater collaboration , both across government , policing , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remove this shameful stain on our society . ''
Of Greater Manchester ’ s 223 antisemitic incidents recorded in 2019 , 73 happened in Bury , 68 in Salford , 39 in the City of Manchester , 12 in Bolton , nine in Stockport , and five in Trafford .

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Violent anti-Semitic attacks are on the increase and Salford has been picked out as a hotspot.
The Jewish charity Communities Security Trust (CST) said there was a 7 per cent increase in incidents in 2019, with more than 100 recorded every month.
CST said this indicates 'a general atmosphere of intolerance and prejudice is maintaining the high incident totals, rather than a one-off specific ‘trigger’ event'.
However, they added that the highest single monthly totals in 2019 came in February and December, 'both months when the problem of antisemitism in the Labour Party was the subject of sustained discussion and activity.'
Almost two thirds of the 1,805 anti-Semitic incidents were recorded in Greater London and Greater Manchester, the two largest Jewish communities in the country.
CST recorded an 11 per cent fall in incidents in Greater Manchester, from 251 in 2018 to 223 incidents in 2019.
However, the charity said Salford was among three boroughs that accounted for almost half of all violent anti-Semitic assaults in 2019.
Overall there were 159 incidents, an increase of 25 per cent on 2018.
Of these, 29 were in Barnet and 28 in Hackney, both London boroughs, and 15 were in Salford.
Mark Gardner, a spokesperson for CST, told the Manchester Evening News incidents in 2019 included; a victim being punched in the face, Jewish skull caps being snatched off heads, objects being thrown such as eggs, food, a bottle, and in one case a metal bar.
He said: "Anybody who knows Salford will have seen how vibrant and full Jewish life is there.
"But unfortunately, a small number of Jewish hate crimes do occur, including those involving violence."
CST said the vast majority of incidents - around 80 per cent - could be categorised as 'abusive behaviour'.
The M.E.N. has reported on anti-Semitic incidents across Greater Manchester in recent years.
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Last August, we published footage of a man harassing a young Jewish couple dressed in traditional Hasidic clothing on a tram.
A witness said a number of bystanders intervened to protest the victims.
In November, Marlon Solomon shared a video of two men hurling anti-Semitic abuse at him in a takeaway in the city centre.
He said the men began saying Jewish people should be "wiped out" and denied the Holocaust took place.
CST said violent attacks accounted for 9 per cent of incidents overall, threats 5 per cent, damage and desecration 5 per cent, literature 0.1 per cent and extreme violence less than 0.1 per cent.
CST Chief Executive David Delew said: "2019 was another difficult year for British Jews and it is no surprise that recorded anti-Semitic incidents reached yet another high.
"It is clear that both social media and mainstream politics are places where anti-Semitism and racism need to be driven out, if things are to improve in the future."
Home Secretary, Rt Hon Priti Patel MP said: "It’s appalling that we have seen another increase of sickening abuse against the Jewish community.
"We need to do much more to tackle antisemitism and the intolerance this creates across society.
"As Home Secretary I am pushing for greater collaboration, both across government, policing, the courts and community groups, to remove this shameful stain on our society."
Of Greater Manchester’s 223 antisemitic incidents recorded in 2019, 73 happened in Bury, 68 in Salford, 39 in the City of Manchester, 12 in Bolton, nine in Stockport, and five in Trafford.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--Manchester United player Angel Gomes wanted Premier League loan on transfer deadline day

The MEN understands Gomes 's camp made a last-ditch attempt to secure the 19-year-old a loan to a top-flight team on Friday , even though the United youngster was with the Under-23s in Norwich in the evening .
Gomes started for the U23s in their 2-1 win at Carrow Road on Friday night and the game finished two hours before the 11pm deadline for clubs to sign players .
United were never going to sanction a loan move for Gomes when he is out of contract at the end of the season , and blocked a loan move his representatives @ @ @ @ @ @ @ last term .
Gomes has entered the last five months of his contract and United risk losing him on a free in the summer after he rejected their opening offer .
United remain in dialogue with Gomes but a source told the MEN his representatives were 'underwhelmed ' by the club 's terms .
Barcelona are among a number of European clubs interested in Gomes and there are reservations within his camp over the academy graduate 's playing prospects at United .
Gomes has spent over half his life with the United academy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the age of six .
Gomes made his United debut aged 16 years and 263 days against Crystal Palace in May 2017 to become the fourth-youngest player in the club 's history , and was a member of the England Under-17s ' World Cup-winning squad later that year .
However , Gomes has started three times for United and made seven substitute appearances , and United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer addressed his future earlier this season .
`` We 've had lots of conversations with the boys , '' Solskjaer said .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ summer but we want them to stay .
`` I ca n't see a better place for a young lad that 's come through the ranks in the academy to play first team football .
Both Angel and [ Tahith ] Chongy have been here for many , many years .
`` We just want them to continue their development and hopefully they can see that when young lads take their chance , they 'll get more opportunities . ''
Gomes last appeared for United in the 4-0 thrashing of Norwich on January @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cup semi-final first leg defeat to Manchester City .
He was an unused substitute in the goalless FA Cup third round draw with Wolves and 2-0 loss to Burnley .

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Manchester United youngster Angel Gomes wanted a deadline day move to a Premier League club.
The MEN understands Gomes's camp made a last-ditch attempt to secure the 19-year-old a loan to a top-flight team on Friday, even though the United youngster was with the Under-23s in Norwich in the evening.
Gomes started for the U23s in their 2-1 win at Carrow Road on Friday night and the game finished two hours before the 11pm deadline for clubs to sign players. United were never going to sanction a loan move for Gomes when he is out of contract at the end of the season, and blocked a loan move his representatives had lined up in the winter window last term.
Gomes has entered the last five months of his contract and United risk losing him on a free in the summer after he rejected their opening offer. United remain in dialogue with Gomes but a source told the MEN his representatives were 'underwhelmed' by the club's terms.
Barcelona are among a number of European clubs interested in Gomes and there are reservations within his camp over the academy graduate's playing prospects at United. Gomes has spent over half his life with the United academy and first visited their training ground at the age of six.
Gomes made his United debut aged 16 years and 263 days against Crystal Palace in May 2017 to become the fourth-youngest player in the club's history, and was a member of the England Under-17s' World Cup-winning squad later that year.
However, Gomes has started three times for United and made seven substitute appearances, and United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer addressed his future earlier this season.
"We've had lots of conversations with the boys," Solskjaer said. "Obviously their contracts run out in the summer but we want them to stay.
"I can't see a better place for a young lad that's come through the ranks in the academy to play first team football. Both Angel and [Tahith] Chongy have been here for many, many years.
"We just want them to continue their development and hopefully they can see that when young lads take their chance, they'll get more opportunities."
Gomes last appeared for United in the 4-0 thrashing of Norwich on January 11 and came on in the League Cup semi-final first leg defeat to Manchester City. He was an unused substitute in the goalless FA Cup third round draw with Wolves and 2-0 loss to Burnley.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--British Asians say they've experienced rise in racism since Coronavirus outbreak

British Asian people say they have experienced a rise in racism in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak in China , ranging from verbal abuse to physical attacks .
Despite only two cases of the virus being reported in the UK , several people living in London described people moving away from them on public transport .
MiMi Aye , a Burmese food writer from London , posted photos from a journey on the Tube 's Victoria line on Tuesday which showed people opting to stand rather than take the seats next to her .
`` I got on to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and was on my way to Oxford Circus .
`` Platform was full , carriage was full , '' she told the PA news agency .
`` I noticed that no-one had sat down either side of me and I thought 'Huh , that 's weird ' ...
I decided to take photos of the empty seats around me .
Read more of today 's top stories here '' People around me looked very uncomfortable and would n't catch my eye .
`` I 'm not going to say that it was definitely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the time when stuff happens I never know for sure . ''
Many others have taken to social media to describe similar experiences , with writer Angela Hui tweeting : `` Do n't you just love to see it when a man sits in the empty seat next to you on the tube and immediately gets back up muttering 'errr , not sitting next to coronavirus ' . ''
British-Chinese comedian Ken Cheng summed up the experience for many when he tweeted : `` Less than 0.001 % of Chinese people have coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ experienced coronaracism . ''
Reports of such discriminatory behaviour have been heard worldwide , with Asian Twitter users in France hitting back at racist stereotyping with the hashtag # JeNeSuisPasUnVirus - `` I am not a virus '' .
After facing online abuse , American beauty YouTuber Michelle Phan wrote on Twitter : `` Why are some of you telling me to go back to eating bats ?
I 'm American you ignorant f**** '' , she wrote on social media .
`` The coronavirus has just encouraged more of these horrible jokes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that she has also noticed an increase in people mocking Asian cuisine .
In some cases , aggression has moved from verbal to physical .
A group of Chinese tourists in Venice were allegedly spat at , while a viral video showed a man in Canada telling a Chinese Canadian woman she had `` dropped her coronavirus '' .
In Sheffield , a Chinese postgraduate student was reportedly pushed and verbally abused for wearing a face mask .
South Yorkshire Police said they had received no reports of the incident , but were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the Chinese community in the city to offer reassurance and establish further details '' .
Ms Aye said she and many others were becoming fed up with the implicit and explicit racism they were forced to face .
`` We 're expected to just smile and nod and 'learn to take a joke ' ...
But if everyone stays quiet , stuff like this will continue . ''
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British Asian people say they have experienced a rise in racism in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak in China, ranging from verbal abuse to physical attacks.
Despite only two cases of the virus being reported in the UK, several people living in London described people moving away from them on public transport.
MiMi Aye, a Burmese food writer from London, posted photos from a journey on the Tube's Victoria line on Tuesday which showed people opting to stand rather than take the seats next to her.
"I got on to the Victoria line at Highbury and Islington and was on my way to Oxford Circus.
"Platform was full, carriage was full," she told the PA news agency.
"I noticed that no-one had sat down either side of me and I thought 'Huh, that's weird' ... I decided to take photos of the empty seats around me.
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"People around me looked very uncomfortable and wouldn't catch my eye.
"I'm not going to say that it was definitely because of racism. Because most of the time when stuff happens I never know for sure."
Many others have taken to social media to describe similar experiences, with writer Angela Hui tweeting: "Don't you just love to see it when a man sits in the empty seat next to you on the tube and immediately gets back up muttering 'errr, not sitting next to coronavirus'."
British-Chinese comedian Ken Cheng summed up the experience for many when he tweeted: "Less than 0.001% of Chinese people have coronavirus yet more than 99.999% have already experienced coronaracism."
Reports of such discriminatory behaviour have been heard worldwide, with Asian Twitter users in France hitting back at racist stereotyping with the hashtag #JeNeSuisPasUnVirus - "I am not a virus".
After facing online abuse, American beauty YouTuber Michelle Phan wrote on Twitter: "Why are some of you telling me to go back to eating bats? I'm American you ignorant f****", she wrote on social media.
(Image: Getty Images)
"The coronavirus has just encouraged more of these horrible jokes," Ms Aye said, adding that she has also noticed an increase in people mocking Asian cuisine.
In some cases, aggression has moved from verbal to physical.
A group of Chinese tourists in Venice were allegedly spat at, while a viral video showed a man in Canada telling a Chinese Canadian woman she had "dropped her coronavirus".
In Sheffield, a Chinese postgraduate student was reportedly pushed and verbally abused for wearing a face mask.
South Yorkshire Police said they had received no reports of the incident, but were "liaising with both universities and representatives from the Chinese community in the city to offer reassurance and establish further details".
Ms Aye said she and many others were becoming fed up with the implicit and explicit racism they were forced to face.
"We're expected to just smile and nod and 'learn to take a joke' ... But if everyone stays quiet, stuff like this will continue."
Get breaking news first on the free Manchester Evening News app.
Download it here for your Apple or Android device.
You can also get a round-up of the biggest stories sent direct to your inbox every day with the MEN email newsletter - subscribe here.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--Aldi issues recall on Muller yoghurts over fears they contain metal

Aldi has urgently recalled Muller yoghurts , over fears they could contain metal .
The Brooklea Light Strawberry Single Pots @ @ @ @ @ in raspberry and cranberry , and strawberry flavours , are all manufactured by Muller .
@ @ @ @ @ supermarket said : `` Our supplier , Muller , has recalled these product as a @ @ @ @ @ contain small pieces of metal .
`` Customers should return the product to their nearest @ @ @ @ @ a full refund .
`` We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your @ @ @ @ @ on the affected products in 4088600172521 and 4088600172194 .
Batches affected are those with best @ @ @ @ @ 26/02/20 and 04/03/20 .
Any customers who have purchased one of the affected products is @ @ @ @ @ store immediately for a full refund .

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Aldi has urgently recalled Muller yoghurts, over fears they could contain metal.
The Brooklea Light Strawberry Single Pots and the Light Fruit six-packs in raspberry and cranberry, and strawberry flavours, are all manufactured by Muller.
Writing on Facebook, the supermarket said: "Our supplier, Muller, has recalled these product as a precautionary measure because they may contain small pieces of metal.
"Customers should return the product to their nearest store where they will receive a full refund.
"We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your co-operation."
The barcode on the affected products in 4088600172521 and 4088600172194 .
Batches affected are those with best before dates of 20/02/20, 26/02/20 and 04/03/20.
Any customers who have purchased one of the affected products is advised to return it to store immediately for a full refund.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--SNP's Derek MacKay quits over 'inappropriate' messages to 16-year-old boy

The Scottish Finance Secretary Derek MacKay has resigned after sending inappropriate messages to a 16-year-old boy .
The politician had been due to present the Scottish government 's budget at Holyrood later today .
But according to the Scottish Sun , Mackay , 42 , contacted the boy `` out of the blue '' and then over a six-month period sent around 270 messages on Instagram and Facebook .
He has not been identified .
The Member of the Scottish Parliament for Renfrewshire North and West allegedly invited the boy to dinner and to attend a rugby event with him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stories here In a statement , he said : `` I take full responsibility for my actions .
`` I have behaved foolishly and I am truly sorry .
`` I apologise unreservedly to the individual involved and his family .
`` I spoke last night to the First Minster and tendered my resignation with immediate effect . ''
He added that serving government `` has been a huge privilege '' and he was sorry to have `` let colleagues and supporters down . ''
Reacting to the announcement , Nicola Sturgeon said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the standards required '' and she revealed Kate Forbes , the Public Finance Minister , will hold the budget .
She said : `` Derek has taken full responsibility for his actions and apologises unreservedly for them to the individual and to those he has let down .
`` He has submitted his resignation as a government minister which I have accepted . ''
She said he had made a `` significant contribution to government , however he recognises that his behaviour has failed to meet the standards required . ''
Mr Mackay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be a future First Minister of Scotland , was married until 2013 when he came out as gay .

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The Scottish Finance Secretary Derek MacKay has resigned after sending inappropriate messages to a 16-year-old boy.
The politician had been due to present the Scottish government's budget at Holyrood later today.
But according to the Scottish Sun, Mackay, 42, contacted the boy "out of the blue" and then over a six-month period sent around 270 messages on Instagram and Facebook.
He has not been identified.
The Member of the Scottish Parliament for Renfrewshire North and West allegedly invited the boy to dinner and to attend a rugby event with him.
In a statement, he said: "I take full responsibility for my actions.
"I have behaved foolishly and I am truly sorry.
"I apologise unreservedly to the individual involved and his family.
"I spoke last night to the First Minster and tendered my resignation with immediate effect."
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He added that serving government "has been a huge privilege" and he was sorry to have "let colleagues and supporters down."
Reacting to the announcement, Nicola Sturgeon said his conduct had "failed to meet the standards required" and she revealed Kate Forbes, the Public Finance Minister, will hold the budget.
She said: "Derek has taken full responsibility for his actions and apologises unreservedly for them to the individual and to those he has let down.
"He has submitted his resignation as a government minister which I have accepted."
She said he had made a "significant contribution to government, however he recognises that his behaviour has failed to meet the standards required."
Mr Mackay, who had been widely tipped to be a future First Minister of Scotland, was married until 2013 when he came out as gay.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-06--Piers Morgan hits back at cheeky GMB guest who ‘throws shade’ at him live on air

Good Morning Britain viewers had a giggle today when a cheeky guest had a pop at Piers Morgan during his day off .
Piers always has Thursdays and Fridays off ( ... part timer ) so when David Abel was being interviewed today by Susanna Reid and Ben Shephard , he couldn ’ t resist to make a comment about the absent presenter .
David and his wife Sally joined the show live from a quarantined cruise ship in Yokohama , Japan after 10 people were confirmed to test positive for coronavirus .
Following their chat , Ben and Susanna @ @ @ @ @ @ @ David made his quip .
Ben said : “ Keep in touch , let us know what happens and fingers crossed you can get off the ship as soon as possible.
” David replied : “ Lovely to talk to you… and I ’ m so glad it wasn ’ t Piers.
” Ben chuckled and laughs could be heard from the ITV studio as Susanna put her head in her hands .
“ Do you know what , in real life , he ’ s actually quite a nice person , ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ I ’ m saying it jesting.
” Piers , who is in LA ahead of this year 's Oscars ceremony , couldn ’ t resist having the last word as usual , and re-tweeted a video of the interview with a sarcastic comment .
“ The feeling 's entirely mutual , whoever you are… ” he said .
One tweeted : “ I was just about to tweet what a lovely couple they are then the husband said ‘ lovely to talk to you and I 'm so glad it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my morning cuppa out laughing.
” A second said : “ Early morning shade thrown !
So glad it wasn ’ t Piers.
” A third posted : “ Another one doesn ’ t want to speak to @ piersmorgan !
That ’ s Boris , Meghan and now David on the flu cruise !
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Good Morning Britain viewers had a giggle today when a cheeky guest had a pop at Piers Morgan during his day off.
Piers always has Thursdays and Fridays off (...part timer) so when David Abel was being interviewed today by Susanna Reid and Ben Shephard, he couldn’t resist to make a comment about the absent presenter.
David and his wife Sally joined the show live from a quarantined cruise ship in Yokohama, Japan after 10 people were confirmed to test positive for coronavirus.
Following their chat, Ben and Susanna said farewell to the couple, before David made his quip.
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Ben said: “Keep in touch, let us know what happens and fingers crossed you can get off the ship as soon as possible.”
David replied: “Lovely to talk to you… and I’m so glad it wasn’t Piers.”
Ben chuckled and laughs could be heard from the ITV studio as Susanna put her head in her hands.
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“Do you know what, in real life, he’s actually quite a nice person,” she insisted.
David smiled as he said: “I’m saying it jesting.”
(Image: ITV)
Piers, who is in LA ahead of this year's Oscars ceremony, couldn’t resist having the last word as usual, and re-tweeted a video of the interview with a sarcastic comment.
“The feeling's entirely mutual, whoever you are…” he said.
Viewers were delighted by David’s comment.
One tweeted: “I was just about to tweet what a lovely couple they are then the husband said ‘lovely to talk to you and I'm so glad it wasn't Piers’ and I spat my morning cuppa out laughing.”
A second said: “Early morning shade thrown! So glad it wasn’t Piers.”
A third posted: “Another one doesn’t want to speak to @piersmorgan! That’s Boris, Meghan and now David on the flu cruise!”