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Firefighter who died over Christmas period remembered as a 'true gent'

Flags were lowered across Greater Manchester fire stations to honor Andy Leyland, an off-duty watch manager whose death prompted widespread tributes from colleagues and community.

Summary by lancashiretelegraph.co.uk
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue mourns Andy Leyland, Atherton Community Fire Station watch manager, who died over Christmas

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Tributes after tragic death of Greater Manchester firefighter over Christmas

Flags have been lowered as a mark of respect

·Manchester, United Kingdom
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Firefighter who died over Christmas period remembered as a 'true gent'

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue mourns Andy Leyland, Atherton Community Fire Station watch manager, who died over Christmas

·Blackburn, United Kingdom
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lancashiretelegraph.co.uk broke the news in Blackburn, United Kingdom on Sunday, December 28, 2025.
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