Manchester appeared to be returning to some kind of normality today as many people returned to work. Pictures show the city centre looking much busier than the virtual ghost town it became at times during lockdown as people tentatively start to go about their business again.
Last week the Prime Minister Boris Johnson said those who cannot work were from home were now being encouraged to speak to their employer and return to work where possible.
And that has meant many people returning to factories, building sites, offices and other workplaces across the city this week.
People who do need to commute are being urged to walk, cycle or drive if they are able to rather than take public transport.