A new office block planned next to Victoria Station has been redesigned. The second phase of the New Victoria development in Manchester was set to be a predominantly glass building with eight storeys of office floorspace.
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Train services will continue to be disrupted today as the knock-on effects of Tuesday's rail strike affect the timetable. It comes as talks are set to resume between the RMT union and bosses in attempt to resolve a bitter dispute over jobs, pay and conditions.
Millions of passengers faced travel chaos on Tuesday - the first of three days of strike action planned for this week - and businesses were hit by a massive loss of custom as less than one in five trains ran. And the chaos is set to continue on Wednesday, with only 60% of trains running, mainly due to a delay to the start of services as signallers and control room staff are not doing overnight shifts.
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Of the main train companies serving Greater Manchester, Northern is advising passengers not to travel today, while Avanti West Coast is warning services will be 'severely disrupted'. Transpennine Express has released an updated timetable for Wednesday and is warning of 'significant disruption'.
Passengers at Victoria Station appeared to be heeding the advice on Wednesday morning as platforms appeared much quieter than on a normal weekday.
Further strikes are set to take place on Thursday and Saturday after members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) on Network Rail (NR) and 13 train operators staged the first of three walkouts. The RMT will meet with NR and the train companies on Wednesday in another attempt to break the deadlock.
RMT general secretary Mick Lynch said the turnout at picket lines on Tuesday was 'fantastic' and had exceeded expectations in the union's campaign for job security, defending conditions and a decent pay rise. He said:
A new office block planned next to Victoria Station has been redesigned. The second phase of the New Victoria development in Manchester was set to be a predominantly glass building with eight storeys of office floorspace.
Singer-songwriter Jamie T has announced a UK tour for November this year - including a date at Manchester’s Victoria Warehouse . Tickets go on general sale next Friday, July 8, but there’s a way you can get presale tickets two days earlier than everyone else.
More victims of rape will be spared the stress of giving evidence during a trial after justice bosses announced courts across Greater Manchester will be allowed to admit pre-recorded evidence.
When we heard there was going to be a surprise extra January 6 Committee hearing on Tuesday, complete with a secret witness, we figured it would be another whiff. We mean, what have we NOT heard about Donald Trump already?? It’s not like he ever faces any consequences no matter what he does.
A man has died after being hit by a train between Manchester Piccadilly and London.
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Victoria Beckham regrets some of her WAG behaviour and bold outfits during the World Cup according to husband David Beckham, who has shared the details on how the mother of his four children reflects on that time. When David was England captain, Victoria, 48, was probably the most famous WAG in the world. Now an acclaimed fashion designer, the former Spice Girl's ultra-racy outfits and sexy behaviour is worlds away from her elegant and demure style today.
Victoria Beckham's daughter Harper could be one of them.READ: Victoria Beckham reveals the secret to happy marriage with David BeckhamThe fashion designer married former footballer David Beckham on 4 July 1999, just four months after welcoming their eldest son Brooklyn. They said 'I do' in front of the couple's famous friends and family at Luttrellstown Castle in Dublin, with VB wearing the first of two show-stopping bridal gowns.WATCH: Victoria Beckham shows off stunning metallic dress designed for son Brooklyn's weddingShe walked down the aisle at her Robin Hood-themed wedding in a strapless Vera Wang satin ballgown with a corseted top and full skirt, which was reportedly worth $100k (around £82.6k) – and it could be passed down to Harper if she decides to get married.The revelation came during a chat with Stylist back in 2014 when Victoria admitted she had kept several sentimental outfits from her relationship with David, which began in 1997 when David was a Manchester United footie ace and Victoria was part of girl band the Spice Girls.MORE: Victoria Beckham’s mother-of-the-groom dress revealed in a colour that may surprise youREAD: Where to buy wedding dresses online in 2022A post shared by David Beckham (@davidbeckham)VB wore a strapless Vera Wang gown at her 1999 wedding"I kept my wedding dress," she said after clearing out her wardrobe for charity.
Alicia Keys brought Johnny Marr out on stage last night (June 11) to cover The Smiths when she performed in Manchester.The US R&B star was headlining the city’s AO Arena when she invited the guitarist to join her to perform one of the band’s classic songs.“I’ve talked a lot about New York tonight,” Keys reportedly told the crowd at one point during her set. “Now I want to talk about Manchester.” Marr then came out and accompanied her on a version of ‘This Charming Man’.“Johnny Marr!” She shouted as the track neared its end and the big screen focused on the guitarist.
"I've talked a lot about New York tonight" Alicia Keys stated to the packed out, high energy crowd at the AO Arena after singing New York City and Empire State of Mind. "Now I want to talk about Manchester."
David Beckham was reunited with his long-time friend and fellow Manchester United teammate Gary Neville, giving fans a rare insight into their friendship - and some rather telling home truths.MORE: Victoria Beckham fawns over David Beckham as he treats her to the ultimate welcome home surpriseDuring a fan Q&A on The Overlap, the former professional footballer was forced to reveal his annoying habits that his wife Victoria Beckham cannot stand. "I've got this [clears throat], she doesn't love that," he shared.
Reports in Spain are suggesting Barcelona are considering accepting an offer from Manchester United for Frenkie de Jong.