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• Who is on the BBC Question Time panel and candidates in Makerfield by-election

  04-06-2026 22:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A special episode focusing on the election is to be broadcast on the BBC on Thursday (June 4)
  
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• Reform's Robert Kenyon says 'I have nothing but respect for women' as he denies being sexist

  04-06-2026 23:03 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The plumber said he 'won’t accept' being labelled as sexist during BBC's Question Time
  
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• Smoke smothers street after huge waste fire erupts in Bury

  04-06-2026 22:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The fire broke out in the back yard of a property
  
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• Makerfield by-election LIVE as candidates appear on BBC Question Time

  04-06-2026 22:21 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Andy Burnham is one of 14 candidates hoping to become MP in the upcoming by-election
  
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• Andy Burnham says he would run in leadership bid against Starmer if he wins Makerfield by-election during BBC Question Time

  04-06-2026 22:06 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Greater Manchester Mayor would use the upcoming by-election to return to Westminster
  
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• Family of Michael Mosley share 'bittersweet' news two year's on from much-loved TV doctor's death

  04-06-2026 22:04 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The 2024 tragedy was a huge shock to fans across the UK
  
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• Argos 'beautiful for bedside table' brass lamp drops to 26p from £22 in clever deal stack

  04-06-2026 21:17 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "Really pleased with this lamp. Looks very nice. A nice glow for the bedroom without it being to bright. No trailing leads which is good."
  
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• She saw her dead dog on Facebook after 'taking matters into her own hands'

  04-06-2026 21:04 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Michelle Moran 'knew she shouldn't have done it'
  
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• Paedophile caught with 1,000 child porn images spared jail after words to judge

  04-06-2026 21:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Lucy Dean used the dark web and encryption apps to access the material over a two-year period
  
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• Keir Starmer 'profoundly humbled' as he meets Henry Nowak's family

  04-06-2026 20:48 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It comes as he promised to take 'whatever action is required to right the wrongs in this case' after violent protests were held
  
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• Makerfield by-election LIVE as candidates to appear on BBC Question Time

  04-06-2026 20:38 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Andy Burnham is one of 14 candidates hoping to become MP in the upcoming by-election
  
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• We spent three hours walking around Hindley and couldn’t find a single woman voting Reform

  04-06-2026 19:40 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'There's no way I can go for someone that holds those opinions, and it saddens me that any woman would'
  
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• Morrisons launches £15 fish and chip afternoon tea for two

  04-06-2026 19:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The supermarket has launched the offer to celebrate National Fish and Chip Day on June 5
  
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• Britain's only female Royal Navy commando among three killed in helicopter crash as victims named

  04-06-2026 19:05 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'She took every opportunity to push her limits, achieve more, and bring out the best in those around her'
  
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• Roman's 'slimming' £21 summer top is the perfect everyday staple with jeans or shorts

  04-06-2026 19:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Roman's slimming summer top can be thrown on with jeans or shorts
  
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• GMCA’s legal battle over £140m loans is back in court next week

  04-06-2026 19:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It followed a case last year which went in the GMCA's favour.
  
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• Government issues statement on heatwave 'challenges' amid school exam season

  04-06-2026 18:58 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Temperatures soared to 35C last month and more hot weather is likely over the summer months
  
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• Update issued on progress of Martyn's Law as 'critical reminder' shows why change is needed

  04-06-2026 18:47 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  An update has been issued on the progress of Martyn's Law, as the Glade of Light memorial serves as a 'critical reminder' why change is needed
  
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• Andy Burnham to answer big questions from Makerfield constituents on Reddit

  04-06-2026 18:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Labour's candidate for the Makerfield by-election will host an 'Ask Me Anything' Q&A on Reddit
  
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• Hugs, Oasis, jokes about the school run: Inside Princess Kate's visit to the Christie

  04-06-2026 18:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  “During treatment I didn’t have the ability to read, or focus, or anything"
  
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• Officers make disturbing discovery after car stopped on M6

  04-06-2026 18:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A man and a woman were arrested after 40 blades, including huge zombie knives, were found inside the vehicle
  
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• Footballer told friend 'somebody is going to die' before boarding flight to Manchester Airport, trial hears

  04-06-2026 18:03 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Johannes Kongsnes Natland is alleged to have travelled to Manchester Airport with the plan to 'undertake a hit' in exchange for money
  
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• Tesco and Asda set for higher Stockport charges to help raise £3m for town

  04-06-2026 17:45 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The changes could see more than £3m raised.
  
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• Manchester City's immersive entertainment venue set to be approved

  04-06-2026 17:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Councillors will make a decision on the plans.
  
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• Marks & Spencer shoppers 'gutted' as popular service axed from stores

  04-06-2026 17:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Shoppers were "sad to hear" the news
  
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• The Mancunian Way: Mr Salmon - a true gentleman

  04-06-2026 17:34 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  PLUS A street divided AND The south Manchester gem for MCM fans
  
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• Knife-wielding robbers jailed for 'terrifying' raids of four shops in four days

  04-06-2026 17:22 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The pair struck over a four-day period in Preston and Chorley
  
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• Stacey Dooley's three new powerful documentaries including one filmed in Stockport confirmed

  04-06-2026 17:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The documentary maker and TV star is set to look at timely issues that are facing the UK today
  
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• Huge knife found after teenager seen 'behaving suspiciously' on bike in south Manchester

  04-06-2026 17:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A 15-year-old has been arrested
  
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• Huge knife found after man seen 'behaving suspiciously' on bike in south Manchester

  04-06-2026 17:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A 25-year-old has been arrested
  
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