Manchester news on Friday, October 30, 2026

In Manchester on Friday, October 30, 2026: Motorway closed; Chelsea-United tonight; weekend protests. Also: Greater Manchester motorway closed due to incident; check travel plans; Extra police powers in place for planned protests this weekend in Manchester. Weather: Partly cloudy with rain holding off, 7-12°C and breezy winds up to 15 km/h.

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Headlines

Greater Manchester motorway closed due to incident; check travel plans.Facebook · Oct 30, 12:51 PM

News & local government

Jet2 flight to Manchester diverted after emergency declared; all passengers safe.The Bury Times · Oct 30, 3:26 PM
Items stolen from Manchester United Munich air disaster memorial; police investigating.BBC · Oct 30, 8:54 AM

Safety & emergencies

Extra police powers in place for planned protests this weekend in Manchester.ITVX · Oct 30, 1:39 PM

Sports

Chelsea vs Manchester United Premier League match tonight; team news confirmed.Chelsea Football Club · Oct 30, 10:00 AM

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