themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--The flats where people get more than a home - they get a second chance

A new housing scheme in Salford is giving homeless people a fresh start .
Chelsea is one of the tenants who was the first to move into the new , 15 one-bedroom apartments built for homeless people .
She had been on the housing waiting list for two years when she got a call from ForHousing offering her a flat .
Chelsea had been staying with family , but that wasn ’ t a long term option for her .
Personal struggles brought her into contact with the authorities , before she was finally diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome and ADHD @ @ @ @ @ @ @ manage her tenancy and can plan for her future .
`` When I was a child my mum and dad split up , which was very hard for me , as I grew up I ended up being very moody and depressed , '' she said .
`` In primary school I could n't really focus on my work , but when I left high school I was diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome , which is a form of autism .
`` In my teenage years things got worse so I had really bad @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , I was going through a really rough time . ''
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Click here ... Now Chelsea is looking forward to the future .
“ I was really excited and happy when I found out I was going to have my own flat .
Everything has turned itself around , '' she added .
“ I ’ m going to be more mature and independent now .
I want to do well and chase my dreams .
I just need a bit of help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do what I ’ m meant to do with my life.
” Run by housing provider ForHousing , the homes are let at a low-cost rent , and were developed for people who need an opportunity to rebuild their lives after finding themselves with nowhere to live .
With car parking and a communal garden , the 1 bedroomed apartments come with a combined living , dining and kitchen room with a separate shower room .
They are furnished with a bed and bedroom furniture , a sofa , dining table , TV @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also come with a washer dryer , fridge freezer , cooker and hob .
All the utility bills are included in the low of £67.80 per week as well as wifi and tenants only need to pay for their council tax , if they are eligible to pay it .
The apartments are accessed through an individual front door , off an open plan staircase to give a sense of ownership .
Residents are on a 2-year fixed term tenancy with , crucially additional support to assist them with training , employment and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ today 's stories here The properties , on Somerset Road , Eccles , are part of a wider £3.9m project that will eventually see 39 homes for people facing homelessness in Salford .
ForHousing secured a grant of £1.46m from Homes England towards the scheme , and earlier this year tenants were handed keys to a similar development , also in Eccles .
Chloe Fox , 23 , is another person to have seen her life turned around .
She moved into a house Haddon Road .
She was referred to ForHousing before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ street .
`` I love my own space and feel I can live independently for the first time , '' she said earlier this year .
`` The flat is really nice and I can be my own person there.
” Bosses have been working closely with Salford City Council on the developments with the local authority helping select people who need the homes the most .
Colette McKune , group chief executive at ForHousing , said : “ Having a stable place to live builds a strong foundation for people ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , rebuild their lives and flourish .
“ We are delighted to be working with Salford City Council and other partners on this scheme at Somerset Road which will improve lives for people across Salford.
” Deputy city mayor and lead member for housing , Councillor Tracy Kelly said : “ It is wonderful to see Chelsea settled in her own home and I wish her every success with her ambitions .
“ These kinds of schemes , which provide extra support and offer affordable homes , are very much needed and I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Salford .
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A new housing scheme in Salford is giving homeless people a fresh start.
Chelsea is one of the tenants who was the first to move into the new, 15 one-bedroom apartments built for homeless people.
She had been on the housing waiting list for two years when she got a call from ForHousing offering her a flat.
Chelsea had been staying with family, but that wasn’t a long term option for her.
Personal struggles brought her into contact with the authorities, before she was finally diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome and ADHD.
Now Chelsea is receiving support to manage her tenancy and can plan for her future.
(Image: ForHousing)
"When I was a child my mum and dad split up, which was very hard for me, as I grew up I ended up being very moody and depressed," she said.
"In primary school I couldn't really focus on my work, but when I left high school I was diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome, which is a form of autism.
"In my teenage years things got worse so I had really bad behavioural problems and had outbursts of anger, I was going through a really rough time."
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Now Chelsea is looking forward to the future.
“I was really excited and happy when I found out I was going to have my own flat. Everything has turned itself around," she added.
“I’m going to be more mature and independent now. I want to do well and chase my dreams. I just need a bit of help then I’ll fly away and do what I’m meant to do with my life.”
Run by housing provider ForHousing, the homes are let at a low-cost rent, and were developed for people who need an opportunity to rebuild their lives after finding themselves with nowhere to live.
With car parking and a communal garden, the 1 bedroomed apartments come with a combined living, dining and kitchen room with a separate shower room.
(Image: ForHousing)
They are furnished with a bed and bedroom furniture, a sofa, dining table, TV stand, and blinds throughout and they also come with a washer dryer, fridge freezer, cooker and hob.
All the utility bills are included in the low of £67.80 per week as well as wifi and tenants only need to pay for their council tax, if they are eligible to pay it.
The apartments are accessed through an individual front door, off an open plan staircase to give a sense of ownership.
Residents are on a 2-year fixed term tenancy with, crucially additional support to assist them with training, employment and an independent future.
The properties, on Somerset Road, Eccles, are part of a wider £3.9m project that will eventually see 39 homes for people facing homelessness in Salford.
ForHousing secured a grant of £1.46m from Homes England towards the scheme, and earlier this year tenants were handed keys to a similar development, also in Eccles.
Chloe Fox, 23, is another person to have seen her life turned around. She moved into a house Haddon Road.
She was referred to ForHousing before being allocated a flat on the Eccles street.
(Image: ForHousing)
"I love my own space and feel I can live independently for the first time," she said earlier this year.
"The flat is really nice and I can be my own person there.”
Bosses have been working closely with Salford City Council on the developments with the local authority helping select people who need the homes the most.
Colette McKune, group chief executive at ForHousing, said: “Having a stable place to live builds a strong foundation for people’s well-being, enabling them to stay safe, rebuild their lives and flourish.
“We are delighted to be working with Salford City Council and other partners on this scheme at Somerset Road which will improve lives for people across Salford.”
Deputy city mayor and lead member for housing, Councillor Tracy Kelly said: “It is wonderful to see Chelsea settled in her own home and I wish her every success with her ambitions.
“These kinds of schemes, which provide extra support and offer affordable homes, are very much needed and I’m proud to see them in Salford.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--Manchester United news and transfers LIVE

Manchester United 's run of wins came to an end on Saturday after a dull and uneventful 0-0 draw with @ @ @ @ @ well to the 6-1 defeat against Tottenham after the international break , smashing Newcastle United @ @ @ @ @ victory at Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League .
However , the goals and excitement @ @ @ @ @ drenched night at Old Trafford , as both sides seemed more afraid of losing the @ @ @ @ @ it .
United had the better of the few chances , with Edouard Mendy saving @ @ @ @ @ Edinson Cavani shaving the outside post , but Chelsea were unfortunate not to win a @ @ @ @ @ wrestled Cesar Azpilicueta to the ground .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and United will now turn @ @ @ @ @ as United welcome RB Leipzig to Manchester on Wednesday in their second game in Group @ @ @ @ @ .
Keep on top of today 's United news below .

Manchester United's run of wins came to an end on Saturday after a dull and uneventful 0-0 draw with Chelsea.
United have responded well to the 6-1 defeat against Tottenham after the international break, smashing Newcastle United 4-1 before recording another shock victory at Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.
However, the goals and excitement dried up on a rain drenched night at Old Trafford, as both sides seemed more afraid of losing the match than concerned with winning it.
United had the better of the few chances, with Edouard Mendy saving well from Marcus Rashford and Edinson Cavani shaving the outside post, but Chelsea were unfortunate not to win a first-half penalty after Harry Maguire wrestled Cesar Azpilicueta to the ground.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and United will now turn their attention to Wednesday night as United welcome RB Leipzig to Manchester on Wednesday in their second game in Group H. Alex Telles could feature.
A recap of today's news.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--Angelino explains Man City motivation after returning to RB Leipzig

RB Leipzig loanee Angelo has stated his reasons for his return to the Bundesliga side on loan from Manchester City , where he expressed disappointment over his spell in the Premier League .
The Spanish full-back made just six league appearances for City over the course of two stints , with all of appearances coming in his second spell with the club .
Angelino moved to Leipzig on loan in January , helping the club reach the semi-finals of the Champions League , and re-joined the Bundesliga side for the 2020/21 season this summer .
While he is delighted to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he has expressed his disappointment over his lack of playing time in Pep Guardiola 's side .
`` I have that thorn of why I did not play more or I did not quite fit in .
But that helped me get here , meet the coach , the group , and reach the semis in the Champions League , '' he told Marca .
Angelino also explained the main reason for his return to RB Leipzig , stating that the lure of continuing to work alongside Julian Nagelsmann was key .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ here for Nagelsmann .
I signed again for him .
I was very happy with him , the way he played , everything , everything he transmits , the tactics , fits me perfectly .
He 's the reason I 'm here .
Obviously , the relationship with colleagues is also very good . ''
There was also links with Barcelona over the course of the summer , which Angelo also addressed : `` Something came out of interest , but Leipzig pulled a lot for me to come back and in my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and continue enjoying football I was doing in recent months and stayed there . ''
Angelino is now pushing for a call-up to the Spain squad , having scored a brace in the Champions League victory over Istanbul Basaksehir in midweek .

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RB Leipzig loanee Angelo has stated his reasons for his return to the Bundesliga side on loan from Manchester City, where he expressed disappointment over his spell in the Premier League.
The Spanish full-back made just six league appearances for City over the course of two stints, with all of appearances coming in his second spell with the club.
Angelino moved to Leipzig on loan in January, helping the club reach the semi-finals of the Champions League, and re-joined the Bundesliga side for the 2020/21 season this summer.
While he is delighted to be back with the German side, he has expressed his disappointment over his lack of playing time in Pep Guardiola's side.
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"I have that thorn of why I did not play more or I did not quite fit in. But that helped me get here, meet the coach, the group, and reach the semis in the Champions League," he told Marca.
Angelino also explained the main reason for his return to RB Leipzig, stating that the lure of continuing to work alongside Julian Nagelsmann was key.
"If I'm honest, I'm here for Nagelsmann. I signed again for him. I was very happy with him, the way he played, everything, everything he transmits, the tactics, fits me perfectly. He's the reason I'm here. Obviously, the relationship with colleagues is also very good."
There was also links with Barcelona over the course of the summer, which Angelo also addressed: "Something came out of interest, but Leipzig pulled a lot for me to come back and in my head, I wanted to be calm and continue enjoying football I was doing in recent months and stayed there."
Angelino is now pushing for a call-up to the Spain squad, having scored a brace in the Champions League victory over Istanbul Basaksehir in midweek.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--The magical story behind the 'hobbit's chapel' hidden in woodland near Bolton

A mysterious stone structure tucked away in the undergrowth - believed to enclose the waters of a 'healing spring ' - has been rediscovered by a local history fan near Bolton .
An 'altar ' just big enough for a couple of 'hobbits ' takes up much of the space inside , nestled between two pools of water .
This grotto could have come straight out of a fairy tale .
In fact , this little 'chapel ' has its own a magical story that has become the stuff of legend .
The mysterious building was actually constructed to serve @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hollinshead Hall - now nestled in the moors in ruins .
The earliest records of the manor detail that the land was owned by the Pleasington family in the 1200s , according to British History Online , a project founded by the Institute of Historical Research and the History of Parliament Trust .
The manor and its surrounding grounds passed through the hands of many noble Lancashire families as the centuries rolled on , from the de Radcliffes in the 1300s to the Hollinsheads in the 1700s , who gave the hall its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gardens of the manor once enclosed a special spring believed to have 'curative properties ' and given the name of 'the Holy Well ' .
Walls were built around the spring to form a temple-like 'well house ' , filled with two stone troughs to catch the water , which was believed to be good for the eyes .
The well house could have been built as recently as the 18th century - but it 's likely the waters drew people to this site for many hundreds of years before that .
Eventually @ @ @ @ @ @ @ much of it demolished by the 1900s .
However , one structure survived - and is almost as intact as the day it was built .
And when urban explorer Alex Hilton went for a walk during lockdown , he stumbled into the undergrowth and discovered the secluded healing well .
Have your say on this story in our comments .
Click here ... Alex , 26 , from Horwich , told the Manchester Evening News : `` I used to go around that area a lot with my family when I was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ started doing a lot more walking , so when lockdown started again I carried on .
`` There was always one road I had never been down , so I followed it and went through this little gate .
And I came across this , it was bizarre . ''
What Alex found astounded him .
Untouched by vandals , pools of the 'sacred water ' continue to fill and gargoyles remain looming over the 'holy ' space .
But other features also caught his eye .
`` You really had to bow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that small , '' he added .
`` It makes you wonder how small people must have been when it was built .
`` And it had this strange altar at the centre of the room with gargoyles looking over it .
It was the strangest thing .
`` That 's why I 've started calling it a 'hobbits ' chapel ! '
'' When Alex learned about its history as a well for the nearby manor , he found it even more fascinating as a history lover .
`` It 's amazing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it 's like the house is exactly as it was , '' said Alex .
`` But it is definitely one of the most eerie places I 've ever been .
I went on a rainy day and it was certainly very spooky . ''
Alex , along with friend Daniel Walker , runs DNA Explores , a Facebook page dedicated to their woodland finds .
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A mysterious stone structure tucked away in the undergrowth - believed to enclose the waters of a 'healing spring' - has been rediscovered by a local history fan near Bolton.
Stone gargoyles lie behind a rustic wooden door on elaborate iron hinges.
An 'altar' just big enough for a couple of 'hobbits' takes up much of the space inside, nestled between two pools of water.
This grotto could have come straight out of a fairy tale.
In fact, this little 'chapel' has its own a magical story that has become the stuff of legend.
The mysterious building was actually constructed to serve a nearby manor house - Tockholes' Hollinshead Hall - now nestled in the moors in ruins.
(Image: DNA Explores)
The earliest records of the manor detail that the land was owned by the Pleasington family in the 1200s, according to British History Online, a project founded by the Institute of Historical Research and the History of Parliament Trust.
The manor and its surrounding grounds passed through the hands of many noble Lancashire families as the centuries rolled on, from the de Radcliffes in the 1300s to the Hollinsheads in the 1700s, who gave the hall its final name.
But historians say the gardens of the manor once enclosed a special spring believed to have 'curative properties' and given the name of 'the Holy Well'.
Walls were built around the spring to form a temple-like 'well house', filled with two stone troughs to catch the water, which was believed to be good for the eyes.
The well house could have been built as recently as the 18th century - but it's likely the waters drew people to this site for many hundreds of years before that.
Eventually, the hall was sadly abandoned and much of it demolished by the 1900s.
(Image: DNA Explores)
However, one structure survived - and is almost as intact as the day it was built.
And when urban explorer Alex Hilton went for a walk during lockdown, he stumbled into the undergrowth and discovered the secluded healing well.
Have your say on this story in our comments. Click here...
Alex, 26, from Horwich, told the Manchester Evening News : "I used to go around that area a lot with my family when I was younger.
"During lockdown, I started doing a lot more walking, so when lockdown started again I carried on.
"There was always one road I had never been down, so I followed it and went through this little gate. And I came across this, it was bizarre."
(Image: DNA Explores)
What Alex found astounded him. Untouched by vandals, pools of the 'sacred water' continue to fill and gargoyles remain looming over the 'holy' space.
But other features also caught his eye.
"You really had to bow down to get inside, it was that small," he added.
"It makes you wonder how small people must have been when it was built.
"And it had this strange altar at the centre of the room with gargoyles looking over it. It was the strangest thing.
"That's why I've started calling it a 'hobbits' chapel!'"
(Image: DNA Explores)
When Alex learned about its history as a well for the nearby manor, he found it even more fascinating as a history lover.
"It's amazing how there has been no vandalism, it's like the house is exactly as it was," said Alex.
"But it is definitely one of the most eerie places I've ever been. I went on a rainy day and it was certainly very spooky."
Alex, along with friend Daniel Walker, runs DNA Explores, a Facebook page dedicated to their woodland finds.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--David de Gea pinpoints why Manchester United's defence has improved

David de Gea believes Manchester United 's defenders are seeing the fruits of their labour after keeping a first league clean sheet of the season against Chelsea .
United were frustrated in their 0-0 draw with Frank Lampard 's side at Old Trafford , though visiting keeper Edouard Mendy was much busier than De Gea in the game .
He denied Marcus Rashford and Uinited debutant Edinson Cavani .
De Gea spoke to MUTV after the game and said he believes United 's hard work on their defending is now yielding results .
`` For us it 's very important @ @ @ @ @ @ @ especially here at home , '' said the Spanish international .
`` We defended really well , did n't concede many changes and for me we created enough chances to win the game .
`` But it was a tight game against a good team , of course , but I think we deserved a bit more .
`` Every training session we always try to improve , make the team better defensively and work for each other .
So it 's important to get a clean sheet and that 's the way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I think we had two or three big chances with Rashy that their keeper saves .
We deserved a bit more .
[ Late on ] was the best time to score , but that 's us , trying until the end to score until the last second of the game . ''
United now face RB Leipzig in the Champions League , looking to stretch their unbeaten run to four games - but also secure a first home win of the season .
`` I prefer to play every two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but of course it 's hard for the players and we have to recover well , '' De Gea added on the tough schedule .
`` Big games are coming up .
Leipzig are a big team and it 's going to be a tough game .

David de Gea believes Manchester United's defenders are seeing the fruits of their labour after keeping a first league clean sheet of the season against Chelsea.
United were frustrated in their 0-0 draw with Frank Lampard's side at Old Trafford, though visiting keeper Edouard Mendy was much busier than De Gea in the game. He denied Marcus Rashford and Uinited debutant Edinson Cavani.
De Gea spoke to MUTV after the game and said he believes United's hard work on their defending is now yielding results.
"For us it's very important to start to keep clean sheets, especially here at home," said the Spanish international. "We defended really well, didn't concede many changes and for me we created enough chances to win the game.
"But it was a tight game against a good team, of course, but I think we deserved a bit more.
"Every training session we always try to improve, make the team better defensively and work for each other. So it's important to get a clean sheet and that's the way to keep going and to win games.
"I think we had two or three big chances with Rashy that their keeper saves. We deserved a bit more. [Late on] was the best time to score, but that's us, trying until the end to score until the last second of the game."
United now face RB Leipzig in the Champions League, looking to stretch their unbeaten run to four games - but also secure a first home win of the season.
"I prefer to play every two or three games, to be confident, but of course it's hard for the players and we have to recover well," De Gea added on the tough schedule.
"Big games are coming up. Leipzig are a big team and it's going to be a tough game.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--Tesco boss issues Christmas shopping warning to customers

Supermarket giant Tesco has asked shoppers to be mindful about what they buy and when they go shopping ahead of the Christmas period .
Several festive products and ranges have already been released in stores , meaning people can start to purchase the things they need well ahead of the big day should they wish to do so .
But the supermarket 's boss is asking people not to stockpile items - and only to buy what they need .
Tesco chief executive Jason Tarry said : `` Our stock levels are good , so there ’ s no need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than normal .
`` And as the festive season approaches , it ’ s always busier for our stores , so please consider shopping a little earlier than you usually would , to avoid the peak festive period . ''
The supermarket boss also clarified the rules that will be in place in stores ahead of the Christmas period , reports the Mirror .
`` We understand that it won ’ t always be possible , but if you ’ re able to shop alone then please do .
It ’ ll help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s shop a bit quicker , '' he said .
He added that Tesco has now installed a ‘ traffic light ’ system in some larger stores to help manage customer numbers .
`` Once in-store , please keep to the social distancing markings .
If there ’ s a queue outside and it ’ s raining , we ’ ll be handing out sanitised umbrellas in our larger stores , '' Tarry said .
`` Please follow the legal guidance on wearing a face covering .
If you forget to bring @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pack at the front of the store and pay for it with your shopping later . ''

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Supermarket giant Tesco has asked shoppers to be mindful about what they buy and when they go shopping ahead of the Christmas period.
Several festive products and ranges have already been released in stores, meaning people can start to purchase the things they need well ahead of the big day should they wish to do so.
But the supermarket's boss is asking people not to stockpile items - and only to buy what they need.
Tesco chief executive Jason Tarry said: "Our stock levels are good, so there’s no need to buy more of your regular groceries than normal.
"And as the festive season approaches, it’s always busier for our stores, so please consider shopping a little earlier than you usually would, to avoid the peak festive period."
The supermarket boss also clarified the rules that will be in place in stores ahead of the Christmas period, reports the Mirror.
"We understand that it won’t always be possible, but if you’re able to shop alone then please do. It’ll help make our stores safer and make everyone’s shop a bit quicker," he said.
He added that Tesco has now installed a ‘traffic light’ system in some larger stores to help manage customer numbers.
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"Once in-store, please keep to the social distancing markings. If there’s a queue outside and it’s raining, we’ll be handing out sanitised umbrellas in our larger stores," Tarry said.
"Please follow the legal guidance on wearing a face covering. If you forget to bring one, you can pick up a pack at the front of the store and pay for it with your shopping later."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--Expert DIY tips on how to create an exposed brick feature wall or fireplace

Lots of homeowners have been trying their hand at DIY during lockdown .
While some people have kept things simple - by putting a fresh coat of paint on the walls - others have been taking on some more challenging tasks , such exposing their fireplaces and creating a feature wall to add more character to a living room or dining room .
If you 're living in an old property , you may be surprised at what you can unearth behind the plaster .
Online searches for ‘ exposing brickwall ’ are up 132 per cent year-on year , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up 136 percent year-on year , retailer Glowing Embers has revealed .
Following the trend , they ’ ve consulted with DIY expert , Lisa Evans , from MyJobQuote , on how to effectively turn your existing fireplace into a masterpiece .
What is the process of exposing brickwork ?
Although the process of exposing the brickwork around a fireplace is relatively straightforward , you need to follow certain steps to make sure that you complete the job to the highest possible standard .
Before you start , it 's important to wear @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a respirator/dust mask , and gloves .
The eight steps to mastering exposed brick include : Step one - Examine the state of the brick you wish to expose before starting .
You can do this by using the tip of a chisel or knife to chip away a small piece of the plaster , ideally in an area that is n't really visible .
If the brick below is intact and still has its original color , you can proceed with confidence .
But if it 's in a poor condition , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ consult with a specialist before you start the work .
Step two - Protect the floor nearest the wall by covering it with sheeting .
This will help stop it from scratching or chipping as bits of plaster fall from the wall .
Plus , it makes the cleaning process quicker .
Step three - Start breaking up the plaster with a masonry chisel and hammer .
Step four - Once you have removed most of the plaster , you can then focus on the tough sections that remain .
If you have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , try using a sharp knife .
Step five - Once all the plaster has been removed , use a wire brush to go over the exposed wall .
This will remove any small bits of plaster and sediment .
Step six - Once you ’ ve cleared the wall , spread a mild detergent on the brickwork .
Step seven - Leave this solution on the brickwork for 5-10 minutes and then wipe it away with a wet sponge .
Step eight - Finally , use one or two coats of brick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This will help to protect it .
Lisa says planning ahead can also give you the time you will need to get most of the work done .
As a guide , it usually takes 6 - 8 hours to expose brickwork around a standard fireplace and chimney breast ( 5ft W X 9ft H ) and this timescale also includes the clean up process too .
The expert also advises homeowners to be careful not to rush the process .
Lisa continues : “ If you ’ re pulling the plaster off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sure you ’ re not doing it aggressively .
If you ’ re too aggressive and try to get the job done quickly with big swings of the hammer and chisel , you could damage the brickwork underneath .
“ Once you have completed the job , don ’ t apply the sealant before you hoover all the dust and debris .
Otherwise , some of this may blow up and catch on the sealant as it dries.
” “ If you head to your local DIY shop , you should be able @ @ @ @ @ @ @ require for exposing brickwork quickly and easily .
Plus , because you don ’ t need any power tools , you don ’ t have to spend a fortune , either.
” How should exposed brick be maintained and cleaned ?
Lisa adds : `` Once you have exposed the brickwork , you can clean it using warm water and a mild detergent .
If you have any dirt or marks on the bricks , then you can also use a sponge to scrub these areas .
Once a year , I ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help maintain the exposed wall .
`` However , you need to remember that bricks absorb moisture .
If you notice that the mortar between the bricks is starting to crumble or crack , then you ’ ll need to repoint the area .
Similarly , if the bricks start to look damaged , you ’ ll need to replace them . ''
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Lots of homeowners have been trying their hand at DIY during lockdown.
While some people have kept things simple - by putting a fresh coat of paint on the walls - others have been taking on some more challenging tasks, such exposing their fireplaces and creating a feature wall to add more character to a living room or dining room.
If you're living in an old property, you may be surprised at what you can unearth behind the plaster.
Online searches for ‘exposing brickwall’ are up 132 per cent year-on year, with searches for 'exposed brick fireplace' up 136 percent year-on year, retailer Glowing Embers has revealed.
Following the trend, they’ve consulted with DIY expert, Lisa Evans, from MyJobQuote, on how to effectively turn your existing fireplace into a masterpiece.
What is the process of exposing brickwork?
Although the process of exposing the brickwork around a fireplace is relatively straightforward, you need to follow certain steps to make sure that you complete the job to the highest possible standard.
Before you start, it's important to wear the necessary equipment such as goggles, a respirator/dust mask, and gloves.
The eight steps to mastering exposed brick include:
Step one - Examine the state of the brick you wish to expose before starting.
You can do this by using the tip of a chisel or knife to chip away a small piece of the plaster, ideally in an area that isn't really visible.
If the brick below is intact and still has its original color, you can proceed with confidence.
But if it's in a poor condition, crumbling, then you may need to consult with a specialist before you start the work.
(Image: @chilvers_terrace)
Step two - Protect the floor nearest the wall by covering it with sheeting. This will help stop it from scratching or chipping as bits of plaster fall from the wall. Plus, it makes the cleaning process quicker.
Step three - Start breaking up the plaster with a masonry chisel and hammer.
Step four - Once you have removed most of the plaster, you can then focus on the tough sections that remain. If you have some sections that refuse to come away, try using a sharp knife.
Step five - Once all the plaster has been removed, use a wire brush to go over the exposed wall. This will remove any small bits of plaster and sediment.
Step six - Once you’ve cleared the wall, spread a mild detergent on the brickwork.
(Image: @chilvers_terrace)
Step seven - Leave this solution on the brickwork for 5-10 minutes and then wipe it away with a wet sponge.
Step eight - Finally, use one or two coats of brick sealant on the newly exposed wall. This will help to protect it.
Lisa says planning ahead can also give you the time you will need to get most of the work done. As a guide, it usually takes 6 - 8 hours to expose brickwork around a standard fireplace and chimney breast (5ft W X 9ft H) and this timescale also includes the clean up process too.
The expert also advises homeowners to be careful not to rush the process.
Lisa continues: “If you’re pulling the plaster off the wall then you need to make sure you’re not doing it aggressively. If you’re too aggressive and try to get the job done quickly with big swings of the hammer and chisel, you could damage the brickwork underneath.
“Once you have completed the job, don’t apply the sealant before you hoover all the dust and debris. Otherwise, some of this may blow up and catch on the sealant as it dries.”
“If you head to your local DIY shop, you should be able to get all of the tools you require for exposing brickwork quickly and easily. Plus, because you don’t need any power tools, you don’t have to spend a fortune, either.”
How should exposed brick be maintained and cleaned?
Lisa adds: "Once you have exposed the brickwork, you can clean it using warm water and a mild detergent. If you have any dirt or marks on the bricks, then you can also use a sponge to scrub these areas. Once a year, I’d also advise using brick sealant to help maintain the exposed wall.
"However, you need to remember that bricks absorb moisture. If you notice that the mortar between the bricks is starting to crumble or crack, then you’ll need to repoint the area. Similarly, if the bricks start to look damaged, you’ll need to replace them."
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--Manchester United can unleash new system to get Pogba and Van de Beek in

Even before the game , the pundits and critics were lining up to take pot-shots at Ole Gunnar Solskjaer , which felt rather harsh considering the result he had achieved in midweek .
Previous Manchester United managers would have been given some slack after beating Champions League finalists Paris Saint-Germain on their home turf .
Hey , some might have even been praised for their tactical acumen and ability to outsmart a good young manager in Thomas Tuchel , lauded for a clever 3-5-2 system that was defensively robust and lethal on the counter-attack .
You might have thought that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clash with Chelsea would have been justified by his PSG heroics .
But former United star Patrice Evra was not having any of it .
After the teamsheets had been announced at Old Trafford — and Solskjaer had literally explained himself in an interview , Evra took aim from his position in the Sky Sports studio alongside Kelly Cates and Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink .
`` He [ Solskjaer ] is talking about rewarding players , '' said Evra .
`` How about playing your best players ? ''
It was a clear reference @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Beek , Mason Greenwood and Evra 's close friend and former Juventus teammate Paul Pogba , who were all named on the bench .
Solskjaer had instead stuck with his midfield pairing of Fred and Scott McTominay , who had played well against PSG , while he retained Juan Mata and Daniel James on the basis that both had done well in the previous Premier League outing at Newcastle .
Of course , it 's completely fair for a pundit to put a manager 's decisions under the microscope , but the situation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He even felt compelled to address the issue himself after the game .
`` Scott and Fred have done really well this week , '' Solskjaer said .
`` They 've given us a foothold in games , they are a great combination together and we felt after PSG this week we needed to have the energy in there with them .
Speaking to United 's in-house media , he spoke about the difficulties of selection in more detail .
`` It 's easy to be a fan , or to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be playing , he should be playing ' , but you do n't know what 's going on behind the scenes .
`` They are tired , they 've played lots of internationals now , every three days . ''
The Chelsea result did not strengthen Solskjaer 's case , however , and has loudened those calls for the 'star names ' to return .
The case of Van de Beek is certainly an odd one , given United paid £35million to sign him from Ajax in the summer and the fact the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ called upon so far .
Pogba 's presence on the bench has been more justified of late as he started the season slowly , admittedly after recovering from a bout of coronavirus .
The truth is , even when all fit and firing , United may not have a system that includes Fred and McTominay , Pogba and Van de Beek , as well as Bruno Fernandes — who is a must-pick — in midfield together .
Four would be the maximum number of central midfield players that can play at one time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ PSG proved , when Solskjaer played Pogba on the left of a midfield diamond that had McTominay at the base , Fred on the right , Fernandes at the apex .
It worked like a dream in Paris , so why not in the Premier League ?
Granted , it may not mean an automatic start for Van de Beek , but he could feasibly come on and play in any of the four positions .
Nemanja Matic , too , would suit it nicely , as the deep-lying player .
It would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to play as a double-pronged attack , which they appeared to enjoy throughout the PSG game , albeit at the front of a 3-5-2 .
A 4-4-2 diamond would not be dissimilar , however , and again United would have able back-ups in Edinson Cavani and Mason Greenwood up top .
New signing Alex Telles might be another who enjoys the formation as the diamond tends to allow its full-backs to bomb forward , as the Brazilian loves to do .
Aaron Wan-Bissaka is also improving in that regard .
Solskjaer is right @ @ @ @ @ @ @ selecting on form makes a great deal of sense .
But a tweaked formation would allow both to happen , as well as the chance for the likes of Pogba and Van de Beek to feature more .
Upcoming home games against RB Leipzig and Arsenal may provide the perfect opportunity to trial it .

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Even before the game, the pundits and critics were lining up to take pot-shots at Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, which felt rather harsh considering the result he had achieved in midweek.
Previous Manchester United managers would have been given some slack after beating Champions League finalists Paris Saint-Germain on their home turf. Hey, some might have even been praised for their tactical acumen and ability to outsmart a good young manager in Thomas Tuchel, lauded for a clever 3-5-2 system that was defensively robust and lethal on the counter-attack.
You might have thought that Solskjaer's selections for the Saturday evening clash with Chelsea would have been justified by his PSG heroics.
But former United star Patrice Evra was not having any of it. After the teamsheets had been announced at Old Trafford — and Solskjaer had literally explained himself in an interview, Evra took aim from his position in the Sky Sports studio alongside Kelly Cates and Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.
"He [Solskjaer] is talking about rewarding players," said Evra. "How about playing your best players?"
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It was a clear reference to the omissions of Donny van de Beek, Mason Greenwood and Evra's close friend and former Juventus teammate Paul Pogba, who were all named on the bench.
Solskjaer had instead stuck with his midfield pairing of Fred and Scott McTominay, who had played well against PSG, while he retained Juan Mata and Daniel James on the basis that both had done well in the previous Premier League outing at Newcastle.
Of course, it's completely fair for a pundit to put a manager's decisions under the microscope, but the situation exposed the dilemmas facing Solskjaer right now. He even felt compelled to address the issue himself after the game.
"Scott and Fred have done really well this week," Solskjaer said. "They've given us a foothold in games, they are a great combination together and we felt after PSG this week we needed to have the energy in there with them.
Speaking to United's in-house media, he spoke about the difficulties of selection in more detail. "It's easy to be a fan, or to be you and sit and say 'he should be playing, he should be playing', but you don't know what's going on behind the scenes.
"They are tired, they've played lots of internationals now, every three days."
The Chelsea result did not strengthen Solskjaer's case, however, and has loudened those calls for the 'star names' to return.
The case of Van de Beek is certainly an odd one, given United paid £35million to sign him from Ajax in the summer and the fact the Dutchman has impressed whenever he's been called upon so far. Pogba's presence on the bench has been more justified of late as he started the season slowly, admittedly after recovering from a bout of coronavirus.
The truth is, even when all fit and firing, United may not have a system that includes Fred and McTominay, Pogba and Van de Beek, as well as Bruno Fernandes — who is a must-pick — in midfield together.
Four would be the maximum number of central midfield players that can play at one time, as the final half hour against PSG proved, when Solskjaer played Pogba on the left of a midfield diamond that had McTominay at the base, Fred on the right, Fernandes at the apex. It worked like a dream in Paris, so why not in the Premier League?
Granted, it may not mean an automatic start for Van de Beek, but he could feasibly come on and play in any of the four positions. Nemanja Matic, too, would suit it nicely, as the deep-lying player.
It would also allow Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial to play as a double-pronged attack, which they appeared to enjoy throughout the PSG game, albeit at the front of a 3-5-2. A 4-4-2 diamond would not be dissimilar, however, and again United would have able back-ups in Edinson Cavani and Mason Greenwood up top.
New signing Alex Telles might be another who enjoys the formation as the diamond tends to allow its full-backs to bomb forward, as the Brazilian loves to do. Aaron Wan-Bissaka is also improving in that regard.
Solskjaer is right to claim rotation is important, while selecting on form makes a great deal of sense. But a tweaked formation would allow both to happen, as well as the chance for the likes of Pogba and Van de Beek to feature more. Upcoming home games against RB Leipzig and Arsenal may provide the perfect opportunity to trial it.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--Plans for 150 homes at golf course voted down

A town council has voted to reject plans to build a huge housing estate on a golf course .
Last month Northstone - a company owned by property giant Peel L & P - submitted a third bid to build homes at Horwich Golf Club .
The latest proposals , for 150 homes , follow rejected proposals to build 300 houses at the site in 2019 .
Peel was rebuffed for a second time earlier this year after reducing the number of planned homes to 276 .
On Thursday ( October 22 ) , Horwich Town Council voted to reject @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But Bolton council 's planning department has recommended that the final decision should be made by planning officers .
The Stocks Residents Association ( SRA ) has been vocal in its opposition to the plans from the start .
Chairman Malcolm Harrison said : `` It would be a sad day for democracy if this was allowed to happen .
It would prevent our councillors from debating the issues and remove public participation .
`` High profile cases like this should not be allowed to be rubber stamped behind closed doors .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ land green belt and has proposed this in its submission to the Greater Manchester Spatial Framework .
`` This application is in conflict with many of the council ’ s planning commitments , core strategies and national policy .
`` We urge residents of Horwich to send objections to the council and we urge our neighbours across Bolton and Greater Manchester to do the same - to prevent a worrying precedent being set for all our open green spaces . ''
Objections can be made through the council ’ s planning website or @ @ @ @ @ @ @

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A town council has voted to reject plans to build a huge housing estate on a golf course.
Last month Northstone - a company owned by property giant Peel L&P - submitted a third bid to build homes at Horwich Golf Club.
The latest proposals, for 150 homes, follow rejected proposals to build 300 houses at the site in 2019. Peel was rebuffed for a second time earlier this year after reducing the number of planned homes to 276.
On Thursday (October 22), Horwich Town Council voted to reject the proposals for a third time.
But Bolton council's planning department has recommended that the final decision should be made by planning officers.
The Stocks Residents Association (SRA) has been vocal in its opposition to the plans from the start.
Chairman Malcolm Harrison said: "It would be a sad day for democracy if this was allowed to happen. It would prevent our councillors from debating the issues and remove public participation.
"High profile cases like this should not be allowed to be rubber stamped behind closed doors.
"Bolton council has committed to make the land green belt and has proposed this in its submission to the Greater Manchester Spatial Framework.
"This application is in conflict with many of the council’s planning commitments, core strategies and national policy.
"We urge residents of Horwich to send objections to the council and we urge our neighbours across Bolton and Greater Manchester to do the same - to prevent a worrying precedent being set for all our open green spaces."
Objections can be made through the council’s planning website or by email: planning.control@bolton.gov.uk.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--Seven clever pumpkin carving hacks and decoration ideas for Halloween 2020

October 31 is just around the corner .
If you 're one of the many people who enjoy celebrating the spookiest day of the year , you 're probably already eyeing up costumes , decorations and your annual Halloween pumpkin .
The orange , autumnal decorate is a must-have this time of year .
But if you 're not skilled with a carving knife , it can end up looking a mess .
Luckily , social media is brimming with ideas on how you can jazz up your pumpkin - with minimal effort .
From using biscuit cutters to punch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out pumpkin flesh using a whisk and drill , there are plenty of tried and tested hacks .
If you 're looking for other helpful tips and tricks or alternatives to carving , there are plenty of ideas being shared online .
Here 's a round up of some of the best pumpkin hacks to help you prepare for Halloween 2020 .
In the video , Brandon takes viewers through the process of transforming a pumpkin step-by-step .
He says : `` Wash your pumpkin with soap and water .
`` Use a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bottom NOT the top - you 'll thank me later .
`` I mark all my cuts with a red dry erase marker .
`` Grab a drill and a beater from an electric mixer .
`` Use it to scrape the guts off the walls of your pumpkin .
`` Pour out the guts and start drawing .
The red dry erase marker is so easy to clean up after carving or even if you make a mistake while drawing .
`` Then just cut it all out with a jigsaw - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ go right in .
`` You do n't need to run it at full speed - it 's going to cut through the pumpkin like it 's nothing .
`` Take your time and be careful . ''
`` When you 're done , wipe off whatever 's left of the dry erase marker .
`` Try different lights in your pumpkin - glow sticks , strobe lights .
`` If you 're going for a classic real candle - pour some cinnamon into your pumpkin [ pour onto the inside of your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` When it heats up it makes the room smell like pumpkin spice . ''
TikTok user @ barbaramajeski shared her top hack on how to carve a pumpkin using biscuit cutters .
In the video , she says : `` These are ghost and bat cookie cutters .
`` Press them firm against the skin . ''
She then advises using a mallet or a meat tenderiser to carefully hammer the biscuit cutter into the side of the pumpkin .
She adds : `` I 'll use the other side of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all the way through the skin .
`` And then I 'll shine it out with some clear gloss , pop in some tea lights , and add it to my front door decor . ''
Biscuit cutters in the UK are relatively inexpensive to pick up .
You can buy them online and in supermarkets , bargain stores and cake craft shops .
Prices will vary from store to store , but you should be able to get your hands on some for around £5 .
TikTok user @ squishyvangogh shared a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ using a 'lace-up ' method .
In the video , she prepares her pumpkin by removing the flesh and using a knife to cut basic eyes and mouth shapes .
She then outlines the edge of the cut out shapes with small holes - you could use a wooden or metal skewer if you wanted to try this trick at home .
Once all the holes have been punched through , she takes pieces of string and laces them all up to create a Nightmare Before Christmas stitch effect .
If you want @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year , you could always keep your pumpkin whole and give it a lick of paint .
Instagram user @ lorniedune shared a picture of her two pumpkins spray painted gold .
In the caption she wrote : `` Why have I never spray painted pumpkins before ?
`` It will be a great base coat for the kids to paint . ''
And another alternative to carving is by adding colour using multi-coloured golf tees and a hammer .
In a post shared to followers on Instagram , user @ weneedmoreglitter wrote @ @ @ @ @ @ @ favourite and we look forward to it every year !
`` Just grab some golf tees and a hammer and have fun poking , pushing and hammering tees into your pumpkin !
`` Kids love a chance to use real tools and this is a fun way to get involved if they aren ’ t quite ready to help carve with knives .
`` We started doing this when my kids were around age 1 and my almost 5 year old was still delighted by it this year ! ''
Instagram user @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help to prevent your pumpkin from going off to quickly .
In the caption under her photo of several squashes in a bubble bath , she writes : `` Don ’ t forget to wash your pumpkins and ghords !
`` This will kill all bacteria and help prevent them from rotting as quickly !
`` I use a little bleach and soap .
`` Let them soak for a few minutes .
`` Use a wet or scrub brush and literally wash them .
`` Such a good trick on helping pumpkins @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you have an interesting Halloween hack you want to share with readers - we 'd love to hear from you .
Email alice.irving @ reachplc.com with a picture and description .

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October 31 is just around the corner.
If you're one of the many people who enjoy celebrating the spookiest day of the year, you're probably already eyeing up costumes, decorations and your annual Halloween pumpkin.
The orange, autumnal decorate is a must-have this time of year.
But if you're not skilled with a carving knife, it can end up looking a mess.
Luckily, social media is brimming with ideas on how you can jazz up your pumpkin - with minimal effort.
From using biscuit cutters to punch holes through the skin, to whisking out pumpkin flesh using a whisk and drill, there are plenty of tried and tested hacks.
If you're looking for other helpful tips and tricks or alternatives to carving, there are plenty of ideas being shared online.
Here's a round up of some of the best pumpkin hacks to help you prepare for Halloween 2020.
Whisk drill and cinnamon hack
TikTok user @brandon.hardy.art recently shared his top pumpkin tips with followers.
In the video, Brandon takes viewers through the process of transforming a pumpkin step-by-step.
He says: "Wash your pumpkin with soap and water.
"Use a jigsaw to cut a whole in the bottom NOT the top - you'll thank me later.
"I mark all my cuts with a red dry erase marker.
"Grab a drill and a beater from an electric mixer.
"Use it to scrape the guts off the walls of your pumpkin.
"Pour out the guts and start drawing. The red dry erase marker is so easy to clean up after carving or even if you make a mistake while drawing.
"Then just cut it all out with a jigsaw - a gentle push on the blade will go right in.
"You don't need to run it at full speed - it's going to cut through the pumpkin like it's nothing.
"Take your time and be careful."
"When you're done, wipe off whatever's left of the dry erase marker.
"Try different lights in your pumpkin - glow sticks, strobe lights.
"If you're going for a classic real candle - pour some cinnamon into your pumpkin [pour onto the inside of your pumpkin before you insert the candle].
"When it heats up it makes the room smell like pumpkin spice."
(Image: ralph-ravi-kayden/unsplash.com)
Biscuit cutter hack
TikTok user @barbaramajeski shared her top hack on how to carve a pumpkin using biscuit cutters.
In the video, she says: "These are ghost and bat cookie cutters.
"Press them firm against the skin."
She then advises using a mallet or a meat tenderiser to carefully hammer the biscuit cutter into the side of the pumpkin.
She adds: "I'll use the other side of the mallet to press the pumpkin carving all the way through the skin.
"And then I'll shine it out with some clear gloss, pop in some tea lights, and add it to my front door decor."
Biscuit cutters in the UK are relatively inexpensive to pick up.
You can buy them online and in supermarkets, bargain stores and cake craft shops.
Prices will vary from store to store, but you should be able to get your hands on some for around £5.
Thread hack
TikTok user @squishyvangogh shared a creative way to upgrade a pumpkin decoration using a 'lace-up' method.
In the video, she prepares her pumpkin by removing the flesh and using a knife to cut basic eyes and mouth shapes.
She then outlines the edge of the cut out shapes with small holes - you could use a wooden or metal skewer if you wanted to try this trick at home.
Once all the holes have been punched through, she takes pieces of string and laces them all up to create a Nightmare Before Christmas stitch effect.
Gold spray hack
If you want to try something other than carving this year, you could always keep your pumpkin whole and give it a lick of paint.
Instagram user @lorniedune shared a picture of her two pumpkins spray painted gold.
In the caption she wrote: "Why have I never spray painted pumpkins before?
"Quick, great coverage, and dries super fast.
"It will be a great base coat for the kids to paint."
Golf tee hack
And another alternative to carving is by adding colour using multi-coloured golf tees and a hammer.
In a post shared to followers on Instagram, user @weneedmoreglitter wrote: "This one is a family favourite and we look forward to it every year!
"Just grab some golf tees and a hammer and have fun poking, pushing and hammering tees into your pumpkin!
"Kids love a chance to use real tools and this is a fun way to get involved if they aren’t quite ready to help carve with knives.
"We started doing this when my kids were around age 1 and my almost 5 year old was still delighted by it this year!"
Pumpkin bath hack
Instagram user @vintage_arrow shared a handy tip that will help to prevent your pumpkin from going off to quickly.
In the caption under her photo of several squashes in a bubble bath, she writes: "Don’t forget to wash your pumpkins and ghords!
"This will kill all bacteria and help prevent them from rotting as quickly!
"I use a little bleach and soap.
"Let them soak for a few minutes.
"Use a wet or scrub brush and literally wash them.
"Rinse and let dry!
"Such a good trick on helping pumpkins last twice as long!"
If you have an interesting Halloween hack you want to share with readers - we'd love to hear from you. Email alice.irving@reachplc.com with a picture and description.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--MPS pile on the pressure to get Marcus Rashford government school meals U-turn

Pressure is increasing on the government to reverse its decision not to provide free schools meals over the holidays in England following a campaign led by Wythenshawe-born footballer Marcus Rashford which has captured the nation 's imagination .
Some Conservative MPs have broken cover and opposed Downing Street 's stance as Labour has threatened to push for another Commons vote on the issue .
Meanwhile , more than 2,000 paediatricians who work with children and young people have signed a letter saying England should follow the devolved nations of Scotland , Northern Ireland and Wales and provide free meals during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Paediatrics and Child Health ( RCPCH ) said they are shocked by the government ’ s “ refusal ” to do so , and praised footballer Manchester United and England striker Marcus Rashford for his “ powerful campaigning ” on the issue .
Scores of businesses and organisations across Greater Manchester - and the country -have pledged to offer free food to children from low income backgrounds in the days since MPs rejected a bid from Labour , to extend free school meals over the holidays until Easter .
Prime Minister Boris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Marcus - who has received an MBE honouring his efforts to tackle child food poverty - to discuss his free school meals campaign .
The government , meanwhile , has said it has increased welfare support for vulnerable families , who have collectively received `` millions of pounds in funding '' .
Labour 's Shadow Education Secretary Kate Green called on the Prime Minister Boris Johnson to meet with Rashford ’ s task force “ as a matter of urgency ” to discuss its proposals for ending child poverty .
Mr Johnson ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a meeting with Rashford as a “ no-brainer ” , and urged ministers to develop a long-term strategy to combat child food hunger .
While former Defence Minister Tobias Ellwood said extending provision over the holidays is a “ simple and practical vehicle ” to support families and called on the government to “ re-visit ” the option .
Councils , including Conservative-run bodies , have announced stop-gap measures to cover the October half-term break which begins tomorrow .
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There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rank and file Conservative MPs about the decision to rule out extending free meal vouchers over the school holidays to around 1.3 million families in England .
Former Children 's Minister , Tim Loughton , who was not a supporter of Labour 's motion , said he would lobby ministers to reverse the decision in time for the Christmas break .
Johnny Mercer , a current Defence Minister , claimed on Twitter that the government had handled the issue `` poorly '' .
And hundreds of thousands of people have signed Marcus Rashford @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Labour said it will force a new Commons vote on the issue if the government does n't change its position before the Christmas recess .
Tulip Siddiq , the Shadow Minister for Children , apologised for the issue becoming a political football , but said some Conservatives are realising it is `` principles before party . ''
She told BBC Breakfast that as some council had agreed to provide meal vouchers during half-term , it had now become a `` postcode lottery '' as not every local authority had stepped up .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to condemn the unacceptable levels of abuse some MPs had received for voting against the motion .
According to the BBC , Mansfield Conservative MP Ben Bradley said his comments on the issue had been taken out of context , when he commented on a school in his constituency : `` One kid lives in a crack den , another in a brothel '' , he wrote .
When a Twitter user said that `` £20 cash direct to a crack den and a brothel sounds like the way forward with this one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's what FSM [ free school meal ] vouchers in the summer effectively did ... '' He said the tweet , which has since been deleted , had been `` totally taken out of context . ''
Defending Mr Bradley , another MP Mark Jenkinson accused people of attempting to “ score political points ” as he claimed that in his constituency of Workington in a “ tiny ” minority of cases food parcels – not vouchers – are “ sold or traded for drugs ” .
The comments also sparked questions and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s Jess Phillips writing : “ Seriously Mark , let ’ s have a chat about this when in Parliament I ’ d love to see your evidence.
” Conservative MP Selaine Saxby had to delete a Facebook post in which she hoped business who were giving away free food `` will not be seeking any further government support '' .
The North Devon MP claimed her comments were `` out of context '' , adding : `` I , of course , deeply regret any offence which may have been caused .
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Pressure is increasing on the government to reverse its decision not to provide free schools meals over the holidays in England following a campaign led by Wythenshawe-born footballer Marcus Rashford which has captured the nation's imagination.
Some Conservative MPs have broken cover and opposed Downing Street's stance as Labour has threatened to push for another Commons vote on the issue.
Meanwhile, more than 2,000 paediatricians who work with children and young people have signed a letter saying England should follow the devolved nations of Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales and provide free meals during holidays.
Members of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) said they are shocked by the government’s “refusal” to do so, and praised footballer Manchester United and England striker Marcus Rashford for his “powerful campaigning” on the issue.
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Scores of businesses and organisations across Greater Manchester - and the country -have pledged to offer free food to children from low income backgrounds in the days since MPs rejected a bid from Labour, to extend free school meals over the holidays until Easter.
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Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing calls to meet 22-year-old Marcus - who has received an MBE honouring his efforts to tackle child food poverty - to discuss his free school meals campaign.
The government, meanwhile, has said it has increased welfare support for vulnerable families, who have collectively received "millions of pounds in funding".
Labour's Shadow Education Secretary Kate Green called on the Prime Minister Boris Johnson to meet with Rashford’s task force “as a matter of urgency” to discuss its proposals for ending child poverty.
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Mr Johnson’s own party colleague Robert Halfon described a meeting with Rashford as a “no-brainer”, and urged ministers to develop a long-term strategy to combat child food hunger.
While former Defence Minister Tobias Ellwood said extending provision over the holidays is a “simple and practical vehicle” to support families and called on the government to “re-visit” the option.
Councils, including Conservative-run bodies, have announced stop-gap measures to cover the October half-term break which begins tomorrow.
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There is concern, however, that within rank and file Conservative MPs about the decision to rule out extending free meal vouchers over the school holidays to around 1.3 million families in England.
Former Children's Minister, Tim Loughton, who was not a supporter of Labour's motion, said he would lobby ministers to reverse the decision in time for the Christmas break.
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Johnny Mercer, a current Defence Minister, claimed on Twitter that the government had handled the issue "poorly".
And hundreds of thousands of people have signed Marcus Rashford's petition on ending child food poverty.
Labour said it will force a new Commons vote on the issue if the government doesn't change its position before the Christmas recess.
Tulip Siddiq, the Shadow Minister for Children, apologised for the issue becoming a political football, but said some Conservatives are realising it is "principles before party."
She told BBC Breakfast that as some council had agreed to provide meal vouchers during half-term, it had now become a "postcode lottery" as not every local authority had stepped up.
Marcus took to social media on Saturday to condemn the unacceptable levels of abuse some MPs had received for voting against the motion.
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According to the BBC, Mansfield Conservative MP Ben Bradley said his comments on the issue had been taken out of context, when he commented on a school in his constituency: "One kid lives in a crack den, another in a brothel", he wrote.
When a Twitter user said that "£20 cash direct to a crack den and a brothel sounds like the way forward with this one", he responded: "That's what FSM [free school meal] vouchers in the summer effectively did..."
He said the tweet, which has since been deleted, had been "totally taken out of context."
Defending Mr Bradley, another MP Mark Jenkinson accused people of attempting to “score political points” as he claimed that in his constituency of Workington in a “tiny” minority of cases food parcels – not vouchers – are “sold or traded for drugs”.
The comments also sparked questions and demands for evidence, with Labour’s Jess Phillips writing: “Seriously Mark, let’s have a chat about this when in Parliament I’d love to see your evidence.”
Conservative MP Selaine Saxby had to delete a Facebook post in which she hoped business who were giving away free food "will not be seeking any further government support".
The North Devon MP claimed her comments were "out of context", adding: "I, of course, deeply regret any offence which may have been caused.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--Cost of household items 'could soar' if no-deal Brexit, warns business group

Import costs for everyday items could rise by around a third in the event of a no-deal Brexit - making the household shopping basket 'much more expensive ' - a major UK business group has warned .
The cost of moving goods could also rise due to tariffs , and restrictions to the number of lorry access permits available to enter the EU could put businesses across the country at risk , Logistics UK said .
David Wells , chief executive of the organisation previously known as the Freight Transport Association , urged the government to keep working towards a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drive inflation up as a result of the rise in prices for imported goods .
In a letter to the Sunday Times , he said : “ Everyday household items we import will become more expensive under World Trade Organisation tariffs , some by 30 per cent or more .
“ This will make the household shopping basket much more expensive , particularly in the early part of 2021 when we rely on imports for much of our fresh food.
” Senior cabinet minister Michael Gove has acknowledged that leaving the transition period @ @ @ @ @ @ @ turbulence ' .
In his letter , Mr Wells added : “ The actual cost of moving goods will also increase , if new vehicles , parts and tyres are also subject to tariffs .
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Click here ... “ This is more than ‘ turbulence ’ , as suggested by Mr Gove last week , and logistics businesses , operating on 2pc margins , can not afford to take on these costs.
” Citing concerns around permits allowing lorries access to the EU @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Mr Wells said : “ The permit quota available to UK operators will fall short by a factor of four , putting businesses at risk right across the country .
“ We are urging government to keep pressing for a deal with Brussels , to protect not only our industry but the economy as a whole.
” A government spokesman said : “ The Prime Minister has been clear that a negotiated outcome at the end of the transition period remains our preference .
“ The EU has now agreed to a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taking place daily , and both sides recognising that time is extremely short .
“ At the end of the year we will be outside the single market and the customs union and intensive planning is under way to help ensure that businesses are ready to seize the opportunities that it will bring .
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Import costs for everyday items could rise by around a third in the event of a no-deal Brexit - making the household shopping basket 'much more expensive' - a major UK business group has warned.
The cost of moving goods could also rise due to tariffs, and restrictions to the number of lorry access permits available to enter the EU could put businesses across the country at risk, Logistics UK said.
David Wells, chief executive of the organisation previously known as the Freight Transport Association, urged the government to keep working towards a deal, saying a no-deal scenario could drive inflation up as a result of the rise in prices for imported goods.
In a letter to the Sunday Times, he said: “Everyday household items we import will become more expensive under World Trade Organisation tariffs, some by 30 per cent or more.
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“This will make the household shopping basket much more expensive, particularly in the early part of 2021 when we rely on imports for much of our fresh food.”
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Senior cabinet minister Michael Gove has acknowledged that leaving the transition period without a trade deal would cause 'some turbulence'.
In his letter, Mr Wells added: “The actual cost of moving goods will also increase, if new vehicles, parts and tyres are also subject to tariffs.
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“This is more than ‘turbulence’, as suggested by Mr Gove last week, and logistics businesses, operating on 2pc margins, cannot afford to take on these costs.”
Citing concerns around permits allowing lorries access to the EU market in the event of a no-deal, Mr Wells said: “The permit quota available to UK operators will fall short by a factor of four, putting businesses at risk right across the country.
“We are urging government to keep pressing for a deal with Brussels, to protect not only our industry but the economy as a whole.”
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A government spokesman said: “The Prime Minister has been clear that a negotiated outcome at the end of the transition period remains our preference.
“The EU has now agreed to a genuine intensification of negotiations, with talks taking place daily, and both sides recognising that time is extremely short.
“At the end of the year we will be outside the single market and the customs union and intensive planning is under way to help ensure that businesses are ready to seize the opportunities that it will bring.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--Bolton midfielder wants to 'prove people wrong' after early criticism 'hurt'

Antoni Sarcevic has the bit between his teeth and is proving his critics wrong according to Bolton Wanderers boss Ian Evatt who insists the midfielder is captain 'for a reason ' .
Sarcevic has struck twice in the last two games to earn draws for the League Two side after coming from behind .
The former Plymouth Argyle , Chester FC and Crewe Alexandra man scored a dramatic late leveller in a 3-3 draw against Evatt 's former side Barrow in midweek .
And he followed it up with another goal on the road , this time against early League @ @ @ @ @ @ @ came from behind to secure a 1-1 draw .
He is now Bolton 's top scorer this season with three goals in all competitions , but was criticised earlier on in the season by some sections of the Wanderers fanbase for his performances .
But Evatt insists Sarcevic is Wanderers skipper for a reason and believes he reacted to the flak by wanting to prove people wrong .
And after a positive performance against the U 's which could have been a second win of the campaign for Wanderers , Evatt wants Bolton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Tuesday evening at the University of Bolton Stadium .
He said : “ He ’ s the captain of this team for a reason and I don ’ t choose captains of this team lightly .
“ He ’ s one who has the bit between his teeth and the criticism hurt him .
He took it personally and so he should , he wanted to prove people wrong , we all do .
And we will do .
“ I have no doubt in my mind that come the end of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ very different place .
“ We just need some patience , I understand the supporters ’ pain .
They can see today and can ’ t get the feel for it like you guys do .
The pleasing thing is that you guys recognise today was a good performance .
`` We all have a duty – I do as the manager of this football club , you guys do to be positive when it deserves it , and today I think deserves it .
“ They will listen to you , hopefully @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that today was an excellent performance .
“ I know we haven ’ t got the points on the board that we want but if we can build on that Tuesday , it will be better .
“ Without the 95 th minute Oldham goal on the counter attack we ’ d be four games unbeaten now .
`` These draws have to be turned into wins but I think we could have won this game 1-0 .
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Antoni Sarcevic has the bit between his teeth and is proving his critics wrong according to Bolton Wanderers boss Ian Evatt who insists the midfielder is captain 'for a reason'.
Sarcevic has struck twice in the last two games to earn draws for the League Two side after coming from behind.
The former Plymouth Argyle, Chester FC and Crewe Alexandra man scored a dramatic late leveller in a 3-3 draw against Evatt's former side Barrow in midweek.
And he followed it up with another goal on the road, this time against early League Two leaders Cambridge United as the Trotters came from behind to secure a 1-1 draw.
He is now Bolton's top scorer this season with three goals in all competitions, but was criticised earlier on in the season by some sections of the Wanderers fanbase for his performances.
But Evatt insists Sarcevic is Wanderers skipper for a reason and believes he reacted to the flak by wanting to prove people wrong.
And after a positive performance against the U's which could have been a second win of the campaign for Wanderers, Evatt wants Bolton to build on that against Bradford City on Tuesday evening at the University of Bolton Stadium.
He said: “He’s the captain of this team for a reason and I don’t choose captains of this team lightly.
“He’s one who has the bit between his teeth and the criticism hurt him. He took it personally and so he should, he wanted to prove people wrong, we all do. And we will do.
“I have no doubt in my mind that come the end of this season this club will be a very different place.
“We just need some patience, I understand the supporters’ pain. They can see today and can’t get the feel for it like you guys do. The pleasing thing is that you guys recognise today was a good performance.
"We all have a duty – I do as the manager of this football club, you guys do to be positive when it deserves it, and today I think deserves it.
“They will listen to you, hopefully, today. And they will understand that today was an excellent performance.
“I know we haven’t got the points on the board that we want but if we can build on that Tuesday, it will be better.
“Without the 95 th minute Oldham goal on the counter attack we’d be four games unbeaten now.
"These draws have to be turned into wins but I think we could have won this game 1-0.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--Cornwall holiday let owners urged to turn away visitors from Manchester

Holiday let owners in Cornwall have been urged to turn away visitors from high risk coronavirus areas in the north .
Tourism bosses have advised accommodation providers not to take any bookings from potential visitors living in Tier 3 regions .
They want to prevent people from areas such Greater Manchester taking a staycation in the south west , where the infection rate has remained low .
The warning was issued by Cornwall Council and Visit Cornwall .
In Devon meanwhile , tourists from high risk areas are being urged to stay away by the county council .
It follows @ @ @ @ @ @ @ owner in Devon confirming they had already rejected a visitor from Barnsley in Yorkshire , which is about to enter tier 3 .
Malcolm Bell , the chief executive of Visit Cornwall , has now advised all people not to take bookings from anyone living in the affected areas .
He also urged people to cancel any planned visits from anyone already booked into accommodation or visiting friends and relatives , unless the stay is one of the exceptions in the Government guidance .
He said : “ We all need to play @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intensity of the Covid 19 crisis by reinforcing the Government guidance for areas with high level and high restriction , but also that everyone in Cornwall , visitor or residents must double our efforts with hand washing , the wearing of face coverings where required and especially social distancing.
” Manchester was moved into tier 3 restrictions , which ask people to 'avoid staying overnight in another part of the UK , except if you need to for work , education or caring responsibilities , ' on Friday .
Councillor Julian German , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Our first priority is to keep our residents safe during this pandemic and ensure that undue strain is not placed on our health service .
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Click here ... “ It is not easy , especially after such a difficult year , to ask any business to turn trade away , but these are exceptional circumstances and we are asking everyone to work with us to keep Cornwall safe .
“ In Cornwall we are seeing relatively low numbers of infections , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from other areas of the country how quickly the picture can change .
“ I am not willing to undo the fantastic work of our public health team in keeping our residents safe , and that is why I am asking those who visit us to follow the rules .
Do not travel to Cornwall if you live in a high-risk area and help us to keep Cornwall safe .
“ Our tourism industry is a vital part of the Cornish economy , and we all look forward to the day when we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ However , while we remain in such a precarious position with regards to the pandemic , we must continue to protect our residents.
” A spokesman for Devon County council said : “ In a two tier area the County Council , as the upper tier authority does not have direct responsibility for the monitoring or enforcement of tourist operators .
This falls within the jurisdiction of our eight district councils .
`` We are however aware of various industry advice such as that issued by SW Tourism and by the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ partnership .
`` This advice attempts to advise operators in relation to the interpretation of national guidance relating to different tiers and different parts of the UK , bookings , their insurance status , refunds and how to make additional provisions for visitors under additional local restrictions .
`` The County Council is however responsible for Public Health and the local outbreak management plan .
As such our media statements asking people in high risk areas to consider carefully the likely impact of any visit to the area and even to stay away @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guidance ) is based on the need to protect local residents and prevent a rapid increase in local Covid cases.
” The holiday let owner who spoke out was based in Torbay , Devon , which is currently in the lowest category of 'medium ' .
News of the cancellation was shared on Facebook , and people were quick to share their support .
One wrote : `` Absolutely , she did the right thing .
`` As a Lancastarian , living in Devon , I would love to visit my friends and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and invite them down here .
`` But we are using our common sense , which appears to be lacking in certain areas . ''
Another said : `` It does n't matter what we think .
It 's the holiday owner 's business - they have to do what they think is right for them . ''
Another poster wrote : `` Absolutely they ’ ve done the right thing .
For goodness sake , people living in high risk areas should not be travelling anywhere .
`` It ’ s no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ acting like this . ''

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Holiday let owners in Cornwall have been urged to turn away visitors from high risk coronavirus areas in the north.
Tourism bosses have advised accommodation providers not to take any bookings from potential visitors living in Tier 3 regions.
They want to prevent people from areas such Greater Manchester taking a staycation in the south west, where the infection rate has remained low.
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The warning was issued by Cornwall Council and Visit Cornwall.
In Devon meanwhile, tourists from high risk areas are being urged to stay away by the county council.
It follows an online post from one holiday let owner in Devon confirming they had already rejected a visitor from Barnsley in Yorkshire, which is about to enter tier 3.
Malcolm Bell, the chief executive of Visit Cornwall, has now advised all people not to take bookings from anyone living in the affected areas.
He also urged people to cancel any planned visits from anyone already booked into accommodation or visiting friends and relatives, unless the stay is one of the exceptions in the Government guidance.
(Image: Greg Martin / Cornwall Live)
He said: “We all need to play our part in limiting the spread and intensity of the Covid 19 crisis by reinforcing the Government guidance for areas with high level and high restriction, but also that everyone in Cornwall, visitor or residents must double our efforts with hand washing, the wearing of face coverings where required and especially social distancing.”
Manchester was moved into tier 3 restrictions, which ask people to 'avoid staying overnight in another part of the UK, except if you need to for work, education or caring responsibilities,' on Friday.
Councillor Julian German, leader of Cornwall council, added: “Our first priority is to keep our residents safe during this pandemic and ensure that undue strain is not placed on our health service.
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“It is not easy, especially after such a difficult year, to ask any business to turn trade away, but these are exceptional circumstances and we are asking everyone to work with us to keep Cornwall safe.
“In Cornwall we are seeing relatively low numbers of infections, which is welcome. However, we know from other areas of the country how quickly the picture can change.
“I am not willing to undo the fantastic work of our public health team in keeping our residents safe, and that is why I am asking those who visit us to follow the rules. Do not travel to Cornwall if you live in a high-risk area and help us to keep Cornwall safe.
“Our tourism industry is a vital part of the Cornish economy, and we all look forward to the day when we can welcome visitors back with no restrictions.
“However, while we remain in such a precarious position with regards to the pandemic, we must continue to protect our residents.”
A spokesman for Devon County council said: “In a two tier area the County Council, as the upper tier authority does not have direct responsibility for the monitoring or enforcement of tourist operators. This falls within the jurisdiction of our eight district councils.
"We are however aware of various industry advice such as that issued by SW Tourism and by the Heart of the South West Local Enterprise partnership.
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"This advice attempts to advise operators in relation to the interpretation of national guidance relating to different tiers and different parts of the UK, bookings, their insurance status, refunds and how to make additional provisions for visitors under additional local restrictions.
"The County Council is however responsible for Public Health and the local outbreak management plan. As such our media statements asking people in high risk areas to consider carefully the likely impact of any visit to the area and even to stay away for now (in line with national guidance) is based on the need to protect local residents and prevent a rapid increase in local Covid cases.”
The holiday let owner who spoke out was based in Torbay, Devon, which is currently in the lowest category of 'medium'.
News of the cancellation was shared on Facebook, and people were quick to share their support.
One wrote: "Absolutely, she did the right thing.
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"As a Lancastarian, living in Devon, I would love to visit my friends and family in the north of England, and invite them down here.
"But we are using our common sense, which appears to be lacking in certain areas."
Another said: "It doesn't matter what we think. It's the holiday owner's business - they have to do what they think is right for them."
Another poster wrote: "Absolutely they’ve done the right thing. For goodness sake, people living in high risk areas should not be travelling anywhere.
"It’s no wonder it’s spreading with people acting like this."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-10-25--Man United morning headlines as Solskjaer claims error made over Paul Pogba

Here are your Manchester United morning headlines for Sunday , 25 October .
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has conceded that he might have been too hasty in throwing Paul Pogba straight back into the starting 11 this season .
The French World Cup winner ’ s pre-season preparations was disrupted after testing positive for coronavirus shortly before the 2020/21 campaign got underway .
Pogba started the home defeats to Crystal Palace and Tottenham Hotspur , but has been used as more of an impact substitute since the international break .
`` When you 've got good players it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to make when you 've got good players on the bench that can come on and impact the game , '' Solskjaer said after yesterday ’ s goalless draw .
`` I think Paul , all three games this week , he 's really come on and made a very positive impact .
`` He 's been out for a while with coronavirus this summer , so he 's getting better and better and maybe more his shape .
Maybe I was unfair to him starting him that early in the first few @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he 's done great when he 's come on . ''
Here ’ s what the United boss said in full .
Frank Lampard explains what he said to Solskjaer in touchline exchange Chelsea head coach Frank Lampard has admitted that there wasn ’ t much entertainment value in their 0-0 draw at Old Trafford on Saturday .
The former midfielder , who made over 600 appearances for the Blues as a player , could be seen talking with Solskjaer in the closing stages of the game .
`` I said that !
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Geoff Shreeves said he noticed him telling Solskjaer 'it looks like nobody is winning this ' in the closing stages .
“ It was n't a classic , was it ?
If I was at half five waiting for Man United against Chelsea , as a neutral for sure , you want more .
`` But I think at the start of this season I 've been watching games , I watched the lunchtime game today ( West Ham 's 1-1 draw with Manchester City ) , tough games .
“ People are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the same , we have to be humble to that and say we need to work and get better .
`` But if you 're going to come here ... we came here last year and , for me , we were the best team on the pitch for the first 60 minutes and lost 4-0.
” The thinking behind spending a reported £35.7m on Donny van de Beek has been questioned by former United left-back Patrice Evra .
The 23-year-old Netherlands international has struggled for opportunities after his summer move from Ajax @ @ @ @ @ @ @ League appearances coming off the bench .
He was an unused substitute against Chelsea and watched from the stands as United searched for a goal in the closing stages .
“ A team like Man United needs to be in charge , they need to be in control of the game , not waiting for the last 15 minutes to bring on Paul [ Pogba ] and [ Edinson ] Cavani , ” Evra said on Sky Sports .
“ Maybe they should start , maybe not .
I just want to see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ re talking about Van de Beek , nothing against the kid , but why has he bought him ?
He ’ s watching the game from the stand every game .
We don ’ t need him , that ’ s the truth .
”

Here are your Manchester United morning headlines for Sunday, 25 October.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer makes Paul Pogba admission
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has conceded that he might have been too hasty in throwing Paul Pogba straight back into the starting 11 this season.
The French World Cup winner’s pre-season preparations was disrupted after testing positive for coronavirus shortly before the 2020/21 campaign got underway.
Pogba started the home defeats to Crystal Palace and Tottenham Hotspur, but has been used as more of an impact substitute since the international break.
"When you've got good players it's a nice challenge and a decision to make when you've got good players on the bench that can come on and impact the game," Solskjaer said after yesterday’s goalless draw.
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"I think Paul, all three games this week, he's really come on and made a very positive impact.
"He's been out for a while with coronavirus this summer, so he's getting better and better and maybe more his shape. Maybe I was unfair to him starting him that early in the first few games but he's coming on and he's done great when he's come on."
Here’s what the United boss said in full .
Frank Lampard explains what he said to Solskjaer in touchline exchange
Chelsea head coach Frank Lampard has admitted that there wasn’t much entertainment value in their 0-0 draw at Old Trafford on Saturday.
The former midfielder, who made over 600 appearances for the Blues as a player, could be seen talking with Solskjaer in the closing stages of the game.
"I said that!” Lampard confirmed when Sky Sports reporter Geoff Shreeves said he noticed him telling Solskjaer 'it looks like nobody is winning this' in the closing stages.
“It wasn't a classic, was it? If I was at half five waiting for Man United against Chelsea, as a neutral for sure, you want more.
"But I think at the start of this season I've been watching games, I watched the lunchtime game today (West Ham's 1-1 draw with Manchester City), tough games.
“People are trying to find things and we're the same, we have to be humble to that and say we need to work and get better.
"But if you're going to come here... we came here last year and, for me, we were the best team on the pitch for the first 60 minutes and lost 4-0.”
Here’s the full story .
Patrice Evra makes brutal Donny van de Beek assessment
The thinking behind spending a reported £35.7m on Donny van de Beek has been questioned by former United left-back Patrice Evra.
The 23-year-old Netherlands international has struggled for opportunities after his summer move from Ajax, with all four of his Premier League appearances coming off the bench.
He was an unused substitute against Chelsea and watched from the stands as United searched for a goal in the closing stages.
“A team like Man United needs to be in charge, they need to be in control of the game, not waiting for the last 15 minutes to bring on Paul [Pogba] and [Edinson] Cavani,” Evra said on Sky Sports.
“Maybe they should start, maybe not. I just want to see the best players play.
"We’re talking about Van de Beek, nothing against the kid, but why has he bought him? He’s watching the game from the stand every game. We don’t need him, that’s the truth.”