Cut through the noise by getting the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox Coronavirus infection rates are falling in every borough across Greater Manchester.
It's the first time everywhere across the conurbation has seen a drop in cases week-on-week in months. Infection rates had been increasing at alarming rates in recent weeks, but the picture now seems to be taking a more positive turn. Read more:Scientists' warning over 'killer heatwave' However, it is important to note that these figures, which are from the week ending July 22, are unlikely to take into account the effect of 'freedom day.' All restrictions were lifted on July 19, and it is predicted that rates are likely go back up in the coming weeks.