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Endangered masterpiece hidden inside a Greater Manchester church is now getting attention across Europe

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A campaign to save an artwork of "dazzling beauty" hidden inside a closed church has won important backing - from across Europe.

A 1955 mural by Hungarian George Mayer-Marton of Christ on the cross dominates the interior of Holy Rosary RC Church in Oldham.

But the building stands empty, after shutting for good due to a dwindling congregation. Redundant for four years, it is now at risk from developers, but is not of sufficient architectural value to be given listed building status. READ MORE: Manchester's New Year's Eve fireworks display cancelled due to Covid But a national campaign launched to make sure the artwork is listed has been boosted with support from organisations of influence in London, Hungary, and Austria.

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