Police are negotiating with a man inside a flat in the Northern Quarter.

There is currently a huge police presence on Oldham Street, which has now been cordoned off by officers.

A number of police vehicles, including the the tactical aid unit, are at the scene as well as paramedics and a Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue aerial platform.

A GMP spokesperson said: "Officers are currently on Oldham Street in the city centre, following an earlier report of an assault.

"Specialist officers are currently engaging with a man who is inside a property. There is not believed to be a wider threat to the public and no one else is believed to be in the flat.

"While the incident is ongoing, police will remain at the scene and thank the public for their patience.

"There are closures in place on Great Ancoats Street and Whittle Street."

Bus services which use Oldham Street are currently diverting down and Newton Street and Stevenson Square.

More soon.