themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Can I still visit Snowdon or Llanberis under the new Welsh lockdown rules?

Mount Snowdon is undeniably the most popular tourist destination in Wales .
The Snowdonia National Park attracts around six million visitors annually , with more than 600,000 people trekking to the summit of its highest peak every year .
Since the coronavirus pandemic hit the UK and international travel restrictions causing disruption on trips and breaks , Britain 's beauty spots have seen a surge in visitors .
The summer months has seen swathes of tourists queueing to reach the top of Wales ' highest mountain .
While the popular tourist town of Llanberis at the foot of the national @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as holidaymakers and daytrippers flock to the area .
But now , the Welsh Government has now moved to place four counties in north Wales into local lockdown , banning people from entering or leaving these areas without `` reasonable excuse '' .
The local authority areas of Wrexham , Flintshire , Denbighshire and Conwy are now under tighter restrictions due to a rise in coronavirus cases .
While neighbouring Gwynedd and Anglesey in north west Wales remain free from the lockdown rules - meaning tourists are still able to visit these counties @ @ @ @ @ @ @ National Park is in Gwynedd , so people are able to visit these parts without restriction - so long as their home authority allows travel out of the area .
However there are some parts of Snowdonia that fall under Conwy County , including Capel Curig , Betws-Y-Coed , Llanrwst , Gwydir Forest - to name a few - that are off limits .
But those hoping to climb Mount Snowdon or visit Llanberis will be able to visit as planned , as these places are in the boundaries of Gwynedd , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on a holiday or just visiting for the day .
In a bizarre clash of rules between the Welsh and UK Government , areas that are under lockdown in England do not have restrictions on travel .
Where people living in lockdown areas in Wales are not allowed to leave their local authority boundary .
Which means people from Greater Manchester can still travel the 110 miles to climb Snowdon freely .
While someone from the town of Capel Curig - just a short distance down the road - would not be allowed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Welsh Government say that travelling through the lockdown counties to reach Gwynedd and Anglesey is still allowed - so long as there are no unessential stops along the way .

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Mount Snowdon is undeniably the most popular tourist destination in Wales.
The Snowdonia National Park attracts around six million visitors annually, with more than 600,000 people trekking to the summit of its highest peak every year.
Since the coronavirus pandemic hit the UK and international travel restrictions causing disruption on trips and breaks, Britain's beauty spots have seen a surge in visitors.
The summer months has seen swathes of tourists queueing to reach the top of Wales' highest mountain.
While the popular tourist town of Llanberis at the foot of the national park has seen an influx in visitors as holidaymakers and daytrippers flock to the area.
But now, the Welsh Government has now moved to place four counties in north Wales into local lockdown, banning people from entering or leaving these areas without "reasonable excuse".
The local authority areas of Wrexham, Flintshire, Denbighshire and Conwy are now under tighter restrictions due to a rise in coronavirus cases.
While neighbouring Gwynedd and Anglesey in north west Wales remain free from the lockdown rules - meaning tourists are still able to visit these counties freely.
The vast majority of Snowdonia National Park is in Gwynedd, so people are able to visit these parts without restriction - so long as their home authority allows travel out of the area.
However there are some parts of Snowdonia that fall under Conwy County, including Capel Curig, Betws-Y-Coed, Llanrwst, Gwydir Forest - to name a few - that are off limits.
But those hoping to climb Mount Snowdon or visit Llanberis will be able to visit as planned, as these places are in the boundaries of Gwynedd, and therefore still open to tourists, whether on a holiday or just visiting for the day.
In a bizarre clash of rules between the Welsh and UK Government, areas that are under lockdown in England do not have restrictions on travel. Where people living in lockdown areas in Wales are not allowed to leave their local authority boundary.
Which means people from Greater Manchester can still travel the 110 miles to climb Snowdon freely.
While someone from the town of Capel Curig - just a short distance down the road - would not be allowed to do the same.
And the Welsh Government say that travelling through the lockdown counties to reach Gwynedd and Anglesey is still allowed - so long as there are no unessential stops along the way.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Speaker's attack on government's 'total disregard' over coronavirus laws

The Speaker of the House of Commons , Sir Lindsay Hoyle , has attacked the government for treating the House with “ contempt ” over its handling of coronavirus legislation .
In an extraordinary address to MPs ahead of Prime Minister 's Questions on Wednesday , he said the government has shown a `` total disregard for Parliament '' .
He said : `` The way in which the government has exercised its power to make secondary legislation during this crisis has been totally unsatisfactory .
“ All too often important statutory instruments have been published a matter of hours @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some explanations as to why important measures have come into effect before they can be laid before this house has been unconvincing and shows a total disregard for the House .
“ Lack of clarity in such important matters risks undermining the rule of law .
I have therefore decided not to select any of the amendments to the motion .
`` As I hope my early comments show I have not taken this decision lightly .
I am looking to the government to remedy a situation I regard as completely unsatisfactory .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ government to rebuild the trust with this House and not treat it with the contempt that it has shown.
” Sir Lindsay said he would not select any amendments to the motion to renew the Covid-19 regulations to avoid “ uncertainty ” and possible legal challenges .
He added : “ When I became Speaker I made it clear that I would take decisions on matters relating to procedures guided by professional advice .
“ I have concluded on the basis of advice that I received that any amendment to the motion before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about the decision the House has taken .
“ This then risks decisions that are rightly the responsibility of Parliament ultimately being determined by the courts .
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The Speaker of the House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, has attacked the government for treating the House with “contempt” over its handling of coronavirus legislation.
In an extraordinary address to MPs ahead of Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday, he said the government has shown a "total disregard for Parliament".
He said: "The way in which the government has exercised its power to make secondary legislation during this crisis has been totally unsatisfactory.
“All too often important statutory instruments have been published a matter of hours before they come into force - and some explanations as to why important measures have come into effect before they can be laid before this house has been unconvincing and shows a total disregard for the House.
“Lack of clarity in such important matters risks undermining the rule of law. I have therefore decided not to select any of the amendments to the motion.
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"As I hope my early comments show I have not taken this decision lightly. I am looking to the government to remedy a situation I regard as completely unsatisfactory.
"I am now looking to the government to rebuild the trust with this House and not treat it with the contempt that it has shown.”
Sir Lindsay said he would not select any amendments to the motion to renew the Covid-19 regulations to avoid “uncertainty” and possible legal challenges.
He added: “When I became Speaker I made it clear that I would take decisions on matters relating to procedures guided by professional advice.
“I have concluded on the basis of advice that I received that any amendment to the motion before the House risks giving rise to uncertainty about the decision the House has taken.
“This then risks decisions that are rightly the responsibility of Parliament ultimately being determined by the courts.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Incredible mural of late singer Denise Johnson unveiled in Hulme

A touching tribute to the late Manchester singer Denise Johnson has appeared in her hometown of Hulme .
Local street artist Akse-P19 has painted one of his signature lifelike murals of the talented musician , who died in July .
The work has appeared on a wall of community arts centre NIAMOS , formerly the Hulme Playhouse .
Denise 's family say they have been 'totally stunned into silence ' by the tribute .
Posting on Twitter last night , BBC producer and close friend Natalie-Eve Williams wrote : `` Our girl is on the streets where she grew up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Akse_P19 for your kindness and generosity.
`` Akse , who has also been behind popular street art portraits of David Bowie , Arya Stark , George Floyd and Tony Wilson , will return tomorrow to add the finishing touches .
He also painted a portrait of an NHS nurse during lockdown , adding a halo to celebrate the tireless work of our health service workers .
Denise Johnson was famed for collaborations with Scottish rock band , Primal Scream , and ex-Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr 's group Electronic .
Her vocals also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of New Order , The Charlatans , Michael Hutchence , 808 State , Bernard Butler , Ian Brown , The Waterboys and A Certain Ratio .
Her debut solo album Where Does It Go will be released posthumously on Friday October 2 .

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A touching tribute to the late Manchester singer Denise Johnson has appeared in her hometown of Hulme.
Local street artist Akse-P19 has painted one of his signature lifelike murals of the talented musician, who died in July.
The work has appeared on a wall of community arts centre NIAMOS, formerly the Hulme Playhouse.
Denise's family say they have been 'totally stunned into silence' by the tribute.
Posting on Twitter last night, BBC producer and close friend Natalie-Eve Williams wrote : "Our girl is on the streets where she grew up.
"Cannot thank you enough @Akse_P19 for your kindness and generosity. "
Akse, who has also been behind popular street art portraits of David Bowie, Arya Stark, George Floyd and Tony Wilson, will return tomorrow to add the finishing touches.
He also painted a portrait of an NHS nurse during lockdown, adding a halo to celebrate the tireless work of our health service workers.
Denise Johnson was famed for collaborations with Scottish rock band, Primal Scream, and ex-Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr's group Electronic.
Her vocals also brought depth and soul to the music of New Order, The Charlatans, Michael Hutchence, 808 State, Bernard Butler, Ian Brown, The Waterboys and A Certain Ratio.
Her debut solo album Where Does It Go will be released posthumously on Friday October 2.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Man United fans give unanimous verdict on Maitland-Niles transfer stance

Manchester United fans are pleased that the club wo n't be making a move for Arsenal player Ainsley Maitland-Niles this summer .
As usual in a transfer window , United have been linked with a host of players they have no concrete interest in and Maitland-Niles become the latest player to be rumoured with a move to Old Trafford .
Reports in Germany suggested the 23-year-old was a target for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and that an agreement with Arsenal was close , reporting the transfer was '80 per cent done ' .
However , MEN Sport understand United have dismissed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nothing in the rumours as the club focuses their efforts on signing Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund and Alex Telles from Porto ahead of Monday 's transfer deadline .
United fans have been desperate for the club to add to their ranks with Donny van de Beek the only signing made this summer .
Nevertheless , they have stated their relief that Maitland-Niles wo n't be arriving at Carrington .
United have been urged by former captain Gary Neville to strengthen in three-positions , one of which is the left-back slot that Maitland-Niles @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` It ’ s appalling that in this market which is probably the easiest in PL history to get transfers done that United haven ’ t done more yet !
`` They must get Ole a centre-back , left-back and forward [ sic ] pre deadline !
The others are managing to get things over the line why not United ! ''

Manchester United fans are pleased that the club won't be making a move for Arsenal player Ainsley Maitland-Niles this summer.
As usual in a transfer window, United have been linked with a host of players they have no concrete interest in and Maitland-Niles become the latest player to be rumoured with a move to Old Trafford.
Reports in Germany suggested the 23-year-old was a target for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and that an agreement with Arsenal was close, reporting the transfer was '80 per cent done'.
However, MEN Sport understand United have dismissed the speculation. Sources say there is nothing in the rumours as the club focuses their efforts on signing Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund and Alex Telles from Porto ahead of Monday's transfer deadline.
United fans have been desperate for the club to add to their ranks with Donny van de Beek the only signing made this summer.
Nevertheless, they have stated their relief that Maitland-Niles won't be arriving at Carrington.
United have been urged by former captain Gary Neville to strengthen in three-positions, one of which is the left-back slot that Maitland-Niles and Telles can occupy.
Neville said: "It’s appalling that in this market which is probably the easiest in PL history to get transfers done that United haven’t done more yet!
"They must get Ole a centre-back, left-back and forward [sic] pre deadline! The others are managing to get things over the line why not United!"


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--McDonald's is making some changes to its menu again

McDonald 's fans were beyond relieved when the fast-food chain was able to reopen following the national lockdown .
Customers spent ages queueing to get their hands on a Big Mac or some chicken nuggets again and who can blame them .
Unfortunately , McDonald 's new safety measures measure that the menu was limited and bit by bit our favourite items were added for us to buy once more .
But now Maccies fans will get some new items to choose from - and it all sounds delicious .
First up , McDonald 's is expanding the iconic Quarter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , not two but THREE variants of the classic fan favourite .
In August the Double Quarter Pounder was added to the permanent menu .
But why just stop at double ?
From October 7 to November 17 , can also choose between the Spicy Quarter Pounder with Cheese ( £4.79 ) - a 100 % beef quarter pounder patty , with two slices of pepper jack cheese , onions , jalapenos , mustard and a spicy ketchup in a sesame seed bun .
Or the Quarter Pounder Deluxe ( £4.89 ) - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shredded lettuce , a slice of tomato , slice of cheese , pickles , fresh onions , cool mayo , ketchup , mustard , and streaky bacon all in a round sesame topped bun .
The new Quarter Pounders are n't the only items being added to the menu – fans will also be able to get their hands on the new McChicken BLT from October 7 , along with the much-loved Nacho Cheese Wedges ( £1.79 ) which will be returning as a portion of five or a Sharebox ( £4.79 ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ line-up of limited-edition classics available until November 17 .

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McDonald's fans were beyond relieved when the fast-food chain was able to reopen following the national lockdown.
Customers spent ages queueing to get their hands on a Big Mac or some chicken nuggets again and who can blame them.
Unfortunately, McDonald's new safety measures measure that the menu was limited and bit by bit our favourite items were added for us to buy once more.
But now Maccies fans will get some new items to choose from - and it all sounds delicious.
First up, McDonald's is expanding the iconic Quarter Pounder with Cheese range with not one, not two but THREE variants of the classic fan favourite.
In August the Double Quarter Pounder was added to the permanent menu. But why just stop at double?
From October 7 to November 17, can also choose between the Spicy Quarter Pounder with Cheese (£4.79) - a 100% beef quarter pounder patty, with two slices of pepper jack cheese, onions, jalapenos, mustard and a spicy ketchup in a sesame seed bun.
Or the Quarter Pounder Deluxe (£4.89) - a 100% beef patty topped with shredded lettuce, a slice of tomato, slice of cheese, pickles, fresh onions, cool mayo, ketchup, mustard, and streaky bacon all in a round sesame topped bun.
The new Quarter Pounders aren't the only items being added to the menu – fans will also be able to get their hands on the new McChicken BLT from October 7, along with the much-loved Nacho Cheese Wedges (£1.79) which will be returning as a portion of five or a Sharebox (£4.79).
The Salted Caramel Latte completes the line-up of limited-edition classics available until November 17.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--E-scooters can be rented from Salford's streets next month – here's how

E-scooters will be available to rent from Salford 's streets starting next month .
The electric scooters , which are widespread in other European cities such as Paris , Berlin and Rome , will be coming to Salford as part of a year-long trial .
Up to 300 scooters are expected to be available over the next 12 months .
But the e-scooters can only be used within certain zones during the trial .
The trial will begin at the University of Salford 's Peel Park and Frederick Road campuses from mid-October , before being expanded to connect these sites @ @ @ @ @ @ @ single route by the end of the month .
Phase three will see the trial zone expanded to Ordsall and the city centre in Salford with the aim of launching this wider zone by the end of the year .
`` Geofencing '' will be used to control the speed of the e-scooters and can completely bring them to a stop should they leave the permitted areas .
The e-scooters will be available to rent through a smartphone app and can be used by anyone over the age of 18 with a provisional @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a scooter and scan the QR code on the handlebars to begin .
Each scooter ride will cost £1 to unlock and 15p per minute to ride .
City Mayor Paul Dennett gave the green light to the 12-month scheme this week and appointed Lime Scooters as the sole operator during the trial .
Councillor Mike McCusker , executive support member for planning , housing and sustainable development at Salford City Council , said the trial is an `` exciting opportunity '' for the city to trial sustainable , green transport .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ huge advances in green transport , with investment in electric car charging points , investment in our network of former railway lines which now provide 27 kilometres of traffic free routes for commuting and pleasure and now we ’ re delighted to pioneer the use of e-scooters.
” Lime Scooters already provides e-scooters in 125 cities around the world .
Salford City Council said Lime was selected as the supplier due to its global experience , strong record of safety and its reliable and sturdy scooter design .
The e-scooter company has also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lime will be fully responsible for all implementation and operating costs .
Florence Milner , Lime 's general manager for the UK and Ireland said the company is `` delighted '' to have been selected to run the trial in Salford .
She said : “ As the leading global provider , we are excited to work with innovative towns and cities such as Salford , offering the best and safest solution for its residents to move around their city with zero impact on the environment.
” Only e-scooters hired through the approved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trial areas .
Private scooters remain illegal to use in public places .
It comes as UK trials of the e-scooters have been fast-tracked by the government as part of the national response to the coronavirus pandemic .
Even though surface transmission is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads , Lime said it will cleans all parts of the scooter that are touched by people and only uses products on the Center for Biocide Chemistries list that have been approved by public health officials for use against the coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the local authority in partnership with Transport for Greater Manchester ( TfGM ) and the University of Salford .
Nicola Kane , Head of Strategic Planning , Research and Innovation at TfGM , said : “ E-scooters have been hugely successful in many other countries around the world .
`` We know people want to use them to get about and they can be a stepping-stone to encouraging them to use cars less for local journeys – reducing congestion , improving connectivity with public transport hubs and making our air cleaner .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ partnership with Salford City Council on this project .
We have also engaged widely with stakeholders such as Greater Manchester Police , the Royal National Institute for the Blind and local council members , putting us in a strong position for launch and ensuring that the schemes are accessible.
” Mike Brown , Director of Strategic Partnerships at the University of Salford , said : “ Our research and teaching in autonomous and electric vehicle innovation leads the way in the UK .
We saw trialling e-scooters and researching ‘ micro-mobility ’ over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ local transport hubs as an opportunity we could not miss .
“ I am sure our students will welcome the use of e-scooters and I hope it will help provide some enjoyment and excitement in the return to campus during these uncertain times .
”

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E-scooters will be available to rent from Salford's streets starting next month.
The electric scooters, which are widespread in other European cities such as Paris, Berlin and Rome, will be coming to Salford as part of a year-long trial.
Up to 300 scooters are expected to be available over the next 12 months.
But the e-scooters can only be used within certain zones during the trial.
The trial will begin at the University of Salford's Peel Park and Frederick Road campuses from mid-October, before being expanded to connect these sites to MediaCityUK in Salford Quays via a single route by the end of the month.
Phase three will see the trial zone expanded to Ordsall and the city centre in Salford with the aim of launching this wider zone by the end of the year.
"Geofencing" will be used to control the speed of the e-scooters and can completely bring them to a stop should they leave the permitted areas.
The e-scooters will be available to rent through a smartphone app and can be used by anyone over the age of 18 with a provisional or full driving licence.
Riders approach a scooter and scan the QR code on the handlebars to begin.
Each scooter ride will cost £1 to unlock and 15p per minute to ride.
City Mayor Paul Dennett gave the green light to the 12-month scheme this week and appointed Lime Scooters as the sole operator during the trial.
Councillor Mike McCusker, executive support member for planning, housing and sustainable development at Salford City Council, said the trial is an "exciting opportunity" for the city to trial sustainable, green transport.
He said: “We’ve made huge advances in green transport, with investment in electric car charging points, investment in our network of former railway lines which now provide 27 kilometres of traffic free routes for commuting and pleasure and now we’re delighted to pioneer the use of e-scooters.”
Lime Scooters already provides e-scooters in 125 cities around the world.
Salford City Council said Lime was selected as the supplier due to its global experience, strong record of safety and its reliable and sturdy scooter design.
The e-scooter company has also made commitments to investing in Salford.
Lime will be fully responsible for all implementation and operating costs.
Florence Milner, Lime's general manager for the UK and Ireland said the company is "delighted" to have been selected to run the trial in Salford.
She said: “As the leading global provider, we are excited to work with innovative towns and cities such as Salford, offering the best and safest solution for its residents to move around their city with zero impact on the environment.”
Only e-scooters hired through the approved rental scheme will be permitted in designated trial areas. Private scooters remain illegal to use in public places.
It comes as UK trials of the e-scooters have been fast-tracked by the government as part of the national response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Even though surface transmission is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads, Lime said it will cleans all parts of the scooter that are touched by people and only uses products on the Center for Biocide Chemistries list that have been approved by public health officials for use against the coronavirus.
The trial scheme is being run by the local authority in partnership with Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) and the University of Salford.
Nicola Kane, Head of Strategic Planning, Research and Innovation at TfGM, said: “E-scooters have been hugely successful in many other countries around the world.
"We know people want to use them to get about and they can be a stepping-stone to encouraging them to use cars less for local journeys – reducing congestion, improving connectivity with public transport hubs and making our air cleaner.
“We’ve worked in close partnership with Salford City Council on this project. We have also engaged widely with stakeholders such as Greater Manchester Police, the Royal National Institute for the Blind and local council members, putting us in a strong position for launch and ensuring that the schemes are accessible.”
Mike Brown, Director of Strategic Partnerships at the University of Salford, said: “Our research and teaching in autonomous and electric vehicle innovation leads the way in the UK. We saw trialling e-scooters and researching ‘micro-mobility’ over short distances around and between campuses and local transport hubs as an opportunity we could not miss.
“I am sure our students will welcome the use of e-scooters and I hope it will help provide some enjoyment and excitement in the return to campus during these uncertain times.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Bolton Marathon reveals plans for 2021 race after 34 year absence

The organisers behind Bolton Marathon have revealed plans to hold a race in 2021 - 34 years after the last event .
The original plan was for the marathon to return this year , but the project was delayed because of the health concerns caused by the coronavirus lockdown .
Instead , it will be taking place on Sunday , May 16 , 2021 - more than three decades after the event was last held .
The route starts and finishes in Queens Park just outside Bolton town centre and takes a loop around the town , passing through areas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cross , Harwood , Darcy Lever , Little Lever and Farnworth .
Race director Richard Smith , the driving force behind the return of the race , said : “ We are absolutely delighted to confirm that the resurrected Bolton Marathon will take place on May 16 next year .
“ It is great news for everyone who has signed up to take part , volunteers , charities , our sponsors and all those , especially Bolton Council , who have supported us through what has been a very challenging year.
” He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus epidemic on our NHS , local authority services , local businesses , plus the continued uncertainty about when restrictions will be eased meant we were left with no choice to make the difficult decision to cancel this year ’ s event .
“ Obviously , the new date we are announcing officially today is subject to government guidance for mass participation events.
” Organisers want the marathon to focus on sustainability and have planned to eliminate single-use plastics from the event .
Richard said : `` Our aim was always to deliver @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The race will be the most sustainable running event in the world and we are relentless in our quest to eradicate single-use plastic from the event.
” There will also be a family fun run the day before , on Saturday May 15 , which is free to a limit of 500 entrants , as well as a 10k race , on the same day as the marathon which costs £25 to enter and has a 1,500 entry limit .
Those who have registered for the marathon or the 10km race already have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to May 16 , 2021 .
Those who have registered do not need to do anything to defer their places as this will be done automatically • Transfer their entry to another runner .
All transfer fees have been waived so entrants can ‘ trade ’ their place to someone else for free by logging into their account You can get enter either race or get involved as a volunteer or sponsor at

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The organisers behind Bolton Marathon have revealed plans to hold a race in 2021 - 34 years after the last event.
The original plan was for the marathon to return this year, but the project was delayed because of the health concerns caused by the coronavirus lockdown.
Instead, it will be taking place on Sunday, May 16, 2021 - more than three decades after the event was last held.
The route starts and finishes in Queens Park just outside Bolton town centre and takes a loop around the town, passing through areas such as Smithills, Sharples, Bromley Cross, Harwood, Darcy Lever, Little Lever and Farnworth.
(Image: Bolton Marathon)
Race director Richard Smith, the driving force behind the return of the race, said: “We are absolutely delighted to confirm that the resurrected Bolton Marathon will take place on May 16 next year.
“It is great news for everyone who has signed up to take part, volunteers, charities, our sponsors and all those, especially Bolton Council, who have supported us through what has been a very challenging year.”
He added: “The impact of the coronavirus epidemic on our NHS, local authority services, local businesses, plus the continued uncertainty about when restrictions will be eased meant we were left with no choice to make the difficult decision to cancel this year’s event.
“Obviously, the new date we are announcing officially today is subject to government guidance for mass participation events.”
Organisers want the marathon to focus on sustainability and have planned to eliminate single-use plastics from the event.
Richard said: "Our aim was always to deliver a marathon like no other.
“The race will be the most sustainable running event in the world and we are relentless in our quest to eradicate single-use plastic from the event.”
There will also be a family fun run the day before, on Saturday May 15, which is free to a limit of 500 entrants, as well as a 10k race, on the same day as the marathon which costs £25 to enter and has a 1,500 entry limit.
Those who have registered for the marathon or the 10km race already have been given two options:
Defer to May 16, 2021. Those who have registered do not need to do anything to defer their places as this will be done automatically
Transfer their entry to another runner. All transfer fees have been waived so entrants can ‘trade’ their place to someone else for free by logging into their account


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Bosses to continue £1.1m housing service for 'people in crisis'

Bosses are to recommission a £1.1m housing service for ‘ people in crisis , including victims of domestic abuse and residents with mental health issues .
Oldham ’ s cabinet has considered proposals to formally re-tender a supported housing scheme within the borough which would extend it for a further three years .
Currently , there are 104 beds which are designated for people with a range of needs , by two different not-for-profit providers .
Councillors were told that the aim of the project is to provide housing with care to people who find themselves ‘ in a state @ @ @ @ @ @ @ delivered within the scheme , with 47 beds provided by the housing association Jigsaw for ‘ complex adults ’ aged 18 and over .
A second service by Depaul UK is specifically for young people , with 32 beds designated for residents aged between 16 and 23 .
And finally a further 25 beds are provided by Jigsaw for women and children , such as those who are fleeing domestic abuse .
The scheme currently costs £1.195m a year , and would face a slight inflationary uplift of £24k .
Mark Warren , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ care , said : “ It prevents people facing social exclusion and taking into account some of the challenges we face in the borough at this particular point in time it ’ s felt that this housing service which offers 104 bed spaces across ten buildings is absolutely vital to supporting those people in need .
“ Basically the service provides a period of stabilisation and it offers accommodation with support to enhance people ’ s lives chances who were going through a difficult time .
“ So that ’ s often people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ health issues , substance misuse issues , they are the victims of domestic violence and therefore they are in need of housing to actually take them through that period of their lives where we can work with them and hopefully help them move on to the next stage of their life.
” Mr Warren said there were was a ‘ clear demand ’ for the service , with 219 households being supported in the last financial year .
At the beginning of April this year there were 61 people on the waiting list @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the women and children ’ s beds .
The three year contract award , with the option to extend for a further two years , would be delegated to the cabinet member for health and social care Councillor Zahid Chauhan .
Coun Chauhan said : “ It again demonstrates the commitment of this council to protect the most vulnerable young people in this town even during very difficult times .
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Bosses are to recommission a £1.1m housing service for ‘people in crisis, including victims of domestic abuse and residents with mental health issues.
Oldham’s cabinet has considered proposals to formally re-tender a supported housing scheme within the borough which would extend it for a further three years.
Currently, there are 104 beds which are designated for people with a range of needs, by two different not-for-profit providers.
Councillors were told that the aim of the project is to provide housing with care to people who find themselves ‘in a state of crisis’.
Three services are delivered within the scheme, with 47 beds provided by the housing association Jigsaw for ‘complex adults’ aged 18 and over.
A second service by Depaul UK is specifically for young people, with 32 beds designated for residents aged between 16 and 23.
And finally a further 25 beds are provided by Jigsaw for women and children, such as those who are fleeing domestic abuse.
The scheme currently costs £1.195m a year, and would face a slight inflationary uplift of £24k.
Mark Warren, managing director for community health and social care, said: “It prevents people facing social exclusion and taking into account some of the challenges we face in the borough at this particular point in time it’s felt that this housing service which offers 104 bed spaces across ten buildings is absolutely vital to supporting those people in need.
“Basically the service provides a period of stabilisation and it offers accommodation with support to enhance people’s lives chances who were going through a difficult time.
“So that’s often people who were in crisis, have mental health issues, substance misuse issues, they are the victims of domestic violence and therefore they are in need of housing to actually take them through that period of their lives where we can work with them and hopefully help them move on to the next stage of their life.”
Mr Warren said there were was a ‘clear demand’ for the service, with 219 households being supported in the last financial year.
At the beginning of April this year there were 61 people on the waiting list, although none of those were for the women and children’s beds.
The three year contract award, with the option to extend for a further two years, would be delegated to the cabinet member for health and social care Councillor Zahid Chauhan.
Coun Chauhan said: “It again demonstrates the commitment of this council to protect the most vulnerable young people in this town even during very difficult times.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Chelsea have handed Man United the perfect plan to sign Alex Telles

Manchester United fans have become accustomed to being linked with every player under the sun during a transfer window .
United executive vice chairman Ed Woodward noted the ridiculous amount of players the Reds were linked to in the January transfer window .
He said back in February : `` Despite being linked in the media to 111 players in January , our acquisition of just one of them — Bruno Fernandes — is an important step in that direction , demonstrating our commitment to adding experienced , world-class recruits to the exciting crop of academy graduates that are at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We will take the same planned , disciplined , approach this coming summer .
`` In addition to the first team signings , somewhat under the radar , we have also made a number of exciting youth acquisitions in the past year , reflecting our commitment to bringing the best talent into our academy . ''
It 's a transfer tactic regularly used by clubs looking to speed up transfer negotiations with an actual interested party .
A prime example was the transfer saga regarding Thiago Alcantara this summer .
The Spaniard was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Premier League after his intentions to leave Bayern Munich were made public .
It seemed United and Liverpool would go head-to-head to sign the midfielder but there was only ever one club in the running .
MEN Sport understood United had no intention of moving for the former Barcelona star and were convinced his representatives and Bayern are using their name to put pressure on Liverpool to make a bid .
The former Bayern president Uli Hoeness said Thiago 'probably has an agreement with Liverpool or Manchester United , or with both ' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ van de Beek and were prioritising their pursuit of Jadon Sancho .
Therefore , there were no surprises when Thiago ended up at Anfield .
With less than a week remaining in the transfer window , United could use the transfer tactic that is regularly used against them to their own advantage .
The club accepted the need to sign a new left-back following the defeat to Crystal Palace and have accelerated their plans to sign Alex Telles from Porto after Sergio Reguilon signed for Tottenham .
So far , United have failed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ defender given he has less than one year on his contract and can sign a pre-contract agreement in January .
To force Porto to accept a lower price for the 27-year-old , perhaps United should state their interest in signing Marcos Alonso from Chelsea .
Alonso faces an uncertain future at the club after his relationship with manager Frank Lampard reached a new low following the weekend 's draw against West Brom .
The Spaniard was hooked at half-time and reportedly left the dressing room to watch the remainder of the game on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his Chelsea teammates had never seen Lampard so angry .
The Chelsea boss is now reportedly open to allowing the 29-year-old to leave the club on loan before the October 5th transfer deadline .
While Telles is obviously the better option for United , adding Alonso to their defensive shortlist may still be a wise move .
A Premier League winner with Chelsea , the Spaniard has been a key player for the London side for a number of years prior to this summer 's arrival of Ben Chilwell from Leicester .
An @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been missing and Alonso fits the bill .
Of course , Alonso should only be considered a back up option in the unlikely event a deal for Telles is n't completed .
But United exploring other options could force Porto 's hand in negotiations .
The Portuguese side face the real prospect of losing Telles for nothing and time is running out for them to sign a replacement in the current window if he does depart .
United hold all the aces in negotiations and Alonso 's situation at Chelsea could add another @ @ @ @ @

Manchester United fans have become accustomed to being linked with every player under the sun during a transfer window.
United executive vice chairman Ed Woodward noted the ridiculous amount of players the Reds were linked to in the January transfer window.
He said back in February: "Despite being linked in the media to 111 players in January, our acquisition of just one of them — Bruno Fernandes — is an important step in that direction, demonstrating our commitment to adding experienced, world-class recruits to the exciting crop of academy graduates that are at the heart of this developing team. We will take the same planned, disciplined, approach this coming summer.
"In addition to the first team signings, somewhat under the radar, we have also made a number of exciting youth acquisitions in the past year, reflecting our commitment to bringing the best talent into our academy."
It's a transfer tactic regularly used by clubs looking to speed up transfer negotiations with an actual interested party.
A prime example was the transfer saga regarding Thiago Alcantara this summer.
The Spaniard was heavily linked with a switch to the Premier League after his intentions to leave Bayern Munich were made public.
It seemed United and Liverpool would go head-to-head to sign the midfielder but there was only ever one club in the running.
MEN Sport understood United had no intention of moving for the former Barcelona star and were convinced his representatives and Bayern are using their name to put pressure on Liverpool to make a bid.
The former Bayern president Uli Hoeness said Thiago 'probably has an agreement with Liverpool or Manchester United, or with both', yet United had just signed Donny van de Beek and were prioritising their pursuit of Jadon Sancho. Therefore, there were no surprises when Thiago ended up at Anfield.
With less than a week remaining in the transfer window, United could use the transfer tactic that is regularly used against them to their own advantage.
The club accepted the need to sign a new left-back following the defeat to Crystal Palace and have accelerated their plans to sign Alex Telles from Porto after Sergio Reguilon signed for Tottenham.
So far, United have failed to meet Porto's valuation of the defender given he has less than one year on his contract and can sign a pre-contract agreement in January.
To force Porto to accept a lower price for the 27-year-old, perhaps United should state their interest in signing Marcos Alonso from Chelsea.
Alonso faces an uncertain future at the club after his relationship with manager Frank Lampard reached a new low following the weekend's draw against West Brom. The Spaniard was hooked at half-time and reportedly left the dressing room to watch the remainder of the game on the team bus. Various reports claim his Chelsea teammates had never seen Lampard so angry.
The Chelsea boss is now reportedly open to allowing the 29-year-old to leave the club on loan before the October 5th transfer deadline.
While Telles is obviously the better option for United, adding Alonso to their defensive shortlist may still be a wise move.
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A Premier League winner with Chelsea, the Spaniard has been a key player for the London side for a number of years prior to this summer's arrival of Ben Chilwell from Leicester. An attacking full-back is exactly what United have been missing and Alonso fits the bill.
Of course, Alonso should only be considered a back up option in the unlikely event a deal for Telles isn't completed. But United exploring other options could force Porto's hand in negotiations.
The Portuguese side face the real prospect of losing Telles for nothing and time is running out for them to sign a replacement in the current window if he does depart.
United hold all the aces in negotiations and Alonso's situation at Chelsea could add another card to their deck.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Bar closes 'until further notice' following confirmed case of coronavirus

A bar in Wigan has closed temporarily due to a confirmed case of coronavirus .
Bosses at the Posthouse - a craft beer and gin bar based in Orrell - say they have taken the decision to shut 'until further notice as a precautionary measure ' .
They say they learned of the positive case this morning ( Wednesday ) , but that no other staff members were experiencing symptoms .
A post on the bar 's Facebook page on Wednesday morning read : `` It is with a heavy heart that we have to report a positive COVID-19 case @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this morning .
`` Unfortunately , WE have made the decision to close until further notice as a precautionary measure .
`` Although this is heartbreaking for us having recently reopened after the pandemic and the success of our kitchen the safety of both our staff and customers still remains our top priority .
`` We would like to make it clear that this is nothing to worry about from a customer perspective .
`` Our team however , work closely with one another and although no other staff members have symptoms , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The Posthouse .
`` As a business we have put all necessary measures into place to protect both our staff & customers .
`` Prior to our reopening , a lot of time and effort was spent adapting our business , we wanted to ensure that customers entered with confidence and felt safe .
`` Our business will reopen with that same confidence once we have a clearer picture on how we can move forward .
`` We would like to send our apologises to anyone who was booked in with us , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ celebrate a special occasion .
`` We will keep everyone updated and thank you all for your understanding . ''

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A bar in Wigan has closed temporarily due to a confirmed case of coronavirus.
Bosses at the Posthouse - a craft beer and gin bar based in Orrell - say they have taken the decision to shut 'until further notice as a precautionary measure'.
They say they learned of the positive case this morning (Wednesday), but that no other staff members were experiencing symptoms.
A post on the bar's Facebook page on Wednesday morning read: "It is with a heavy heart that we have to report a positive COVID-19 case, which we have been notified of this morning.
"Unfortunately, WE have made the decision to close until further notice as a precautionary measure.
"Although this is heartbreaking for us having recently reopened after the pandemic and the success of our kitchen the safety of both our staff and customers still remains our top priority.
"We would like to make it clear that this is nothing to worry about from a customer perspective.
"Our team however, work closely with one another and although no other staff members have symptoms, we think its best to temporarily close The Posthouse.
"As a business we have put all necessary measures into place to protect both our staff & customers.
"Prior to our reopening, a lot of time and effort was spent adapting our business, we wanted to ensure that customers entered with confidence and felt safe.
"Our business will reopen with that same confidence once we have a clearer picture on how we can move forward.
"We would like to send our apologises to anyone who was booked in with us, especially to those who were planning to celebrate a special occasion.
"We will keep everyone updated and thank you all for your understanding."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--What is a 'circuit breaker' lockdown?

What is a 'circuit breaker' lockdown?

Talk of a temporary 'circuit break ' lockdown has been on the cards for a while following a dramatic surge in coronavirus cases .
It was first mentioned earlier this month by experts who suggested that it would slow the spread of Covid-19 while buying time for NHS Test and Trace to improve .
Liverpool could be the first place to see the 'circuit break ' lockdown as the city 's Mayor Joe Anderson believes it could be the way to stop the surge of cases in Liverpool .
The latest figures show that there were 1306 positive covid-19 cases @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Liverpool - an increase of 577 on the week before resulting in a current infection rate of 262.2 per 100,000 people .
But what would a 'circuit break ' lockdown entail ?
The idea is that a 'circuit breaker ' would target areas with local outbreaks and high coronavirus rates , while avoiding a full national lockdown .
The new short-term comprehensive shutdown would see households issued with a complete ban on mixing , as well as the closure of pubs and restaurants but would reportedly only last for two weeks .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the message reverted back to all but essential travel .
However , there is an argument that this could only happen if the government provided specific funding packages for those affected - particularly if all hospitality venues are forced into closure for a second time .

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Talk of a temporary 'circuit break' lockdown has been on the cards for a while following a dramatic surge in coronavirus cases.
It was first mentioned earlier this month by experts who suggested that it would slow the spread of Covid-19 while buying time for NHS Test and Trace to improve.
Liverpool could be the first place to see the 'circuit break' lockdown as the city's Mayor Joe Anderson believes it could be the way to stop the surge of cases in Liverpool.
The latest figures show that there were 1306 positive covid-19 cases in the most recent 7-day period in Liverpool - an increase of 577 on the week before resulting in a current infection rate of 262.2 per 100,000 people.
But what would a 'circuit break' lockdown entail?
The idea is that a 'circuit breaker' would target areas with local outbreaks and high coronavirus rates, while avoiding a full national lockdown.
The new short-term comprehensive shutdown would see households issued with a complete ban on mixing, as well as the closure of pubs and restaurants but would reportedly only last for two weeks.
It could also mean limits on travel nationwide with the message reverted back to all but essential travel.
However, there is an argument that this could only happen if the government provided specific funding packages for those affected - particularly if all hospitality venues are forced into closure for a second time.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Conservative Bolton MP asks government to reduce local Covid restrictions

The MP for Bolton West has written an open letter to Health Secretary Matt Hancock , asking for Bolton 's hospital restrictions to be brought in line with the rest of the country .
Conservative MP Chris Green shared the letter on social media .
Bolton 's pubs and restaurants find themselves closed for a third week .
In the letter , Mr Green first questioned what exactly triggered the economic lockdown in the borough .
He wrote : `` No official explanation has been given for why the positive test rate spiked in Bolton and I do not think @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to one group going on a pub crawl and I certainly would not accept an accusation that people , en masse , stopped following the guidance to wash their hands or observe social distancing .
`` Having had time to assess the situation and draw conclusions from the data , what explanation can you give for the events that triggered our economic lockdown ?
`` The economic lockdown is having a terrible impact on pubs , cafes and restaurants and is pushing many to imminent and permanent closure , as well as causing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have worked hard for so many years . ''
Mr Green 's constituency includes towns such as Horwich and Westhoughton , with both areas having relatively low case numbers compared to other parts of Bolton .
Speaking about the wider impact of the lockdown , he went on to ask why Bolton 's restrictions are so `` harsh '' compared to other areas with a higher infection rate .
Mr Green continued : `` The full and wider health impact of lockdown has yet to emerge , but we know that it is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ symbolised by the dramatic fall in GP referrals .
`` During the period of the lockdown the number of referrals across Bolton has been cut by nearly 20,000 in comparison to this period last year .
People have been frightened out of making or attending their appointment and this is going to have major health implications for many years to come .
`` There has been a small increase in patients at Royal Bolton Hospital with Covid-19 symptoms , many of whom will have other serious medical conditions , but , with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can be confident that we have protected the NHS .
`` Increasingly , across Bolton , people see the impact of the lockdown policies and see that we have a far harsher regime than many other areas that have long since passed the 120/100,000 transmission level .
Would you set out why it is right for Bolton to suffer an economic lockdown , but you have not imposed one on those many other areas that meet the same criteria ?
`` In the balance between the risk of remaining in an extreme lockdown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I and many of my constituents have drawn is that we should reduce the restrictions now . ''

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The MP for Bolton West has written an open letter to Health Secretary Matt Hancock, asking for Bolton's hospital restrictions to be brought in line with the rest of the country.
Conservative MP Chris Green shared the letter on social media. Bolton's pubs and restaurants find themselves closed for a third week.
In the letter, Mr Green first questioned what exactly triggered the economic lockdown in the borough.
He wrote: "No official explanation has been given for why the positive test rate spiked in Bolton and I do not think anyone believes that it was just down to one group going on a pub crawl and I certainly would not accept an accusation that people, en masse, stopped following the guidance to wash their hands or observe social distancing.
"Having had time to assess the situation and draw conclusions from the data, what explanation can you give for the events that triggered our economic lockdown?
"The economic lockdown is having a terrible impact on pubs, cafes and restaurants and is pushing many to imminent and permanent closure, as well as causing anguish for their owners and employees who have worked hard for so many years."
Mr Green's constituency includes towns such as Horwich and Westhoughton, with both areas having relatively low case numbers compared to other parts of Bolton.
Speaking about the wider impact of the lockdown, he went on to ask why Bolton's restrictions are so "harsh" compared to other areas with a higher infection rate .
Mr Green continued: "The full and wider health impact of lockdown has yet to emerge, but we know that it is going to be awful and can be symbolised by the dramatic fall in GP referrals.
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"During the period of the lockdown the number of referrals across Bolton has been cut by nearly 20,000 in comparison to this period last year. People have been frightened out of making or attending their appointment and this is going to have major health implications for many years to come.
"There has been a small increase in patients at Royal Bolton Hospital with Covid-19 symptoms, many of whom will have other serious medical conditions, but, with the extensive preparations already in place, we can be confident that we have protected the NHS.
"Increasingly, across Bolton, people see the impact of the lockdown policies and see that we have a far harsher regime than many other areas that have long since passed the 120/100,000 transmission level. Would you set out why it is right for Bolton to suffer an economic lockdown, but you have not imposed one on those many other areas that meet the same criteria?
"In the balance between the risk of remaining in an extreme lockdown and relaxing the rules, the conclusion I and many of my constituents have drawn is that we should reduce the restrictions now."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Bolton-based business wins £36m HS2 contract

A Bolton-based manufacturer will supply doors for the HS2 rail link after being awarded a £36m contact .
The multi-year 'landmark ' contract has been announced by Booth Industries parent company Avingtrans PLC .
Avingtrans PLC said the high-pressure safety doors will be manufactured for the internal passages linking the high speed rail project ’ s tunnels , along two phases of the HS2 route ; phase 1 - London to West Midlands - and phase 2a - West Midlands to Crewe .
More than 300 units will be manufactured at a new purpose-built facility in Bolton , and up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ next 10 years .
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The company said first frames are expected to be delivered before the end of 2021 , while most of the revenues for the contract will be made when door manufacturing and installation begins in 2025 , reports Business Live .
The project @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Mike Jenkinson , managing director of Booth Industries , said : “ This is a landmark contract with a new customer , which recognises the extensive experience we have developed over years ’ supplying high-integrity door sets for a range of infrastructure projects .
“ Our designs are based on existing Booth IP and will be manufactured at a new , purpose-built facility in Bolton , creating a number of skilled jobs in the area over the next decade.
” Avingtrans , which designs , manufactures and supplies original equipment , systems @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and medical sectors , acquired Booth Industries in June 2019 following the collapse of its previous owner .
Austen Adams , divisional managing director of the PSRE division of Avingtrans , said : “ When we took the decision to acquire the assets of the business from administration , we were excited by the history , reputation and wealth of design and engineering expertise it had built up over the years , but there were clearly operational issues that were hampering performance .
“ This contract recognises Booth ’ s vast experience and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the strides it has made to deliver a high-quality end-to-end service .
“ It marks the beginning of another exciting chapter for the Booth team and we look forward to working closely with HS2 to deliver another high-profile infrastructure project .
”

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A Bolton-based manufacturer will supply doors for the HS2 rail link after being awarded a £36m contact.
The multi-year 'landmark' contract has been announced by Booth Industries parent company Avingtrans PLC.
Avingtrans PLC said the high-pressure safety doors will be manufactured for the internal passages linking the high speed rail project’s tunnels, along two phases of the HS2 route; phase 1 - London to West Midlands - and phase 2a - West Midlands to Crewe.
More than 300 units will be manufactured at a new purpose-built facility in Bolton, and up to 50 jobs will created over the next 10 years.
The company said first frames are expected to be delivered before the end of 2021, while most of the revenues for the contract will be made when door manufacturing and installation begins in 2025, reports Business Live.
The project is set to be completed in 2030.
Mike Jenkinson, managing director of Booth Industries, said: “This is a landmark contract with a new customer, which recognises the extensive experience we have developed over years’ supplying high-integrity door sets for a range of infrastructure projects.
“Our designs are based on existing Booth IP and will be manufactured at a new, purpose-built facility in Bolton, creating a number of skilled jobs in the area over the next decade.”
Avingtrans, which designs, manufactures and supplies original equipment, systems and associated aftermarket services to the energy and medical sectors, acquired Booth Industries in June 2019 following the collapse of its previous owner.
Austen Adams, divisional managing director of the PSRE division of Avingtrans, said: “When we took the decision to acquire the assets of the business from administration, we were excited by the history, reputation and wealth of design and engineering expertise it had built up over the years, but there were clearly operational issues that were hampering performance.
“This contract recognises Booth’s vast experience and capabilities in the sector, along with the strides it has made to deliver a high-quality end-to-end service.
“It marks the beginning of another exciting chapter for the Booth team and we look forward to working closely with HS2 to deliver another high-profile infrastructure project.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Plans for new 900-place secondary school to be approved this week

Plans for a new 900-place secondary school in Middleton are set to be approved later this week .
Officers have recommended Rochdale council ’ s planning committee grants permission for the school to be built on land at Bowlee .
Named the Edgar Wood Academy - after the renowned Middleton-born architect - it is expected to open in September 2022 , if the proposals are given the green light .
The proposed site is to the east of Heywood Old Road .
Councillors will be asked to grant ‘ outline ’ planning permission - which establishes the principle of development @ @ @ @ @ @ @ come .
The application does set out basic proposals for separate school and sports blocks of up to three storeys in height , sports courts , playing fields and social areas .
It would be built off Heywood Old Road , between Middleton and Heywood .
Education chiefs say it is desperately needed due to the rising number of children coming through the school system .
With hundreds of new homes being built in the area , the council is predicting that 200 extra Year 7 places will be needed in Middleton by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ opposition .
Local campaigners question the accuracy of the council ’ s long forecasts and point out there were more than 100 spaces available at nearby Newhouse Academy and St Ann ’ s CE Academy at the appeal stage in March .
They object to the ‘ decimation ’ of a wildlife habitat and believe the council should have found a suitable brownfield site for the school , rather than building on fields classed as ‘ open protected land ’ .
A report to the planning committee says that ‘ appropriate alternative sites @ @ @ @ @ @ @ predicted future need for places .
It adds that the school would deliver a ‘ number of additional benefits ’ including new jobs and improved ‘ access and connectivity ’ via a new access road and footpath .
New sports facilities would also be available to the wider community , including areas such as Langley which suffer high levels of deprivation .
Colin O ’ Neill , is a member of Save Middleton ’ s Green Belt , whose house backs on to the proposed site .
He is frustrated that local concerns @ @ @ @ @ @ @ increased congestion problems and potential anti-social behaviour appear to have been ignored .
He said : “ It ’ s a natural habitat , classed as open protected land .
“ When I first bought this house I ’ m living in I stood on the plot - it wasn ’ t even built then - and looked out at the splendour of the area at back .
“ You can ’ t believe they want to decimate this and put in place a building that ’ s a blot on the landscape.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a family of deer , grazing horses and ancient hedgerows would all be lost to future generations under the scheme .
He also fears the Langley Lane and Heywood Old Road will become ‘ completely congested ’ as a result of the plans - with future large scale development in the area only exacerbating matters - and is highly dubious about claims the majority of pupils will walk to school .
He questions the basis of the council ’ s forecasts , adding that not all households will have children , and those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them to the new school .
`` Those places could end up not being filled as its based on X number of houses being built and so many kids and X number of schools , '' he said .
In an objection letter to the council , Mr O ’ Neill suggests an alternative site in Bowlee .
“ If Rochdale MBC are determined to build on Bowlee , has thought been given to the current area to the South of the site where the Bowlee Car Boot Sale takes place ?
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sits behind the TFS Truck company and adjacent to the David Lloyd Fitness Centre .
`` There is already an access road into this space and has proven that it can accommodate a large number of people with it ’ s weekly car boot sales .
There is also a walkway running into the Langley Estate so children can 'walk ' there if need be.
” Campaigners also want to see development put on hold as the fallout from Covid-19 could result in more empty business premises which could potentially be ‘ repurposed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ school methods could change , with more learning going online and less physical space being necessary .
The Edgar Wood Academy will be a 'free school ' run by the Altus Education Partnership , which also runs the ‘ outstanding ’ -rated Rochdale Sixth Form College .
Rules brought in by the government in 2011 stop local authorities from setting up their own schools unless no sponsor comes forward for a free school or academy .
The planning committee meeting will be held via Zoom on Thursday , October 1 at 6pm .
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Plans for a new 900-place secondary school in Middleton are set to be approved later this week.
Officers have recommended Rochdale council’s planning committee grants permission for the school to be built on land at Bowlee.
Named the Edgar Wood Academy - after the renowned Middleton-born architect - it is expected to open in September 2022, if the proposals are given the green light.
The proposed site is to the east of Heywood Old Road.
Councillors will be asked to grant ‘outline’ planning permission - which establishes the principle of development - with more detailed plans still to come.
The application does set out basic proposals for separate school and sports blocks of up to three storeys in height, sports courts, playing fields and social areas.
It would be built off Heywood Old Road, between Middleton and Heywood.
Education chiefs say it is desperately needed due to the rising number of children coming through the school system.
With hundreds of new homes being built in the area, the council is predicting that 200 extra Year 7 places will be needed in Middleton by 2028.
The proposals are not without opposition.
Local campaigners question the accuracy of the council’s long forecasts and point out there were more than 100 spaces available at nearby Newhouse Academy and St Ann’s CE Academy at the appeal stage in March.
They object to the ‘decimation’ of a wildlife habitat and believe the council should have found a suitable brownfield site for the school, rather than building on fields classed as ‘open protected land’.
A report to the planning committee says that ‘appropriate alternative sites do not exist’ to meet the predicted future need for places.
It adds that the school would deliver a ‘number of additional benefits’ including new jobs and improved ‘access and connectivity’ via a new access road and footpath.
New sports facilities would also be available to the wider community, including areas such as Langley which suffer high levels of deprivation.
Colin O’Neill, is a member of Save Middleton’s Green Belt, whose house backs on to the proposed site.
He is frustrated that local concerns over a loss of green space, increased congestion problems and potential anti-social behaviour appear to have been ignored.
He said: “It’s a natural habitat, classed as open protected land.
“When I first bought this house I’m living in I stood on the plot - it wasn’t even built then - and looked out at the splendour of the area at back.
“You can’t believe they want to decimate this and put in place a building that’s a blot on the landscape.”
Mr O’Neill says that a family of deer, grazing horses and ancient hedgerows would all be lost to future generations under the scheme.
He also fears the Langley Lane and Heywood Old Road will become ‘completely congested’ as a result of the plans - with future large scale development in the area only exacerbating matters - and is highly dubious about claims the majority of pupils will walk to school.
He questions the basis of the council’s forecasts, adding that not all households will have children, and those that do may not want to send them to the new school.
"Those places could end up not being filled as its based on X number of houses being built and so many kids and X number of schools," he said.
In an objection letter to the council, Mr O’Neill suggests an alternative site in Bowlee.
“If Rochdale MBC are determined to build on Bowlee, has thought been given to the current area to the South of the site where the Bowlee Car Boot Sale takes place?
“This space has already been tarmacked and sits behind the TFS Truck company and adjacent to the David Lloyd Fitness Centre.
"There is already an access road into this space and has proven that it can accommodate a large number of people with it’s weekly car boot sales. There is also a walkway running into the Langley Estate so children can 'walk' there if need be.”
Campaigners also want to see development put on hold as the fallout from Covid-19 could result in more empty business premises which could potentially be ‘repurposed’ for education.
And they say school methods could change, with more learning going online and less physical space being necessary.
The Edgar Wood Academy will be a 'free school' run by the Altus Education Partnership, which also runs the ‘outstanding’-rated Rochdale Sixth Form College.
Rules brought in by the government in 2011 stop local authorities from setting up their own schools unless no sponsor comes forward for a free school or academy.
The planning committee meeting will be held via Zoom on Thursday, October 1 at 6pm. It will be streamed on the Rochdale Borough Council You Tube channel.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--The Asda stores which will have a vegan aisle - full list

In the last few years , the supermarket world has got much better at catering for its vegetarian and vegan @ @ @ @ @ has been announced that Asda will dedicate an entire aisle to vegan products in its @ @ @ @ @ It plans to launch more than a hundred new vegan products in its non-refrigerated products @ @ @ @ @ each of the stores will be dedicated to vegan products - with one for savoury @ @ @ @ @ sauces , and one for sweet food and snacks - yum !
Two new Galaxy @ @ @ @ @ in the range , alongside Asda 's own-label rice and lentil bowls , as well @ @ @ @ @ such as Mrs Crimble ’ s , Vego and an exclusive falafel mix from Bosh @ @ @ @ @ .
However , while 359 Asda stores will get the new range , not every @ @ @ @ @ dedicated aisle .
Below we 've included the full list - we 've highlighted those @ @ @ @

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In the last few years, the supermarket world has got much better at catering for its vegetarian and vegan shoppers.
And now it has been announced that Asda will dedicate an entire aisle to vegan products in its stores in the UK.
It plans to launch more than a hundred new vegan products in its non-refrigerated products range.
Two bays in each of the stores will be dedicated to vegan products - with one for savoury, including proteins and cooking sauces, and one for sweet food and snacks - yum!
Two new Galaxy chocolate flavours will be included in the range, alongside Asda's own-label rice and lentil bowls, as well as a number from brands such as Mrs Crimble’s, Vego and an exclusive falafel mix from Bosh, the Liverpool Echo reports.
However, while 359 Asda stores will get the new range, not every single store will get a dedicated aisle.
Below we've included the full list - we've highlighted those closest to Manchester.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-01--Man United 'make Federico Chiesa loan enquiry' and more transfer rumours

Manchester United have had an enquiry for Fiorentina winger Federico Chiesa pushed back , according to reports .
As transfer deadline day nears it 's understood that United remain in various discussions in order to rescue their window and add to their sole signing of Donny van de Beek .
While the club continues talks with Porto over the transfer of Alex Telles , Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho is still the top target ahead of the October 5 international deadline .
The saga has rumbled on throughout the summer but Dortmund have maintained since their deadline of August 10 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leaving this summer , and they are under little pressure to sell as his contract there runs until 2023 .
While United have n't given up on the deal they are adamant that they wo n't pay Dortmund 's 120 million euro valuation up front and a number of players have been considered as short-term alternatives - but the club would rather sign one on loan so they can then make another attempt to sign Sancho next summer .
The latest of which , according to The Telegraph , is the highly-rated Chiesa @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 11 goals and nine assists in Serie A last season .
It 's reported that United made a loan enquiry for the 22-year-old but it was turned down by his club , as they would only be willing to let their prized asset leave in a permanent transfer .
It 's added that Juventus are interested in a £45million swoop .
Ousmane Dembele is under consideration as an emergency loan option if they do not manage to get a deal for Sancho over the line .
It was reported by Sky Sports on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'improved offer ' for Sancho before next week 's deadline .

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Manchester United have had an enquiry for Fiorentina winger Federico Chiesa pushed back, according to reports.
As transfer deadline day nears it's understood that United remain in various discussions in order to rescue their window and add to their sole signing of Donny van de Beek.
While the club continues talks with Porto over the transfer of Alex Telles, Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho is still the top target ahead of the October 5 international deadline.
The saga has rumbled on throughout the summer but Dortmund have maintained since their deadline of August 10 passed that the 20-year-old would not be leaving this summer, and they are under little pressure to sell as his contract there runs until 2023.
While United haven't given up on the deal they are adamant that they won't pay Dortmund's 120 million euro valuation up front and a number of players have been considered as short-term alternatives - but the club would rather sign one on loan so they can then make another attempt to sign Sancho next summer.
The latest of which, according to The Telegraph, is the highly-rated Chiesa, who impressed with a return of 11 goals and nine assists in Serie A last season.
It's reported that United made a loan enquiry for the 22-year-old but it was turned down by his club, as they would only be willing to let their prized asset leave in a permanent transfer. It's added that Juventus are interested in a £45million swoop.
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Ousmane Dembele is under consideration as an emergency loan option if they do not manage to get a deal for Sancho over the line.
It was reported by Sky Sports on Wednesday that United are considering making an 'improved offer' for Sancho before next week's deadline.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Man United confirm stance on Juan Mata future after Brighton win

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed Juan Mata 's experience is proving to be a vital ingredient for his young Manchester United squad .
Mata created one and scored one as United won 3-0 at Brighton to book a place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals and it was another good night for the Spaniard , he was also man of the match at Luton in the previous round .
The 32-year-old is one of the older heads in a young United squad and he 's won international titles with Spain as well as Premier League titles , making him a valuable @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the heart of all of United 's good attacking moments at the Amex Stadium and his manager was also pleased with his defensive contribution .
`` He ’ s got composure , experience for a young team , we know we ’ re a young team , we have different qualities for different players , he created almost every moment in this game that was the highest quality in an attacking sense , '' said Solskjaer .
`` And defensively , he tracked Dan Burn and saw off a cross to the back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He ’ s a very valuable member of the squad .
He ’ s a top professional .
`` He has had a fantastic career , he ’ s won whatever there is to win , he ’ s an example to everyone to look at , how to conduct yourself . ''
United are looking to trim their squad in the final days of the transfer window , but Solskjaer has revealed Mata will be going nowhere before Monday 's deadline .
`` I ’ ve not read those reports [ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve not had any discussions other than how he ’ s going to play more , how he 'll get into the team and how valuable he is , '' said Solskjaer .
`` He 's an unbelievable top professional , you can see tonight the high quality he brings , the composure in his play , he does the simple things really well and has the quality to do difficult things . ''
Mata 's performance helped United into the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup and Solskjaer revealed the hurt of three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ side on this term .
`` Absolutely .
We ’ re already now in the quarter-finals , depending on the situation in December we want to go through to the semi-finals , the semi-final defeats hurt [ from last season ] , '' he said .

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed Juan Mata's experience is proving to be a vital ingredient for his young Manchester United squad.
Mata created one and scored one as United won 3-0 at Brighton to book a place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals and it was another good night for the Spaniard, he was also man of the match at Luton in the previous round.
The 32-year-old is one of the older heads in a young United squad and he's won international titles with Spain as well as Premier League titles, making him a valuable asset to Solskjaer.
Mata was at the heart of all of United's good attacking moments at the Amex Stadium and his manager was also pleased with his defensive contribution.
"He’s got composure, experience for a young team, we know we’re a young team, we have different qualities for different players, he created almost every moment in this game that was the highest quality in an attacking sense," said Solskjaer.
"And defensively, he tracked Dan Burn and saw off a cross to the back post against a 6ft 7ins centre back. He’s a very valuable member of the squad. He’s a top professional.
"He has had a fantastic career, he’s won whatever there is to win, he’s an example to everyone to look at, how to conduct yourself."
United are looking to trim their squad in the final days of the transfer window, but Solskjaer has revealed Mata will be going nowhere before Monday's deadline.
"I’ve not read those reports [about Mata leaving], I’ve not had any discussions other than how he’s going to play more, how he'll get into the team and how valuable he is," said Solskjaer.
"He's an unbelievable top professional, you can see tonight the high quality he brings, the composure in his play, he does the simple things really well and has the quality to do difficult things."
Mata's performance helped United into the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup and Solskjaer revealed the hurt of three semi-final defeats last season was driving his side on this term.
"Absolutely. We’re already now in the quarter-finals, depending on the situation in December we want to go through to the semi-finals, the semi-final defeats hurt [from last season]," he said.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Mata sends message to Van de Beek after Man United win vs Brighton

Juan Mata loves playing alongside Donny van de Beek at Manchester United because he 'understands football ' in a way that he likes .
Van de Beek and Mata linked up for United 's second goal of the night at Brighton as the Reds recorded their second win in five days at the Amex , moving into the Carabao Cup quarter-finals in the process .
Mata 's strike was set up superbly by Van de Beek , who skilfully played the ball into the 32-year-old 's path before the Spaniard cut inside onto his right foot and stroked the ball @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Mata told Sky Sports when asked about Van de Beek 's role in the goal .
`` He is a very clever player .
I love playing with him because he finds pocket of space and he understands football in a way that I like , which is playing one-twos , passing and moving and the goal was like that .
`` He 's always in the right position , he flicked the ball to me and I could finish with my right foot . ''
On United 's ambitions to win @ @ @ @ @ @ @ That is what is in our mind to try to lift trophies for our fans .
We did it in 2017 , so we want to do it again .
We try to win every game in every competition and this one is of course different this year because we 're playing at an early stage but hopefully we can go through quarter-finals , semi-finals and play at Wembley which is always nice . ''

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Juan Mata loves playing alongside Donny van de Beek at Manchester United because he 'understands football' in a way that he likes.
Van de Beek and Mata linked up for United's second goal of the night at Brighton as the Reds recorded their second win in five days at the Amex, moving into the Carabao Cup quarter-finals in the process.
Mata's strike was set up superbly by Van de Beek, who skilfully played the ball into the 32-year-old's path before the Spaniard cut inside onto his right foot and stroked the ball home.
"Very clever assist," Mata told Sky Sports when asked about Van de Beek's role in the goal. "He is a very clever player. I love playing with him because he finds pocket of space and he understands football in a way that I like, which is playing one-twos, passing and moving and the goal was like that.
"He's always in the right position, he flicked the ball to me and I could finish with my right foot."
On United's ambitions to win the competition, Mata said: "That is what is in our mind to try to lift trophies for our fans. We did it in 2017, so we want to do it again. We try to win every game in every competition and this one is of course different this year because we're playing at an early stage but hopefully we can go through quarter-finals, semi-finals and play at Wembley which is always nice."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Van de Beek hails unsung hero in Man United win vs Brighton

Donny van de Beek praised the efforts of Dean Henderson following Manchester United 's win against Brighton in the Carabao Cup .
United booked their place in the last eight of the competition on Wednesday night after a hard-fought 3-0 win over the Seagulls at the Amex Stadium .
Despite the eventual scoreline it was a tricky tie to overcome for United with Scott McTominay netting a vital opening goal from a Juan Mata free-kick just before half-time .
After the break Brighton started the brightest and they almost levelled the scores when substitute Leandro Trossard was denied from close @ @ @ @ @ @ @ save proved to be vital in the end as United went on to score twice more through Mata and Paul Pogba to secure their place in the quarter-finals .
Spanish midfielder Mata was given the official man of the match award for his excellent display , but summer signing Van de Beek remembered to praise Henderson for his role in the win .
`` Really , really nice save from him , ” Van de Beek told MUTV .
`` Also important moment otherwise it is one-one .
Amazing save from him and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the match .
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Donny van de Beek praised the efforts of Dean Henderson following Manchester United's win against Brighton in the Carabao Cup.
United booked their place in the last eight of the competition on Wednesday night after a hard-fought 3-0 win over the Seagulls at the Amex Stadium.
Despite the eventual scoreline it was a tricky tie to overcome for United with Scott McTominay netting a vital opening goal from a Juan Mata free-kick just before half-time.
After the break Brighton started the brightest and they almost levelled the scores when substitute Leandro Trossard was denied from close range by goalkeeper Dean Henderson.
The save proved to be vital in the end as United went on to score twice more through Mata and Paul Pogba to secure their place in the quarter-finals.
Spanish midfielder Mata was given the official man of the match award for his excellent display, but summer signing Van de Beek remembered to praise Henderson for his role in the win.
"Really, really nice save from him,” Van de Beek told MUTV. "Also important moment otherwise it is one-one. Amazing save from him and I think also a really important moment in the match.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-30--Man City get told Ajax asking price for Nicolas Tagliafico

Manchester City will have to shell out £22.7m to sign Nicolas Tagliafico from Ajax in the final days of the transfer window .
Pep Guardiola is keen to add a left-back before the market shuts , having strengthened the middle of his defence with the club-record signing of Ruben Dias from Benfica earlier this week .
Tagliafico is an option , and is seen as more attainable than David Alaba given both his situation at Bayern Munich and the relations between the Bavarian club and the Blues .
The Ajax defender , who signed from Independiente in 2018 , would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Premier League and the opportunity to play at City but it is understood that the Blues are yet to make contact .
That may be explained by the need for City to get rid of Aleks Zinchenko first .
The Ukrainian has been back training with the squad after injury but was not in the matchday squad at Burnley for the Carabao Cup .
Ajax would demand over £20m for a player that has impressed with the Dutch champions but only has two years remaining on his contract .
The 28-year-old believes he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ offer comes in .
Should he sign for City , he would compete with Benjamin Mendy for a starting spot at the club .
Mendy has failed to convince with his three years at the club spoiled by a series of injuries , but is expected to remain part of Guardiola 's first team plans .

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Manchester City will have to shell out £22.7m to sign Nicolas Tagliafico from Ajax in the final days of the transfer window.
Pep Guardiola is keen to add a left-back before the market shuts, having strengthened the middle of his defence with the club-record signing of Ruben Dias from Benfica earlier this week.
Tagliafico is an option, and is seen as more attainable than David Alaba given both his situation at Bayern Munich and the relations between the Bavarian club and the Blues.
The Ajax defender, who signed from Independiente in 2018, would be open to a switch to the Premier League and the opportunity to play at City but it is understood that the Blues are yet to make contact.
That may be explained by the need for City to get rid of Aleks Zinchenko first. The Ukrainian has been back training with the squad after injury but was not in the matchday squad at Burnley for the Carabao Cup.
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Ajax would demand over £20m for a player that has impressed with the Dutch champions but only has two years remaining on his contract. The 28-year-old believes he has an agreement to leave if an offer comes in.
Should he sign for City, he would compete with Benjamin Mendy for a starting spot at the club. Mendy has failed to convince with his three years at the club spoiled by a series of injuries, but is expected to remain part of Guardiola's first team plans.