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A mum and grandma believed she only had pins and needles before being told by doctors that her worsening symptoms would go back to normal, says her son. Now, she is waiting for a diagnosis that will likely be life changing.

Vulnerable, elderly patients waiting more than a day for a bed; patients at the end of their lives dying in A&E while they’re waiting for a bed to pass away in dignity; and an estimated ‘2,000 excess deaths in November’ alone.

Labour leader Keir Starmer has set out what he would do for Greater Manchester if he becomes Prime Minister. In a wide-ranging interview with the Manchester Evening News, Sir Keir spoke about transport, housing and devolution as well as the conflict in the Middle East.

'Martyn's Law' counter-terrorism legislation 'must press ahead', campaigner Figen Murray said today as she criticised the findings of a now-published Home Affairs Committee report. The committee of MPs said the draft anti-terror Bill 'could place small businesses and voluntary organisations at risk of closure but fail to make a difference to public safety'.

The Government today published a new counter-terrorism Bill in draft known as Martyn's Law after Martyn Hett, who died in the Manchester Arena bombing atrocity. The publication marks a landmark moment for his mum, Figen Murray, and many of her supporters who have long campaigned for legislation to protect the public in Martyn's name.

Figen Murray, the mother of Manchester Arena attack victim Martyn Hett, has called on big music venues to add a 50p tax to tickets to improve security.

Draft legislation for 'Martyn's Law' will be published by the Government within months followed by the introduction of a Bill to the House of Commons, the Home Secretary has said.

The stepfather of Martyn Hett has said he was 'shocked' by the lack of timely mental health support after the Manchester Arena bombing. Dr Stuart Murray claimed people caught up in such atrocities aren't getting the help they need soon enough.

Tributes were paid to the 'unique and special' lives lost in the Manchester Arena bombing as evidence at the public inquiry into the atrocity drew to a close.

More than 200 city centre venues have taken part in counter-terror training as part of their commitment to 'Martyn's Law'.

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direct to your inboxThe mum of Manchester Arena bombing victim Martyn Hett has opened up on the pain of dealing with Mother's Day - four years after she lost her son in the tragedy.Figen Murray said although she has a memory box full of cards Martyn sent over the years, it is a 'struggle' to look at them.Martyn, from Stockport, was among the 22 lives lost when Salman Abedi detonated his suicide bomb in the foyer of the Arena in 2017.He was 29.Figen has since campaigned tirelessly for a new law to require venues to have better security measures and preparedness for terror attacks. A national consultation for the proposals is currently underway.

direct to your inboxToday is International Women’s Day, a chance to celebrate the fantastic women who inspire us and make a difference.It is also an opportunity to increase visibility of women and raise awareness of inequality. To mark the occasion, we have pulled together 100 uplifting, powerful and inspirational stories of women across the UK and Ireland, from writers across our network at Reach Plc.

direct to your inboxA national consultation over proposed new counter-terrorism legislation was being launched today after a campaign in memory of Manchester Arena bomb victim Martyn Hett.Maryn's mother, Figen Murray, hailed the breakthrough as a 'major stride towards making our country safer' - and saving lives.

direct to your inboxPublic consultation on proposed new 'Martyn's Law' counter-terrorism legislation to protect the public will start in February, it's been confirmed. The development, which follows months of delay, has been welcomed by Figen Murray, the campaigning mother of Manchester Arena bombing victim Martyn Hett.

direct to your inboxA senior Manchester Arena boss has issued a public apology to the mother of one of the 22 victims of the 2017 bombing atrocity.Two policing experts, meanwhile, have outlined to the public inquiry into the attack a series of criticisms they have found relating to security in place on the night.John Sharkey met with Figen Murray, Martyn Hett's mother, on December 8, 2017, seven months after the bombing.At the meeting, arranged by the mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, Mrs Murray wanted answers to questions relating to security within the City Room at the time, the inquiry heard.Suicide bomber Salman Abedi hid there on a mezzanine level for almost an hour in a CCTV black spot before he detonated a device he was

'Martyn's Law', launched by Figen Murray, mother of victim Martyn Hett.Sir John had heard counter-terror measures were not 'traditionally' assessed in applications for public venue licences.

Hashem Abedi is currently starting a minimum 55 year prison term after being found guilty of 22 murders. It was the longest tariff ever handed down in a British courtroom, and prosecution lawyers later admitted Justice Jeremy Baker had 'considerably' exceeded their expectations.Abedi's crimes were undoubtedly of the most evil imaginable, targeting a pop concert mostly attended by children and young people.But for those present in the courtroom, Justice Baker may also have been swayed by the powerful testimony of relatives who stood up to give victim impact statements.

Plans for 'Martyn's Law' to better protect the public from terror attacks in crowded areas like bars and restaurants have been put on hold due to coronavirus.