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Manchester Airport issues latest travel update as it apologises to all passengers affected by power cut

"No further disruption" is expected.

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 24th June 2024

Manchester Airport has issued an update on today’s travel as it apologises to all the passengers who were affected by the power cut yesterday.

The airport says it expects the travel schedule to “run as usual with no further disruption” today.

It comes after thousands of passengers travelling through Manchester Airport yesterday were hit with major disruption – with all flights cancelled from Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, and severe delays affecting Terminal 3 too.

The disruption was caused by a “significant power cut” in the early hours of yesterday morning, which had a knock-on effect on systems.

Passengers who were meant to travel from T1 or T2 were advised not to go to the airport.

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Manchester Airport has issued its travel update to all passengers affected by yesterday’s power cut / Credit: Natali Quijano | Suhyeon Choi (via Unsplash)

All flights from both terminals were cancelled “until further notice”, and while those passengers who had already checked-in for their flights were expected to see be able to travel later in the day, they were told they would likely face delays due to a wide range of backlogged issues airport-wide.

Manchester Airport’s managing director, Chris Woodroofe, continued to keep all affected passengers updated throughout the day.

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Now, with the dust settled and the flight chaos of yesterday hopefully a thing of the past, Manchester Airport has issued its latest statement addressing the expected travel schedule for today, and, most-notably, apologising to everyone who experienced disruption of any kind, at at any point, yesterday.

The latest statement on the airport’s website reads: “We would like to apologise to all those affected by the disruption in Terminals 1 and 2 today.

“Today’s schedule is expected to run as usual with no further disruption, so passengers should plan to travel to the airport as normal, checking in two hours ahead of their flight for short-haul, and three hours for long-haul, but it is always advisable to check the status of your flight before you travel to the airport.

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“Airlines will be in touch with passengers to rearrange cancelled flights as we work with airlines, their baggage handling agents, and other partners to make sure passengers whose bags did not make it onto their flights are reunited with their belongings as soon as possible.”

The airport also thanked passengers for their “patience” in its latest statement.

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Thanks and appreciation was also shown by the airport to all its staff, airlines, and onsite partners for their “hard work and resilience”.

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Delays on M60 continue after man dies falling from bridge near Trafford Centre

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson The M60 has been closed in both directions today after a man fell from Barton Bridge

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.”

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Molly-Mae Hague and adidas drop new collection inspired by matcha and iced lattes

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson Molly-Mae Hague and adidas drop new collection inspired by matcha and iced lattes

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.

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