thedailymirror--2020-11-13--Strictly bosses 'could ask Nicola Adams and Katya Jones back in 2021 after exit'

Nicola Adams and Katya Jones may have seen their historic Strictly Come Dancing partnership pulled from the show early but they may be asked to return in 2021 .
Strictly bosses have had to act swiftly after 31-year-old Katya tested positive for coronavirus after she left her bubble to 'get a sandwich ' from a local shop during rehearsals .
This has meant that she has had to go into isolation , as well as her partner on the dance floor , Nicola , 38 , which has led to them having to exit the BBC show as they will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Judge Motsi Mabuse has also had to isolate after an 'emergency trip ' to her home in Germany , meaning she will also miss two live shows and It Takes Two presenter Rylan Clark-Neal has been told to stay home after being in contact with a colleague who has Covid .
While this has meant that Strictly bosses have seen their coronavirus plans come into operation , it has also shook the show as the week is turned upside down .
There is some light at the end of the tunnel for Katya @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have seemingly left it open for the pair to return in the future , to reprise their historic pairing .
A precedent was set last year when reality star Jamie Laing was asked back this time after he suffered an injury in training before the series started in 2019 .
This could mean that Nicola and Katya are afforded the same chance after they were forced to quit after just two live shows .
Strictly boss Sarah James has indicated that all is not lost and said in a statement that they could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` We 'd like to thank them for their commitment and although their time in the competition has sadly come to an end , we are hopeful that there will be opportunities for them to dance again in the future . ''
Nicola , for her part , has said she was `` gutted '' to be ending her time on the BBC show in this manner .
`` I ’ m absolutely devastated my Strictly journey has come to an end so soon .
I had so much more to give @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for .
`` I ’ m gutted to be out of the competition but in these unprecedented times - and as frustrating as it is - the COVID measures in place are to keep everyone safe , and I ’ m doing what I can to help . ''
*Strictly Come Dancing continues this Saturday at 8pm on BBC One .
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Olympic gold medal-winning boxer Nicola Adams and her professional dance partner Katya Jones could be asked to renew their historic coupling on the dance floor after their shock exit from Strictly
Nicola Adams and Katya Jones may have seen their historic Strictly Come Dancing partnership pulled from the show early but they may be asked to return in 2021.
Strictly bosses have had to act swiftly after 31-year-old Katya tested positive for coronavirus after she left her bubble to 'get a sandwich' from a local shop during rehearsals.
This has meant that she has had to go into isolation, as well as her partner on the dance floor, Nicola, 38, which has led to them having to exit the BBC show as they will miss two weeks of live shows.
Judge Motsi Mabuse has also had to isolate after an 'emergency trip' to her home in Germany, meaning she will also miss two live shows and It Takes Two presenter Rylan Clark-Neal has been told to stay home after being in contact with a colleague who has Covid.
Image: BBC/Guy Levy) BBC/Guy Levy)
While this has meant that Strictly bosses have seen their coronavirus plans come into operation, it has also shook the show as the week is turned upside down.
There is some light at the end of the tunnel for Katya and Nicola though, as the BBC have seemingly left it open for the pair to return in the future, to reprise their historic pairing.
A precedent was set last year when reality star Jamie Laing was asked back this time after he suffered an injury in training before the series started in 2019.
Image: TIM STEWART NEWS LIMITED) TIM STEWART NEWS LIMITED)
This could mean that Nicola and Katya are afforded the same chance after they were forced to quit after just two live shows.
Strictly boss Sarah James has indicated that all is not lost and said in a statement that they could "dance again".
She said: "We'd like to thank them for their commitment and although their time in the competition has sadly come to an end, we are hopeful that there will be opportunities for them to dance again in the future."
Image: PA) PA)
Nicola, for her part, has said she was "gutted" to be ending her time on the BBC show in this manner.
"I’m absolutely devastated my Strictly journey has come to an end so soon. I had so much more to give and so many people to win this for.
"I’m gutted to be out of the competition but in these unprecedented times - and as frustrating as it is - the COVID measures in place are to keep everyone safe, and I’m doing what I can to help."
*Strictly Come Dancing continues this Saturday at 8pm on BBC One.
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thedailymirror--2020-11-13--Strictly's Shirley Ballas 'terrified to go out front door' after Covid hits show

Shirley Ballas has spoken about how she is 'terrified ' to leave her house after Strictly Come Dancing was left in turmoil by coronavirus .
Professional dancer Katya Jones has tested positive for Covid-19 and this has meant she has been eliminated from the BBC show along with her dance partner , gold-winning Olympic boxer , Nicola Adams .
The pair had made show history by being the first same-sex couple to compete but it has come to an abrupt end after Katya contracted the virus .
Despite being in a bubble so that the show could work within coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Katya may have caught the virus `` in a sandwich shop '' during a break .
Judge Motsi Mabuse is also self-isolating after being forced to make an `` urgent '' trip to Germany .
She will miss two shows and be replaced by pro dancer Anton Du Beke .
Meanwhile , It Takes Two presenter Rylan Clark-Neal has also been forced to isolate after coming into contact with a confirmed case .
All this has made 60-year-old head judge Shirley worry about her efforts to protect herself from the virus .
Speaking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is `` nervous '' to leave her her home for fear of contracting coronavirus but `` absolutely has to '' .
Shirley said : `` We go shopping , touch something , it 's on a box , not even necessarily at the BBC .
It could be anywhere out there .
`` I 'm so nervous to go out the front door in case I absolutely have to .
So vigilance and hoping you 're not one of the ones who get it . ''
Speaking about how Katya , 31 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leave the competition early , Shirley said : `` I 'm absolutely gutted .
It 's historic , this partnership .
`` It was doing so well , and of course we wish them a speedy recovery and that Katya gets better .
`` It 's too hard to call who could win , but certainly with the dances they had they were going to go far , in my estimation . ''
Shirley added : `` It was just a fantastic team and partnership and they brought light every week .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well . ''
The Sun has reported that BBC bosses are furious about this outcome and a source told that that they feel Katya `` must have broken the strict guidelines '' and are worried that others on the show are at risk .
Four members of the Strictly crew have been forced to isolate after being in contact with Katya and the source said : `` The BBC 's top brass are mutinous .
It 's been drummed into everyone that they need to follow protocol at all times – and some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the rules .
`` Katya has been living alone at her flat and people have speculated whether she caught it when she went to grab a coffee and sandwich from shops during a break in training .
`` The BBC have since spoken to all the celebs and dancers and they 've been told to bring in packed lunches from now on . ''
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KATYA AND NICOLA FORCED TO PULL OUT OF THIS YEAR'S STRICTLY
KATYA AND NICOLA FORCED TO PULL OUT OF THIS YEAR'S STRICTLY
Shirley Ballas has admitted that the exit of Nicola Adams and Katya Jones from this year's Strictly Come Dancing after a Covid scare has made her worry about catching the virus
Shirley Ballas has spoken about how she is 'terrified' to leave her house after Strictly Come Dancing was left in turmoil by coronavirus.
Professional dancer Katya Jones has tested positive for Covid-19 and this has meant she has been eliminated from the BBC show along with her dance partner, gold-winning Olympic boxer, Nicola Adams.
The pair had made show history by being the first same-sex couple to compete but it has come to an abrupt end after Katya contracted the virus.
Despite being in a bubble so that the show could work within coronavirus restrictions, it has been reported that Katya may have caught the virus "in a sandwich shop" during a break.
Judge Motsi Mabuse is also self-isolating after being forced to make an "urgent" trip to Germany.
She will miss two shows and be replaced by pro dancer Anton Du Beke.
Meanwhile, It Takes Two presenter Rylan Clark-Neal has also been forced to isolate after coming into contact with a confirmed case.
Image: BBC) BBC)
All this has made 60-year-old head judge Shirley worry about her efforts to protect herself from the virus.
Speaking on TalkRadio, she said that she is "nervous" to leave her her home for fear of contracting coronavirus but "absolutely has to".
Shirley said: "We go shopping, touch something, it's on a box, not even necessarily at the BBC. It could be anywhere out there.
"I'm so nervous to go out the front door in case I absolutely have to. So vigilance and hoping you're not one of the ones who get it."
Image: BBC) BBC)
Speaking about how Katya, 31, and Nicola, 38, had to leave the competition early, Shirley said: "I'm absolutely gutted. It's historic, this partnership.
"It was doing so well, and of course we wish them a speedy recovery and that Katya gets better.
"It's too hard to call who could win, but certainly with the dances they had they were going to go far, in my estimation."
Shirley added: "It was just a fantastic team and partnership and they brought light every week. It was fabulous. We wish them both well."
The Sun has reported that BBC bosses are furious about this outcome and a source told that that they feel Katya "must have broken the strict guidelines" and are worried that others on the show are at risk.
Four members of the Strictly crew have been forced to isolate after being in contact with Katya and the source said: "The BBC's top brass are mutinous. It's been drummed into everyone that they need to follow protocol at all times – and some are saying that Katya has clearly broken the rules.
"Katya has been living alone at her flat and people have speculated whether she caught it when she went to grab a coffee and sandwich from shops during a break in training.
"The BBC have since spoken to all the celebs and dancers and they've been told to bring in packed lunches from now on."
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thedailymirror--2020-11-13--Matt Hancock 'willing to be Covid-19 vaccine guinea pig to restore public trust'

Health Secretary Matt Hancock should take the Covid vaccine - and then all MPs - before it is rolled out to the general public to restore trust in politicians , a commentator has said .
Merryn Somerset Webb , editor-in-chief of Money Week , challenged the Cabinet minister to be first in line to take pharmaceutical firm Pfizer 's vaccine candidate , which has proved 90 per cent effective in trials .
During a slightly adapted version of BBC 's Question Time on Thursday , panelists and 16 virtual audience members were allowed to ask Mr Hancock quick fire questions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this week from Dover - voiced concerns about taking any vaccine , which has been developed in a matter of months .
When asked by host Fiona Bruce , the majority raised their hand to agree with Ms Webb that the Health Secretary should be used as a Guinea pig .
Ms Bruce jokingly asked the Money Week editor : `` So , you want to wait to see , basically , if Matt does n't drop to the floor frothing at the mouth - that kind of thing - before you take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said he would `` happily '' take the vaccine `` as soon as I am able to '' .
`` I would be happy to do that , the problem is that would be putting me ahead of the queue in terms of clinical need .
`` Now , because I work in the Department of Health I count as a healthcare worker so if my taking it when healthcare workers are allowed to take it - so not jumping the queue - if that would persuade a single other person to take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I ’ d be absolutely happy to . ''
Ms Webb , who appeared on the show via video link , had said up to 25 percent of people - according to recent surveys - have a `` big trust issue around vaccines '' and called for `` some kind of campaign around the safety '' .
`` There 's probably a very simple way to make the general population believe in the vaccine and trust in the vaccine and perhaps at the same time to increase a little trust in our politicians @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the last nine months , '' she continued .
`` I would suggest that Matt , you have the vaccine first and then every other MP has it and then we can trot it out to a couple of top civil servants as well , so once you 've all had it there 's an element of trust in that .
`` We wait two weeks , every thing is fine , then you can start rolling it out to everyone else . ''
Audience member , Kay , had said she was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there 's been adequate time to put the vaccine through the vigorous testing that we would expect '' .
While Ellie added : `` Are we fully aware of the side effects that could come along with the vaccine ? ''
Panelist Professor Robin Shattock , an immunologist at Imperial College London , assured once a vaccine has been signed off by independent medical scrutiny bodies , it is safe to be rolled out to the general public .
He said during trials it will have been given to 10s of thousands of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how effective the vaccine is long term .
He also emphasised the vaccine stops people getting sick with the virus rather than it preventing people from contracting it .

Money Week editor-in-chief Merryn Somerset Webb was asked if she wanted to see if Health Secretary Matt Hancock "doesn't drop to the floor frothing at the mouth" before taking the vaccine herself
Question Time: Matt Hancock says he's willing to 'be used as Covid vaccine guinea pig'
Health Secretary Matt Hancock should take the Covid vaccine - and then all MPs - before it is rolled out to the general public to restore trust in politicians, a commentator has said.
Merryn Somerset Webb, editor-in-chief of Money Week, challenged the Cabinet minister to be first in line to take pharmaceutical firm Pfizer's vaccine candidate, which has proved 90 per cent effective in trials.
During a slightly adapted version of BBC's Question Time on Thursday, panelists and 16 virtual audience members were allowed to ask Mr Hancock quick fire questions.
Several people in the audience - this week from Dover - voiced concerns about taking any vaccine, which has been developed in a matter of months.
When asked by host Fiona Bruce, the majority raised their hand to agree with Ms Webb that the Health Secretary should be used as a Guinea pig.
Ms Bruce jokingly asked the Money Week editor: "So, you want to wait to see, basically, if Matt doesn't drop to the floor frothing at the mouth - that kind of thing - before you take it, Merryn?"
Fellow panelist Shadow Justice Secretary David Lammy said: "Love it!"
Mr Hancock said he would "happily" take the vaccine "as soon as I am able to".
"I would be happy to do that, the problem is that would be putting me ahead of the queue in terms of clinical need.
"Now, because I work in the Department of Health I count as a healthcare worker so if my taking it when healthcare workers are allowed to take it - so not jumping the queue - if that would persuade a single other person to take it and give confidence to others then I’d be absolutely happy to."
Ms Webb, who appeared on the show via video link, had said up to 25 percent of people - according to recent surveys - have a "big trust issue around vaccines" and called for "some kind of campaign around the safety".
"There's probably a very simple way to make the general population believe in the vaccine and trust in the vaccine and perhaps at the same time to increase a little trust in our politicians which has fallen off quite substantially over the last nine months," she continued.
"I would suggest that Matt, you have the vaccine first and then every other MP has it and then we can trot it out to a couple of top civil servants as well, so once you've all had it there's an element of trust in that.
"We wait two weeks, every thing is fine, then you can start rolling it out to everyone else."
Audience member, Kay, had said she was concerned "because I don't believe there's been adequate time to put the vaccine through the vigorous testing that we would expect".
While Ellie added: "Are we fully aware of the side effects that could come along with the vaccine?"
Panelist Professor Robin Shattock, an immunologist at Imperial College London, assured once a vaccine has been signed off by independent medical scrutiny bodies, it is safe to be rolled out to the general public.
He said during trials it will have been given to 10s of thousands of people, though reiterated it is unclear how effective the vaccine is long term.
He also emphasised the vaccine stops people getting sick with the virus rather than it preventing people from contracting it.


thedailymirror--2020-11-13--Rebel Wilson speaks out about love and weight loss as 'year of health' nears end

Rebel Wilson has spoken out about her weight loss journey this year and how it has changed her love life and her feelings about herself .
The 40-year-old Pitch Perfect actress has transformed many aspects of her life during a year in which many have suffered due to the coronavirus pandemic .
On January 2 , Rebel made a commitment to herself that she would make a difference and now she is into her 11th month of her new regime , she has began celebrating her achievements , which has also brought love to her door .
After losing three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ October that she is `` only 3kg 's away '' from her goal and with that in sight , she has opened up about her relationship with Jacob Busch , who she is seemingly inseparable from since the summer .
While this relationship 's profile has rocketed in recent months , Rebel has said that it was n't her losing weight that sealed the deal as she was dating him before that happened .
Speaking to E !
Online , Rebel said : `` Some people on social media say , 'Oh , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ got a hot boyfriend . '
`` But , what I do want to say to those people is that I actually dated Jacob when I was at my heaviest as well .
`` So , it 's not like I suddenly lost weight , and then you 're like , oh , you get a hot boyfriend - that 's not how it works . ''
Rebel continued : `` This guy liked me at 100 kilos and now 75 kilos .
I just want to clear out that .
`` There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ me because you 're like , oh , it was n't necessarily of what my body type was .
He really likes me for me . ''
Speaking about what she looked for in her perfect partner , there was one overriding factor for Rebel .
She continued : `` The one thing I realised in doing all the emotional work ... what I actually needed is sweetness in somebody , instead of sweetness in like ice cream and brownies ... '' If you 're meeting someone over an app , you ca @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are as a person .
`` And you 've agreed , you 've actually got to just give it a go and flesh it out in real life , I think .
`` But that , to me , that quality of sweetness is just something that I was really after and that 's what Jacob brings to me . ''
Speaking about how her relationship with Jacob is progressing , there is no mention of the ' L ' word but there is still plenty of happiness in their coupling .
Rebel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to keep going and everything is so fun and nice .
`` We will see !
We 're talking about a few getaways , but I do n't know exactly .
He is such a sweetheart and I adore him .
We will see what happens . ''
Reflecting on her transformation this year , Rebel concluded by speaking about how it has made her feel .
She added : `` As you get older , you realise , oh god , I just do n't want to get trashed and wake up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more energy , and I 'm sure like when I was doing Pitch Perfect , there are some nights I did n't go out with the other girls because I would probably be a bit more tired after dancing my a** off .
`` And now , you just have better energy about you .
I feel sad that I did n't learn this earlier , but also this was my journey . ''
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REBEL WILSON SAYS SHE WAS AN EMOTIONAL EATER AS SHE TALKS ABOUT 40LB WEIGHT LOSS
REBEL WILSON SAYS SHE WAS AN EMOTIONAL EATER AS SHE TALKS ABOUT 40LB WEIGHT LOSS
Rebel Wilson has had an incredible weight loss journey since January and with her "year of health" almost up, she has reflected on where she is now compared to 12 months ago
Rebel Wilson speaks out about love and weight loss as 'year of health' nears end
Rebel Wilson has spoken out about her weight loss journey this year and how it has changed her love life and her feelings about herself.
The 40-year-old Pitch Perfect actress has transformed many aspects of her life during a year in which many have suffered due to the coronavirus pandemic.
On January 2, Rebel made a commitment to herself that she would make a difference and now she is into her 11th month of her new regime, she has began celebrating her achievements, which has also brought love to her door.
After losing three stone in weight, Rebel revealed in October that she is "only 3kg's away" from her goal and with that in sight, she has opened up about her relationship with Jacob Busch, who she is seemingly inseparable from since the summer.
Image: Rebel Wilson/Instagram) Rebel Wilson/Instagram)
While this relationship's profile has rocketed in recent months, Rebel has said that it wasn't her losing weight that sealed the deal as she was dating him before that happened.
Speaking to E! Online, Rebel said: "Some people on social media say, 'Oh, well you lost weight and then you got a hot boyfriend.'
"But, what I do want to say to those people is that I actually dated Jacob when I was at my heaviest as well.
"So, it's not like I suddenly lost weight, and then you're like, oh, you get a hot boyfriend - that's not how it works."
Image: Rebel Wilson/Instagram) Rebel Wilson/Instagram)
Rebel continued: "This guy liked me at 100 kilos and now 75 kilos. I just want to clear out that.
"There's something really comforting in that to me because you're like, oh, it wasn't necessarily of what my body type was. He really likes me for me."
Speaking about what she looked for in her perfect partner, there was one overriding factor for Rebel.
She continued: "The one thing I realised in doing all the emotional work... what I actually needed is sweetness in somebody, instead of sweetness in like ice cream and brownies...
"If you're meeting someone over an app, you can't tell how sweet and genuine they are as a person.
"And you've agreed, you've actually got to just give it a go and flesh it out in real life, I think.
"But that, to me, that quality of sweetness is just something that I was really after and that's what Jacob brings to me."
Image: Rebel Wilson/Instagram) Rebel Wilson/Instagram)
Speaking about how her relationship with Jacob is progressing, there is no mention of the 'L' word but there is still plenty of happiness in their coupling.
Rebel said: "Our plans are just to keep going and everything is so fun and nice.
"We will see! We're talking about a few getaways, but I don't know exactly. He is such a sweetheart and I adore him. We will see what happens."
Reflecting on her transformation this year, Rebel concluded by speaking about how it has made her feel.
She added: "As you get older, you realise, oh god, I just don't want to get trashed and wake up and feel tired...
"I got more energy, and I'm sure like when I was doing Pitch Perfect, there are some nights I didn't go out with the other girls because I would probably be a bit more tired after dancing my a** off.
"And now, you just have better energy about you. I feel sad that I didn't learn this earlier, but also this was my journey."
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thedailymirror--2020-11-13--Hundreds of thousands of 'invisible' children falling through gaps, warn peers

Hundreds of thousands of `` invisible '' children are falling through gaps between social and education services across England , according to a damning new report .
Only one in 10 vulnerable children attended school or early years education during lockdown and their plight was made worse by fewer home visits by social workers , the Lords Public Services Committee heard .
Analysis by the Children ’ s Commissioner ’ s Office estimated that 829,000 vulnerable children were invisible to services before the pandemic .
The total is believed to be much higher now after lockdown forced closures of schools @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In the first comprehensive analysis of how public services worked during the pandemic , peers found years of under funding had left local services ill-equipped to cope .
Covid-19 restrictions hit children , disabled people and the Black , Asian and minority ethnic community the hardest , the committee found .
Chairwoman Baroness Armstrong said : “ Government , local authorities and other public service providers are not working together effectively to protect children .
`` Before Covid-19 , many vulnerable children couldn ’ t get the public services they needed .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ because of the lockdown they had little support and many more have become invisible after losing contact with public services during the pandemic.
” The report found `` many deaths from Covid-19 could have been avoided if preventative public health services had been better funded '' .
It said : `` Death rates were highest in the most deprived communities where avoidable health conditions made people more vulnerable .
`` Poor health is particularly prevalent among black and ethnic minority people living in poverty - almost one third of all hospital patients critically @ @ @ @ @ @ @ despite making up just 13 % of the UK population '' .
Town hall leaders said councils had played a crucial role during the pandemic and called for ministers to dedicate resources in the upcoming Spending Review .
Cllr James Jamieson , Chairman of the Local Government Association , said : `` Reducing health inequalities , supporting early intervention including for vulnerable children , urgent reform of adult social care , increased data sharing and greater local decision-making powers are among proposals we strongly agree with .
`` The upcoming Spending Review is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how it can empower and resource councils to continue supporting their communities as they set their budgets for next year , through the rest of this crisis and beyond . ''

Just one in 10 vulnerable children attended school or early years education during lockdown, according to a damning new report
Hundreds of thousands of "invisible" children are falling through gaps between social and education services across England, according to a damning new report.
Only one in 10 vulnerable children attended school or early years education during lockdown and their plight was made worse by fewer home visits by social workers, the Lords Public Services Committee heard.
Analysis by the Children’s Commissioner’s Office estimated that 829,000 vulnerable children were invisible to services before the pandemic.
The total is believed to be much higher now after lockdown forced closures of schools, youth clubs and children's centres.
In the first comprehensive analysis of how public services worked during the pandemic, peers found years of under funding had left local services ill-equipped to cope.
Image: PA) PA)
Covid-19 restrictions hit children, disabled people and the Black, Asian and minority ethnic community the hardest, the committee found.
Chairwoman Baroness Armstrong said: “Government, local authorities and other public service providers are not working together effectively to protect children.
"Before Covid-19, many vulnerable children couldn’t get the public services they needed.
"With most unable to attend school because of the lockdown they had little support and many more have become invisible after losing contact with public services during the pandemic.”
The report found "many deaths from Covid-19 could have been avoided if preventative public health services had been better funded".
It said: "Death rates were highest in the most deprived communities where avoidable health conditions made people more vulnerable.
"Poor health is particularly prevalent among black and ethnic minority people living in poverty - almost one third of all hospital patients critically ill with Covid-19 were from BAME backgrounds despite making up just 13% of the UK population".
Town hall leaders said councils had played a crucial role during the pandemic and called for ministers to dedicate resources in the upcoming Spending Review.
Cllr James Jamieson, Chairman of the Local Government Association, said: "Reducing health inequalities, supporting early intervention including for vulnerable children, urgent reform of adult social care, increased data sharing and greater local decision-making powers are among proposals we strongly agree with.
"The upcoming Spending Review is an ideal opportunity for government to consider how it can empower and resource councils to continue supporting their communities as they set their budgets for next year, through the rest of this crisis and beyond."


thedailymirror--2020-11-13--John Lewis' weepy Christmas ad inspired by random acts of kindness in lockdown

The annual John Lewis feelgood Christmas ad is set to give the nation a massive lift with its heartwarming message when it airs online today .
In a mini-movie designed to capture the caring mood inspired by the NHS , national treasure Captain Tom Moore and local heroes , the ad ’ s simple message “ give a little love ” is played out across several different scenarios using actors and animation .
And in keeping with the traditional John Lewis Christmas weepie , at least one of the scenes will have viewers reaching for the tissue box .
But @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with sister store Waitrose , was nearly canned over concerns it would not feel right this year .
It was saved by the nation pulling together during three months of lockdown with selfless acts from ordinary people that gave bosses a change of heart .
Martin George , Director of Customer at Waitrose said : “ We felt there was a very real option this year for us not to do an ad at all and we did think about that very seriously.
” But as millions came out to clap the NHS @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the most vulnerable in their streets , families cooked for those less fortunate and Captain Tom raised £33 million in his 100th year and inspired countless others to follow in his footsteps , the idea of a kindness chain-reaction was born .
Mr George said : “ When we thought about it our inspiration was the British public .
We started to see the acts of amazing generosity such as Captain Tom Moore as well as a number of other people .
“ In the early stages of lockdown we all remember how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of kindness that emerged within communities .
Our ambition then was to inspire a generation with the simple thought that if we all give a little love , the world will be a better place.
” The ad - directed by award winner Oscar Hudson , with a soulful , original soundtrack written and performed by Brit award winner Celeste , begins with a young lad looking sad after his football becomes lodged high in a tree .
As he stares up in despair , a little girl passing by sees his downcast @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her heart shaped brolly like a javelin at the ball and dislodges it - to his delight .
The scene then switches from the real life actors - named only as Kush and Natalia - to animation with the boy noticing a down-in-the-dumps snowman who he cheers up by making him a heart shaped balloon .
From a motorist who has broken down and grandads sharing a giant cracker to a group of pigeons who make a lonely hedgehog part of their gang , each episode of a random act of kindness leads @ @ @ @ @ @ @ circle when a little girl is close to tears after her glasses break and she can ’ t see .
A kindhearted nurse sitting next to her on the Tube takes a heart shaped sticker from her apple and fixes the specs to turn her tears to joy .
As the smiling youngster steps off the train , the animation turns back to real life and she is the same girl who first helped the lad with the lost football .
And in a first , Celeste becomes the only artist to provide @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the John Lewis and Waitrose ad .
The 26-year-old - whose full name is Celeste Waite - has been described by critics as having a voice “ that balances the fragility of Billie Holiday against the sheer power of Aretha Franklin , ” is destined to make the charity single the Christmas number one .
Celeste and her record label Polydor will donate 10p from every download of A Little Love to the John Lewis and Waitrose charities FareShare and HomeStart .
She said : “ Every year when the John Lewis and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s always a big moment and everyone is waiting to see what its going to look like and also who is singing the song .
“ I felt really honoured to be asked to take part .
The message that everyone really wanted to get across was the idea if you ’ re kind and giving , then these little acts hopefully can ricochet and make the world a better place.
” The ad will be seen first by store staff at 6am today before going online from 7am , but telly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ until the commercial breaks during The Voice finale on ITV tomorrow .
And in keeping with the chain ’ s Give a Little Love campaign , the stores turned to eight different UK animators and film-makers to create the ultimate feelgood ad with their interpretation of how baton of kindness should be passed on .
It took six weeks to make and Mr George said : “ This eclectic approach allows us to showcase and support a really diverse range of creative talents in a sector that has been under enormous pressure during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people in the creative industries.
” At the heart of the campaign is a £5 million appeal to help 100,000 UK families and raise cash for charities Fareshare which helps those facing food poverty and Home-Start , which works with parents who need support .
From buying fund raising merchandise like a heart shaped brolly for £25 , pyjamas for £15 and £7 mugs or making a donation , to simply being kind to someone , the chains hope Brits will take the campaign to heart .
Launched today on World Kindness Day @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a 30 second one made by post-graduates from Kingston University which urges Brits to get behind the two charities .
Mr George said : “ This ad is not just for Christmas .
We very much see this extending beyond Christmas - it ’ s an enduring commitment.
” I held out for one minute and 55 seconds - and then in the final scene it happened .
My eyes started to sting and as the nurse gently took the little girl ’ s broken glasses and fixed them with a heart shaped @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the tears rolled down my , thankfully make-up free face , or it could have been messy .
I had placed the tissue box within reach - just in case - but thought I had made it through the annual John Lewis and Waitrose Christmas special without going into cry baby mode .
As the scenes unfolded , I smiled broadly as a brolly was hurled at a football stuck in a tree , grinned at the snowman given a balloon who in turn fashioned a new wheel out of snow for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wobble when two elderly neighbours shared a giant Christmas cracker which lifted one out of loneliness but years of hard-bitten journalistic training kicked in and there was no blubbing , only laughs at a dodgy heart shaped haircut and a group of pigeons helping out a forlorn hedgehog .
Just as we neared the end , I was caught unawares as the scene switched and the girl and the nurse on the Tube tipped me over in the final few magical seconds .
Damn it John Lewis and Waitrose - you got me @ @

This year's emotional Christmas advert from John Lewis and Waitrose was inspired by the kindness people showed to others in lockdown, the support for the NHS and national treasure Captain Sir Tom Moore
The annual John Lewis feelgood Christmas ad is set to give the nation a massive lift with its heartwarming message when it airs online today.
In a mini-movie designed to capture the caring mood inspired by the NHS, national treasure Captain Tom Moore and local heroes, the ad’s simple message “give a little love” is played out across several different scenarios using actors and animation.
And in keeping with the traditional John Lewis Christmas weepie, at least one of the scenes will have viewers reaching for the tissue box.
But the two minute epic, in partnership with sister store Waitrose, was nearly canned over concerns it would not feel right this year.
It was saved by the nation pulling together during three months of lockdown with selfless acts from ordinary people that gave bosses a change of heart.
Martin George, Director of Customer at Waitrose said: “We felt there was a very real option this year for us not to do an ad at all and we did think about that very seriously.”
But as millions came out to clap the NHS and key workers, neighbours shopped for the most vulnerable in their streets, families cooked for those less fortunate and Captain Tom raised £33 million in his 100th year and inspired countless others to follow in his footsteps, the idea of a kindness chain-reaction was born.
Mr George said: “When we thought about it our inspiration was the British public. We started to see the acts of amazing generosity such as Captain Tom Moore as well as a number of other people.
“In the early stages of lockdown we all remember how humbled we were by the spontaneous acts of kindness that emerged within communities. Our ambition then was to inspire a generation with the simple thought that if we all give a little love, the world will be a better place.”
The ad - directed by award winner Oscar Hudson, with a soulful, original soundtrack written and performed by Brit award winner Celeste, begins with a young lad looking sad after his football becomes lodged high in a tree.
As he stares up in despair, a little girl passing by sees his downcast face and decides to help by hurling her heart shaped brolly like a javelin at the ball and dislodges it - to his delight.
The scene then switches from the real life actors - named only as Kush and Natalia - to animation with the boy noticing a down-in-the-dumps snowman who he cheers up by making him a heart shaped balloon.
From a motorist who has broken down and grandads sharing a giant cracker to a group of pigeons who make a lonely hedgehog part of their gang, each episode of a random act of kindness leads to another.
It finally comes full circle when a little girl is close to tears after her glasses break and she can’t see.
A kindhearted nurse sitting next to her on the Tube takes a heart shaped sticker from her apple and fixes the specs to turn her tears to joy.
As the smiling youngster steps off the train, the animation turns back to real life and she is the same girl who first helped the lad with the lost football.
And in a first, Celeste becomes the only artist to provide a new, specially commissioned track for the John Lewis and Waitrose ad.
The 26-year-old - whose full name is Celeste Waite - has been described by critics as having a voice “that balances the fragility of Billie Holiday against the sheer power of Aretha Franklin,” is destined to make the charity single the Christmas number one.
Celeste and her record label Polydor will donate 10p from every download of A Little Love to the John Lewis and Waitrose charities FareShare and HomeStart.
She said: “Every year when the John Lewis and Waitrose Xmas ad comes out, it’s always a big moment and everyone is waiting to see what its going to look like and also who is singing the song.
“I felt really honoured to be asked to take part. The message that everyone really wanted to get across was the idea if you’re kind and giving, then these little acts hopefully can ricochet and make the world a better place.”
The ad will be seen first by store staff at 6am today before going online from 7am, but telly viewers will not get to see it until the commercial breaks during The Voice finale on ITV tomorrow.
And in keeping with the chain’s Give a Little Love campaign, the stores turned to eight different UK animators and film-makers to create the ultimate feelgood ad with their interpretation of how baton of kindness should be passed on.
It took six weeks to make and Mr George said: “This eclectic approach allows us to showcase and support a really diverse range of creative talents in a sector that has been under enormous pressure during the pandemic and provide work for many people in the creative industries.”
At the heart of the campaign is a £5 million appeal to help 100,000 UK families and raise cash for charities Fareshare which helps those facing food poverty and Home-Start, which works with parents who need support.
From buying fund raising merchandise like a heart shaped brolly for £25, pyjamas for £15 and £7 mugs or making a donation, to simply being kind to someone, the chains hope Brits will take the campaign to heart.
Launched today on World Kindness Day, the main ad is supported by a 30 second one made by post-graduates from Kingston University which urges Brits to get behind the two charities.
Mr George said: “This ad is not just for Christmas. We very much see this extending beyond Christmas - it’s an enduring commitment.”
Ruki's verdict
I held out for one minute and 55 seconds - and then in the final scene it happened.
My eyes started to sting and as the nurse gently took the little girl’s broken glasses and fixed them with a heart shaped sticker I found myself sniffling and then the tears rolled down my, thankfully make-up free face, or it could have been messy.
I had placed the tissue box within reach - just in case - but thought I had made it through the annual John Lewis and Waitrose Christmas special without going into cry baby mode.
As the scenes unfolded, I smiled broadly as a brolly was hurled at a football stuck in a tree, grinned at the snowman given a balloon who in turn fashioned a new wheel out of snow for a stranded motorist.
There was a tiny wobble when two elderly neighbours shared a giant Christmas cracker which lifted one out of loneliness but years of hard-bitten journalistic training kicked in and there was no blubbing, only laughs at a dodgy heart shaped haircut and a group of pigeons helping out a forlorn hedgehog.
Just as we neared the end, I was caught unawares as the scene switched and the girl and the nurse on the Tube tipped me over in the final few magical seconds.
Damn it John Lewis and Waitrose - you got me again.


thedailymirror--2020-11-13--Pert experts warn of the dangers of buying Christmas puppies from dodgy dealers

Families were today urged to think twice before buying a dog for Christmas as a government video highlighted potential dangers of getting a pet from dodgy breeders .
Under Lucy ’ s Law , which was introduced following a Mirror campaign , pet shops and third-party dealers are banned from selling puppies and kittens .
The legislation , named after a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel rescued from a Welsh puppy farm seven years ago , means anyone wanting to buy a puppy or kitten in England must purchase directly from a breeder or consider adopting from a rescue centre .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ with their mothers in their place of birth .
However , coronavirus lockdown rules preventing non-essential travel have sparked fears animal-loving families could skip checks and turn to unscrupulous sellers .
Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss feared parents desperate to give their children puppies for Christmas could be tempted to buy from sellers who breed and keep animals in poor conditions .
Puppy prices are estimated to have doubled during the pandemic as mums and dads working from home have more time for pets .
Experts predict a 400 % surge in online @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from this weekend .
Animal welfare specialists Tech4Pets recorded 27,128 UK online adverts for dogs and puppies in the six weeks before Christmas last year .
A Government video for its 'Petfished ' campaign shows the plight of one puppy bought from a dodgy dealer – and provides advice on how to research a seller and warning signs to look for .
Professor Middlemiss said : “ After a difficult year and with many of us spending more time at home , many people may be considering getting a new puppy or kitten @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Christmas is a prominent time for unscrupulous sellers to take advantage of those looking to buy a new pet .
“ That is why we are advising people to remain vigilant and to always thoroughly research sellers before getting in touch .
“ Potential buyers should also note that Christmas might not be the best time to get a pet as it can be noisy and chaotic , which isn ’ t the best environment to settle in a new animal.
” RSPCA chief executive Chris Sherwood said : “ While the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ family around the tree may be a wonderful festive scene , the truth behind your Christmas puppy could be much darker .
“ Dogs used in the underground puppy trade lead miserable lives in horrific conditions and their puppies often have lifelong health and behavioural problems due to their poor start .
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The Government launched its 'Petfished' video to highlight the potential risks of getting pets from the underground market
Pet experts warn of the dangers of buying Christmas puppies from dodgy dealers
Families were today urged to think twice before buying a dog for Christmas as a government video highlighted potential dangers of getting a pet from dodgy breeders.
Under Lucy’s Law, which was introduced following a Mirror campaign, pet shops and third-party dealers are banned from selling puppies and kittens.
The legislation, named after a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel rescued from a Welsh puppy farm seven years ago, means anyone wanting to buy a puppy or kitten in England must purchase directly from a breeder or consider adopting from a rescue centre.
Image: Phil Harris/Daily Mirror) Phil Harris/Daily Mirror)
Licensed dog breeders must show puppies interacting with their mothers in their place of birth.
However, coronavirus lockdown rules preventing non-essential travel have sparked fears animal-loving families could skip checks and turn to unscrupulous sellers.
Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss feared parents desperate to give their children puppies for Christmas could be tempted to buy from sellers who breed and keep animals in poor conditions.
Puppy prices are estimated to have doubled during the pandemic as mums and dads working from home have more time for pets.
Experts predict a 400% surge in online searches for “buy a puppy” from this weekend.
Animal welfare specialists Tech4Pets recorded 27,128 UK online adverts for dogs and puppies in the six weeks before Christmas last year.
A Government video for its 'Petfished' campaign shows the plight of one puppy bought from a dodgy dealer – and provides advice on how to research a seller and warning signs to look for.
Professor Middlemiss said: “After a difficult year and with many of us spending more time at home, many people may be considering getting a new puppy or kitten.
“However, the lead up to Christmas is a prominent time for unscrupulous sellers to take advantage of those looking to buy a new pet.
“That is why we are advising people to remain vigilant and to always thoroughly research sellers before getting in touch.
“Potential buyers should also note that Christmas might not be the best time to get a pet as it can be noisy and chaotic, which isn’t the best environment to settle in a new animal.”
RSPCA chief executive Chris Sherwood said: “While the idea of a new pet joining your family around the tree may be a wonderful festive scene, the truth behind your Christmas puppy could be much darker.
“Dogs used in the underground puppy trade lead miserable lives in horrific conditions and their puppies often have lifelong health and behavioural problems due to their poor start.”


thedailymirror--2020-11-13--Huge majority of people believe carers deserve a pay boost, poll shows

Some 82 % of those quizzed backed hiking care workers ' salaries , as research showed three out of four carer jobs were paid below the voluntary “ Real ” Living Wage before the coronavirus pandemic unfolded .
The Mirror told in July that hundreds of thousands of carers were being paid less than the Real Living Wage – the rate independent experts believe is needed for a decent standard of living .
A Survation study for campaign group Citizens UK found overwhelming support for lifting the hourly rate paid to carers from the Government 's legal minimum to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ paid the £9.50 Real Living Wage will receive more than £1,500 a year extra compared with counterparts on the statutory minimum .
It is 78p per hour more than the Government 's “ National Living Wage ” which is just £8.72 an hour , falling to £8.20 for those aged between 21 and 24 , and just £6.45 for those aged 18 to 20 .
Have you struggled in the pandemic ?
Email webnews @ mirror.co.uk to tell your story Half of those polled favoured taxes on wealth paid by individuals or companies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Citizens UK executive director Matthew Bolton said : `` Care workers are battling a rising tide of high rents , growing bills and a heavy workload .
`` We 're appealing to Boris Johnson 's Government and social care providers to do the right thing and make the investment needed to pay care workers the Real Living Wage . ''
Unison assistant general secretary Christina McAnea said : `` It 's clear there 's overwhelming public support for a pay rise for care staff .
What is your view ?
Have your say @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do a skilled job looking after the elderly and disabled people .
“ But many struggle on poverty wages despite their dedication during the pandemic .
`` It 's time the Government showed they valued care employees by ending poverty wages .
“ Every worker should be on the Real Living Wage as a bare minimum .
“ This would help improve care and attract much-needed new recruits . ''
Labour 's deputy leader Angela Rayner , who was a carer before entering politics , said : “ Ministers fell over themselves to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ carers earlier this year , but applause doesn ’ t pay the bills and warm words don ’ t put food on the table .
“ It is a moral outrage that three quarters of social care workers do not even earn the Real Living Wage .
“ This situation was wrong before this pandemic , but now it is absolutely unconscionable .
“ After all that they have done for all of us , a pay rise is the very least that our care worker heroes deserve.
” The Mirror Fair Care @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the sector .

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As the Mirror's Fair Care for All campaign calls for proper investment in the sector, a poll shows 82% back hiking care workers' salaries as hundreds of thousands are being paid less than the Real Living Wage
A huge majority of people think carers deserve a pay boost, a poll reveals today.
Some 82% of those quizzed backed hiking care workers' salaries, as research showed three out of four carer jobs were paid below the voluntary “Real” Living Wage before the coronavirus pandemic unfolded.
The Mirror told in July that hundreds of thousands of carers were being paid less than the Real Living Wage – the rate independent experts believe is needed for a decent standard of living.
A Survation study for campaign group Citizens UK found overwhelming support for lifting the hourly rate paid to carers from the Government's legal minimum to the Real Living Wage.
A full-time worker paid the £9.50 Real Living Wage will receive more than £1,500 a year extra compared with counterparts on the statutory minimum.
It is 78p per hour more than the Government's “National Living Wage” which is just £8.72 an hour, falling to £8.20 for those aged between 21 and 24, and just £6.45 for those aged 18 to 20.
Have you struggled in the pandemic? Email webnews@mirror.co.uk to tell your story
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Half of those polled favoured taxes on wealth paid by individuals or companies to fund spending on social care.
Citizens UK executive director Matthew Bolton said: "Care workers are battling a rising tide of high rents, growing bills and a heavy workload.
"We're appealing to Boris Johnson's Government and social care providers to do the right thing and make the investment needed to pay care workers the Real Living Wage."
Unison assistant general secretary Christina McAnea said: "It's clear there's overwhelming public support for a pay rise for care staff.
What is your view? Have your say in the comments below
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"These workers do a skilled job looking after the elderly and disabled people.
“But many struggle on poverty wages despite their dedication during the pandemic.
"It's time the Government showed they valued care employees by ending poverty wages.
“Every worker should be on the Real Living Wage as a bare minimum.
“This would help improve care and attract much-needed new recruits."
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner, who was a carer before entering politics, said: “Ministers fell over themselves to pose for the cameras and clap our carers earlier this year, but applause doesn’t pay the bills and warm words don’t put food on the table.
“It is a moral outrage that three quarters of social care workers do not even earn the Real Living Wage.
“This situation was wrong before this pandemic, but now it is absolutely unconscionable.
“After all that they have done for all of us, a pay rise is the very least that our care worker heroes deserve.”
The Mirror Fair Care for All campaign calls for proper investment in the sector.


thedailymirror--2020-11-13--John Lewis launch new Christmas candles - with 100% of all sales for charity

John Lewis has launched a new Christmas charity collection to help inspire the `` gift of love '' ahead of its 2020 advert release .
The retail giant , which has undergone huge transformation this year in the wake of the pandemic , said it 's launched a charity appeal to encourage kindness this Christmas .
Together with Waitrose , it hopes to raise £4million for two charities : FareShare , which helps those facing food poverty and Home-Start , which works with parents who need support .
A further £1million will be donated to charities who support families in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the love , it 's launched a new charity collection inspired by its upcoming Christmas advert - with 100 % of all profits set to go to charity .
The range includes heart emblazoned mugs ( £7 ) , pyjama sets ( £15 ) and even festive candles ( £8 ) - with items starting from £7 .
It also includes a totebag ( £5 ) , t-shirt ( from £8 ) and umbrella ( £25 ) for those after stocking filler inspiration .
Customers will be encouraged to give a little love @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a charity donation , buying charity products , via their loyalty card , or by giving a little love to someone they know who needs it and helping in their local community .
James Bailey , executive director of Waitrose , said : `` The pandemic has highlighted the growing inequalities across the country , with those who are already most vulnerable disproportionately impacted .
`` Through our partnerships with Fareshare and HomeStart we ’ re aiming to make a big difference to the lives of 100,000 families in the UK . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and help straight to your inbox - sign up at mirror.co.uk/email Pippa Wicks , executive director of John Lewis , said : `` We recently set out our ambition for our business to be a force for good - so we decided that this year was the year to break the mould and do something different .
`` We have a long tradition of helping support the communities which we serve , so as we launch one of the best loved assets , our Christmas ad , it ’ s fitting to take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in hand with two incredible charities supporting families in need .
`` We were humbled by the kindness shown by the British public during the pandemic .
We want this campaign to be uplifting and to inspire everyone to give some kindness in their own way this Christmas , especially to those who need it most .
`` The pandemic has proved that it ’ s our small acts of love and kindness , particularly in challenging times , that captures what it is to be human ; and when one small act @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lasting impact . ''

Together with Waitrose, it hopes to raise £4million for two charities - FareShare, which helps those facing food poverty and Home-Start, which works with parents who need support
John Lewis launch new Christmas candles and pyjamas - with all profits going to charity
John Lewis has launched a new Christmas charity collection to help inspire the "gift of love" ahead of its 2020 advert release.
The retail giant, which has undergone huge transformation this year in the wake of the pandemic, said it's launched a charity appeal to encourage kindness this Christmas.
Together with Waitrose, it hopes to raise £4million for two charities: FareShare, which helps those facing food poverty and Home-Start, which works with parents who need support.
A further £1million will be donated to charities who support families in their local communities.
And to spread the love, it's launched a new charity collection inspired by its upcoming Christmas advert - with 100% of all profits set to go to charity.
The range includes heart emblazoned mugs (£7), pyjama sets (£15) and even festive candles (£8) - with items starting from £7.
It also includes a totebag (£5), t-shirt (from £8) and umbrella (£25) for those after stocking filler inspiration.
Image: John Lewis) John Lewis)
Customers will be encouraged to give a little love in five different ways - by making a charity donation, buying charity products, via their loyalty card, or by giving a little love to someone they know who needs it and helping in their local community.
James Bailey, executive director of Waitrose, said: "The pandemic has highlighted the growing inequalities across the country, with those who are already most vulnerable disproportionately impacted.
"Through our partnerships with Fareshare and HomeStart we’re aiming to make a big difference to the lives of 100,000 families in the UK."
Image: John Lewis) John Lewis)
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Pippa Wicks, executive director of John Lewis, said: "We recently set out our ambition for our business to be a force for good - so we decided that this year was the year to break the mould and do something different.
"We have a long tradition of helping support the communities which we serve, so as we launch one of the best loved assets, our Christmas ad, it’s fitting to take this one step further by working hand in hand with two incredible charities supporting families in need.
"We were humbled by the kindness shown by the British public during the pandemic. We want this campaign to be uplifting and to inspire everyone to give some kindness in their own way this Christmas, especially to those who need it most.
"The pandemic has proved that it’s our small acts of love and kindness, particularly in challenging times, that captures what it is to be human; and when one small act of kindness multiplies it can have a lasting impact."


thedailymirror--2020-11-13--ADVERTORIAL: ‘Wrong paperwork’ warning for firms which could cause problems from January 1

Businesses are getting ready to leave the single market and customs union when the UK transition period ends on December 31 .
If you trade with the EU , now is the time to prepare for the UK ’ s new start , so get processes , contracts and agreements in place so you ’ re ready to take advantage of new opportunities from January 1 , 2021 .
One of the most urgent jobs on the list is to prepare for changes in import and export declarations to move goods between Great Britain and Europe .
From July 1 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and out of Europe will have to make declarations and pay the relevant tariffs .
Richard Selby , director of Pro Steel Engineering , based in Pontypool , Wales , has decided to use a freight forwarder for customs declarations .
“ Using a freight forwarder means our responsibility ends when the products leave our building , ” says Richard , whose company has projects in France and Sweden .
“ If you ’ ve got 50 people on a construction site in the middle of Paris , you don ’ t want @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you ’ ve got your paperwork wrong.
” Preparations for the end of the UK transition period started two years ago at Pro Steel .
“ We got our GB EORI number a while ago .
It was very straightforward on the gov.uk website ; we had the number within a couple of days .
“ We also focused on winning work and getting our plans in place so we could maximise what we ’ re doing , ” adds Richard .
“ I just went through the checker at gov.uk and it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we ’ ve been quite focused on the changes – it ’ s all coming together and we ’ re hopeful that the change will bring more opportunities.
” Jill Henry , founder of Scottish outdoor clothing brand Meander Apparel says preparation for the end of the UK transition period is key .
“ For us , it ’ s getting all the paperwork in place so we ’ re prepared for different situations , ” she explains .
“ We ’ ve had to ensure we comply with new garment labelling rules @ @ @ @ @ @ @ origin and CE markings – which show that they meet EU health and safety standards.
” In spite of the changes , Jill is confident about the future .
Her sustainable garments lend themselves well to the outdoors and since the start of the pandemic , sales have soared .
“ We feel positive and we ’ re going to keep doing what we ’ re doing , ” she says .
Bernie de Le Cuona , founder of luxury textiles business de Le Cuona , has taken advice to make sure she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the transition period .
“ We have to be on our toes and , while daunting , it ’ s quite exciting , ” she says .
All de Le Cuona ’ s products are made in Europe , so Bernie was keen to make sure the transition goes smoothly for the company .
“ I got the support of some of our suppliers , who pointed me in the right direction , ” she says .
“ So we ’ ve done an awful lot of looking into this to understand what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re not holding back at all , and we feel quite strongly that things will move forward , regardless.
” Make sure you ’ re ready to trade with the EU from January 1 , 2021 .
For more information , go to gov.uk/hmrc/customs-on-your-behalf If you decide to do declarations yourself , go to gov.uk/import-customs-declaration .
This article is part of a paid-for partnership with the UK Government .

The UK has left the EU and time is running out before the end of the transition period - you need to act now to get your business prepared
‘Wrong paperwork’ warning for firms which could cause huge problems from January 1
Businesses are getting ready to leave the single market and customs union when the UK transition period ends on December 31.
If you trade with the EU, now is the time to prepare for the UK’s new start, so get processes, contracts and agreements in place so you’re ready to take advantage of new opportunities from January 1, 2021.
One of the most urgent jobs on the list is to prepare for changes in import and export declarations to move goods between Great Britain and Europe. From July 1, 2021 all traders moving goods in and out of Europe will have to make declarations and pay the relevant tariffs.
Richard Selby, director of Pro Steel Engineering, based in Pontypool, Wales, has decided to use a freight forwarder for customs declarations.
“Using a freight forwarder means our responsibility ends when the products leave our building,” says Richard, whose company has projects in France and Sweden.
“If you’ve got 50 people on a construction site in the middle of Paris, you don’t want to be late delivering to them because you’ve got your paperwork wrong.”
Preparations for the end of the UK transition period started two years ago at Pro Steel. “We got our GB EORI number a while ago. It was very straightforward on the gov.uk website; we had the number within a couple of days.
“We also focused on winning work and getting our plans in place so we could maximise what we’re doing,” adds Richard. “I just went through the checker at gov.uk and it was a good reminder. I think we’ve been quite focused on the changes – it’s all coming together and we’re hopeful that the change will bring more opportunities.”
Prepared and positive
Jill Henry, founder of Scottish outdoor clothing brand Meander Apparel says preparation for the end of the UK transition period is key.
“For us, it’s getting all the paperwork in place so we’re prepared for different situations,” she explains.
“We’ve had to ensure we comply with new garment labelling rules, such as adding the country of origin and CE markings – which show that they meet EU health and safety standards.”
In spite of the changes, Jill is confident about the future. Her sustainable garments lend themselves well to the outdoors and since the start of the pandemic, sales have soared. “We feel positive and we’re going to keep doing what we’re doing,” she says.
‘We’re not holding back – things will move forward’
Bernie de Le Cuona, founder of luxury textiles business de Le Cuona, has taken advice to make sure she’s ready for the end of the transition period.
“We have to be on our toes and, while daunting, it’s quite exciting,” she says. All de Le Cuona’s products are made in Europe, so Bernie was keen to make sure the transition goes smoothly for the company.
“I got the support of some of our suppliers, who pointed me in the right direction,” she says.
“So we’ve done an awful lot of looking into this to understand what our options are.
“We’re not holding back at all, and we feel quite strongly that things will move forward, regardless.”
Your transition checklist ■ Arrange for a GB EORI number. Register free at gov.uk/eori ■ Decide how you’re going to make customs declarations – and whether to defer them. ■ Check if your imported goods are eligible for staged controls. ■ Decide how you will account for import VAT when you make a customs declaration. ■ Check if import VAT is due at the border. ■ Check the controlled goods list to see if you need to complete declarations from January. If your goods are not on the list you can choose to delay import declarations until July 2021. ■ Check the government’s tariff tables and consider how your trade will be affected. Find out more about what you need to do at gov.uk/transition
Make sure you’re ready to trade with the EU from January 1, 2021. For more information, go to gov.uk/hmrc/customs-on-your-behalf
If you decide to do declarations yourself, go to gov.uk/import-customs-declaration.
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thedailymirror--2020-11-12--What is the best ever Christmas advert? Vote and you could win £500

Today we 're asking Mirror.co.uk readers to vote for their favourite Christmas TV advert of all time .
Every year organisations from Coca Cola to John Lewis and the WWF pull out all the stops to lay on the most show-stopping ads .
Millions of pounds are spent on today 's blockbuster CGI effects as Brits gear up to hit the shops for the festive season .
But which is the greatest advert of them all ?
Vote in our exclusive survey below .
By taking part in the poll , you 'll also be entered into a prize draw @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The adverts in our poll are : The Bear and the Hare ( John Lewis 2013 ) , Mog The Cat ( Sainsburys 2015 ) , Holidays are Coming ( Coca Cola 1995 ) , Mistletoe kiss ( Yellow Pages 1992 ) , Monty the Penguin ( John Lewis 2014 ) , Man on the Moon ( John Lewis 2015 ) , Paddington ( M & S 2017 ) , The Snowman ( Irn Bru 2006 ) , 1914 ( Sainsburys 2014 ) , This Is n't Just ... ( M & S @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2014 ) , Kevin The Carrot ( Aldi 2016 ) or Mrs Claus ( M & S 2016 ) .
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What is the best ever Christmas advert? Vote and you could win £500
Today we're asking Mirror.co.uk readers to vote for their favourite Christmas TV advert of all time.
Every year organisations from Coca Cola to John Lewis and the WWF pull out all the stops to lay on the most show-stopping ads.
Millions of pounds are spent on today's blockbuster CGI effects as Brits gear up to hit the shops for the festive season.
But which is the greatest advert of them all?
Vote in our exclusive survey below.
If you choose to sign up for the Christmas Elves newsletter, you'll be entered into a prize draw to win £500 of Love2Shop vouchers.
The adverts in our poll are: The Bear and the Hare (John Lewis 2013), Mog The Cat (Sainsburys 2015), Holidays are Coming (Coca Cola 1995), Mistletoe kiss (Yellow Pages 1992), Monty the Penguin (John Lewis 2014), Man on the Moon (John Lewis 2015), Paddington (M&S 2017), The Snowman (Irn Bru 2006), 1914 (Sainsburys 2014), This Isn't Just ... (M&S 2006), Special Because (Boots 2014), Kevin The Carrot (Aldi 2016) or Mrs Claus (M&S 2016).
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thedailymirror--2020-11-12--Kim Kardashian sobs watching hologram of late dad Robert in heartbreaking video

Kim Kardashian has shared her emotional reaction to the hologram of her late father that husband Kanye West gifted to her on her 40th .
The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star burst into tears upon seeing her late dad , Robert Kardashian , in a touching video which she posted to her Instagram page .
The proud mum-of-four can be seen sitting in a line alongside her sisters Kourtney , 41 , and Kendall , 24 , and their momager Kris Jenner .
Meanwhile , her husband Kanye shares his birthday wishes from FaceTime as he presents Kim with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beloved father , who died in September 2003 - two months after being diagnosed with esophageal cancer , Kim begins to weep before placing her head in her hands , overcome with emotion .
Robert tells his second-eldest daughter that he ’ s so proud of her and the woman she has grown up to be in the sweet message .
“ Happy birthday , Kimberly .
Look at you .
You ’ re 40 and all grown up ” Robert gushes .
“ You ’ re beautiful , just like when you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over you and your sisters and brother and the kids every day.
” The video then shows Kim thanking her thoughtful husband as she wipes the tears from her face .
“ Thank you for that .
Seriously , thank you .
I can ’ t wait to see it again , ” she sobs .
Sharing the video of the hologram to her Twitter during her controversial birthday bash in Tahiti last month , Kim said it was the most thoughtful gift she has ever received .
The makeup mogul penned : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ me the most thoughtful gift of a lifetime .
A special surprise from heaven .
A hologram of my dad .
`` It is so lifelike !
We watched it over and over , filled with emotion . ''
Robert passed away at the age of 59 after a short battle with cancer .

Keeping Up With The Kardashians star Kim became overwhelmed with emotion after seeing her dad again in a lifelike hologram 17 years after his death
Kim Kardashian has shared her emotional reaction to the hologram of her late father that husband Kanye West gifted to her on her 40th.
The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star burst into tears upon seeing her late dad, Robert Kardashian, in a touching video which she posted to her Instagram page.
The proud mum-of-four can be seen sitting in a line alongside her sisters Kourtney, 41, and Kendall, 24, and their momager Kris Jenner.
Meanwhile, her husband Kanye shares his birthday wishes from FaceTime as he presents Kim with the spine-tingling hologram.
Upon seeing her beloved father, who died in September 2003 - two months after being diagnosed with esophageal cancer, Kim begins to weep before placing her head in her hands, overcome with emotion.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Robert tells his second-eldest daughter that he’s so proud of her and the woman she has grown up to be in the sweet message.
“Happy birthday, Kimberly. Look at you. You’re 40 and all grown up” Robert gushes.
“You’re beautiful, just like when you were a little girl. I watch over you and your sisters and brother and the kids every day.”
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
The video then shows Kim thanking her thoughtful husband as she wipes the tears from her face.
“Thank you for that. Seriously, thank you. I can’t wait to see it again,” she sobs.
Sharing the video of the hologram to her Twitter during her controversial birthday bash in Tahiti last month, Kim said it was the most thoughtful gift she has ever received.
Image: WENN.com) WENN.com)
The makeup mogul penned: "For my birthday, Kanye got me the most thoughtful gift of a lifetime. A special surprise from heaven. A hologram of my dad.
"It is so lifelike! We watched it over and over, filled with emotion."
Robert passed away at the age of 59 after a short battle with cancer.


thedailymirror--2020-11-12--Strictly stars reach out to Nicola and Katya after learning they've quit show

Strictly Come Dancing 2020 stars have reached out to Katya Jones and celebrity dance partner Nicola Adams , after they withdrew from the BBC series .
Katya and Nicola were forced to quit , after Katya tested positive for coronavirus .
Nicola has tested negative , while she must stay in quarantine for 14 days as she has been in direct contact with Katya .
The news followed It Takes Two host Rylan Clark-Neal confirming he would be missing the show for two weeks , after he came into contact with someone with Covid-19 .
Thursday also saw judge Motsi @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a couple of weeks of the live shows , after a recent `` urgent '' trip to Germany means she has to self-isolate .
Speaking on It Takes Two following the news on Katya and Nicola being confirmed , some of their co-stars spoke of their upset for them .
Maisie Smith and pro dancer Gorka Marquez reacted to the exit , sharing how `` sad '' they felt for the pairing .
EastEnders star Maisie said : `` It 's actually so sad .
I hear Katya and Nicola from my dressing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is gon na be weird just not hearing anything . ''
Gorka added : `` It 's sad because th whole team are putting so much effort in , all of us are taking so much care , but the virus is out there and anyone can get it .
`` It 's sad and they were doing such a brilliant job .
Katya was so excited to be dancing with Nicola , and they 're gon na be missed . ''
Fellow pro dancer Janette Manrara , who is close friends with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the news .
She said : `` Katya is one of my best friends , I absolutely love her .
`` I think the creativity she has brought to the table in these last three weeks with Nicola , has been one of the best I 've seen . ''
Her dance partner HRVY added : `` And Nicola 's smile radiates the whole room , and I am genuinely gon na miss her smile and I wish them all the best . ''
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STRICTLY IT TAKES TWO: GETHIN JONES STANDS IN FOR RYLAN
STRICTLY IT TAKES TWO: GETHIN JONES STANDS IN FOR RYLAN
Strictly Come Dancing's Gorka Marquez and Janette Manrara shared their upset over the news, after Katya Jones tested positive for coronavirus
Strictly stars reach out to Nicola and Katya after learning they've quit show
Strictly Come Dancing 2020 stars have reached out to Katya Jones and celebrity dance partner Nicola Adams, after they withdrew from the BBC series.
Katya and Nicola were forced to quit, after Katya tested positive for coronavirus.
Nicola has tested negative, while she must stay in quarantine for 14 days as she has been in direct contact with Katya.
The news followed It Takes Two host Rylan Clark-Neal confirming he would be missing the show for two weeks, after he came into contact with someone with Covid-19.
Thursday also saw judge Motsi Mabuse confirm she too would be missing a couple of weeks of the live shows, after a recent "urgent" trip to Germany means she has to self-isolate.
Image: BBC) BBC)
Speaking on It Takes Two following the news on Katya and Nicola being confirmed, some of their co-stars spoke of their upset for them.
Maisie Smith and pro dancer Gorka Marquez reacted to the exit, sharing how "sad" they felt for the pairing.
EastEnders star Maisie said: "It's actually so sad. I hear Katya and Nicola from my dressing room every single Saturday, so it is gonna be weird just not hearing anything."
Image: BBC) BBC)
Gorka added: "It's sad because th whole team are putting so much effort in, all of us are taking so much care, but the virus is out there and anyone can get it.
"It's sad and they were doing such a brilliant job. Katya was so excited to be dancing with Nicola, and they're gonna be missed."
Fellow pro dancer Janette Manrara, who is close friends with Katya, praised her as she reacted to the news.
Image: BBC) BBC)
She said: "Katya is one of my best friends, I absolutely love her.
"I think the creativity she has brought to the table in these last three weeks with Nicola, has been one of the best I've seen."
Her dance partner HRVY added: "And Nicola's smile radiates the whole room, and I am genuinely gonna miss her smile and I wish them all the best."
Strictly Come Dancing continues on Saturday on BBC One.


thedailymirror--2020-11-12--Khloe Kardashian posts series of empowering messages after 'unfollowing' Tristan

Khloe Kardashian has been flooding her Instagram Stories with quotes about empowering women .
And the reality star , 36 , uploading snap upon snap of motivational quotes has fuelled speculation that she is single and over drama with 29-year-old Tristan Thompson .
The pair - who are parents to daughter True - have been keeping fans guessing about the status of their relationship for a while and where thought to have rekindled their romance during the coronavirus lockdown .
However , it seems that the love rat and reality personality are once again not on great terms if Khloe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ go by as Khloe flurry of quote posts came amid her seemingly unfollowing Tristan on Instagram on November 12 .
Tristan is still following Khloe , as well as her sisters Kim and Kourtney Kardashian and her brother Rob Kardashian .
He does n't follow her mum Kris or her younger sisters Kendall and Kylie .
On the same day that she seemed to stop keeping tabs on Tristan 's grid , Khloe began a positive posting spree .
She started by sharing a post that read : `` You glow different when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bitter , or messy . ''
A second quote said : `` I can not express this enough , you have no idea what other people carry with them everyday .
You have no idea what someone 's life is like .
Do n't create more pain & stress to others .
Be kind .
Be genuine .
Stop being so mean to people to fulfill whatever it is you do n't like about yourself . ''
She then re-shared a message that read : `` Sit with women who are winning .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ended with snap with the message : `` Look at you , glowing with self love and becoming a magnet to good vibrations .
I 'm so proud of you . ''
Mirror Online have contacted a rep for Khloe for comment .
The on and off again couple first began dating in September 2016 but they went on to split in February 2019 after after it came to light that the basketball player had cheated on Khloe with family friend Jordyn Woods .
Tristan 's infidelity with Jordyn was not his first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he previously was hit with allegations of wrongdoing when he was caught on camera kissing a woman in a nightclub days before Khloe gave birth to True in 2018 .
At the start of the week Khloe 's sister Kim 's former best friend Larsa Pippen claimed she was `` seeing '' Tristan before Khloe .
The 46-year-old spilled on intimate details of her friendship with the Kardashians in a bombshell interview and claims she was with Khloé 's baby daddy first .
Speaking on Hollywood Raw podcast , she made claims she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' and before `` any of them knew he existed '' .
She said : `` I was seeing him , I had him come to LA .
I brought him to a party Kim had .
I introduced him to all of them .
`` Then a week later , or 10 days later he started seeing Khloé .
Which is fine , I don ’ t even care .
It 's whatever . ''
She added : `` I ’ m the type of person that does n't chase what ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ never chase a man ; I will never put a leash on a man .
I don ’ t do that .
I feel like , let you be great .
If you want to be with other people , go ahead .
I ’ m great by myself . ''
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Khloe Kardashian's flurry of positive Instagram posts and her not following Tristan Thompson on Instagram has sparked speculation that the pair - who are rumoured to have rekindled their romance in recent months - have fallen out
Khloe Kardashian has been flooding her Instagram Stories with quotes about empowering women.
And the reality star, 36, uploading snap upon snap of motivational quotes has fuelled speculation that she is single and over drama with 29-year-old Tristan Thompson.
The pair - who are parents to daughter True - have been keeping fans guessing about the status of their relationship for a while and where thought to have rekindled their romance during the coronavirus lockdown.
Image: khloekardashian/Instagram) khloekardashian/Instagram)
However, it seems that the love rat and reality personality are once again not on great terms if Khloe's Instagram follower list is anything to go by as Khloe flurry of quote posts came amid her seemingly unfollowing Tristan on Instagram on November 12.
Tristan is still following Khloe, as well as her sisters Kim and Kourtney Kardashian and her brother Rob Kardashian.
He doesn't follow her mum Kris or her younger sisters Kendall and Kylie.
Image: Getty Images North America) Getty Images North America)
On the same day that she seemed to stop keeping tabs on Tristan's grid, Khloe began a positive posting spree.
She started by sharing a post that read: "You glow different when you're not hating, hurting, bitter, or messy."
A second quote said: "I cannot express this enough, you have no idea what other people carry with them everyday. You have no idea what someone's life is like. Don't create more pain & stress to others. Be kind. Be genuine. Stop being so mean to people to fulfill whatever it is you don't like about yourself."
She then re-shared a message that read: "Sit with women who are winning. The conversation is different."
Khloe ended with snap with the message: "Look at you, glowing with self love and becoming a magnet to good vibrations. I'm so proud of you."
Image: Tristan Thompson/Instagram) Tristan Thompson/Instagram)
Mirror Online have contacted a rep for Khloe for comment.
The on and off again couple first began dating in September 2016 but they went on to split in February 2019 after after it came to light that the basketball player had cheated on Khloe with family friend Jordyn Woods.
Tristan's infidelity with Jordyn was not his first betrayal to the E! star, he previously was hit with allegations of wrongdoing when he was caught on camera kissing a woman in a nightclub days before Khloe gave birth to True in 2018.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
At the start of the week Khloe's sister Kim's former best friend Larsa Pippen claimed she was "seeing" Tristan before Khloe.
The 46-year-old spilled on intimate details of her friendship with the Kardashians in a bombshell interview and claims she was with Khloé's baby daddy first.
Image: Getty Images North America) Getty Images North America)
Speaking on Hollywood Raw podcast, she made claims she was "kinda seeing Tristan before Khloé" and before "any of them knew he existed".
She said: "I was seeing him, I had him come to LA. I brought him to a party Kim had. I introduced him to all of them.
"Then a week later, or 10 days later he started seeing Khloé. Which is fine, I don’t even care. It's whatever."
She added: "I’m the type of person that doesn't chase what’s not for me. I will never chase a man; I will never put a leash on a man. I don’t do that. I feel like, let you be great. If you want to be with other people, go ahead. I’m great by myself."
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thedailymirror--2020-11-12--Students occupy University of Manchester building in lockdown fees protest

Students have occupied a University of Manchester building in protest against paying high fees despite living in `` appalling '' conditions amid the coronavirus pandemic .
The group at the OwensPark Tower unveiled large banners and lit flares from its windows , claiming they are still sticking to coronavirus guidelines have enough food and supplies to stay for at least a week .
They are seeking a reduction to their rent and £9,000 tuition fees after face-to-face classes were stopped and a series of issues with their accommodation .
Ben McGowan , politics and sociology student , said : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from other groups to mean we can stay here for as long as possible and to be honest it 's nicer than my usual halls .
`` We 've had appalling accommodation conditions ranging from flooding to leaks and rat infestations .
`` We have a severely under resourced mental health support network even though mental health amongst students has never been more dire .
`` Last week it reached boiling point with the fences around campus - now we 're expected to pay rent for December when Government guidelines mean we wo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the whole of December . ''
Last week , Manchester students tore down fences erected outside their campus in Fallowfield at the beginning of a second national lockdown .
Students in England will be allocated staggered departure dates during a `` travel window '' between December 3-9 so they can return home after the four-week lockdown .
Mr McGowan said the university has repeatedly refused to meet with students about the issues they face - with students looking for 40 % off their rent bills .
`` We felt the only option we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'll continue to occupy the building until ( they ) agree to meet with us , '' said Mr McGowan .
A University of Manchester spokesperson said : `` We are aware of the protest by a handful of students in an empty residential building .
`` We have made it clear to them that they should n't be there and that they may also be in contravention of current national Health Protection Regulations .
`` We are already engaging with elected Students ' Union representatives about many of the issues being highlighted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fully committed to freedom of expression . ''

The group at the OwensPark Tower unveiled large banners and lit flares from its windows, claiming they are still sticking to coronavirus guidelines have enough food and supplies to stay for at least a week
Students have occupied a University of Manchester building in protest against paying high fees despite living in "appalling" conditions amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The group at the OwensPark Tower unveiled large banners and lit flares from its windows, claiming they are still sticking to coronavirus guidelines have enough food and supplies to stay for at least a week.
They are seeking a reduction to their rent and £9,000 tuition fees after face-to-face classes were stopped and a series of issues with their accommodation.
Ben McGowan, politics and sociology student, said: "We have enough resources and solidarity funding from other groups to mean we can stay here for as long as possible and to be honest it's nicer than my usual halls.
"We've had appalling accommodation conditions ranging from flooding to leaks and rat infestations.
Image: PA) PA)
"We have a severely under resourced mental health support network even though mental health amongst students has never been more dire.
"Last week it reached boiling point with the fences around campus - now we're expected to pay rent for December when Government guidelines mean we won't even be in uni halls for the whole of December."
Last week, Manchester students tore down fences erected outside their campus in Fallowfield at the beginning of a second national lockdown.
Students in England will be allocated staggered departure dates during a "travel window" between December 3-9 so they can return home after the four-week lockdown.
Image: PA) PA)
Image: Joel Goodman/LNP) Joel Goodman/LNP)
Mr McGowan said the university has repeatedly refused to meet with students about the issues they face - with students looking for 40% off their rent bills.
"We felt the only option we had left was direct action so we'll continue to occupy the building until (they) agree to meet with us," said Mr McGowan.
A University of Manchester spokesperson said: "We are aware of the protest by a handful of students in an empty residential building.
"We have made it clear to them that they shouldn't be there and that they may also be in contravention of current national Health Protection Regulations.
"We are already engaging with elected Students' Union representatives about many of the issues being highlighted by the protestors. The University is fully committed to freedom of expression."


thedailymirror--2020-11-12--Southgate responds as Scotland book Euros showdown with England at Wembley

Gareth Southgate says England 's Euro showdown with Scotland can give the whole nation a lift - and is desperate for fans at Wembley to see it .
England boss Southgate , whose side beat Republic of Ireland , will face Scotland at Wembley next June after the Tartan Army qualified for the Euros with a dramatic penalty shoot-out win in Serbia .
Southgate said : `` We all know what those sort of occasions are like - we just hope the fans are there to see it .
`` I would like to congratulate Steve Clarke and his squad @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my hope is that we will have a full house at Wembley to see it .
`` It 's been such a difficult time for everyone in the country and I just hope it will give everyone something to look forward to because these games are great occasions . ''
England defender Reece James said : `` It 's going to be another tough game , it 's a big rivalry .
We will go out to win the game like we do with every game . ''
Southgate was delighted with last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ again while Harry Maguire , Jadon Sancho and Dominic Calvert-Lewin were on target .
Southgate added : “ I was really pleased with the way the boys played , a lot of young players , a lot of inexperience but we used the ball well and created chances .
We could have been more comfortable but overall really pleased , ” said Southgate .
“ We were a bit slow at the start but that is understandable , it is not a team with a lot of time to work together so the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the play between out attacking 10s and wing-backs were very good especially down the left side with Bukayo Saka and Jack and then Mason Mount .
I was very pleased .
`` There are a lot of other players in the squad as well , so we ’ ve got great competition for places .
`` They were in different roles in this game and can both play in a few different roles . ''
Meanwhile , Marcus Rashford has returned to Manchester United after failing to recover from injury which kept him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Coady has also had to return to Wolves after coming into contact with someone on the Government 's track and trace system .
He has returned two negative tests .
Southgate said : `` It 's a bizarre world we live in .
He came into contact with someone before he arrived .
`` He 's had to isolate even though he might not be at risk .
He 's bitterly disappointed . ''
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England beat the Republic of Ireland on Thursday night at Wembley, while the Auld Enemy were busy booking their place at next summer's European Championships with a penalty shootout win over Serbia
Gareth Southgate says England's Euro showdown with Scotland can give the whole nation a lift - and is desperate for fans at Wembley to see it.
England boss Southgate, whose side beat Republic of Ireland, will face Scotland at Wembley next June after the Tartan Army qualified for the Euros with a dramatic penalty shoot-out win in Serbia.
Southgate said: "We all know what those sort of occasions are like - we just hope the fans are there to see it.
"I would like to congratulate Steve Clarke and his squad and it will be great occasion an my hope is that we will have a full house at Wembley to see it.
"It's been such a difficult time for everyone in the country and I just hope it will give everyone something to look forward to because these games are great occasions."
England defender Reece James said: "It's going to be another tough game, it's a big rivalry. We will go out to win the game like we do with every game."
Image: PA) PA)
Southgate was delighted with last night's win as Jack Grealish starred again while Harry Maguire, Jadon Sancho and Dominic Calvert-Lewin were on target.
Southgate added: “I was really pleased with the way the boys played, a lot of young players, a lot of inexperience but we used the ball well and created chances. We could have been more comfortable but overall really pleased,” said Southgate.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“We were a bit slow at the start but that is understandable, it is not a team with a lot of time to work together so the longer they went on the interplay and the play between out attacking 10s and wing-backs were very good especially down the left side with Bukayo Saka and Jack and then Mason Mount. I was very pleased.
"There are a lot of other players in the squad as well, so we’ve got great competition for places.
"They were in different roles in this game and can both play in a few different roles."
Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford has returned to Manchester United after failing to recover from injury which kept him out of the Ireland game.
Conor Coady has also had to return to Wolves after coming into contact with someone on the Government's track and trace system. He has returned two negative tests.
Southgate said: "It's a bizarre world we live in. He came into contact with someone before he arrived.
"He's had to isolate even though he might not be at risk. He's bitterly disappointed."
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