Greater Manchester hospitals 'first in country' to employ dedicated Covid-19 safety officers

Strong winds and gales could batter Greater Manchester tomorrow and Wednesday, according to forecasters.A yellow weather warning for wind has been issued for the region on Tuesday and Wednesday by the Met Office.The weather warning covers a large part of England and Wales, from Lancashire in the north down to the south coast.The strong winds could bring some delays to road, rail, air and ferry, disruption to journeys, delays for high-sided vehicles, and some short term power loss for businesses

coronavirus.

The total number of coronavirus deaths at hospital trusts in Greater Manchester, as of Saturday, August 22 is:Each day the NHS in England publishes the number of deaths recorded by each hospital trust in the last 24-hour period.These are deaths where the person had tested positive for the virus or where Covid-19 was mentioned on their death certificate.NHS England's daily figures sometimes include previously uncounted deaths that took place several days - or even weeks ago.They do not include

The total number of coronavirus deaths at hospital trusts in Greater Manchester, as of Friday, August 21 is:Each day the NHS in England publishes the number of deaths recorded by each hospital trust in the last 24-hour period.These are deaths where the person had tested positive for the virus or where COVID-19 was mentioned on their death certificate.NHS England's daily figures sometimes include previously uncounted deaths that took place several days - or even weeks ago.They do not include

hereThe total number of coronavirus deaths at hospital trusts in Greater Manchester, as of Wednesday, August 19 is:In total, in hospitals across England, a further 15 people who tested positive for coronavirus have died, bringing the total number of confirmed reported deaths to  29,480.Yesterday a further 154 positive cases of coronavirus were announced across Greater Manchester, which was the highest daily increase for the last three days.The data takes into account the seven days up to

published by NHS England, includes hospital discharges from March 20,  the first day of national lockdown, until August 9.

The total number of coronavirus deaths at hospital trusts in Greater Manchester, as of Tuesday, August 18 is:In total, in hospitals across England, a further five people who tested positive for coronavirus have died, bringing the total number of confirmed reported deaths to 29,465.Patients were aged between 64 and 86 years old. All had known underlying health conditions.

A yellow weather warning is in place for tonight in Greater Manchester - and it's looking 'unsettled' for the rest of the week.The warning for thunderstorms today is expected to be the last in a series of weather warnings issued last week as mercury levels dip in the region.Expect a mixture of sunshine and showers for the rest of the week as temperatures dip to the mid to low 20s following last week's hot temperatures.Nicola Maxey, a spokeswoman for the Met Office, said: "It's an unsettled

Up to 6,000 children who normally would have been referred to social services in Greater Manchester have potentially been missed during lockdown.Social care professionals are calling for a change in approach to tackle the ‘hidden harm’ faced by children who are stuck at home with abusive family members while schools remain closed.Alison Alexander, the CEO of children’s services support organisation Cornerstone, said referrals have dropped in many parts of the UK by 50pc, and by up to 75pc in

The total number of coronavirus deaths at hospital trusts in Greater Manchester, as of Sunday, August 16 is:The latest figures come as the government announced that the region-wide lockdown restrictions would continue in Greater Manchester.The rules means people from different households can't meet in each other's gardens or homes.Get breaking news first on the free Manchester Evening News app - download it here for your Apple or Android device. You can also get a round-up of the biggest stories

coronavirus.

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust - £2,564,000Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust - £701,000Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - £4,861,000Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust - £1,921,000Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust - £1,441,000Stockport NHS Foundation Trust - £3,611,000Tameside and Glossop NHS Foundation Trust - £1,897,000Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust - £1,441,000Mr Johnson has urged people who need emergency treatment this winter to have the

hereIn total, more than 46,000 people have died nationally.The six deaths came in the North East and Yorkshire (2) and the South East (4) regions.NHS England said on Monday there had been no new deaths in the North West reguion.Each day the NHS in England publishes the number of deaths recorded by each hospital trust in the last 24-hour period.These are deaths where the person had tested positive for the virus or where COVID-19 was mentioned on their death certificate.NHS England's daily figures

The total number of coronavirus deaths at hospital trusts in Greater Manchester, as of Saturday, August 8 stands at:Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust - 253Each day the NHS in England publishes the number of deaths recorded by each hospital trust in the last 24-hour period.These are deaths where the person had tested positive for the virus or where COVID-19 was mentioned on their death certificate.NHS England's daily figures often sometimes include previously uncounted deaths

hereOn Sunday, it’s expected to reach 23 degrees across our region with some cloud.Meanwhile, forecasters are expecting a possible heatwave in other parts of England.Met Office Chief Meteorologist, Dan Suri, said: “Although much of the UK can expect a spell of warm and sunny weather lasting into early next week, it’s going to turn very hot for parts of England and Wales with temperatures widely reaching above 30 Celsius on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.“Met Office heatwave criteria will be reached

hereEach day the NHS in England publishes the number of deaths recorded by each hospital trust in the last 24 hour period.These are deaths where the person had tested positive for the virus or where COVID-19 was mentioned on their death certificate.NHS England's daily figures often sometimes include previously uncounted deaths that took place several days - or even weeks ago.They do not include deaths in care homes or community settings.The total number of coronavirus deaths at hospital trusts

coronavirus. The region's hospital death toll now stands at 2,142, the latest NHS daily figures show.In the last 24 hours, one COVID-19 death was reported at the Bolton NHS Foundation Trust.

Royal Bolton Hospital because they are too scared of catching Covid-19.

coronavirus  deaths have been recorded at hospitals in Greater Manchester today. The region's hospital death toll now stands at 2,141, the latest NHS figures show.Nationally, five new deaths of people with COVID-19 in hospitals have been announced but none in the entire north west region.The five patients were aged between 66 and 95 and all had underlying health conditions.

coronavirus in each borough. But at the start of what would have been the summer holidays, what does this mean in terms of travel? Can Mancunians still go on a day trip this summer? Will we be able to visit the beach with the kids? Or do we have to stay local?This is what you need to know about travelling out of the area during the Greater Manchester local lockdown.Yes, people in Greater Manchester can travel out of the area to visit the beach.