BBC staff strike over job cuts
BBC staff at Salford Quays are on the picket lines along with thousands of employees across the country.
Some programmes will be disrupted during the 24-hour strike over job cuts.
Around 2,000 posts are set to go under cost-saving plans.
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Weather: Outlook for the weekend
A cold and bright start to the weekend. Despite some sunshine there is also a wet spell later on Saturday with some strong and gusty winds
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Lancashire man sentenced to 22 years in jail for a catalogue of sexual offences against young boys dating back more than 20 years.
Detailed forecast: Rest of the week
Cloudy skies, mild air and spells of rain dominate the weather story for the northwest for Thursday into Friday.