Manchester Crown Court to reopen for remote hearings following coronavirus outbreak

coronavirus infection rates soar in the last few weeks. Bolton NHS Foundation Trust and Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust both recorded one more death.The total number of coronavirus deaths at hospital trusts in Greater Manchester, as of Friday, September 11, currently stands at: Meanwhile in Greater Manchester, the latest figures show there are sharp increases in coronavirus infection rates in every single borough.

dozens of schools across Greater Manchester have been asking classes and year group bubbles to self-isolate following positive cases. Headteacher David Proctor said: “The safety of our pupils and staff is paramount.

in Bolton due to a “significant rise in cases” in the borough.

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straight to your inboxFormer Manchester United forward Robin van Persie has delivered his verdict on Donny van de Beek.United are set to complete the £40.1million move for the Ajax midfielder after he passed a medical on Monday and agreed personal terms.Only the paperwork is left to be finalised to complete what will be United's first signing of the summer transfer window.However, that is set to be signed in the next couple of days, with Van de Beek currently away on international duty with the

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United midfielder had tested positive for coronavirus and that was later confirmed by boss Didier Deschamps at a press conference. Rennes midfield star Eduardo Camavinga is said to be his direct replacement in the squad.

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

hereIn a tweet earlier, HM Courts & Tribunals Service said: "Update: The Crown Court at Manchester Crown Square will not reopen on Monday 24 August 2020, as we’re still waiting on staff, contractor & judiciary #coronoavirus test results.  "We continue to follow public health advice."The M.E.N.

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

hereIt re-opened in the afternoon, and then as usual the following day.But it was closed again on Monday, August 10 after more positive tests, and has remained shut since.Some judges who usually sit at the court have been presiding over cases at the city's other crown court at Minshull Street.Lawyers appearing in those cases have been appearing remotely using video technology.Court users who were in the building prior to the outbreak are set to be contacted and asked to undergo a coronavirus

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

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side are the last English side remaining in Europe this season after Man City's shock Champions League defeat to Lyon. United are looking for their first silverware since winning the Europa League in 2017.

hereThe trial is set to start again next month.Trial judge Richard Mansell QC thanked jurors for their patience and for attending during the pandemic.Jurors had heard prosecution barrister Peter Wright QC's opening speech.He told Manchester Crown Court Mr Khan died after being stabbed once near his abdomen on Sunday, February 16.

hereThe court was first closed last Thursday, before reopening in the afternoon and the following day.It has remained shut since Monday."As of 14 August 2020, eight people who worked on site at the Crown Court in Manchester, Crown Square, last week have now tested positive for COVID-19," the statement read."Since the building closed on Monday 10 August, urgent work has moved to Minshull Street."The Crown Court will not reopen on Monday or Tuesday (17/18 August), allowing us to review the

straight to your inboxVan Persie defends United’s penalty record under Solskjaer Manchester United’s high penalty count this season has been the subject of much discussion, but former player Robin van Persie has come out in defence of his old club. United were awarded 14 penalties in the Premier League this season, a record for the competition, and 21 in total.

straight to your inboxFormer Manchester United forward Robin van Persie has moved to defend the club's penalty record this season.Bruno Fernandes scored from the spot on Monday night to book his side’s place in the last four of the Europa League.The penalty was United’s 21st spot-kick of the season in all competitions, with them also having broken a Premier League record for penalties awarded this season.Much has been made of the number of spot kicks United have been awarded, but the Dutchman