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Award recognises Rashford’s campaign against child poverty
Manchester United striker says it is a ‘proud day’ for him

Marcus Rashford will receive an honorary doctorate from the University of Manchester for his “remarkable campaign against child poverty” which caused a government U-turn and the granting of free food vouchers for the poorest families over the summer.
Boris Johnson had initially rejected the Manchester United striker’s move before the prime minister reversed his decision last month. Continue reading...