thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Student nurse blasts minister's 'callous' claim she's 'not providing a service'

A Tory health minister faces a furious backlash after claiming student nurses are “ not deemed to be providing a service ” to the NHS .
Helen Whately made the comment in a reply to concerns that student nurses could face financial hardship after their bursaries were scrapped from 2017 .
Many of those student nurses have since risked their lives to help tackle Covid-19 in paid placements .
Student nurse Jessica Collins , who is graduating with £60,000 of debt , has called for her and others ' debt to be written off .
But when her MP Tom @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Whately replied : `` The Government has no plans to introduce a scheme that will backdate the offer for students who completed courses in earlier years .
“ Student nurses in training are supernumerary and are not deemed to be providing a service .
“ They are required to undertake 2,300 hours of clinical practice to learn the skills necessary for entry to the workforce .
“ Whilst they may be performing limited clinical duties , this is under close supervision and they are not being paid to staff hospitals.
” Ms Whately @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nursing student Jessica Collins , 27 , from Peterborough .
The mum-of-two to Charlie , 7 , and Elsie , 4 , says she is leaving university with £60,000 of debt thanks to nursing bursaries being axed by the Tories .
Jessica - who has worked on an A & E through the pandemic - started a petition that gained more than 200,000 signatures calling for student nurses ’ debt to be written off .
She told the Mirror : “ The most shocking point of it was that we ’ re ‘ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ .
“ I think you would only need to work one shift with us to see how we ’ re providing care for patients .
“ We are under exactly the same pressures , we ’ re under exactly the same stresses .
“ And the way she ’ s worded that just seems un-empathetic and so callous.
” Jessica said nursing students already feel undervalued and “ to have it in writing I think is awful ” .
She added : “ I shared it with my closest circle first and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ proper tears because it was that upsetting to some people.
” Jessica is now due to speak to Ms Whateley next week as part of a wider group call after the minister vowed to get involved .
Ms Whateley told the chair of RCN Students on Twitter : `` I ’ d really like to have a call ( in fact I asked someone to help us meet just last week ) .
`` Would be good to talk about how it ’ s been/is for student nurses especially those who have done @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t + how we can make things better . ''
Jessica said she began her course at Leicester ’ s De Montfort University in 2017 - the first year the bursaries were scrapped .
In a U-turn , student nurses will get a grant worth £5,000 to £8,000 a year from September 2020 - but by then she ’ ll have left her course .
Also hit are thousands currently in the final year of their nursing degree who have been thrust in to frontline roles after answering a Government call to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at earlier stages in their degree were among 25,000 students to answer the call to join the NHS in its hour of need .
Student nurses are often unable to get part time jobs during their degree because of the long hours on hospital placements required as part of the course .
Ms Whately ’ s response has received a huge backlash from nurses on social media after being shared thousands of times .
Dr Hilary Jones said on Good Morning Britain : “ Before the pandemic , the NHS was really rocking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and taken for granted .
“ Now it ’ s got through this immediate crisis and this is the way they treat student nurses who have got a career ahead of them ?
” Dr Hilary added : “ The nurses I ’ ve worked with throughout this so far have been absolutely fantastic .
“ Some of them are looking after my elderly mum at the moment .
They ’ ve done an absolutely brilliant job.
” It comes after students who answered the call to join paid roles early during the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ended early now the NHS has passed its first Covid-19 peak .
Like thousands of nursing students Jessica has taken up paid work during the pandemic - at a paediatric A & E at Peterborough City Hospital .
She said : “ It ’ s obviously been stressful .
Being on A & E you are the first point of contact for every patient - you have those same fears and worries .
“ The staff are just incredible , they are so supportive of each other , and the Trust are great @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us .
”

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Mum-of-two Jessica Collins, 27, blasted Helen Whately's 'un-empathetic' reply as she told the Mirror she'll graduate with £60,000 of debt - despite working in the coronavirus pandemic
A Tory health minister faces a furious backlash after claiming student nurses are “not deemed to be providing a service” to the NHS.
Helen Whately made the comment in a reply to concerns that student nurses could face financial hardship after their bursaries were scrapped from 2017.
Many of those student nurses have since risked their lives to help tackle Covid-19 in paid placements.
Student nurse Jessica Collins, who is graduating with £60,000 of debt, has called for her and others' debt to be written off.
But when her MP Tom Pursglove passed on her concerns, Ms Whately replied: "The Government has no plans to introduce a scheme that will backdate the offer for students who completed courses in earlier years.
“Student nurses in training are supernumerary and are not deemed to be providing a service.
“They are required to undertake 2,300 hours of clinical practice to learn the skills necessary for entry to the workforce.
“Whilst they may be performing limited clinical duties, this is under close supervision and they are not being paid to staff hospitals.”
Ms Whately sent the letter after pleas from third-year nursing student Jessica Collins, 27, from Peterborough.
The mum-of-two to Charlie, 7, and Elsie, 4, says she is leaving university with £60,000 of debt thanks to nursing bursaries being axed by the Tories.
Jessica - who has worked on an A&E through the pandemic - started a petition that gained more than 200,000 signatures calling for student nurses’ debt to be written off.
Image: Jessica Collins) Jessica Collins)
She told the Mirror: “The most shocking point of it was that we’re ‘deemed not to be providing a service’.
“I think you would only need to work one shift with us to see how we’re providing care for patients.
“We are under exactly the same pressures, we’re under exactly the same stresses.
“And the way she’s worded that just seems un-empathetic and so callous.”
Image: Jessica Collins) Jessica Collins)
Jessica said nursing students already feel undervalued and “to have it in writing I think is awful”.
She added: “I shared it with my closest circle first and there were a lot of tears, proper tears because it was that upsetting to some people.”
Jessica is now due to speak to Ms Whateley next week as part of a wider group call after the minister vowed to get involved.
Ms Whateley told the chair of RCN Students on Twitter : "I’d really like to have a call (in fact I asked someone to help us meet just last week).
"Would be good to talk about how it’s been/is for student nurses especially those who have done Covid work but also those who haven’t + how we can make things better."
Jessica said she began her course at Leicester’s De Montfort University in 2017 - the first year the bursaries were scrapped.
In a U-turn, student nurses will get a grant worth £5,000 to £8,000 a year from September 2020 - but by then she’ll have left her course.
Also hit are thousands currently in the final year of their nursing degree who have been thrust in to frontline roles after answering a Government call to help the NHS.
These and others at earlier stages in their degree were among 25,000 students to answer the call to join the NHS in its hour of need.
Student nurses are often unable to get part time jobs during their degree because of the long hours on hospital placements required as part of the course.
Ms Whately’s response has received a huge backlash from nurses on social media after being shared thousands of times.
Dr Hilary Jones said on Good Morning Britain: “Before the pandemic, the NHS was really rocking on its heels because it was underresourced and taken for granted.
“Now it’s got through this immediate crisis and this is the way they treat student nurses who have got a career ahead of them?”
Dr Hilary added: “The nurses I’ve worked with throughout this so far have been absolutely fantastic.
“Some of them are looking after my elderly mum at the moment. They’ve done an absolutely brilliant job.”
It comes after students who answered the call to join paid roles early during the crisis were told their employment will be ended early now the NHS has passed its first Covid-19 peak.
Like thousands of nursing students Jessica has taken up paid work during the pandemic - at a paediatric A&E at Peterborough City Hospital.
She said: “It’s obviously been stressful. Being on A&E you are the first point of contact for every patient - you have those same fears and worries.
“The staff are just incredible, they are so supportive of each other, and the Trust are great in recognising the mental health impact on us.”
Ms Whately said later in a statement: "The whole country is grateful to student nurses for their heroic work on the NHS frontline during this unprecedented global pandemic.
“Supernumerary status for student nurses is a technical definition created to ensure they have the space and time to learn, and it is widely supported across the nursing profession.
“There is a strong financial aid package for nurses and going forwards we have introduced even further support for nursing, midwifery and many allied health profession students consisting of a £5,000 to £8,000 grant to help with maintenance and associated study costs, which does not need to be paid back.”


thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Wilder provides Henderson latest amid De Gea's Man Utd struggles

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder is confident the club is close to extending Dean Henderson 's loan deal from Manchester United until the end of the season .
The 23-year-old has been outstanding for the Blades as they have mounted a surprise challenge for European football during their first season back in the Premier League .
Henderson 's loan is due to expire on June 30 , with any extension for him to remain at Bramall Lane for the rest of the 2019-20 campaign , which now ends on July 26 , needing to be finalised by Tuesday .
Wilder @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Gunnar Solskjaer about prolonging his stay to cover the extended season .
`` I believe it 's now just administration with the two clubs , '' said Wilder .
`` I had a chat with Ole and he was fine with extending his loan until the end of the season .
`` Hopefully , that will get signed off before the deadline .
I appreciate Ole 's help on that one .
Dean has been great for us and we have been great for Dean . ''
Wilder has previously stated that he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at Bramall Lane for a third loan spell next season , having also had the goalkeeper during last season 's promotion-winning campaign , although he has accepted that the decision is not his .
Under the terms of his loan , Henderson is ineligible to play against his parent club when the Blades travel to Old Trafford on Wednesday evening .
Either Simon Moore or Michael Verrips is set to replace him but Wilder was not willing to give away any clues as to who he has selected .
`` I have made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goal .
I came to that decision when I knew Dean was n't going to be available , but I 'm not willing to share who will play , '' the Blades boss said .
`` Why would I share it ?
What positive do I get out of telling you my team ? ''

Henderson's loan at Sheffield United is due to expire on June 30, but Wilder is confident they have struck a deal to keep him at Bramall Lane
Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder is confident the club is close to extending Dean Henderson's loan deal from Manchester United until the end of the season.
The 23-year-old has been outstanding for the Blades as they have mounted a surprise challenge for European football during their first season back in the Premier League.
Henderson's loan is due to expire on June 30, with any extension for him to remain at Bramall Lane for the rest of the 2019-20 campaign, which now ends on July 26, needing to be finalised by Tuesday.
Wilder has spoken to Red Devils boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer about prolonging his stay to cover the extended season.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"I believe it's now just administration with the two clubs," said Wilder. "I had a chat with Ole and he was fine with extending his loan until the end of the season.
"Hopefully, that will get signed off before the deadline. I appreciate Ole's help on that one. Dean has been great for us and we have been great for Dean."
Wilder has previously stated that he would been keen to have Henderson back at Bramall Lane for a third loan spell next season, having also had the goalkeeper during last season's promotion-winning campaign, although he has accepted that the decision is not his.
Under the terms of his loan, Henderson is ineligible to play against his parent club when the Blades travel to Old Trafford on Wednesday evening.
Either Simon Moore or Michael Verrips is set to replace him but Wilder was not willing to give away any clues as to who he has selected.
"I have made a decision about who will play in goal. I came to that decision when I knew Dean wasn't going to be available, but I'm not willing to share who will play," the Blades boss said.
"Why would I share it? What positive do I get out of telling you my team?"


thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Susanna Reid ditches Piers Morgan to join Judge Rinder on Celebrity Gogglebox

Susanna Reid will finally be getting some peace from Piers Morgan as she gets a new telly partner this week .
The Good Morning Britain presenter , 49 , will be appearing on Celebrity Gogglebox with Judge Rinder host Robert Rinder , 42 .
The TV duo , who are already close friends off screen , will make their debut on the show this Friday and take part until the end of the series .
Rinder told The Sun : `` I am very grateful to Celebrity Gogglebox for ensuring Piers Morgan will only be the second most important man @ @ @ @ @ @ @ life from now on . ''
Last year the pair enjoyed a boozy holiday to Ibiza .
Gogglebox bosses hope their friendship will make for some good TV , it 's claimed .
A source said : `` Gogglebox does n't just find real-life TV couples , like Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford , but likes to find interesting pairings .
`` They also liked the mischief of splitting up one of telly 's best- known presenting duos , and putting Susanna with someone she is guaranteed to have a rapport with .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Celebrity Gogglebox include Harry and Sandra Redknapp , Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash and Gyles Brandreth and Maureen Lipman .
The series has caused huge controversy when Eamonn Holmes accused bosses of editing out a story about his father 's death .
The This Morning host , who appears on the show with his wife Ruth Langsford , had made a lighthearted comment after watching a touching story where a child phoned 999 to report that his father was having a heart attack .
But Eamonn hit out at the show on Twitter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' that Gogglebox had chosen to edit out a clip talking about his father dying from a heart attack at the side of the road .
The show has since apologised .

Susanna Reid ditches Piers Morgan to pair up with Judge Rinder on Celebrity Gogglebox
Susanna Reid will finally be getting some peace from Piers Morgan as she gets a new telly partner this week.
The Good Morning Britain presenter, 49, will be appearing on Celebrity Gogglebox with Judge Rinder host Robert Rinder, 42.
The TV duo, who are already close friends off screen, will make their debut on the show this Friday and take part until the end of the series.
Rinder told The Sun : "I am very grateful to Celebrity Gogglebox for ensuring Piers Morgan will only be the second most important man in my dear friend Susanna's TV life from now on."
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Image: ITV) ITV)
Last year the pair enjoyed a boozy holiday to Ibiza.
Gogglebox bosses hope their friendship will make for some good TV, it's claimed.
A source said: "Gogglebox doesn't just find real-life TV couples, like Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford, but likes to find interesting pairings.
Image: Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock) Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock)
"They also liked the mischief of splitting up one of telly's best- known presenting duos, and putting Susanna with someone she is guaranteed to have a rapport with."
Other stars in this season of Celebrity Gogglebox include Harry and Sandra Redknapp, Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash and Gyles Brandreth and Maureen Lipman.
The series has caused huge controversy when Eamonn Holmes accused bosses of editing out a story about his father's death.
Image: Rex Features) Rex Features)
The This Morning host, who appears on the show with his wife Ruth Langsford, had made a lighthearted comment after watching a touching story where a child phoned 999 to report that his father was having a heart attack.
But Eamonn hit out at the show on Twitter to say he was "deeply hurt" that Gogglebox had chosen to edit out a clip talking about his father dying from a heart attack at the side of the road.
The show has since apologised.


thedailymirror--2020-06-22--DWP loses universal credit appeal against single mums with 85,000 more affected

The Department of Work and Pensions ( DWP ) has lost an appeal against four single mothers , in a victory for more than 85,000 universal credit claimants .
Judges have today ruled against the Government , two years after single mother Danielle Johnson took the DWP to court over a flaw in the assessment period that left her - and at least four other women - out of pocket .
At the time , Danielle said she had experienced significant fluctuations in her benefit income because of a 'clash ' between her monthly paydays and the DWP 's fixed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them , the four mothers fell into rent arrears , defaulted on council tax , incurred bank overdraft charges , borrowed money and even become reliant on food banks to make ends meet .
One of the mothers had to decline a promotion and put her professional aspirations on hold because of the way the universal credit system treated her earnings .
Danielle won the case in 2019 , however the DWP then launched an appeal against the victory which , if they lost , would force them to appeal the entire universal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was rejected , with judges warning that 85,000 more claimants could now be affected .
Judges said that the variations in their universal credit awards and the loss of the benefit of the work allowance , purely as a result of being paid their salaries on a day close to the start/end of their assessment period , were perverse and irrational .
A statement said : `` They lead to significant variations not only in the benefit award but in the income for the household from benefits and salary in a particular assessment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they create perverse incentives affecting a claimant 's employment choices , cutting across the policy of the overall scheme . ''
In 2018 , single mother Danielle Johnson , along with three other mothers supported by the Child Poverty Action Group ( CPAG ) , took the DWP to court over a flaw in the universal credit claims period that she argued left her - and other mothers - significantly out of pocket .
When calculating universal credit , the DWP has set assessment periods for each person to look at how much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the month to the end of the month , for example .
But lawyers for the mothers said a problem arises when claimants are paid by employers on a date which `` clashes '' with their assessment period .
Danielle , a school-dinner lady is paid on the last working day of each month and her benefit assessment period runs from the last day of the month to the penultimate day of the following month .
This means in some months , due to a weekend being at the end of a month @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bank account a day or so earlier than in other months .
The universal credit computer system interpreted this as Danielle having earned twice as much in one month and none in others , so her universal credit payment would be calculated accordingly .
It resulted in extreme fluctuations in her income and , and in several months she lost the work allowance part of the universal credit payment , meaning she was around £500 per year worse off .
In 2019 , Danielle won her case in the high court of appeal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the DWP appealed it .
They said it was irrational for the DWP 's system that accommodates universal credit benefit claimants ’ regular monthly pay dates when they are paid early because pay day falls at a weekend or bank holiday .
The variation in Danielle ’ s benefit award caused her severe cash flow problems .
Between them the four mothers fell into rent arrears , defaulted on council tax , incurred bank overdraft charges , borrowed money and even become reliant on food banks to make ends meet .
One of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and put her professional aspirations on ice because of the way the universal credit system treated her earnings .
Another felt compelled to give up her job to look for alternative employment where there was no clash between her pay date and UC assessment period .
Lady Justice Rose said that Danielle : `` expresses her doubts whether she will ever be able to get back on top of her finances and worries that cash flow problems will mean she is unable to pay her rent , jeopardising her tenancy . ''
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ situation faced by Danielle and the others as `` perverse '' adding that up to 85,000 more people may be affected .
She said she did not accept the SSWP ’ s argument that `` oscillations in universal credit payments are a central feature of the universal credit scheme '' , that `` it is set up to respond immediately to changes in circumstances of claimants as they move in and out of work '' had merit in the circumstances of this case .
She said : `` The oscillations here are not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Respondents ’ work patterns or family circumstances .
The oscillation is a response only to whether the last day of the month falls on a non-banking day or not .
`` The SSWP has put forward no reason why the date on which these Respondents submitted their claim for universal credit should result in them losing a considerable amount of money each year for however long their entitlement lasts .
In my judgment this is the most egregious aspect of the way the system works .
`` I can not accept that the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that the computer can recognise that the end date of a particular claimant ’ s assessment period coincides with their salary pay date so that if the latter date falls on a non-banking day the receipt of two roughly equal payments is likely to be the result of a salary payment being made a day early and the second payment should be moved into the next assessment period . ''
Lord Justice Underhill added : `` Non-banking day salary shift is common and entirely predictable , and its arbitrary effect on entitlement to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or not it was actually predicted when the scheme was being designed .
That effect has a severely harmful impact , which they can do nothing to avoid , on very large numbers of vulnerable claimants . ''
Following the judgment , Danielle Johnson said : `` I get a regular monthly salary and the support I get from universal credit should reflect that .
`` I am relieved that the judgement means that the Government must now act to ensure that I and others affected will no longer lose out on money @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
I find it unbelievable that the Government has fought this case in the courts for so many years , it should not have taken the Court of Appeal to tell them something which is just a matter of common sense . ''
Leigh Day solicitor Tessa Gregory said : `` We are delighted with the Court of Appeal ’ s judgment which is a complete vindication of our client ’ s case .
Universal credit was designed to ‘ make work pay ’ yet our client , who like millions of others @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the month , found herself facing severe hardship because the Secretary of State made regulations which fail to take into account that the date when someone is paid may vary because of non-banking days .
`` The Secretary of State committed to a “ test and learn ’ approach in rolling out universal credit yet she refused to listen to these four hard working mums when they raised this issue over two years ago .
Our client hopes the Secretary of State will now accept the ruling and take urgent steps to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the Court only serves to disincentivise work . ''

A court of appeal defeat could now force the Department for Work and Pensions to radically overhaul the way it assesses incomes under the universal credit scheme
The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has lost an appeal against four single mothers, in a victory for more than 85,000 universal credit claimants.
Judges have today ruled against the Government, two years after single mother Danielle Johnson took the DWP to court over a flaw in the assessment period that left her - and at least four other women - out of pocket.
At the time, Danielle said she had experienced significant fluctuations in her benefit income because of a 'clash' between her monthly paydays and the DWP's fixed monthly universal credit assessment periods.
Between them, the four mothers fell into rent arrears, defaulted on council tax, incurred bank overdraft charges, borrowed money and even become reliant on food banks to make ends meet.
One of the mothers had to decline a promotion and put her professional aspirations on hold because of the way the universal credit system treated her earnings.
Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Danielle won the case in 2019, however the DWP then launched an appeal against the victory which, if they lost, would force them to overhaul the entire universal credit system.
Today, their appeal was rejected, with judges warning that 85,000 more claimants could now be affected.
Judges said that the variations in their universal credit payments and the loss of the benefit of the work allowance, purely as a result of being paid their salaries on a day close to the start/end of their assessment period, were perverse and irrational.
A statement said: "They lead to significant variations not only in the benefit award but in the income for the household from benefits and salary in a particular assessment period. They cause considerable hardship and they create perverse incentives affecting a claimant's employment choices, cutting across the policy of the overall scheme."
A DWP Spokesperson told Mirror Money: "DWP and HMRC continue to work with employers to make them aware how to correctly report payments for wages using contractual pay dates.
"We are carefully considering the court’s decision as part of our ongoing work."
What happened?
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In 2018, single mother Danielle Johnson, along with three other mothers supported by the Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG), took the DWP to court over a flaw in the universal credit claims period that she argued left her - and other people - significantly out of pocket.
When calculating universal credit, the DWP has set assessment periods for each person to look at how much they earn - from the 1st of the month to the end of the month, for example. This then determines how much the person receives in the following month.
But lawyers for the mothers said a problem arises when claimants are paid by employers on a date which "clashes" with their assessment period.
Danielle, a school-dinner lady is paid on the last working day of each month and her benefit assessment period runs from the last day of the month to the penultimate day of the following month.
This means in some months, due to a weekend being at the end of a month, her wages are deposited in her bank account a day or so earlier than in other months.
The universal credit computer system interpreted this as Danielle having earned twice as much in one month and none in others, so her universal credit payment were calculated accordingly.
It resulted in extreme fluctuations in her income and, and in several months she lost the work allowance part of the universal credit payment, meaning she was around £500 per year worse off.
In 2019, Danielle won her case in the high court of appeal, however in May this year, the DWP appealed it.
However, today, judges dismissed the Government's appeal.
They said it was wrong to simply penalise someone because their pay day falls on a weekend or bank holiday.
The variation in Danielle’s benefit award caused her severe cash flow problems.
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Between them the four mothers fell into rent arrears, defaulted on council tax, incurred bank overdraft charges, borrowed money and even become reliant on food banks to make ends meet.
One of the mothers had to decline a promotion and put her professional aspirations on ice because of the way the universal credit system treated her earnings.
Another felt compelled to give up her job to look for alternative employment where there was no clash between her pay date and UC assessment period .
On Monday, Lady Justice Rose said that Danielle: "expresses her doubts whether she will ever be able to get back on top of her finances and worries that cash flow problems will mean she is unable to pay her rent, jeopardising her tenancy."
Image: Getty Images/Westend61) Getty Images/Westend61)
In her judgment Lady Justice Rose described the situation faced by Danielle and the others as "perverse" adding that up to 85,000 more people may be affected.
She said she did not accept the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions's argument that "oscillations in universal credit payments are a central feature of the universal credit scheme", that "it is set up to respond immediately to changes in circumstances of claimants as they move in and out of work" had merit in the circumstances of this case.
She said: "The oscillations here are not a response to any change in the Respondents’ work patterns or family circumstances. The oscillation is a response only to whether the last day of the month falls on a non-banking day or not.
"The SSWP has put forward no reason why the date on which these Respondents submitted their claim for universal credit should result in them losing a considerable amount of money each year for however long their entitlement lasts. In my judgment this is the most egregious aspect of the way the system works.
"I cannot accept that the programme cannot be modified to ensure that the computer can recognise that the end date of a particular claimant’s assessment period coincides with their salary pay date so that if the latter date falls on a non-banking day the receipt of two roughly equal payments is likely to be the result of a salary payment being made a day early and the second payment should be moved into the next assessment period."
Lord Justice Underhill added: "Non-banking day salary shift is common and entirely predictable, and its arbitrary effect on entitlement to universal credit is now well-recognised, whether or not it was actually predicted when the scheme was being designed. That effect has a severely harmful impact, which they can do nothing to avoid, on very large numbers of vulnerable claimants."
Following the judgment, Danielle Johnson said: "I get a regular monthly salary and the support I get from universal credit should reflect that.
"I am relieved that the judgement means that the Government must now act to ensure that I and others affected will no longer lose out on money and will have a steady cash flow. I find it unbelievable that the Government has fought this case in the courts for so many years, it should not have taken the Court of Appeal to tell them something which is just a matter of common sense."
Leigh Day solicitor Tessa Gregory - who represented the case - said: "We are delighted with the Court of Appeal’s judgment which is a complete vindication of our client’s case. Universal credit was designed to ‘make work pay’ yet our client, who like millions of others is paid on the last working day of the month, found herself facing severe hardship because the Secretary of State made regulations which fail to take into account that the date when someone is paid may vary because of non-banking days.
"The Secretary of State committed to a “test and learn’ approach in rolling out universal credit yet she refused to listen to these four hard working mums when they raised this issue over two years ago. Our client hopes the Secretary of State will now accept the ruling and take urgent steps to fix this perverse situation which as noted by the Court only serves to disincentivise work."


thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Mum slams 13-year-old son's school for 'plan your own funeral' homework

A mum-of-three has been left outraged after her son was sent work home from school to plan his own funeral .
Activities for the 13-year-old to complete included picking out a coffin and choosing whether to be cremated or buried Gemma Marston , 34 , received the homework for her teenage son , Brody .
The religious studies homework was given to year eight students at St Paul 's Catholic School in Leicester during lockdown .
Concerned mum , Gemma , from Leicester posted a picture of the form on Facebook to express her outrage .
For the latest on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mental health worker said : `` I could n't believe it when I saw the homework .
`` I had to do a double take and re-read the worksheet .
`` I understand schools need to discuss death as part of the religious studies curriculum , but a 13 year- old child having to think about planning their own funeral is appalling .
`` I was livid to say the least . ''
The form gave pupils choices for their own funeral arrangement and they needed to give reasons why , including picking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ choosing flowers for a memorial .
Gemma believes her son is too young to be given this type of assignment , particularly during the coronavirus pandemic , when many families have had loved ones die .
She said : `` I do n't think this homework was appropriate .
`` Children are experiencing enough trauma and anxiety during lockdown .
`` They do n't need to be reminded of their own mortality .
`` It was very insensitive .
`` Imagine if my son had lost a grandparent and was grieving .
To @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the same time is disgusting . ''
Since posting the picture on Facebook , hundreds of users have expressed their outrage .
One commented : `` This is disgusting especially seeing as we are in a pandemic and 1,000s are dying . ''
A teacher also responded to the post , saying : `` I would n't do this .
Some children can be very susceptible to ideas about death and funerals .
`` You do n't always know if one of your pupils has had a recent loss and this sort @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pupils . ''
The school have since apologised and claimed the homework was sent out in error .
Gemma adds : `` Looking at the questions , I did n't even want to answer them as an adult .
`` A child should be a child for as long as possible and not be faced with these morbid questions .
`` There is plenty of news and talk about death in the current climate , kids do n't need to be reminded of it while they 're doing their school work .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ discuss sex education with students , but I believe they also need consent when discussing topics relating to death .
`` There 's no way I 'd allow my child to sit in a classroom and be involved in a 'plan your own funeral ' activity .
`` I hope the school think very carefully about the homework assignments they give in the future . ''
The school says the work was not included in an online pack provided to most to the year group , but was sent out in a hard @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Neil Lockyer , chief executive officer St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Multi-Academy Trust , said : `` The school and Trust fully recognise that , without the support of the teaching that normally accompanies this very sensitive topic , it was not appropriate to send ; we apologise completely for this oversight .
`` Although none of the twelve families contacted the school upon receipt of the work , as soon as the school realised that the administrative error had occurred , the Head of Religious Education contacted each of them by telephone to @ @ @ @ @ @

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Gemma Marston's son Brody was asked to pick our music and a coffin for his own funeral and told to decide if he wants to be buried or cremated
A mum-of-three has been left outraged after her son was sent work home from school to plan his own funeral.
Activities for the 13-year-old to complete included picking out a coffin and choosing whether to be cremated or buried
Gemma Marston, 34, received the homework for her teenage son, Brody.
The religious studies homework was given to year eight students at St Paul's Catholic School in Leicester during lockdown.
Concerned mum, Gemma, from Leicester posted a picture of the form on Facebook to express her outrage.
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The mental health worker said: "I couldn't believe it when I saw the homework.
"I had to do a double take and re-read the worksheet.
"I understand schools need to discuss death as part of the religious studies curriculum, but a 13 year- old child having to think about planning their own funeral is appalling.
"I was livid to say the least."
The form gave pupils choices for their own funeral arrangement and they needed to give reasons why, including picking their own favourite music or hymn and choosing flowers for a memorial.
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Gemma believes her son is too young to be given this type of assignment, particularly during the coronavirus pandemic, when many families have had loved ones die.
She said: "I don't think this homework was appropriate.
"Children are experiencing enough trauma and anxiety during lockdown.
"They don't need to be reminded of their own mortality.
"It was very insensitive.
"Imagine if my son had lost a grandparent and was grieving. To be thinking about planning his own funeral at the same time is disgusting."
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Since posting the picture on Facebook, hundreds of users have expressed their outrage.
One commented: "This is disgusting especially seeing as we are in a pandemic and 1,000s are dying."
A teacher also responded to the post, saying: "I wouldn't do this. Some children can be very susceptible to ideas about death and funerals.
"You don't always know if one of your pupils has had a recent loss and this sort of thing can be very triggering for pupils."
The school have since apologised and claimed the homework was sent out in error.
Gemma adds: "Looking at the questions, I didn't even want to answer them as an adult.
"A child should be a child for as long as possible and not be faced with these morbid questions.
"There is plenty of news and talk about death in the current climate, kids don't need to be reminded of it while they're doing their school work.
"Schools need consent from parents when they discuss sex education with students, but I believe they also need consent when discussing topics relating to death.
"There's no way I'd allow my child to sit in a classroom and be involved in a 'plan your own funeral' activity.
"I hope the school think very carefully about the homework assignments they give in the future."
The school says the work was not included in an online pack provided to most to the year group, but was sent out in a hard copy version to just 12 pupils.
Neil Lockyer, chief executive officer St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, said: "The school and Trust fully recognise that, without the support of the teaching that normally accompanies this very sensitive topic, it was not appropriate to send; we apologise completely for this oversight.
"Although none of the twelve families contacted the school upon receipt of the work, as soon as the school realised that the administrative error had occurred, the Head of Religious Education contacted each of them by telephone to personally apologise to them."


thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Apple WWDC 2020 - how to watch tech conference live from the UK tonight

Tonight , Apple fans from around the world will tune in for the tech giant ’ s annual Worldwide Developers Conference ( WWDC conference ) .
While the conference usually takes place at Apple ’ s Cupertino campus , the event will be held online this year , amid the coronavirus pandemic .
During the event , Apple 's Tim Cook is excepted to update us on many of its software products , including iOS 14 , WatchOS and MacOS .
And rumours indicate that Apple could also reveal some new hardware products , including the highly-anticipated AirTags .
Here @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about WWDC 2020 , including what we expect to be announced , and how to watch it live from the UK .
WWDC 2020 will take place on Monday 22 June at 10:00 PT ( 18:00 BST ) .
How can you watch it live ?
Apple will stream the event live on its YouTube channel here .
Mirror Online will also be covering the event live , so make sure you check back in at 18:00 tonight !
What do we expect to be announced ?
While Apple has remained tight-lipped about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that we could hear several key updates .
The tech giant is expected to discuss iOS 14 for iPhone and iPad , as well as new WatchOS and MacOS software .
However , the biggest announcement is expected to be around the chips that power Apple ’ s Mac computers , which are rumoured to be changing from Intel chips to new ARM-based ones .
This has been rumoured for several years , and highlighted in a recent Bloomberg report , citing anonymous sources familiar with Apple ’ s plans .
A move @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to make thin laptops with better battery life , and potentially quieter cooling fans .
However , the transition will likely take at least a year to implement , meaning we ’ ll have to wait a while to get our hands on them .
Aside from software announcements , rumours suggest that Apple could also launch a new hardware product called AirTags .
The Tile-like tracking devices could be attached to items such as your keys or wallet , allowing you to find and track them through your iPhone .

While Apple's WWDC conference usually takes place at Apple’s Cupertino campus, the event will be held online this year, amid the coronavirus pandemic
Apple WWDC 2020: How to watch tech conference live from the UK tonight
Tonight, Apple fans from around the world will tune in for the tech giant’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC conference).
While the conference usually takes place at Apple’s Cupertino campus, the event will be held online this year, amid the coronavirus pandemic.
During the event, Apple's Tim Cook is excepted to update us on many of its software products, including iOS 14, WatchOS and MacOS.
And rumours indicate that Apple could also reveal some new hardware products, including the highly-anticipated AirTags.
Here’s everything you need to know about WWDC 2020, including what we expect to be announced, and how to watch it live from the UK.
Image: Apple) Apple)
When is WWDC 2020?
WWDC 2020 will take place on Monday 22 June at 10:00 PT (18:00 BST).
How can you watch it live?
Apple will stream the event live on its YouTube channel here.
Mirror Online will also be covering the event live, so make sure you check back in at 18:00 tonight!
Image: Apple) Apple)
What do we expect to be announced?
While Apple has remained tight-lipped about announcements at the event, rumours suggest that we could hear several key updates.
The tech giant is expected to discuss iOS 14 for iPhone and iPad, as well as new WatchOS and MacOS software.
Image: Apple) Apple)
However, the biggest announcement is expected to be around the chips that power Apple’s Mac computers, which are rumoured to be changing from Intel chips to new ARM-based ones.
This has been rumoured for several years, and highlighted in a recent Bloomberg report, citing anonymous sources familiar with Apple’s plans.
A move to an ARM-based chip would allow Apple to make thin laptops with better battery life, and potentially quieter cooling fans.
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However, the transition will likely take at least a year to implement, meaning we’ll have to wait a while to get our hands on them.
Aside from software announcements, rumours suggest that Apple could also launch a new hardware product called AirTags.
The Tile-like tracking devices could be attached to items such as your keys or wallet, allowing you to find and track them through your iPhone.


thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Kopparberg launches new £20 Cherry Spiced Rum for summer into Asda stores

With a heatwave expected to hit parts of the UK this week , what better time to enjoy a refreshing drink in the sun ?
Whether it ’ s in the garden , patio , park with some friends socially distanced or just on the sofa , Kopparberg have launched a new flavoured rum that sounds delightful to us .
Kopparberg who are famous for their flavour combinations have created a Cherry Spiced Rum that ’ s been infused with a bold cherry fruit flavour and is a first for the brand .
The new Kopparberg Cherry Spiced Rum ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in selected Asda stores .
Usually priced at £20 , it ’ s currently on offer at just £18 for a 70cl bottle - get it whilst you can .
You can also get a pre-mixed can of Kopparberg Cherry Spiced Rum & Cola ( 5 % ABV ) in a four pack for £6 - or £5 as they are currently on promotion too .
These are great for those picnics in the park or if you just want a relaxing drink in the evening without any effort .
To find your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ store locator which we ’ ve listed here , making your next essentials shopping trip that bit easier .
You ’ ll also find opening and closing times listed here too .
The decision to introduce a run into the Kopparberg family is after a surge in popularity of rum and rum-based cocktails like the classic Mojito .
With limited brands available when it comes to full-fruit and easy-to-drink options , it ’ s not surprise that Kopparberg ’ s rum offering is bursting with flavour .
Expect the depth of a spiced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ big , bold cherry kick .
This rum is perfect for those looking for something fruity and refreshing - to add some much-needed excitement to your spirit collection this summer .
The perfect serve suggestion is 50ml of Kopparberg Cherry Spiced Rum over ice in a tall glass , with cola mixer of choice , and a lime wedge to garnish .
Rob Salvesen , Head of Marketing for Kopparberg said , “ Last year we burst onto the spirit scene and successfully launched Kopparberg Premium Gin using our flavour expertise , feedback @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t stop there !
Now , we are exploring our darker side with a cherry spiced rum that delivers everything you ’ ve come to expect from Kopparberg , full fruit flavour and zero compromise on taste.
” “ Whether you ’ re an existing Kopparberg fan , or a rum fanatic who ’ s new to the brand , Kopparberg Cherry Spiced Rum is here to inject some energy and excitement into your summer .
Best enjoyed with a few friends , grab yourself a bottle or a couple of premixed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the darkness kicks in.
” We ca n't wait to get our hands on a bottle of this to enjoy this week .

With an ABV of 37.5%, the new creation has been made after a surge in rum. Priced at £20, it’s available from Asda stores now and perfect for enjoying in the heatwave coming this week
With a heatwave expected to hit parts of the UK this week, what better time to enjoy a refreshing drink in the sun? Whether it’s in the garden, patio, park with some friends socially distanced or just on the sofa, Kopparberg have launched a new flavoured rum that sounds delightful to us.
Kopparberg who are famous for their flavour combinations have created a Cherry Spiced Rum that’s been infused with a bold cherry fruit flavour and is a first for the brand.
The new Kopparberg Cherry Spiced Rum (ABV 37.5%) is available now in selected Asda stores. Usually priced at £20, it’s currently on offer at just £18 for a 70cl bottle - get it whilst you can.
You can also get a pre-mixed can of Kopparberg Cherry Spiced Rum & Cola (5% ABV) in a four pack for £6 - or £5 as they are currently on promotion too. These are great for those picnics in the park or if you just want a relaxing drink in the evening without any effort.
To find your nearest Asda, why not use the store locator which we’ve listed here, making your next essentials shopping trip that bit easier. You’ll also find opening and closing times listed here too.
The decision to introduce a run into the Kopparberg family is after a surge in popularity of rum and rum-based cocktails like the classic Mojito. With limited brands available when it comes to full-fruit and easy-to-drink options, it’s not surprise that Kopparberg’s rum offering is bursting with flavour.
Expect the depth of a spiced rum which has been elevated by a big, bold cherry kick. This rum is perfect for those looking for something fruity and refreshing - to add some much-needed excitement to your spirit collection this summer.
The perfect serve suggestion is 50ml of Kopparberg Cherry Spiced Rum over ice in a tall glass, with cola mixer of choice, and a lime wedge to garnish.
Rob Salvesen, Head of Marketing for Kopparberg said, “Last year we burst onto the spirit scene and successfully launched Kopparberg Premium Gin using our flavour expertise, feedback from our fans showed us we can’t stop there! Now, we are exploring our darker side with a cherry spiced rum that delivers everything you’ve come to expect from Kopparberg, full fruit flavour and zero compromise on taste.”
“Whether you’re an existing Kopparberg fan, or a rum fanatic who’s new to the brand, Kopparberg Cherry Spiced Rum is here to inject some energy and excitement into your summer. Best enjoyed with a few friends, grab yourself a bottle or a couple of premixed cans as the tempo picks up and the darkness kicks in.”
We can't wait to get our hands on a bottle of this to enjoy this week.


thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Forever 21 is available to buy in the UK again - here's what you can buy

It was only a few years ago that fast fashion brand Forever 21 had stores across the country , but the American fashion brand was forced to close its shops and website on September 30 , after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the US .
Now , the once-thriving retailer has re-entered the UK and EU market with a new online store for British customers .
Forever 21 offers an extensive range of items for both men and women , including clothing , accessories and even beauty products .
The web store allows Brits to purchase the brand ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taxes in the cost of items so there should be no hidden costs added at checkout or when your order arrives .
What 's more , Forever 21 is offering free express shipping for those who spend £70 or more , an simple returns process and a brand new app .
Forever 21 is also partnering with payment solutions like Klarna to give customers convenient and efficient payment methods .
Daniel Kulle , CEO at Forever 21 , said in a statement : “ Despite the market conditions the entire industry is facing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see a strong demand for the Forever 21 brand in the UK and the rest of Europe .
`` We are dedicated to providing the best online shopping experience for both our UK shoppers and other loyal customers globally.
” We 've rounded up some of our top summer buys from the Forever 21 website .
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Forever 21 is available to buy in the UK again - here's what you can buy
It was only a few years ago that fast fashion brand Forever 21 had stores across the country, but the American fashion brand was forced to close its shops and website on September 30, after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the US.
Now, the once-thriving retailer has re-entered the UK and EU market with a new online store for British customers.
Forever 21 offers an extensive range of items for both men and women, including clothing, accessories and even beauty products.
The web store allows Brits to purchase the brand’s latest collections in pounds and includes taxes in the cost of items so there should be no hidden costs added at checkout or when your order arrives. What's more, Forever 21 is offering free express shipping for those who spend £70 or more, an simple returns process and a brand new app.
Forever 21 is also partnering with payment solutions like Klarna to give customers convenient and efficient payment methods.
Daniel Kulle, CEO at Forever 21, said in a statement: “Despite the market conditions the entire industry is facing due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we see a strong demand for the Forever 21 brand in the UK and the rest of Europe.
"We are dedicated to providing the best online shopping experience for both our UK shoppers and other loyal customers globally.”
We've rounded up some of our top summer buys from the Forever 21 website.
Poplin Flounce Mini Dress, £33
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Sash Belt Paperbag Shorts, £22
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Belted Straight-Leg Jumpsuit, £38
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Floral Eyelet Self-Tie Crop Top, £22
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Faux Leather Lace-Up Sandals, £17


thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Millie Mackintosh shares intimate breastfeeding snap as she admits raw nipples

Millie Mackintosh has shared an honest new post as she opened up about her breastfeeding struggles as a new mum .
The 30-year-old former Made In Chelsea star has been adapting to parenthood since welcoming her daughter Sienna with husband Hugo Taylor in May .
And since giving birth , Millie got candid as spoke about her troubles with breastfeeding .
She started off the post with : `` Let 's talk about breastfeeding – I found it really tough at the beginning .
`` Although Sienna now latches on easily and is a good eater , it definitely did @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mum-of-one revealed her painful experience , admitting she had `` blistered and cracked nipples '' for the first few days .
The reality star said the pain was so `` intense '' and she came to a standstill as she did n't know how to carry on .
Millie , who is now in a better place , continued : `` I spent hours online trying to find the best 'professional ' advice on anything that would make the pain and dread stop , as I so desperately wanted to continue to breastfeed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ myself totally overwhelmed with all the conflicting advice which only made my anxiety worse . ''
The doting mother has turned to the Peanut app to resolve her issues .
In the sponsored post , she explained she 's received `` invaluable '' advice and is picking up new tips on how to breastfeed .
Millie admitted her appetite is `` sky high '' and often eats her meals cold as she attempts to feed her baby at the same time .
She added : `` Despite the blood , sweat , tears @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leaking milk through countless outfits…it 's all worth it when I look down and see Sienna 's tiny hand wrapped around my finger , watching her grow stronger every day . ''
`` My heart melts when she gives the gift of a little smile .
Motherhood really is a journey , and that 's why sharing stories & tips is so important , '' Millie gushed .
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Millie Mackintosh got candid as she opened up about her troubles with breastfeeding as she adapts to mum life
Millie Mackintosh shares intimate breastfeeding snap as she opens up about raw nipples
Millie Mackintosh has shared an honest new post as she opened up about her breastfeeding struggles as a new mum.
The 30-year-old former Made In Chelsea star has been adapting to parenthood since welcoming her daughter Sienna with husband Hugo Taylor in May.
And since giving birth, Millie got candid as spoke about her troubles with breastfeeding.
She started off the post with: "Let's talk about breastfeeding – I found it really tough at the beginning.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
"Although Sienna now latches on easily and is a good eater, it definitely didn't start that way."
The mum-of-one revealed her painful experience, admitting she had "blistered and cracked nipples" for the first few days.
The reality star said the pain was so "intense" and she came to a standstill as she didn't know how to carry on.
Image: milliemackintosh/Instagram) milliemackintosh/Instagram)
Millie, who is now in a better place, continued: "I spent hours online trying to find the best 'professional' advice on anything that would make the pain and dread stop, as I so desperately wanted to continue to breastfeed my baby girl.
"I found myself totally overwhelmed with all the conflicting advice which only made my anxiety worse."
The doting mother has turned to the Peanut app to resolve her issues.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
In the sponsored post, she explained she's received "invaluable" advice and is picking up new tips on how to breastfeed.
Millie admitted her appetite is "sky high" and often eats her meals cold as she attempts to feed her baby at the same time.
She added: "Despite the blood, sweat, tears, and feeling like I’m leaking milk through countless outfits…it's all worth it when I look down and see Sienna's tiny hand wrapped around my finger, watching her grow stronger every day."
"My heart melts when she gives the gift of a little smile. Motherhood really is a journey, and that's why sharing stories & tips is so important," Millie gushed.
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thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Lidl launches pet sun bed to keep them cool in the heatwave for under £20

With parts of the UK expecting a heatwave this week and temperatures soaring to 31 degrees , Lidl is selling an incredible pet sun bed for under £20 , complete with sun shade to keep your animals cool whilst you ’ re relaxing in the sun .
Available in stores from 25th June and as part of the supermarket ’ s Pet Week , treat your pet to the summer ’ s must have garden accessory and the perfect way for your four legged friend to lounge without getting too hot .
Priced at £19.99 , why not pick one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on an essentials outing ?
To find your nearest store , use the store locator which we ’ ve listed here .
Not only does the bed provide shade but protects your pet from the sun up to UV50 and it ’ s raised position provides ventilation to keep them nice and cool .
What ’ s more , for furry friends that really want to cool down in the hot weather , Lidl ’ s Dog Pool ( £29.99 ) is sure to do the trick .
Quick to set up with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a non-slip base and sturdy walls allowing pooches to safely enjoy a summer swim .
Shoppers can also pick up a range of Nerf Water Dog Toys ( £6.99 ) for their playful pup , including Super Soaker Squeak Shark , Mega Tuff Ring , Flyer or Super Soaker Squeaker Tug Ray .
There is something for the athletic animals as well , with Lidl ’ s Dog Agility Set ( £9.99 ) , ideal for keeping dogs active and stimulated .
Shoppers will be able to choose from a range of sets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ QR code and a practical transport bag .
While grumpy cats are cute online , everyone wants their furry friend to be content .
The Grumpy Cat Cat Toy ( £2.49 ) and Simon ’ s Cat Scratching Post ( £9.99 ) are perfect for keeping pets entertained all day long while also helping to maintain their grooming routine .
For the full range that ’ s available in store from 25th June , we ’ ve listed all the products below .
And this isn ’ t the only reason to visit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their Baby and Toddler week is back - where you can get items from 55p and branded items like Tommee Tippee are included too .
You can also get an outdoor pizza oven for less than £100 from Lidl that couldn ’ t have arrived at a better time .
But get it whilst you can as stocks won ’ t last for long .

The supermarket is selling a range of pet items to coincide with their Pet Week which is happening from the 25th June in store
Lidl launches pet sun bed to keep them cool in the heatwave for under £20
With parts of the UK expecting a heatwave this week and temperatures soaring to 31 degrees, Lidl is selling an incredible pet sun bed for under £20, complete with sun shade to keep your animals cool whilst you’re relaxing in the sun.
Available in stores from 25th June and as part of the supermarket’s Pet Week, treat your pet to the summer’s must have garden accessory and the perfect way for your four legged friend to lounge without getting too hot.
Priced at £19.99, why not pick one up on your next visit to Lidl on an essentials outing? To find your nearest store, use the store locator which we’ve listed here.
Not only does the bed provide shade but protects your pet from the sun up to UV50 and it’s raised position provides ventilation to keep them nice and cool.
What’s more, for furry friends that really want to cool down in the hot weather, Lidl’s Dog Pool (£29.99) is sure to do the trick. Quick to set up with no inflating required, the pool has a non-slip base and sturdy walls allowing pooches to safely enjoy a summer swim.
Shoppers can also pick up a range of Nerf Water Dog Toys (£6.99) for their playful pup, including Super Soaker Squeak Shark, Mega Tuff Ring, Flyer or Super Soaker Squeaker Tug Ray.
There is something for the athletic animals as well, with Lidl’s Dog Agility Set (£9.99), ideal for keeping dogs active and stimulated. Shoppers will be able to choose from a range of sets, complete with training videos accessible via QR code and a practical transport bag.
While grumpy cats are cute online, everyone wants their furry friend to be content. The Grumpy Cat Cat Toy (£2.49) and Simon’s Cat Scratching Post (£9.99) are perfect for keeping pets entertained all day long while also helping to maintain their grooming routine.
For the full range that’s available in store from 25th June, we’ve listed all the products below.
Top Pet Week buys from Lidl:
Dog Pool - £29.99
Pet Bed with Sun Shade - £19.99
Dog Agility Set - £9.99
Pet Car Seat Cover - £6.99
Step on Dog Water Fountain - £9.99
Pet Travel Kit - £14.99
Simon’s Cat Cat Scratching Post - £9.99
Simon’s Cat Cat Bed - £9.99
Grumpy Cat Cat Toy - £2.49
Micro-Chip Cat Flap - £44.99
Pet Grooming Set - £14.99
And this isn’t the only reason to visit Lidl in the next few weeks as their Baby and Toddler week is back - where you can get items from 55p and branded items like Tommee Tippee are included too.
You can also get an outdoor pizza oven for less than £100 from Lidl that couldn’t have arrived at a better time. But get it whilst you can as stocks won’t last for long.


thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Phil Schofield hints at naughty teenage years during accidental slip-up

Phillip Schofield hinted that he was a naughty teenager on Monday 's This Morning .
The TV host , 58 , appeared to accidentally slip-up about boozing before the legal age after he shared his memories from the The Langham Hotel in London back in the day .
Phil 's admission came after Josie Gibson appeared in a segment to advertise a competition being run on the programme .
He recalled his late teen years partying and drinking and began by stating `` when I was 17 '' before backtracking and appearing to edit the story once noticing his slip-up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was 17 , '' before then pausing and adding , `` then 18 , because I am about to talk about a bar .
`` The BBC club was in there , and I started working as a booking clerk at Broadcasting House , which was right across the road , and the BBC club was right over the over side of the road .
In the Langham . ''
Phil then added : `` It is much posher now . ''
He then reiterated : `` I was 18 . ''
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in for Holly Willoughby - giggled .
Earlier this year , Phil released a statement earlier in which he said he had come to the terms with the fact that he 's gay after talking about it behind closed doors with his family .
Phillip has been married to his wife Stephanie Lowe since 1993 and they share daughters Molly , 27 , and Ruby , 24 .
He revealed the truth about his sexuality earlier this year by releasing a lengthy post on Instagram .
Later that same day , he sat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Willoughby to be interviewed on the ITV show .
He praised his wife and his daughters for the way they had supported him as he came to terms with his true self .
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Phillip Schofield appeared to make an admission about engaging in underage drinking during an accidental slip-up on Monday's This Morning
Phil Schofield hints at naughty teenage years during accidental slip-up on This Morning
Phillip Schofield hinted that he was a naughty teenager on Monday's This Morning.
The TV host, 58, appeared to accidentally slip-up about boozing before the legal age after he shared his memories from the The Langham Hotel in London back in the day.
Phil's admission came after Josie Gibson appeared in a segment to advertise a competition being run on the programme.
Image: ITV) ITV)
He recalled his late teen years partying and drinking and began by stating "when I was 17" before backtracking and appearing to edit the story once noticing his slip-up.
Phil said, "when I was 17," before then pausing and adding, "then 18, because I am about to talk about a bar.
"The BBC club was in there, and I started working as a booking clerk at Broadcasting House, which was right across the road, and the BBC club was right over the over side of the road. In the Langham."
Image: ITV) ITV)
Phil then added: "It is much posher now."
He then reiterated: "I was 18."
In response his co-host Davina McCall - standing in for Holly Willoughby - giggled.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Earlier this year, Phil released a statement earlier in which he said he had come to the terms with the fact that he's gay after talking about it behind closed doors with his family.
Phillip has been married to his wife Stephanie Lowe since 1993 and they share daughters Molly, 27, and Ruby, 24.
He revealed the truth about his sexuality earlier this year by releasing a lengthy post on Instagram.
Later that same day, he sat down with his This Morning co-star Holly Willoughby to be interviewed on the ITV show.
He praised his wife and his daughters for the way they had supported him as he came to terms with his true self.
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thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Katie Hopkins' crumpling empire - libel case, Twitter ban and loss of £1m home

Racist Katie Hopkins has finally been given the boot - for good this time - from Twitter .
The site recently confirmed that the far-right extremist has been permanently banned for her `` hateful conduct '' .
But while a major blow for the formerly prolific tweeter , it 's far from the first obstacle she 's faced during her long , and deeply controversial , career in the spotlight .
Hopkins has been hit with numerous financial struggles in the past , from being sacked by two newspapers to a humiliating libel case .
While it 's not clear @ @ @ @ @ @ @ losing her Twitter platform - where she was retweeted by Donald Trump - is a huge setback for Hopkins and her bigoted views .
Katie was faced with a hefty bill for legal fees after being sued by the food writer Jack Monroe for libel .
Jack triumphed in her case , with Hopkins left humiliated and expected to pay half a million quid in legal fees .
She was even forced to flog her £1 million Devon home to cover the costs , whinging at the time that speaking her mind had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was forced to sell [ the house ] for £950,000 in early 2018 to pay off a legal bill in excess of £500,000 , '' she told The Sunday Times .
Hopkins made no apology for levelling the false accusation against Monroe that she had vandalised a war memorial .
Amid the 2017 legal battle , she did admit she regretted not acting sooner to settle the case out of court .
She was forced to take out an Individual Voluntary Agreement ( IVA ) to deal with her debt - paying back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
An old tweet came back to haunt her , in which she poured her customary scorn on those who found themselves in debt .
`` The only thing that people in debt have in common , '' she had tweeted in 2014 , `` other than bad money management , is an ability to blame anyone but themselves .
# debtdebate . ''
Staff at radio station LBC were said to have cheered when it was announced by station bosses that Hopkins would be leaving `` immediately . ''
She presented a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ between 2016 and 2017 , with her own Sunday morning talk show .
During her shows she would take calls from the public - and never shied away from airing her own far right views .
But Hopkins ' time on LBC came to a grinding halt after she tweeted her call for a `` final solution '' following the terror attacks in 2017 on the Manchester Arena .
She went on to amend the post , and later deleted it all together .
LBC soon announced : `` LBC and Katie Hopkins @ @ @ @ @ @ @ effective immmediately . ''
Not long after , Hopkins appeared on Fox News where she railed against the `` silencing '' of right-wing views .
Sacked from The Sun and MailOnline Hopkins was hired by The Sun in 2013 as a columnist , before moving to MailOnline in 2015 .
It was during her tenure at the former that she penned one of the most distasteful works of her career , in which she compared migrants travelling across the Mediterranean to `` cockroaches '' .
`` Make no mistake , '' Hopkins wrote @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` They might look a bit 'Bob Geldof 's Ethiopia circa 1984 ' , but they are built to survive a nuclear bomb .
They are survivors . ''
Moving to MailOnline for two years until 2017 , she courted further controversy with inaccurate accusations against two Muslim men .
She falsely accused them of being banned from flying to the US over alleged links to terrorist group Al-Qaeda .
The article was pulled from the site , the Daily Mail Group forced to apologise , pay damages and cover the legal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2015 - a busy year for Hopkins - also saw her land her own TLC chat show , If Katie Hopkins Ruled The World .
It was ditched after a single series because ratings were n't high enough .
Mirror Online has reached out to Katie 's rep for comment .
Why was Katie Hopkins banned from Twitter ?
Hopkins ' final vile tweets that got her booted off of Twitter concerned footballer Marcus Rashford - and his campaign to get underprivileged kids free school meals over the summer .
`` Dear @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do you think women should think about how they are going to feed a child before they decide to have it ?
`` I do not want to pay to feed other people 's kids .
You are welcome to . ''
Then , in reference to the social media trend Blackout Tuesday , Hopkins declared it `` # whiteoutwednesday '' .
Mocking the Black Lives Matter movement , Hopkins wrote : `` Today is # whiteoutwednesday .
I will shortly be posting a picture of my a**e. Thank you . ''
Hopkins @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be banned from the site .
Stephen Yaxley-Lennon - the real name of former English Defence League leader Tommy Robinson - had his access revoked after breaching the site 's `` hateful conduct '' policies .
He 's also been banned from Instagram and Facebook .
This was the same reasoning behind Hopkins ' ban .
In 2017 , the accounts of Britain First leaders Paul Golding and Jayda Fransen were suspended under anti-abuse rules .
Milo Yiannopoulos , a far-right writer and self-described `` most fabulous supervillain on the Internet '' , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flames of harassment of actress Leslie Jones .

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Far-right racist Katie Hopkins has been left reeling after being booted off Twitter - and she's had significant financial troubles after being forced to cough up £500,000 in legal fees
Racist Katie Hopkins has finally been given the boot - for good this time - from Twitter.
The site recently confirmed that the far-right extremist has been permanently banned for her "hateful conduct".
But while a major blow for the formerly prolific tweeter, it's far from the first obstacle she's faced during her long, and deeply controversial, career in the spotlight.
Hopkins has been hit with numerous financial struggles in the past, from being sacked by two newspapers to a humiliating libel case.
While it's not clear where her career will go next, losing her Twitter platform - where she was retweeted by Donald Trump - is a huge setback for Hopkins and her bigoted views.
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Libel case, £500,000 legal fees and selling her home
Katie was faced with a hefty bill for legal fees after being sued by the food writer Jack Monroe for libel.
Jack triumphed in her case, with Hopkins left humiliated and expected to pay half a million quid in legal fees.
She was even forced to flog her £1 million Devon home to cover the costs, whinging at the time that speaking her mind had cost her her career.
Image: WireImage) WireImage)
"I was forced to sell [the house] for £950,000 in early 2018 to pay off a legal bill in excess of £500,000," she told The Sunday Times.
Hopkins made no apology for levelling the false accusation against Monroe that she had vandalised a war memorial.
Amid the 2017 legal battle, she did admit she regretted not acting sooner to settle the case out of court.
She was forced to take out an Individual Voluntary Agreement (IVA) to deal with her debt - paying back her creditors through a debt management scheme.
Image: Twitter) Twitter)
An old tweet came back to haunt her, in which she poured her customary scorn on those who found themselves in debt.
"The only thing that people in debt have in common," she had tweeted in 2014, "other than bad money management, is an ability to blame anyone but themselves. #debtdebate."
Sacked from LBC
Staff at radio station LBC were said to have cheered when it was announced by station bosses that Hopkins would be leaving "immediately."
She presented a show for just over a year, between 2016 and 2017, with her own Sunday morning talk show.
During her shows she would take calls from the public - and never shied away from airing her own far right views.
Image: LBC) LBC)
But Hopkins' time on LBC came to a grinding halt after she tweeted her call for a "final solution" following the terror attacks in 2017 on the Manchester Arena.
She went on to amend the post, and later deleted it all together.
LBC soon announced: "LBC and Katie Hopkins have agreed that Katie will leave LBC effective immmediately."
Not long after, Hopkins appeared on Fox News where she railed against the "silencing" of right-wing views.
Sacked from The Sun and MailOnline
Hopkins was hired by The Sun in 2013 as a columnist, before moving to MailOnline in 2015.
It was during her tenure at the former that she penned one of the most distasteful works of her career, in which she compared migrants travelling across the Mediterranean to "cockroaches".
"Make no mistake," Hopkins wrote, "these migrants are like cockroaches.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"They might look a bit 'Bob Geldof's Ethiopia circa 1984', but they are built to survive a nuclear bomb. They are survivors."
Moving to MailOnline for two years until 2017, she courted further controversy with inaccurate accusations against two Muslim men.
She falsely accused them of being banned from flying to the US over alleged links to terrorist group Al-Qaeda.
Image: Twitter) Twitter)
The article was pulled from the site, the Daily Mail Group forced to apologise, pay damages and cover the legal costs of the action against them.
Hopkins apologised via Twitter.
TLC series dropped over low ratings
2015 - a busy year for Hopkins - also saw her land her own TLC chat show, If Katie Hopkins Ruled The World.
It was ditched after a single series because ratings weren't high enough.
Mirror Online has reached out to Katie's rep for comment.
Why was Katie Hopkins banned from Twitter?
Hopkins' final vile tweets that got her booted off of Twitter concerned footballer Marcus Rashford - and his campaign to get underprivileged kids free school meals over the summer.
"Dear @MarcusRashford," Hopkins tweeted, "do you think women should think about how they are going to feed a child before they decide to have it?
"I do not want to pay to feed other people's kids. You are welcome to."
Then, in reference to the social media trend Blackout Tuesday, Hopkins declared it "#whiteoutwednesday".
Image: PA) PA)
Mocking the Black Lives Matter movement, Hopkins wrote: "Today is #whiteoutwednesday. I will shortly be posting a picture of my a**e. Thank you."
Hopkins isn't the first far-right activist to be banned from the site.
Stephen Yaxley-Lennon - the real name of former English Defence League leader Tommy Robinson - had his access revoked after breaching the site's "hateful conduct" policies.
Image: PA) PA)
He's also been banned from Instagram and Facebook.
This was the same reasoning behind Hopkins' ban.
In 2017, the accounts of Britain First leaders Paul Golding and Jayda Fransen were suspended under anti-abuse rules.
Milo Yiannopoulos, a far-right writer and self-described "most fabulous supervillain on the Internet", was permanently banned after allegedly fanning the flames of harassment of actress Leslie Jones.
Mirror Online has contacted Hopkins' rep for comment.


thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Strictly's biggest bust ups when celebs and their pro partners don't get on

Strictly Come Dancing is the ultimate family entertainment show .
The BBC ballroom dancing smash hit is top of the TV ratings chart year after year as audiences ca n't wait to see who waltzes off with the Glitterball .
Many firm friendships have been formed on the dancefloor , along with some steamy romances .
But not every partnership between a celebrity and their professional partner has a harmonious ending .
Several of the stars and dancers taking part have definitely mis-stepped during their Strictly journey .
Here are some of the worst Strictly bust-ups .
Back in 2018 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ go all the way with a raft of high scoring routines at the start of the competition .
But just a few weeks in and it was less dancing for joy and more ballroom blitz .
The Red Dwarf star was the seventh celeb to be eliminated from the competition but it came after rumours of his fractured relationship with Amy began to steal the headlines .
There were reports of behind-the-scenes rows , with Amy even said to have been left in tears , and the pair even confessed they 'd had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ show , It Takes Two .
Then , following their exit from the competition , Danny did n't appear on It Takes Two but firmly denied any bullying claims .
He then went on to say that Strictly had `` created stories '' about him , which the BBC always stressed had not been the case .
MasterChef judge Gregg was the first celebrity to be booted off the 2014 series of Strictly .
It seems he was n't happy with how things had turned out and had a savage theory about why @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` I love dancing , but if I were paired with somebody who liked me then I would have done better . ''
And it seems he was n't the only one who was n't happy with their partnership .
In the weeks that followed , Aliona liked several posts on social media calling for her to be given a better partner in future series of Strictly .
The following year she was paired with Jay McGuiness from The Wanted and the pair went on to victory .
US singing superstar @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in 2016 .
The pair finished 10th in the competition and Anastacia has been open about her backstage battles with her professional partner .
She said : `` We ’ ve definitely had some conversations , I won ’ t lie about that .
“ I think we ’ re both two very strong-minded individuals in a process , but we get along very , very well.
” During the show , Brendan always denied reports the pair were getting on .
But two years later , in a stinging remark , Anastacia @ @ @ @ @ @ @ almost everyone from the show - apart from her former pro partner .
Giovanni had been dating Laura 's pal , Georgia May Foote , until just before training started for the 2016 season of the show .
The couple had met on Strictly the previous year but both insisted their split was amicable .
However , Laura has spoken openly about the difficult time she had on the show .
In a blog on HuffPost she said : `` I was placed with a dance partner I was extremely uncomfortable with – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I cried every day .
And I really was broken , both mentally and physically , by the end .
`` To the outside world I tried to suck it up and smile , and I did that to the best of my ability , but it affected me deeply .
`` My friends and family knew that I was struggling .
And they were there for me . ''
Fern is one of the UK 's most loved presenters and she was delighted to appear on Strictly on 2012 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ week six of the ballroom competition but she claims their training sessions were anything but fun .
She said he would `` shove '' her in rehearsals and that the pair bickered .
The former This Morning host added : `` He was like , ‘ Shut your face .
Go home before I kill you ’ .
“ I would say , ‘ Oh please just kill me , it would be easier ’ .
Or what was his other one ?
‘ If you go for a cup of tea now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ atomic bomb.
’ I thought , well I won ’ t correct him on that one.
” Artem always insisted that was n't how he had felt the training sessions were and that he had treated Fern with `` respect and genuine care '' .
Anton is one of the most popular pros on Strictly but even he is n't immune to a bit of backstage friction .
After he and Nancy were eliminated in 2011 Anton claimed she had `` never got that good '' at a public event .
However , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for her poor performances .
It seems 2011 was the year for falling out as 60s sensation Lulu and Brendan Cole were reported to be having problems working together .
Lulu was said to have cried after every show .
During an appearance on Loose Women the professional dancer said she had been his worst ever partner .
He added : `` She felt the same about me , so it ’ s alright . ''
The late Lynda Bellingham appeared on Strictly in 2009 and was the fourth celeb to leave the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her widower , Michael Pattemore , revealed she had found the experience miserable .
He said : `` All the way through rehearsals she didn ’ t mind training hard , but it was solid dance .
He was just hard work .
`` If Lynda had had a partner like Anton Du Beke or someone , now they would have had some fun together . ''
And it is n't just the celebs and their partners that have beef - and it is n't always behind the scenes .
Back in 2017 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a huge bust up and he has never returned to Strictly .
Brendan was unhappy with some of the criticism she gave one of his routines and bit back .
Shirley was clearly not happy with his response .
She said : `` He ’ s confrontational .
Every other professional was extremely respectful , very well-mannered . ''
The dancer has since confessed that he fears his row with Shirley may have cost him his job on the show .

Strictly Come Dancing is one of the biggest shows on TV and perfect family entertainment - but not everyone gets on
Strictly's biggest bust ups when celebs and their pro partners don't get on
Strictly Come Dancing is the ultimate family entertainment show.
The BBC ballroom dancing smash hit is top of the TV ratings chart year after year as audiences can't wait to see who waltzes off with the Glitterball.
Many firm friendships have been formed on the dancefloor, along with some steamy romances.
But not every partnership between a celebrity and their professional partner has a harmonious ending.
Several of the stars and dancers taking part have definitely mis-stepped during their Strictly journey.
Here are some of the worst Strictly bust-ups.
Danny John-Jules and Amy Dowden
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Back in 2018, this pair looked like their could go all the way with a raft of high scoring routines at the start of the competition.
But just a few weeks in and it was less dancing for joy and more ballroom blitz.
The Red Dwarf star was the seventh celeb to be eliminated from the competition but it came after rumours of his fractured relationship with Amy began to steal the headlines.
There were reports of behind-the-scenes rows, with Amy even said to have been left in tears, and the pair even confessed they'd had a disagreement during an appearance on spin-off show, It Takes Two.
Then, following their exit from the competition, Danny didn't appear on It Takes Two but firmly denied any bullying claims.
He then went on to say that Strictly had "created stories" about him, which the BBC always stressed had not been the case.
Gregg Wallace and Aliona Vilani
Image: BBC) BBC)
MasterChef judge Gregg was the first celebrity to be booted off the 2014 series of Strictly.
It seems he wasn't happy with how things had turned out and had a savage theory about why he had fared so badly.
Gregg said: "I love dancing, but if I were paired with somebody who liked me then I would have done better."
And it seems he wasn't the only one who wasn't happy with their partnership.
In the weeks that followed, Aliona liked several posts on social media calling for her to be given a better partner in future series of Strictly.
The following year she was paired with Jay McGuiness from The Wanted and the pair went on to victory.
Anastacia and Brendan Cole
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US singing superstar Anastacia was paired with Brendan Cole back in 2016.
The pair finished 10th in the competition and Anastacia has been open about her backstage battles with her professional partner.
She said: "We’ve definitely had some conversations, I won’t lie about that.
“I think we’re both two very strong-minded individuals in a process, but we get along very, very well.”
During the show, Brendan always denied reports the pair were getting on.
But two years later, in a stinging remark, Anastacia revealed she was still in touch with almost everyone from the show - apart from her former pro partner.
Laura Whitmore and Giovanni Pernice
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Giovanni had been dating Laura's pal, Georgia May Foote, until just before training started for the 2016 season of the show.
The couple had met on Strictly the previous year but both insisted their split was amicable.
However, Laura has spoken openly about the difficult time she had on the show.
In a blog on HuffPost she said: "I was placed with a dance partner I was extremely uncomfortable with – and in the end I felt broken.
"I cried every day. And I really was broken, both mentally and physically, by the end.
"To the outside world I tried to suck it up and smile, and I did that to the best of my ability, but it affected me deeply.
"My friends and family knew that I was struggling. And they were there for me."
Fern Britton and Artem Chigvintsev
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Fern is one of the UK's most loved presenters and she was delighted to appear on Strictly on 2012.
Fern and Artem made it through to week six of the ballroom competition but she claims their training sessions were anything but fun.
She said he would "shove" her in rehearsals and that the pair bickered.
The former This Morning host added: "He was like, ‘Shut your face. Go home before I kill you’.
“I would say, ‘Oh please just kill me, it would be easier’. Or what was his other one? ‘If you go for a cup of tea now, I will blow off like an atomic bomb.’ I thought, well I won’t correct him on that one.”
Artem always insisted that wasn't how he had felt the training sessions were and that he had treated Fern with "respect and genuine care".
Nancy Dell’Olio and Anton Du Beke
Image: BBC) BBC)
Anton is one of the most popular pros on Strictly but even he isn't immune to a bit of backstage friction.
After he and Nancy were eliminated in 2011 Anton claimed she had "never got that good" at a public event.
However, she is said to have blamed him for her poor performances.
Lulu and Brendan Cole
Image: BBC) BBC)
It seems 2011 was the year for falling out as 60s sensation Lulu and Brendan Cole were reported to be having problems working together.
Lulu was said to have cried after every show.
During an appearance on Loose Women the professional dancer said she had been his worst ever partner.
He added: "She felt the same about me, so it’s alright."
Lynda Bellingham and Darren Bennett
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The late Lynda Bellingham appeared on Strictly in 2009 and was the fourth celeb to leave the show.
But following her tragic death her widower, Michael Pattemore, revealed she had found the experience miserable.
He said: "All the way through rehearsals she didn’t mind training hard, but it was solid dance. He was just hard work.
"If Lynda had had a partner like Anton Du Beke or someone, now they would have had some fun together."
Brendan Cole and Shirley Ballas
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And it isn't just the celebs and their partners that have beef - and it isn't always behind the scenes.
Back in 2017, Brendan Cole and judge Shirley had a huge bust up and he has never returned to Strictly.
Brendan was unhappy with some of the criticism she gave one of his routines and bit back.
Shirley was clearly not happy with his response.
She said: "He’s confrontational. Every other professional was extremely respectful, very well-mannered."
The dancer has since confessed that he fears his row with Shirley may have cost him his job on the show.


thedailymirror--2020-06-22--Jordan Henderson makes Liverpool admission after Everton draw

Jordan Henderson has admitted Liverpool could have done better in the final third against Everton .
The Reds skipper reckons that he and his team-mates lacked their usual cutting edge on Sunday as they were held to a goalless draw in a Merseyside derby at Goodison Park .
It was only the second time Liverpool – who were without talisman Mo Salah – had failed to score in a Premier League game all season .
Henderson was happy with the visitors ’ defensive performance and their pressing game as they moved a step closer to being crowned champions of England @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But he spotted that Liverpool lacked sharpness up front after the three-month pause .
“ We tried to adapt to the situation but overall obviously we are disappointed because we wanted to come here and get the three points , ” he told the club ’ s official website after the game .
“ But there are still plenty of positives , a clean sheet and I thought we defended really well .
We just lacked that bit in the final third .
“ The intensity was pretty good with the counter-pressing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
I thought that was good .
We were unlucky with a couple of injuries and hopefully they are not too bad .
“ Overall , we ’ ve just got to take it , move on and try to be better in the next game.
” Henderson made no excuses for the display despite the long layoff and insisted that the Reds must improve in order to secure the remaining points required to clinch the title .
He continued : “ Yes , it is different but it ’ s the same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ got to adapt as best we can .
At the end of the day we are here to come and play football and to win games and that ’ s what we are focused on .
“ Every game in the Premier League is tough and each team .
You look at our next game against Crystal Palace , who performed well on Saturday , so every game we play will be tough .
We ’ ve just got to perform as best as we can and try and win as many games @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said , in the final third I think we can be a little bit better and more clinical , but we ’ ll get ready now for Wednesday.
” Liverpool are next in action against Crystal Palace on Wednesday night in their first behind closed doors game at Anfield .
Provided Manchester City beat Burnley on Monday , a win would mean that they could clinch the league at the Etihad Stadium , becoming statistically one of the earliest champions in July .

The Reds skipper acknowledged that his side failed to display the clinical attacking that has all but won them the league
Jordan Henderson has admitted Liverpool could have done better in the final third against Everton.
The Reds skipper reckons that he and his team-mates lacked their usual cutting edge on Sunday as they were held to a goalless draw in a Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.
It was only the second time Liverpool – who were without talisman Mo Salah – had failed to score in a Premier League game all season.
Henderson was happy with the visitors’ defensive performance and their pressing game as they moved a step closer to being crowned champions of England for the first time in 30 years.
But he spotted that Liverpool lacked sharpness up front after the three-month pause.
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“We tried to adapt to the situation but overall obviously we are disappointed because we wanted to come here and get the three points,” he told the club’s official website after the game.
“But there are still plenty of positives, a clean sheet and I thought we defended really well. We just lacked that bit in the final third.
“The intensity was pretty good with the counter-pressing with the ball higher up the pitch. I thought that was good. We were unlucky with a couple of injuries and hopefully they are not too bad.
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“Overall, we’ve just got to take it, move on and try to be better in the next game.”
Henderson made no excuses for the display despite the long layoff and insisted that the Reds must improve in order to secure the remaining points required to clinch the title.
He continued: “Yes, it is different but it’s the same for everyone so we’ve just got to adapt as best we can. At the end of the day we are here to come and play football and to win games and that’s what we are focused on.
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“Every game in the Premier League is tough and each team. You look at our next game against Crystal Palace, who performed well on Saturday, so every game we play will be tough. We’ve just got to perform as best as we can and try and win as many games as we can.
“Like I said, in the final third I think we can be a little bit better and more clinical, but we’ll get ready now for Wednesday.”
Liverpool are next in action against Crystal Palace on Wednesday night in their first behind closed doors game at Anfield.
Provided Manchester City beat Burnley on Monday, a win would mean that they could clinch the league at the Etihad Stadium, becoming statistically one of the earliest champions in July.