MUSU has issued a statement after its restaurant had all its windows smashed and dining room covered with paint in a horrific incident on Valentine’s Day.
The luxurious Japanese restaurant on Bridge Street said it is ‘saddened and shocked’ by the vandalism that occurred on one of the busiest nights of the year.
Diners had been tucking in to courses of high-end sushi when people wearing balaclavas and ski masks smashed all the windows at the front of the restaurant.
Cans of white paint were then thrown around the acclaimed eatery.
A spokesperson from MUSU said: “Following on from last night’s incident we are really pleased that thanks to some brilliant suppliers and contractors we will be open this evening.
“We have unfortunately had to cancel lunchtime service and are calling everyone who will be affected – we’ve had a really busy week this week and are gutted to have disappointed some diners.
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“We are deeply saddened and shocked by the events that unfolded, and we cannot express enough how sorry we are that our guests’ evening was disrupted.
“The safety and security of our guests and staff are our utmost priority, and we are grateful that no one was hurt during this senseless act. We are offering diners the chance to come back and dine again on us.
“We are also reviewing and enhancing our security measures to prevent any such occurrences in the future.
“We have no further update as to the incident itself but we are working with the police to find out what we can.”
Greater Manchester Police said: “Yesterday (Wednesday 14 February 2024), at around 9pm, officers were called to reports of an aggravated burglary at a premises on Bridge Street in Manchester.
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“Officers responded to the incident and the suspects had fled the scene prior to police arrival. Thankfully, no injuries were reported. No arrests have been made.
“Enquiries remain ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding this incident and locate those responsible. If you witnessed this incident or have any information regarding this, please contact 101 or visit www.gmp.police.uk quoting log 3263 of 14/02/2024.
“Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
New Mayor Bev Craig announces FREE bus travel for 11 to 16-year-olds in Greater Manchester
Emily Sergeant
Thousands of high school children across Greater Manchester are set to benefit from free bus travel next year.
That’s because Greater Manchester’s newly-elected Mayor, Bev Craig, set out plans on her first official day in office yesterday (3 August) to help families with the rising cost of living by extending the already-popular ‘Our Pass’ scheme to give 11 to 16-year-olds free bus travel on the Bee Network from January 2027 onwards.
The move is expected to benefit nearly 200,000 young people across Greater Manchester – saving families up to £500 per child every year.
Applications will open later this year, so families can apply for their pass in advance.
Bev Craig has announced free bus travel for 11 to 16-year-olds in Greater Manchester / Credit: TfGM
Greater Manchester’s successful ‘Our Pass’ scheme was introduced in 2019 and already gives 16-18-year-olds free bus travel to make getting to education, training, and opportunities easier.
But this new extension means that, for the first time, all children between 11 and 18-years-old will be able to travel for free on the region’s buses.
On top of this, in further support for families, Bev has also confirmed that previously-agreed plans to give free bus travel for children in temporary accommodation will be implemented from this September – with this extra support set to be administered by councils and be in place for the new school term.
First day as Mayor of Greater Manchester. I promise to work for everyone, in every town, village and city.
— Mayor of Greater Manchester (@MayorofGM) August 3, 2026
“During my campaign, I promised that I would apply a simple test to every decision I take as Mayor – will it make life better for the people of Greater Manchester? That’s why on day one I’m announcing the extension of Our Pass to give free bus travel to 11 to 16-year-olds,” commented Bev Craig as the move was announced this week.
“This is exactly the kind of decision that passes our test.
“It will put more money in the pockets of thousands of hard-working families, and gives those young people a ticket to all the brilliant opportunities our city region offers.
“Families across Greater Manchester are struggling with the cost of living and I’m using my first day as Mayor to do something practical to make life a bit easier. By launching in January, young people will be boarding the Bee Network for free as they head back to school.”
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NHS urgently needs 500,000 men to take part in ‘major’ cancer research programme
Emily Sergeant
Half a million men are needed to take part in a ‘major’ cancer research programme.
From this week, the NHS has announced that it will begin contacting 500,000 men to invite them to join a major research programme that will work to improve the vital early detection and treatment of prostate cancer.
Men who have had or are living with prostate cancer will receive letters and text messages explaining how they can register to take part.
It’s hoped that this will become one of the world’s largest prostate cancer studies.
Formally named ‘Prostate Progress’, the study is designed to speed up the development of better tests, treatments, and care – with the NHS aiming to recruit as many participants as possible to improve how prostate cancer is diagnosed and treated, as well as understanding the side effects of treatment and the impact they have on quality of life.
The NHS urgently needs 500,000 men to take part in a ‘major’ cancer research programme / Credit: rawpixel
Prostate cancer is now the most common cancer in the UK, with around 60,000 new cases diagnosed every year and over 12,000 deaths annually.
Men who join ‘Prostate Progress’ will be asked to complete questionnaires about their experiences of living with the disease every few months.
Verified researchers will then be able compare men’s experiences of living with prostate cancer against their NHS records – including their symptoms and quality of life.
The NHS says it is ‘particularly keen’ to hear from black men for the programme, as they are at approximately twice the risk of developing prostate cancer – with around one in four black men in the UK expected to be diagnosed during their lifetime.
“Better representation will help researchers understand and address differences in diagnosis, treatment and outcomes,” the NHS said in a statement.
“Prostate cancer is now the most common cancer in the UK,” explained Health Minister, James Frith. “Every piece of data we gather brings us closer to the tests and treatments that future patients will depend on to live well for longer.
“Prostate Progress has the potential to become a hugely important resource, but only if men come forward and share their experiences, so I encourage anyone who receives an invitation to sign up.
“This is the kind of innovation the government’s National Cancer Plan is designed to support, making the NHS a world-leading destination for cancer research and ensuring patients across the country can help shape the treatments of tomorrow.”
Daisy Jackson -
15th February 2024 
