17 August 2026
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3 min read
Clare Hopwood, Miss Manchester
Growing up on a beef farm near Saddleworth, Clare Hopwood has developed a clear passion for the sector and aims to use her new title of Miss Manchester to raise awareness of mental health and key industry...
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