# Alex Batty Returns With Purpose | Manchester News

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Podcast: [Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/manchester-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7574135)
Published: 2026-09-17T14:44:11+00:00
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After vanishing for six years at age 11, Alex Batty—now 20 and reunited with his family—is rebuilding his life with purpose, thanks to a job at a UK waste management firm. Once living off-grid in France, cut off from society by his conspiracy-theory-driven mother, Alex found stability after appearing on BBC Breakfast. A SUEZ UK manager saw his story and offered him a role—he’s been thriving for three months, providing for his baby and partner while finally feeling the weight of responsibility lift. For Alex, work isn’t just income—it’s identity, security, and redemption. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm790rxl8wvpo More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/871c39457067e844 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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