A local news journalist who returned to his first paper nearly 20 years after leaving to become a teacher has died aged 56. Neil Brandwood, pictured, began his career at the Bury Times in 1993 and recently rejoined the Newsquest-owned title as a reporter. After leaving the Bury Times in 2005, Neil worked as a teacher and in PR. He returned to the Bury Times this year, and quickly reconnected with old contacts. He worked with me at the Bury Times and later became a good friend as well as a valued colleague.

Source: The Times September 29, 2025 07:16 UTC