Manchester bus crash: Seven people taken to hospital

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Fire engine at scene of bus crash on Oxford Street, ManchesterImage source, Lou Renny
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It happened at the junction with Oxford Street and Whitworth Street West

Seven people have been taken to hospital after a bus crashed in a city centre, a fire service has said.

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said the bus hit a central reservation on Whitworth Street West at the junction with Oxford Street in Manchester at about 12:30 BST.

It said seven people were taken for treatment. Greater Manchester Police said there were no serious injuries.

GMFRS said firefighters used specialist equipment to make the scene safe.

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Debris was strewn across the road following the crash

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