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Tony Lloyd MP has announced he will stand for election as police commissioner.

Veteran Manchester Central MP Tony Lloyd to stand for election as Greater Manchester’s first police commissioner

Veteran MP Tony Lloyd has confirmed he will stand for election as Greater Manchester’s first police commissioner.

The M.E.N revealed last week that Mr Lloyd, one of the region’s most senior Labour politicians, was tipped to announce his candidacy for the job.

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Motorcyclist from Bolton who nearly bled to death after road smash searches for passing doctor who saved his life

A motorcyclist whose life was saved by the quick-thinking actions of a passing doctor is trying to track down the heroic medic to thank him in person. Colin Withers suffered serious injuries when he was hit by a car from behind while he was on his motorbike.

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Jailed: Homeless man who tried to steal cable from 130ft pylon in Middleton

A homeless drug addict who risked death by taking cable from a 130ft electricity pylon has been jailed for three years. Desmond Brady, 43, was part of a gang that tried to steal wire carrying a lethal 275,000 volts.

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CVS boosts staff numbers

Ambitious business rates specialist CVS is on a hiring spree which has seen it recruit more than 50 staff in the past three months with plans to add a further 45 over the rest of the year, boss Mark Rigby said today.

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Poacher turned gamekeeper: Ex-burglar from Bolton on the streets helping police to cut down on theft

A convicted burglar has turned his back on a life of crime to help police make homes safer. Reformed drug addict Jason Nice, 34, has spent more than 10 years behind bars after being convicted over theft and drug offences.

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More pain on the way: Manchester council planning further cuts of £80m

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Deaf mute girl allegedly kept in a cellar in Eccles was raped and treated as slave, court told

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Video: Ban for football fan who hurled racist abuse at Liverpool's Glen Johnson at Etihad Stadium

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Fallowfield drunk caught out impersonating a traffic officer – after he flagged down a police car

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Manchester council lines up Jamie Oliver for new children's healthy eating drive

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Youths arrested over death of Oldham gran Nellie Geraghty are eliminated from inquiry

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Pick of the day: Five must-read stories on the Manchester Evening News website

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Cruel thieves' raid on Wythenshawe stables robs disabled kids of their riding lessons

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Woman who tried to hide body of her dead baby in Bury garden faces jail

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Whitney Houston: I’m either my best friend or my worst enemy

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Manchester United fanzine Red Issue hits back after police confiscate copies in 'offensive' Ku Klux Klan poster row

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Salford asylum-seeker facing deportation to Gambia after five-year battle to stay in UK

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Wigan's Haigh Hall live concerts axed - because of Stone Roses' Heaton Park comeback gigs

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Headteacher returns to her post at Bridgewater School after quitting over governor payments

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Plan for Oldham school staffed by soldiers on course

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Immigration desk staff at Manchester Airport ‘facing shift-change chaos’, boss claims

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Mother's tribute as teenage son is found dead in Rawtenstall street

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Four revellers treated in hospital 'after taking ecstasy tablets at Sankeys nightclub'

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Osborne’s hopes for north west manufacturing

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Let's all move on: Manchester United thank Liverpool FC after Suarez and Dalglish apologise for Evra handshake snub

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Video and pictures: Silence is golden as The Artist dominates at the Baftas

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Hundreds audition at Manchester Central for series 13 of Big Brother

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Meryl Streep picked up a Best Actress Bafta for The Iron Lady, but The Artist was the big winner on the night
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James Milner backs 'unbelievable' Joe Hart for England captaincy

Joe Hart has been backed to become the next England captain by two of his Manchester City team-mates. James Milner says that the goalkeeper has been "unbelievable" for the Blues this season.

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No FA action over Old Trafford clash between Manchester United and Liverpool

Liverpool and Manchester United will not face disciplinary action from the Football Association over the scenes at Old Trafford that followed Luis Suarez's refusal to shake Patrice Evra's hand.

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Directly elected mayors in Greater Manchester: A chance to give your view

MEN Media today launches a major survey to find out what YOU think about directly elected mayors. Do you think mayors are a good idea? What powers do you think they should have?

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Half-term fun

Your guide to half-term activities and events for all the family
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Farewell to Rosie Webster

We talk to Helen Flanagan about leaving Coronation Street after 12 years, and what the future holds for her
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Housing market boosted as buyers look to beat the stamp-duty holiday

Optimism over housing market activity in the north west is rising as an increasing number of first-time buyers look to beat the stamp duty holiday, figures showed today.

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Jamie's Mancunian

Take a peek inside Jamie Oliver's new restaurant on King Street, Manchester
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With more than 40 stands offering a wide range of therapies, healers, workshops and retailers, there will be something for everyone at the Mind, Body and Spirit Event at Stockport’s Masonic Hall.

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