Manchester Airport set to close Terminal 2 again in September

Manchester Airport, said: “It’s pleasing to see the long overdue introduction of an island-by-island approach to travel corridors. While this will initially mean restrictions to travel to some Greek islands, it should enable key markets like the Balearics and Canaries to be opened up more quickly.“However, now we need to refine the wider travel corridor system to enable a targeted approach to low-risk regions within mainlands.

near 100 per cent increase in case numbers in the last week.

Manchester Airport in November 2018 as a passenger prepared to head to Dubai.

Manchester Airport have issued a series of updates as they prepare to close one of their busy terminals once again this week.As the hub reaches what would be peak holiday season under usual circumstances, passenger numbers still remain low amid uncertainty around travel during the coronavirus pandemic.As a result, from Wednesday (September 2), flights will operate from two terminals instead of the usual three until further notice.Passengers are being advised to check with their airline to

'sudden, concerning and unpredicted', has prompted council and health leaders to call an emergency meeting on Tuesday morning. Separate government figures show there were 40 new cases recorded on Thursday in Bolton.

both boroughs are due to be released from local lockdown.The boroughs, along with Tameside, have seen a marked increase in cases - all three areas are in the 'amber zone' for infection rates.A total of 272 positive coronavirus cases were added in Greater Manchester today.Cases have doubled week on week in Bolton (in the week ending Aug 28).

The boss of Manchester Airport has slammed 'government inaction' for hurting the country's aviation industry. Charlie Cornish, CEO of Manchester Airports Group, says quarantine is leading to millions of cancelled holidays, damaging the economy and risking jobs.Last August, Manchester Airport recorded its busiest day in the hub's 82-year history as more than 115,000 people flew to or from one of 210 destinations.

Manchester Evening News understands the order does not apply to outdoor drinking areas businesses have created to cater for customers during the pandemic. There is a particular worry around the Gay Village following the postponement of this year's Pride event.An estimated 170,000 people attended across the weekend in 2019.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is aiming to make significant improvements to his squad to turn United into Premier League title contenders, but it has been a slow start to the summer.United missed out on target Jude Bellingham to Borussia Dortmund and the saga regarding the German club's Jadon Sancho looks set to rumble on throughout the summer.Sancho is United's priority target and the club were confident of finally signing their man, but Dortmund officials remain adamant that he will be staying at

straight to your inboxThe signing of Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho remains Manchester United's number one priority for the summer window, but the club have so far been frustrated in their pursuit of the England international.United’s interest in the 20-year-old is long-standing, but negotiations between Dortmund and the Reds over a transfer of the winger have reached an impasse.Dortmund set an initial deadline of August 10 for any deal to take place but that was missed and not taken

straight to your inboxJames Garner, Dylan Levitt and Matej Kovar are all expected to leave Manchester United on loan before the end of the summer transfer window.The club’s Under-23s head coach Neil Wood and head of first-team development Nicky Butt have earmarked the trio for loan moves away from Old Trafford this season in order to ensure their progress doesn't stall.MEN Sport understands there is interest from Championship clubs in Garner with Swansea City one possible destination for the

Kovar the latest name expected to leave on a temporary deal. MEN Sport understand two Football League clubs are currently pursuing a deal for the 20-year-old goalkeeper with Swindon Town believed to be the most likely destination.

straight to your inboxSome Manchester United fans are gutted that the club aren't making a move to sign Paris Saint-Germain defender Thiago Silva this summer, with Chelsea looking likely to snap him on a free transfer.The legendary centre-back will leave PSG this summer when his contract expires but he could depart as a European champion, with his last game being Sunday's Champions League final against Bayern Munich.Although Silva is now 35, he has still played a massive part in the Parisiens'

here Pilots from RyanAir, Scandanavian Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Easyjet, and Jet 2 were among those featured in footage captured by the YouTube Channel Aviation Up Close.

the Manchester Evening News understands.

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

straight to your inboxManchester United are continuing talks with Dean Henderson over a new contract but could allow Sergio Romero to leave this summer.The MEN understands discussions over a renewal for Henderson are ongoing amid interest from Chelsea, who are prepared to offer the 23-year-old on a £170,000-a-week deal.Romero, 33, is open to leaving United after five years and his representatives have already tried to whip up interest in the Argentinian goalkeeper.

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

straight to your inboxManchester United have joined Chelsea in the race for Leicester City defender Ben Chilwell, according to reports.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is aiming to strengthen the attacking options in his squad this summer with a winger and playmaker high on his wishlist, but the Norwegian has refused to rule out a move for a new defender.United struggled at left-back after Luke Shaw was ruled out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury, although Brandon Williams has performed