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Mayweather vs Gotti III: ‘Money’ fires ref during fight, lauds Chavez

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Mayweather vs Gotti III: ‘Money’ fires ref during fight, lauds Chavez

Boxing great Floyd Mayweather fired the fight referee during a routine win over John Gotti III in their rematch in Mexico City.

Five-weight champion Mayweather was clearly unhappy about being warned over punching to the back of the head during the second round of the exhibition bout, reacting with a demand that was met for the official to be replaced.

The incident was perhaps the only surprise during Mayweather’s latest uneventful novelty scrap.

Mayweather vs Gotti result

As was the case for many of Mayweather’s 50 opponents during his professional career, Gotti had few answers for the American’s jab and speed during the eight rounds of two minutes each.

Mayweather had also toyed with Gotti throughout the first fight between the pair in June 2023.

Tensions had been boiling before that showdown, spilling over into mass brawls when the fight was waved off in the sixth.

Mayweather had said he was looking to “vanquish” Gotti, who has two wins from two as a professional and is the grandson of notorious mob boss John Gotti.

Mayweather: Chavez ‘a legend’

Speaking after his win, 47-year-old Mayweather again downplayed the prospect of an exhibition against three-weight champion Julio Cesar Chavez.

The 62-year-old Mexican last competed when he took part in an exhibition fight in July 2015.

“He’s a legend,” said Mayweather, calling Chavez “one of the guys who paved the way for me”.

“An unbelievable fighter. He beat my uncle, Roger, twice. I take my hat off to him.

“He’s one of the legends I look up to. He’s done so much for the sport of boxing and for all of the Mexican fighters after him.”

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England vs Sri Lanka: Pope praises ‘greedy’ Root after first Test

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England vs Sri Lanka: Pope praises ‘greedy’ Root after first Test

Joe Root inspired a “sense of calmness” in England before scoring an unbeaten 62 to help defeat Sri Lanka in the first Test, captain Ollie Pope has said.

At 70-3 on the fourth day at Old Trafford, England’s prospects of reaching the required 205 to move ahead in the three-Test series looked uncertain, Kamindu Mendis posting 113 and Dinesh Chandimal 79 for the visitors.

Root and Harry Brook hit 49 for the fourth wicket, while Jamie Smith contributed 39 from 48 balls as part of a five-wicket win.

Sri Lanka vs England: Root ‘calmness’

“He’s a greedy Yorkshireman, isn’t he?” joked Pope, who is England’s stand-in skipper for the injured Ben Stokes, speaking to Sky Sports Cricket about Root.

“So everyone likes it when he’s walking out to the crease. There was a sense of calmness when he was in to bat. Everyone had a sense of confidence that he was going to take it home.”

Mendis and Chandimal had added 117 for Sri Lanka’s seventh wicket in the morning, but England took the final four wickets for 19 runs with the help of the second new ball.

Pope: England ‘cashed in’

Pope praised Gus Atkinson and Chris Woakes in England’s attack, saying his bowlers had “led from the front”.

“It was the kind of pitch that suited the new ball,” he observed. “We knew that once it got past 15-to-20 overs, we could really cash in.

“I enjoyed it in the field, reading the game and trying to find different ways of taking 20 wickets on a pitch that, once you got past 15 or 20 overs, was pretty tough to bowl on.

“We really enjoyed it. The first day was more taxing than I expected but that was always going to be the case.”

Jamie Smith ‘honoured’

Smith, who was named Player of the Match for his century in England’s first innings, described the action as “slightly attritional at times”.

“Rooty anchored the innings nicely and allowed people to go and play around him,” added the 24-year-old.

“It’s a really enjoyable team to be a part of. There’s a lot of learning to be taken and there are a lot of experiences to come. To be out there and representing your country is a great honour.”

The second Test at Lord’s starts at 11am BST on Thursday.

Brighton 2-1 Manchester United: Pedro delighted to show Seagulls’ power

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Brighton 2-1 Manchester United: Pedro delighted to show Seagulls’ power

Brighton match-winner Joao Pedro says he was happy to show the power of the Seagulls as they beat Manchester United 2-1 on the South Coast.

Fabian Hurzeler’s side took the lead through Danny Welbeck early on, who netted his 100th career goal, but were pegged back by Amad Diallo’s second-half equaliser.

The Red Devils had two goals ruled out. Firstly after Marcus Rashford appeared to have scored, but was judged to be offside, and again when Alejandro Garnacho netted, but it was ruled out as it touched Joshua Zirkzee on the way through.

United’s misfortune was then compounded by further misery as Pedro headed home in added time to snatch all the points for his side.

And the Brazilian was delighted at how his team performed in a rainy and end-to-end match.

Speaking to TNT Sports, he said: “First I’m very happy for the win. I think this goal at the end shows how much we wanted to win the game, first game at home against a big team.

“I cannot feel better than today. I think the team did well and now we need to rest because we have another big game next weekend.

“I think the fans know the power of the team so they always expect a great game against big teams and today we won so I think everyone is happy and we need to enjoy.

“Like the gaffer said to us, we need to believe in ourselves, we know they are United, a big club, but I think everyone wants to show our power.

“I think this is what motivates us to fight against a big team and you never know. Now we need to think about the next game, another big team.”

“I think he’s a very good person, he always tries to push us to believe in ourselves, to keep it going.

“I think it was another big game for us, another three points and this is what he wants: to fight, push, until the end.”

Brighton’s win sends them top on a temporary basis ahead of the rest of the weekend’s matches.

But for United, it raises more questions around Erik ten Hag as he failed to deliver after only just squeezing by Fulham on the opening night.

England v Sri Lanka First Test: Hosts hope for help from weather to close out victory

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England v Sri Lanka First Test: Hosts hope for help from weather to close out victory

England took a giant stride towards victory in the first Test against Sri Lanka at Old Trafford on an extended third day of action.

The Tourists closed day three on 204-6 in their second innings, leading by just 82 runs, after a day which saw Jamie Smith become England’s youngest wicketkeeper centurion in just his fifth Test innings.

The gloveman posted 111 and shared a stand of 66 with Surrey clubmate Gus Atkinson, before some late fireworks with the bat from Mark Wood and Matty Potts steered England to a total of 358, a lead of 122 on first innings.

The predicament might have been worse for the visitors as a flurry of early wickets, and the loss of Dinesh Chandimal after being struck on the thumb by a fired-up Wood, left them effectively 95-5 on the third afternoon.

However veteran Angelo Mathews dug in during an extended final session, making 65 in a partnership of 78 with Kamindu Mendis, to steady the ship.

Chandimal returned in the gloaming after hospital scans showed no signs of a fracture, and was unbeaten on 20 overnight with Kamindu Mendis on 56 not out at the other end, while Chris Woakes has figures of 3-32 and Potts saw a couple of chances put down off his bowling.

After a weather-hit first two days, England will be hopeful of the dismal weekend forecast affording them enough opportunity to seal victory and avoid the same fate as last summer’s Ashes Test on the same ground where the final two days were washed out, denying them the chance of victory.

They will also be hopeful of good news on Wood, who limped off midway through an over late on.

QI Group’s Diverse Ventures and Core Business Operations

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QI Group’s Diverse Ventures and Core Business Operations

To understand what the QI Group does, one must understand its origins. The QI Group, founded by Vijay Eswaran and Joseph Bismark in 1998, is a global conglomerate. Headquartered in Hong Kong and with a regional green-certified operational hub in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, the QI Group operates across various sectors and is committed to innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility.

Eswaran and Bismark brought unique perspectives that shaped the company’s core philosophy and business model. Eswaran, an economist influenced by Gandhian principles, and Bismark, with his spiritual and entrepreneurial background, laid the foundation for a company built on the principle of RYTHM — “Raise Yourself To Help Mankind.” This philosophy emphasizes self-empowerment and social responsibility, guiding the company’s operations and initiatives.

“It may sound like a catchy buzzword, but to us, RYTHM is interwoven into the fabric of the organization. In its simplest form, it means empowering yourself before you can help someone else,” said Eswaran. “And this philosophy has held us in good stead for over two decades because it is the driving force of everything we do and how we grew from a small Asian startup born at the height of the economic crisis in the region to a global multinational that today runs more than 10 businesses and employs over 2,000 people around the world.”

What Does the QI Group Do?

To answer the question of what does the QI Group do: The QI Group engages in strategic investments in wellness & lifestyle, education, travel & leisure, luxury goods and retail. Through its investment division, QI Capital, the QI Group invests in diverse portfolio companies based in Malaysia, Sri Lanka, India, Hong Kong, New Zealand, the U.K., and the USA. Its investments cover sectors such as financial services, education, telecommunications, Swiss watchmaking, natural food retail, hospitality management, and an online marketplace.

This approach allowed the company to scale rapidly across Asia and beyond. Its oldest business is the direct selling arm, which serves millions of customers and thousands of distributors in nearly 100 countries. The platform facilitates the sale of wellness, home and living, health, personal care, beauty, and technology products, generating substantial revenue.

The QI Group has invested significantly in the travel and leisure sector, including the Prana Resorts and Spa operation in Thailand. These resorts cater to the wellness market, offering luxurious vacation experiences and contributing to the company’s revenue stream.

In Sri Lanka, the hotels managed by Asia Leisure, QI Group’s hospitality investment arm, are nestled within lush forests and feature their own organic farms, making them self-sustaining. These properties include Habitat Kosgoda, a tranquil seaside retreat surrounded by trees. Tamarind Hill in Galle is a historic manor house, while other options include The River House in Balapitiya, which offers an artistic haven along the Madhu Ganga River, and Taprobana in Wadduwa, an avant-garde beachfront resort.

All four hotels boast an average rating of over four stars on Google and Tripadvisor, with guests frequently praising the attentive and caring staff.

Located in Kaleiçi, Turkey — also known as Old Antalya — Dögan Hotel is a 41-room conservation boutique hotel the QI Group acquired in 2011. Dögan Hotel consists of four historic houses that have been tastefully renovated to preserve their centuries-old Turkish architecture while catering to the needs of modern travelers.

Investment in Education

In addition to its primary business ventures, the QI Group has made strategic investments in financial services. Education is a cornerstone of the QI Group’s mission. Quest International University in Malaysia exemplifies the company’s commitment to providing quality and affordable education. QIU aims to foster a culture of curiosity, innovation, and environmental consciousness. With a diverse student body of approximately 7,000 learners from nearly 50 countries, QIU offers programs across various faculties, preparing students for global challenges and leadership roles.

The company partnered with a leading Malaysian bank to raise funds for the expansion of  QIU’s new campus with a $21.48 million (approximately 100 million Malaysian ringgits) Sukuk Ijarah program, a type of Islamic financing in which Islamic bonds are issued based on ijarah (leasing) principles. This innovative financing approach highlights the company’s commitment to long-term investment in education. The Sukuk Ijarah program also marks the QI Group’s first entry into Malaysia’s capital markets.

The company’s acquisition of Down To Earth, a health and wellness retail chain in Hawaii, highlights its commitment to sustainability and healthy living. Down To Earth specializes in organic, vegetarian, and natural products, contributing to the company’s mission of promoting environmentally friendly and health-conscious lifestyles. This venture aligns with the QI Group’s values and provides a steady revenue stream.

It also established a significant presence in the luxury market by acquiring the Swiss watch brand Cimier, in the early 2000s. Cimier marked its 100th anniversary in 2024.

The QI Group’s strong foundation in core values and commitment to innovation positions it well for continued growth. Its influence extends beyond business, actively participating in social and cultural projects to create a positive impact in the communities it serves.

Commercial boiler broken down? No problem

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Commercial boiler broken down? No problem

A commercial boiler breakdown can be catastrophic for any business. Sudden loss of heat can disrupt operations, reduce employee productivity and cause damage to property. That’s why it’s so important to have a reliable and efficient repair service. 

Understanding the impact of boiler failure

When your commercial boiler fails, the impacts can be far-reaching: 

Business interruption: A  boiler failure can bring your business to a halt. 

Financial loss: Downtime due to  boiler failure can cause significant financial loss. 

Customer dissatisfaction: Unpleasant working conditions can have a negative impact on customer satisfaction. 

Health and safety risks: In extreme cases,  boiler failure can pose health and safety risks to employees and customers.

Choosing the right repair service 

Choosing the right commercial boiler repair service is important to minimize downtime and get back to normal operation quickly. When making your selection, consider the following factors: 

Experience and expertise: Look for a company with a proven track record of commercial boiler repairs. 

24/7 availability: Emergencies can happen at any time, so it’s important to have a service that offers 24/7 support. 

Fast response times: Fast response times are essential to minimise disruption to your business. 

Qualified technicians: Make sure the business employs Gas Safe registered technicians. 

Full service: A reputable company will offer a wide range of services including repairs, maintenance and installation.

Common boiler problems and their solutions

Common problems with commercial boilers include:

  • No heat: This could be for a variety of reasons, including a faulty thermostat, a clogged pump or lack of fuel.
  • The boiler won’t fire: There could be an issue with the pilot light, gas supply or electrical components that are preventing the boiler from starting.
  • The boiler has a leak: This could be for a variety of reasons, including worn seals, corrosion or a failed pressure relief valve.
  • Unusual noises: Unusual noises coming from your boiler could indicate a variety of issues, from loose components to more serious problems.

If you experience any of these issues,  contact a qualified boiler repair service immediately to prevent further damage.

Preventive maintenance: Your best defence

While emergency repairs are necessary, it is equally important to prevent breakdowns with regular maintenance. Regular boiler maintenance will extend its lifespan, improve its efficiency and reduce the risk of unexpected breakdowns. 

Regular boiler servicing typically includes:

  • Checking for leaks and corrosion
  • Cleaning heat exchangers and burners
  • Inspecting safety controls
  • Testing the boiler’s efficiency

Additional tips for commercial boiler care

  • Regularly bleed radiators: This helps to remove trapped air and improve heat distribution.
  • Check boiler pressure: Ensure the pressure is within the recommended range.
  • Avoid overloading the system: Using multiple appliances simultaneously can strain the boiler.
  • Consider a service contract: Some companies offer maintenance contracts for added peace of mind.

By following these guidelines and partnering with a reliable boiler repair service, you can ensure the continued operation of your business and maintain a comfortable environment for your employees and customers.

 

Manchester Victoria Baths Trust announces new director and special advisor

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Manchester Victoria Baths Trust announces new director and special advisor
To help the venue develop its corporate and private events business, hospitality consultant and leading event management specialist, Liz Taylor, has been selected to serve as a special advisor to the unique heritage events space in Manchester, Victoria Baths.
When it closed for swimming in 1993, The Manchester Victoria Baths Trust was set up by residents and comprises trustees, staff, and volunteers, who manage the building on behalf of Manchester City Council.
Their current focus is to maintain and further develop Victoria Baths as a unique visitor attraction, events space, and community venue, to ensure that the building continues to be discovered and enjoyed by the local community and new audiences.
And this is where Liz Taylor, CEO of Manchester based Taylor Lynn Corporation (TLC) and MD of Liz Taylor Consultancy (LTC), says she can help: “Manchester is a city and region with an eclectic, and exciting collection of venues. From contemporary space to urban warehouse, luxury hotel to vast arenas. There is a wide range of choices including heritage gems such as Victoria Baths.
“I love the fact that amongst Manchester’s renaissance we have been able to retain some of the important historic spaces that helped to shape our city and its people.  Victoria Baths is a prime example. A venue that served its community, and because of that, has a genuine character and atmosphere that you can’t find anywhere else. A truly unique space that I know event planners will see as I do, as an incredible creative opportunity.
“With my knowledge of the event industry, business connections, and understanding of what event organisers need from the space, I hope to support the team in bringing Victoria Baths to a wider audience.”
Suzanne Donovan, vice chair of Victoria Baths Trust said: “We’re so excited to have Liz on board as a Director of the Victoria Baths Trading Company and Special Advisor to the Trust. Victoria Baths is a Manchester landmark, a place to discover, experience, and celebrate. Liz is already bringing new energy and ideas on how we further grow our events business to help fund the careful development of our iconic buildings for the use of current and future generations.”
Opened in 1906, Victoria Baths provided central Manchester’s community with spacious and extensive facilities for swimming, bathing, and leisure activities for 87 years. Now open as an event and community space, it retains many of the period’s decorative features, such as stained glass, tiles, and mosaic floors which the public can view for free on Welcome Wednesdays.
Victoria Baths regularly hosts events such as the Vintage Home Show, the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Show, and The Clothes Cycle, plus it’s a popular wedding venue and filming location.
Liz Taylor is a strong choice to support Victoria Baths, as she brings over 35 years of experience leading the Taylor Lynn Corporation, a top corporate and private event management company. In addition, as MD of Liz Taylor Consultancy, Liz has provided luxury hospitality consultancy to venues such as GG Hospitality’s Hotel Football and Stock Exchange Hotel, Victor’s Restaurants, Hessian Event Catering, Tom Kerridge’s Bull and Bear, Lone Star Boutique Hotel & Suites – Barbados, St Brelade’s Bay Hotel-Jersey, and the Cheshire events venue, Tatton Estates.
Pictured from left: Suzanne Donovan, vice chair of Victoria Baths Trust, and Liz Taylor, director of the Victoria Baths Trading Company and special advisor to the Trust

Best Western Cresta Court Hotel is new official hotel partner of Manchester Storm

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Best Western Cresta Court Hotel is new official hotel partner of Manchester Storm
The Manchester Storm, a leading team in the Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL), is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Best Western Cresta Court Hotel, located in the heart of Altrincham.
This exciting collaboration makes Cresta Court the official hotel partner of the Manchester Storm for the upcoming season.
Ryan Finnerty, general manager of the Manchester Storm, said: “We are delighted to welcome Cresta Court Hotel to the Manchester Storm family once again. This partnership will provide our fans, players, and visiting teams with exceptional hospitality.”
“Once the fast action on the ice is over, what better place to relax, unwind, and relive the victory – puck by puck – than at the Best Western Cresta Court.  I’m thrilled that we can once again deliver a high level of local accommodation and warm hospitality to local and visiting fans. We look forward to the forthcoming season.” said Jacki Beardmore, general manager, of Best Western Cresta Court Hotel.
Fans can expect to see exclusive Cresta Court Hotel promotions and giveaways throughout the season. Stay tuned to the Manchester Storm’s website and social media channels for more information.
Best Western Cresta Court is owned and managed by Vine Hotels, a UK-based hotel management and development company. Located in Altrincham, just a ten-minute walk from Planet Ice, it showcases a blend of contemporary design and relaxed comfort, providing 148 bedrooms including executive and family guestrooms, extensive meeting and event spaces, 181 parking spaces, and free high-speed WI FI, plus the Townfields restaurant, a lounge bar, and a beauty salon, which are also open to non-residents. For bookings and information, visit www.cresta-court.co.uk
Pictured from left: Katie Ridgway (reservations, Cresta Court Hotel), Jacki Beardmore (general manager, Cresta Court Hotel), Mark Noakes (corporate sponsorship manager, Manchester Storm), Fabakary Camara (operations manager, Cresta Court Hotel), and Danielle Dillon (groups & events co-ordinator, Cresta Court Hotel).

Salford Red Devils take on Bus Pull Challenge to help end homelessness

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Salford Red Devils take on Bus Pull Challenge to help end homelessness

Salford Red Devils swapped scrums for pulling buses to help end homelessness across Greater Manchester, raising thousands of pounds in the process.

Their coach, Paul Rowley cheered on a dream team consisting of club colleagues, Krisnan Inu, Andrew Woolfenden, Chris O’Connor and Jack Cairns, with the five made up by the charity’s CEO Fran Darlington-Pollock.

They were challenged with pulling the iconic yellow Bee Network Bus along a 30 metre course at Manchester Central, all whilst raising funds for the Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity (for which Paul Rowley is an ambassador).

It was part of the annual Bus Pull Challenge – a new fixture in the city’s fundraising calendar, which tasks businesses and organisations to team up pull a bus in the fastest possible time.

They joined 48 teams from across Greater Manchester, who all battled it out to become ‘Greater Manchester’s Strongest Team’. The combined efforts saw a total of £26,586 raised so far for the charity, which will go towards helping end homelessness across the city region, including their flagship A Bed Every Night scheme – with more still to be counted.

The Salford Reds set the bar high with their guest appearance, but the winning public team Next Level Networking Founders smashed Resource Solutions’ record with a blistering time of 00:24:088 over the gruelling 30 metre course.

The event follows its inaugural success in 2023, already raising an additional £16,500 over last year’s total, with more set to come in. This year’s edition also included delicious food and drink served up by Manchester Central’s coffee van and Junction, with a portion of the sales going directly to the money raised. Beats from prominent local labels XI Records, Manchester DJs, and charity ambassador Matty White also joined the team for 2024.

The event saw an outpouring of support from the city’s wider business community, with We Are Footprint joining as headline sponsors for the event. Stagecoach and First Group provided the 10,800kg buses on the day, with further support from Go North West and Clear Futures.

Equipment to pull the buses was provided by GM Fire and Rescue, Manchester Breakdown Service, and Lifting and Safety Services.

Andy Burnham, Mayor for Greater Manchester, said: “The Bus Pull event is a perfect example of the generosity and spirit of Greater Manchester, and it was great to see it back.

 “No one should be without a home, and because of the support of so many businesses sponsoring and participating in this fundraiser, Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity are able to fund pioneering work that can make a real change.

 “This is what makes us proud. Thank you to everyone who got involved.”

 The funds raised will all be directed to supporting initiatives like the A Bed Every Night Scheme, which supports people sleeping rough or at risk of doing so. Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity has funded over 78,000 nights of accommodation in this scheme since they launched, as well as supporting projects and initiatives to help stop homelessness before it becomes a reality.

Their work, helped by city-wide investment, also includes improved access to health services and mental health support and has contributed to a reduction of rough sleeping by 67% in the same period.

Paul Rowley, head coach at Salford Red Devils and ambassador for Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity, said: “I’m super proud of being a small part of what was a great day for the charity. The lads and I had great fun taking part, but it was great to see so many different people coming together for one cause. I think we’ve all done Manchester proud today.

“A big thank you to everyone that came along and donated. These funds are vital for allowing us to end homelessness once and for all.”

Fran Darlington-Pollock, CEO Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity, said: “That was phenomenal! We beat our fundraising total from 2023 and nearly doubled the number of teams entering. To also see so many people coming to enjoy the show was a very proud moment for all at the charity.

“From all of us at Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity, thank you. Together, we can end homelessness.”

Fresh face revealed for Manchester Town Hall’s clock tower

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Fresh face revealed for Manchester Town Hall’s clock tower
Manchester Town Hall’s newly-restored clock tower has been revealed, giving a fresh view of the progress being made in restoring, repairing and safeguarding the Grade I-listed icon.
Unveiled from behind the scaffolding and protective covering, the building’s magnificent clock tower is visible again for the first time since June 2021. 

At over 280ft tall, Manchester Town Hall clock tower is only narrowly shorter than the Houses of Parliament’s Elizabeth Tower. Great Abel, its eight-tonne hour bell, is the city’s answer to Big Ben.

Since they were last on display, the clock’s four dials and four sets of hands – which were suffering from the ravages of more than 140 years of weather – have been meticulously restored to their Victorian glory.

The cast iron dials, which were rusting and deteriorating with their paintwork worn away, have been restored. The glass panels which were cracked and damaged – including by the shockwaves of a World War II bombing raid in June 1941 – have been repaired, with the original glass retained wherever possible. The 9 ft 8 ins long minute hand and 6ft long minute hands have been cleaned, treated and their ironwork repainted in its original colours.

The intricately-patterned dial and hour markers are back to their gleaming best after being re-gilded in 23-carat gold.

For the time being, the hour and minute hands are connected to a temporary drive while work to clean and repair the original clock mechanism is completed off-site ahead of its reinstallation. The clock, made by master clockmakers Gillet and Bland, is the largest of its design ever made and remains one of the country’s biggest and most significant tower clocks. It will be reinstalled once works to the rest of the clock tower are complete.

Work is also concluding on the clock tower’s impressive Carillon, a set of 23 bells with which tunes can be played. This was previously not working reliably, and restricted to playing a small repertoire of tunes automatically controlled by a pianola-style punchcard. Once its restoration is complete it will be possible to play any tune on it, opening up a wealth of possibilities.

All works are being carried out by Cumbria Clock Company Ltd.

Over the coming months more of Manchester Town Hall will emerge from behind the scaffolding as further external works conclude, gradually restoring views of the iconic building as internal works are completed.

Garry Bridges, deputy leader of Manchester City Council, said: “The town hall clock has been keeping the time for Mancunians since New Year’s Day 1879 and its prominent tower has watched over the city for even longer.

“As part of the once-in-a-century Our Town Hall project to repair and restore the town hall and safeguard it for future generations, we’ve taken the opportunity to bring it back to its original glory.

“It’s great that we’ve now reached a stage where we have been able to remove the scaffolding and restore the view of the clock tower, giving a foretaste of the whole building being returned to the people of Manchester in magnificent shape. It’s a milestone moment.”
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