concerns remain about lifting restrictions in Wigan, where the infection rate remains the lowest in Greater Manchester. The letter to Mr Hancock also cautions against the reopening of venues like casinos, bowling alleys and ice rinks while showing support for the return of close contact services in the beauty industry.A decision on the possible extension of the stricter rules, which are reviewed on a weekly basis by the government, is expected later today.Speaking at a press conference on Thursday Mr Burnham said: “It’s a challenging situation we’re looking at across Greater Manchester.“It shows that the government was right to suggest two weeks ago further restrictions on social gatherings in the home and we supported that, and continue to.
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