themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-27--Theatres may take generations to recover from 'catastrophic' lockdown

It could take theatres generations to recover from the 'catastrophic ' impact of lockdown , a Manchester arts centre director has warned .
The curtain came down on live performances in March as the country came to a standstill following the coronavirus outbreak .
And venues are still waiting to find out when they can resume .
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden set out a five-stage 'phased return ' plan for the sector on Thursday - but failed to provide any dates or promises of further financial support for the stricken sector .
Theatres and music venues have been told they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not be allowed to stage live performances .
The first two phases of the Government roadmap allow rehearsals and training , followed by performances for broadcast and recording purposes , both with no audience present .
Outdoor performances will be the first to go ahead in front of an audience in phase three , followed by indoor performances with a limited , distanced audience in step four , before returning to a fuller capacity in the fifth and final phase .
But venues still have no idea of the timeline they are working @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they will have the funds to survive until then .
Jon Gilchrist , executive director at First Street theatre and arts centre HOME , said the guidance remained too vague .
`` We need clarity on when stages three to five are going to happen , even if it 's just a 'no earlier than ' date , '' he said .
`` Unless we get provided with a time frame people are going to have to assume the worst , the impact of which is going to be catastrophic . ''
Theatres @ @ @ @ @ @ @ proceedings , including the Theatre Royal in Newcastle and the Theatre Royal Plymouth .
Without financial intervention by the Government , more organisations will be forced to follow suit , Jon warned .
`` The theatre sector is one of the most creative groups of people I 've ever encountered .
By their nature they can respond and adapt .
The sector would n't be crying out for help in the way that it is if it did n't desperately need it , '' he said .
`` The extension of the furlough @ @ @ @ @ @ @ needs to be other interventions to incentivise people to get back into production .
`` A lot of venues around the country , us included , do n't purely create their own work and rely on a touring economy .
If there 's no work to put into venues , those venues ca n't trade and generate any income .
`` Some shows are going to take three to four months to get up and running - the lag is enormous . ''
HOME plans to reopen its cinema , bar and restaurant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gallery and theatre later in autumn depending on the Government guidance at the time .
Jon added : `` Everyone is affected by this virus and we 're not expecting in any way that we are more special as a sector than anyone else , but it needs to be seen as a distinctive case that ca n't be lumped in with the rest of the hospitality sector .
`` It is worth billions of pounds to the economy and supports hundreds of thousands of jobs .
To see that eroded will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
Julia Fawcett OBE , chief executive of The Lowry Theatre and Arts Centre at Salford Quays , said the Culture Secretary 's 'confusing ' announcement this week had left her feeling lower than she had for a long time .
`` Every time you hear something is coming out , you get so optimistic and excited because you think they have obviously been working hard behind the scenes on this , they will have something concrete and we 're all going to be able to get cracking , '' she said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ road map , let 's face it , it 's a set of aspirations with absolutely no definitive guidance or advice for us here in the sector .
`` They have to recognise it 's going to take us time to be able to get things moving and to get audiences back in .
It all has to be tempered with a big dose of reality and practicality - dates , and a package of support , if there 's going to be one - to get things going again .
`` Anything @ @ @ @ @ @ @ financially sustainable .
We need clear guidance .
`` Within months of that , I 'm absolutely certain that the great sector we have got , and particularly in Greater Manchester , will be up and running again and on top of our game . ''
The five stage plan has been outlined as follows : • Rehearsal and training , with no audiences and adhering to social distancing guidelines • Performances for broadcast and recording purposes , adhering to social distancing guidelines • Performances outdoors with an audience plus pilots for indoor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dowden said : “ I desperately want to raise the curtain on live performances in theatres and music venues as soon as we can – they are the soul of our nation and a lynchpin of our world beating creative industries .
“ We know the challenges – theatres must be full to make money , and performers need to be safe on stage as they sing , dance and play instruments – but I am determined to ensure the performing arts do not stay closed longer than is absolutely necessary to protect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I know the public wants its theatres open , our brilliant performers want to go back to work , and we will do all we can to get them fully back up and running .

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It could take theatres generations to recover from the 'catastrophic' impact of lockdown, a Manchester arts centre director has warned.
The curtain came down on live performances in March as the country came to a standstill following the coronavirus outbreak.
And venues are still waiting to find out when they can resume.
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden set out a five-stage 'phased return' plan for the sector on Thursday - but failed to provide any dates or promises of further financial support for the stricken sector.
Theatres and music venues have been told they may reopen from July 4 but will not be allowed to stage live performances.
The first two phases of the Government roadmap allow rehearsals and training, followed by performances for broadcast and recording purposes, both with no audience present.
Outdoor performances will be the first to go ahead in front of an audience in phase three, followed by indoor performances with a limited, distanced audience in step four, before returning to a fuller capacity in the fifth and final phase.
But venues still have no idea of the timeline they are working towards at each step, and whether they will have the funds to survive until then.
Jon Gilchrist, executive director at First Street theatre and arts centre HOME, said the guidance remained too vague.
"We need clarity on when stages three to five are going to happen, even if it's just a 'no earlier than' date," he said.
"Unless we get provided with a time frame people are going to have to assume the worst, the impact of which is going to be catastrophic."
(Image: Mark Waugh Manchester Press Photography Ltd)
Theatres around the country have already begun redundancy proceedings, including the Theatre Royal in Newcastle and the Theatre Royal Plymouth.
Without financial intervention by the Government, more organisations will be forced to follow suit, Jon warned.
"The theatre sector is one of the most creative groups of people I've ever encountered. By their nature they can respond and adapt. The sector wouldn't be crying out for help in the way that it is if it didn't desperately need it," he said.
"The extension of the furlough scheme would help, but also there needs to be other interventions to incentivise people to get back into production.
"A lot of venues around the country, us included, don't purely create their own work and rely on a touring economy. If there's no work to put into venues, those venues can't trade and generate any income.
"Some shows are going to take three to four months to get up and running - the lag is enormous."
HOME plans to reopen its cinema, bar and restaurant on September 4, followed by its gallery and theatre later in autumn depending on the Government guidance at the time.
Jon added: "Everyone is affected by this virus and we're not expecting in any way that we are more special as a sector than anyone else, but it needs to be seen as a distinctive case that can't be lumped in with the rest of the hospitality sector.
"It is worth billions of pounds to the economy and supports hundreds of thousands of jobs. To see that eroded will be devastating and may take generations to recover."
Julia Fawcett OBE, chief executive of The Lowry Theatre and Arts Centre at Salford Quays, said the Culture Secretary's 'confusing' announcement this week had left her feeling lower than she had for a long time.
(Image: Mark Waugh Manchester Press Photography Ltd)
"Every time you hear something is coming out, you get so optimistic and excited because you think they have obviously been working hard behind the scenes on this, they will have something concrete and we're all going to be able to get cracking," she said.
"It isn't even a road map, let's face it, it's a set of aspirations with absolutely no definitive guidance or advice for us here in the sector.
"They have to recognise it's going to take us time to be able to get things moving and to get audiences back in. It all has to be tempered with a big dose of reality and practicality - dates, and a package of support, if there's going to be one - to get things going again.
"Anything that relies on social distancing isn't financially sustainable. We need clear guidance.
"Within months of that, I'm absolutely certain that the great sector we have got, and particularly in Greater Manchester, will be up and running again and on top of our game."
Let's get our City Back To Life We've launched our City Back To Life campaign to champion Greater Manchester’s hospitality, culture and leisure sectors as they carefully start to ease out of lockdown. We’ve created a FREE listings platform for businesses to advertise that they’re open, in partnership with InYourArea and its I Am Open project. It couldn’t be easier to add your business - just fill out the form here. Your free listing will be displayed in an interactive widget in all our What’s On content, putting it in front of millions of readers a day, who’ll be able to search for places open near them by entering their postcode. We also pledge to keep a spotlight on the struggles of theatres, nightclubs, music venues and other establishments not able to safely resume their normal activities yet, and campaign for the support they still need.
The five stage plan has been outlined as follows:
Rehearsal and training, with no audiences and adhering to social distancing guidelines Performances for broadcast and recording purposes, adhering to social distancing guidelines Performances outdoors with an audience plus pilots for indoor performances with a limited distance audience Performances allowed indoors/outdoors (but with a limited distanced audience indoors) Performances allowed indoors/outdoors (with a fuller audience indoors)
Mr Dowden said: “I desperately want to raise the curtain on live performances in theatres and music venues as soon as we can – they are the soul of our nation and a lynchpin of our world beating creative industries.
“We know the challenges – theatres must be full to make money, and performers need to be safe on stage as they sing, dance and play instruments – but I am determined to ensure the performing arts do not stay closed longer than is absolutely necessary to protect public health.”
He added: “I know the public wants its theatres open, our brilliant performers want to go back to work, and we will do all we can to get them fully back up and running.
“Our roadmap provides a clear pathway back.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-27--Kym Marsh had 'lump' checked after concerned fans spotted it in Instagram photo

Corrie favourite Kym Marsh has reassured fans after receiving a flurry of concerned messages about a 'lump ' in her armpit .
The actress and TV presenter shared a picture of herself as she raise a kettlebell during her workout , and many followers pointed out that they could see what they thought was a lump .
`` Lump get it checked , '' said one .
`` You have a lump in your armpit , '' said another .
Kym , 44 , said it was muscle but went to get it checked out anyway , and she later @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guys know ... after the recent photo and people ’ s concerns over the 'lump ' in my armpit , I went and had it checked anyway , '' she explained .
`` It ’ s all good guys and is just a bit of inflammation to a muscle . ''
Showing her appreciation she wrote : `` Thank you all for your concern xxx '' Kym , who is presenting the BBC One consumer show Your Money and Your Life with Watchdog and Rogue Traders presenter Matt Allwright , looked incredible as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 40 . '
The grandmother of one , who played Michelle Connor in Coronation Street until last year , wowed as showed off her abs in a vibrant green 'mum in training ' crop top worn with coral shorts and navy trainers .
`` 5k run in the park followed by a cheeky kettle bell session !
Bring on summer fitness !
!
!
# fitoverforty , '' she wrote .
Helen Flanagan , who plays Rosie Webster in the soap , pushed the button on flame emojis .
And one fan praised @ @ @ @ @ @ @ those abs Kym , impressive . ''

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Corrie favourite Kym Marsh has reassured fans after receiving a flurry of concerned messages about a 'lump' in her armpit.
The actress and TV presenter shared a picture of herself as she raise a kettlebell during her workout, and many followers pointed out that they could see what they thought was a lump.
"Lump get it checked," said one.
"You have a lump in your armpit," said another.
Kym, 44, said it was muscle but went to get it checked out anyway, and she later updated fans.
"Just so you guys know... after the recent photo and people’s concerns over the 'lump' in my armpit, I went and had it checked anyway," she explained.
"It’s all good guys and is just a bit of inflammation to a muscle."
Showing her appreciation she wrote: "Thank you all for your concern xxx"
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Kym, who is presenting the BBC One consumer show Your Money and Your Life with Watchdog and Rogue Traders presenter Matt Allwright, looked incredible as she showed how to be 'fit over 40.'
The grandmother of one, who played Michelle Connor in Coronation Street until last year, wowed as showed off her abs in a vibrant green 'mum in training' crop top worn with coral shorts and navy trainers.
"5k run in the park followed by a cheeky kettle bell session! Bring on summer fitness!!! #fitoverforty," she wrote.
Helen Flanagan, who plays Rosie Webster in the soap, pushed the button on flame emojis.
And one fan praised: "Could grate some cheese on those abs Kym, impressive."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-27--Alan Shearer explains why Bruno Fernandes has transformed Manchester United

Former Newcastle player Alan Shearer has explained how Bruno Fernandes has transformed Manchester United since he joined the club .
The Portugal international has been United ’ s outstanding player since making the move to Old Trafford from Sporting Lisbon in January .
His form before football ’ s three-month hiatus saw him win the Premier League ’ s player of the month award for February , and he has picked up where he left off since the top tier ’ s restart .
Fernandes has received plaudits for his link up with Paul Pogba in particular , with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ games against Tottenham and Sheffield United .
And speaking to the BBC ahead of United 's FA Cup quarter-final against Norwich City , Shearer went into detail on how Fernandes has helped United find a new level .
“ He has made a huge difference , ” Shearer said .
“ We were well aware of how Man United would like to play , they ’ re a counter-attacking team , and they were very good at it with the pace that they have .
“ But this guy has brought so much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ safe team , they didn ’ t have that midfielder to unlock the defence of teams , when they wish to sit deep in numbers , they didn ’ t have anyone to produce that killer pass .
“ This is the difference now .
They used to go right , push it along and teams can get numbers back .
Now , he can produce the killer pass and the risky pass .
“ He ’ s had 10 starts , he ’ s got four goals himself and four assists , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pick out .
“ He keeps everything flowing and moving forward , and he ’ s making the players ahead of him better players .
They ’ re creating more chances , they ’ re scoring more goals because of this .
“ He pings it in and fizzes it in , and that ’ s what you want as a forward .
He ’ s added so much more going forward to Manchester United because of that vision .
“ For a centre-forward , it ’ s brilliant because when you ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the ball to be delivered , and if it ’ s not you perhaps stop making them .
“ Now he ’ s got so many options ahead of him because of that .
”

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Former Newcastle player Alan Shearer has explained how Bruno Fernandes has transformed Manchester United since he joined the club.
The Portugal international has been United’s outstanding player since making the move to Old Trafford from Sporting Lisbon in January.
His form before football’s three-month hiatus saw him win the Premier League’s player of the month award for February, and he has picked up where he left off since the top tier’s restart.
Fernandes has received plaudits for his link up with Paul Pogba in particular, with the pair proving influential in United’s games against Tottenham and Sheffield United.
And speaking to the BBC ahead of United's FA Cup quarter-final against Norwich City, Shearer went into detail on how Fernandes has helped United find a new level.
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“He has made a huge difference,” Shearer said. “We were well aware of how Man United would like to play, they’re a counter-attacking team, and they were very good at it with the pace that they have.
“But this guy has brought so much class going forward. They were a safe team, they didn’t have that midfielder to unlock the defence of teams, when they wish to sit deep in numbers, they didn’t have anyone to produce that killer pass.
“This is the difference now. They used to go right, push it along and teams can get numbers back. Now, he can produce the killer pass and the risky pass.
“He’s had 10 starts, he’s got four goals himself and four assists, because of the class passes he can pick out.
“He keeps everything flowing and moving forward, and he’s making the players ahead of him better players. They’re creating more chances, they’re scoring more goals because of this.
“He pings it in and fizzes it in, and that’s what you want as a forward. He’s added so much more going forward to Manchester United because of that vision.
“For a centre-forward, it’s brilliant because when you’re making those runs, you want the ball to be delivered, and if it’s not you perhaps stop making them.
“Now he’s got so many options ahead of him because of that.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-27--National Lottery results draw LIVE: Winning Lotto numbers for Saturday June 27

We 've had miserable weather today but thankfully there is something to look forward to - the National Lottery .
But it 's not just any old draw as this Saturday evening 's game , which is the last game in June , is a Must be Won .
And there 's a jackpot worth £15million following Wednesday 's £12.8m draw .
But even if you do n't take home the top prize , there 's still a lot of money to be won because it could be a jackpot rolldown .
If no one matches all six main numbers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then the jackpot will be shared by all cash winners , so they ’ ll win an even bigger prize .
For example , that could mean winning £100 for matching three main numbers instead of £30 .
But to be in with the chance of bagging that cash you 'll need to purchase your ticket and pick your lucky numbers before the cut off point at 7.30pm .
To win tonight 's impressive jackpot you 'll need to match all six numbers on your card .
You can play online on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be announcing the numbers for tonight 's Lotto and Thunderball draw below as soon as the results are in .

We've had miserable weather today but thankfully there is something to look forward to - the National Lottery.
But it's not just any old draw as this Saturday evening's game, which is the last game in June, is a Must be Won.
And there's a jackpot worth £15million following Wednesday's £12.8m draw.
But even if you don't take home the top prize, there's still a lot of money to be won because it could be a jackpot rolldown.
If no one matches all six main numbers in a Must Be Won draw, then the jackpot will be shared by all cash winners, so they’ll win an even bigger prize.
For example, that could mean winning £100 for matching three main numbers instead of £30.
But to be in with the chance of bagging that cash you'll need to purchase your ticket and pick your lucky numbers before the cut off point at 7.30pm.
To win tonight's impressive jackpot you'll need to match all six numbers on your card.
You can play online on the National Lottery website for £2.
We will be announcing the numbers for tonight's Lotto and Thunderball draw below as soon as the results are in.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-27--A former alcohol dependency building in Oldham is being turned into a pub

An abandoned office building in Oldham town centre is being turned into a speciality beer bar by an award-winning local landlady .
The site on Greaves Street used to house an alcohol and drug dependency service - but now it will be turned into a small two-storey pub .
The Fox and Pine Tap will have around eight real ale hand pumps , eight ciders , and four speciality craft beers , as well as a state-of-the-art gin mixer tap .
Owner Michelle Riley , who is also behind the Cob and Coal market bar , hopes to be ready @ @ @ @ @ @ @ July .
The Cob and Coal was recently crowned Cider Pub of the Year by the Rochdale , Oldham and Bury branch of CAMRA , and when she was in charge of the Tandle Hill Tavern it was named pub of the year at the Manchester Food and Drink Festival Awards .
She also set up Facebook group The Isolation Inn , a virtual pub with more than 30,000 members that organises quiz nights and has helped people to stay connected throughout lockdown .
Her new site sits in an area near the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Oldham Council for regeneration .
It 's hoped that the streets around Union Street will become recognised as Oldham 's 'Independent Quarter ' , a modern high street that will attract visitors and boost the local offering .
The building , originally a grocer 's shop in the 1800s , was vacant until Michelle began to turn it into her 70-cover pub ( subject to social distancing rules ) .
She said : `` I think it will be great for Oldham - it 's just off the tram .
`` It often @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the tram and going into Rochdale for a night out - we want to stop that . ''
The Fox and Pine Tap is expected to open later this summer .

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An abandoned office building in Oldham town centre is being turned into a speciality beer bar by an award-winning local landlady.
The site on Greaves Street used to house an alcohol and drug dependency service - but now it will be turned into a small two-storey pub.
The Fox and Pine Tap will have around eight real ale hand pumps, eight ciders, and four speciality craft beers, as well as a state-of-the-art gin mixer tap.
Owner Michelle Riley, who is also behind the Cob and Coal market bar, hopes to be ready to welcome customers from the end of July.
The Cob and Coal was recently crowned Cider Pub of the Year by the Rochdale, Oldham and Bury branch of CAMRA, and when she was in charge of the Tandle Hill Tavern it was named pub of the year at the Manchester Food and Drink Festival Awards.
She also set up Facebook group The Isolation Inn, a virtual pub with more than 30,000 members that organises quiz nights and has helped people to stay connected throughout lockdown.
Her new site sits in an area near the town hall that's been targeted by Oldham Council for regeneration.
It's hoped that the streets around Union Street will become recognised as Oldham's 'Independent Quarter', a modern high street that will attract visitors and boost the local offering.
The building, originally a grocer's shop in the 1800s, was vacant until Michelle began to turn it into her 70-cover pub (subject to social distancing rules).
She said: "I think it will be great for Oldham - it's just off the tram.
"It often feels like people are bypassing Oldham on the tram and going into Rochdale for a night out - we want to stop that."
The Fox and Pine Tap is expected to open later this summer.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--Inside Love Island winners Paige Turley and Finley Tapp's new Manchester home

Love Island winners Paige Turley and Finley Tapp recently relocated to Manchester after finding love on the ITV2 dating show , and they 've given fans a glimpse inside their new pad .
The couple are getting to know the city after moving into a three-bedroom apartment which boast city views with floor-to-ceiling windows .
`` Sooo it ’ s official ..
I moved to Manchester with R kid !
! ''
Paige announced excitedly on her Instagram .
The Scottish singer filmed the view from their flat as the rain poured down - and she poked fun at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seen like four different seasons in the one day in Manchester .
What 's that all about ? ''
Paige , 22 , has been keeping up with her fitness regime in lockdown , posting a video of herself doing pilates .
And footballer Finley , 20 , says his days at the moment are spent exploring 'Manny . '
Paige and Finn took the the next step after striking up a romance on the first winter edition of Love Island and moved in together six months after their win .
The couple @ @ @ @ @ @ @ falling for each other while sharing a villa in Cape Town , South Africa .
After spending lockdown at Paige 's parents in West Lothian , Scotland , the couple snapped up their own swanky pad in Manchester .
Manchester was the ideal choice because it 's halfway between both their parents homes , with Finn hailing from Milton Keynes .
And they were encouraged to move here by other Love Islanders who have also relocated to Mancherster .
Olivia Attwood , a former Motorsport Grid Girl from Surrey , moved here with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Last year 2018 contestants Ellie Brown , from Newcastle , Kendall Rae Knight , from Blackpool , and Stephanie Lam from Hertfordshire moved in together in Hale .
And Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury , who were finalists last summer , moved in together in Ancoats after falling in love and winning hearts on the show .
They have since moved into a new home to make a fresh start following the tragedy of losing their pet puppy Mr Chai who passed away days after arriving as a gift for Molly-Mae 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hertfordshire , moved to Manchester before finding fame on the show because it 's 'like a mini London . '
`` For the apartments , properties and pricing in Manchester the price would nearly triple in London , '' an insider told us about Molly-Mae 's decision to live here .
`` The nightlife and restaurant bar scene is quite a pull up here also as there is always so much going on . ''

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Love Island winners Paige Turley and Finley Tapp recently relocated to Manchester after finding love on the ITV2 dating show, and they've given fans a glimpse inside their new pad.
The couple are getting to know the city after moving into a three-bedroom apartment which boast city views with floor-to-ceiling windows.
"Sooo it’s official .. I moved to Manchester with R kid!!" Paige announced excitedly on her Instagram.
The Scottish singer filmed the view from their flat as the rain poured down - and she poked fun at the Manchester weather.
(Image: Paige Turley Instagram)
"I thought Scotland's weather was bad," she joked.
"Mate we have seen like four different seasons in the one day in Manchester. What's that all about?"
Paige, 22, has been keeping up with her fitness regime in lockdown, posting a video of herself doing pilates.
And footballer Finley, 20, says his days at the moment are spent exploring 'Manny.'
(Image: Finley Tapp)
Paige and Finn took the the next step after striking up a romance on the first winter edition of Love Island and moved in together six months after their win.
The couple emerged as champions of Love Island after falling for each other while sharing a villa in Cape Town, South Africa.
After spending lockdown at Paige's parents in West Lothian, Scotland, the couple snapped up their own swanky pad in Manchester.
Manchester was the ideal choice because it's halfway between both their parents homes, with Finn hailing from Milton Keynes.
(Image: ITV)
And they were encouraged to move here by other Love Islanders who have also relocated to Mancherster.
Olivia Attwood, a former Motorsport Grid Girl from Surrey, moved here with her Blackburn Rovers footballer fiance Bradley Dack.
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Last year 2018 contestants Ellie Brown, from Newcastle, Kendall Rae Knight, from Blackpool, and Stephanie Lam from Hertfordshire moved in together in Hale.
And Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury, who were finalists last summer, moved in together in Ancoats after falling in love and winning hearts on the show. They have since moved into a new home to make a fresh start following the tragedy of losing their pet puppy Mr Chai who passed away days after arriving as a gift for Molly-Mae's 21st birthday.
Molly-Mae, originally from Hertfordshire, moved to Manchester before finding fame on the show because it's 'like a mini London.'
"For the apartments, properties and pricing in Manchester the price would nearly triple in London," an insider told us about Molly-Mae's decision to live here.
"The nightlife and restaurant bar scene is quite a pull up here also as there is always so much going on."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--LIVE: M61 closed after 'serious collision' with air ambulance at scene

Traffic has been stopped on the M61 near Bolton following a serious crash .
Police officers and paramedics have rushed @ @ @ @ @ incident near Junction 8 and Junction 6 on the southbound carriageway .
In a tweet @ @ @ @ @ England warned drivers away from the motorway and said all lanes were closed .
They @ @ @ @ @ southbound at J8 ( Chorley , A674 , A6 ) to J6 ( BoltonNorth.Horwich , @ @ @ @ @ temporarily stopped due to a serious collision .
`` Traffic Officers , Lancashire Road Police @ @ @ @ @ the North West Motorway Police and North West Ambulance Service are currently at the scene @ @ @ @ @ first reported at around 1.05pm and is causing long delays for drivers .
Follow live @ @ @ @ @ ...

The M61 was shut for horus near Bolton following a serious crash.
Police officers and paramedics rushed to the scene of the incident near Junction 8 and Junction 6 on the southbound carriageway just before 1pm.
In a tweet, a spokesman for Highways England warned drivers away from the motorway and said all lanes were closed. They later shut the motorway's southbound carriageway until 5.30pm.
They said: "The M61 southbound at J8 (Chorley, A674, A6) to J6 (BoltonNorth.Horwich,A6027) traffic has been temporarily stopped due to a serious collision.
"Traffic Officers, Lancashire Road Police, GMP Traffic Unit, the North West Motorway Police and North West Ambulance Service are currently at the scene."
Lancashire Police have been contacted for a comment.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--Man detained after climbing on scaffolding in city centre

A man has been detained under the mental health act after he climbed a piece of scaffolding in Manchester city @ @ @ @ @ and ambulance crews were called to Wilmslow Road at around 7.50pm on Saturday ( 27 @ @ @ @ @ Whitworth Park , to reports of a concern for welfare .
A police cordon was @ @ @ @ @ officers were called to the scene to negotiate with the man , before bringing him @ @ @ @ @ was later detained under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act and taken to hospital @ @ @ @ @ not believed to have been injured , and has since been discharged .
In a @ @ @ @ @ `` Police were called at 7.50pm on Saturday 28 June 2020 to reports of concern @ @ @ @ @ man stood on scaffolding on Wilmslow Road in Manchester .
`` Specialist officers attended and @ @ @ @ @ was later detained under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act and taken to hospital @ @ @ @ @ discharged .

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A man has been detained under the mental health act after he climbed a piece of scaffolding in Manchester city centre.
Several police cars and ambulance crews were called to Wilmslow Road at around 7.50pm on Saturday (27 June) night, near Whitworth Park, to reports of a concern for welfare.
A police cordon was put in place as special officers were called to the scene to negotiate with the man, before bringing him to safety.
The man was later detained under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act and taken to hospital for treatment.
He was not believed to have been injured, and has since been discharged.
In a statement, GMP said: "Police were called at 7.50pm on Saturday 28 June 2020 to reports of concern for the welfare of a man stood on scaffolding on Wilmslow Road in Manchester.
"Specialist officers attended and engaged with the man who was later detained under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act and taken to hospital. He has since been discharged.
"No injuries were reported."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--Manchester United news and transfers LIVE

Manchester United will now turn their attentions to Tuesday night and the Premier League clash with Brighton , after battling @ @ @ @ @ in the FA Cup quarter-final on Saturday .
United clinched a 2-1 win in extra @ @ @ @ @ Maguire , who netted late in the game after Todd Cantwell 's long range strike @ @ @ @ @ Odion Ighalo .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made a number of changes to his team but @ @ @ @ @ players like Marcus Rashford , Paul Pogba and Anthony Martial to get the victory .
@ @ @ @ @ United are still pursuing a move for Jadon Sancho .
Solskjaer was asked about Sancho @ @ @ @ @ to rule out a transfer for the Borussia Dortmund who , MEN Sport understands , @ @ @ @ @ United going into the summer window .
Stay tuned for all the latest United news @ @ @ @ @ live blog below .

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Manchester United will now turn their attentions to Tuesday night and the Premier League clash with Brighton, after battling hard to overcome Norwich City in the FA Cup quarter-final on Saturday.
United clinched a 2-1 win in extra time thanks to captain Harry Maguire, who netted late in the game after Todd Cantwell's long range strike cancelled out another goal from Odion Ighalo.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made a number of changes to his team but was forced to bring on players like Marcus Rashford, Paul Pogba and Anthony Martial to get the victory.
On the transfer front, United are still pursuing a move for Jadon Sancho. Solskjaer was asked about Sancho in a recent interview refused to rule out a transfer for the Borussia Dortmund who, MEN Sport understands, is a top target for United going into the summer window.
Recap the latest United news from our daily blog below.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--Man Utd fans hijack Harry Maguire tweet to Anthony Martial after Norwich

Harry Maguire has jokingly thanked Anthony Martial for inadvertently setting him up for Manchester United ’ s winner against Norwich City .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ’ s side booked their place in the semi-finals of the FA Cup after finally overcoming the Canaries at Carrow Road on Saturday .
The game looked to be heading for penalties as the clocked ticked down in extra time , after Todd Cantwell had equalised following Odion Ighalo ’ s opener .
But , in the 118th minute , United finally found a way through to the last four as Maguire hooked home – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in slightly fortuitous circumstances .
Martial had looked to try and poke the ball home , but his miscue bounced back off Norwich defender Ben Godfrey and into the path of the United captain for him to score and send the visitors through .
After the game , Martial took to Twitter to congratulate Maguire on the goal , and shared a joke about the part he played in it .
Maguire was quick with his reply , responding : “ Thanks mate , I appreciate the pass.
” United fans were quick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ share their own reactions as well .
Here 's what they said : United now go into the hat for the semi-finals , with the three remaining teams set to be decided on Sunday .
Sheffield United take on Arsenal ( 1pm ) , while Leicester City face Chelsea ( 4pm ) and Newcastle United host Manchester City ( 6.30pm ) for the chance to join Solskjaer ’ s side in the last four .
The draw for the semi-finals will be made later this evening , during half-time of the tie at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should take place just after 7.15pm .
The semi-finals will be played at Wembley on the weekend of July 18-19 , while the final is scheduled for August 1 .
The ball numbers for the draw are as follows :

Harry Maguire has jokingly thanked Anthony Martial for inadvertently setting him up for Manchester United’s winner against Norwich City.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side booked their place in the semi-finals of the FA Cup after finally overcoming the Canaries at Carrow Road on Saturday.
The game looked to be heading for penalties as the clocked ticked down in extra time, after Todd Cantwell had equalised following Odion Ighalo’s opener.
But, in the 118th minute, United finally found a way through to the last four as Maguire hooked home – although the ball did fall to him in slightly fortuitous circumstances.
Martial had looked to try and poke the ball home, but his miscue bounced back off Norwich defender Ben Godfrey and into the path of the United captain for him to score and send the visitors through.
After the game, Martial took to Twitter to congratulate Maguire on the goal, and shared a joke about the part he played in it.
Martial wrote: “Good goal Harry Maguire, with an amazing assist.”
Maguire was quick with his reply, responding: “Thanks mate, I appreciate the pass.”
United fans were quick to jump on the interaction, and share their own reactions as well.
Here's what they said:
United now go into the hat for the semi-finals, with the three remaining teams set to be decided on Sunday.
Sheffield United take on Arsenal (1pm), while Leicester City face Chelsea (4pm) and Newcastle United host Manchester City (6.30pm) for the chance to join Solskjaer’s side in the last four.
The draw for the semi-finals will be made later this evening, during half-time of the tie at St James’ Park, meaning it should take place just after 7.15pm. The semi-finals will be played at Wembley on the weekend of July 18-19, while the final is scheduled for August 1.
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The ball numbers for the draw are as follows:


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--Gunshots fired in Manchester street

Gunshots fired in Manchester street

A number of vehicles were found damaged after reports of gunshots fired last night in Manchester .
A police investigation was underway today and detectives are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward .
Enquiries are focused on the Dantzic Street area just outside Manchester city centre .
Detectives said they want to hear from anyone who saw people acting suspiciously or vehicles travelling out of Dantzic Street towards Corporation Street and Red Bank .
Police were called to Dantzic Street at 10.55pm on Saturday night .
No exact location has been revealed by GMP .
There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leads on to Collyhurst Road in north Manchester .
Police said 'evidence of a firearms discharge ' was discovered at the scene .
In a statement on Sunday , GMP said : `` Police are appealing for information following a firearms discharge overnight in north Manchester .
`` Officers were called at around 10.55pm on Saturday to reports of gunshot sounds on Dantzic Street in Manchester .
`` On arrival , officers found evidence of a firearms discharge and damaged to some vehicles in the vicinity .
`` No injuries were reported and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Enquiries are ongoing and detectives are appealing to the public to contact them with any information .
Detective Inspector Claire Moss said : `` I am appealing to anyone who may have heard or saw anything suspicious on the night in question to contact police with any information they have - no matter how small or insignificant they may perceive it to be .
`` We particularly want people who were in the area to think back to whether they were aware of any people acting suspiciously or if there were any vehicles @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Road or Red Bank that may have raised concern .
`` Incidents like this are likely to concern to the local community and extra high-visibility officers will be in the area at this time to reassure the public . ''
Details can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 .

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A number of vehicles were found damaged after reports of gunshots fired last night in Manchester.
A police investigation was underway today and detectives are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
Enquiries are focused on the Dantzic Street area just outside Manchester city centre.
Detectives said they want to hear from anyone who saw people acting suspiciously or vehicles travelling out of Dantzic Street towards Corporation Street and Red Bank.
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Police were called to Dantzic Street at 10.55pm on Saturday night.
No exact location has been revealed by GMP. There are no reported injuries.
Dantzic Street leads on to Collyhurst Road in north Manchester.
Police said 'evidence of a firearms discharge' was discovered at the scene.
In a statement on Sunday, GMP said: "Police are appealing for information following a firearms discharge overnight in north Manchester.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
"Officers were called at around 10.55pm on Saturday to reports of gunshot sounds on Dantzic Street in Manchester.
"On arrival, officers found evidence of a firearms discharge and damaged to some vehicles in the vicinity.
"No injuries were reported and no arrests have been made.
"Enquiries are ongoing and detectives are appealing to the public to contact them with any information.
Detective Inspector Claire Moss said: "I am appealing to anyone who may have heard or saw anything suspicious on the night in question to contact police with any information they have - no matter how small or insignificant they may perceive it to be.
"We particularly want people who were in the area to think back to whether they were aware of any people acting suspiciously or if there were any vehicles travelling out of Dantzic Street towards Corporation Road or Red Bank that may have raised concern.
"Incidents like this are likely to concern to the local community and extra high-visibility officers will be in the area at this time to reassure the public."
Call police on 0161 856 1146.
Details can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--PM says it will be compulsory for kids to go back to school in September

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said it will be compulsory for children to return to school in September this year .
Mr Johnson admitted that schools being shut since March with the majority of pupils being taught online had been a `` massive problem '' .
Speaking to the Mail on Sunday , the PM said : `` We need to get the kids back into school .
I want all pupils back in school in September . ''
Asked whether it would be compulsory , Mr Johnson replied : `` Yes .
It ’ s the law . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the wider reopening of schools over safety risks , saying they should `` take their responsibilities seriously '' .
In a message to the unions , Mr Johnson said : `` It ’ s the kids from the poorer families who aren ’ t going back , and so you are entrenching social injustice . ''
The Prime Minister 's confirmation comes after the Education Secretary last week promised to get children back to school by September .
Gavin Williamson said they will achieve this by doubling the 15-students limit on class sizes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ requirements for teachers to enforce the new ‘ one metre plus ’ social distancing measure - which comes into force from July 4 .
Mr Williamson has faced wide criticism over his U-turn to get all primary schoolchildren back to the classroom for four weeks before the end of the summer term , which was the initial plan set out by the government .
However these rules apply only to England , as education is devolved by the separate governments in Wales , Scotland , and Northern Ireland .

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Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said it will be compulsory for children to return to school in September this year.
Mr Johnson admitted that schools being shut since March with the majority of pupils being taught online had been a "massive problem".
Speaking to the Mail on Sunday, the PM said: "We need to get the kids back into school. I want all pupils back in school in September."
Asked whether it would be compulsory, Mr Johnson replied: "Yes. It’s the law."
He addressed teaching unions who had opposed the wider reopening of schools over safety risks, saying they should "take their responsibilities seriously".
In a message to the unions, Mr Johnson said: "It’s the kids from the poorer families who aren’t going back, and so you are entrenching social injustice."
The Prime Minister's confirmation comes after the Education Secretary last week promised to get children back to school by September.
Gavin Williamson said they will achieve this by doubling the 15-students limit on class sizes in primary schools, and by ditching requirements for teachers to enforce the new ‘one metre plus’ social distancing measure - which comes into force from July 4.
Mr Williamson has faced wide criticism over his U-turn to get all primary schoolchildren back to the classroom for four weeks before the end of the summer term, which was the initial plan set out by the government.
However these rules apply only to England, as education is devolved by the separate governments in Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--Images of yesteryear Manchester revealed in lockdown trip down memory lane

The sights and style of Manchester and its suburbs from times past .
A new digital project is bringing yesteryear back to life through photographs of the city and its surrounding areas as they once were .
As lockdown lingers on , minds for many hark back to childhood days .
And now every Monday , the public are being treated to a collection of images of their areas over the years , from Gorton to Beswick , Withington to Wythenshawe .
From long-lost streets to famous shop fronts , the photos allow those of a certain age to remember @ @ @ @ @ @ @ And for younger eyes , the project aims to spark debate and learning around Manchester 's history .
Many of the images have n't been seen before and some pre-date generations alive today .
Archives+ is a showcase and repository for archives and family history based at Manchester Central Library , bringing together regional and national collections of documents , photographs and films to help satisfy a growing demand for accessible community history and personal heritage .
It 's memory box project - with new images available and released online every Monday - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The images show what Spinningfields in the city centre looked like in the early 70s .
Manchester Royal Infirmary is shown , at its former home in Piccadilly .
There 's also brilliant images of Canal Street and Manchester landmarks including Belle Vue Zoological Gardens and Gorton Baths .
Siobhan O'Connor , community officer for heritage and archives , Manchester city council , said that although lockdown was beginning to ease , many still felt isolated from their loved ones .
The project is aimed at discovering family history , looking back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ home during lockdown , rediscovering cherished memories .
`` When lockdown first began in March , we needed to think about how we could continue to support local communities via our digital platforms while libraries are temporarily closed , '' Siobhan said .
`` A few years ago , Archives+ had produced a physical collection of memory boxes , which were sent out to Manchester libraries to supplement our local history offer within local communities .
`` We thought this could also work really well in digital form and would help to give @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s history , by looking back at the area where they grew up , bringing to light childhood memories and maybe uncovering some hidden gems in their family 's stories .
`` Sharing memories of days gone by can bring families closer together , listening to elderly relatives can be a comfort for families as they gain an insight into their life stories . ''
Images of Withington , Beswick and Bradford , Gorton , Wythenshawe , Levenshulme , Cheetham Hill and Manchester city centre have all been published so far .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ virtually through the images - with grandparents sharing memories of days gone by to eager young minds .
The images are sourced from two photographic collections - The Manchester Local Image Collection , which contains more than 80,000 images and prints , and the Town Hall Photographers ' Collection , which has over 200,000 .
Councillor Luthfur Rahman , the council 's executive member for skills , culture and leisure said : `` This is a brilliant example of the creativity of our library staff and another great way to engage Manchester residents @ @ @ @ @ @ @ materials we hold on their behalf .
`` The memory boxes are helping people to share stories and connect across generations , which is so important and beneficial for older and younger people alike . ''
To find out more about the project , go to the Archives+ blog www.manchesterarchiveplus.wordpress.com .

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Take a lockdown trip down memory lane.
The sights and style of Manchester and its suburbs from times past.
A new digital project is bringing yesteryear back to life through photographs of the city and its surrounding areas as they once were.
As lockdown lingers on, minds for many hark back to childhood days.
And now every Monday, the public are being treated to a collection of images of their areas over the years, from Gorton to Beswick, Withington to Wythenshawe.
(Image: MCC)
From long-lost streets to famous shop fronts, the photos allow those of a certain age to remember what life was like growing up.
And for younger eyes, the project aims to spark debate and learning around Manchester's history.
Many of the images haven't been seen before and some pre-date generations alive today.
(Image: MCC)
Archives+ is a showcase and repository for archives and family history based at Manchester Central Library, bringing together regional and national collections of documents, photographs and films to help satisfy a growing demand for accessible community history and personal heritage.
It's memory box project - with new images available and released online every Monday - is now proving to be hugely popular.
The images show what Spinningfields in the city centre looked like in the early 70s.
(Image: MCC)
Manchester Royal Infirmary is shown, at its former home in Piccadilly.
There's also brilliant images of Canal Street and Manchester landmarks including Belle Vue Zoological Gardens and Gorton Baths.
Siobhan O'Connor, community officer for heritage and archives, Manchester city council, said that although lockdown was beginning to ease, many still felt isolated from their loved ones.
The project is aimed at discovering family history, looking back at areas and for many trapped at home during lockdown, rediscovering cherished memories.
(Image: MCC)
"When lockdown first began in March, we needed to think about how we could continue to support local communities via our digital platforms while libraries are temporarily closed," Siobhan said.
"A few years ago, Archives+ had produced a physical collection of memory boxes, which were sent out to Manchester libraries to supplement our local history offer within local communities.
"We thought this could also work really well in digital form and would help to give people access to discovering their family’s history, by looking back at the area where they grew up, bringing to light childhood memories and maybe uncovering some hidden gems in their family's stories.
(Image: MCC)
"Sharing memories of days gone by can bring families closer together, listening to elderly relatives can be a comfort for families as they gain an insight into their life stories."
Images of Withington, Beswick and Bradford, Gorton, Wythenshawe, Levenshulme, Cheetham Hill and Manchester city centre have all been published so far.
The council hopes generations can connect and learn virtually through the images - with grandparents sharing memories of days gone by to eager young minds.
The images are sourced from two photographic collections - The Manchester Local Image Collection, which contains more than 80,000 images and prints, and the Town Hall Photographers' Collection, which has over 200,000.
Councillor Luthfur Rahman, the council's executive member for skills, culture and leisure said: "This is a brilliant example of the creativity of our library staff and another great way to engage Manchester residents with the rich collection of local archive materials we hold on their behalf.
"The memory boxes are helping people to share stories and connect across generations, which is so important and beneficial for older and younger people alike."
To find out more about the project, go to the Archives+ blog www.manchesterarchiveplus.wordpress.com.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--Man Utd fans go wild after Fernandes comments on Pogba post

Manchester United fans are delighted to see a partnership between Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba continue to develop after the Portuguese commented on the Frenchman 's Instagram post .
Fernandes was one of just three players who retained his place in the United starting 11 for the FA Cup quarter-final clash against Norwich on Saturday as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made wholesale changes to the side that comfortably defeated Sheffield United at Old Trafford .
Pogba was introduced off the bench but United struggled to create clear cut openings against a stubborn Canaries defence .
The breakthrough came deep into extra-time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ following a scuffed shot from Anthony Martial to secure United 's place in the semi-final of the competition .
The win extended Fernandes ' unbeaten streak at the club since joining from Sporting Lisbon in January even if the 25-year-old was n't at his usual brilliant best .
Pogba reacted to the win on Instagram , posting an image of his rabona cross with the caption : `` Ball is life . ''
Fernandes commented on his post saying : `` Five star skills , '' alongside a funny emoji .
United fans @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interacting and believe their strong relationship on and off the field is a massive positive for the club .
Prior to the game against Norwich , United coach Michael Carrick backed the duo to succeed alongside each other in the engine room .
He told ESPN : `` It is understandable why a lot of the questions are 'can they play together ' because they are two fantastic talents .
`` We feel we 've got a really good balance in midfield between all the lads really .
`` It is kind of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they play together ' because the other boys have done a terrific job and will have plenty to say as well .
`` Of course , the talk is about Bruno and Paul and I 'm sure they can play together .
That 's why they are both here at the club and I 'm sure they are looking forward to it .
But as Bruno and Paul would totally understand me saying , it is not just about them . ''

Manchester United fans are delighted to see a partnership between Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba continue to develop after the Portuguese commented on the Frenchman's Instagram post.
Fernandes was one of just three players who retained his place in the United starting 11 for the FA Cup quarter-final clash against Norwich on Saturday as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made wholesale changes to the side that comfortably defeated Sheffield United at Old Trafford.
Pogba was introduced off the bench but United struggled to create clear cut openings against a stubborn Canaries defence. The breakthrough came deep into extra-time when Harry Maguire fired past Tim Krul following a scuffed shot from Anthony Martial to secure United 's place in the semi-final of the competition.
The win extended Fernandes' unbeaten streak at the club since joining from Sporting Lisbon in January even if the 25-year-old wasn't at his usual brilliant best.
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Pogba reacted to the win on Instagram, posting an image of his rabona cross with the caption: "Ball is life."
Fernandes commented on his post saying: "Five star skills," alongside a funny emoji.
(Image: Instagram - Paul Pogba)
United fans love to see their two star midfielders interacting and believe their strong relationship on and off the field is a massive positive for the club.
Prior to the game against Norwich, United coach Michael Carrick backed the duo to succeed alongside each other in the engine room.
He told ESPN: " It is understandable why a lot of the questions are 'can they play together' because they are two fantastic talents.
"We feel we've got a really good balance in midfield between all the lads really.
"It is kind of unfair to single them out asking 'can they play together' because the other boys have done a terrific job and will have plenty to say as well.
"Of course, the talk is about Bruno and Paul and I'm sure they can play together. That's why they are both here at the club and I'm sure they are looking forward to it. But as Bruno and Paul would totally understand me saying, it is not just about them."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--The working parents who have relied on foodbanks during lockdown

A Greater Manchester mum who had to turn to a foodbank for help after her partner was furloughed from his job is calling for more support for working families .
The mum-of-two has spoken to the Manchester Evening News about the difficulties faced by parents who work , but are on a low income .
Her partner was furloughed when lockdown began , leaving a significant dent in their finances .
The family do not get free school meals , which meant they were not eligible for a food voucher scheme open to families in their borough who are .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a foodbank for help .
Now the mum , along with another mother who works full time as a teaching assistant , have chosen to speak to the M.E.N .
to highlight the difficulties faced by working families , who earn too much to qualify for help , but are still struggling on low incomes .
It comes after Manchester United star Marcus Rashford was successful in his campaign to get the government to extend a free meal voucher scheme over the school summer holidays , earlier this month .
He wrote a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ even though his mum worked around the clock to support the family , they still had to rely on breakfast clubs , free schools and the support of the people around them .
It 's a feeling the mum can relate to all too well .
The family , who live in Heywood , have two children aged one and four and do not get means tested free school meals .
It meant that they were not eligible for an emergency scheme which provided Aldi food vouchers of between £65 and £130 to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ school meals , which was funded by the government hardship fund and administered by Rochdale Council .
Instead , they turned to Heywood Foodbank to help feed their children after the dent in their finances started to take its toll .
The mum said : `` We have had no help whatsoever apart from the use of the Heywood Foodbank .
`` I ca n't thank them enough for what they do , and have done , throughout Covid-19 .
`` They were literally our only support network for meals on the table @ @ @ @ @ @ @ partner was furloughed .
We struggled as his wage was down .
`` The only help we had was the foodbank , who also gave us positive conversations each time we went .
`` It 's so unfair for the people who work as their children have no help .
You seem to get penalised for working .
`` I do think the Marcus Rashford school meal situation is good , but where is the support for the families like myself that get nothing ?
`` I do think it 's fantastic though @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but people who work like ourselves have zero support and our only help when it does get tough is the foodbank .
Read more of today 's stories here '' It does upset me that my children do n't get support such as school meals , all because their dad works .
`` Should n't we all get some support who have children ? ''
In his letter to the government , Marcus Rashford wrote : `` My story to get here is all-too-familiar for families in England .
My mum worked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sure we always had a good evening meal on the table .
`` But it was not enough .
The system was not built for families like mine to succeed , regardless of how hard my mum worked .
`` As a family , we relied on breakfast clubs , free school meals , and the kind actions of neighbours and coaches .
Food banks and soup kitchens were not alien to us .
`` I recall very clearly our visits to Northern Moor to collect our Christmas dinners every year .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ understand the enormous sacrifice my mum made in sending me away to live in digs aged 11 , a decision no mother would ever make lightly '' .
Another mother can relate to the sentiments expressed in Marcus ' letter .
She works full time as a teaching assistant , and does receive free schools meals .
She says her concern is for other working parents , whose incomes are low - particularly now if they have been furloughed - but not low enough to qualify for support with meals .
She said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ families who are working , but they do n't get anything .
`` Some of them need it more than other people , but are never getting anything .
It should be more available to more people .
`` I know some people who do n't work get the vouchers , and some people who are working get it , I just think it should be aimed at everyone , not just certain categories .
`` There are people out there working their socks off and they do n't seem to be any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ones who are often most struggling . ''

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A Greater Manchester mum who had to turn to a foodbank for help after her partner was furloughed from his job is calling for more support for working families.
The mum-of-two has spoken to the Manchester Evening News about the difficulties faced by parents who work, but are on a low income.
Her partner was furloughed when lockdown began, leaving a significant dent in their finances.
The family do not get free school meals, which meant they were not eligible for a food voucher scheme open to families in their borough who are.
Eventually, they had to turn to a foodbank for help.
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Now the mum, along with another mother who works full time as a teaching assistant, have chosen to speak to the M.E.N. to highlight the difficulties faced by working families, who earn too much to qualify for help, but are still struggling on low incomes.
It comes after Manchester United star Marcus Rashford was successful in his campaign to get the government to extend a free meal voucher scheme over the school summer holidays, earlier this month.
He wrote a powerful open letter to MPs describing how even though his mum worked around the clock to support the family, they still had to rely on breakfast clubs, free schools and the support of the people around them.
It's a feeling the mum can relate to all too well.
The family, who live in Heywood, have two children aged one and four and do not get means tested free school meals.
It meant that they were not eligible for an emergency scheme which provided Aldi food vouchers of between £65 and £130 to support families who do usually get free school meals, which was funded by the government hardship fund and administered by Rochdale Council.
Instead, they turned to Heywood Foodbank to help feed their children after the dent in their finances started to take its toll.
(Image: PA)
The mum said: "We have had no help whatsoever apart from the use of the Heywood Foodbank.
"I can't thank them enough for what they do, and have done, throughout Covid-19.
"They were literally our only support network for meals on the table when it was tough.
"My partner was furloughed. We struggled as his wage was down.
"The only help we had was the foodbank, who also gave us positive conversations each time we went.
"It's so unfair for the people who work as their children have no help. You seem to get penalised for working.
"I do think the Marcus Rashford school meal situation is good, but where is the support for the families like myself that get nothing?
"I do think it's fantastic though, as every child deserves good meals, but people who work like ourselves have zero support and our only help when it does get tough is the foodbank.
"It does upset me that my children don't get support such as school meals, all because their dad works.
"Shouldn't we all get some support who have children?"
In his letter to the government, Marcus Rashford wrote: "My story to get here is all-too-familiar for families in England. My mum worked full-time, earning minimum wage to make sure we always had a good evening meal on the table.
"But it was not enough. The system was not built for families like mine to succeed, regardless of how hard my mum worked.
"As a family, we relied on breakfast clubs, free school meals, and the kind actions of neighbours and coaches. Food banks and soup kitchens were not alien to us.
"I recall very clearly our visits to Northern Moor to collect our Christmas dinners every year. It’s only now that I really understand the enormous sacrifice my mum made in sending me away to live in digs aged 11, a decision no mother would ever make lightly".
Another mother can relate to the sentiments expressed in Marcus' letter.
She works full time as a teaching assistant, and does receive free schools meals.
She says her concern is for other working parents, whose incomes are low - particularly now if they have been furloughed - but not low enough to qualify for support with meals.
She said: "There are some low income families who are working, but they don't get anything.
"Some of them need it more than other people, but are never getting anything. It should be more available to more people.
"I know some people who don't work get the vouchers, and some people who are working get it, I just think it should be aimed at everyone, not just certain categories.
"There are people out there working their socks off and they don't seem to be any better off, and they are the ones who are often most struggling."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--Pictures: Man United players arrive at Carrington training centre

Man United players and staff were pictured arriving at the AON Training Complex this morning following yesterday 's FA Cup @ @ @ @ @ United players arrived at the club 's training complex in Carrington this morning after booking @ @ @ @ @ Cup semi-finals .
The Reds were taken to extra time against Norwich at Carrow Road @ @ @ @ @ Maguire goal gave them a hard-earned 2-1 victory and a trip to Wembley .
They @ @ @ @ @ before their next match - another long journey - to play Brighton and Hove Albion @ @ @ @ @ Tuesday night .
Having made eight changes for the Norwich match , more changes will @ @ @ @ @ United continue to challenge for a place in the top four .
See pictures of @ @ @ @ @ the AON Training Complex below - pictures by Eamonn and James Clarke .

Man United players and staff were pictured arriving at the AON Training Complex this morning following yesterday's FA Cup quarter-final victory over Norwich
Manchester United players arrived at the club's training complex in Carrington this morning after booking their place in the FA Cup semi-finals.
The Reds were taken to extra time against Norwich at Carrow Road, but a late Harry Maguire goal gave them a hard-earned 2-1 victory and a trip to Wembley.
They now face a quick turnaround before their next match - another long journey - to play Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League on Tuesday night.
Having made eight changes for the Norwich match, more changes will be expected on Tuesday as United continue to challenge for a place in the top four.
See pictures of this morning's arrivals at the AON Training Complex below - pictures by Eamonn and James Clarke.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--Primary school takes action after pupil tests positive for Covid-19

A student at a primary school has tested positive for the coronavirus .
This week , parents were told that a pupil at Cobbs Brow Primary School , Skelmersdale , had been tested for the virus after showing symptoms .
Now , the school has confirmed that the youngster did register a positive test and has sent a letter out to parents to explain the situation , Lancs Live reports .
While the pupil had been attending school , they had only been in childcare and not in the classroom 'bubbles ' that have been set up for pupils in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
As such , the childcare service has been suspended for two weeks and all of the pupils who had attended have been asked to self-isolate .
But , other pupils will be allowed to continue coming to school as normal .
`` As you are aware , one of our children developed mild symptoms and was tested for Covid-19 on Wednesday and the results came back on Thursday as unclear , '' explained the letter sent out to parents .
`` The child has since taken the test again and the result @ @ @ @ @ @ @ family are now self-isolating .
`` Following government and local authority advice , childcare will be closed for 2 weeks with the start date from Thursday , June 25 .
Please note that if your child attended childcare in the school hall last week they must self-isolate for 14 days .
This is in line with government advice .
If your child has a sibling attending a class or bubble in school , they should also stay at home .
`` If your child attended school last week as part of the reception @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they can attend school as long as they do not have any siblings that were in the childcare setting last week .
`` I must acknowledge that as soon as the parent spotted the mild symptoms in their child they immediately informed school and took all the appropriate action including getting tests taken .
`` This vigilance has helped to protect children and staff . ''

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A student at a primary school has tested positive for the coronavirus.
This week, parents were told that a pupil at Cobbs Brow Primary School, Skelmersdale, had been tested for the virus after showing symptoms.
Now, the school has confirmed that the youngster did register a positive test and has sent a letter out to parents to explain the situation, Lancs Live reports.
While the pupil had been attending school, they had only been in childcare and not in the classroom 'bubbles' that have been set up for pupils in reception, Year 1 and Year 6.
As such, the childcare service has been suspended for two weeks and all of the pupils who had attended have been asked to self-isolate.
But, other pupils will be allowed to continue coming to school as normal.
"As you are aware, one of our children developed mild symptoms and was tested for Covid-19 on Wednesday and the results came back on Thursday as unclear," explained the letter sent out to parents.
"The child has since taken the test again and the result came back today as positive. The family are now self-isolating.
"Following government and local authority advice, childcare will be closed for 2 weeks with the start date from Thursday, June 25. Please note that if your child attended childcare in the school hall last week they must self-isolate for 14 days. This is in line with government advice. If your child has a sibling attending a class or bubble in school, they should also stay at home.
"If your child attended school last week as part of the reception, Year 1 and 6 bubbles, they can attend school as long as they do not have any siblings that were in the childcare setting last week.
"I must acknowledge that as soon as the parent spotted the mild symptoms in their child they immediately informed school and took all the appropriate action including getting tests taken.
"This vigilance has helped to protect children and staff."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-28--Puppy prices skyrocket as demand for lockdown dog companions soars

The number of people buying dogs has soared in the UK during lockdown , with people scrambling for four-legged companions .
Most of us will know someone who has welcomed a new pet into their household in the last few months .
Social media is awash with photos of adorable puppies - when we asked our readers to share photos of their lockdown pups , we received more than 350 replies , with everything from pedigree puppies to blind rescue dogs .
According to data from Pets4Homes , a pet classifieds website , the number of people looking to adopt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ same time last year .
But with this surge in demand also comes a surge in pricing .
The average price for dogs listed on the website is 104 % higher than it was during the same period last year .
That increase gets even steeper when you look at certain breeds - cocker spaniels and Jack Russell terriers are now 174 % more expensive , and the price of popular breeds such as cavapoos , cockapoos and labradors has more than doubled too .
Manchester has seen some of the highest price @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by Doncaster , Bradford and Wolverhampton .
Pets4Homes said : `` We have put up stark warnings across the website to not pre-pay deposits to breeders to avoid scams , however with so many buyers competing for the same puppy , some have been sending money before a viewing has been arranged to secure the puppy . ''
Industry experts have voiced concerns that the soar in demand could help to fuel illegal puppy farms , and that people need to think about how their new pets will cope when lockdown eases further @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Here 's what some local breeders and trainers want you to know .
Jo Pay runs Standish Dog Trainer in Wigan but covers much of Greater Manchester , and has been dog training for more than 25 years .
She normally runs everything from agility classes to puppy socialising , and coordinates UK training for celebrity dog trainer Victoria Stilwell .
Since the UK went into lockdown , she 's taken her training sessions online , and has been giving training advice over Zoom sessions - even asking clients to Whatsapp her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see their progress .
Jo says she 's noticed a spike in the number of people getting dogs in the last few months , where usually she would expect trade to pick up around Christmas .
She says : `` People who usually work more are suddenly getting dogs , because they have the time to train them before they go back to work .
`` What people are finding is that puppies are a lot of work .
`` But I do n't think lockdown is a bad time to get a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at home to establish that bond , put a routine in place.
`` Common problems she 's finding with her clients is that lockdown puppies are struggling with separation anxiety , as well as nipping and mouthing .
She says : `` They 're never being left alone at all - but realistically , people 's routines will have to change .
`` People really need to think about what they 're going to do when they have to go back to work - 'how long is my puppy going to be left @ @ @ @ @ @ @ support network do I have , am I really going to get up at 6am to walk my puppy before work ? '
. ''
Biting and mouthing are commonplace when young dogs are overtired .
Puppies , on average , need between 16 and 18 hours of sleep every day - and with families at home round-the-clock , they 're not getting the quiet time they need .
Jo says : `` No right-minded mum would n't put their baby down for a nap , so it 's the same with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and that down time . ''
From a training perspective , Jo says there is a benefit to choosing pedigree puppies over popular mixed breeds such as cockapoos , which are being sold online for upwards of £3000 .
She said : `` The good thing about a pedigree puppy is at least you can predict what that particular breed will behave like .
You 've got hundreds of years of background !
`` Genetics is n't a straightforward science - if you get a mixed breed , you ca n't predict how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` To pay all this money for a puppy when you do n't know what predispositions it 's going to have .
`` You wo n't know what it 's going to look like , how big it 's going to be , what its coat 's gon na be like , what behaviour it will display - it 's such a gamble .
`` If you go to a rescue and you get a Heinz 57 dog , you 're not paying thousands for that .
`` Even with Lucy 's Law @ @ @ @ @ @ @ breeders who are just doubling their money , and they 're producing a lot of puppies and charging a lot of money for them . ''
Jo 's advice is to speak to a professional trainer before you even start looking to add a puppy to your household , to work out what will be most compatible with your lifestyle .
Patricia Ward owns a small kennel in Wigan , where she breeds and shows border collies .
She has noticed an uptake in the number of enquiries lately , despite not advertising @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I do n't advertise at all - normally , my enquiries come from someone who 's seen my dogs or someone I know .
`` But now I 'm getting tens of emails a day from totally random people . ''
She warns against what she describes as 'greeders ' - those who breed and sell puppies for money .
She says : `` Some people treat dogs like farming crops .
They just cash them in .
They do n't care where they 're going , there 's no mention of health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they 're charging a fortune .
`` You 've got puppy farmers who keep these animals in horrible conditions , or you 've got people who just want a litter and do n't really know what they 're doing .
`` We are so careful when we do breed our dogs .
We do all the DNA testing possible , so we know we 're not putting two things together that will cause problems .
`` People are being ripped off left right and centre .
You can normally pick up a border @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's with no Kennel Club registration or anything like that - now I 'm seeing them sold for £1000 .
`` The concern as breeders is that we 're going to sell a puppy to someone at our normal price , and we 'll see it appear for sale again for twice or three times the price .
`` I do n't want to put our price up .
We do n't want to start charging a lot more just to mirror puppy farmers .
`` But I also do n't want people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ superior and healthier when it 's the opposite . ''
It 's not just breeders who are facing increased demand either - one of the region 's most popular rescue shelters is also noticing more interest in their dogs .
Manchester Dog 's Home announced it would be reopening last week , by appointment only , and took more than 3,000 calls in its first two days back on site .
Manager Steve Mapley says : `` The phones have been ringing off the hook .
But we 're only open by appointment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the number of people that can come onto site .
`` We 're having to do our home checks virtually .
`` The desire is clearly there , it 's just getting people booked in now .
`` I think because people have been at home , or because they are still at home for whatever reason , they 're looking for something to fit into their lives .
`` We always ask potential owners about their lifestyle , so we can work out how much a dog might be left alone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's a lot of uncertainty . ''
Steve is concerned the shelter will see a surge in the coming months of unwanted dogs arriving into their care .
He says : `` It is always going to be an issue .
We see it a lot after Christmas when people have got puppies then realise how much hard work they are , or maybe they bought the wrong breed that needs a lot of exercise .
`` Those types of things happen in peaks and troughs throughout the year anyway , so we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` And as well , dogs who maybe have ongoing medical conditions - with people being made redundant , we 're expecting to see some of those dogs coming into the shelter , because people just ca n't look after them .
`` My preference would always be that people get a rescue dog - but it is personal choice .
`` I also urge people to consider getting an older dog , they 've got so much love to give .
You miss out , and they miss out , because people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a younger dog .
`` Dogs live a lot longer than they used to and they live a lot longer than people think .
`` Just because you 're at home now , you might not be always .
You 'll hopefully go back to work .
Be aware that when your circumstances change , we still want that dog to be in a home . ''
Manchester Dog 's Home always welcomes donations of food or money - visit dogshome.net to find out more .
Urmston-based Pippa Nixon , a PR director @ @ @ @ @ @ @ months of deliberation .
She describes what it 's like to actually find the right dog with so many social distancing and other restrictions in place .
`` I had to rely on videos and pictures because no one 's allowed to go and actually view puppies , '' she says .
`` I was really worried about that .
I wanted to see them with the mum .
I was also thinking 'what if someone 's taken my money and there 's no dog ?
What if it 's a scam ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ slot to go and pick her up .
They brought her out in a crate , then they stood well back to let me pick her up , and we just had to have a chat across the car from a distance .
`` It was all done completely contactless . ''
Pippa had to wait an extra four weeks to actually pick up her puppy , as the breeder wanted to make sure the litter had all had their full set of vaccinations and microchips , with most vets closed at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ paid more than she would have done compared to pre-lockdown , despite researching for a reputable breeder .
She says : `` They told me they 'd had to put their prices up because everything to them is more expensive at the minute .
`` They 're having to get vets to come out to them , kit all the staff out with PPE , keep the puppies for longer - it 's another four weeks of food and board as well as their extra jabs .
`` To start with , Maggie @ @ @ @ @ @ @ minutes at a time .
And she 's never at home on her own so she 's got quite attached to us .
`` I would really have liked to go to puppy school , but I know so many people have got dogs so I 've been able to socialise her that way .
`` The Zoom dog training has been a godsend too , I really struggled at the beginning . ''

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The number of people buying dogs has soared in the UK during lockdown, with people scrambling for four-legged companions.
Most of us will know someone who has welcomed a new pet into their household in the last few months.
Social media is awash with photos of adorable puppies - when we asked our readers to share photos of their lockdown pups, we received more than 350 replies, with everything from pedigree puppies to blind rescue dogs.
According to data from Pets4Homes, a pet classifieds website, the number of people looking to adopt a dog has almost doubled since the same time last year.
But with this surge in demand also comes a surge in pricing.
The average price for dogs listed on the website is 104% higher than it was during the same period last year.
That increase gets even steeper when you look at certain breeds - cocker spaniels and Jack Russell terriers are now 174% more expensive, and the price of popular breeds such as cavapoos, cockapoos and labradors has more than doubled too.
Manchester has seen some of the highest price increases in the country, beaten only by Doncaster, Bradford and Wolverhampton.
Pets4Homes said: "We have put up stark warnings across the website to not pre-pay deposits to breeders to avoid scams, however with so many buyers competing for the same puppy, some have been sending money before a viewing has been arranged to secure the puppy."
Industry experts have voiced concerns that the soar in demand could help to fuel illegal puppy farms, and that people need to think about how their new pets will cope when lockdown eases further and we're all at home less.
Here's what some local breeders and trainers want you to know.
The dog trainer
(Image: Standish Dog Trainer)
Jo Pay runs Standish Dog Trainer in Wigan but covers much of Greater Manchester, and has been dog training for more than 25 years.
She normally runs everything from agility classes to puppy socialising, and coordinates UK training for celebrity dog trainer Victoria Stilwell.
Since the UK went into lockdown, she's taken her training sessions online, and has been giving training advice over Zoom sessions - even asking clients to Whatsapp her videos of their dogs so she can see their progress.
Jo says she's noticed a spike in the number of people getting dogs in the last few months, where usually she would expect trade to pick up around Christmas.
She says: "People who usually work more are suddenly getting dogs, because they have the time to train them before they go back to work.
"What people are finding is that puppies are a lot of work.
"But I don't think lockdown is a bad time to get a puppy, because we have the time at home to establish that bond, put a routine in place. "
(Image: Standish Dog Trainer)
Common problems she's finding with her clients is that lockdown puppies are struggling with separation anxiety, as well as nipping and mouthing.
She says: "They're never being left alone at all - but realistically, people's routines will have to change.
"People really need to think about what they're going to do when they have to go back to work - 'how long is my puppy going to be left alone, in which room, what support network do I have, am I really going to get up at 6am to walk my puppy before work?'."
Biting and mouthing are commonplace when young dogs are overtired.
Puppies, on average, need between 16 and 18 hours of sleep every day - and with families at home round-the-clock, they're not getting the quiet time they need.
Jo says: "No right-minded mum wouldn't put their baby down for a nap, so it's the same with a dog. They need that alone time and that down time."
From a training perspective, Jo says there is a benefit to choosing pedigree puppies over popular mixed breeds such as cockapoos, which are being sold online for upwards of £3000.
She said: "The good thing about a pedigree puppy is at least you can predict what that particular breed will behave like. You've got hundreds of years of background!
"Genetics isn't a straightforward science - if you get a mixed breed, you can't predict how that dog is going to behave.
"To pay all this money for a puppy when you don't know what predispositions it's going to have.
"You won't know what it's going to look like, how big it's going to be, what its coat's gonna be like, what behaviour it will display - it's such a gamble.
"If you go to a rescue and you get a Heinz 57 dog, you're not paying thousands for that.
"Even with Lucy's Law in place, there are still unscrupulous breeders who are just doubling their money, and they're producing a lot of puppies and charging a lot of money for them."
Jo's advice is to speak to a professional trainer before you even start looking to add a puppy to your household, to work out what will be most compatible with your lifestyle.
The breeder
(Image: Starside)
Patricia Ward owns a small kennel in Wigan, where she breeds and shows border collies.
She has noticed an uptake in the number of enquiries lately, despite not advertising her services.
Shes says: "I don't advertise at all - normally, my enquiries come from someone who's seen my dogs or someone I know.
"But now I'm getting tens of emails a day from totally random people."
She warns against what she describes as 'greeders' - those who breed and sell puppies for money.
(Image: Starside)
She says: "Some people treat dogs like farming crops. They just cash them in. They don't care where they're going, there's no mention of health tests or temperament or anything. And they're charging a fortune.
"You've got puppy farmers who keep these animals in horrible conditions, or you've got people who just want a litter and don't really know what they're doing.
"We are so careful when we do breed our dogs. We do all the DNA testing possible, so we know we're not putting two things together that will cause problems.
"People are being ripped off left right and centre. You can normally pick up a border collie in Wales for £100, that's with no Kennel Club registration or anything like that - now I'm seeing them sold for £1000.
"It's a buyer's market. It's absolutely bonkers.
"The concern as breeders is that we're going to sell a puppy to someone at our normal price, and we'll see it appear for sale again for twice or three times the price.
"I don't want to put our price up. We don't want to start charging a lot more just to mirror puppy farmers.
"But I also don't want people to think these more expensive dogs are superior and healthier when it's the opposite."
The rescue shelter
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
It's not just breeders who are facing increased demand either - one of the region's most popular rescue shelters is also noticing more interest in their dogs.
Manchester Dog's Home announced it would be reopening last week, by appointment only, and took more than 3,000 calls in its first two days back on site.
Manager Steve Mapley says: "The phones have been ringing off the hook. But we're only open by appointment for now, so we're limited in the number of people that can come onto site.
"We're having to do our home checks virtually.
"The desire is clearly there, it's just getting people booked in now.
(Image: Manchester Dogs Home)
"I think because people have been at home, or because they are still at home for whatever reason, they're looking for something to fit into their lives.
"We always ask potential owners about their lifestyle, so we can work out how much a dog might be left alone. But obviously at the moment there's a lot of uncertainty."
Steve is concerned the shelter will see a surge in the coming months of unwanted dogs arriving into their care.
He says: "It is always going to be an issue. We see it a lot after Christmas when people have got puppies then realise how much hard work they are, or maybe they bought the wrong breed that needs a lot of exercise.
"Those types of things happen in peaks and troughs throughout the year anyway, so we're expecting to see that soon.
"And as well, dogs who maybe have ongoing medical conditions - with people being made redundant, we're expecting to see some of those dogs coming into the shelter, because people just can't look after them.
"My preference would always be that people get a rescue dog - but it is personal choice.
"I also urge people to consider getting an older dog, they've got so much love to give. You miss out, and they miss out, because people think you'll only get that from a younger dog.
"Dogs live a lot longer than they used to and they live a lot longer than people think.
"Just because you're at home now, you might not be always. You'll hopefully go back to work. Be aware that when your circumstances change, we still want that dog to be in a home."
Manchester Dog's Home always welcomes donations of food or money - visit dogshome.net to find out more.
The owner
Urmston-based Pippa Nixon, a PR director, bought a cavapoo during lockdown after months of deliberation.
She describes what it's like to actually find the right dog with so many social distancing and other restrictions in place.
"I had to rely on videos and pictures because no one's allowed to go and actually view puppies," she says.
"I was really worried about that. I wanted to see them with the mum. I was also thinking 'what if someone's taken my money and there's no dog? What if it's a scam?'
"They gave me a time slot to go and pick her up. They brought her out in a crate, then they stood well back to let me pick her up, and we just had to have a chat across the car from a distance.
"It was all done completely contactless."
Pippa had to wait an extra four weeks to actually pick up her puppy, as the breeder wanted to make sure the litter had all had their full set of vaccinations and microchips, with most vets closed at the time for routine appointments.
She also paid more than she would have done compared to pre-lockdown, despite researching for a reputable breeder.
She says: "They told me they'd had to put their prices up because everything to them is more expensive at the minute.
"They're having to get vets to come out to them, kit all the staff out with PPE, keep the puppies for longer - it's another four weeks of food and board as well as their extra jabs.
"To start with, Maggie wouldn't sleep for more than 90 minutes at a time. And she's never at home on her own so she's got quite attached to us.
"I would really have liked to go to puppy school, but I know so many people have got dogs so I've been able to socialise her that way.
"The Zoom dog training has been a godsend too, I really struggled at the beginning."