themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Who Wants To Be A Millionaire winner 'knew top three answers straight away'

When teacher Donald Fear scooped TV 's ultimate prize last night by winning the £1m jackpot on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – he went one better than his big brother .
Donald , 57 , was the ITV show 's coolest-ever player as he used just one of his four lifelines to become the sixth winner and the first for 14 years , reports the Mirror .
He answered the 15 questions from host Jeremy Clarkson in just under 20 minutes to race to the prize .
Now back teaching history and politics at a school in Shropshire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ took advice on how to triumph from his older brother Davyth , who was one question away from the jackpot a year ago .
Davyth walked away from the £1m question when he could n't answer it and took home £500,000 .
Donald told the Mirror : “ Instantly when they read out my name and I was fastest , that second I thought right my brother has told me 'go on the show and do a professional job , focus and concentrate ' .
And I did .
“ So in that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there was no punching the air or this sort of lark , I was in the zone .
`` The next thing to negotiate was getting in the chair because I was a bit worried I was going to fall off because I 've got quite short legs !
” He used one 50:50 lifeline at the £32,000 question but looked in control and calm throughout .
`` Of the 15 questions I knew probably 13 of them immediately before the options appeared , ” he said .
“ That was including the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ including the £250,000 .
It 's very easy if you know the answers . ''
Donald said when the £1 million pound question came up , he thought : ' I know the answer .
I 'm just going to go for it . ''
`` So the thought 'my god I am on the tight rope here with an awful long drop below ' , that never occurred to me .
`` It was a simple question and most history teacher 's worth their salt would know the answer even though it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` That was one of the easier million pound questions.
” The £1m question Donald knew straight away was 'In 1718 , which pirate died in battle off the coast of what is now North Carolina ? '
The £500,000 question was 'Who is the only British politician to have held all four 'Great Offices of State ' at some point during their career ? '
And the £250,000 question was 'Which of these cetaceans is classified as a 'toothed whale ' ?
His brother is `` so pleased '' for his younger @ @ @ @ @ @ @ actually went and spent the night in a hotel with our wives that last week , and we got absolutely plastered and he kept poking me and saying , how pleased and how overjoyed he was by it and so on .
“ Obviously we 've had simmering rivalry our entire lives , he 's two and a half years older than me .
But he could not be more delighted as I was for him when he won on the show , '' he added .
“ He 's actually a lot @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a lot , I was luckier with the questions and the final question.
” Donald watched his win back on ITV with wife Deb and their children ; Cat 31 , Ali 30 , Izzy 26 , Chris 22 .
He said as `` a bit of a democratic socialist '' the money will be `` splurged across the family . ''
“ I intend to give at least 70 per cent of the money away and leave just enough for me so I can have a comfortable retirement say .
To be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , I would n't have a clue how to spend it .
`` I could buy an Aston Martin for instance , but I could get into the thing , but I could never get out of it .
I 'm fat ! ''
He said he could possibly buy a new house , but the family are very happy with their house and have lovely neighbours , so do n't want to move .
The only purchase on the horizon is a motor home .
Donald will retire from Haberdashers ' Adams @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two years earlier than planned .
He added : “ I resigned the day after the show , the rules are you have to go at the end of the term , but I 'd never investigate the possibility about whether it was possible to not go back at all .
`` How unfair to my A level students would that have been ?
“ They are amazing people and that would have been totally letting them down .
`` So what I have said is I will do this term and I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do n't miss out in any way shape or form .
`` And I 'll make sure the [ year ] twelves are launched .
It never crossed my mind to not to come back at all . ''
Donald is the show 's sixth winner of the million pound prize and the first since the show was brought back with new host Jeremy Clarkson in 2018 , who replaced Chris Tarrant .

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When teacher Donald Fear scooped TV's ultimate prize last night by winning the £1m jackpot on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – he went one better than his big brother.
Donald, 57, was the ITV show's coolest-ever player as he used just one of his four lifelines to become the sixth winner and the first for 14 years, reports the Mirror.
He answered the 15 questions from host Jeremy Clarkson in just under 20 minutes to race to the prize.
Now back teaching history and politics at a school in Shropshire, he told the Mirror how he took advice on how to triumph from his older brother Davyth, who was one question away from the jackpot a year ago.
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Davyth walked away from the £1m question when he couldn't answer it and took home £500,000.
(Image: PA/ITV/ Stellify Media)
Donald told the Mirror: “Instantly when they read out my name and I was fastest, that second I thought right my brother has told me 'go on the show and do a professional job, focus and concentrate'. And I did.
“So in that moment you see me look serious, there was no punching the air or this sort of lark, I was in the zone.
"The next thing to negotiate was getting in the chair because I was a bit worried I was going to fall off because I've got quite short legs!”
He used one 50:50 lifeline at the £32,000 question but looked in control and calm throughout.
"Of the 15 questions I knew probably 13 of them immediately before the options appeared,” he said.
“That was including the million pound question, the £500,000 and including the £250,000. It's very easy if you know the answers."
(Image: ITV)
Donald said when the £1 million pound question came up, he thought: 'I know the answer. I'm just going to go for it."
"So the thought 'my god I am on the tight rope here with an awful long drop below', that never occurred to me.
"It was a simple question and most history teacher's worth their salt would know the answer even though it is not part of the curriculum.
"That was one of the easier million pound questions.”
The £1m question Donald knew straight away was 'In 1718, which pirate died in battle off the coast of what is now North Carolina?'
The £500,000 question was 'Who is the only British politician to have held all four 'Great Offices of State' at some point during their career?'
And the £250,000 question was 'Which of these cetaceans is classified as a 'toothed whale'?
(Answers to all three questions below...)
His brother is "so pleased" for his younger sibling.
He added: "We actually went and spent the night in a hotel with our wives that last week, and we got absolutely plastered and he kept poking me and saying, how pleased and how overjoyed he was by it and so on.
“Obviously we've had simmering rivalry our entire lives, he's two and a half years older than me. But he could not be more delighted as I was for him when he won on the show," he added.
“He's actually a lot cleverer than I am but I was a lot, I was luckier with the questions and the final question.”
(Image: PA)
Donald watched his win back on ITV with wife Deb and their children; Cat 31, Ali 30, Izzy 26, Chris 22.
He said as "a bit of a democratic socialist" the money will be "splurged across the family."
“I intend to give at least 70 per cent of the money away and leave just enough for me so I can have a comfortable retirement say. To be honest if I had a million pounds, I wouldn't have a clue how to spend it.
"I could buy an Aston Martin for instance, but I could get into the thing, but I could never get out of it. I'm fat!"
He said he could possibly buy a new house, but the family are very happy with their house and have lovely neighbours, so don't want to move. The only purchase on the horizon is a motor home.
Donald will retire from Haberdashers' Adams grammar school in Newport in December - two years earlier than planned.
(Image: ITV)
He added: “I resigned the day after the show, the rules are you have to go at the end of the term, but I'd never investigate the possibility about whether it was possible to not go back at all.
"How unfair to my A level students would that have been?
“They are amazing people and that would have been totally letting them down.
"So what I have said is I will do this term and I will make sure my year 13 students don't miss out in any way shape or form.
"And I'll make sure the [year] twelves are launched. It never crossed my mind to not to come back at all."
Donald is the show's sixth winner of the million pound prize and the first since the show was brought back with new host Jeremy Clarkson in 2018, who replaced Chris Tarrant.
The answers (correct answer in bold)
£1m: Calico Jack, Blackbeard , Bartholomew Roberts, Captain Kidd
£500,000: David Lloyd George, Harold Wilson, James Callaghan , John Major
£250,000: Gray whale, Minke whale, Sperm whale , Humpback whale


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--How to watch Manchester United vs Aston Villa - TV channel details

Whilst the majority of the Premier League clubs get under way this weekend , Manchester United 's European exploits mean fans are forced to wait for the new season to start .
The Reds have been given a week-long break from Premier League action in order to give them a rest after taking part in last month 's Europa League .
But they will still be playing football this weekend in a pre-season friendly against Aston Villa .
Here are the details you need to know about the game .
It 's being played at Villa Park behind closed doors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ friendlies before their season kicks off .
United begin their campaign against Crystal Palace on September 19 .
With the Premier League kicking off today , the game will not be shown on any of the major broadcasters .
Instead , MUTV will be showing the match - but not live .
The full 90 minutes will be shown on delay , starting at 10pm .
It will also be shown on MUTV 's official website on delay .
And we 'll be running a live blog covering the whole match - as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 10pm tonight , here on the MEN website .
This game will give Ole Gunnar Solskjaer one final time to look at his squad ahead of the new season .
It could be the first time Donny van de Beek is seen in a United shirt following his move from Ajax .
There will likely be no place for Mason Greenwood , though .
The United forward , who was axed from the England squad after breaching quarantine rules , is awaiting the results of a coronavirus test , meaning he is training @ @

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Whilst the majority of the Premier League clubs get under way this weekend, Manchester United's European exploits mean fans are forced to wait for the new season to start.
The Reds have been given a week-long break from Premier League action in order to give them a rest after taking part in last month's Europa League.
But they will still be playing football this weekend in a pre-season friendly against Aston Villa.
Here are the details you need to know about the game.
Match details
The game takes place this afternoon Saturday, September 12.
It's being played at Villa Park behind closed doors and will be both clubs' last friendlies before their season kicks off.
United begin their campaign against Crystal Palace on September 19.
TV and live stream details
With the Premier League kicking off today, the game will not be shown on any of the major broadcasters.
Instead, MUTV will be showing the match - but not live.
The full 90 minutes will be shown on delay, starting at 10pm.
It will also be shown on MUTV's official website on delay.
And we'll be running a live blog covering the whole match - as live - as it's broadcast from 10pm tonight, here on the MEN website.
Team news
This game will give Ole Gunnar Solskjaer one final time to look at his squad ahead of the new season.
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It could be the first time Donny van de Beek is seen in a United shirt following his move from Ajax.
There will likely be no place for Mason Greenwood, though.
The United forward, who was axed from the England squad after breaching quarantine rules, is awaiting the results of a coronavirus test, meaning he is training alone.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Body found in search for missing mum with 'heart of gold'

A body has been found in the search for a mum from Bolton .
Kiera Pearson , 31 , was last seen leaving her home in Bury Road , Tonge Fold , ten days ago .
A Facebook page , which was set up to help find the mum-of-one and has since been liked by more than 3,000 people , confirmed that a body had been found on Friday evening ( September 11 ) .
The post which was posted just after 8pm on 'Help to find Kiera Pearson ' asked people to respect Kiera 's family and friends .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ great sadness that we have found our beloved friend Kiera and she is no longer with us .
`` We please ask that her family and friends be respected at this sad time whilst we grieve for her .
`` We also ask that there is no speculation over Kiera 's disappearance or how or why she was found .
Loved ones previously described Kiera as a `` genuine , down-to-earth '' person with a `` heart of gold '' .
Last Sunday ( September 6 ) , a vigil was held outside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to light candles and say prayers .
Among those present were her 14-year-old son , Leon , her mother , Donna , and brother , Jason .
Greater Manchester Police also confirmed that a body has been found .
A spokesman said : `` There are no suspicious circumstances and a file has been passed to the coroner '' .

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A body has been found in the search for a mum from Bolton.
Kiera Pearson, 31, was last seen leaving her home in Bury Road, Tonge Fold, ten days ago.
A Facebook page, which was set up to help find the mum-of-one and has since been liked by more than 3,000 people, confirmed that a body had been found on Friday evening (September 11).
The post which was posted just after 8pm on 'Help to find Kiera Pearson' asked people to respect Kiera's family and friends.
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It read: "It is with great sadness that we have found our beloved friend Kiera and she is no longer with us.
"We please ask that her family and friends be respected at this sad time whilst we grieve for her.
"We also ask that there is no speculation over Kiera's disappearance or how or why she was found.
"Thank you."
Loved ones previously described Kiera as a "genuine, down-to-earth" person with a "heart of gold".
Last Sunday (September 6), a vigil was held outside Kiera's flat as loved ones gathered to light candles and say prayers.
Among those present were her 14-year-old son, Leon, her mother, Donna, and brother, Jason.
Greater Manchester Police also confirmed that a body has been found.
A spokesman said: "There are no suspicious circumstances and a file has been passed to the coroner".


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Police break up city centre house party breaking Covid rules with over 30 people

The owner of a house where police broke up a party in breach of Covid-19 restrictions told officers he 'could n't see what the problem was ' .
The man astonishingly told police he 'was n't aware any restrictions were in place ' .
Police chiefs meanwhile have urged people to avoid a 'party weekend ' as the 'rule of six ' restrictions come into force next week .
Greater Manchester Police 's city centre division revealed details and said more than 30 people were at the house party held in the city centre on Friday night .
It comes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the highest Covid-19 infection rate in the country , crashed a wedding party with around 100 people in attendance on Friday .
Police also attended a 60th birthday in Bolton in breach of guidelines .
Fixed penalty notices were handed out on both occaisions .
It 's understood the owner of the house where the wedding party was held was issued with a fine , but no further details have been revealed .
New laws come into force from Monday banning social gatherings of more than six people across England in the wake @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have continued to rocket across Greater Manchester since Monday .
Bolton 's infection rate is now six times the national average , at 179 cases per 100,000 people .
The borough has a positivity rate of around 10 per cent , according to latest statistics , three times the level ministers generally feel comfortable with .
Tameside 's numbers have doubled in seven days , now also creeping towards a rate of 100 , as have those in Bury and Stockport .
Eight of Greater Manchester 's 10 boroughs are showing rising week-on-week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the house party on social media .
It 's understood the owner was issued with a fixed penalty fine .
All those in attendance were asked to leave .
The force posted : `` Officers came across a house party in the city centre with over 30 partygoers .
`` The occupant claimed he was n't aware there were any Covid restrictions in place and could n't see what the problem was .
No exact location was given by the force .
The chairman of the body representing rank and file police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other and avoid parties ahead of the introduction of the new rules .
John Apter , of the Police Federation of England and Wales said : `` There is a real risk some members of the public will take advantage of the current situation and treat this weekend as a party weekend ahead of the tighter restrictions being introduced on Monday . ''
Coronavirus cases in the UK have risen to the highest level since mid-May , with a total of 3,539 new cases recorded on Friday .
It is the highest daily @ @ @ @ @ @ @ England 's medical director Professor Yvonne Doyle warned it is a reminder of the 'ongoing risk as the virus spreads throughout the UK ' .
The figure rose sharply from 2,919 the previous day and most cases are people who have been tested in the community .

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The owner of a house where police broke up a party in breach of Covid-19 restrictions told officers he 'couldn't see what the problem was'.
The man astonishingly told police he 'wasn't aware any restrictions were in place'.
Police chiefs meanwhile have urged people to avoid a 'party weekend' as the 'rule of six' restrictions come into force next week.
Greater Manchester Police's city centre division revealed details and said more than 30 people were at the house party held in the city centre on Friday night.
It comes as police in Bolton, which has the highest Covid-19 infection rate in the country, crashed a wedding party with around 100 people in attendance on Friday.
Police also attended a 60th birthday in Bolton in breach of guidelines.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Fixed penalty notices were handed out on both occaisions.
It's understood the owner of the house where the wedding party was held was issued with a fine, but no further details have been revealed.
New laws come into force from Monday banning social gatherings of more than six people across England in the wake of increasing coronavirus infection rates.
Cases have continued to rocket across Greater Manchester since Monday.
Bolton's infection rate is now six times the national average, at 179 cases per 100,000 people. The borough has a positivity rate of around 10 per cent, according to latest statistics, three times the level ministers generally feel comfortable with.
(Image: Daily Mirror/Andy Stenning)
Tameside's numbers have doubled in seven days, now also creeping towards a rate of 100, as have those in Bury and Stockport.
Eight of Greater Manchester's 10 boroughs are showing rising week-on-week trends.
GMP City Centre revealed details of the house party on social media.
It's understood the owner was issued with a fixed penalty fine.
All those in attendance were asked to leave.
The force posted: "Officers came across a house party in the city centre with over 30 partygoers.
"The occupant claimed he wasn't aware there were any Covid restrictions in place and couldn't see what the problem was.
"People dispersed and fixed penalty notice issued."
No exact location was given by the force.
The chairman of the body representing rank and file police officers urged people to look after each other and avoid parties ahead of the introduction of the new rules.
John Apter, of the Police Federation of England and Wales said: "There is a real risk some members of the public will take advantage of the current situation and treat this weekend as a party weekend ahead of the tighter restrictions being introduced on Monday."
Coronavirus cases in the UK have risen to the highest level since mid-May, with a total of 3,539 new cases recorded on Friday.
It is the highest daily figure since May 17 and Public Health England's medical director Professor Yvonne Doyle warned it is a reminder of the 'ongoing risk as the virus spreads throughout the UK'.
The figure rose sharply from 2,919 the previous day and most cases are people who have been tested in the community.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--How new Manchester United signing Donny van de Beek is impressing after transfer

Donny van de Beek has impressed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in his first training sessions with Manchester United .
Van de Beek , 23 , only arrived at United 's Carrington training complex on Wednesday following international duty with the Netherlands but is expected to make his first appearance in the friendly at Aston Villa on Saturday afternoon .
`` He ’ s been training only a couple of days but he ’ s a bright , bubbly character , '' Solskjaer told MUTV .
`` He wants to learn and the first few signs are positive , not that I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ him for a few years , of course .
`` He ’ s been a talented youngster and now we felt he was ready to come here .
He felt it was the best place to come so , for us , it ’ s a good transfer . ''
Solskjaer also reiterated Harry Maguire will retain the United captaincy despite his arrest on the Greek island of Mykonos last month .
Maguire , 27 , was given additional time off by the club after he was arrested and convicted of all charges @ @ @ @ @ @ @ team have lodged an appeal that has quashed the initial court verdict and nullified the conviction .
`` Harry had a difficult summer , '' Solskjaer added .
`` He did n't have a long break .
His break was different to others as we gave him a few more days and he ’ s come back and looked fine .
He ’ s handled it really well and , of course , I ’ ll be here to support him .
`` He is going to be our captain .
We ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the process to run .
For me , he is a top , an absolute top , human being and has always been a positive guy with the right values .
`` So I really hope we can see Harry performing at his best . ''

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Donny van de Beek has impressed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in his first training sessions with Manchester United.
Van de Beek, 23, only arrived at United's Carrington training complex on Wednesday following international duty with the Netherlands but is expected to make his first appearance in the friendly at Aston Villa on Saturday afternoon.
"He’s been training only a couple of days but he’s a bright, bubbly character," Solskjaer told MUTV. "He wants to learn and the first few signs are positive, not that I doubted that one because I've followed him for a few years, of course.
"He’s been a talented youngster and now we felt he was ready to come here. He felt it was the best place to come so, for us, it’s a good transfer."
Solskjaer also reiterated Harry Maguire will retain the United captaincy despite his arrest on the Greek island of Mykonos last month. Maguire, 27, was given additional time off by the club after he was arrested and convicted of all charges following an altercation.
Maguire's legal team have lodged an appeal that has quashed the initial court verdict and nullified the conviction.
"Harry had a difficult summer," Solskjaer added. "He didn't have a long break. His break was different to others as we gave him a few more days and he’s come back and looked fine. He’s handled it really well and, of course, I’ll be here to support him.
"He is going to be our captain. We’ll just leave Harry and his people and the process to run. For me, he is a top, an absolute top, human being and has always been a positive guy with the right values.
"So I really hope we can see Harry performing at his best."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Out on patrol with the Covid cops checking out a barbers and a mosque

It 's a Friday evening in Bolton town centre and a police van is hurtling along an empty Bradshawgate .
This time last week , the countless pubs and bars lining this stretch would have been filling up with drinkers .
Life here had quickly returned to something resembling normality after a gruelling few months in lockdown .
But now , in this part of Bolton at least , it feels as though lockdown never ended .
Earlier this week , the government ordered pubs , bars and restaurants in the town to shut again following a huge spike in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ services are still allowed , but must close between the hours of 10pm and 5am .
After Bolton 's infection rate soared to the highest in the country recently , the town has found itself thrust into the national spotlight .
It is hard to believe that it is just two weeks since people here were preparing for lockdown restrictions being eased .
Since then , cases have skyrocketed and the situation is becoming increasingly alarming for leaders at both a local and national level .
Bolton ’ s infection rate is now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 179 cases per 100,000 people .
For the new rules to be effective , they must be enforced .
Doing so in a borough of more than 250,000 people is no easy feat , but it is the responsibility of a new team assembled this week .
A 'Covid cell ' made up of senior cops , council licensing officers and Public Health England officials meets daily to assess the current situation within the borough , and decide what action must be taken .
On Friday evening , the Manchester Evening News was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ went out on patrol .
In charge of the police response is Chief Inspector Nicola Williams , of Greater Manchester Police 's Bolton division .
`` Bolton is now the national media focus , '' she said .
`` We are doing absolutely everything we can because it is really important that we get a grip of this .
`` If people do n't adhere to the regulations then we will be taking enforcement action because nobody wants further measures .
`` The message is let 's stop another lockdown .
That 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have put some really long hours in of late .
Nobody wants this to get out of control and nobody wants another rigid lockdown . ''
Before officers head out into the field , they are briefed by Sgt Phil Brown about the latest regulations and the borough 's infection rate .
According to a set of figures on the interactive screen before him , 76pc of Bolton 's cases were in those aged 18-49 while 59pc were among people aged 20-39 .
Announcing the stricter measures this week , Health Secretary Matt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Bolton on young people in 'their 20s and 30s ' socialising at pubs .
Before sending the team on their way , Sgt Brown tells the officers to ‘ take a common sense approach ' when responding to incidents .
Outside the station we climb into a van with PC Tony Lowe and PC Terry Wilkinson , who we will be accompanying for the evening .
It is the first Friday under the new regulations and the pair admit they are not really sure what to expect .
Our first stop is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a property in Great Lever .
Police crashed a wedding party here last Friday ( September 4 ) and found roughly 100 people in attendance .
We are here tonight to hand out a £100 fixed penalty notice to the homeowner .
`` Officers came last week and advised and everyone went , '' explained PC Lowe .
`` It was pre-organised but it should not have been going ahead . ''
As he and PC Wilkinson explain the reason for the fine , there is no argument or resistance and we 're @ @ @ @ @ @ @ When we arrive at Scott 's Barbers , in Horwich , officers from Bolton Council 's licensing and environmental health team are already inside the shop .
A barber is part way through cutting a customer 's hair when he realises what is going on .
He grabs a visor and pulls it over his head , but it is too late .
An immediate closure order has been issued , which means the business must shut indefinitely until Bolton Council is satisfied improvements have been made .
A sign in the window @ @ @ @ @ @ @ another Bolton lockdown ' , but it appears as though they could do with heeding the message themselves .
Repeat complaints have been made about staff not wearing visors , as well as a lack of social distancing .
The business received a final warning instructing it to make improvements but council officers decided to take action after finding the situation unchanged on an inspection .
On Thursday , police in Bolton received a total of 24 calls regarding lockdown breaches from members of the public .
While some calls result in action @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Our next visit is one such example .
Earlier that day , officers had received a call about a large gathering outside a mosque and education centre in Devonshire Road .
But when we pulled up outside at about 6.15pm , there were no signs of any crowds .
A member of staff invited PC Wilkinson inside and showed him the extensive safety precautions in place , including a one-way system and hand sanitiser stations .
The complaint was dismissed and the mosque given the all-clear .
PC Lowe explained : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by and thought they spotted a large gathering .
`` There is a school next door , so it looks like somebody has seen a mix of school picks up and people to pray .
`` They are fine and fully compliant with Covid-19 regulations . ''
Other reports are less innocuous and can be a huge waste of police time .
Many are the result of long-standing disputes between neighbours .
Soon after leaving the mosque , a call comes through about six people drinking inside a property in Westhoughton .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ location and , after arriving , it 's soon established that the call was a false one .
A woman is inside alone , and she 's understandably shaken by seeing police at her door .
`` There are a lot of disgruntled neighbours out there and we 're getting a lot of jobs like that , '' said PC Lowe .
`` We 've had one or two where it is just people talking over the fence .
In most cases , it is just explaining the consequences to people . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ spread of the virus , officers in Bolton are taking advice from their colleagues elsewhere in Greater Manchester .
Oldham had the highest infection rate in the country last month and sailed close to the wind of having a full local lockdown .
Fortunately , rates dipped just in time to avoid such an outcome .
Chief Inspector Nicola Williams explained : `` One of the recommendations from Oldham was that as things come in , you need to deal with it quickly and get on top of it .
`` If someone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ party at this address and we go the next day , well the party is over .
`` That is what we 're looking to achieve , this quick response .
`` Obviously , we have to prioritise that demand and we have to deal with all our other work . ''
As part of the new 'Covid cell ' , officers from other parts of the region have been drafted in to offer support to Bolton .
GMP has also diverted extra officers to help stop 'lockdown tourists ' - residents so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they travel over the border to enjoy more relaxed rules .
The main enforcement action police can take against those not following the rules is the issue of fixed penalties .
The punishment for a first offence is a £100 fine with larger sums for repeat offenders .
Backed up by health and licencing officials , the police first try to engage with people who have breached the rules and enforcement action is usually taken as a last resort .
But both businesses and individuals have come a cropper as GMP clamp down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bar , in Nelson Square , was handed a £100 fine this week after reports of a party at the venue last weekend .
Earlier this week , a 23-year-old man was also fined £1,000 for failing to self-isolate after returning from a holiday in Ibiza .
The man returned home to Bolton on August 20 and left his home multiple times and even held a house party when he should have been in quarantine .
`` When all of this first happened , the key message was to educate people instead of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Williams .
`` There are a lot of people who do n't understand , but we 've kind of gone beyond that now . ''
Bolton Council ’ s executive cabinet member for environment regulatory services , Cllr Hilary Fairclough , said : “ Alongside our partners in the police , we have increased enforcement activity and will continue to take a zero-tolerance approach to those who flout the restrictions .
“ The majority of businesses have taken their responsibilities seriously and are following the regulations .
Unfortunately , there are some who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we have fined them .
The rules are clear – if you operate a hairdressers or barbers you must wear visors , and no takeaway services after 10pm .
“ Be warned , we will continue to do spot checks .
Bolton residents can play an important role in keeping us all safe .
If you believe a business is not following the proper regulations , report it to us and we will close down those who are putting lives at risk.
” The current lockdown rules in the town include : • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ restaurants , cafes , bars and pubs ) will be restricted to takeaway only • Late night restriction of operating hours meaning all venues , including takeaways , will be required to close between from 10pm to 5am • A ban on mixing outside households in public outdoor settings • Additional restrictions on visitors at care homes in the borough

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It's a Friday evening in Bolton town centre and a police van is hurtling along an empty Bradshawgate.
This time last week, the countless pubs and bars lining this stretch would have been filling up with drinkers.
Life here had quickly returned to something resembling normality after a gruelling few months in lockdown.
But now, in this part of Bolton at least, it feels as though lockdown never ended.
Earlier this week, the government ordered pubs, bars and restaurants in the town to shut again following a huge spike in the number of coronavirus cases.
Takeaway services are still allowed, but must close between the hours of 10pm and 5am.
After Bolton's infection rate soared to the highest in the country recently, the town has found itself thrust into the national spotlight.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
It is hard to believe that it is just two weeks since people here were preparing for lockdown restrictions being eased.
Since then, cases have skyrocketed and the situation is becoming increasingly alarming for leaders at both a local and national level.
Bolton’s infection rate is now six times the national average, at 179 cases per 100,000 people.
For the new rules to be effective, they must be enforced.
Doing so in a borough of more than 250,000 people is no easy feat, but it is the responsibility of a new team assembled this week.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
A 'Covid cell' made up of senior cops, council licensing officers and Public Health England officials meets daily to assess the current situation within the borough, and decide what action must be taken.
On Friday evening, the Manchester Evening News was invited to join the team as they went out on patrol.
In charge of the police response is Chief Inspector Nicola Williams, of Greater Manchester Police's Bolton division.
She is expecting a busy weekend.
"Bolton is now the national media focus," she said.
"We are doing absolutely everything we can because it is really important that we get a grip of this.
"If people don't adhere to the regulations then we will be taking enforcement action because nobody wants further measures.
"The message is let's stop another lockdown. That's what the public want.
"We have put some really long hours in of late. Nobody wants this to get out of control and nobody wants another rigid lockdown."
(Image: Joel Goodman)
Before officers head out into the field, they are briefed by Sgt Phil Brown about the latest regulations and the borough's infection rate.
According to a set of figures on the interactive screen before him, 76pc of Bolton's cases were in those aged 18-49 while 59pc were among people aged 20-39.
Announcing the stricter measures this week, Health Secretary Matt Hancock blamed the spike in coronavirus cases in Bolton on young people in 'their 20s and 30s' socialising at pubs.
Before sending the team on their way, Sgt Brown tells the officers to ‘take a common sense approach' when responding to incidents.
Outside the station we climb into a van with PC Tony Lowe and PC Terry Wilkinson, who we will be accompanying for the evening.
It is the first Friday under the new regulations and the pair admit they are not really sure what to expect.
Our first stop is only a short distance away, at a property in Great Lever.
Police crashed a wedding party here last Friday (September 4) and found roughly 100 people in attendance.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
We are here tonight to hand out a £100 fixed penalty notice to the homeowner.
"Officers came last week and advised and everyone went," explained PC Lowe.
"It was pre-organised but it should not have been going ahead."
As he and PC Wilkinson explain the reason for the fine, there is no argument or resistance and we're soon on to the next job.
When we arrive at Scott's Barbers, in Horwich, officers from Bolton Council's licensing and environmental health team are already inside the shop.
A barber is part way through cutting a customer's hair when he realises what is going on.
He grabs a visor and pulls it over his head, but it is too late.
An immediate closure order has been issued, which means the business must shut indefinitely until Bolton Council is satisfied improvements have been made.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
A sign in the window of the shop warns customers to 'stop another Bolton lockdown', but it appears as though they could do with heeding the message themselves.
Repeat complaints have been made about staff not wearing visors, as well as a lack of social distancing.
The business received a final warning instructing it to make improvements but council officers decided to take action after finding the situation unchanged on an inspection.
On Thursday, police in Bolton received a total of 24 calls regarding lockdown breaches from members of the public.
While some calls result in action being taken, others come to nothing.
Our next visit is one such example.
Earlier that day, officers had received a call about a large gathering outside a mosque and education centre in Devonshire Road.
But when we pulled up outside at about 6.15pm, there were no signs of any crowds.
A member of staff invited PC Wilkinson inside and showed him the extensive safety precautions in place, including a one-way system and hand sanitiser stations.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
The complaint was dismissed and the mosque given the all-clear.
PC Lowe explained: "It was reported by someone who passed by and thought they spotted a large gathering.
"There is a school next door, so it looks like somebody has seen a mix of school picks up and people to pray.
"They are fine and fully compliant with Covid-19 regulations."
Other reports are less innocuous and can be a huge waste of police time.
Many are the result of long-standing disputes between neighbours.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
Soon after leaving the mosque, a call comes through about six people drinking inside a property in Westhoughton.
It's a 20-minute drive from our current location and, after arriving, it's soon established that the call was a false one.
A woman is inside alone, and she's understandably shaken by seeing police at her door.
"There are a lot of disgruntled neighbours out there and we're getting a lot of jobs like that," said PC Lowe.
"We've had one or two where it is just people talking over the fence. In most cases, it is just explaining the consequences to people."
In order to try and control the spread of the virus, officers in Bolton are taking advice from their colleagues elsewhere in Greater Manchester.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
Oldham had the highest infection rate in the country last month and sailed close to the wind of having a full local lockdown.
Fortunately, rates dipped just in time to avoid such an outcome.
Chief Inspector Nicola Williams explained: "One of the recommendations from Oldham was that as things come in, you need to deal with it quickly and get on top of it.
"If someone rings in to say there is a party at this address and we go the next day, well the party is over.
"That is what we're looking to achieve, this quick response.
"Obviously, we have to prioritise that demand and we have to deal with all our other work."
As part of the new 'Covid cell', officers from other parts of the region have been drafted in to offer support to Bolton.
GMP has also diverted extra officers to help stop 'lockdown tourists' - residents so intent on going to the pub that they travel over the border to enjoy more relaxed rules.
The main enforcement action police can take against those not following the rules is the issue of fixed penalties.
The punishment for a first offence is a £100 fine with larger sums for repeat offenders.
Backed up by health and licencing officials, the police first try to engage with people who have breached the rules and enforcement action is usually taken as a last resort.
But both businesses and individuals have come a cropper as GMP clamp down on those ignoring the regulations.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
The Bar, in Nelson Square, was handed a £100 fine this week after reports of a party at the venue last weekend.
Earlier this week, a 23-year-old man was also fined £1,000 for failing to self-isolate after returning from a holiday in Ibiza.
The man returned home to Bolton on August 20 and left his home multiple times and even held a house party when he should have been in quarantine.
"When all of this first happened, the key message was to educate people instead of enforcing it," said Chief Inspector Williams.
"There are a lot of people who don't understand, but we've kind of gone beyond that now."
Bolton Council’s executive cabinet member for environment regulatory services, Cllr Hilary Fairclough, said: “Alongside our partners in the police, we have increased enforcement activity and will continue to take a zero-tolerance approach to those who flout the restrictions.
“The majority of businesses have taken their responsibilities seriously and are following the regulations. Unfortunately, there are some who are choosing to break the rules and we have fined them. The rules are clear – if you operate a hairdressers or barbers you must wear visors, and no takeaway services after 10pm.
“Be warned, we will continue to do spot checks. Bolton residents can play an important role in keeping us all safe. If you believe a business is not following the proper regulations, report it to us and we will close down those who are putting lives at risk.”
The current lockdown rules in the town include:


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Manchester United morning headlines as United complete triple transfer swoop

Here are your Manchester United morning headlines for Saturday , 12 September .
Manchester United have confirmed the signings of two Spanish youngsters - Barcelona ’ s Marc Jurado and Alvaro Fernandez of Real Madrid .
They arrived in Manchester last month and have been quarantining , but United have now received international clearance to announce their moves .
The Reds have also confirmed a deal for Norwegian Isak Hansen-Aaroen , from Tromso , but are still awaiting international clearance .
United agreed to sign the 16-year-old last year .
Full-backs Jurado and Fernandez have already started intensive English lessons @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Under-18s .
One youngster who is leaving Old Trafford is Deji Sotona , who has decided to leave Old Trafford after rejecting a three-year contract .
understands that the 17-year-old Republic of Ireland youth international wanted a weekly salary just under five figures and that he wanted the guarantee of first-team football this season – even though his only appearance for the Under-21s lasted a minute as he was sent off in the EFL Trophy defeat to Tranmere Rovers .
Sotona made 11 starts and 11 substitute appearances for the Under-18s last season @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Youth Cup quarter-final win over Wigan Athletic at Old Trafford .
United may be without umpteen players for their pre-season friendly at Aston Villa on Saturday , but amid the gloom things could be worse .
The Reds are without Paul Pogba , Nemanja Matic , Fred and Mason Greenwood , among a host of other players , with doubts whether Marcus Rashford will be back from injury .
M.E.N Sport ’ s Samuel Luckhurst believes that United are literally playing catch-up in the league .
He writes : “ Liverpool and Arsenal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Chelsea have been kindly scheduled to travel to Brighton on Monday .
All three could feasibly record handsome wins and United lost to Crystal Palace their first visitors next week , at Old Trafford last year.
” But he points out that the mood at United could be worse should previous manager Jose Mourinho still be in charge and railing against complacency .
Instead , Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is the manager and he “ breezily goes about his work as if listening to Always Look On The Bright Side of Life on repeat @ @

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Here are your Manchester United morning headlines for Saturday, 12 September.
United confirm three new arrivals
Manchester United have confirmed the signings of two Spanish youngsters - Barcelona’s Marc Jurado and Alvaro Fernandez of Real Madrid.
They arrived in Manchester last month and have been quarantining, but United have now received international clearance to announce their moves.
The Reds have also confirmed a deal for Norwegian Isak Hansen-Aaroen, from Tromso, but are still awaiting international clearance. United agreed to sign the 16-year-old last year.
Full-backs Jurado and Fernandez have already started intensive English lessons, while Hansen-Aaroen is training with the Under-18s.
Read the full story here .
Reds teenager to leave
One youngster who is leaving Old Trafford is Deji Sotona, who has decided to leave Old Trafford after rejecting a three-year contract.
The MEN understands that the 17-year-old Republic of Ireland youth international wanted a weekly salary just under five figures and that he wanted the guarantee of first-team football this season – even though his only appearance for the Under-21s lasted a minute as he was sent off in the EFL Trophy defeat to Tranmere Rovers.
Sotona made 11 starts and 11 substitute appearances for the Under-18s last season and scored the winner in their FA Youth Cup quarter-final win over Wigan Athletic at Old Trafford.
Solskjaer’s positivity amid injury gloom
United may be without umpteen players for their pre-season friendly at Aston Villa on Saturday, but amid the gloom things could be worse.
The Reds are without Paul Pogba, Nemanja Matic, Fred and Mason Greenwood, among a host of other players, with doubts whether Marcus Rashford will be back from injury.
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M.E.N Sport’s Samuel Luckhurst believes that United are literally playing catch-up in the league.
He writes: “Liverpool and Arsenal start their campaigns against promoted sides and Chelsea have been kindly scheduled to travel to Brighton on Monday. All three could feasibly record handsome wins and United lost to Crystal Palace their first visitors next week, at Old Trafford last year.”
But he points out that the mood at United could be worse should previous manager Jose Mourinho still be in charge and railing against complacency.
Instead, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is the manager and he “breezily goes about his work as if listening to Always Look On The Bright Side of Life on repeat”.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Man City morning headlines on Kouliably transfer latest and Zinchenko link

Here are your Manchester City morning headlines for Saturday , 12 September .
Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly is determined to join Manchester City – and his desire to move to the club is becoming ‘ obsessive ’ .
According to Naples newspaper Corrriere del Mezzogirono , , the 29-year-old centre-back knows that he does not have many more opportunities to complete a high-profile move so he does not want this chance to pass him by .
Senegalese international Koulibaly is City ’ s top target , but the transfer saga is being dragged out across the window .
And the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ may be delayed even longer as Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has tested positive for coronavirus and may be unable to participate in negotiations .
De Laurentiis has repeatedly talked about the potential transfer in the media and stated that Koulibaly will not be sold unless his asking price is met .
Sticking along those lines , a proposal to take Oleksandr Zinchenko to Napoli as part of any deal for Koulibaly would be heard , according to the agent of the Manchester City defender .
The Serie A side has shown interest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ agent , Alan Prudnikov , has indicated that they would not instantly rule out a move if that was introduced in the Koulibaly talks .
“ Zinchenko in the Koulibaly negotiation ?
He is on the radar of Naples , three years ago there were meetings , ” he told Radio Marte , Manchester City youngster Liam Delap is forcing the club ’ s coaches to keep their attention on him .
M.E.N Sport ’ s Simon Bajkowski focused on the striker ’ s performance against Mansfield Town in the EFL Trophy on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being on the scoresheet , he bullied the opposition defence all game with his pace and power .
Bajkowski writes : “ Although standing at well over six foot , the former Derby academy youngster can play the target man well but also boasts impressive speed and skill – as shown in the first half when he controlled a ball on to his chest , took a touch and played a precision pass to set Adrian Bernabe scampering clear for the first goal.
” And the rave reviews Delap – the son of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from Mansfield were just the latest to boost the profile of a player that is already on Pep Guardiola ’ s radar , having trained with the first team after lockdown .

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Koulibaly “obsessive” over City switch - report
Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly is determined to join Manchester City – and his desire to move to the club is becoming ‘obsessive’.
According to Naples newspaper Corrriere del Mezzogirono, via SportWitness , the 29-year-old centre-back knows that he does not have many more opportunities to complete a high-profile move so he does not want this chance to pass him by.
Senegalese international Koulibaly is City’s top target, but the transfer saga is being dragged out across the window.
And the Italian outlet also claims that the deal may be delayed even longer as Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has tested positive for coronavirus and may be unable to participate in negotiations.
De Laurentiis has repeatedly talked about the potential transfer in the media and stated that Koulibaly will not be sold unless his asking price is met.
Zinchenko 'on Napoli radar'
Sticking along those lines, a proposal to take Oleksandr Zinchenko to Napoli as part of any deal for Koulibaly would be heard, according to the agent of the Manchester City defender.
The Serie A side has shown interest in the Ukrainian international previously and his agent, Alan Prudnikov, has indicated that they would not instantly rule out a move if that was introduced in the Koulibaly talks.
“Zinchenko in the Koulibaly negotiation? He is on the radar of Naples, three years ago there were meetings,” he told Radio Marte, via SportWitness
Impressive Delap making waves
Manchester City youngster Liam Delap is forcing the club’s coaches to keep their attention on him.
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M.E.N Sport’s Simon Bajkowski focused on the striker’s performance against Mansfield Town in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday night.
Despite the 17-year-old not being on the scoresheet, he bullied the opposition defence all game with his pace and power.
Bajkowski writes: “Although standing at well over six foot, the former Derby academy youngster can play the target man well but also boasts impressive speed and skill – as shown in the first half when he controlled a ball on to his chest, took a touch and played a precision pass to set Adrian Bernabe scampering clear for the first goal.”
And the rave reviews Delap – the son of former Stoke City defender Rory – received from Mansfield were just the latest to boost the profile of a player that is already on Pep Guardiola’s radar, having trained with the first team after lockdown.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Neville makes Sancho demand as Man United great makes Chelsea comparison

Gary Neville says Manchester United need to end any speculation surrounding Jadon Sancho .
After it appeared that hopes of signing Sancho were over earlier in the summer , the Reds made a breakthrough in their chase for the Borussia Dortmund star earlier this week .
It has boosted hopes that a deal may be done before the delayed transfer deadline at the start of next month .
Neville believes United are four signings short of being able to break into the Premier League top two - and that includes a right-winger .
But he also argued that talk around @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United need to decide one way or the other over whether they will do a deal this summer .
Speaking to Sky Sports , the United great made a comparison with Chelsea and said it is just a case of the Reds trying to make progress in the Premier League this summer .
He said : “ I think United are in a similar position to Chelsea , they ’ ve got to make progress from last season .
`` I do n't have the expectation that they ’ re going to break @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have to make sure they close the gap .
`` I want a striker , a centre-half and a right-winger as a must .
`` I didn ’ t say they shouldn ’ t sign Sancho .
They should either put a lid on it , or do it .
One or the other - it ’ s simple - don ’ t have it dragging on all summer .
`` My view on United is getting closer to that top two .
”

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Gary Neville says Manchester United need to end any speculation surrounding Jadon Sancho.
After it appeared that hopes of signing Sancho were over earlier in the summer, the Reds made a breakthrough in their chase for the Borussia Dortmund star earlier this week.
It has boosted hopes that a deal may be done before the delayed transfer deadline at the start of next month.
Neville believes United are four signings short of being able to break into the Premier League top two - and that includes a right-winger.
But he also argued that talk around Sancho is becoming a distraction and that United need to decide one way or the other over whether they will do a deal this summer.
Speaking to Sky Sports, the United great made a comparison with Chelsea and said it is just a case of the Reds trying to make progress in the Premier League this summer.
He said: “I think United are in a similar position to Chelsea, they’ve got to make progress from last season.
"I don't have the expectation that they’re going to break that top two this year. They have to make sure they close the gap.
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"I want a striker, a centre-half and a right-winger as a must.
"I didn’t say they shouldn’t sign Sancho. They should either put a lid on it, or do it. One or the other - it’s simple - don’t have it dragging on all summer.
"My view on United is getting closer to that top two.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Solskjaer gives verdict on Donny van de Beek debut for Manchester United

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Donny van de Beek was the 'biggest plus ' in Manchester United 's friendly defeat to Aston Villa on Saturday .
Van de Beek played the full 90 minutes in the 1-0 loss at Villa Park on his first appearance since signing from Ajax for €39million this summer .
United were without midfielders Paul Pogba , Bruno Fernandes , Fred and Nemanja Matic so Van de Beek started alongside Scott McTominay , substituted at half-time for Ethan Galbraith , in an axis behind Marcus Rashford .
`` Donny was maybe the biggest plus outfield , '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ such a finder of space and creates time for himself with his timing and movement .
I was very happy with his performance . ''
United were without 16 first-team squad members in Birmingham but Solskjaer expects more to be available for next week 's Premier League opener against Crystal Palace .
`` Yeah , of course we expect more of them to be match fit because the international players who did n't travel today did n't have the minutes and we 'll get a few more back .
`` Well I think @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stuff , created chances and the most important thing is valuable minutes .
This pre-season is such a strange and different one for us .
We 've had two weeks back and it 's only one week until we start the league .
`` Of course , [ playing in the ] Europa League will help us in that respect .
Players who have played over the summer do n't really need that much and some of the international games helped us , you could clearly see that some of them needed minutes @ @

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Donny van de Beek was the 'biggest plus' in Manchester United's friendly defeat to Aston Villa on Saturday.
Van de Beek played the full 90 minutes in the 1-0 loss at Villa Park on his first appearance since signing from Ajax for €39million this summer.
United were without midfielders Paul Pogba, Bruno Fernandes, Fred and Nemanja Matic so Van de Beek started alongside Scott McTominay, substituted at half-time for Ethan Galbraith, in an axis behind Marcus Rashford.
"Donny was maybe the biggest plus outfield," Solskjaer told MUTV. "He's such a finder of space and creates time for himself with his timing and movement. I was very happy with his performance."
United were without 16 first-team squad members in Birmingham but Solskjaer expects more to be available for next week's Premier League opener against Crystal Palace.
"Yeah, of course we expect more of them to be match fit because the international players who didn't travel today didn't have the minutes and we'll get a few more back.
"Well I think in the first-half we played some good stuff, created chances and the most important thing is valuable minutes. This pre-season is such a strange and different one for us. We've had two weeks back and it's only one week until we start the league.
"Of course, [playing in the] Europa League will help us in that respect. Players who have played over the summer don't really need that much and some of the international games helped us, you could clearly see that some of them needed minutes."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Aston Villa vs Manchester United highlights and reaction

Manchester United took on Aston Villa in a pre-season friendly at Villa Park on Saturday .
The game kicked off @ @ @ @ @ were denied access and fans were made to wait until late in the day for @ @ @ @ @ Ollie Watkins scored the only goal of the game in a win for Aston Villa @ @ @ @ @ four teams not in Premier League action this weekend , with the Reds having been @ @ @ @ @ before the start of their campaign , to allow them at least a 30-day gap @ @ @ @ @ participated in the latter stages of the Europa League last month .
The United team @ @ @ @ @ as follows ... Recap the action from Villa Park in our live blog below .

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Manchester United took on Aston Villa in a pre-season friendly at Villa Park on Saturday.
The game kicked off at 2pm, though media were denied access and fans were made to wait until late in the day for confirmation of the result. Ollie Watkins scored the only goal of the game in a win for Aston Villa.
United are one of four teams not in Premier League action this weekend, with the Reds having been allowed an extra week off before the start of their campaign, to allow them at least a 30-day gap between seasons, after they participated in the latter stages of the Europa League last month.
The United team that started against Villa was as follows...
Henderson; Dalot, Fosu-Mensah, Maguire, Shaw; McTominay, Van de Beek' Rashford, Lingard, James; Ighalo.
Subs used: Grant, Williams, Mengi, Galbraith, Elanga
Unused sub: Garner
Recap the action from Villa Park in our live blog below.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Manchester United player ratings: Donny van de Beek and Daniel James good

Had little to do with his hands but showcased his underrated distribution with his first pass to Diogo Dalot .
6 Got caught out for Villa 's second-best chance when Jack Grealish got the run on him and was rarely seen in attack .
5 A reasonably solid performance from the Jack-of-all-trades at centre half .
Fosu-Mensah 's versatility continues to endear him to Solskjaer .
6 Caught ball-watching for Ollie Watkins ' winner and was on his heels when Watkins skied a chance from Grealish 's cross .
5 Proactive and delivered the odd inviting cross that was not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
6 Had a polished first-half and operated at a good tempo but came off at half-time for Ethan Galbraith .
7 Demanded the ball whenever he did not have it and got forward from his deep-lying role .
Slick on the ball but not as profound in the second-half .
7 Maybe his most productive United performance of the calendar year .
Offered good service , proactive and crudely fouled by Matthew Cash .
7 Tested Jed Steer twice in the first-half and was tidy whenever he received the ball .
Intuitively @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forwards .
6 Played in the No.10 role and did not look comfortable there .
Equally as guilty as Ighalo of not offering a penalty box presence .
5 The sun was out and all Ighalo was missing was a deckchair .
Nowhere to be seen for a number of presentable crosses and replaced by Teden Mengi .
4 Came on at right-back .
5

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Dean Henderson
Had little to do with his hands but showcased his underrated distribution with his first pass to Diogo Dalot. 6
Diogo Dalot
Got caught out for Villa's second-best chance when Jack Grealish got the run on him and was rarely seen in attack. 5
Timothy Fosu-Mensah
A reasonably solid performance from the Jack-of-all-trades at centre half. Fosu-Mensah's versatility continues to endear him to Solskjaer. 6
Harry Maguire
Caught ball-watching for Ollie Watkins' winner and was on his heels when Watkins skied a chance from Grealish's cross. 5
Luke Shaw
Proactive and delivered the odd inviting cross that was not met on his first appearance since July. 6
Scott McTominay
Had a polished first-half and operated at a good tempo but came off at half-time for Ethan Galbraith. 7
Donny van de Beek
Demanded the ball whenever he did not have it and got forward from his deep-lying role. Slick on the ball but not as profound in the second-half. 7
Daniel James
Maybe his most productive United performance of the calendar year. Offered good service, proactive and crudely fouled by Matthew Cash. 7
Jesse Lingard
Tested Jed Steer twice in the first-half and was tidy whenever he received the ball. Intuitively drifted into the middle to support the forwards. 6
Marcus Rashford
Played in the No.10 role and did not look comfortable there. Equally as guilty as Ighalo of not offering a penalty box presence. 5
Odion Ighalo
The sun was out and all Ighalo was missing was a deckchair. Nowhere to be seen for a number of presentable crosses and replaced by Teden Mengi. 4
Subs
Ethan Galbraith
Close to scoring. 6
Teden Mengi
More deserved first-team exposure. 6
Brandon Williams
Came on at right-back. 5
Lee Grant
A rare outing. 5
Anthony Elanga
Made his first-team bow. 6


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Man City evening headlines on September 12

Kevin De Bruyne has sent a defiant message to Liverpool by saying that his side won ’ t make the same mistakes that cost them their Premier League crown last season .
The Manchester City midfielder was recently awarded the PFA Player of the Year award after a fantastic individual campaign .
However , he has issued a strong message to Liverpool and other title contenders by saying that his side will be back stronger .
He told the : “ The hunger is there every day , every time .
`` It never moves .
Last season we had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ least conceded but we didn ’ t win the league , did we ?
`` In the end we were so far behind because we made so many mistakes at both ends .
It can ’ t happen again . ''
Former Liverpool and Spurs midfielder Jamie Redknapp has defended City 's decision to sign Nathan Ake .
The Dutch centre back was relegated with Bournemouth last season but Redknapp believes that he will fit in at the Etihad .
He told : “ If you look at City , there are not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can sign right now .
Nathan Ake looks to me a sensible signing .
He 's a player that can play in many positions .
`` As a young man he played in the defensive midfield position , if you want some protection .
`` He knows the game , he 's got a brilliant left foot , incredible spring considering he 's not the tallest player in the world .
`` You can see him playing in a side like City 's where your job is just to defend properly , get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ quickly as possible and then things happen from there . ''
Jamie Carragher believes City must strengthen their defence if they are to challenge Liverpool for the Premier League title this season .
Pep Guardiola ’ s side struggled defensively throughout last season which ultimately saw them surrender their status as champions .
The former defender : `` Laporte being out last season , I think we always talk about how it hurt City defensively , but I think Pep Guardiola maybe had the other mindset that it impacted them playing out from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a left-footed player .
I think he ’ s brought Nathan Ake to maybe cover at left-back , but whenever Laporte is out , he ’ s still got that left-footed player to get that balance .
`` I think they need to go again .
You look at the lad at Napoli - he ’ s 29 - probably similar to Liverpool looking at Thiago .
They ’ ve got to come in and deliver straight away .
`` It ’ s not something those teams usually do , they want to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ longevity from the player .
`` There is a desperate need to improve at centre-back .
He ’ s bought a lot of centre-backs since he ’ s been there , a lot of full-backs as well .
It ’ s never quite felt 100 % right at times . ''

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De Bruyne takes aim at Liverpool ahead of Premier League opener
Kevin De Bruyne has sent a defiant message to Liverpool by saying that his side won’t make the same mistakes that cost them their Premier League crown last season.
The Manchester City midfielder was recently awarded the PFA Player of the Year award after a fantastic individual campaign.
However, he has issued a strong message to Liverpool and other title contenders by saying that his side will be back stronger.
He told the Daily Mail : “The hunger is there every day, every time.
"It never moves. Last season we had the most goals scored and almost the least conceded but we didn’t win the league, did we?
"In the end we were so far behind because we made so many mistakes at both ends. It can’t happen again."
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Former Liverpool and Spurs midfielder Jamie Redknapp has defended City's decision to sign Nathan Ake.
The Dutch centre back was relegated with Bournemouth last season but Redknapp believes that he will fit in at the Etihad.
He told Sky Sports : “If you look at City, there are not that many players out there that you can sign right now. Nathan Ake looks to me a sensible signing. He's a player that can play in many positions.
"As a young man he played in the defensive midfield position, if you want some protection.
"He knows the game, he's got a brilliant left foot, incredible spring considering he's not the tallest player in the world.
"You can see him playing in a side like City's where your job is just to defend properly, get that ball to Kevin De Bruyne as quickly as possible and then things happen from there."
Carragher outlines City transfer plan amid Koulibaly speculation
Jamie Carragher believes City must strengthen their defence if they are to challenge Liverpool for the Premier League title this season.
Pep Guardiola’s side struggled defensively throughout last season which ultimately saw them surrender their status as champions.
The former defender explained : "Laporte being out last season, I think we always talk about how it hurt City defensively, but I think Pep Guardiola maybe had the other mindset that it impacted them playing out from the back.
"He always wants a left-footed player. I think he’s brought Nathan Ake to maybe cover at left-back, but whenever Laporte is out, he’s still got that left-footed player to get that balance.
"I think they need to go again. You look at the lad at Napoli - he’s 29 - probably similar to Liverpool looking at Thiago. They’ve got to come in and deliver straight away.
"It’s not something those teams usually do, they want to invest for the future and get some longevity from the player.
"There is a desperate need to improve at centre-back. He’s bought a lot of centre-backs since he’s been there, a lot of full-backs as well. It’s never quite felt 100% right at times."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Police have surrounded a hotel in Sale where a man has climbed onto the roof

Police are dealing with a man on the roof of a hotel in Sale .
Officers were called to the @ @ @ @ @ Saturday evening .
GMP say there are concerns for the man 's welfare .
The @ @ @ @ @ He is understood to be on the roof of the Amblehurst Hotel on Washway Road @ @ @ @ @ free MEN email newsletter Get the latest updates from across Greater Manchester direct to your @ @ @ @ @ newsletter You can sign up very simply by following the instructions here Washway Road is @ @ @ @ @ Marsland Road and Sibson Road .
A statement posted by Greater Manchester Police on Twitter @ @ @ @ @ currently responding to an ongoing incident on Washway Road in # Sale .
`` Officers @ @ @ @ @ the concern for welfare of a man on a roof .
Officers are on the @ @ @ @ @ Evening News has contacted the Amblehurst Hotel for a response .

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Police are dealing with a man on the roof of a hotel in Sale.
Officers were called to the incident on Washway Road on Saturday evening.
GMP say there are concerns for the man's welfare. The incident is still ongoing.
He is understood to be on the roof of the Amblehurst Hotel on Washway Road.
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Washway Road is closed in both directions between Marsland Road and Sibson Road.
A statement posted by Greater Manchester Police on Twitter said: "Officers are currently responding to an ongoing incident on Washway Road in #Sale.
"Officers were called to reports of the concern for welfare of a man on a roof. Officers are on the scene."
The Manchester Evening News has contacted the Amblehurst Hotel for a response.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--Man United appear to confirm new Dean Henderson squad number

Manchester United appear to have confirmed goalkeeper Dean Henderson will wear the No.26 in his first full season as a first-team squad member .
Henderson returned to United 's Carrington training complex in August to begin training ahead of the new campaign having spent the 2018-19 and 2019-20 seasons on loan at Sheffield United .
Henderson started for United in their pre-season friendly against Aston Villa on Sunday and a graphic displayed by United 's in-house TV channel had Henderson down as United 's No.26 .
The England youngster 's new long-term United contract was confirmed on August 26 and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ impact at Old Trafford .
“ The pathway that I have been on for the past five years has been fantastic for my development and the invaluable loan period at Sheffield United has been part of that , '' said Henderson .
“ The goalkeeping department at United is excellent ; there are three top-level goalkeepers who have achieved so much in the game and I look forward to working with the group .
The faith that the manager and the club have shown in me with this contract means a lot to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a goalkeeper .
“ I ’ ll be giving everything to improve every day so that I can play as many games as possible for this great club .
“ Now I am looking forward to joining up with the England squad and then preparing for the season ahead.
” Henderson was an unused substitute in England 's Nations League games against Iceland and Denmark .

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Manchester United appear to have confirmed goalkeeper Dean Henderson will wear the No.26 in his first full season as a first-team squad member.
Henderson returned to United's Carrington training complex in August to begin training ahead of the new campaign having spent the 2018-19 and 2019-20 seasons on loan at Sheffield United.
Henderson started for United in their pre-season friendly against Aston Villa on Sunday and a graphic displayed by United's in-house TV channel had Henderson down as United's No.26.
The England youngster's new long-term United contract was confirmed on August 26 and he outlined his ambition to make an impact at Old Trafford.
“The pathway that I have been on for the past five years has been fantastic for my development and the invaluable loan period at Sheffield United has been part of that," said Henderson.
“The goalkeeping department at United is excellent; there are three top-level goalkeepers who have achieved so much in the game and I look forward to working with the group. The faith that the manager and the club have shown in me with this contract means a lot to me and will continue my progression as a goalkeeper.
“I’ll be giving everything to improve every day so that I can play as many games as possible for this great club.
“Now I am looking forward to joining up with the England squad and then preparing for the season ahead.”
Henderson was an unused substitute in England's Nations League games against Iceland and Denmark.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--The most up-to-date coronavirus infection rates across Greater Manchester

Bolton still has the highest infection rate in Greater Manchester .
The infection rate has risen again in the borough , from 179.1 to 184.3 cases per 100,000 people for the week ending September 9 .
Bolton has been made the subject of a firm local lockdown , while Oldham also has tighter restrictions than the rest of Greater Manchester .
The rate in Oldham is still rising at 81.4 .
This has increased from 80.1 in the previous seven day period .
However , Tameside has the second highest infection rate in the region with a figure of 89.2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people had died of coronavirus in Tameside Hospital in one week than anywhere else in the country .
Seven areas are currently in the 'red alert ' zone , while three are 'amber ' .
In Salford , the infection rate fell from 82.3 to 80.4 while Bury 's also dropped from 79.1 to 75.9 .
Manchester 's shifted slightly from 75.4 to 74.9 and Rochdale 's fell from 75.5 to 70.1 .
Wigan , Trafford and Stockport 's infection rates are all increasing , according to the ONS data .
However , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ transmission rates in Greater Manchester .
The Manchester Evening News reports on the region 's infection rates every day as it is the measure used by the government when considering imposing - or lifting - local lockdown measures .
This week , ministers announced new restrictions in Bolton , which will potentially affect every person living in the borough .
They were introduced as a direct response to the spike in infection rates in Bolton reported in the previous days .
Seven other areas in Greater Manchester remain under local restrictions over and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the country .
Again , this is linked directly to the relatively high infection rates .
Earlier this week , the Mayor Andy Burnham said 35 people were admitted to the region ’ s hospitals with Covid-19 over the last seven days - nearly four times higher than three weeks ago .
Mr Burnham is calling for a shielding programme to provide ‘ maximum protection ’ for Greater Manchester ’ s most vulnerable residents over the winter .
The Greater Manchester Mayor also urged people to stick to the guidance in their areas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Burnham also reiterated the importance of hand-washing , wearing face masks and social distancing .

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Bolton still has the highest infection rate in Greater Manchester.
The infection rate has risen again in the borough, from 179.1 to 184.3 cases per 100,000 people for the week ending September 9.
Bolton has been made the subject of a firm local lockdown, while Oldham also has tighter restrictions than the rest of Greater Manchester.
The rate in Oldham is still rising at 81.4. This has increased from 80.1 in the previous seven day period.
However, Tameside has the second highest infection rate in the region with a figure of 89.2.
It emerged on Friday that more people had died of coronavirus in Tameside Hospital in one week than anywhere else in the country.
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Seven areas are currently in the 'red alert' zone, while three are 'amber'.
In Salford, the infection rate fell from 82.3 to 80.4 while Bury's also dropped from 79.1 to 75.9.
Manchester's shifted slightly from 75.4 to 74.9 and Rochdale's fell from 75.5 to 70.1.
Wigan, Trafford and Stockport's infection rates are all increasing, according to the ONS data.
Wigan's rate stands at 41.7, Trafford's 39.5 and Stockport's 39.5.
However, the three boroughs still have the lowest transmission rates in Greater Manchester.
They remain on 'amber' alert.
The Manchester Evening News reports on the region's infection rates every day as it is the measure used by the government when considering imposing - or lifting - local lockdown measures.
This week, ministers announced new restrictions in Bolton, which will potentially affect every person living in the borough. They were introduced as a direct response to the spike in infection rates in Bolton reported in the previous days.
Seven other areas in Greater Manchester remain under local restrictions over and above those faced by the rest of the country. Again, this is linked directly to the relatively high infection rates.
Earlier this week, the Mayor Andy Burnham said 35 people were admitted to the region’s hospitals with Covid-19 over the last seven days - nearly four times higher than three weeks ago.
Mr Burnham is calling for a shielding programme to provide ‘maximum protection’ for Greater Manchester’s most vulnerable residents over the winter.
The Greater Manchester Mayor also urged people to stick to the guidance in their areas - however difficult that might be.
Mr Burnham also reiterated the importance of hand-washing, wearing face masks and social distancing.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-12--BGT viewers complain as Ashley Banjo 'fails to apologise' for BLM dance

Britain 's Got Talent viewers complained that Ashley Banjo 'failed to apologise ' for last week 's controversial Black Lives Matter dance from last week .
Some fans tuned in expecting the show to address the performance by guest judge Ashley and his dance troupe Diversity which prompted more than 10,000 complaints to the watchdog Ofcom .
Diversity ’ s routine during the first semi-final show heavily referenced the death of George Floyd in America and the protests that followed .
The routine was inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement and featured Ashley 's neck being knelt on by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ accused of taking a political stance during a family entertainment show .
Fans hoping for an apology on ITV 's flagship talent show were also rattled by hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly opening the show with a gushing introduction for Ashley , who is standing in after show boss Simon Cowell broke his back in a horror accident .
`` He brings such energy to the series , '' they said about the dancer and choreographer .
However these semi-final shows , which are usually live , were filmed weeks ago because @ @ @ @ @ @ @ apology or acknowledgement from # BGT about the shocking # Diversity dance last week # BoycottBGT , '' said one viewer .
`` No mention of the 15.5k complaints over the BLM s*** , '' moaned another .
`` BGT if you ’ re still going to be allowing Ashley Banjo to be present on the show then unfortunately after all these years I will not be watching like millions of other who are discussed ! ''
complained another .
`` Ok , had to watch first 10mins of BGT , '' tweeted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their best promotion of Ashley Banjo at the start , saying best dance group blah blah .
`` Turned off for good .
No apology , '' commented another viewer .
And another exclaimed : `` Not even an apology from Banjo for last weeks fiasco of a ‘ dance ’ routine which promoted a false impression of all police as racists not setting a good example to young people .
Not a very positive message , '' said another .
But others jumped to Ashley 's defence .
`` FYI ... tonight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ week ’ s show even aired .
So nothing is a reference or a dig at the thousands who didn ’ t like a dance routine .
`` And anyway , Ant and Dec are right , Ashley Banjo is brilliant . ''
And another wrote : `` Just caught up on the performance by # Diversity on # BGT last week and it was incredible .
`` The reason it received so many complaints is exactly what 's wrong with our world @ AshleyBanjo . ''
The passionate performance is now the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the decade .
Ashley took to social media to hit back at critics who posted the message 'we the great British public will only support you if you entertain us and do not say anything about racism . '
He said they 'do not represent or speak for the Great British public . '
`` 2 .
Silence was never and will never be an option , '' he wrote .
`` 3 .
Change is inevitable ... Get used to it .
# Diversity . ''
Diversity , who won BGT 11 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reacting to the criticism .
Ashley 's brother Jordan Banjo 's voice began to crack during his Kiss FM radio show with fellow dancer Perri Kiely , saying some critics have complained Diversity is not diverse enough because there 's only five white people in it .
Jordan continued : `` I ca n't speak for anyone else it 's sad , it 's sad , genuinely .
`` I feel really anxious and worried saying something like black lives matter when that 's all we want man , love and positivity .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ lives matter , as a son and as a dad , I look at Pel ( Perri ) and I just ... it 's all positivity and love , let 's keep it moving . ''
And Ashley shared a post which said : `` I 'm so grateful and overwhelmed by all of the love and support but also by the amount of conversation this performance has thrown up .
2020 has been such a historical year .
`` One day we will look back and realise it was the start of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ITV said about the dance : `` Diversity 's performance offered their take on the extraordinary events of 2020 opening up important topics of conversation .
`` The show was compiled for a family audience . ''

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The controversy over last week's controversial Black Lives Matter dance from last week shows no signs of abating.
Some fans tuned in expecting this week's show to address the performance by guest judge Ashley and his dance troupe Diversity which prompted more than 10,000 complaints to the watchdog Ofcom.
Diversity’s routine during the first semi-final show heavily referenced the death of George Floyd in America and the protests that followed.
The routine was inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement and featured Ashley's neck being knelt on by a white police officer in what many accused of taking a political stance during a family entertainment show.
(Image: ITV)
Fans hoping for an apology on ITV's flagship talent show were also rattled by hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly opening the show with a gushing introduction for Ashley, who is standing in after show boss Simon Cowell broke his back in a horror accident.
"He brings such energy to the series," they said about the dancer and choreographer.
However these semi-final shows, which are usually live, were filmed weeks ago because of the coronavirus.
"So no apology or acknowledgement from #BGT about the shocking #Diversity dance last week #BoycottBGT," said one viewer.
(Image: ITV/BGT)
"BGT if you’re still going to be allowing Ashley Banjo to be present on the show then unfortunately after all these years I will not be watching like millions of other who are discussed!" complained another.
"Ok, had to watch first 10mins of BGT," tweeted another. "Ant and Dec doing their best promotion of Ashley Banjo at the start, saying best dance group blah blah.
"Turned off for good. No apology," commented another viewer.
(Image: ITV/BGT)
And another exclaimed: "Not even an apology from Banjo for last weeks fiasco of a ‘dance’ routine which promoted a false impression of all police as racists not setting a good example to young people. Not a very positive message," said another.
But others jumped to Ashley's defence.
"FYI... tonight’s show was recorded before last week’s show even aired. So nothing is a reference or a dig at the thousands who didn’t like a dance routine.
"And anyway, Ant and Dec are right, Ashley Banjo is brilliant."
And another wrote: "Just caught up on the performance by #Diversity on #BGT last week and it was incredible.
"The reason it received so many complaints is exactly what's wrong with our world @AshleyBanjo."
The passionate performance is now the second most complained about TV moment of the decade.
(Image: ITV/BGT)
Ashley took to social media to hit back at critics who posted the message 'we the great British public will only support you if you entertain us and do not say anything about racism.'
He said they 'do not represent or speak for the Great British public.'
"2. Silence was never and will never be an option," he wrote.
"3. Change is inevitable... Get used to it. #Diversity."
Diversity, who won BGT 11 years ago, have been emotional while reacting to the criticism.
Ashley's brother Jordan Banjo's voice began to crack during his Kiss FM radio show with fellow dancer Perri Kiely, saying some critics have complained Diversity is not diverse enough because there's only five white people in it.
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Jordan continued: "I can't speak for anyone else it's sad, it's sad, genuinely.
"I feel really anxious and worried saying something like black lives matter when that's all we want man, love and positivity.
"No one is saying only black lives matter, as a son and as a dad, I look at Pel (Perri) and I just ... it's all positivity and love, let's keep it moving."
And Ashley shared a post which said: "I'm so grateful and overwhelmed by all of the love and support but also by the amount of conversation this performance has thrown up. 2020 has been such a historical year.
"One day we will look back and realise it was the start of real change."
A spokesperson for ITV said about the dance: "Diversity's performance offered their take on the extraordinary events of 2020 opening up important topics of conversation.
"The show was compiled for a family audience."