themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Where to find trampolines in stock for your garden this spring

If there 's one way of keeping the kids entertained and active during lockdown it 's a trampoline .
And it seems many parents have had the same idea while the children are off , as stocks are selling out as quickly as they arrive online .
That 's why we 've been doing our bit to track them down for you .
While the majority of stores selling them are closed , most are still offering deliveries so you do n't need to be making an unnecessary trip out .
Here 's our pick of where you 'll find @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is expected soon .
The auction site is probably your best bet to get a trampoline delivered quickly .
There are numerous new products featured , with 8ft versions from around £200 and mini enclosed 4.5ft ones from around £150 .
See the site here for full listings .
Smyths has reopened stores for click and collect .
Its range includes the 10ft Jump Power Trampoline and Enclosure , priced £129.99 .
The 12ft version can also be pre-ordered for £179.99 , while the smaller 8ft one is £109.99 .
For those worried @ @ @ @ @ @ @ handy YouTube video to talk you through the assembly instructions .
If you 're looking for a smaller junior trampoline for younger ones , then this blue and yellow one with a handle on the front - for ages three years plus - is expected in stock any day now , costing £34.99 .
If you 've got the space in your garden then Decathlon has its 14ft Domyos trampoline available for £249.99 .
Due to the lockdown , there 's a daily limit to the number of orders it will accept so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the day to get one .
Delivery for bulky items starts from £9.99 .
Visit the website to see the full range of trampolines .
Argos has a wide range of trampolines and there 's limited stock available to order , depending on where you live .
Its range includes the whopping Sportspower 14ft Outdoor Kids Trampoline with Enclosure , £200 , as well as smaller 12ft , 10ft and 8ft versions .
The Chad Valley 6ft Outdoor Kids Trampoline with Enclosure is suitable for over three years and costs £85 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with Enclosure is available for £120 .
Again there 's limited stock .
If you 've got money to splash out then you can order this rather striking trampoline from Amazon and get it delivered within days .
The We R Sports BounceXtreme Spark Trampoline is 8ft wide and in stock now with free delivery , but it 'll set you back £399 .
The supermarket stocks a wide range of Sportspower Premium trampolines , ranging from £119 for the basic 10ft version , to £179 for a 14ft bowl shaped trampoline .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ See the website here .
Wilko has an 8ft Charles Bentley Children 's Monster Trampoline as an online exclusive priced at a bargain £100 .
It 's currently out of stock , but you can submit your email on the website here and you 'll be notified as soon as it becomes available - which we 're told is likely to be May .
While its larger trampolines are currently out of stock - expected back in during July - Wayfair does have some smaller ones available .
The Vihaan 13 ' Round @ @ @ @ @ @ @ available now with free delivery .
With its own grab rail , it 's an ideal first trampoline for little ones from the age of three .
You 'll no doubt recognise the name as plum is one of the most well known names for trampolines , with its products available at various retailers .
But the company has its own website too and while many of its trampolines are unavailable , all is not lost .
Its Create Your Own Trampoline is still available - an 8ft version for £214.99 - if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ black , that are still in stock .
Delivery is free if you spend over £50 .
See Plum 's full range here .
There 's a massive range of trampolines available from Outdoor Toys , most of which can now be pre-ordered , with some stock returning from April 30 .
One of those is the Rebo Base Jump 12FT Trampoline With Halo II Enclosure , £319.95 .
Using Paypal Credit you can pay £15.36 a month .
Others , including the 10ft version of the Halo , are expected in stock @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Junior bouncer toddler trampoline is in stock now , priced £49.95 .
Among the cheapest for trampolines is B & M , but as they do n't deliver , that would mean you having to pick one up if you 're there anyway to buy essentials .
The 12ft version costs £150 and the 8ft version £90 but you 'd be best to call the store first to check stock levels before going .

If there's one way of keeping the kids entertained and active during lockdown it's a trampoline.
And it seems many parents have had the same idea while the children are off, as stocks are selling out as quickly as they arrive online.
That's why we've been doing our bit to track them down for you.
While the majority of stores selling them are closed, most are still offering deliveries so you don't need to be making an unnecessary trip out.
Here's our pick of where you'll find them in stock, or where stock is expected soon.
eBay
The auction site is probably your best bet to get a trampoline delivered quickly.
There are numerous new products featured, with 8ft versions from around £200 and mini enclosed 4.5ft ones from around £150.
See the site here for full listings.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Smyths
Smyths has reopened stores for click and collect.
Its range includes the 10ft Jump Power Trampoline and Enclosure, priced £129.99.
The 12ft version can also be pre-ordered for £179.99, while the smaller 8ft one is £109.99.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
For those worried about putting it together there's a handy YouTube video to talk you through the assembly instructions.
If you're looking for a smaller junior trampoline for younger ones, then this blue and yellow one with a handle on the front - for ages three years plus - is expected in stock any day now, costing £34.99.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
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Decathlon
If you've got the space in your garden then Decathlon has its 14ft Domyos trampoline available for £249.99.
Due to the lockdown, there's a daily limit to the number of orders it will accept so you need to get on there early in the day to get one. Delivery for bulky items starts from £9.99.
Visit the website to see the full range of trampolines.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Argos
Argos has a wide range of trampolines and there's limited stock available to order, depending on where you live.
Its range includes the whopping Sportspower 14ft Outdoor Kids Trampoline with Enclosure, £200, as well as smaller 12ft, 10ft and 8ft versions.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
The Chad Valley 6ft Outdoor Kids Trampoline with Enclosure is suitable for over three years and costs £85, while the blue Plum 4.5ft Kids Trampoline with Enclosure is available for £120. Again there's limited stock.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Amazon
If you've got money to splash out then you can order this rather striking trampoline from Amazon and get it delivered within days.
The We R Sports BounceXtreme Spark Trampoline is 8ft wide and in stock now with free delivery, but it'll set you back £399.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Asda
The supermarket stocks a wide range of Sportspower Premium trampolines, ranging from £119 for the basic 10ft version, to £179 for a 14ft bowl shaped trampoline.
Stock levels are regularly being updated. See the website here.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Wilko
Wilko has an 8ft Charles Bentley Children's Monster Trampoline as an online exclusive priced at a bargain £100.
It's currently out of stock, but you can submit your email on the website here and you'll be notified as soon as it becomes available - which we're told is likely to be May.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Wayfair
While its larger trampolines are currently out of stock - expected back in during July - Wayfair does have some smaller ones available.
The Vihaan 13' Round Kid/Toddler Trampoline is reduced to £66.99 and available now with free delivery.
With its own grab rail, it's an ideal first trampoline for little ones from the age of three.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
plum
You'll no doubt recognise the name as plum is one of the most well known names for trampolines, with its products available at various retailers.
But the company has its own website too and while many of its trampolines are unavailable, all is not lost.
Its Create Your Own Trampoline is still available - an 8ft version for £214.99 - if you select the colours, grey and black, that are still in stock.
Delivery is free if you spend over £50. See Plum's full range here.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Outdoor Toys
There's a massive range of trampolines available from Outdoor Toys, most of which can now be pre-ordered, with some stock returning from April 30.
One of those is the Rebo Base Jump 12FT Trampoline With Halo II Enclosure, £319.95. Using Paypal Credit you can pay £15.36 a month.
Others, including the 10ft version of the Halo, are expected in stock on May 8.
The smaller Rebo Junior bouncer toddler trampoline is in stock now, priced £49.95.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
B&M Stores
Among the cheapest for trampolines is B&M, but as they don't deliver, that would mean you having to pick one up if you're there anyway to buy essentials.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
The 12ft version costs £150 and the 8ft version £90 but you'd be best to call the store first to check stock levels before going.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Man arrested after failing drugs test following crash involving three cars

A man has been arrested following a three car smash in Bolton .
Police were called to the incident on @ @ @ @ @ yesterday afternoon to find a number of vehicles damaged .
Fortunately , nobody was seriously @ @ @ @ @ However , one man was arrested for failing a roadside drugs test , having no @ @ @ @ @ licence .
In a statement on Facebook , a spokesperson for GMP 's Bolton North @ @ @ @ @ [ Police ] attended a three vehicle RTC on Beaumont Road earlier .
`` The @ @ @ @ @ a road side drugs test , as well as having no insurance and no licence @ @ @ @ @ and the vehicle seized . ''
Anyone with information about this incident can call GMP @ @ @ @ @ use the Live Chat feature on www.gmp.police.uk .

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A man has been arrested following a three car smash in Bolton.
Police were called to the incident on Beaumont Road, Lostock, yesterday afternoon to find a number of vehicles damaged.
Fortunately, nobody was seriously injured in the crash.
However, one man was arrested for failing a roadside drugs test, having no insurance and driving without a licence.
In a statement on Facebook, a spokesperson for GMP's Bolton North team, said: "[Police] attended a three vehicle RTC on Beaumont Road earlier.
"The driver of this vehicle failed a road side drugs test, as well as having no insurance and no licence.
The male was arrested and the vehicle seized."
Anyone with information about this incident can call GMP on 101.
Alternatively, use the Live Chat feature on www.gmp.police.uk.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Gabriel Jesus sends selection message to Man City boss Guardiola

Gabriel Jesus is ready to play where he is needed for Manchester City , even if that means moving away from his usual strike position .
Jesus has competed with Sergio Aguero for the sole central striking position under Pep Guardiola since his arrival at the Etihad in 2017 .
In recent months , however , he has found success playing in the same team as Aguero from the wide positions .
His switch to the wing peaked at the Bernabeu as he put in a fine performance from the left as City established a 2-1 lead in the Champions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Now , Jesus says he will play wherever he is needed to help the team , building on his early days playing football - although he admitted he still needs to learn some intricacies of Guardiola 's system .
Jesus told City 's official website : “ I don ’ t have a preference , but most of my life I played as a winger or a second striker , never as a main striker .
“ After 2016 I played a few games like that and after that , I started playing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my time so far at City has been as a striker , but I also played several games out wide .
“ Against Real Madrid I played on the wing .
Usually , when I start as a striker , I naturally tend to go for the flanks .
“ Sometimes I get scolded , but I keep doing that !
At City you need to stay more central because the midfielders create a lot , but I don ’ t always do that !
” Jesus may get scolded , but he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of young players were the main factors behind his decision to join the club .
“ Pep is very intense , ” he said .
“ The main thing you notice is his desire to win , he never drops it but is for our own good .
“ And he likes to work with youngsters and help them develop , that was one of the reasons why I came .
“ I was really happy to choose my team correctly , with a very qualified squad , players , coaches .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the club and the supporters was perfect as well .
”

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Gabriel Jesus is ready to play where he is needed for Manchester City, even if that means moving away from his usual strike position.
Jesus has competed with Sergio Aguero for the sole central striking position under Pep Guardiola since his arrival at the Etihad in 2017. In recent months, however, he has found success playing in the same team as Aguero from the wide positions.
His switch to the wing peaked at the Bernabeu as he put in a fine performance from the left as City established a 2-1 lead in the Champions League last-16 tie with Real Madrid.
Now, Jesus says he will play wherever he is needed to help the team, building on his early days playing football - although he admitted he still needs to learn some intricacies of Guardiola's system.
Jesus told City's official website: “I don’t have a preference, but most of my life I played as a winger or a second striker, never as a main striker.
“After 2016 I played a few games like that and after that, I started playing as a classic striker. Most of my time so far at City has been as a striker, but I also played several games out wide.
“Against Real Madrid I played on the wing. Usually, when I start as a striker, I naturally tend to go for the flanks.
“Sometimes I get scolded, but I keep doing that! At City you need to stay more central because the midfielders create a lot, but I don’t always do that!”
Jesus may get scolded, but he said that Guardiola's passion and development of young players were the main factors behind his decision to join the club.
“Pep is very intense,” he said. “The main thing you notice is his desire to win, he never drops it but is for our own good.
“And he likes to work with youngsters and help them develop, that was one of the reasons why I came.
“I was really happy to choose my team correctly, with a very qualified squad, players, coaches.
“The reception I received from everyone at the club and the supporters was perfect as well.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Wonderkid wingers Man City should pursue to replace Leroy Sane

Leroy Sane remains a transfer target for Bayern Munich , despite Manchester City ’ s desire to keep the young winger at the Etihad .
A contract offer remains on the table for the German , which shows just how highly he is rated by manager Pep Guardiola .
City have undoubtedly missed the injured Sane ’ s directness from the left flank this season .
And it seems that is a situation they will have to get used to as transfer speculation continues to link the youngster with a move to the German champions in the next transfer window @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sane to City , and now he needs to unearth a new wonderkid to play on the left-hand side of his attack .
Here are some possible options , ranging from established stars to 17-year-olds yet to make the breakthrough ... Borussia Dortmund ’ s scouting network is among the best in the world , but perhaps these days it is a little too effective for its own good .
They found another gem in Hakimi , although he will only be in Germany temporarily as he is currently on loan from Real @ @ @ @ @ @ @ twice about letting Hakimi leave temporarily again , with the 21-year-old Moroccan bagging 10 assists in 25 Bundesliga matches this season .
He also has four goals in eight Champions League outings .
As good a dribbler as he is a crosser , Hakimi ’ s direct style of football means he could even turn out to be an upgrade on Sane .
Bayer Leverkusen ’ s lively teenager generally plays as a central attacking midfielder , but his pace , directness and excellent runs after playing a one-two make him perfectly suited @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the left .
Paulinho has only started one league match since moving to the Bundesliga two years ago but has appeared 21 times off the bench , using his speed to re-energise his team against tiring legs .
He possesses an excellent long-range shot , but it is the ability to use creative team-mates as a wall during direct runs down the flanks that really mark him out .
In time , Paulinho should become one of Europe ’ s best wingers .
The 19-year-old came through Club America 's academy , making @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , becoming the third youngest in the club 's history to do so .
Lainez showed enough despite his tender age - five goals in 50 appearances - to earn a move to Spanish side Real Betis in January 2019 .
He signed a five-year deal reportedly worth €14million .
Having represented Mexico from U17 level all the way through to the senior set-up , Lainez predominantly plays off the left-hand side , but counts his versatility as a key strength , along with his dribbling and ability to beat a man .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ run in the Betis side before injury cut his season short .
Undoubtedly the rawest player on this list , and very much one for the future .
By all accounts , Talles Magno is the next skillful Brazilian to follow in the footsteps of Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo with a big-money move .
He is a tall , silky player who jinks and darts on the touchline with classic Brazilian flair .
That sort of thing doesn ’ t always go down well with Guardiola , but at such a tender age @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into the new Sane .
The 17-year-old has started 12 senior games for Vasco in Brazil this season , suggesting he is capable of competing with much older and more experienced players .

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Leroy Sane remains a transfer target for Bayern Munich, despite Manchester City’s desire to keep the young winger at the Etihad.
A contract offer remains on the table for the German, which shows just how highly he is rated by manager Pep Guardiola.
City have undoubtedly missed the injured Sane’s directness from the left flank this season.
And it seems that is a situation they will have to get used to as transfer speculation continues to link the youngster with a move to the German champions in the next transfer window.
It was Guardiola who first brought Sane to City, and now he needs to unearth a new wonderkid to play on the left-hand side of his attack.
Here are some possible options, ranging from established stars to 17-year-olds yet to make the breakthrough...
Achraf Hakimi
Borussia Dortmund’s scouting network is among the best in the world, but perhaps these days it is a little too effective for its own good.
They found another gem in Hakimi, although he will only be in Germany temporarily as he is currently on loan from Real Madrid.
The Spanish giants may think twice about letting Hakimi leave temporarily again, with the 21-year-old Moroccan bagging 10 assists in 25 Bundesliga matches this season. He also has four goals in eight Champions League outings.
As good a dribbler as he is a crosser, Hakimi’s direct style of football means he could even turn out to be an upgrade on Sane.
Paulinho
Bayer Leverkusen’s lively teenager generally plays as a central attacking midfielder, but his pace, directness and excellent runs after playing a one-two make him perfectly suited to replace Sane’s movement on the left.
Paulinho has only started one league match since moving to the Bundesliga two years ago but has appeared 21 times off the bench, using his speed to re-energise his team against tiring legs.
He possesses an excellent long-range shot, but it is the ability to use creative team-mates as a wall during direct runs down the flanks that really mark him out. In time, Paulinho should become one of Europe’s best wingers.
Diego Lainez
The 19-year-old came through Club America's academy, making his senior competitive debut in March 2017, becoming the third youngest in the club's history to do so.
Lainez showed enough despite his tender age - five goals in 50 appearances - to earn a move to Spanish side Real Betis in January 2019. He signed a five-year deal reportedly worth €14million.
Having represented Mexico from U17 level all the way through to the senior set-up, Lainez predominantly plays off the left-hand side, but counts his versatility as a key strength, along with his dribbling and ability to beat a man.
Lainez was starting to get a regular run in the Betis side before injury cut his season short.
Talles Magno
Undoubtedly the rawest player on this list, and very much one for the future.
By all accounts, Talles Magno is the next skillful Brazilian to follow in the footsteps of Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo with a big-money move.
He is a tall, silky player who jinks and darts on the touchline with classic Brazilian flair. That sort of thing doesn’t always go down well with Guardiola, but at such a tender age the City manager could sculpt the teenager into the new Sane.
The 17-year-old has started 12 senior games for Vasco in Brazil this season, suggesting he is capable of competing with much older and more experienced players.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Life-sized animatronic dinosaurs to feature in zoo's virtual lockdown event

Families will be able to see dozens of life-sized animatronic dinosaurs in a live virtual event today .
Paradise Wildlife Park is letting us inside to see its 32 motion sensored dinos as part of a live event on Facebook .
To coincide with World Dinosaur Day , the World of Dinosaurs : LIVE event is on from 4pm on Friday , May 15 , offering a tour around the attraction .
With the Hertfordshire park currently closed amid the pandemic , the zoo is finding other ways to show people around .
Anna Tank , from the wildlife park @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a virtual tour of our 32 life size and motion sensored dinosaurs .
`` There will be a presenter as well to go over all the cool dino facts . ''
It usually costs £3,000 a day to take care of the 800 plus animals on the site .
These funds would usually come from tickets and on site purchases .
With the current loss of income , the park is relying on the generosity and support of viewers , who are urged to donate whatever they can via the JustGiving page here @

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Families will be able to see dozens of life-sized animatronic dinosaurs in a live virtual event today.
Paradise Wildlife Park is letting us inside to see its 32 motion sensored dinos as part of a live event on Facebook.
To coincide with World Dinosaur Day, the World of Dinosaurs: LIVE event is on from 4pm on Friday, May 15, offering a tour around the attraction.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
With the Hertfordshire park currently closed amid the pandemic, the zoo is finding other ways to show people around.
Anna Tank, from the wildlife park, said: "It will be a virtual tour of our 32 life size and motion sensored dinosaurs.
"There will be a presenter as well to go over all the cool dino facts."
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
It usually costs £3,000 a day to take care of the 800 plus animals on the site. These funds would usually come from tickets and on site purchases.
With the current loss of income, the park is relying on the generosity and support of viewers, who are urged to donate whatever they can via the JustGiving page here.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Premier League captains accused of using their agenda in Project Restart meeting

This week 's Premier League meeting has been branded a 'disaster ' after fresh discussions to discuss the season 's possible restart next month .
The MEN understands Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta , West Ham skipper Mark Noble , and Watford leader Troy Deeney were the most vocal in airing their reservations on a conference call on Wednesday .
Chelsea occupy the final Champions League spot but are only three points ahead of Manchester United , while Watford and West Ham are level on 27 points with Bournemouth - in the relegation zone .
The resumption date could now be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ majority of Premier League managers and players are believed to be frustrated by certain clubs said to be using their agenda to block any progress .
A source told the MEN : `` The meeting was a disaster .
Everyone has an agenda and the Premier League has to make decisions and stop listening to everyone . ''
Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho was targeted in the fall-out from Wednesday 's conference call after he took umbrage with certain concerns and expressed his dismay at reports he was blocking the season restart .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the manager 's meeting has been reflected fairly in media , '' Mourinho said in a statement released by Spurs .
`` I have not asked for any delay .
I want to train and am desperate for the Premier League to return as soon as it is safe , particularly now we are seeing other leagues preparing to return to action .
`` I am extremely proud of the way players have maintained fitness - they have shown great professionalism , passion and dedication .
We have been working extremely hard @ @ @ @ @ @ @ running now the pitches are available to use again at training centre .
`` Every player has been extremely committed in terms of their individual work and now we wait for clearance to commence working in small groups again , which I will fully support . ''
Chelsea 's chances of Champions League qualification next season are particularly precarious as they are 3-0 down after the first leg of their round-of-16 tie with Bayern Munich .
United could return to the Champions League via a fourth-place finish in the Premier League or by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ domestic and European competitions resume .
The club that finishes fifth - currently occupied by United - will take Manchester City 's place in the Champions League unless they are successful in their appeal against their two-year ban from Uefa competitions .

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This week's Premier League meeting has been branded a 'disaster' after fresh discussions to discuss the season's possible restart next month.
The MEN understands Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta, West Ham skipper Mark Noble, and Watford leader Troy Deeney were the most vocal in airing their reservations on a conference call on Wednesday.
Chelsea occupy the final Champions League spot but are only three points ahead of Manchester United, while Watford and West Ham are level on 27 points with Bournemouth - in the relegation zone.
The resumption date could now be pushed back to June 19 and the majority of Premier League managers and players are believed to be frustrated by certain clubs said to be using their agenda to block any progress.
A source told the MEN: "The meeting was a disaster. Everyone has an agenda and the Premier League has to make decisions and stop listening to everyone."
Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho was targeted in the fall-out from Wednesday's conference call after he took umbrage with certain concerns and expressed his dismay at reports he was blocking the season restart.
"I don’t think my position in the manager's meeting has been reflected fairly in media," Mourinho said in a statement released by Spurs. "I have not asked for any delay. I want to train and am desperate for the Premier League to return as soon as it is safe, particularly now we are seeing other leagues preparing to return to action.
"I am extremely proud of the way players have maintained fitness - they have shown great professionalism, passion and dedication. We have been working extremely hard through remote squad training sessions and isolated running now the pitches are available to use again at training centre.
"Every player has been extremely committed in terms of their individual work and now we wait for clearance to commence working in small groups again, which I will fully support."
Chelsea's chances of Champions League qualification next season are particularly precarious as they are 3-0 down after the first leg of their round-of-16 tie with Bayern Munich.
United could return to the Champions League via a fourth-place finish in the Premier League or by winning the Europa League, provided the domestic and European competitions resume.
The club that finishes fifth - currently occupied by United - will take Manchester City's place in the Champions League unless they are successful in their appeal against their two-year ban from Uefa competitions.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Every single Starbucks store open in the UK - the full list

This week , Starbucks finally reopened stores after shutting its doors to customers in March .
The coffee chain has now reopened 150 of its branches across the UK , as part of a phased effort to get all stores operating again .
To keep things simple for staff and customers as the chain ensures safety measures are met , a limited menu will be available for the timebeing , but Starbucks has ensured fans that they will still be able to get their hands on some 'favourites ' .
Starbucks says : `` All stores will be serving a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lattes to Cappuccinos , Iced Coffees and Teas to Frappuccinos .
`` Food will also be on offer but with a slightly more restricted menu , focused on our most popular items .
`` As a small gesture of gratitude for everything NHS workers have and continue to do , we ’ re offering a free Tall beverage of their choice at our stores . ''
For now , it 's mostly drive-thru stores that have reopened , but some stores are operating on a takeaway-only basis .
Here is the full list @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We have highlighted those in and around Greater Manchester to help you find them more easily .
To check the opening times of your nearest Starbucks , use the coffee chain 's online store locator .

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This week, Starbucks finally reopened stores after shutting its doors to customers in March.
The coffee chain has now reopened 150 of its branches across the UK, as part of a phased effort to get all stores operating again.
To keep things simple for staff and customers as the chain ensures safety measures are met, a limited menu will be available for the timebeing, but Starbucks has ensured fans that they will still be able to get their hands on some 'favourites'.
Starbucks says: "All stores will be serving a near-complete beverage menu, with everything from Lattes to Cappuccinos, Iced Coffees and Teas to Frappuccinos.
"Food will also be on offer but with a slightly more restricted menu, focused on our most popular items.
"As a small gesture of gratitude for everything NHS workers have and continue to do, we’re offering a free Tall beverage of their choice at our stores."
For now, it's mostly drive-thru stores that have reopened, but some stores are operating on a takeaway-only basis.
Here is the full list of Starbucks stores that are opening. We have highlighted those in and around Greater Manchester to help you find them more easily.
Exeter Honiton Road
Bridgend Waterton Retail Park
Pencoed Technology Park FT
Cardiff Dunleavy Drive Thru
Coryton Longwood Drive DT
Cardiff - Newport Road
Cardiff Ty Glas Retail Park
Swansea Fabian Way
Llansamlet Magic Bean St Davids
Plymouth - Mutley Plain
Farnborough The Meads
Fleet, Cove Road
Slough Brunel Way
Heathrow - Bath Road
Reading - Willow Tree Retail Park
Basingstoke - Houndsmill Park
Liphook - A3 Northbound
Turnham Green Terrace
Newbury Retail Park
Clapham Old Town
Blackfriars Circus
Royal Wharf Starboard Way
Andover Walworth BP
Beckton Gateway Drive Thru
Luton Retail Park
Cheshunt Brookfield Centre
Belvedere Norman Park
Dagengam Elite Coffee Heathway
Portsmouth Lakeside Business Park
Portsmouth Burrfields Road
Southampton Hedge End Retail Park
Milton Keynes Place RP Drive Thru
Brentwood High Street
Swindon Barnfield Close
Loewstoft Belvedere Road
Corby Weldon Connect
Kettering Cherry Hall Road
Wittering A1 Northbound
Peterborough Ortongate
Peterborough Cygnet Road
Northampton St James Drive Thru
Bedford Goldington Road
Leicester Welcome Break East M1J21
Cambridge, Fitzroy Street
Cambridge, New Market Road
Nuneaton, Bermuda Park
Sutterton-Kbeverage-Suffolk
Coventry Tile Hill Drive Thru
Oswestry Mile End A5
Shrewsbury Battlefield Drive Thru
Sheffield Dreakehouse Retain Park Drive Thru
Wakefield Calder Park Drive Thru
Wakefield Snowhill Drive Thru
Batley, Braford Road Drive Thru
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Leeds White Rose Drive Thru
Cleckheaton Centurion Way
Leeds Station, North Concourse
Leeds, Kirckstall Road
Leeds, Harrogate Road
Bradford, Clayton Road
Rochdale Manchester Road
Manchester, Oxford Street
Manchester Barton Dock Drive Thru
Ramsbottom Stubbins Lane
York Food Islands
Wolstanton Drive Thru
Burnley EuroGarages Barracks Road
Lincoln Roman Gate
Bolton Blackburn Road
Stoke-on-Trent Talke Road
Blackburn Beehive Business Park
Warrington Junction 9 Retail Park
Barton under Needwood
Consett Puddlers Corner
Gateshead Metrocentre Retail Park
Newcastle Jesmond
South Shields Newcastle Road Drive Through
Alnwick, Willowburn Retail Park
Hartlepool Green Street Drive Thru
Hartlepool Tuesday Drive Thru
Stockton Collectable Retail Park Drive Thru
Hamilton Palace Grounds Retail Park
Glasgow, London Road
East Kilbride
Livingston, Almondvale Retail Park
Falkirk, Fourth Valley Hospital
Broxburn Edinburgh Road
Glasgow, Great Western Retail Park
Linwood Phoenix Retail Park
Dunfermline Fife Leisure Park
Edinburgh, Craigleith Retail Park
Edinburgh, Sandwich Place
Johnstone Westend High Street
Edinburgh, Leith Walk
Perth, Inveralmond
Inverness, Rose Street
To check the opening times of your nearest Starbucks, use the coffee chain's online store locator.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--You could get paid £500 to test out Nintendo Switch games

While exercise is one of the few freedoms we can enjoy during lockdown , it 's not easy for everyone to get a regular workout in .
Whether you 're frantically juggling home working and childcare , rushed off your feet as a key worker , or having to self-isolate , getting out for a run or a cycle is n't always practical .
Luckily home workouts are on the rise , with gyms streaming fitness classes online and a wealth of free content available on YouTube .
Even your games console can now help you to keep fit - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see the results for yourself .
Sports multivitamin company Lyvit is recruiting four people to test out video game workouts for a month , in a bid to discover how effective 'exergaming ' is .
The successful applicants will be provided with a Nintendo Switch and four games : Ring Fit Adventure , Just Dance 2020 , Zumba Burn It Up and Arms by Lyvit .
They will be required to complete a workout via a game every day for one hour , over four consecutive weeks , while continuing to eat their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ each week they will need to submit a diary detailing their mood and energy levels , as well as their weight .
Lyvit is launching the study after a survey revealed almost half ( 48 % ) of Brits have taken up virtual exercise while in lockdown .
The company 's founders said : `` Exergaming is a relatively unheard of term , but you ’ ll be hard pressed to find someone who hasn ’ t participated in it in one way or another .
`` The exergame that most will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which took the gaming world by storm in 2006 .
Now the industry has evolved to offer more sophisticated games and consoles , and with the current lockdown measures on limited outdoor activity and gym closures , it would seem exergaming is making a comeback .
“ As a sports supplement brand , we ’ re interested to see what sort of impact exergaming really has on overall health , wellbeing and fitness levels .
It ’ s not an area that has been subjected to much research , and with the current @ @ @ @ @ @ @ perfect time to do some investigating .
`` We ’ re really looking to recruit average members of the British public , so if you think you ’ d enjoy jumping around in front of your telly for an hour a day , please apply !
” Applicants must be aged between 18 and 65 , with a BMI between 25 and 29 , and no underlying health conditions , such as diabetes , arthritis or heart disease .
The deadline for applications is May 29 .
To apply visit lyvit.co.uk/career/exergamer .

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While exercise is one of the few freedoms we can enjoy during lockdown, it's not easy for everyone to get a regular workout in.
Whether you're frantically juggling home working and childcare, rushed off your feet as a key worker, or having to self-isolate, getting out for a run or a cycle isn't always practical.
Luckily home workouts are on the rise, with gyms streaming fitness classes online and a wealth of free content available on YouTube.
Even your games console can now help you to keep fit - and you can get paid £500 to see the results for yourself.
Sports multivitamin company Lyvit is recruiting four people to test out video game workouts for a month, in a bid to discover how effective 'exergaming' is.
The successful applicants will be provided with a Nintendo Switch and four games: Ring Fit Adventure, Just Dance 2020, Zumba Burn It Up and Arms by Lyvit.
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They will be required to complete a workout via a game every day for one hour, over four consecutive weeks, while continuing to eat their normal diet.
At the end of each week they will need to submit a diary detailing their mood and energy levels, as well as their weight.
Lyvit is launching the study after a survey revealed almost half (48%) of Brits have taken up virtual exercise while in lockdown.
The company's founders said: "Exergaming is a relatively unheard of term, but you’ll be hard pressed to find someone who hasn’t participated in it in one way or another.
"The exergame that most will be aware of is the Wii Fit, which took the gaming world by storm in 2006. Now the industry has evolved to offer more sophisticated games and consoles, and with the current lockdown measures on limited outdoor activity and gym closures, it would seem exergaming is making a comeback.
“As a sports supplement brand, we’re interested to see what sort of impact exergaming really has on overall health, wellbeing and fitness levels. It’s not an area that has been subjected to much research, and with the current climate, now seems to be the perfect time to do some investigating.
"We’re really looking to recruit average members of the British public, so if you think you’d enjoy jumping around in front of your telly for an hour a day, please apply!”
Applicants must be aged between 18 and 65, with a BMI between 25 and 29, and no underlying health conditions, such as diabetes, arthritis or heart disease.
The deadline for applications is May 29. To apply visit lyvit.co.uk/career/exergamer.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Bernardo explains Fernandinho chat that changed Man City mindset

A conversation with Fernandinho helped change the way Bernardo Silva approached games at Manchester City .
The former Monaco star had to bide his time to earn a regular starting spot but shone last season with Kevin De Bruyne missing large chunks of the campaign through injury .
Bernardo was the dynamo of a team that retained its Premier League title in formidable style , with the Portugal international seemingly never tired despite the gruelling schedule .
According to Bernardo , that attitude did not come immediately but was picked up after Fernandinho caught him grumbling about his injury problems @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 35 this month , gently reminded his younger colleague that pain was something he would have to get used to if he was to play regularly .
“ When you play once every three of four days , four or five seasons in a row , it starts getting more difficult .
You get more tired , having little problems , '' Bernardo said .
`` I remember once talking with Fernandinho about this and after one training session I was complaining about my back , my leg and he just said 'Bernardo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get to my age , you won ’ t play a game without pain in three different parts of your body ! '
From that moment I thought 'OK , let ’ s do it . '
`` It doesn ’ t matter if you have pain in your left leg , in your right arm , your head , it doesn ’ t matter ; you go for it .
It won ’ t solve the problem complaining .
You try to eat , sleep , have a good lifestyle and just @ @ @ @ @

A conversation with Fernandinho helped change the way Bernardo Silva approached games at Manchester City.
The former Monaco star had to bide his time to earn a regular starting spot but shone last season with Kevin De Bruyne missing large chunks of the campaign through injury. Bernardo was the dynamo of a team that retained its Premier League title in formidable style, with the Portugal international seemingly never tired despite the gruelling schedule.
According to Bernardo, that attitude did not come immediately but was picked up after Fernandinho caught him grumbling about his injury problems. The veteran Brazilian, who turned 35 this month, gently reminded his younger colleague that pain was something he would have to get used to if he was to play regularly.
“When you play once every three of four days, four or five seasons in a row, it starts getting more difficult. You get more tired, having little problems," Bernardo said.
"I remember once talking with Fernandinho about this and after one training session I was complaining about my back, my leg and he just said 'Bernardo, you are 25, when you get to my age, you won’t play a game without pain in three different parts of your body!' From that moment I thought 'OK, let’s do it.'
"It doesn’t matter if you have pain in your left leg, in your right arm, your head, it doesn’t matter; you go for it. It won’t solve the problem complaining. You try to eat, sleep, have a good lifestyle and just go for it."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Raul Jimenez stance on Man Utd transfer and more rumours

Raul Jimenez has his heart set on a move to Liverpool and would reject the advances of Manchester United to seal a switch to Anfield - according to reports .
United were linked with a move for the Mexico international back in January when Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admitted the club were in the market for a new striker .
The United boss was asked about reported interest in Jimenez following a meeting between the two sides but refused to be drawn on the speculation .
United are expected to sign a new forward this summer and Jimenez continues to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
However , reports in Spain suggest the 29-year-old has no interest in joining the Reds as he would prefer a switch to their fierce rivals Liverpool .
The striker is reportedly a huge fan of Jurgen Klopp and believes the German coach can bring the best out of him .
It adds Klopp is also a fan of Jimenez and would be open to the idea of bringing him to Liverpool .
MEN Sport understand Jimenez is not a priority target for Solskjaer as he does not fit the profile of players @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the club .
Elsewhere , reports in Portugal suggest United will not be able to tempt Benfica into a deal for striker Carlos Vinicius .
The forward is another name to be linked with United following a sensational season so far .
Vinicius has scored 15 times in 22 league appearances and his impressive form has reportedly attracted interest from both United and Liverpool .
However , O Jogo claim the Portuguese side have no interest in allowing the Brazilian to leave and plan on keeping him for another season at least @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up .

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Raul Jimenez has his heart set on a move to Liverpool and would reject the advances of Manchester United to seal a switch to Anfield - according to reports.
United were linked with a move for the Mexico international back in January when Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admitted the club were in the market for a new striker.
The United boss was asked about reported interest in Jimenez following a meeting between the two sides but refused to be drawn on the speculation.
United are expected to sign a new forward this summer and Jimenez continues to be linked with a move to Old Trafford.
However, reports in Spain suggest the 29-year-old has no interest in joining the Reds as he would prefer a switch to their fierce rivals Liverpool.
The striker is reportedly a huge fan of Jurgen Klopp and believes the German coach can bring the best out of him.
It adds Klopp is also a fan of Jimenez and would be open to the idea of bringing him to Liverpool.
MEN Sport understand Jimenez is not a priority target for Solskjaer as he does not fit the profile of players the United boss is looking to bring to the club.
Elsewhere, reports in Portugal suggest United will not be able to tempt Benfica into a deal for striker Carlos Vinicius.
The forward is another name to be linked with United following a sensational season so far.
Vinicius has scored 15 times in 22 league appearances and his impressive form has reportedly attracted interest from both United and Liverpool.
However, O Jogo claim the Portuguese side have no interest in allowing the Brazilian to leave and plan on keeping him for another season at least in order to bring his transfer fee up.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Premier League star rates Wan-Bissaka above Alexander-Arnold

Patrick van Aanholt says that Manchester United star Aaron Wan-Bissaka is a better full-back that Liverpool 's Trent Alexander-Arnold - `` without a shadow of doubt '' .
The Crystal Palace left-back was a teammate of Wan-Bissaka 's until the right-back 's move to Old Trafford last summer .
And the 22-year-old 's form has meant many comparisons with Alexander-Arnold , who he is likely to challenge with for the role of England 's starting right-back for some years .
But Van Aanholt says that while Alexander-Arnold has an impressive arsenal when attacking , Wan-Bissaka is a much more fearsome @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than Alexander-Arnold ?
Without a shadow of doubt , '' Van Aanholt told the Counter Attack podcast .
`` They are different players .
Defensively , Aaron is unbelievable , better than Trent .
`` Yes , Trent has got his attacking and his corners , his right foot .
But if you ask Wilf [ Zaha ] who he would want to play against , every other day , Trent or Wan-Bissaka , I think he will say Trent .
`` I have got respect for Trent , because he does everything @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but defensively , just ask [ Raheem ] Sterling how good Wan-Bissaka is .
`` it is a problem , and he will switch .
He is one of the best right-backs .
I think he could be , his attacking is good , but he needs more goals or assists to his name .
`` Defending comes first , but in the modern game , you need to attack , and at United , you get more of the ball , so go forward and show what you have got , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Van Aanholt then continued the conversation on Twitter , adding more praise for Wan-Bissaka .
`` I see some of you get in your feelings about AWB vs TAA , '' he added .
`` To be clear , Trent is a fantastic full-back , all I 'm saying is defensively AWB is one of the hardest players in the league to beat 1v1 , that 's all I 've said ... now you can debate .
`` He will continue to get better and develop , this is 100 % true @ @ @ @ @ @ @ got past Wan-Bissaka in training , Van Aanholt stated : `` No-one does . ''
Wan-Bissaka joined United in a deal worth an initial £45million , and signed a five-year contract at Old Trafford .
He has gone on to make 34 appearances in all competitions for United , creating two goals in the Premier League .

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Patrick van Aanholt says that Manchester United star Aaron Wan-Bissaka is a better full-back that Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold - "without a shadow of doubt".
The Crystal Palace left-back was a teammate of Wan-Bissaka's until the right-back's move to Old Trafford last summer.
And the 22-year-old's form has meant many comparisons with Alexander-Arnold, who he is likely to challenge with for the role of England's starting right-back for some years.
But Van Aanholt says that while Alexander-Arnold has an impressive arsenal when attacking, Wan-Bissaka is a much more fearsome prospect for opposition attackers.
"Better than Alexander-Arnold? Without a shadow of doubt," Van Aanholt told the Counter Attack podcast.
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"They are different players. Defensively, Aaron is unbelievable, better than Trent.
"Yes, Trent has got his attacking and his corners, his right foot. But if you ask Wilf [Zaha] who he would want to play against, every other day, Trent or Wan-Bissaka, I think he will say Trent.
"I have got respect for Trent, because he does everything with his assists and he is great, but defensively, just ask [Raheem] Sterling how good Wan-Bissaka is.
"it is a problem, and he will switch. He is one of the best right-backs. I think he could be, his attacking is good, but he needs more goals or assists to his name.
"Defending comes first, but in the modern game, you need to attack, and at United, you get more of the ball, so go forward and show what you have got, but he has been doing good."
Van Aanholt then continued the conversation on Twitter, adding more praise for Wan-Bissaka.
"I see some of you get in your feelings about AWB vs TAA," he added. "To be clear, Trent is a fantastic full-back, all I'm saying is defensively AWB is one of the hardest players in the league to beat 1v1, that's all I've said... now you can debate.
"He will continue to get better and develop, this is 100% true."
When asked if he ever got past Wan-Bissaka in training, Van Aanholt stated: "No-one does."
Wan-Bissaka joined United in a deal worth an initial £45million, and signed a five-year contract at Old Trafford.
He has gone on to make 34 appearances in all competitions for United, creating two goals in the Premier League.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Catherine Tyldesley hosts pub quiz to thank NHS 'angels' for saving her mum

Former Corrie star Catherine Tyldesley has launched an online pub quiz to raise funds for the NHS as a thank you to them for saving her mum 's life .
Catherine is one of the celebrity quiz masters for the charity event aiming to raise £500,000 for NHS Charities Together , supporting the National Health Service , its staff , volunteers and patients .
Catherine , 36 , spoke out this week after her mum Janet was admitted to Salford Royal Hospital last Friday night needing emergency surgery - just a month after she said both her parents were battling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ played barmaid Eva Price in Coronation Street , was full of relief on Wednesday as she finally got to take her mum home and praised the 'angels ' who are working on the NHS frontline .
She said alongside a poignant photo of her holding her mum 's hand while wearing hospital gloves : `` It 's been a horrendous six days .
`` Mum was admitted to ICU on Friday night , needing emergency surgery .
`` The worry was like nothing I 've ever known .
I want to take this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to our NHS and to Salford Royal Hospital . ''
Saying doctors worked around the clock to treat her mum and protect her from coronavirus , she said : `` In the six days she spent in ICU she witnessed heartbreak and miracles .
Each time I spoke to her describing the medical staff as 'angels ' .
`` My mum has spent a week of her life with the greatest of heroes . ''
Catherine , from Walkden , will be joined by stars including fellow former Corrie stars Hayley Tamaddon and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Oberman , The Apprentice finalist Luisa Zissman to act as quiz masters .
The quiz will be held on Friday May 22 at 8pm and up to 100,000 teams are expected to join in the game from all over the world .
Catherine said about the event : “ This is a thank you from me to the NHS for saving my mum ’ s life .
`` This is just one small way that I can repay the never-ending gratitude I have for the amazing doctors and nurses of the NHS .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ NHS and will be forever in debt to the angels at Salford Royal Hospital who cared for my mum .
It has been a horrendous week for my family and having mum back home now is nothing short of miraculous . ''
Sharing a photo of herself in a rainbow hoodie on her Instagram the actress urged her followers : `` Join me and lots of other familiar faces in the BEST pub quiz ever !
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Raising money for our heroes !
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The charity event is being organised by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lassman .
Each team pays £5 to enter and all proceeds go to the NHS .
There ’ s a £1,000 prize for the winning quiz team .
The quiz will run for about an hour with 50 questions , 10 rounds of five questions on topics including TV , sport , general knowledge , entertainment , food and drink , music , history , literature , science and geography .
Questions are multiple choice .
Daniel Lassman , CEO and founder of PubQuizParty.com , who was fired by Lord Sugar in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ago , said : “ Everyone loves a pub quiz in Britain and everyone love the good work by the NHS , so I thought we would combine the two things .
You can register for the quiz at pubquizparty.com

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Former Corrie star Catherine Tyldesley has launched an online pub quiz to raise funds for the NHS as a thank you to them for saving her mum's life.
Catherine is one of the celebrity quiz masters for the charity event aiming to raise £500,000 for NHS Charities Together, supporting the National Health Service, its staff, volunteers and patients.
Catherine, 36, spoke out this week after her mum Janet was admitted to Salford Royal Hospital last Friday night needing emergency surgery - just a month after she said both her parents were battling coronavirus.
The soap star, who played barmaid Eva Price in Coronation Street, was full of relief on Wednesday as she finally got to take her mum home and praised the 'angels' who are working on the NHS frontline.
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She said alongside a poignant photo of her holding her mum's hand while wearing hospital gloves: "It's been a horrendous six days.
"Mum was admitted to ICU on Friday night, needing emergency surgery.
"The worry was like nothing I've ever known. I want to take this opportunity to express my never ending gratitude to our NHS and to Salford Royal Hospital."
Saying doctors worked around the clock to treat her mum and protect her from coronavirus, she said: "In the six days she spent in ICU she witnessed heartbreak and miracles. Each time I spoke to her describing the medical staff as 'angels'.
"My mum has spent a week of her life with the greatest of heroes."
Catherine, from Walkden, will be joined by stars including fellow former Corrie stars Hayley Tamaddon and Scott Wright, EastEnders star Tracy Ann Oberman, The Apprentice finalist Luisa Zissman to act as quiz masters.
The quiz will be held on Friday May 22 at 8pm and up to 100,000 teams are expected to join in the game from all over the world.
Catherine said about the event: “This is a thank you from me to the NHS for saving my mum’s life.
"This is just one small way that I can repay the never-ending gratitude I have for the amazing doctors and nurses of the NHS.
"I will do anything for our NHS and will be forever in debt to the angels at Salford Royal Hospital who cared for my mum. It has been a horrendous week for my family and having mum back home now is nothing short of miraculous."
Sharing a photo of herself in a rainbow hoodie on her Instagram the actress urged her followers: "Join me and lots of other familiar faces in the BEST pub quiz ever!! Raising money for our heroes!!!"
The charity event is being organised by ex-Apprentice star and quiz company director Daniel Lassman.
Each team pays £5 to enter and all proceeds go to the NHS. There’s a £1,000 prize for the winning quiz team.
The quiz will run for about an hour with 50 questions, 10 rounds of five questions on topics including TV, sport, general knowledge, entertainment, food and drink, music, history, literature, science and geography. Questions are multiple choice.
Daniel Lassman, CEO and founder of PubQuizParty.com, who was fired by Lord Sugar in the interview stage of the show six years ago, said: “Everyone loves a pub quiz in Britain and everyone love the good work by the NHS, so I thought we would combine the two things.
You can register for the quiz at pubquizparty.com


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Man City evening headlines as Guardiola's next move touted

Here are the Manchester City evening headlines for Friday , 15 May .
Manchester City assistant Manel Estiarte has confirmed that coaching in Italy is part of Pep Guardiola 's future plans .
Estiarte has been at the heart of Guardiola 's career as a coach and remains a key figure of the backroom staff at the Etihad , having moved with Guardiola from Barcelona and Bayern Munich .
There have been reports of strong Juventus interest in Guardiola for more than a year , with fervent speculation that the coach would join last summer and more rumours resurfacing following @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Blues in February 2019 .
Estiarte explained that Serie A does appeal , but did not put a timeframe on any decision .
Kevin de Bruyne cost a hefty £54million when Manchester City signed him back in the summer of 2015 , but he has repaid that and plenty more with his influential performances in the Premier League since then .
And the Belgian had already impressed his future manager Pep Guardiola when the two were in the Bundesliga , as the midfielder tore apart Pep ’ s Bayern Munich in an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ twice and assisting once more .
A total haul of 21 assists that campaign led to his City move , and former manager Dieter Hecking told MEN that De Bruyne was the “ piece of the puzzle ... who can make the difference at any time.
” He has barely stopped creating goals since then and has 16 assists in the Premier League 2019/20 campaign according to WhoScored .
Toni Kroos has been linked with a move to the Etihad this summer but the German has suggested that any such move is unlikely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the Premier League .
The Real Madrid star still has three years remaining on his contract and has every intention of seeing out his time at the Santiago Bernabeu , telling Eurosport : “ I definitely plan to be with Real for these three years .
`` Then it is a good time at 33 to question yourself : what does it look like physically , what does motivation look like - I still feel like it to keep going ?
`` If something comes together and you say : 'Okay , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are just good enough and you still feel like it ' , I would not rule it out , but then a move to England , which is also played very physically , I ca n't imagine that at 33.
” Kroos was an unused substitute for Real in the Champions League last 16 first leg against Manchester City in February and could yet feature in any second leg played , with City leading 2-1 .

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Here are the Manchester City evening headlines for Friday, 15 May.
Pep's future revealed
Manchester City assistant Manel Estiarte has confirmed that coaching in Italy is part of Pep Guardiola's future plans.
Estiarte has been at the heart of Guardiola's career as a coach and remains a key figure of the backroom staff at the Etihad, having moved with Guardiola from Barcelona and Bayern Munich.
There have been reports of strong Juventus interest in Guardiola for more than a year, with fervent speculation that the coach would join last summer and more rumours resurfacing following the Champions League ban handed out to the Blues in February 2019.
Estiarte explained that Serie A does appeal, but did not put a timeframe on any decision.
How De Bruyne wowed Guardiola and earned City move
Kevin de Bruyne cost a hefty £54million when Manchester City signed him back in the summer of 2015, but he has repaid that and plenty more with his influential performances in the Premier League since then.
And the Belgian had already impressed his future manager Pep Guardiola when the two were in the Bundesliga, as the midfielder tore apart Pep’s Bayern Munich in an emotionally charged fixture in 2014/15, scoring twice and assisting once more.
A total haul of 21 assists that campaign led to his City move, and former manager Dieter Hecking told MEN that De Bruyne was the “piece of the puzzle...who can make the difference at any time.”
He has barely stopped creating goals since then and has 16 assists in the Premier League 2019/20 campaign according to WhoScored.
Kroos future update amid City links
Toni Kroos has been linked with a move to the Etihad this summer but the German has suggested that any such move is unlikely as he admits he may never play in the Premier League.
The Real Madrid star still has three years remaining on his contract and has every intention of seeing out his time at the Santiago Bernabeu, telling Eurosport: “I definitely plan to be with Real for these three years.
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"Then it is a good time at 33 to question yourself: what does it look like physically, what does motivation look like - I still feel like it to keep going?
"If something comes together and you say: 'Okay, one more year here, because you are just good enough and you still feel like it', I would not rule it out, but then a move to England, which is also played very physically, I can't imagine that at 33.”
Kroos was an unused substitute for Real in the Champions League last 16 first leg against Manchester City in February and could yet feature in any second leg played, with City leading 2-1.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Man Utd headlines as Matondo interested in Old Trafford switch

Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Friday , May 15 .
MEN Sport understands Wales and Schalke winger Rabbi Matondo , once of Manchester City , would be interested in a switch to Old Trafford .
The 19-year-old , who scored his first Bundesliga goal in September , could be a cut-price option for United if they fail to bring in Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund .
Matondo , who cost the German club £11.3m from City in January 2019 , has played 13 times for Schalke this season and is a team-mate of Daniel James in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ November ’ s victory over Azerbaijan .
And MEN Sport understands Matondo ’ s friendship with James could be a factor in the teenager considering United as an option .
The youngster will return to action this weekend as Schalke take on Borussia Dortmund in their first game back in the Bundesliga following the league ’ s hiatus .
Premier League captains cause of frustration in ‘ disaster ’ meeting A number of captains of Premier League clubs have contributed to a disastrous Project Restart meeting as the English top-flight discusses its future @ @ @ @ @ @ @ meeting was a disaster .
Everyone has an agenda and the Premier League has to make decisions and stop listening to everyone , '' a source said .
It has been suggested Chelsea ’ s Cesar Azpilicueta , Watford ’ s Troy Deeney and West Ham United ’ s Mark Noble were the most vocal in their objections during the meeting , which could ultimately play a part in determining the final position of the Premier League ’ s 20 clubs .
West Ham and Watford are separated by goal difference just above @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are still due to play each other before the end of the season .
Chelsea currently sit fourth , one place and three points above Manchester United in the final Champions League spot , though the team finishing fifth could yet make it into the Champions League if Manchester City are unsuccessful in their appeal against a European ban .
Charlie Wellens , the son of former Manchester United academy product Richie , has signed his first professional contract with the club .
The 17-year-old midfielder has scored five goals for United ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in all four of this season ’ s FA Youth Cup victories against Lincoln , Norwich , Leeds and Wigan .
He also featured once for the U23s , in a Premier League 2 meeting with Middlesbrough in which he came off the bench to replace Arnau Puigmal .
Richie Wellens played once for United ’ s first team after coming through the academy , a League Cup defeat at Aston Villa in the 1999/2000 season , and played for clubs including Leicester and Blackpool during a long Football League career .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ professional contract at the biggest club in the world .
To say I ’ m proud to see Charlie sign his is an understatement , ” tweeted Richie Wellens , who is now manager of Swindon Town in League Two .

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Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Friday, May 15.
Update on Matondo’s future amid United transfer links
MEN Sport understands Wales and Schalke winger Rabbi Matondo, once of Manchester City, would be interested in a switch to Old Trafford.
The 19-year-old, who scored his first Bundesliga goal in September, could be a cut-price option for United if they fail to bring in Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund.
Matondo, who cost the German club £11.3m from City in January 2019, has played 13 times for Schalke this season and is a team-mate of Daniel James in the Welsh national set-up, replacing James during November’s victory over Azerbaijan.
And MEN Sport understands Matondo’s friendship with James could be a factor in the teenager considering United as an option.
The youngster will return to action this weekend as Schalke take on Borussia Dortmund in their first game back in the Bundesliga following the league’s hiatus.
Premier League captains cause of frustration in ‘disaster’ meeting
A number of captains of Premier League clubs have contributed to a disastrous Project Restart meeting as the English top-flight discusses its future, the MEN understands.
"The meeting was a disaster. Everyone has an agenda and the Premier League has to make decisions and stop listening to everyone," a source said.
It has been suggested Chelsea’s Cesar Azpilicueta, Watford’s Troy Deeney and West Ham United’s Mark Noble were the most vocal in their objections during the meeting, which could ultimately play a part in determining the final position of the Premier League’s 20 clubs.
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West Ham and Watford are separated by goal difference just above the relegation spots, and the teams are still due to play each other before the end of the season.
Chelsea currently sit fourth, one place and three points above Manchester United in the final Champions League spot, though the team finishing fifth could yet make it into the Champions League if Manchester City are unsuccessful in their appeal against a European ban.
First professional contract for United teenager
Charlie Wellens, the son of former Manchester United academy product Richie, has signed his first professional contract with the club.
The 17-year-old midfielder has scored five goals for United’s U18s this season, and started in all four of this season’s FA Youth Cup victories against Lincoln, Norwich, Leeds and Wigan.
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He also featured once for the U23s, in a Premier League 2 meeting with Middlesbrough in which he came off the bench to replace Arnau Puigmal.
Richie Wellens played once for United’s first team after coming through the academy, a League Cup defeat at Aston Villa in the 1999/2000 season, and played for clubs including Leicester and Blackpool during a long Football League career.
"Twenty-three years ago I signed my first professional contract at the biggest club in the world. To say I’m proud to see Charlie sign his is an understatement,” tweeted Richie Wellens, who is now manager of Swindon Town in League Two.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Gogglebox stars share hilarious lockdown update

Lockdown has changed all of us and there 's no getting away from it .
But at least we 're not the only ones as two Gogglebox stars have proven .
Best pals and Channel 4 stars Jenny Newby and Lee Riley have continued to keep us entertained week on week with their take on the telly alongside other families across the country .
Thankfully , the hit show is able to carry on airing during the coronavirus pandemic as bosses have figured out a way of filming that keeps to social distancing guidelines .
And viewers were slightly confused @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still appear on the show together .
Turns out , the pair have decided to lockdown together at Jenny 's caravan in Hull .
And with the strict restrictions now in its eighth week , things have taken its toll .
Taking to the pairs joint Twitter account , the best friends joked that `` blended into each other '' over the course of lockdown - mainly down to their new hair looks .
They wrote alongside a selfie : `` WEEK 8 in isolation .
When you start blending into each other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be bothered what you look like .
`` Happy # Gogglebox Friday everyone hope you are all keeping well .
An hour of light relief and laughter for you much love to you all . ''
@ C4Gogglebox # StaySafe . ''
And fans were absolutely cracking up at the snap , with some referencing some familiarities .
`` You both look like Philip Schofield , '' joked one .
Another said : `` Crikey have you both had your fingers in the plug sockets , looking forward to seeing you both again @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
`` All I could see when I saw this picture was @ Schofe , '' added a third .
While a fourth said : `` Love you both , rocking the twin look . ''

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Lockdown has changed all of us and there's no getting away from it.
But at least we're not the only ones as two Gogglebox stars have proven.
Best pals and Channel 4 stars Jenny Newby and Lee Riley have continued to keep us entertained week on week with their take on the telly alongside other families across the country.
Thankfully, the hit show is able to carry on airing during the coronavirus pandemic as bosses have figured out a way of filming that keeps to social distancing guidelines.
And viewers were slightly confused as to why Jenny and Lee could still appear on the show together.
Turns out, the pair have decided to lockdown together at Jenny's caravan in Hull.
And with the strict restrictions now in its eighth week, things have taken its toll.
Taking to the pairs joint Twitter account, the best friends joked that "blended into each other" over the course of lockdown - mainly down to their new hair looks.
They wrote alongside a selfie: "WEEK 8 in isolation. When you start blending into each other and Carn’t [sic] be bothered what you look like.
"Happy #Gogglebox Friday everyone hope you are all keeping well. An hour of light relief and laughter for you much love to you all." @C4Gogglebox#StaySafe."
And fans were absolutely cracking up at the snap, with some referencing some familiarities.
"You both look like Philip Schofield," joked one.
Another said: "Crikey have you both had your fingers in the plug sockets , looking forward to seeing you both again tonight for another hour of enlightening entertainment."
"All I could see when I saw this picture was @Schofe," added a third.
While a fourth said: "Love you both, rocking the twin look."
Gogglebox airs Friday at 9pm on Channel 4.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-05-15--Mayor demands cash and clarity over scrapping of Covid hotel policy for homeless

Greater Manchester ’ s mayor has written to the communities secretary demanding clarity on his policy for homeless people during the continuing pandemic - and confirming councils have been told to ‘ draw a line ’ under the policy of self-isolating them in hotels .
Andy Burnham says the government has been ‘ clear ’ to local authorities that rough sleepers should now be moved out of hotels , noting that there are still 800 people in that position here and calling it ‘ an extremely challenging task to deliver ’ .
He adds that the government has also provided @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Burnham was writing to Robert Jenrick after the Manchester Evening News revealed the ‘ Everyone In ’ policy - guidance from government to councils issued in March that said they should self isolate all rough sleepers , if necessary in hotels , and that they would be supported financially to do so - had been wound up , according to advice received by local officials .
The story was based on an internal report circulated by officials here to council leaders on Wednesday , noting that they had also been informed there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the scheme .
The Ministry of Housing , Communities and Local Government issued a vehement rebuttal to the M.E.N ’ s original story today , insisting more than 90pc of rough sleepers put up in hotels nationally had already been offered accommodation , but adding that ‘ it is only responsible that we work with partners to ensure rough sleepers can move into long-term , safe accommodation once the immediate crisis is over ’ .
It also refuted any suggestion ‘ funding has been withdrawn ’ and branded the article ‘ inaccurate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Burnham ’ s letter to the secretary of state makes clear that the ‘ Everyone In ’ programme has indeed been scrapped , as outlined in Wednesday ’ s report by officials .
It also suggests half of the 1,600 people put up in hotels here are yet to be found accommodation .
And it confirms there remains major uncertainty over funding , particularly due to the way town hall bailouts have been distributed in recent weeks , which has seen deprivation removed as a factor in the formula .
“ In the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ made it clear that our councils should ‘ draw a line ’ under the policy and start moving people on from the short term accommodation that has been stood up , much of it in hotels , ” he writes .
“ As we have around 800 people still in accommodation , I am sure you will appreciate that this is an extremely challenging task that will take some time to deliver.
” On funding , he adds : “ There is a concern amongst our councils that the level of funding provided @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are meant to pay for ‘ Everyone In ’ from general funding allocated to councils by the government .
However , as you know , deprivation weighting was removed from the allocation formula for the latest round of funding .
“ As a result , 9 out of our 10 councils saw a significant reduction in funding .
Given that levels of homelessness are linked to deprivation , I find it hard to understand how the department can claim to have fully funded the ‘ Everyone In ’ policy even on its own @ @ @ @ @ @ @ certainty that funding will be made available for those who have become homeless during the period of the lockdown ’ , he writes , as well as a more ‘ flexible timescale to move people on from their current temporary accommodation ’ .
The so-called 'Everyone In ' policy was introduced in late March by government , in an attempt to ensure homeless people were protected during the pandemic .
Councils were written to and advised to do everything they could to get people off the streets and indoors .
In a letter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ minister Luke Hall noted it would be necessary to 'step down ' people from hotels in the future , but said that while £1.6bn had been made available to town halls for general coronavirus pressures at that point , government would also be 'working with local authorities to develop an ongoing assessment of costs ' .
Since then , councils in Greater Manchester have reported a vast funding shortfall , with Manchester - which has the biggest homeless problem in the conurbation and one of the worst in the country - reimbursed for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pressures it expects this year .
After being advised of the change in government policy , the region is now working through possible accommodation for people in the hotels , in order to avoid them having to return to the streets .
That has raised both practical concerns - in terms of lack of suitable space or housing - and funding issues , since councils are already incurring higher costs than have been guaranteed by government .
In his letter , Mr Burnham also says the phrase ‘ Everyone In ’ is also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ government had only ever funded those people who were already on the streets when the lockdown began .
“ At the start of the outbreak , we were encouraged to do what we could to develop an ‘ Everyone In ’ approach and that we would be covered for the costs we incurred , '' he writes .
“ We took that to mean anyone who might otherwise be sleeping rough during lockdown .
However , it was some weeks later that your department explained to us that ‘ Everyone In ’ only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not those made homeless during lockdown .
“ We identified 1,000 people before who we thought would need our help but have ended up supporting over 1,500 people .
If we hadn ’ t taken the decision to support those 500 extra people , many would have ended up sleeping rough .
“ Calling this policy ‘ Everyone In ’ at the start only to define what that means later down the line has unfairly left councils facing unfunded costs.
” He also notes that no cash whatsoever has been provided for people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ often those who have sought asylum and have not been granted it , who are being supported currently through charitable donations .
“ I would be grateful if you could provide urgent clarity over the status of the ‘ Everyone In ’ policy and whether the advice from your department to begin to step down the emergency accommodation reflects your views , ” he continues .
“ Further , I believe you should also provide funding to cover those who have become homeless during lockdown as well as those who were identified as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an ‘ Everyone In ’ approach.
” Housing providers , charities and local authorities are all currently working to find somewhere suitable for people currently living in hotels to go , with the aim to have moved them all on by June 26 .
Mr Burnham says a broader plan will now be needed from government , however .
Greater Manchester is expecting around 5,000 new homelessness cases by the end of July - not necessarily rough sleepers , but people who need accommodating immediately , such as families , care leavers and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in dire need of suitable housing for them before the pandemic .
“ If we are to ensure a reduction in homelessness coming out of this crisis , and move people from the current short-term placements to more sustainable accommodation , it will need significant funding and policy change , ” he warns .
“ The challenge of stepping down this accommodation without sufficient funding support , alongside the on-going risk of Covid-19 , is significant .
“ We need certainty that funding will be made available for those who have become homeless @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more flexible timescale to move people on from their current temporary accommodation .
”

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Greater Manchester’s mayor has written to the communities secretary demanding clarity on his policy for homeless people during the continuing pandemic - and confirming councils have been told to ‘draw a line’ under the policy of self-isolating them in hotels.
Andy Burnham says the government has been ‘clear’ to local authorities that rough sleepers should now be moved out of hotels, noting that there are still 800 people in that position here and calling it ‘an extremely challenging task to deliver’.
He adds that the government has also provided too little cash to do so.
Mr Burnham was writing to Robert Jenrick after the Manchester Evening News revealed the ‘Everyone In’ policy - guidance from government to councils issued in March that said they should self isolate all rough sleepers, if necessary in hotels, and that they would be supported financially to do so - had been wound up, according to advice received by local officials.
The story was based on an internal report circulated by officials here to council leaders on Wednesday, noting that they had also been informed there would be no more direct funding provided for the scheme.
(Image: Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror)
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government issued a vehement rebuttal to the M.E.N’s original story today, insisting more than 90pc of rough sleepers put up in hotels nationally had already been offered accommodation, but adding that ‘it is only responsible that we work with partners to ensure rough sleepers can move into long-term, safe accommodation once the immediate crisis is over’.
It also refuted any suggestion ‘funding has been withdrawn’ and branded the article ‘inaccurate’ on social media.
However Mr Burnham’s letter to the secretary of state makes clear that the ‘Everyone In’ programme has indeed been scrapped, as outlined in Wednesday’s report by officials. It also suggests half of the 1,600 people put up in hotels here are yet to be found accommodation.
And it confirms there remains major uncertainty over funding, particularly due to the way town hall bailouts have been distributed in recent weeks, which has seen deprivation removed as a factor in the formula.
“In the last few weeks, your department has made it clear that our councils should ‘draw a line’ under the policy and start moving people on from the short term accommodation that has been stood up, much of it in hotels,” he writes.
(Image: PA)
“As we have around 800 people still in accommodation, I am sure you will appreciate that this is an extremely challenging task that will take some time to deliver.”
On funding, he adds: “There is a concern amongst our councils that the level of funding provided is insufficient to meet costs. Councils are meant to pay for ‘Everyone In’ from general funding allocated to councils by the government. However, as you know, deprivation weighting was removed from the allocation formula for the latest round of funding.
“As a result, 9 out of our 10 councils saw a significant reduction in funding. Given that levels of homelessness are linked to deprivation, I find it hard to understand how the department can claim to have fully funded the ‘Everyone In’ policy even on its own limited definition.”
Greater Manchester needs ‘certainty that funding will be made available for those who have become homeless during the period of the lockdown’, he writes, as well as a more ‘flexible timescale to move people on from their current temporary accommodation’.
The so-called 'Everyone In' policy was introduced in late March by government, in an attempt to ensure homeless people were protected during the pandemic.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Councils were written to and advised to do everything they could to get people off the streets and indoors.
In a letter to them on March 26, homelessness minister Luke Hall noted it would be necessary to 'step down' people from hotels in the future, but said that while £1.6bn had been made available to town halls for general coronavirus pressures at that point, government would also be 'working with local authorities to develop an ongoing assessment of costs'.
Since then, councils in Greater Manchester have reported a vast funding shortfall, with Manchester - which has the biggest homeless problem in the conurbation and one of the worst in the country - reimbursed for less than a quarter of the financial pressures it expects this year.
After being advised of the change in government policy, the region is now working through possible accommodation for people in the hotels, in order to avoid them having to return to the streets.
That has raised both practical concerns - in terms of lack of suitable space or housing - and funding issues, since councils are already incurring higher costs than have been guaranteed by government.
In his letter, Mr Burnham also says the phrase ‘Everyone In’ is also itself ‘misleading’, since the government had only ever funded those people who were already on the streets when the lockdown began.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
“At the start of the outbreak, we were encouraged to do what we could to develop an ‘Everyone In’ approach and that we would be covered for the costs we incurred," he writes.
“We took that to mean anyone who might otherwise be sleeping rough during lockdown. However, it was some weeks later that your department explained to us that ‘Everyone In’ only covers people identified as homeless pre-lockdown – not those made homeless during lockdown.
“We identified 1,000 people before who we thought would need our help but have ended up supporting over 1,500 people. If we hadn’t taken the decision to support those 500 extra people, many would have ended up sleeping rough.
“Calling this policy ‘Everyone In’ at the start only to define what that means later down the line has unfairly left councils facing unfunded costs.”
He also notes that no cash whatsoever has been provided for people with no recourse to public funds, often those who have sought asylum and have not been granted it, who are being supported currently through charitable donations.
“I would be grateful if you could provide urgent clarity over the status of the ‘Everyone In’ policy and whether the advice from your department to begin to step down the emergency accommodation reflects your views,” he continues.
“Further, I believe you should also provide funding to cover those who have become homeless during lockdown as well as those who were identified as homeless before, honouring the spirit of an ‘Everyone In’ approach.”
Housing providers, charities and local authorities are all currently working to find somewhere suitable for people currently living in hotels to go, with the aim to have moved them all on by June 26.
(Image: PA)
Mr Burnham says a broader plan will now be needed from government, however.
Greater Manchester is expecting around 5,000 new homelessness cases by the end of July - not necessarily rough sleepers, but people who need accommodating immediately, such as families, care leavers and the particularly vulnerable - and was already in dire need of suitable housing for them before the pandemic.
“If we are to ensure a reduction in homelessness coming out of this crisis, and move people from the current short-term placements to more sustainable accommodation, it will need significant funding and policy change,” he warns.
“The challenge of stepping down this accommodation without sufficient funding support, alongside the on-going risk of Covid-19, is significant.
“We need certainty that funding will be made available for those who have become homeless during the period of lockdown and a more flexible timescale to move people on from their current temporary accommodation.”