Two teenagers have been charged after the Rochdale Cenotaph was vandalised with "free Palestine" graffiti.

One male has been charged with racially aggravated criminal damage, whilst the other male has been charged with racially aggravated criminal damage and theft.

Detective Chief Inspector Stuart Round said: “I hope the swift charges provide some reassurance to the public that our investigation is moving at pace.

"I understand the emotional distress that has been caused in the local community by the damage to the Cenotaph and our team of detectives will continue working tirelessly to hold those responsible to account.”