A large convoy of firefighters from three North West fire services have set off on a journey to deliver supplies to the Ukraine border.
With the devastating conflict in Ukraine continuing to rise, volunteers from Greater Manchester, Merseyside, and Lancashire fire services have sent vehicles out on a trip across Europe, together with members of the Manchester Ukrainian community, to deliver firefighting materials to the Ukraine and Poland border.
Two fire engines and a hydraulic platform, which are no longer in use, are being donated to help Ukrainian firefighters.
GMFRS’ Chief Fire Officer says this is “the fire service at its best”.
This morning alongside @LancashireFRS and @MerseyFire we are joining a national convoy travelling across Europe to deliver firefighting equipment to Ukraine
— Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (@manchesterfire) March 18, 2022
These donations from the North West-based fire services form part of a wider UK donation of supplies, which include 18 fire engines, thermal imaging cameras for finding victims, generators, lighting, hoses, rescue equipment, and PPE.
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A convoy of 22 vehicles and two lorries of equipment are now on their way to Poland.
The equipment will be received by the Polish State Fire Service, and given to Ukraine to support those on the front line, according to ITV Granada.
And they’re off! We’ll be joining up with the rest of the convoy later today before travelling across Europe to deliver all the donated equipment and appliances #StandWithUkriane 🇺🇦 pic.twitter.com/fwnPdp5dkK
— Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (@manchesterfire) March 18, 2022
Speaking ahead of the convoy setting off, Dave Russel – Chief Fire Officer at GMFRS – said: “The devastating scenes in Ukraine have moved everyone across GMFRS and the fire service family, and I’ve been overwhelmed by the offers of support from colleagues who want to do all they can to support the people of Ukraine.
“I’m immensely proud of our involvement in this national drive to support our fellow firefighters on the frontline.
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“I want to thank everyone who has worked hard to coordinate this response, whether gathering the equipment, coordinating the logistics or volunteering to be part of the convoy.
“This is the fire service at its best.”
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Police urgently appeal after 19-year-old pedestrian is hit and ‘seriously injured’ on Mancunian Way
Emily Sergeant
An urgent police appeal has been issued following a serious collision on the Mancunian Way this past weekend.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) explained that, at 11:50pm on Halloween (Saturday 31 October), officers responded to reports of a serious collision on the Mancunian Way, by the exit slip road for London Road.
It was reported that a 19-year-old man had walked on the slip road, where he was struck by a vehicle – causing him to sustain ‘life-threatening injuries’ in the process.
Police say the driver of the vehicle remained at the scene, and has cooperated with enquires.
As officers continue to establish the full circumstances of this shocking incident, GMP has now issued an appeal for anyone with information to come forward.
This includes anyone who witnessed the collision, or has any dashcam or CCTV footage from around the time and location of the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to contact GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741 or the Live Chat service at gmp.police.uk, quoting log 4579 of 31/10/26.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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Tickets go live as opening date is announced for Manchester City’s new ‘immersive’ museum experience
Emily Sergeant
Tickets to visit Manchester City’s new ‘immersive’ museum experience have officially gone live ahead of the grand opening.
Set to open in the heart of the £300m Medlock Square entertainment district at Manchester’s Etihad Campus next month, the Manchester City Museum Experience will be spread across 10 distinctive spaces – with visitors invited to take a trip down memory lane with nostalgic environments from throughout the club’s history.
Fans will also be able to take part in interactive media experiences, like posing with all 48 major trophies won by the club’s first teams or trying their hand at football punditry.
The experience will combine the latest immersive technology with physical memorabilia drawn from across the club’s history to do this.
Hidden details and surprising ‘did you know’ facts are set to be embedded across the experience, so that even the most devoted Man City fans will have the chance to discover something new about the club they love.
By combining interactive environments, technology, and authentic artefacts, the experience is aiming to appeal to a wide audience – from lifelong Manchester City supporters, to families and those with a broader interest in football, culture, and the city of Manchester.
“The Museum Experience has been designed as a destination that goes beyond just the pitch,” commented Jeremy Maxton, who is the Director of Visitor Attractions at Manchester City Football Club.
Manchester City releases CGIs and important details of its new ‘immersive’ museum / Credit: Manchester City / Ralph Appelbaum Associates (RAA)
“Whether you’re a lifelong supporter, visiting Manchester for a weekend, or simply looking for a unique day out, we’ve created an experience that offers something for everyone.
“From the recreated environments and original memorabilia to the interactive elements, there are different ways into the Club’s history throughout the Museum.
“We’ve also built in space for new stories to be added over time, so the experience can continue to evolve. It’s been a huge project to bring together and we’re looking forward to people seeing it for themselves later this year.”
The Manchester City Museum Experience officially opens on 14 December, and you can now book tickets to visit from that date here.
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Emily Sergeant -
18th March 2022 
