Manchester 'put an arm around those who were suffering - no city could have done more' says Arena inquiry chairman

Johnny Marr has praised Sacha Lord, the Night Time Economy Adviser for Greater Manchester, for leading legal action against the UK government over the detrimental impact that a local lockdown would have on the hospitality sector in the north of England.News of this legal challenge comes ahead of Boris Johnson’s expected announcement today (October 12) of a three-tier lockdown strategy for England in order to prevent a further rise in coronavirus cases.

straight to your inbox every day, freeHere are your evening headlines for Saturday, October 10.Edinson Cavani joined Manchester United on transfer deadline day, but only after speaking to of the club's former players. To make his decision, the Uruguayan striker turned to two ex-PSG teammates to ask about life at Old Trafford: Ander Herrera and Angel Di Maria.

straight to your inbox every day, free Manchester United fans have been reacting to Edinson Cavani 's admission that he spoke with former United player Angel Di Maria prior to joining the club on a free transfer.

straight to your inbox every day, freeEdinson Cavani has revealed he spoke to both Ander Herrera and Angel Di Maria before agreeing to join Manchester United on deadline day. Cavani signed for United alongside Alex Telles, Facundo Pellistri and Amad Diallo on Monday, joining for free after his PSG contract expired earlier in the summer.

exploring options for a smaller version of the Christmas Markets, which councillor Pat Karney said could take the form of small rows of stalls like the Makers Markets, in three key locations around the city.

court cases our reporters have covered in September 2020.A woman has been jailed after a scuffle with police officers saw her spit at them as she was being restrained - one officer said the spit landed ‘directly in her mouth’.Michelle Brown, aged 44, had turned up at her ex’s house, breaching a restraining order against her, and the police were called to attend.After trying to attack the officers with a wine bottle, Brown, of Salford, was restrained on the floor by the four officers, Manchester

coronavirus cases in both boroughs continuing to rise. The latest figures today show Manchester's rate at 335.9 cases per 100,000 - one of the worst in the country - and Oldham's at 177.1.

Manchester Evening News has been told is 'very serious' - in both size and content - is under investigation by both GMP themselves and the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). The sensitive information, which includes names and addresses of victims, witnesses and people reporting crime, was uploaded as part of a test.The M.E.N.

straight to your inboxManchester United are still trying to persuade Ousmane Dembele to join the club on loan, even though he has already rejected the proposal, according to reports.United now have less than just five days to rescue their transfer window and it's understood the club are in various discussions to add to their solitary signing of Donny van de Beek before the October 5 deadline.The club remain in talks with Porto over the transfer of Alex Telles but a right-winger is still the

straight to your inbox Enzo Maresca was forced to delay his start as Manchester City's new EDS head coach this season due to quarantine restrictions but has wasted no time making his mark on the academy. The former player and assistant is an interesting choice to replace Paul Harsley and probably the most high profile appointment since Patrick Vieira seven years ago.

straight to your inbox Kalidou Koulibaly is set to stay at Napoli this summer despite Manchester City's transfer interest, according to sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli. Despite already signing Bournemouth's Nathan Ake,Pep Guardiola has been hoping to add another quality centre-back to his ranks and Koulibaly has been the top target throughout the summer.

straight to your inboxManchester United are reportedly 'convinced' that they will be able to reach an agreement with Porto over the transfer of Alex Telles.With just over a week of the transfer window to go, United are still trying to add to their single signing of Donny van de Beek before the October 5 deadline.While Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho remains the top target, MEN Sport understands United stepped up plans to strengthen their defence following the opening day loss to Crystal

straight to your inboxHere are the Manchester United evening headlines for Thursday, September 24.RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano has admitted he held talks with “certain clubs” amid speculation linking him with a move to Manchester United.The 21-year-old is in-demand after his performances in the Bundesliga and Champions League last season.And United are one of several clubs reportedly interested in signing him.“For the moment I am with Leipzig but it is true that I was able to discuss with

Sign up here - it only takes a few seconds.“Where it can, we will expect the top tiers of professional sport to look at ways in which it can support itself with government focussing on those most in need.”MP Damian Collins subsequently pressed Huddleston on what could be done to help prevent EFL clubs from going out of business.Huddleston said he had asked governing bodies to provide information of any clubs under imminent financial threat.Get the latest breaking Man City news and analysis every

a curfew would be the 'nail in the coffin' for Manchester pubs.

@locksmanchester has revealed a Manchester edition so you can see how typically Manc you are. The Manc edition:Here are the TikTok user's 10 statements.Start with two open hands.

A 10pm curfew would be the 'nail in the coffin' for pubs and bars in Greater Manchester, operators have warned.Hospitality businesses are bracing for the opening time limit to be introduced across the region, as similar restrictions come into force elsewhere in England.As well as being a further blow to already financially stricken sector, industry leaders fear it will only shift the problem elsewhere, leading to more day drinking, house parties and large crowds leaving venues at the same

New Year's Eve celebrations this year have been cancelled in London, while Manchester's event is 'under review', it has been confirmed.Coun Pat Karney, spokesman for Manchester city centre, said celebrations are 'highly unlikely' to go ahead in the current climate.The news that London's event will no longer go ahead due to the coronavirus pandemic was confirmed by the capital's mayor Sadiq Khan on Friday.He said he was working on something that “people can enjoy in the comfort and safety of