Matt White brings you news, music and chat to start the day.

A preview of the Ricky Hatton fight at the Manchester Arena tomorrow.

There are calls for tougher laws against the owners of dangerous dogs after more than 130 postmen and women were injured in attacks in Greater Manchester over the period of a year.

Justin speaks to Downton Abbey star Robert Bathurst who is currently on stage at the Palace Theatre in Manchester.

Andy talks to Jean Sprackland, an award-winning writer from Manchester, plus more on Ricky Hatton's comeback fight tomorrow night at the Manchester Arena.

Jack Dearden looks ahead to the weekend's action plus our non-league round-up.

Liam speaks to Mcfly and legendary television producer Johnnie Hamp. There'll also be a review of the week's new music.

BBC Radio Manchester joins BBC Radio 5 live.