Greater Manchester coronavirus rules 'illogical', mayor says

Greater Manchester coronavirus rules 'illogical', mayor says Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has blasted the easing of coronavirus restrictions in parts of northern England as "completely illogical".

Measures were lifted overnight in Bolton, Stockport and Trafford despite concerns from some local councils. BBC News

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