Dear members — today’s piece is by long time Miller and regular contributor Phil Griffin. He visited the new school of engineering at The University of Manchester — the largest engineering campus in the UK — and took stock of the building’s mammoth dimensions, and the ambition they reflect.

We’ve also got the latest report on the ongoing saga at Oldham Athletic from Jack Walton. Broken promises, coffin-bearing fans and, finally, a bullet in the post, have brought owner Abdallah Lemsagam to consider whether the club is that much of a worthwhile investment after all.

There’s also our usual mini-briefing, things to do this weekend, and the latest Covid-19 data. Enjoy.