and in stockport the equivalent figure is 87%.e boasted of being the largest cotton mill in the world — local entrepreneurs are supported as they seek to grow. with power flowing back to the north, optimism is on the up. really creating a sense of unity and energy that was much needed, and yeah, that idea of bringing it away from westminster and owning that decision—making. there's definite differences in the north and i think manchester is a big place for people to identify as sort of a centre of power. the people of england generally feel excluded from the decisions that affect them and their local area. the connection to power seems too weak. finding a bridge for that divide is the answer to the english question. mark easton, bbc news, england. football — and england have been in action tonight, in their last match before they head to russia for the world cup. they faced costa rica in a friendly in leeds, from where natalie pirks reports. for queen and country. england's preparations for russia had a royal presence today. as pa