Greater Manchester will be placed in Tier 2 restrictions – where residents mixing indoors will be banned but pubs serving food will remain open – according to a local MP.
Boris Johnson is set to make an announcement regarding new restrictions for England later this afternoon (12 October).
The Prime Minister is expected to elaborate on the government’s new ‘tier system’ – whereby each region will be ranked in terms of risk level.
It was feared that Greater Manchester could be included in Tier 3 – which would see all hospitality forced to close.
But Jim McMahon, the Shadow Transport Secretary and Labour & Co-operative MP for Oldham West & Royton said Manchester’s status as a Tier 2 region had been confirmed via a call with Matt Hancock earlier today.
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Call with the Secretary of State confirms GM will be placed in Tier 2 with household restrictions on meeting indoors in any setting, but not outdoors
Writing on Twitter, Mr. McMahon said: “Call with the Secretary of State confirms GM will be placed in Tier 2 with household restrictions on meeting indoors in any setting, but not outdoors
“Pubs serving food remain open.
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“Oldham will be removed from its enhanced lockdown measures and brought into line with GM *at last*”
Lucy Powell, Labour & Co-op MP for Manchester Central, said the news had come as a “huge relief”.
We are very grateful that our calls for locally lead action have been listened to. This will come as a huge relief for many businesses in Manchester who have been working incredibly hard to make their premises safe and compliant. https://t.co/jmsLEWRLI4
“We are very grateful that our calls for locally lead action have been listened to,” said the MP on social media.
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“This will come as a huge relief for many businesses in Manchester who have been working incredibly hard to make their premises safe and compliant.”
Sacha Lord, Night Time Economy Adviser for Greater Manchester, called it a “big result.”
“This could change though,” he warned.
“So, we will continue to keep our legal challenge ready, in the event that it does. We will not support any closure without scientific evidence.”
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Delays on M60 continue after man dies falling from bridge near Trafford Centre
Daisy Jackson
A man has tragically died after falling from a bridge on the M60, near the Trafford Centre.
Police closed the motorway in both directions at around 10am this morning as they responded to the concern for welfare.
The man was on Barton Bridge on the M60, but tragically fell and passed away at the scene.
The motorway was shut anti-clockwise between junction 12 for the M602 and junction 10, and on the clockwise carriageway between junction 9 and 11, with a huge diversion in place.
Although the motorway has reopened as the afternoon has worn on, disruption is ‘likely’ to continue for several hours yet.
National Highways is reporting up to two miles of congestion on the M60 around Barton Bridge.
In a statement released earlier today, a GMP spokesperson said: “Officers are currently responding to a concern for welfare on Barton Bridge on the M60, reported at around 9:40am today (Tuesday 31 March).
“The M60 remains closed in both directions while emergency services are in attendance. Significant delays are expected and drivers are advised to avoid the area where possible.”
GMP later added: “Earlier today, officers responded to a concern for welfare on Barton Bridge on the M60. The man sadly fell from the bridge and passed away at the scene.
“The road remains closed while enquiries continue. Please avoid the area and plan alternative routes where possible as disruption is likely to continue for the rest of the day.”
Molly-Mae Hague and adidas drop new collection inspired by matcha and iced lattes
Daisy Jackson
Today, adidas has finally released its hotly-anticipated parnership with Manchester-based influencer Molly-Mae Hague.
The social media superstar has collaborated with the sportswear giant for a limited-edition footwear collection inspired by matchas and iced lattes.
Molly-Mae and adidas Originals have just given fans a look at the shoes for the first time.
The star has curated a limited-edition collection of iconic Originals silhouettes – a Samba and a Superstar.
The first is the Samba Matcha shoes, a premium leather and suede shoe in a soft green colour, with double pink and white laces.
The other is a Superstar II Latte, which again features double laces in coffee-coloured hues, but in the iconic leather Superstar silhouette.
In behind-the-scenes footage of the design process on Molly-Mae’s Amazon Prime documentary series, Behind It All, she described them as ‘matcha cool girl in London’ shoes – and the vision has definitely come to life.
Molly-Mae said: “Seeing my creative vision come to life on two iconic adidas Originals silhouettes that have long been staples in my wardrobe is a true dream.
“Being so closely involved in the design process and creating products that feel fun, timeless, and an authentic extension of my own personal style has been the best experience.
“I am so excited to see how others style them in their own way.”
Steve Marks, VP Brand adidas UK commented: “At adidas, we partner with individuals who define style through authenticity and a deep-rooted connection to our brand.
“Molly-Mae’s relationship with adidas Originals has developed organically over time as a key advocate of the brand and this partnership represents a natural evolution – bringing her signature aesthetic to two of our most iconic silhouettes.”
The limited-edition adidas Originals x Molly-Mae collection drops in stores and online on 9 April, priced at £100 per pair.
The Manc -
12th October 2020 
