The massive new projects in Manchester to look forward to after lockdown ends

straight to your inbox every day for freeAnthony Martial and Luke Shaw are both recovering well and should be available for Manchester United selection soon. That has been revealed by United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, after both players missed the 3-2 victory at Southampton on Sunday.

all non-essential shops will be allowed to reopen.

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

From boutique boltholes like King Street Townhouse and Cow Hollow to the five-star luxury of the Stock Exchange, Manchester isn't short of options when it comes to hotels.And now another new name has joined them - this time at the budget end of the scale.The city's first Hampton by Hilton - a more affordable offshoot of the brand behind Beetham Tower's main Hilton hotel - is now open.Located in the regeneration hotspot of New Cross - on the edge of the NOMA neighbourhood, and a stone's throw

From December 2 more than 20 million people face tougher tiered restrictions.When the national lockdown ends next Wednesday, England will revert back to the tiered system first introduced in October.However, it has been "strengthened" and Boris Johnson described it as "tougher" as the UK still battles the coronavirus pandemic.Health secretary Matt Hancock announced on Thursday (November 26) which areas would be placed in which tier.Greater Manchester will be placed in Tier 3, the 'Very High

Bolton Wanderers, Wigan Athletic and Salford City will continue to play games behind closed doors without fans in attendance. But should the restrictions be relaxed across Greater Manchester, then fans across the region will be permitted to return to their respective stadiums.

Andy Burnham says it is ‘more likely than not’ that Greater Manchester will be put into the highest tier of coronavirus restrictions despite falling infection rates.The mayor is expecting that the new measures, due to be shared with leaders tomorrow, will be applied consistently across the city-region.But the government has been urged to look at Greater Manchester’s position in two weeks when the first review of the revised arrangements takes place.There are widely-held expectations that almost

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

hereNorthern are conveying passengers between Manchester Piccadilly and Leeds in both directions until further notice, Avanti West Coast said.The operator said the following trains have been cancelled:11:40 London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly, due 13:4611:55 Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston, due 14:0612:20 London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly, due 14:3512:40 London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly, due 14:4612:55 Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston, due 15:07No further details have

according to the M.E.N’s analysis of yesterday’s figures, with some dropping by more than a third in that time. Trafford's have seen a particularly substantial reduction, having almost halved since October 23.

A tougher tier system is reportedly set to be brought in when the national restrictions, with more areas expected to be placed in the highest tiers and under the strictest measures.

Manchester Evening News  takes  a look back at cases where people who boarded a plane at a time when we all deserve a holiday - but then decided to ruin it for the rest of the passengers. John Evans, 29, was thrown off a flight to Iceland after police received reports of four men fighting on board.

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, freeManchester United midfielder Fred believes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will need all his players over a hectic period of fixtures in the next month.Fred and Scott McTominay came into the United side earlier this season and brought solidity to Solskjaer's midfield.

Andy Burnham has warned against the introduction of ‘permanent’ coronavirus restrictions once the national lockdown ends.The mayor of Greater Manchester says talks are underway between local leaders and the government about what will happen after December 2.Changes to the national tiered system of restrictions were being considered according to Mr Burnham, though he admitted that it was likely that the city-region would remain in Tier 3.In their decision-making the government has been urged to

straight to your inbox every day, freeManchester United asked England not to select Mason Greenwood for Under-21s duty this month as he needs rest due to a series of minor injuries and personal problems. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Gareth Southgate discussed Greenwood before the England boss named his squad last week.

coronavirus.Every day the NHS in England gives an update on Covid-19 related fatalities at hospital trusts across the country.These are cases where a patient has tested positive or where Covid-19 is mentioned on their death certificate.On Tuesday, hospitals in Greater Manchester recorded 64 deaths - the highest daily number since the peak of the first wave in AprilIt took the region's death toll over a grim landmark of over 3,000 for the first time.The Covid-19 hospital death toll in Greater

straight to your inbox every day, freeHere are your Manchester United headlines for the evening of Wednesday, November 11.Manchester United’s deadline day signing Alex Telles is expected to have a key role to play in the coming weeks following the news of fellow left-back Luke Shaw’s injury.Shaw is set to be out for the next month after sustaining a hamstring injury in the recent 3-1 victory over Everton, with Telles expected to feature in his absence.The 27-year-old Brazilian is yet to feature

coronavirus.Every day the NHS in England gives an update on Covid-19 related fatalities at hospital trusts across the country.These are cases where a patient has tested positive or where Covid-19 is mentioned on their death certificate.Today (Wednesday) the NHS said a further 53 deaths had been recorded the region's hospital trusts, again one of the highest recorded in recent weeks.

straight to your inbox every day, freeAndy Cole has given his backing to under-fire Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.Solskjaer 's future in the role has come under the spotlight following United 's up-and-down start to the 2020-21 season. The pressure was eased somewhat by a much-needed 3-1 win at Everton on Saturday, though Mauricio Pochettino was approached before the trip to Goodison Park over the possibility of taking the United job.