Manchester Arena bombing public inquiry: Proposed new 'Martyn's Law' counter-terrorism legislation revealed

direct to your inboxA senior Manchester Arena boss has issued a public apology to the mother of one of the 22 victims of the 2017 bombing atrocity.Two policing experts, meanwhile, have outlined to the public inquiry into the attack a series of criticisms they have found relating to security in place on the night.John Sharkey met with Figen Murray, Martyn Hett's mother, on December 8, 2017, seven months after the bombing.At the meeting, arranged by the mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham,

hereBut he said that when he first 'started to broach' the need for new protective counter-terror legislation 'it became clear that the door to conversation was closed'.Mr Aldworth said in the statement he was 'badgering' the Home Office - and said he was even 'banned' from using the term 'Protect Duty'.He said in the statement: "While the phrase [banned] was used lightheartedly, its application was real."It became clear that our persistence had gone beyond the point of tolerance and that a

with some calling the decision a ‘disgrace’.But speaking at the council’s public engagement board this morning Eleanor Roaf, Trafford’s Director for Public Health, said: “I know there’s been a lot of disappointment in some quarters about the fact that we’re still in tier 3, but I think that even though our rates are lower than some other places that are not in tier 3, we do have to recognise that we’re part of Greater Manchester.“People travel in and out of our borough all the time, for work in

straight to your inbox every day for freeGood morning, Manchester United fans. Here are your morning headlines for Saturday, November 28.Ferguson praises Rashford’s philanthropy Former Manchester United United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has praised Marcus Rashford following the striker’s campaigning during the coronavirus pandemic.

straight to your inbox every day for freeCharlton Athletic manager Lee Bowyer insists Manchester United midfielder Dylan Levitt 'hasn't done anything wrong' amid a lack of playing time for the League One club.The Welsh midfielder missed Charlton's 4-2 defeat to Burton Albion on Tuesday night through illness, meaning he has now gone an entire month without playing for the club.Levitt left United on loan in the summer transfer window but has struggled for playing time since moving to the League

Manchester City and other Champions League sides held a minute's silence before Wednesday's fixtures to remember a great of the game. Among the City squad to face Olympiacos was Aguero, who was married to Maradona’s daughter Gianinna.

straight to your inboxPep Guardiola says no player loved football more than Diego Maradona, as he led Manchester City's tributes to the Argentina legend.Maradona has passed away at the age of 60, leading to tributes to be paid from around the world in respect of one of the greatest players to play the game.The sad news was confirmed before City's Champions League win in Olympiacos, with Guardiola paying tribute to Maradona in his post-match media commitments.Guardiola also offered his

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United players past and present have been reacting to the death of Diego Maradona, the Argentine hero who is considered one of the best football players of all time.The Argentine Football Association confirmed on Wednesday that Maradona passed away at his home in Tigre just two weeks after undergoing successful surgery for a blood clot on his brain.It's reported that he suffered a heart attack and subsequently died at the age of 60.

coronavirus deaths have been recorded in Greater Manchester's hospitals.

Manchester Evening News has seen an early internal planning document circulated within Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

revised tier system, which will come into force on December 2 when the national lockdown ends, government ministers will impose the top level of restrictions on the highest risk areas.Previously, ministers had entered into discussions with local leaders over the what measures would be needed and how they would be funded.In Greater Manchester, mayor Andy Burnham led several days of intense talks as he tried to negotiate a more substantial financial package than the one the government had

straight to your inbox every day, freeOle Gunnar Solskjaer has named Demba Ba and Martin Skrtel as two Istanbul Basaksehir players Manchester United should be wary of in tonight's Champions League game.Ba's goal in the first game between the two sides in Turkey set Basaksehir on course for a 2-1 win over United, as Solskjaer's side suffered their first group stage defeat.

latest news from our vibrant food and drink scene, as well as honest, impartial reviews when life returns to normal, and the following venues are all at the top of our list. But don't just take our word from it - here are some of Manchester's award-winning, globally-renowned restaurants. Where are you excited to visit after lockdown? Have your say in the comments below. We'll start with the big one - the coveted Michelin star, and Manchester's first and only awarded since 1977.Chef Simon Martin

straight to your inbox every day, freeHere are your Manchester United morning headlines for Sunday, November 22nd.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes that referee David Coote made three correct calls on different penalty shouts as United squeezed past West Bromwich Albion on Saturday evening.Coote first awarded West Brom a penalty for a foul by Bruno Fernandes on Conor Gallagher. However, upon considering VAR, he reversed his decision.

Counter terrorism police have swooped on a residential street to execute a warrant.Police and forensic investigators have been at the scene in Chatham Street, Ince-in-Makerfield, since 7am this morning, according to residents.Officers from Counter Terrorism Policing North West arrived to execute a warrant at a property on the road.No arrests have yet been made and enquiries are ongoing, Greater Manchester Police has confirmed.Investigators dressed in white forensic suits remain in Chatham

coronavirus patients have died in the second wave of the pandemic in Greater Manchester, the MEN can reveal.

Patient safety and care is our top priority and we are undertaking an investigation into a recent incident at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital involving a small number of patients who became unwell during dialysis treatment. "All patients are well and continue to be monitored, and their families are being kept fully informed.