themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--Van Gaal comments show why Solskjaer is a better fit at Manchester United

Manchester United fans know that Louis van Gaal is prone to dropping the odd media bombshell or two .
In fact , it 's probably those funny segments of Van Gaal press conferences that supporters remember more fondly than the football under his stewardship .
It 's fair to say the two seasons of the Dutchman 's Old Trafford tenure were chaotic and confused ; and his most recent revelation only serves to reinforce that argument .
The black and white facts tell you that Van Gaal secured qualification for the Champions League in his first full season at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has done — and won the FA Cup in his second before being replaced by Jose Mourinho .
It 's not the worst Old Trafford CV in the post Sir Alex Ferguson era ( sorry David Moyes ) but Van Gaal has now revealed something that sums up why he was the wrong fit .
If the fact Van Gaal completed 14 first team transfers ( or loans ) in three United transfer windows was n't enough , he has now named 11 more players who he also wanted to sign , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lewandowski , but when this proved difficult I tried to get Gonzalo Higuain instead , '' Van Gaal told FourFourTwo .
`` Before I had arrived , I also spoke with the board about Neymar .
If you are at United , you have to think big .
He was also interesting for the club in terms of selling shirts , and I wanted to have quick wingers .
`` For that reason , I also tried to get Sadio Mané and Riyad Mahrez .
Thomas Muller was on my wish list , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I wanted N ’ Golo Kanté .
I even tried to sign James Milner , who was already quite old but very multi-functional and possessed leadership skills .
`` For the defence , I wanted Sergio Ramos and Mats Hummels , because ours wasn ’ t the strongest in building from the back .
Those were my top targets , but we couldn ’ t get any of them .
I don ’ t know why , because as the manager I wasn ’ t involved in any negotiations . ''
Leaving aside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United board , which contributed to his eventual demise , these comments are at odds with what the former Barcelona and Bayern Munich manager did best .
He will always be the man who brought through Marcus Rashford with stunning results .
He blooded 14 players from the United academy , with all those players appreciative of the exposure to first team football .
He wanted to replicate the success he 'd had promoting previous clubs ' youngsters during his time at United and would probably have succeeded if he 'd stuck to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ word he was fond of using , yet one that was rarely discernible .
To have such faith in youth , while at the same time splashing lavishly on players who did not fit the philosophy — Radamel Falcao , Angel di Maria , Bastian Schweinsteiger , to name a few — was downright strange .
Just imagine if United had then signed even four or five of the players Van Gaal has recently mentioned .
His transfer hit-rate at United was poor and even though he blames Ed Woodward and the United @ @ @ @ @ @ @ having the same problem .
Whereas Van Gaal failed to communicate his philosophy to those above him , Solskjaer has taken a firmer grip on the manager 's role .
Perhaps it is because the Norwegian is n't afraid to ape the style of Sir Alex Ferguson , whereas Van Gaal wanted to be his own man .
But Solskjaer can count Aaron Wan-Bissaka , Harry Maguire and Bruno Fernandes as transfer successes and all befitting of his own strategy , something he is blending with faith in homegrown stars like Mason Greenwood @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It is a more streamlined and focused approach at United these days .
Many United fans had doubts about Van Gaal when he was appointed in 2014 .
His heart was always in the right place and perhaps with clearer thinking , his time at Old Trafford may have been different .
At least with Solskjaer , although his achievements do not yet dwarf those of Van Gaal or Mourinho , United have a man who knows what he wants .
The Jadon Sancho transfer saga is rumbling on far too long for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ least there is no haphazard trolley dash for 11 marquee stars from around the globe .

Manchester United fans know that Louis van Gaal is prone to dropping the odd media bombshell or two. In fact, it's probably those funny segments of Van Gaal press conferences that supporters remember more fondly than the football under his stewardship.
It's fair to say the two seasons of the Dutchman's Old Trafford tenure were chaotic and confused; and his most recent revelation only serves to reinforce that argument.
The black and white facts tell you that Van Gaal secured qualification for the Champions League in his first full season at the club — just as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has done — and won the FA Cup in his second before being replaced by Jose Mourinho. It's not the worst Old Trafford CV in the post Sir Alex Ferguson era (sorry David Moyes) but Van Gaal has now revealed something that sums up why he was the wrong fit.
If the fact Van Gaal completed 14 first team transfers (or loans) in three United transfer windows wasn't enough, he has now named 11 more players who he also wanted to sign, but failed to.
"I wanted Robert Lewandowski, but when this proved difficult I tried to get Gonzalo Higuain instead," Van Gaal told FourFourTwo. "Before I had arrived, I also spoke with the board about Neymar. If you are at United, you have to think big. He was also interesting for the club in terms of selling shirts, and I wanted to have quick wingers.
"For that reason, I also tried to get Sadio Mané and Riyad Mahrez. Thomas Muller was on my wish list, too, and in central midfield, I wanted N’Golo Kanté. I even tried to sign James Milner, who was already quite old but very multi-functional and possessed leadership skills.
"For the defence, I wanted Sergio Ramos and Mats Hummels, because ours wasn’t the strongest in building from the back. Those were my top targets, but we couldn’t get any of them. I don’t know why, because as the manager I wasn’t involved in any negotiations."
Leaving aside the discord between Van Gaal and the United board, which contributed to his eventual demise, these comments are at odds with what the former Barcelona and Bayern Munich manager did best.
He will always be the man who brought through Marcus Rashford with stunning results. He blooded 14 players from the United academy, with all those players appreciative of the exposure to first team football. He wanted to replicate the success he'd had promoting previous clubs' youngsters during his time at United and would probably have succeeded if he'd stuck to that as a 'philosophy' — a word he was fond of using, yet one that was rarely discernible.
To have such faith in youth, while at the same time splashing lavishly on players who did not fit the philosophy — Radamel Falcao, Angel di Maria, Bastian Schweinsteiger, to name a few — was downright strange. Just imagine if United had then signed even four or five of the players Van Gaal has recently mentioned.
His transfer hit-rate at United was poor and even though he blames Ed Woodward and the United hierarchy for that, Solskjaer isn't having the same problem.
Whereas Van Gaal failed to communicate his philosophy to those above him, Solskjaer has taken a firmer grip on the manager's role. Perhaps it is because the Norwegian isn't afraid to ape the style of Sir Alex Ferguson, whereas Van Gaal wanted to be his own man.
But Solskjaer can count Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Harry Maguire and Bruno Fernandes as transfer successes and all befitting of his own strategy, something he is blending with faith in homegrown stars like Mason Greenwood, Brandon Williams and Scott McTominay. It is a more streamlined and focused approach at United these days.
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Many United fans had doubts about Van Gaal when he was appointed in 2014. His heart was always in the right place and perhaps with clearer thinking, his time at Old Trafford may have been different.
At least with Solskjaer, although his achievements do not yet dwarf those of Van Gaal or Mourinho, United have a man who knows what he wants. The Jadon Sancho transfer saga is rumbling on far too long for United fans' liking, but at least there is no haphazard trolley dash for 11 marquee stars from around the globe.
United are learning their lessons.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--You could work for PlayStation with the office less than an hour away from Manchester

Playing games all day sounds like something you 'd do on your day off .
But what if you could do it AND get paid for the pleasure ?
PlayStation Europe is hiring and the office less than an hour away from Manchester .
However , with a few of the vacancies , being fluent in a second language including Brazilian , Russian or Arabic is preffered .
The company , which has an office in Liverpool where the roles are being advertised , is looking for a functional test lead as well as three localisation testers .
The job @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is n't just the Best Place to Play — it 's also the Best Place to Work .
`` We 've thrilled gamers since 1994 , when we launched the original PlayStation .
Today , we ’ re recognised as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment .
`` The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment , a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation . ''
Sold already ?
Here 's what you need to know about the roles on offer .
The functional test lead will be responsible for coordinating all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ projects within PlayStation Studios .
It says that you will get to work on groundbreaking hardware and video-games within a large multicultural , multi region team which in turn will help the company drive and build the future of games and games testing .
The ideal candidate will need to fit the bill which includes excellent communication , organisational and social skills as well as , it goes without saying , a passion for video-games .
The company says that it 's `` nice to have '' PlayStation platform knowledge and the ability @ @ @ @ @ @ @ localisation testers , the role will see you making sure the audio and text in a video game are correct .
You will need to have native level knowledge for the required language ( grammar , spelling , and punctuation ) - which in this case is Brazilian , Russian or Arabic - and good attention to detail to find and provide corrections for errors .
Occasionally , you will also translate text for a video game or marketing .
The job ad asks : `` Do you have a passion for languages @ @ @ @ @ @ @ linguistic mistakes in video games ?
`` Would you like to be part of an international team whose work has impact on players around the world ?
Then we would love to hear from you ! ''
A salary has n't been specified on the advert but the hours of work are 37.5 hours per week , working 9am to 5.30pm , Monday to Friday .
Interested ?
You can apply for the job on Indeed or on the PlayStation Europe website .

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Playing games all day sounds like something you'd do on your day off.
But what if you could do it AND get paid for the pleasure?
PlayStation Europe is hiring and the office less than an hour away from Manchester.
However, with a few of the vacancies, being fluent in a second language including Brazilian, Russian or Arabic is preffered.
The company, which has an office in Liverpool where the roles are being advertised, is looking for a functional test lead as well as three localisation testers.
The job ads begin by saying: "PlayStation isn't just the Best Place to Play — it's also the Best Place to Work.
"We've thrilled gamers since 1994, when we launched the original PlayStation. Today, we’re recognised as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment.
"The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation."
Sold already? Here's what you need to know about the roles on offer.
The functional test lead will be responsible for coordinating all functionality project specific activities on your assigned projects within PlayStation Studios.
It says that you will get to work on groundbreaking hardware and video-games within a large multicultural, multi region team which in turn will help the company drive and build the future of games and games testing.
The ideal candidate will need to fit the bill which includes excellent communication, organisational and social skills as well as, it goes without saying, a passion for video-games.
The company says that it's "nice to have" PlayStation platform knowledge and the ability to speak Japanese.
As for the localisation testers, the role will see you making sure the audio and text in a video game are correct.
You will need to have native level knowledge for the required language (grammar, spelling, and punctuation) - which in this case is Brazilian, Russian or Arabic - and good attention to detail to find and provide corrections for errors.
Occasionally, you will also translate text for a video game or marketing.
The job ad asks: "Do you have a passion for languages and games? Do you enjoy finding linguistic mistakes in video games?
"Would you like to be part of an international team whose work has impact on players around the world? Then we would love to hear from you!"
A salary hasn't been specified on the advert but the hours of work are 37.5 hours per week, working 9am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.
Interested? You can apply for the job on Indeed or on the PlayStation Europe website.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--Man United response to Man City and Chelsea spending won't work a second time

Sir Alex Ferguson never did hide his displeasure at the way first Chelsea , and then Manchester City , ripped up the rule book around spending in the Premier League .
Both clubs spent their way to the title during Ferguson 's era of dominance at Old Trafford , but under the Scot United would recover to win the Premier League again .
Chelsea 's early spending in the Roman Abramovich years took the Blues to the title in 2004/05 and 2005/06 , but United 's response was n't to fight fire with fire .
`` Chelsea were spending money @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't mean we had to go down the same road .
We had to look at things a different way and I think we did it the right way in terms of what Manchester United is all about .
This club has always been associated with great young players down the years , and we 've tried to maintain that tradition , '' Ferguson said in 2009 , once United had regained the ascendancy with three successive titles .
After United levelled up the balance of power with Chelsea , along came what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ neighbours '' .
Once City 's spending paid dividends with the 2011/12 title , the United boss could n't resist another dig at the way a club had come in and shifted the rules of engagement in the transfer market .
`` We know that City are going to spend a fortune , pay stupid money , pay silly salaries and all that .
We know that happens , '' he said at the end of that season .
`` We concentrate on what we can do to try to bring players in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in young players .
That is what we are good at - we 're not like other clubs who can spend fortunes on proven goods . ''
United reclaimed the title in Ferguson 's final season , but in those final years when he had to compete with City for players and trophies he made it clear what he felt over the way they 'd approached the transfer market .
`` It 's been an insane transfer market for a long time and I think clubs like City create that .
They can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ marker on all the players and that makes it difficult for clubs then to be reasonable , '' said Ferguson .
`` There 's no chance of that calming down and I do n't see how the financial fair play can work .
No-one can match City 's financial power – no-one .
We have to accept that , so we do it a different way .
`` We 'll try to look at young players with the potential to develop in the club , which we 're good at , so we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beauty was that , under Ferguson , United could generally make that approach work .
It 's not that they did n't spend money , they clearly did , but there were rarely the spending sprees that Chelsea and City had embarked on .
That was generally as a result of United beginning from a position of strength , while those two clubs were playing catch up and looking to accelerate their progress .
In the summer of 2006 , after Chelsea had just won a second successive title , United 's only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In 2012 , when City had claimed the crown , Robin van Persie and Shinji Kagawa were the headline additions .
It was part of Ferguson 's genius to consistently get more out of his squad than anybody expected , which is why the titles for Chelsea and City were only a brief hiatus to United 's domination during this period .
But the challenge is back again now for United , especially this summer .
Chelsea 's spending spree is showing no signs of slowing down and City plan to further strengthen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ title .
Now United 's approach to the ambitious , aggressive stance of their rivals has to change .
They are no longer competing from a position of strength , instead , it is United who are having to play catch-up , and slow and steady transfer windows are unlikely to do the job .
City 's additions of Nathan Ake and Ferran Torres are likely to be followed by more , with Kalidou Koulibaly a likely centre back signing and there could well be a new forward as well .
Given United @ @ @ @ @ @ @ City , it 's clear they have to respond in kind .
Last season Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side finished just above Frank Lampard 's Chelsea , but right now the balance of power is clearly shifting in that battle .
Chelsea 's approach this summer has been a surprise , but they seem intent on making up for lost time in the transfer market , having been unable to sign any players last summer .
Already Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner have been confirmed , with Kai Havertz and Thiago Silva looking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ City left-back Ben Chilwell appears to be next on the radar and there could yet to be a new goalkeeper coming through the doors at Stamford Bridge .
Meanwhile United are continuing to pursue a value deal for Jadon Sancho .
That is probably the right approach , but it does mean they 're losing time on their rivals in the window .
If United get a deal for Sancho they 're happy with , it might not leave long to look at other areas of the squad .
It would be understandable @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He is seeing United 's rivals take a much more aggressive approach to recruitment this summer .
If United drop from third to fourth , or below , next season , Solskjaer will probably pay for that with his job , but the question has to be if the club are putting him in a position to take them forward next season .
There will be improvement from a young squad , but it will need a lot of development to counteract a £250million spending spree at Chelsea .
Ferguson might have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ find a different way to win , but that was speaking from a position of power United no longer hold .
Since his retirement they have released the shackles without spending it wisely , until last summer .
Now they have to continue with that approach , or risk seeing a repeat of the days when Chelsea and City zoomed off into the distance .

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Sir Alex Ferguson never did hide his displeasure at the way first Chelsea, and then Manchester City, ripped up the rule book around spending in the Premier League.
Both clubs spent their way to the title during Ferguson's era of dominance at Old Trafford, but under the Scot United would recover to win the Premier League again.
Chelsea's early spending in the Roman Abramovich years took the Blues to the title in 2004/05 and 2005/06, but United's response wasn't to fight fire with fire.
"Chelsea were spending money a different way, but it didn't mean we had to go down the same road. We had to look at things a different way and I think we did it the right way in terms of what Manchester United is all about. This club has always been associated with great young players down the years, and we've tried to maintain that tradition," Ferguson said in 2009, once United had regained the ascendancy with three successive titles.
After United levelled up the balance of power with Chelsea, along came what Ferguson referred to as the "noisy neighbours". Once City's spending paid dividends with the 2011/12 title, the United boss couldn't resist another dig at the way a club had come in and shifted the rules of engagement in the transfer market.
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"We know that City are going to spend a fortune, pay stupid money, pay silly salaries and all that. We know that happens," he said at the end of that season.
"We concentrate on what we can do to try to bring players in for the right reasons. We invest in young players. That is what we are good at - we're not like other clubs who can spend fortunes on proven goods."
United reclaimed the title in Ferguson's final season, but in those final years when he had to compete with City for players and trophies he made it clear what he felt over the way they'd approached the transfer market.
"It's been an insane transfer market for a long time and I think clubs like City create that. They can buy all the players and put a marker on all the players and that makes it difficult for clubs then to be reasonable," said Ferguson.
"There's no chance of that calming down and I don't see how the financial fair play can work. No-one can match City's financial power – no-one. We have to accept that, so we do it a different way.
"We'll try to look at young players with the potential to develop in the club, which we're good at, so we'll stay with that."
The beauty was that, under Ferguson, United could generally make that approach work. It's not that they didn't spend money, they clearly did, but there were rarely the spending sprees that Chelsea and City had embarked on. That was generally as a result of United beginning from a position of strength, while those two clubs were playing catch up and looking to accelerate their progress.
In the summer of 2006, after Chelsea had just won a second successive title, United's only response was to sign Michael Carrick. In 2012, when City had claimed the crown, Robin van Persie and Shinji Kagawa were the headline additions.
It was part of Ferguson's genius to consistently get more out of his squad than anybody expected, which is why the titles for Chelsea and City were only a brief hiatus to United's domination during this period.
But the challenge is back again now for United, especially this summer. Chelsea's spending spree is showing no signs of slowing down and City plan to further strengthen their squad to try and reclaim the title.
Now United's approach to the ambitious, aggressive stance of their rivals has to change. They are no longer competing from a position of strength, instead, it is United who are having to play catch-up, and slow and steady transfer windows are unlikely to do the job.
City's additions of Nathan Ake and Ferran Torres are likely to be followed by more, with Kalidou Koulibaly a likely centre back signing and there could well be a new forward as well. Given United have to find a way to catch City, it's clear they have to respond in kind.
Last season Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side finished just above Frank Lampard's Chelsea, but right now the balance of power is clearly shifting in that battle.
Chelsea's approach this summer has been a surprise, but they seem intent on making up for lost time in the transfer market, having been unable to sign any players last summer.
Already Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner have been confirmed, with Kai Havertz and Thiago Silva looking likely to follow very soon. Leicester City left-back Ben Chilwell appears to be next on the radar and there could yet to be a new goalkeeper coming through the doors at Stamford Bridge.
Meanwhile United are continuing to pursue a value deal for Jadon Sancho. That is probably the right approach, but it does mean they're losing time on their rivals in the window. If United get a deal for Sancho they're happy with, it might not leave long to look at other areas of the squad.
It would be understandable if Solskjaer was frustrated with this situation. He is seeing United's rivals take a much more aggressive approach to recruitment this summer. If United drop from third to fourth, or below, next season, Solskjaer will probably pay for that with his job, but the question has to be if the club are putting him in a position to take them forward next season.
There will be improvement from a young squad, but it will need a lot of development to counteract a £250million spending spree at Chelsea.
Ferguson might have had his ideals that United would rather find a different way to win, but that was speaking from a position of power United no longer hold.
Since his retirement they have released the shackles without spending it wisely, until last summer. Now they have to continue with that approach, or risk seeing a repeat of the days when Chelsea and City zoomed off into the distance.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--Greater Manchester school term and holiday dates for every borough

It 's nearly time for children to head back to school after months away from the classroom .
But this year it has n't just been for the summer holiday as most schoolchildren were forced to learn at home since March due to the pandemic .
Despite rising cases of coronavirus in some parts of England , the government has urged parents to send their children back to class when they reopen next week .
The UK ’ s chief medical officers have insisted they will be safe , and have claimed children are more at risk of long-term harm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ itself .
In not wanting to miss any more of school , it 's really important that you 're aware when your child 's school reopens for the autumn term , as dates can vary .
Each Greater Manchester council has outlined their recommended school terms , however it 's worth double checking with your individual school for exact dates .
Here 's the school term times and holidays for the year 2020/2021 : Bank holidays : Monday 3 May and Monday 31 May 2021 Starts : Monday 19 April 2021 Bank Holiday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Monday 31 May 2021 to Friday 4 June 2021 Ends : Friday 23 July 2021 Inset day to be arranged by schools On Monday 3 May all schools will be closed for the early May Bank Holiday

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It's nearly time for children to head back to school after months away from the classroom.
But this year it hasn't just been for the summer holiday as most schoolchildren were forced to learn at home since March due to the pandemic.
Despite rising cases of coronavirus in some parts of England, the government has urged parents to send their children back to class when they reopen next week.
The UK’s chief medical officers have insisted they will be safe, and have claimed children are more at risk of long-term harm from missing school than from the virus itself.
In not wanting to miss any more of school, it's really important that you're aware when your child's school reopens for the autumn term, as dates can vary.
Each Greater Manchester council has outlined their recommended school terms, however it's worth double checking with your individual school for exact dates.
Some other individual school dates may vary depending on inset days or teacher training days.
Voluntary-aided, foundation, or academy school terms may be slightly different so contact your school directly if your child attends one of those.
Here's the recommended school term times and holidays for the year 2020/2021 according to each individual council:
Manchester City Council
Manchester council says most Manchester schools have the same holiday dates. But some voluntary-aided, foundation, or academy schools may differ. If in doubt, contact the individual school.
Autumn Term
School opens: Tuesday 1 September 2020
School closes: Friday 23 October 2020
Half term holiday
School opens: Monday 2 November 2020
School closes: Friday 18 December 2020
Christmas holiday
Spring Term
School opens: Monday 4 January 2021
School closes: Friday 12 February 2021
Half term holiday
School opens: Monday 22 February 2021
School closes: Thursday 1 April 2021
Easter holiday
Summer Term
School opens: Monday 19 April 2021
Bank holiday: School closes Monday 3 May 2021
School closes: Friday 28 May 2021
Half term holiday
School opens: Monday 7 June 2021
School closes: Wednesday 21 July 2021
Summer holiday
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Rochdale Borough Council
Rochdale council says schools are required to choose 3 days during term time to set aside for staff training which students don't attend.
The council also allows schools to change up to 2 days of their recommended holiday pattern, for example for polling days or religious festivals. Parents should refer to the specific school's website for the exact term dates.
Autumn Term
Autumn term begins Thursday, 3 September 2020
Autumn half term: Monday, 26 October 2020 - Friday, 30 October 2020 inclusive
Autumn term ends: Friday, 18 December 2020
Christmas holiday: Monday, 21 December 2020 - Friday, 1 January 2021 inclusive
Spring Term
Spring term begins Monday, 4 January 2021
Spring half term: Monday, 15 February 2021 - Friday, 19 February 2021 inclusive
Spring term ends: Thursday, 1 April 2021
Easter holiday: Friday, 2 April 2021 - Friday, 16 April 2021 inclusive
Summer Term
Summer term begins Monday, 19 April 2021
Summer half term: Monday, 31 May 2021 - Friday, 4 June 2021 inclusive
Summer term ends: Wednesday, 21 July 2021
Summer holiday: Thursday, 22 July 2021 - Monday, 31 August 2021 inclusive
Salford City Council
Salford council say most schools have the same holiday dates. But some voluntary-aided, foundation, or academy schools may be slightly different so contact your school directly.
Autumn Term
Opens: Tuesday 1 September 2020
Half term: Monday 26 October to Friday 30 October 2020 inclusive
Closes: Friday 18 December 2020
Spring Term
Opens: Monday 4 January 2021
Half term: Monday 15 February to Friday 19 February 2021 inclusive
Closes: Wednesday 31 March 2021
Bank holidays: Friday 2 April and Monday 5 April 2021
Summer Term
Opens: Monday 19 April 2021
Bank holidays: Monday 3 May and Monday 31 May 2021
Half term: Tuesday 1 June to Friday 4 June 2021 inclusive
Closes on: Thursday 22 July 2021
Bolton Council
Bolton council say term dates may vary slightly for each school, so parents should check each individual school for their holiday dates.
Autumn Term
Term begins: Monday 7th September 2020
Half Term: Monday 26th October – Friday 30th October 2020
Term ends: Friday 18th December 2020
Spring Term
Term begins: Monday 4th January 2021
Half Term: Monday 15th February – Friday 19th February 2021
Term ends: Thursday 1st April 2021
Summer Term
Term begins: Monday 19th April 2021
Bank Holiday: Monday 3rd May 2021
Bank Holiday: Monday 31st May 2021
Half Term: Tuesday 1st June – Friday 4th June 2021
Term ends: Friday 23rd July 2021
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Bury Council
Bury council say the dates below are agreed by the Local Authority for community and voluntary controlled schools. In voluntary aided and foundation schools the governing bodies approve their own dates. However in the majority of cases this is in line with the LA's pattern. Within the holiday pattern, there are a number of days each year (classed as 'occasional days holiday') where schools are able to choose the dates, giving them a little flexibility. The council says this calendars is only a guide and parents should check with individual schools for their exact dates.
Autumn Term
Starts: Tuesday 1 September 2020
Half term: Monday 26 October 2020 to Friday 30 October 2020
Ends: Friday 18 December 2020
Spring Term
Starts: Wednesday 6 January 2021
Half term: Monday 15 February 2021 to Friday 19 February 2021
Ends: Thursday 1 April 2021
Good Friday: 2nd April 2021 and Easter Monday: 5 April 2021
Summer Term
Starts: Monday 19 April 2021
Bank Holiday: 3 May 2021
Half term: Monday 31 May 2021 to Friday 4 June 2021
Ends: Friday 23 July 2021
Wigan Council
Wigan council say these are the standard school term dates according to the principles below which they ask Academy, Foundation and Voluntary Aided Wigan schools to follow but they are not obliged to do so. Please contact the school directly or access their website for details of term dates.
Autumn Term
1 September - 18 December
September 1 - inset day meaning schools will open to pupils on Tuesday 2
Half term - October 26-30
Spring Term
5 January - 31 March
January 5 - inset day - meaning schools will open to pupils on Wednesday 6
Half term - February 15-19
Summer Term
19 April - 21 July
Inset day to be arranged by schools
Half term - May 31 - June 4
Tameside Council
Tameside council says the following holiday patterns applies to all Local Authority Community, Voluntary Controlled and Community Special Schools. Please note Academies, Free Schools, Voluntary Aided and Foundation schools are able to set their own term dates, we advise you check school websites for details.
Primary and nursery school holiday dates:
Autumn Term
1st Sept 2020 - Fri 23rd Oct 2020
Half term: Mon 26th Oct 2020 to Fri 30th Oct 2020
Mon 2nd Nov 2020 - Fri 18th Dec 2020
Christmas holidays: Mon 21st Dec 2020 to Fri 1st Jan 2021
Spring Term
Mon 4th Jan 2021 - Fri 12th Feb 2021
Half term: Mon 15th Feb 2021 - Fri 19th Feb 2021
Mon 22nd Feb 2021 - Thurs 1st Apr 2021
Easter holidays: Fri 2nd Apr 2021 - Fri 16th Apr 2021
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1st Sept 2020 - Fri 23rd Oct 2020
Half term: Mon 26th Oct 2020 to Fri 30th Oct 2020
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Mon 4th Jan 2021 - Fri 12th Feb 2021
Half term: Mon 15th Feb 2021 - Fri 19th Feb 2021
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Half term: Mon 31st May 2021 - Fri 4th June 2021
Mon 7th Jun 2021 - Mon 19th Jul 2021
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Stockport Council
Stockport council say dates may differ for voluntary aided schools and schools with Trust or Academy status, as these schools are able to set their own calendar. You will be able to get further information by contacting the individual school.
Autumn Term
Term starts: Tuesday 1 September 2020
Half term holiday: Monday 26 October to Friday 30 October 2020
Term ends: Tuesday 22 December 2020
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Term starts: Thursday 7 January 2021
Half term holiday: Monday 15 February to Friday 19 February 2021
Term ends: Friday 26 March 2021
Easter break: Monday 29 March to Friday 9 April 2021
Summer Term
Term starts: Monday 12 April 2021
May day: 3 May 2021
Spring bank holiday: 31 May 2021
Half term primary holiday: Tuesday 1 June to Friday 11 June 2021
Half term secondary holiday: Tuesday 1 June to Friday 4 June 2021
Term ends primary: Wednesday 28 July 2021
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Trafford Council
Trafford council say governing bodies should determine the inset days and inform the Local Authority of those days. If an election is called and school buildings may be required for use as polling stations. If schools are used as polling stations and cannot operate whilst polling takes place, one of the inset days must be used on polling day. Schools’ may also decide to vary this recommended model.
Autumn term
Tuesday 1 September 2020 - Friday 23 October 2020
Half term
Monday 2 November 2020 - Friday 18 December 2020
Spring term
Monday 4 January 2021 - Friday 12 February 2021
Monday 22 February 2021 - Thursday 1st April 2021
Summer term
Monday 19 April 2021 - Friday 28 May 2021
On Monday 3 May all schools will be closed for the early May Bank Holiday
Monday 7 June 2021 - Wednesday 21 July 2021
Oldham Council
Oldham council say for 2020/21 and 2021/22 schools will have the ability to choose three days to use as teacher training days. Children will not attend on those days. You'll need to refer to your school’s website or contact them directly for confirmation on their exact holiday plan.
Autumn Term
3 September 2020 - 23 October 2020
Half term break: Saturday 24 October 2020 - Sunday 1 November 2020.
2 November 2020 - 18 December 2020
Christmas 2020 Holidays: Saturday 19 December 2020 - Sunday 3 January 2021.
Spring Term
4 January 2021 - 12 February 2021
Half term break: Saturday 13 February 2021 - Sunday 21 February 2021.
22 February 2021 - 1 April 2021
Easter 2021 Holidays: Friday 2 April 2021 - Sunday 18 April 2021.
Summer Term
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May bank holiday: Monday 3 May 2021.
Half term break: Saturday 29 May 2021 - Sunday 06 June 2021.
7 June 2021 - 21 July 2021
Summer break: Thursday 22 July 2021 - September 2021.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--Bolton Council leader wants borough released from lockdown

The leader of Bolton Council wants the town removed from Greater Manchester 's coronavirus lockdown .
Coun David Greenhalgh has urged the government to allow Bolton to follow Wigan after the most recent figures showed a fall in the number of new cases .
Official statistics released this week show that Bolton has an infection rate of 12.9 cases for every 10,000 people , the lowest level it has been in the last month .
In Wigan , the rate dropped to 8.8 and had remained consistently low for several weeks before the town was released from lockdown .
Coun @ @ @ @ @ @ @ council leader , says he is asking the government and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to support his plans .
” According to recently produced data , we have seen this weeks data for Bolton now at 12.9 per 100,000 new confirmed cases , showing Bolton over the past 3 weeks with a downward trajectory , and way outside those authorities that are areas of concern on government lists , '' he said .
“ We have seen our neighbours in Wigan taken out of GM restrictions and it is now time for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ figures and data support this .
“ That is not to say that there is any room for complacency .
Guidance must still be followed and our enforcement will still be robust and we will not tolerate premises and residents flaunting the rules , but it is clear to me that this one size fits all approach across GM is flawed and inappropriate .
“ I accepted the position of Wigan last week , and will be asking for the support of GM leaders to recognise that Bolton should join Wigan in having @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not seeing anywhere near the number of hospital admissions leading to deaths as we did in April , May and June , and we must now be allowed to get back to a degree of normality that allows residents to go about their lives while accepting personal responsibility and following the guidance and safety measures .
“ I will be writing to government to express our administration ’ s view , and I know I have the support of our two Conservative MPs who I know will be doing all they can in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are targeted towards meetings of more than one household .
It remains against the rules to meet with a member of another household indoors at a house or in a private garden .
Bolton does have one of the lowest coronavirus infection rates in Greater Manchester at the moment and is among a number of boroughs that has seen a marked downturn in the number of new registered cases .

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The leader of Bolton Council wants the town removed from Greater Manchester's coronavirus lockdown.
Coun David Greenhalgh has urged the government to allow Bolton to follow Wigan after the most recent figures showed a fall in the number of new cases.
Official statistics released this week show that Bolton has an infection rate of 12.9 cases for every 10,000 people, the lowest level it has been in the last month.
In Wigan, the rate dropped to 8.8 and had remained consistently low for several weeks before the town was released from lockdown.
Coun Greenhalgh, the region's only Conservative council leader, says he is asking the government and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to support his plans.
”According to recently produced data, we have seen this weeks data for Bolton now at 12.9 per 100,000 new confirmed cases, showing Bolton over the past 3 weeks with a downward trajectory, and way outside those authorities that are areas of concern on government lists," he said.
“We have seen our neighbours in Wigan taken out of GM restrictions and it is now time for Bolton to follow suit, and the figures and data support this.
“That is not to say that there is any room for complacency. Guidance must still be followed and our enforcement will still be robust and we will not tolerate premises and residents flaunting the rules, but it is clear to me that this one size fits all approach across GM is flawed and inappropriate.
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“I accepted the position of Wigan last week, and will be asking for the support of GM leaders to recognise that Bolton should join Wigan in having restrictions eased.
“We are thankfully not seeing anywhere near the number of hospital admissions leading to deaths as we did in April, May and June, and we must now be allowed to get back to a degree of normality that allows residents to go about their lives while accepting personal responsibility and following the guidance and safety measures.
“I will be writing to government to express our administration’s view, and I know I have the support of our two Conservative MPs who I know will be doing all they can in the background.”
The current lockdown restrictions are targeted towards meetings of more than one household. It remains against the rules to meet with a member of another household indoors at a house or in a private garden.
Bolton does have one of the lowest coronavirus infection rates in Greater Manchester at the moment and is among a number of boroughs that has seen a marked downturn in the number of new registered cases.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--Council urging people to stay away from Pride celebrations in the city

The August bank holiday weekend has long been home to the annual Manchester Pride celebrations , but this year the council are urging revellers to stay away from the city .
The 2020 festival - which was set to include a headline performance from Adam Lambert as well as the huge parade through the city - has been postponed .
But the bars around the city 's iconic Gay Village are now back open , operating with reduced capacities and new Covid-safe regulations .
Manchester City Council has urged people not to travel into Manchester to celebrate Pride , saying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' .
Those who do head into the city over the weekend are reminded to adhere to social distancing measures and other restrictions .
Greater Manchester still remains under local lockdown too , meaning those from other households are not allowed to meet in indoor settings - including bars and restaurants .
The council is predicting a busy weekend in the area around Canal Street , and has warned that queues and even being turned away from bars is to be expected .
Revellers are instead encouraged to take part in Manchester Pride @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be taking to United We Stream , YouTube and other virtual platforms to stream live performances and DJ sets as well as the candlelit vigil .
Coun Bev Craig , executive member for adult health and well-being , said : `` I know that many people will be disappointed that the Pride weekender will not be happening this year .
`` It ’ s a hugely important event in the city ’ s calendar , which reminds us how far we have come in the fight for equal rights for LGBTQ+ people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the biggest in the UK and , of course , it will be missed .
`` However , we can not and should not forget that Covid-19 remains a very real threat and we all need to play our part to limit the spread of the virus .
We have all had to make sacrifices over the last few months , and not celebrating Pride in the normal way this year is another sacrifice we have to make to keep Manchester safe .
`` Greater Manchester is currently under increased Coronavirus restrictions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ virus and a major incident has been declared in the region due to the recent spike in cases .
`` It ’ s important therefore that we all continue to follow the simple safety measures in place to keep us all safe .
Wash our hands , keep our distance , don ’ t visit other people ’ s homes or have gatherings in your house , wear a face covering - but these simple things remain essential in our fight to slow the pandemic .
And it ’ s important if you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and book a test .
`` Please do not travel to Manchester over the bank holiday weekend .
Pride will return next year - but this year you can still join in safely at home with some fantastic virtual events and entertainment .
`` Manchester Pride Festival is going online and hosting three days of content across the bank holiday weekend , culminating in a digital Vigil on the Monday evening .
It will be streamed via UnitedWeStream and will also be broadcast live on Gaydio and BBC Radio Manchester .
`` If @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remember that bars across the city will have a limited capacity - as will the Gay Village itself - so you will be expected to queue where necessary , and if the area is too busy , you may be asked to leave . ''

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The August bank holiday weekend has long been home to the annual Manchester Pride celebrations, but this year the council are urging revellers to stay away from the city.
The 2020 festival - which was set to include a headline performance from Adam Lambert as well as the huge parade through the city - has been postponed.
But the bars around the city's iconic Gay Village are now back open, operating with reduced capacities and new Covid-safe regulations.
Manchester City Council has urged people not to travel into Manchester to celebrate Pride, saying that Covid-19 'remains a very real threat'.
Those who do head into the city over the weekend are reminded to adhere to social distancing measures and other restrictions.
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Greater Manchester still remains under local lockdown too, meaning those from other households are not allowed to meet in indoor settings - including bars and restaurants.
The council is predicting a busy weekend in the area around Canal Street, and has warned that queues and even being turned away from bars is to be expected.
Revellers are instead encouraged to take part in Manchester Pride's three-day virtual celebration.
The charity will be taking to United We Stream, YouTube and other virtual platforms to stream live performances and DJ sets as well as the candlelit vigil.
Coun Bev Craig, executive member for adult health and well-being, said: "I know that many people will be disappointed that the Pride weekender will not be happening this year.
"It’s a hugely important event in the city’s calendar, which reminds us how far we have come in the fight for equal rights for LGBTQ+ people. The celebration in Manchester is one of the biggest in the UK and, of course, it will be missed.
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"However, we cannot and should not forget that Covid-19 remains a very real threat and we all need to play our part to limit the spread of the virus. We have all had to make sacrifices over the last few months, and not celebrating Pride in the normal way this year is another sacrifice we have to make to keep Manchester safe.
"Greater Manchester is currently under increased Coronavirus restrictions to reduce the risk of spreading the virus and a major incident has been declared in the region due to the recent spike in cases.
"It’s important therefore that we all continue to follow the simple safety measures in place to keep us all safe. Wash our hands, keep our distance, don’t visit other people’s homes or have gatherings in your house, wear a face covering - but these simple things remain essential in our fight to slow the pandemic. And it’s important if you do have symptoms, stay at home and book a test.
"Please do not travel to Manchester over the bank holiday weekend. Pride will return next year - but this year you can still join in safely at home with some fantastic virtual events and entertainment.
"Manchester Pride Festival is going online and hosting three days of content across the bank holiday weekend, culminating in a digital Vigil on the Monday evening. It will be streamed via UnitedWeStream and will also be broadcast live on Gaydio and BBC Radio Manchester.
"If you are already in Manchester, please remember that bars across the city will have a limited capacity - as will the Gay Village itself - so you will be expected to queue where necessary, and if the area is too busy, you may be asked to leave."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--Man City in a strong position for any FC Barcelona negotiations

No Premier League club wants to hear that the big two in La Liga are interested in their players , and Barcelona are eyeing up two from Manchester City this summer .
Eric Garcia has been identified as a principal target , the young defender having been tracked ever since the Blues whisked him away from the La Masia academy three years ago , with his development monitored under Pep Guardiola .
And Angelino 's spell at RB Leipzig has been enough to convince Ronald Koeman that the left-back could perhaps have a role to play in what is hoped @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Nou Camp .
Even if players have n't spent their childhood there like Garcia , the pull of Barcelona and Real Madrid is not hard to understand : one of the best clubs in the world that will always challenge for trophies in an attractive league and European competition , on top of the lifestyle and climate that it can offer in contrast to the UK .
That City have managed to avoid losing any of their best players in this fashion goes to show what an excellent project has been built up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ themselves in a position of strength when it comes to this summer .
Barcelona may want their players , but have been making it clear that they do not have ample funds .
There are a number of players on good money that the club are looking to shift , with the president taking the extraordinary step of naming just eight players that were n't at risk of being sold .
Swap deals are relatively uncommon but have been mooted as more viable in a transfer window where the impact of the pandemic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not have has much money to throw around as they might have intended .
However , none of the players that Barcelona would consider getting rid of are of interest to City .
Nelson Semedo had been touted as an option before Joao Cancelo 's revival but has been bracketed as too important to be sold anyway , while the Sergi Roberto links seem unrealistic .
That means that Barcelona will have to come up with the cash if they are to entice any players away from the Etihad ( unless they fancy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's not go down that road ) .
City have been clear with every member of their squad that they do not want players who do not want to be there , but that does not mean they will sell at any price if that is the case .
That played out with Leroy Sane , who did not leave last summer because Bayern Munich did n't come up with a price to match their interest but a fee was agreed on a year later .
The Blues may not be able to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Nou Camp , but they are in a position to be able to get the best possible deal if they are to lose players .

No Premier League club wants to hear that the big two in La Liga are interested in their players, and Barcelona are eyeing up two from Manchester City this summer.
Eric Garcia has been identified as a principal target, the young defender having been tracked ever since the Blues whisked him away from the La Masia academy three years ago, with his development monitored under Pep Guardiola. And Angelino's spell at RB Leipzig has been enough to convince Ronald Koeman that the left-back could perhaps have a role to play in what is hoped will be a new era at the Nou Camp.
Even if players haven't spent their childhood there like Garcia, the pull of Barcelona and Real Madrid is not hard to understand: one of the best clubs in the world that will always challenge for trophies in an attractive league and European competition, on top of the lifestyle and climate that it can offer in contrast to the UK.
That City have managed to avoid losing any of their best players in this fashion goes to show what an excellent project has been built up at the Etihad, and they find themselves in a position of strength when it comes to this summer.
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Barcelona may want their players, but have been making it clear that they do not have ample funds. There are a number of players on good money that the club are looking to shift, with the president taking the extraordinary step of naming just eight players that weren't at risk of being sold.
Swap deals are relatively uncommon but have been mooted as more viable in a transfer window where the impact of the pandemic on football has meant that clubs do not have has much money to throw around as they might have intended.
However, none of the players that Barcelona would consider getting rid of are of interest to City. Nelson Semedo had been touted as an option before Joao Cancelo's revival but has been bracketed as too important to be sold anyway, while the Sergi Roberto links seem unrealistic.
That means that Barcelona will have to come up with the cash if they are to entice any players away from the Etihad (unless they fancy chucking Lionel Messi in, but let's not go down that road).
City have been clear with every member of their squad that they do not want players who do not want to be there, but that does not mean they will sell at any price if that is the case. That played out with Leroy Sane, who did not leave last summer because Bayern Munich didn't come up with a price to match their interest but a fee was agreed on a year later.
The Blues may not be able to do anything about heads being turned towards the Nou Camp, but they are in a position to be able to get the best possible deal if they are to lose players.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--'Grand Theft Auto' driver arrested for drug offences

A driver who treated the streets of Trafford 'like a game of Grand Theft Auto ' has been arrested after a high-performance VW Golf he was driving was found to be full of drugs .
Over the weekend , police seized a car after the driver kept making off every time he saw them .
Now police have now revealed that a substantial quantity of drugs and cash were discovered after the vehicle was searched .
A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply , money laundering , dangerous driving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ linked to the man have been searched and a number of assets have been seized , including vehicles .
An application will be made to the courts to retain these under the proceeds of crime legislation .
Read more of today 's stories here Police previously described how the car had been spotted driving in a dangerous manner in the south of the borough .
They said : `` Over the last few days this VW Golf has been making off from me for no apparent reason .
Some of you may have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ manner around South Trafford .
`` I have been proactively looking for the Golf to take it off the road to prevent anyone being hurt by someone who thinks the streets of Trafford are a game of Grand Theft Auto .
`` Last night the Golf 's luck was up .
I sighted it parked a few streets away from the town centre and arranged for it to be recovered using my powers under the police reform act , you may know it as a Section 59 warning for all you racers out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now in a police compound and wheels are in motion for a prosecution case .
`` Moral of the story , don ’ t think you can keep driving how you want and putting lives at risk , we always catch up with you '' .

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A driver who treated the streets of Trafford 'like a game of Grand Theft Auto' has been arrested after a high-performance VW Golf he was driving was found to be full of drugs.
Over the weekend, police seized a car after the driver kept making off every time he saw them.
Now police have now revealed that a substantial quantity of drugs and cash were discovered after the vehicle was searched.
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A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply, money laundering, dangerous driving and insurance fraud.
Police say properties linked to the man have been searched and a number of assets have been seized, including vehicles.
An application will be made to the courts to retain these under the proceeds of crime legislation.
Police previously described how the car had been spotted driving in a dangerous manner in the south of the borough.
They said: "Over the last few days this VW Golf has been making off from me for no apparent reason. Some of you may have even seen it driving in a dangerous manner around South Trafford.
"I have been proactively looking for the Golf to take it off the road to prevent anyone being hurt by someone who thinks the streets of Trafford are a game of Grand Theft Auto.
"Last night the Golf's luck was up. I sighted it parked a few streets away from the town centre and arranged for it to be recovered using my powers under the police reform act, you may know it as a Section 59 warning for all you racers out there.
"Thankfully the car is now in a police compound and wheels are in motion for a prosecution case.
"Moral of the story, don’t think you can keep driving how you want and putting lives at risk, we always catch up with you".


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--ADVERTORIAL: Parkhills Car Centre Bury launches Manchester’s newest SsangYong dealership

For more than 30 years , Parkhills Car Centre Bury has thrived on its tagline of “ Your Local Car People ” .
Now , this popular family-owned business has branched out to become Manchester ’ s SsangYong New Dealership .
The Bury showroom has a range of models from this leading South Korean manufacturer , alongside a selection of finance options .
Martin Morgan , Parkhill Car Centre Bury ’ s SsangYong Specialist , said : “ SsangYong is another example of Korean manufacturing at its best – like Hyundai and Kia – but one which people might not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Korea SsangYong is considered more of a premium make than those other two manufacturers .
“ SsangYong is very competitive on pricing , too , so it ’ s a chance for people to step out of their comfort zone and try something new .
To re-enforce this , SsangYong provide a 7 year / 150,000 mile warranty for complete peace of mind and we also have a 5 Star SsangYong Service Centre '' .
Parkhills Car Centre Bury has a great selection of finance and offers available on selected vehicles in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ offer on the all new SsangYong Korando , which provides three year ’ s free servicing , two year ’ s road side assistance and one year ’ s extra road fund licence .
Alongside this , the company is part of the Motability scheme , allowing those with the motabilty allowance to choose from a selection of vehicles in the new SsangYong range .
There ’ s also the high levels of customer service that Parkhills Car Centre Bury– an AA approved car dealership – has prided itself on for more than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ car range .
“ We ’ re very approachable and we look after our customers – we make sure they get value for money – and we have some fantastic Google reviews , ” said Martin .
“ All our vehicles are taken through a background check and an AA inspection to make sure people get a good car and feel protected.
” A glimpse of the new SsangYong range at Parkhills Car Centre Bury As good for city driving as it is for a weekend getaway , the Korando is now available @ @ @ @ @ @ @ alongside a new 1.6l diesel engine version .
Alongside its SUV styling , the fourth generation Korando includes interior comforts such as the option for premium leather seats on some models .
Alongside the 3,2,1 offer mentioned above , the All New Korando is also available on 0 % APR finance .
This small SUV has a choice of new 1.2 and 1.5 litre direct injection and turbocharged petrol engines , or an uprated 1.6 litre diesel engine .
Featuring a new cockpit with Ultimate models , including a 10.25 ” LCD console @ @ @ @ @ @ @ touchscreen .
The acclaimed Rexton – winner of 4x4 magazine ’ s best value category in 2018 , 2019 and 2020 – makes light work of hauling everything from a large caravan , to a horsebox or a work trailer .
Its strong ladder chassis provides a substantial towing platform with a capability of 3.5 tonnes , with a choice of five or seven seat options .
Twice winner of the What Car ?
Award for Best Pick Up under £28,000 , the new Musso powertrain employs a 2.2 litre turbo diesel engine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and ultra-rigid body means it can tow 3.5 tonnes and carry 1140kg all at the same time , something no other pick-up can match .
All of the SsangYong range comes with a fully comprehensive 7 year / 150,000 mile warranty .
For more information about the new SsangYong range , visit Parkhills Car Centre Bury , Manchester Road , Bury , Greater Manchester , BL9 9AZ .
Call 0161 797 5996 .
Visit www.parkhills-ssangyong.co.uk

For more than 30 years, Parkhills Car Centre Bury has thrived on its tagline of “Your Local Car People”.
Now, this popular family-owned business has branched out to become Manchester’s SsangYong New Dealership.
The Bury showroom has a range of models from this leading South Korean manufacturer, alongside a selection of finance options.
Martin Morgan, Parkhill Car Centre Bury’s SsangYong Specialist, said: “SsangYong is another example of Korean manufacturing at its best – like Hyundai and Kia – but one which people might not know as well, although in South Korea SsangYong is considered more of a premium make than those other two manufacturers.
“SsangYong is very competitive on pricing, too, so it’s a chance for people to step out of their comfort zone and try something new. To re-enforce this, SsangYong provide a 7 year / 150,000 mile warranty for complete peace of mind and we also have a 5 Star SsangYong Service Centre".
(Image: SsangYong)
Parkhills Car Centre Bury has a great selection of finance and offers available on selected vehicles in the SsangYong range – such as the 3,2,1 offer on the all new SsangYong Korando, which provides three year’s free servicing, two year’s road side assistance and one year’s extra road fund licence.
Alongside this, the company is part of the Motability scheme, allowing those with the motabilty allowance to choose from a selection of vehicles in the new SsangYong range.
There’s also the high levels of customer service that Parkhills Car Centre Bury– an AA approved car dealership – has prided itself on for more than three decades, with its continuing used car range.
“We’re very approachable and we look after our customers – we make sure they get value for money – and we have some fantastic Google reviews,” said Martin.
“All our vehicles are taken through a background check and an AA inspection to make sure people get a good car and feel protected.”
(Image: SsangYong)
A glimpse of the new SsangYong range at Parkhills Car Centre Bury
All New Korando
As good for city driving as it is for a weekend getaway, the Korando is now available with a 1.5l GDI-Turbo petrol engine, alongside a new 1.6l diesel engine version.
Alongside its SUV styling, the fourth generation Korando includes interior comforts such as the option for premium leather seats on some models.
Alongside the 3,2,1 offer mentioned above, the All New Korando is also available on 0% APR finance.
All New Tivoli
This small SUV has a choice of new 1.2 and 1.5 litre direct injection and turbocharged petrol engines, or an uprated 1.6 litre diesel engine.
Featuring a new cockpit with Ultimate models,including a 10.25” LCD console and an 8” multimedia display with touchscreen.
(Image: SsangYong)
Rexton
The acclaimed Rexton – winner of 4x4 magazine’s best value category in 2018, 2019 and 2020 – makes light work of hauling everything from a large caravan, to a horsebox or a work trailer.
Its strong ladder chassis provides a substantial towing platform with a capability of 3.5 tonnes, with a choice of five or seven seat options.
Musso
Twice winner of the What Car? Award for Best Pick Up under £28,000, the new Musso powertrain employs a 2.2 litre turbo diesel engine.
Musso’s high strength chassis and ultra-rigid body means it can tow 3.5 tonnes and carry 1140kg all at the same time, something no other pick-up can match.
All of the SsangYong range comes with a fully comprehensive 7 year / 150,000 mile warranty.
For more information about the new SsangYong range, visit Parkhills Car Centre Bury, Manchester Road, Bury, Greater Manchester, BL9 9AZ. Call 0161 797 5996. Visit www.parkhills-ssangyong.co.uk


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--Fury as huge community mural destroyed without warning

Gorton residents have been left ‘ devastated ’ after a beloved 10-year-old mosaic was destroyed without their knowledge .
The Beyer Peacock mosaic found on the side of Thomas Regis Court care home was pulled down last week during cladding removal works .
One Manchester , who run the care home , have apologised and said they will be working with partners and the local community to replace it .
The mosaic has been in the community for 10 years and features elements of the world-renowned Bey Peacock engineering company , which was a major employer in the area .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the mosaic and say they had ‘ no idea ’ that it was to be pulled down as part of the cladding removal works .
Ian McKay , lead artist at Gorton Visual Arts , has been in charge of the upkeep of the mosaic and was the brainchild of the community project .
He told the Manchester Evening News : “ I feel very deeply devastated and so do our group members .
“ Somebody who lives directly across the road from me sent me a picture of some work people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or knowledge .
“ The cladding they were removing was actually put after the artwork was installed , it was around the artwork and wasn ’ t actually touching it .
They could have called us and had us take it down bit by bit and put it up somewhere else .
`` We didn ’ t get that opportunity and that ’ s the sad part about it.
” The mosaic was completed in 2010 and took a year to make .
It was a huge community effort that saw 95 local @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Peacock with many of them no longer with us today .
Ian says that the artwork has been completely destroyed and an entirely new one will have to be built and placed elsewhere .
However , in the current climate , he is unsure if the group will be able to make it a community project due to covid restrictions .
Ian said : “ So many people who worked on the project have sadly passed away now , “ That work was an external legacy for the family and friends of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I ’ ve had messages from family members asking if they could take a piece of the mosaic and keep it as a reminder but we can ’ t even do that right now . ''
A spokesperson for One Manchester said : “ We ’ re extremely sorry to hear about the removal of the community artwork in Gorton .
“ It was removed because it was built onto cladding that doesn ’ t meet safety regulations , which we removed to ensure the building is safe for our customers .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the local community , and will be working with partners , and customers to replace the mosaic with new , community-led artwork .
”

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Gorton residents have been left ‘devastated’ after a beloved 10-year-old mosaic was destroyed without their knowledge.
The Beyer Peacock mosaic found on the side of Thomas Regis Court care home was pulled down last week during cladding removal works.
One Manchester, who run the care home, have apologised and said they will be working with partners and the local community to replace it.
The mosaic has been in the community for 10 years and features elements of the world-renowned Bey Peacock engineering company, which was a major employer in the area.
Community group Gorton Visual Arts were responsible for the mosaic and say they had ‘no idea’ that it was to be pulled down as part of the cladding removal works.
Ian McKay, lead artist at Gorton Visual Arts, has been in charge of the upkeep of the mosaic and was the brainchild of the community project.
He told the Manchester Evening News: “I feel very deeply devastated and so do our group members.
“Somebody who lives directly across the road from me sent me a picture of some work people literally ripping it down without our consent or knowledge.
“The cladding they were removing was actually put after the artwork was installed, it was around the artwork and wasn’t actually touching it. They could have called us and had us take it down bit by bit and put it up somewhere else.
"We didn’t get that opportunity and that’s the sad part about it.”
The mosaic was completed in 2010 and took a year to make.
It was a huge community effort that saw 95 local people take part including ex-employees of Beyer Peacock with many of them no longer with us today.
Ian says that the artwork has been completely destroyed and an entirely new one will have to be built and placed elsewhere.
However, in the current climate, he is unsure if the group will be able to make it a community project due to covid restrictions.
Ian said: “So many people who worked on the project have sadly passed away now,
“That work was an external legacy for the family and friends of the people who have passed away.
“I’ve had messages from family members asking if they could take a piece of the mosaic and keep it as a reminder but we can’t even do that right now."
A spokesperson for One Manchester said: “We’re extremely sorry to hear about the removal of the community artwork in Gorton.
“It was removed because it was built onto cladding that doesn’t meet safety regulations, which we removed to ensure the building is safe for our customers.
“We understand how important this artwork was to the local community, and will be working with partners, and customers to replace the mosaic with new, community-led artwork.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--Warning over fake charity collectors are targeting doorsteps across region

Fake charity collectors are targeting doorsteps across Greater Manchester - some using the coronavirus as a ruse .
Since April there have been 14 cases recorded by Greater Manchester Police of crimes in relation to suspected bogus charity collectors .
They have been asking for donations for local schools , a dogs home charity , and people made unemployed by the COVID-19 pandemic .
Five crimes relate to an ongoing investigation with a named suspect .
GMP also have three other crimes which are linked .
Fraudsters have tricked people by posing as a collector for a charity that doesn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of a genuine , well-known charity and claiming they represent them They have also claimed to be taking part in a sponsorship event or asked people to donate clothing or household items - which they have then sold .
Detective Sergeant Stacey Shannon , of GMP ’ s Economic Crime Hub , said : “ Prying on people ’ s sympathy on false pretences and using it for personal gain is truly despicable .
Of course there are many legitimate charity collectors fundraising for good causes and every pound given to a scam @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be donated to a worthy and reputable cause , so it ’ s important that people follow our advice when giving to charity.
” How to spot the signs of a fake charity collector • Their promotional material or website may be badly written or have spelling mistakes .
• The charity collector might be vague about what the charity does or is fundraising for .
• They might be aggressive or try to pressure you into donating .
• They could use topical events such as a natural disaster as an excuse @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
How to protect yourself • Ask – genuine charity collectors will be more than happy to give you more information about the cause and answer your questions about where your money is going .
• Check – they should have a registered charity number , you can check this through the Charity Commission .
They should also have a license if they are collecting in a public place .
• Go direct – if you are in doubt , contact the charity yourself and check ( do not use the details provided @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • Take your time – don ’ t feel pressured to donate then and there .
Take your time to think it over and you can donate directly to the charity at a later time .
How to report it If you think you have been a victim of charity fraud , report it to Action Fraud by calling 0300 123 2040 or visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk .
You can also follow the @ gmpfraud Twitter account to stay up to date with the latest scam advice .

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Fake charity collectors are targeting doorsteps across Greater Manchester - some using the coronavirus as a ruse.
Since April there have been 14 cases recorded by Greater Manchester Police of crimes in relation to suspected bogus charity collectors.
They have been asking for donations for local schools, a dogs home charity, and people made unemployed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Five crimes relate to an ongoing investigation with a named suspect. GMP also have three other crimes which are linked.
Fraudsters have tricked people by posing as a collector for a charity that doesn’t exist or using the name of a genuine, well-known charity and claiming they represent them
They have also claimed to be taking part in a sponsorship event or asked people to donate clothing or household items - which they have then sold.
Detective Sergeant Stacey Shannon, of GMP’s Economic Crime Hub, said: “Prying on people’s sympathy on false pretences and using it for personal gain is truly despicable. Of course there are many legitimate charity collectors fundraising for good causes and every pound given to a scam charity is a pound less that can be donated to a worthy and reputable cause, so it’s important that people follow our advice when giving to charity.”
How to spot the signs of a fake charity collector
Their promotional material or website may be badly written or have spelling mistakes.
The charity collector might be vague about what the charity does or is fundraising for.
They might be aggressive or try to pressure you into donating.
They could use topical events such as a natural disaster as an excuse for their charity only being created recently.
How to protect yourself
Ask – genuine charity collectors will be more than happy to give you more information about the cause and answer your questions about where your money is going.
Check – they should have a registered charity number, you can check this through the Charity Commission. They should also have a license if they are collecting in a public place.
Go direct – if you are in doubt, contact the charity yourself and check (do not use the details provided to you be the collector).
Take your time – don’t feel pressured to donate then and there. Take your time to think it over and you can donate directly to the charity at a later time.
How to report it
If you think you have been a victim of charity fraud, report it to Action Fraud by calling 0300 123 2040 or visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk.
You can also follow the @gmpfraud Twitter account to stay up to date with the latest scam advice.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--Men wade into sea to rescue bird trapped in fishing net

A Stockport man has told how he rushed into the sea to save a bird trapped in a fishing net .
David Tetley was on holiday with his wife Carol when he spotted the gannet in distress off the coast of Anglesey .
Closer inspection revealed the bird had a metal fish hook lodged in its breast and it was tangled alongside a second dead gannet .
David and another man - believed to be a resident at the Golden Sunset Caravan Park , in Benllech , where he has a caravan - waded into the sea as the tide @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ I first noticed the bird around 7am that morning , ” says David , from Marple , Stockport .
“ We have a caravan in the area so when I noticed it was still there around 10.30am I got my binoculars out .
“ At first glance , it looked like it was a dead fish attached to it , but we later found out it was a second bird .
“ It [ the gannet ] was flapping its wings but couldn ’ t move its feet so I phoned the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ RSPCA to send someone out.
” He said another group of passersby had already tried to get out to the bird earlier that day but couldn ’ t due to the high tide .
“ It had a metal fishing hook caught in its breast , and the dead bird it was caught on had fishing line wrapped around it , ” he added .
“ I ’ m a fisherman and I don ’ t think this was discarded line though , it looked like it had snapped off and got tangled @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and don ’ t discard their lines , we try and protect the environment.
” The bird , which had been trapped in the water for at least four hours , was left on the shore to recover .
He said : “ It looked as though it was exhausted so it just stayed on the beach .
I went back to check on it later and one of the men who were there during the rescue said it had flown off after some rest.
” A spokesperson for the RSPB said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of birds being injured and killed by used fishing lines and hooks .
“ Discarded fishing equipment poses a massive threat to birds and other wildlife , as it ’ s very easy for birds to get entangled and trapped .
“ Our marine wildlife is fragile enough as it is , so it ’ s vitally important that we take the utmost care to keep this habitat safe and clean by leaving the sea and our beaches free of dangerous waste and pollution .
“ We ’ d like to remind everyone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , be that fishing equipment or general waste .
”

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A Stockport man has told how he rushed into the sea to save a bird trapped in a fishing net.
David Tetley was on holiday with his wife Carol when he spotted the gannet in distress off the coast of Anglesey.
Closer inspection revealed the bird had a metal fish hook lodged in its breast and it was tangled alongside a second dead gannet.
David and another man - believed to be a resident at the Golden Sunset Caravan Park, in Benllech, where he has a caravan - waded into the sea as the tide went out to rescue the bird.
“I first noticed the bird around 7am that morning,” says David, from Marple, Stockport.
“We have a caravan in the area so when I noticed it was still there around 10.30am I got my binoculars out.
“At first glance, it looked like it was a dead fish attached to it, but we later found out it was a second bird.
“It [the gannet] was flapping its wings but couldn’t move its feet so I phoned the RSPB, who said to phone the RSPCA to send someone out.”
(Image: Daily Post Wales)
He said another group of passersby had already tried to get out to the bird earlier that day but couldn’t due to the high tide.
“It had a metal fishing hook caught in its breast, and the dead bird it was caught on had fishing line wrapped around it,” he added.
“I’m a fisherman and I don’t think this was discarded line though, it looked like it had snapped off and got tangled.
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“Fishermen generally have a code and don’t discard their lines, we try and protect the environment.”
The bird, which had been trapped in the water for at least four hours, was left on the shore to recover.
He said: “It looked as though it was exhausted so it just stayed on the beach. I went back to check on it later and one of the men who were there during the rescue said it had flown off after some rest.”
(Image: Daily Post Wales)
A spokesperson for the RSPB said: “Every year, we hear reports of birds being injured and killed by used fishing lines and hooks.
“Discarded fishing equipment poses a massive threat to birds and other wildlife, as it’s very easy for birds to get entangled and trapped.
“Our marine wildlife is fragile enough as it is, so it’s vitally important that we take the utmost care to keep this habitat safe and clean by leaving the sea and our beaches free of dangerous waste and pollution.
“We’d like to remind everyone to take their litter home with them, be that fishing equipment or general waste.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--Aldi shoppers are furious with new advice for using the checkout

Yesterday , we reported how one Aldi shopper had shared a simple but effective tip for getting Aldi staff to slow down at the checkout .
Posting on social media , the shopper shared how she asks staff to scan her items more slowly than they usually would before they get started , so they do n't even get chance to leave her like she 's competing in an 'Olympic sport ' to get items bagged up .
While some people appreciated the tip , others did n't , and some people are pretty annoyed with the idea of asking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sharing the post on the Manchester Evening News Facebook page , many shoppers responded to dispute the tip .
Replying to the post , Andrew Martin said : `` If people actually did what they ’ re suppose to do and put their shopping directly in their trolley then packed on the shelf provided you wouldn ’ t have an issue . ''
Allan Milnes wrote : `` You are not supposed to pack your shopping at the tills in Aldi .
Stick it back in your trolley and pack it at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's not a new concept I remember doing this in the 90 's .
Ive never packed a bag at the till unless its a few items . ''
`` So many people have said it already , but you should n't be asking them to slow down - just put it back in the trolley/basket and pack it at the shelves opposite .
Aldi and Lidl are cheap for a reason - if you do n't like it ; do n't shop there , '' wrote Eden Cady-Mckellar .
Brenda Newall said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the shelf after paying or do what I do sling it in the trolley and pack it at the car , that 's the whole idea of aldi and lidl get through the checkout quicker I prefer it this way no dawdling about like other supermarkets . ''
`` Our staff are encouraged to review and adjust their scan speed based on how quickly or slowly each customer packs their shopping .
We ask that customers put their purchases back in their trolley or basket once they have been scanned , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the long bench behind the tills .
`` This not only reduces waiting times but also allows our team members to resume other responsibilities , such as filling shelves and helping customers . ''

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Yesterday, we reported how one Aldi shopper had shared a simple but effective tip for getting Aldi staff to slow down at the checkout.
Posting on social media, the shopper shared how she asks staff to scan her items more slowly than they usually would before they get started, so they don't even get chance to leave her like she's competing in an 'Olympic sport' to get items bagged up.
While some people appreciated the tip, others didn't, and some people are pretty annoyed with the idea of asking checkout staff to slow down.
After sharing the post on the Manchester Evening News Facebook page, many shoppers responded to dispute the tip.
Replying to the post, Andrew Martin said: "If people actually did what they’re suppose to do and put their shopping directly in their trolley then packed on the shelf provided you wouldn’t have an issue."
Allan Milnes wrote: "You are not supposed to pack your shopping at the tills in Aldi. Stick it back in your trolley and pack it at the tables at your own pace. It's not a new concept I remember doing this in the 90's. Ive never packed a bag at the till unless its a few items."
"So many people have said it already, but you shouldn't be asking them to slow down - just put it back in the trolley/basket and pack it at the shelves opposite. Aldi and Lidl are cheap for a reason - if you don't like it; don't shop there," wrote Eden Cady-Mckellar.
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Brenda Newall said: "People should either pack it at the shelf after paying or do what I do sling it in the trolley and pack it at the car, that's the whole idea of aldi and lidl get through the checkout quicker I prefer it this way no dawdling about like other supermarkets."
An Aldi spokesperson told 9Honey : "ALDI's checkouts operate with industry-leading efficiency.
"Our staff are encouraged to review and adjust their scan speed based on how quickly or slowly each customer packs their shopping. We ask that customers put their purchases back in their trolley or basket once they have been scanned, and then pack at their own pace at the long bench behind the tills.
"This not only reduces waiting times but also allows our team members to resume other responsibilities, such as filling shelves and helping customers."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--Man United have been given another reason to sign Jadon Sancho

The wait goes on as Manchester United fans watch rival clubs in envy during the opening weeks of the summer transfer window .
In a months ' time United will have already played their opening match of the Premier League season and will be on the eve of their second , a trip to face Brighton .
It will be a journey fresh in the memory following United 's post lockdown win at the AMEX as recently as late June , but what will worry many fans is that the starting 11 might very well be the same .
Ole @ @ @ @ @ @ @ few new faces by the time the summer transfer window closes on 5 October and the priority remains the same as it did at the start — to sign Jadon Sancho .
In terms of playing style Sancho ticks every box for United this summer .
He is young , homegrown , world-class and strengthens a clear area of weakness in the first-team squad .
And if that was n't enough , he is a huge commercial asset as well .
Ed Woodward has come under plenty of criticism during his time at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disgruntled fans whenever they perceive a mistake in the transfer market to have taken place .
Angers have once again bubbled over during the drawn out pursuit of Sancho , but even if fans do n't always agree with Woodward there can be no denying the immense commercial success he has brought to the club .
Earlier this week Sancho again highlighted his immense commercial pulling power when he teamed up with Nandos and Nike to launch his very own hot sauce .
The announcement celebrates the England star 's upcoming kit and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sancho Collection , and is further evidence of his continued growth within the game .
United might have their own official Global mattress and pillow partners , but even they do n't have their own hot sauce ... yet .
United have not given up on signing Sancho despite Borussia Dortmund insisting the winger will stay at the club beyond transfer deadline day , but they know a breakthrough is needed soon .
The club are understandably determined not to repeat mistakes of the past in overpaying the agent or player , since @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pogba deal in 2016 and Alexis Sanchez 's status as highest earner caused resentment among some players .
However , there comes a point where United must consider a compromise , and while a deal to sign Sancho might come at a price previously deemed too much , his impact both on and off the pitch could soon justify it as a bargain .
Chelsea 's impending double swoop for both Kai Havertz and Thiago Silva will only strengthen their hand heading into next season , while Liverpool and Man City have both @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was already way ahead of the chasing pack .
This summer United need more than just Sancho 's hot sauce if they are to spice up their attack , but the player 's latest commercial venture should only be further evidence of why his signature is essential rather than optional .

The wait goes on as Manchester United fans watch rival clubs in envy during the opening weeks of the summer transfer window.
In a months' time United will have already played their opening match of the Premier League season and will be on the eve of their second, a trip to face Brighton.
It will be a journey fresh in the memory following United's post lockdown win at the AMEX as recently as late June, but what will worry many fans is that the starting 11 might very well be the same.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be hoping for a few new faces by the time the summer transfer window closes on 5 October and the priority remains the same as it did at the start — to sign Jadon Sancho.
In terms of playing style Sancho ticks every box for United this summer. He is young, homegrown, world-class and strengthens a clear area of weakness in the first-team squad. And if that wasn't enough, he is a huge commercial asset as well.
Ed Woodward has come under plenty of criticism during his time at United, acting as a scapegoat for disgruntled fans whenever they perceive a mistake in the transfer market to have taken place.
Angers have once again bubbled over during the drawn out pursuit of Sancho, but even if fans don't always agree with Woodward there can be no denying the immense commercial success he has brought to the club.
Earlier this week Sancho again highlighted his immense commercial pulling power when he teamed up with Nandos and Nike to launch his very own hot sauce.
The announcement celebrates the England star's upcoming kit and boot launch with Nike, the SE11 Sancho Collection, and is further evidence of his continued growth within the game. United might have their own official Global mattress and pillow partners, but even they don't have their own hot sauce...yet.
United have not given up on signing Sancho despite Borussia Dortmund insisting the winger will stay at the club beyond transfer deadline day, but they know a breakthrough is needed soon.
The club are understandably determined not to repeat mistakes of the past in overpaying the agent or player, since Mino Raiola pocketed £41m from the Paul Pogba deal in 2016 and Alexis Sanchez's status as highest earner caused resentment among some players.
However, there comes a point where United must consider a compromise, and while a deal to sign Sancho might come at a price previously deemed too much, his impact both on and off the pitch could soon justify it as a bargain.
Chelsea's impending double swoop for both Kai Havertz and Thiago Silva will only strengthen their hand heading into next season, while Liverpool and Man City have both made smaller additions to a squad which was already way ahead of the chasing pack.
This summer United need more than just Sancho's hot sauce if they are to spice up their attack, but the player's latest commercial venture should only be further evidence of why his signature is essential rather than optional.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-25--Adil Ray grills Google boss about how much tax company pays in tense interview

Adil Ray questioned a Google VP about whether the company should be paying more UK tax during a tense interview .
The Good Morning Britain hosts spoke to Vice President Ronan Harris , who thought he was on the show to speak about how the global tech company is helping small businesses .
But the interview shifted quickly to discuss the company ’ s tax payments , and Ronan was forced to justify why they do not pay 20 per cent tax in the UK - as small businesses do .
Ronan said : “ We pay all the tax @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK . ''
He continued : `` When you look at Google ’ s tax we pay the same amount as other companies our size . ''
Ronan then went on to blame the UK government ’ s rules on the reason that a bulk of the company 's tax is paid to California .
Adil then pressed him : “ Let me make it clear then , the official line as VP of Google HQ is that you are happy to pay and you want to pay more tax because you realise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but it ’ s up to governments now to tell you how much.
” Ronan agreed , but again pushed the onus on the UK government .
`` We will always pay the tax we are required in the UK , that is a matter for the UK government to set , ” he said .
“ I think the job that has to be done among international governments to agree how the apportionment of our total global tax is allocated in these different countries.
” Adil was having none of it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ many people through a corporation it is 20 per cent corporation tax , ” the host said .
“ Would you pay 20 per cent ?
Would you go as far as that ?
You can certainly afford to do so.
” Ronan replied : “ Again , we will always pay what the government , her majesty ’ s revenue commissioner requires us to pay.
” Adil repeated the question about whether Google UK would pay 20 per cent if required .
“ It would solve so many issues and help so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the economy with potential austerity measures probably in place soon , ” he said .
Ronan repeated : “ As I said , we will always pay the tax we are required to pay in the UK .
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Adil Ray questioned a Google VP about whether the company should be paying more UK tax during a tense interview.
The Good Morning Britain hosts spoke to Vice President Ronan Harris, who thought he was on the show to speak about how the global tech company is helping small businesses.
But the interview shifted quickly to discuss the company’s tax payments, and Ronan was forced to justify why they do not pay 20 per cent tax in the UK - as small businesses do.
Ronan said: “We pay all the tax we are required to pay in the UK."
He continued: "When you look at Google’s tax we pay the same amount as other companies our size."
Ronan then went on to blame the UK government’s rules on the reason that a bulk of the company's tax is paid to California.
(Image: ITV)
Adil then pressed him: “Let me make it clear then, the official line as VP of Google HQ is that you are happy to pay and you want to pay more tax because you realise that is the right thing to do, but it’s up to governments now to tell you how much.”
Ronan agreed, but again pushed the onus on the UK government.
"We will always pay the tax we are required in the UK, that is a matter for the UK government to set,” he said.
(Image: ITV)
“I think the job that has to be done among international governments to agree how the apportionment of our total global tax is allocated in these different countries.”
Adil was having none of it and pressed him further.
“For many people through a corporation it is 20 per cent corporation tax,” the host said.
“Would you pay 20 per cent? Would you go as far as that? You can certainly afford to do so.”
Ronan replied: “Again, we will always pay what the government, her majesty’s revenue commissioner requires us to pay.”
Adil repeated the question about whether Google UK would pay 20 per cent if required.
“It would solve so many issues and help so many businesses in our worst time coming in the economy with potential austerity measures probably in place soon,” he said.
Ronan repeated: “As I said, we will always pay the tax we are required to pay in the UK.”
GMB airs weekdays from 6am on ITV.