The wall of silence around the murder of two men in Manchester

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

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 inbox Lyon manager Rudi Garcia joked that star midfielder Houssem Aouar will only be up for sale if they win the Champions League, as the player himself distanced himself from links with Manchester City.Aouar, 21, is no stranger to City, after impressing against the Blues in last season's group stage. Lyon took four points from City, prompting Pep Guardiola to say: "Houssem Aouar is a very good player.

straight to your inboxThe agent of Alex Meret has played down the suggestion of a transfer to Manchester United this summer by admitting the Napoli goalkeeper is keen on a loan move instead.ESPN reported last week Meret is being monitored by United as they look for a new back-up goalkeeper in case either David de Gea or Dean Henderson leaves the club.The 23-year-old has impressed during his season with Napoli but is reportedly the subject of interest from a number of top European clubs in the

Wigan Parish Church on August 6.

Manchester magistrates' court this morning (August 14).He spoke only to confirm his name, address and date of birth.The teen, from Whiston in Merseyside, is charged with one offence of murder of Steven James McMyler, dating back to August 6 this year.No pleas were entered.Shortly before 7.50pm on August 6 2020, police received reports of concern for a man outside the church on Bishopgate, Wigan.Steven McMyler died at the scene.No bail application was made in respect of the boy.The case was

MEN Sport understands he is of interest to United, though not a priority target. Edwin van der Sar said in June: "It’s clear that clubs like Real Madrid and United are showing interest in Donny van de Beek," but the MEN understands United are prioritising moves for Borussia Dortmund forward Jadon Sancho and Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish.Van de Beek saw influential former Ajax teammates Frenkie de Jong and Matthijs de Ligt leave for Barcelona and Juventus respectively last summer.

* In light of Covid-19, please check with individual restaurants to make sure they are open before you visit. Opening times may have changed and there could be restrictions in place. It is likely that the number of children allowed to play at any one time will be limited.Less than a mile from the main terminals at Manchester Airport this is the perfect place for your kids to be entertained.They can watch the planes take off from the pub's large play area, which includes a giant climbing frame

straight to your inboxManchester United fans aren't concerned by Jadon Sancho's comments following Borussia Dortmund's friendly win on Wednesday.Sancho remains a priority transfer target for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer but United have been unwilling to meet Dortmund's asking price thus far.The England international joined up with the Bundesliga side earlier this week for their pre-season training camp in Switzerland and started the club's friendly win against Altach alongside Jude Bellingham.Sancho

straight to your inbox Jadon Sancho insists he is happy at Borussia Dortmund amid interest from Manchester United this summer. Sancho, 20, is a priority target for United who are yet to meet Dortmund's valuation of their star players.

Manchester United have not given up hope of signing Jadon Sancho despite Borussia Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc insisting the England international will still be with the German club for the 2020/21 season.

summer holidays don't come cheap, so for many, trips out aren't always affordable.That's why these places are proving so popular - because they don't have to cost you a penny.Our Manchester Family has been taking a look at three farms that families can visit for free.The little known Applecast is on the outskirts of Wigan and there are loads of animals for families to see and feed.The venue is home to goats, pigs, sheep, horses, alpacas and a whole lot more.

Manchester United. The Chilean has brought to an end a disastrous two and a half years at Old Trafford, the last of which was spent on loan at Inter, with Antonio Conte's side snapping him up on a three-year deal.

straight to your inboxFormer Manchester United midfielder Angel Gomes has finally broken his silence on his departure from the club, more than a month on from his exit.Gomes opted to leave the club he joined when he was just six years old when his contract expired at the end of June due to concerns over his pathway into the first team.

despite Greater Manchester's rising infection rates.The Prime Minister has said that shielding will still end this weekend despite the local lockdown - for everyone except those in Blackburn or Darwen and other high risk areas of the country. But people in Greater Manchester who have been shielding told the Manchester Evening News they would either continue as they were - or venture out reluctantly only because they no longer have the Government's protection and have to go to work.