Man caught in no-go zone at Manchester Airport said he was trying to get a flight back to his home country

Manchester Crown Court heard that officers searched the rear of the van to find a large cardboard box full of ‘skunk’ cannabis - then a further bin bag containing the herbal drug. After arresting him, officers searched his address in Salford and found nothing.

straight to your inboxRoy Keane has praised Liverpool's "cocky" midfielder, Curtis Jones, after he was recalled to face Manchester City.Jurgen Klopp has welcomed back Sadio Mane, Fabinho and Alisson Becker into his starting XI after they all missed Liverpool's midweek defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion.

United starting lineup once again, and it's the same story with left-back Luke Shaw, with both likely to start against the Toffees.Both Mason Greenwood and Anthony Martial are both pushing for starts this weekend, with Greenwood impressive against Everton, while Martial scored twice as a substitute.Defender Eric Bailly is a doubt while Phil Jones remains United's only long-term absentee.* Click here to subscribe to Level up! The Esports and Gaming Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts

direct to your inboxPassengers were today pictured leaving Manchester Airport dressed in masks and full suits - as concerns mount over delays to the UK's hotel quarantine policy.The travellers pictured arriving into the city with suitcases were among around 1,000 understood to be arriving at the hub each day - with about the same number thought to be flying out. People should only be flying for 'valid reasons', which excludes holidays.

Do you think a proper plan needs to be outlined now for how the government intends to fully reopen schools? Would you rather be given a proposed date for the reopening or wait until something can be set in stone? Let us know in the comments here, or share your views on our Manchester Family Facebook page. When it comes to vaccinating teachers and school staff, Mr Chalke says it would be a lot easier than the government makes it sound."There's around a million school staff," he said.

straight to your inboxThere were no deadline day surprises at Manchester City as the January transfer window passed with little activity around the first team.Pep Guardiola repeatedly insisted that City were happy to stick with their current squad, despite injury issues in the forward department. However, City turned down the chance to re-sign former favourite Edin Dzeko, while a move for Diego Costa was never on the cards.

direct to your inboxManchester Airport has called for a 'clear plan' to help the travel industry navigate its way out of the pandemic following the announcement of strict new measures to limit flying abroad. Hub bosses say the new restrictions, including a directive to airlines to quiz people about their reasons for travel prior to boarding, will have 'limited impact' on their already diminished number of passengers.

straight to your inbox every day for freeHere are your Manchester United evening headlines for Monday, January 25.Bruno Fernandes has hit back at suggestions claiming he is tired after he was left out of United's starting XI against Liverpool at the weekend, with Donny van de Beek starting in his stead.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer rested his creative midfielder ahead of the FA Cup fourth-round tie, introducing him midway through the second half.

direct to your inboxA Ryanair pilot was robbed at gunpoint as he walked home from Manchester Airport, a court heard.Earl Green, 38, was one of a group of three men who approached the pilot, then 25, as he walked through Painswick Park in Wythenshawe just before midnight.Another of the robbers took out a handgun from his jacket, and the pilot felt something push against his temple which he believed to be the weapon.He was able to get away but the pilot said he feared for his life, and has since

United will be without Phil Jones, Brandon Williams and Marcos Rojo through injury against Liverpool, whilst Dean Henderson is likely to start in place of David De Gea, and players like Nemanja Matic, Donny van de Beek and Alex Telles are all pushing to start.However, Scott McTominay, Fred, Bruno Fernandes, Edinson Cavani and Paul Pogba are all likely to start having been in good form in recent weeks.* Click here to subscribe to Level up! The esports and gaming show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify,

herePhase one of the development is expected to  feature an indoor adventure sports centre, the flying theatre, arcades, laser tag, bumper cars, a virtual reality experience, an exhibition exploring theories that aliens influenced ancient civilisations and an alien-themed diner, as well as a hotel and an events square.Residential property, food and drinks outlets, another hotel and car parking is expected to follow.Blackpool Council said of the compulsory purchase plan: "To date, it has not been

direct to your inboxManchester Airport is to cut its business hours for arrivals and departures in response to new strict measures imposed on passengers travelling into the UK.The hub, which is currently operating from just one of its three terminals, will implement the 'efficiency' changes until February 15 - although the changes could be extended depending on national guidance.The first time such restrictions have been implemented, arriving airlines will be asked to land between 4.01am and

direct to your inboxTwo men have been charged with firearms and other offences after being arrested at Manchester Airport.The pair were held on Monday by officers from the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit.In a statement the NWROCU said: "Last night, two men from Northenden, Manchester were charged with conspiracy to sell/ transfer weapons and conspiracy to supply Class A Drugs, as well as a series of offences including being concerned in the production of Class B Drugs, money laundering

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans want to see Donny van de Beek start against Fulham on Wednesday.Following the goalless draw with Liverpool on Sunday, United are straight back in action to face a resurgent Fulham at Craven Cottage.If Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side had claimed a victory at Anfield then they would have gone six points clear of the reigning champions but instead they could find themselves as low as third by the time they kick-off in London, should

direct to your inbox Two men have been arrested at Manchester Airport today on suspicion of firearms, drugs, and money laundering.

direct to your inbox Travellers were today arriving at Manchester Airport just hours ahead of the closure of all air travel corridors.