Second police funeral today

The funeral of PC Fiona Bone, 32, who died alongside her colleague Nicola Hughes in the line of duty last month, takes place at Manchester Cathedral today.

Thousands of police officers and well-wishers lined the streets of Manchester to pay their respects at the funeral of Pc Hughes yeserday. Similar scenes are expected today as the centre of the city once again comes to a standstill.

Pc Bone lived in Sale with her partner Clare Curran and Ms Curran's daughter, Jessie.

Officers from forces across the country will again cover the shifts of GMP colleagues so they can attend the 10am service today.


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