thedailymirror--2020-05-31--At least one million primary school pupils to stay home today

Worried parents are expected to keep at least a million eligible primary pupils at home today as schools allow more children to go back to classes .
That is around half of those in Reception , Year 1 and Year 6 who could return under lockdown easing – in a major blow to Boris Johnson 's hopes of getting back to normal before the summer break .
And headteachers predicted more than one in five teachers will be forced to work from home due to health conditions , their age or having vulnerable family members .
The school-or-no-school division across @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Prime Minster was criticised over shambolic planning – with ministers producing a blueprint for reopening schools on May 12 and then changing it 41 times .
Cabinet minister Robert Jenrick said : “ It may be there are some parents who have not yet made the decision to send their children back but will in the days ahead , when they ’ ve seen schools managed to reopen safely .
`` I hope so , it ’ s extremely important we get children back to school .
`` The evidence suggests it is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not having crucial face-to-face contact.
” But Shadow Chancellor Anneliese Dodds said : “ I think it is important now that we enable people to take the right decisions around this .
That if individual schools feel they are not ready , they are given support so they get to the stage where they are ready .
“ Also if individual parents don ’ t feel it is safe for their children , they are not put in a difficult position.
” As the UK ’ s Covid-19 death toll rose by 113 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also cautioned against reopening classes to all primary pupils before the summer break .
National Governance Association chief executive Emma Knights said : “ Unless something dramatic changes very soon in terms of the Government ’ s scientific and medical advice , it will not be possible for primary schools to invite all pupils back for a whole month .
“ It is adding to uncertainty for parents but also extra pressure on school leaders and governing boards who think they need to try and do this when actually it wouldn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the National Education Union , said : “ The plans on reopening schools since they were first produced on May 12 have been changed 41 times .
That ’ s because they ’ ve had to be revised as things they have forgotten , didn ’ t know and they got wrong had to be added in.
” Ministers want other school years to follow before the holidays – but secondaries will not be properly back until autumn .
They believe it will let parents work and help the economy .
Young @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and research suggests they are less likely to pass it on .
Classes will be limited to 15 , desks spaced apart , drop-off and pick-up times will be staggered and parents will be warned to avoid gathering at the gates for a natter .
But scientific advisers warn it is a “ critical ” moment and we need to be “ very careful ” – or risk a catastrophic second spike .
The National Foundation for Educational Research found schools believe 46 % of families with a four , five , six @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at home .
According to the Office for National Statistics , there are approximately 2.1 million kids eligible to return today – meaning at least a million could be absent .
But the true figure is likely to be higher , as some families will have more than one child in those years .
The NFER report also suggested the most deprived pupils were most likely to stay at home .
And the study of 1,200 heads found 19 % of the 41,135 primary teachers for the eligible ages – almost 19,000 – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ home .
Schools , colleges and nurseries closed 10 weeks ago , except for the vulnerable and key workers ’ kids .
Of the 20 lowest-ranked councils for primary test results , 11 have advised schools to remain closed or are expecting some or all not to open .
Many councils , mainly in the North , have told heads they may delay until later .
NFER chief executive Carole Willis said : “ Guidance needs to be tailored and responsive , allowing flexibility for school leaders to use their judgment.
” A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found only 45 % of parents whose nurseries open today plan to take up their place .
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson said : “ Throughout the pandemic , decisions have been based on the best scientific and medical advice.
” Meanwhile , an individual who went to a holiday club at a primary in Gloucestershire has tested positive for Covid .
Emma Gomersall , head at Woolaston Primary , Lydney , wrote to parents and carers saying the school will stay open .
She added : “ All necessary steps are being taken @ @ @ @ @

Worried parents are expected to keep around half of those in Reception, Year 1 and Year 6 ,who could return, at home despite the government insisting it is safe
At least one million primary school pupils to stay home today despite reopening
Worried parents are expected to keep at least a million eligible primary pupils at home today as schools allow more children to go back to classes.
That is around half of those in Reception, Year 1 and Year 6 who could return under lockdown easing – in a major blow to Boris Johnson 's hopes of getting back to normal before the summer break.
And headteachers predicted more than one in five teachers will be forced to work from home due to health conditions, their age or having vulnerable family members.
The school-or-no-school division across the country became apparent yesterday as the Prime Minster was criticised over shambolic planning – with ministers producing a blueprint for reopening schools on May 12 and then changing it 41 times.
Image: BPM media) BPM media)
Cabinet minister Robert Jenrick said: “It may be there are some parents who have not yet made the decision to send their children back but will in the days ahead, when they’ve seen schools managed to reopen safely.
"I hope so, it’s extremely important we get children back to school.
"The evidence suggests it is children from poorer households losing out by not having crucial face-to-face contact.”
But Shadow Chancellor Anneliese Dodds said: “I think it is important now that we enable people to take the right decisions around this. That if individual schools feel they are not ready, they are given support so they get to the stage where they are ready.
“Also if individual parents don’t feel it is safe for their children, they are not put in a difficult position.”
Image: PA) PA)
As the UK’s Covid-19 death toll rose by 113 yesterday, to 38,489, school governors also cautioned against reopening classes to all primary pupils before the summer break.
National Governance Association chief executive Emma Knights said: “Unless something dramatic changes very soon in terms of the Government’s scientific and medical advice, it will not be possible for primary schools to invite all pupils back for a whole month.
“It is adding to uncertainty for parents but also extra pressure on school leaders and governing boards who think they need to try and do this when actually it wouldn’t be safe.”
And Mary Bousted, of the National Education Union, said: “The plans on reopening schools since they were first produced on May 12 have been changed 41 times. That’s because they’ve had to be revised as things they have forgotten, didn’t know and they got wrong had to be added in.”
Image: Greg Martin / Cornwall Live) Greg Martin / Cornwall Live)
Ministers want other school years to follow before the holidays – but secondaries will not be properly back until autumn. They believe it will let parents work and help the economy.
Young children are at low risk from Covid-19 and research suggests they are less likely to pass it on.
Classes will be limited to 15, desks spaced apart, drop-off and pick-up times will be staggered and parents will be warned to avoid gathering at the gates for a natter.
But scientific advisers warn it is a “critical” moment and we need to be “very careful” – or risk a catastrophic second spike.
The National Foundation for Educational Research found schools believe 46% of families with a four, five, six, 10 or 11-year-old will keep them at home. According to the Office for National Statistics, there are approximately 2.1 million kids eligible to return today – meaning at least a million could be absent. But the true figure is likely to be higher, as some families will have more than one child in those years.
The NFER report also suggested the most deprived pupils were most likely to stay at home. And the study of 1,200 heads found 19% of the 41,135 primary teachers for the eligible ages – almost 19,000 – will only be able to work from home. Schools, colleges and nurseries closed 10 weeks ago, except for the vulnerable and key workers’ kids.
Of the 20 lowest-ranked councils for primary test results, 11 have advised schools to remain closed or are expecting some or all not to open. Many councils, mainly in the North, have told heads they may delay until later.
NFER chief executive Carole Willis said: “Guidance needs to be tailored and responsive, allowing flexibility for school leaders to use their judgment.”
A separate poll by the Early Years Alliance found only 45% of parents whose nurseries open today plan to take up their place. Education Secretary Gavin Williamson said: “Throughout the pandemic, decisions have been based on the best scientific and medical advice.”
Meanwhile, an individual who went to a holiday club at a primary in Gloucestershire has tested positive for Covid.
Emma Gomersall, head at Woolaston Primary, Lydney, wrote to parents and carers saying the school will stay open.
She added: “All necessary steps are being taken to minimise risk.”


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Killing Eve fans 'obsessed' as Jodie Comer nails Scottish accent

Killing Eve fans were overjoyed when actress Jodie Comer proved once again that she can nail any accent .
Jodie , who plays Villanelle , naturally has a Liverpool accent , but she speaks mostly in a Russian accent when playing her assassin character .
But she has also nailed Southern English , New York , and now Scottish in Sunday 's episode .
As Villanelle and her mentor Dasha ( Harriet Walters ) arrived in Aberdeen , Scotland , Villanelle chatted to the hotel concierge in a perfect Scottish accent .
Delighted fans took to Twitter to discuss how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Jodie Comer # KILLINGEVE does the most impeccably perfect Scottish accent .
`` Is there any accent she can ’ t do .
Can we all just take a minute to appreciate how brilliantly talented she is .
Love her , '' wrote one .
`` Just caught up with Killing Eve and I ca n't get over how good it is !
Villanelle 's Scottish accent was brilliant !
# KILLINGEVE `` added another .
Jodie recently revealed playing the psychopath in Killing Eve has made her realise how expressive her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who still lives with parents Jimmy and Donna , found inspiration at home .
She said : “ Some of the faces I pull are outrageous but my mum is like , ‘ Definitely seen that one before.
’ “ But I am also like , ‘ Mum , I get half of them from you ’ .
” But the actress playing the killer in season three of the BBC series does admit to a softer side .
After a scene she often apologises to the actors she kills because she is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ I try to be as careful as I can .
That is always so tense when you go to the scene and say , ‘ I am sorry is this sore ?
Am I hurting you ?
’ “ The funniest one was in season one when Villanelle clamps a guy ’ s private parts .
`` When we came to that we all had a giggle about it . ''
* Killing Eve is available now on BBC iPlayer

KILLING EVE FANS 'OBSESSED' AS JODIE COMER NAILS YET ANOTHER ACCENT
KILLING EVE FANS 'OBSESSED' AS JODIE COMER NAILS YET ANOTHER ACCENT
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Killing Eve fans were delighted as Villanelle actress Jodie Comer proved she can do any accent believably
Killing Eve fans were overjoyed when actress Jodie Comer proved once again that she can nail any accent.
Jodie, who plays Villanelle, naturally has a Liverpool accent, but she speaks mostly in a Russian accent when playing her assassin character.
But she has also nailed Southern English, New York, and now Scottish in Sunday's episode.
As Villanelle and her mentor Dasha (Harriet Walters) arrived in Aberdeen, Scotland, Villanelle chatted to the hotel concierge in a perfect Scottish accent.
Image: BBC) BBC)
Delighted fans took to Twitter to discuss how well believable Jodie's accent was.
"Jodie Comer #KILLINGEVE does the most impeccably perfect Scottish accent.
"Is there any accent she can’t do. Can we all just take a minute to appreciate how brilliantly talented she is. Love her," wrote one.
Image: BBC) BBC)
"Just caught up with Killing Eve and I can't get over how good it is! Villanelle's Scottish accent was brilliant! #KILLINGEVE " added another.
Love Villanelle's Scottish accent #KillingEve #KillingEve3 " wrote a third.
" #KillingEve Accent to Accent incredible," added a fourth.
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A fifth penned: "That Scottish accent!!!! I'm creasing!"
Jodie recently revealed playing the psychopath in Killing Eve has made her realise how expressive her face can be.
The actress, who still lives with parents Jimmy and Donna, found inspiration at home.
She said: “Some of the faces I pull are outrageous but my mum is like, ‘Definitely seen that one before.’
“But I am also like, ‘Mum, I get half of them from you’.”
But the actress playing the killer in season three of the BBC series does admit to a softer side.
After a scene she often apologises to the actors she kills because she is afraid she has hurt them.
She said: “I try to be as careful as I can. That is always so tense when you go to the scene and say, ‘I am sorry is this sore? Am I hurting you?’
“The funniest one was in season one when Villanelle clamps a guy’s private parts.
"When we came to that we all had a giggle about it."
* Killing Eve is available now on BBC iPlayer


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Prince Charles's 'military regime' before returning to royal family front line

Prince Charles has returned to his military roots to ensure he is fighting fit on the royal family front line when the coronavirus crisis is over .
The Prince of Wales has been dedicating himself to “ military type exercises ” twice a day as part of a strict daily routine .
The heir believes his fitness - honed from his time serving in the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy from 1971 to 1976 - is responsible for him bouncing back from a bout of coronavirus after he was infected with the Covid-19 disease in March .
After returning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of “ healthy body , healthy mind ” and has now set about devising a roadmap for the family to return to business along with the Queen and Prince William .
The three senior royals have been holding regular video calls and are all “ raring to go ” after spending recent weeks contacting charities around the country to offer their help in person “ when given the green light ” .
A palace source said : “ The Queen has always maintained the family ‘ must be seen to be believed ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ belief right now .
“ They are all in regular contact over Zoom and FaceTime and have all instructed aides to be fully engaged in scheduling a return public business as soon as possible , but only when the time is right .
“ The Prince is chomping at the bit to return as are the rest of the family .
“ He feels fit and healthy and undoubtedly his unique experience within the family of having been through the illness is shaping his decisions of how things will look in the future.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ultra-simple fitness routine comprises of five basic exercises , dubbed the 5BX .
He bookends his day keeping in touch with his 400 charities and scheduling calls with presidents and heads of governments , with two full-body workouts .
The routine needs no special kit to get the heart racing , involving a series of stretches , sit ups , back extensions , press ups and scissor jumps .
Medical experts believe even moderate exercise can have a positive effect on the immune system and speed up the recovery process , if you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Aides say the Prince ’ s outlook has been integral to him with the Duke of Cambridge in revolutionising the way the royal family has been able to operate throughout the coronavirus crisis .
Charles made history on April 3 by opening the NHS Nightingale hospital in East London via video link with William opening the Birmingham centre two weeks later appearing virtually on a giant screen inside the National Exhibition Centre .
Just days after being given the all clear after contracting Covid19 , Charles praised the tireless work of everyone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ create the 4,000-bed temporary facility at the ExCel convention centre in east London in just nine days .
A well placed insider said : “ There is a lock step in thinking that now , more than ever , the family must have a united front to get them through the crisis and beyond .
“ Whether it ’ s the complete lift and shift of bringing their work into the digital world or working out how they will be best placed to help the country heal after the crisis is over .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the plan is to get back to their public facing roles when they are given the green light.
” Charles , 71 , has been staying at his Scottish home Birkhall with wife Camilla since before the nationwide lockdown .
The Duchess of Cornwall has also spoken about her exercise routine taking part in ‘ Silver Swans ’ ballet classes over Zoom with a gang of friends .
Charles famously skips lunch every day and complements his exercise routine by getting out for a walk once a day .
Royal fans have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from home set up as he posted pictures on social media holding video conferences throughout the lockdown .
He joined fellow environmentalist Alan Titchmarsh on his Classic FM radio last week to highlight the plight of the arts and show-business world that is desperate for support when restrictions are lifted .
On show , amid a rather cluttered desk and a collection of red pens which he uses to scroll notes with ideas , was a new iPad holder he ordered after embracing the new technology .
Palace sources say the new way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ organise meetings on the video conferencing app Zoom after speaking to William , 37 , about how The Firm is helping keep in contact with their various charities .
A palace source added : “ The royal family has shown its ability to evolve quickly into a digital world , they are some of the most familiar faces on Zoom the country has at the moment .
“ The work they are doing now is very much to carry on the contact with their relevant organisations and charities .
“ They were determined @ @ @ @ @ @ @ charities and affiliations slide , just at the moment when they might need them .
“ But the overriding feeling is that the real important part of their work is getting out and meeting people and talking to them face to face .
“ That is something that has obviously changed immeasurably in the world we are all living in and they all are looking forward , like the rest of the country , to getting back to some form of normality when it is safe to do so .
”

EXCLUSIVE: The heir believes his fitness - honed from his time serving in the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy from 1971 to 1976 - is responsible for him bouncing back from a bout of coronavirus
Prince Charles has returned to his military roots to ensure he is fighting fit on the royal family front line when the coronavirus crisis is over.
The Prince of Wales has been dedicating himself to “military type exercises” twice a day as part of a strict daily routine.
The heir believes his fitness - honed from his time serving in the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy from 1971 to 1976 - is responsible for him bouncing back from a bout of coronavirus after he was infected with the Covid-19 disease in March.
After returning to work the Prince heralded the virtues of “healthy body, healthy mind” and has now set about devising a roadmap for the family to return to business along with the Queen and Prince William.
The three senior royals have been holding regular video calls and are all “raring to go” after spending recent weeks contacting charities around the country to offer their help in person “when given the green light”.
A palace source said: “The Queen has always maintained the family ‘must be seen to be believed’ and this is very much the core belief right now.
“They are all in regular contact over Zoom and FaceTime and have all instructed aides to be fully engaged in scheduling a return public business as soon as possible, but only when the time is right.
Image: Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images) Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)
“The Prince is chomping at the bit to return as are the rest of the family.
“He feels fit and healthy and undoubtedly his unique experience within the family of having been through the illness is shaping his decisions of how things will look in the future.”
The Prince of Wales’s ultra-simple fitness routine comprises of five basic exercises, dubbed the 5BX.
He bookends his day keeping in touch with his 400 charities and scheduling calls with presidents and heads of governments, with two full-body workouts.
The routine needs no special kit to get the heart racing, involving a series of stretches, sit ups, back extensions, press ups and scissor jumps.
Image: Getty) Getty)
Medical experts believe even moderate exercise can have a positive effect on the immune system and speed up the recovery process, if you do get ill with something like Covid-19.
Aides say the Prince’s outlook has been integral to him with the Duke of Cambridge in revolutionising the way the royal family has been able to operate throughout the coronavirus crisis.
Charles made history on April 3 by opening the NHS Nightingale hospital in East London via video link with William opening the Birmingham centre two weeks later appearing virtually on a giant screen inside the National Exhibition Centre.
Image: PA) PA)
Just days after being given the all clear after contracting Covid19, Charles praised the tireless work of everyone our NHS heroes alongside those who helped create the 4,000-bed temporary facility at the ExCel convention centre in east London in just nine days.
A well placed insider said: “There is a lock step in thinking that now, more than ever, the family must have a united front to get them through the crisis and beyond.
“Whether it’s the complete lift and shift of bringing their work into the digital world or working out how they will be best placed to help the country heal after the crisis is over.
“Right from the very top, the plan is to get back to their public facing roles when they are given the green light.”
Image: Clarence House /Twitter) Clarence House /Twitter)
Charles, 71, has been staying at his Scottish home Birkhall with wife Camilla since before the nationwide lockdown.
The Duchess of Cornwall has also spoken about her exercise routine taking part in ‘Silver Swans’ ballet classes over Zoom with a gang of friends.
Charles famously skips lunch every day and complements his exercise routine by getting out for a walk once a day.
Royal fans have been treated to numerous glimpses of his working from home set up as he posted pictures on social media holding video conferences throughout the lockdown.
He joined fellow environmentalist Alan Titchmarsh on his Classic FM radio last week to highlight the plight of the arts and show-business world that is desperate for support when restrictions are lifted.
On show, amid a rather cluttered desk and a collection of red pens which he uses to scroll notes with ideas, was a new iPad holder he ordered after embracing the new technology.
Palace sources say the new way of working has spurred him on to organise meetings on the video conferencing app Zoom after speaking to William, 37, about how The Firm is helping keep in contact with their various charities.
A palace source added: “The royal family has shown its ability to evolve quickly into a digital world, they are some of the most familiar faces on Zoom the country has at the moment.
“The work they are doing now is very much to carry on the contact with their relevant organisations and charities.
“They were determined not to let the support for their charities and affiliations slide, just at the moment when they might need them.
“But the overriding feeling is that the real important part of their work is getting out and meeting people and talking to them face to face.
“That is something that has obviously changed immeasurably in the world we are all living in and they all are looking forward, like the rest of the country, to getting back to some form of normality when it is safe to do so.”


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--The Queen pictured for first time since lockdown enjoying horse ride at Windsor

The Queen has been pictured riding in the grounds of Windsor Castle - her first public appearance since the coronavirus lockdown began .
Windsor is said to be the 94-year-old 's favourite royal residence and she has been photographed over the weekend riding one of her ponies , a 14-year-old Fell Pony called Balmoral Fern .
The 94-year-old regularly rides in the grounds of Windsor and has been a passionate horse lover and breeder of thoroughbred racehorses throughout her reign .
Wearing a colourful headscarf and smartly dressed in a tweed jacket , jodhpurs , white gloves and boots , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weather that has been a contrast to the sombre mood of the lockdown .
The last public picture of the Queen was taken as she was driven away from Buckingham Palace to her Windsor Castle home on March 19 .
One of the Queen 's dorgis - she has two named Candy and Vulcan - could be seen next to her as they both looked out of the car window .
The Queen carried out official duties the day before her planned departure , but held her weekly audience with Prime Minister Boris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as usual .
The Queen has made two televised addresses to the nation during the lockdown - the first a speech to reassure the country that coronavirus would be overcome and those in isolation `` will meet again '' , and another on a similar theme to mark VE Day .
The monarch has been joined by the Duke of Edinburgh at Windsor Castle and it is likely a small group of household staff have been isolating with her .

The last public picture of the Queen was taken as she was driven away from Buckingham Palace to her Windsor Castle home on March 19
The Queen pictured for first time since lockdown enjoying horse ride at Windsor
The Queen has been pictured riding in the grounds of Windsor Castle - her first public appearance since the coronavirus lockdown began.
Windsor is said to be the 94-year-old's favourite royal residence and she has been photographed over the weekend riding one of her ponies, a 14-year-old Fell Pony called Balmoral Fern.
The 94-year-old regularly rides in the grounds of Windsor and has been a passionate horse lover and breeder of thoroughbred racehorses throughout her reign.
Wearing a colourful headscarf and smartly dressed in a tweed jacket, jodhpurs, white gloves and boots, the head of state enjoyed the sunny weather that has been a contrast to the sombre mood of the lockdown.
The last public picture of the Queen was taken as she was driven away from Buckingham Palace to her Windsor Castle home on March 19.
One of the Queen's dorgis - she has two named Candy and Vulcan - could be seen next to her as they both looked out of the car window.
The Queen carried out official duties the day before her planned departure, but held her weekly audience with Prime Minister Boris Johnson on the phone rather than face-to-face as usual.
The Queen has made two televised addresses to the nation during the lockdown - the first a speech to reassure the country that coronavirus would be overcome and those in isolation "will meet again", and another on a similar theme to mark VE Day.
The monarch has been joined by the Duke of Edinburgh at Windsor Castle and it is likely a small group of household staff have been isolating with her.


thedailymirror--2020-05-31--Khloe Kardashian fears for daughter True's future after George Floyd murder

Khloe Kardashian has used her voice to speak out about the murder of George Floyd .
The Keeping Up With The Kardashains star , 35 , has begged her fans to educate themselves on the Black Lives Matter movement .
George , 46 , was an unarmed black man who died after a Minneapolis police officer kneeled on his neck for more than eight minutes as he told them `` I ca n't breathe '' .
Officer Derek Chauvin has since been charged with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter and sacked from his job .
The video of George 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ angry spectators all across the world , who demand justice and an end to racist attacks on innocent members of the black community .
Now , Khloe has shared her thoughts on the horrific incident and what it means for her daughter True , two .
The reality TV sensation , who shares her daughter with ex Tristan Thompson , has taken to Instagram to issue a public statement about her feelings as a mother .
Khloe addressed the tragedy that occurred in Minneapolis , Minnesota where George 's life was taken from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to take his forceful knee off the back of his neck .
She started her statement by expressing her disgust by how George was killed .
`` Like so many of you I am angry , heartbroken and disgusted by the murder of George Floyd .
`` We have seen this too many times .
Black people have been discriminated against , victimized and murdered for too long , and have shown superhuman resiliency in the face of constant adversity .
It is incomprehensible to me that it 's 2020 and people continue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ oppress people of color , and that racism is a constant reality . ''
Khloe continued with her inspiring words by admitting that she is fearful of her daughter 's future in a world where black individuals are treated with such disrepect. ''
It breaks my heart to think about parents having to teach their children how to stay alive .
No father should fear for his son 's safety every time he steps foot out the door every morning .
`` No mother should live in fear like that , and as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my future children , and all of our children , I know that we have to create a better future for them .
One filled with love , light , and compassion , not one filled with hatred and ignorance , and I vow to continue to teach my daughter every single day , and with every opportunity I get , to have love for others , regardless of the color of their skin , their sexuality or their religious beliefs . ''
She continued : `` People are not born racist , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we must do our part to stop this cycle and put an end to racism in this country . ''
Khloe insisted that she is very aware of her white privilege in life , and has vowed to use her platform from now on to inspire and educate people from all walks of life about racism and loving one another .
`` I continue to pray for equality for all , understanding and love , and I remain hopeful that together we can help get justice for George and his family , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ murdered , mistreated , abused and ignored .
I will do my part .
I know that I am privileged , in more ways than one , and I will use that privilege to fight for you .
`` I will not let George Floyd 's name be forgotten .
I will speak up , and speak out against discrimination , fearlessly and louder than ever before .
I will stand with you , as together we fight for what 's right .
I will vote for those who stand for equality and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and corruption .
I urge you to do the same . ''
The proud mother-of-one finished off the poignant post by urging her followers to speak up and speak out against hate and racism wherever and whenever they can .
`` This battle is not insurmountable , and any action , no matter how small , can be enough to make a difference , because it 's going to take us all coming together to demand change .
Please do what you can to make your voice heard and to show compassion , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ petitions , text and call , talk to your friends and family about what 's going on , protest , demonstrate , cry , scream and shout ! ''
`` Change MUST happen !
Black lives DO matter !
We can , we must , and we will change the future . ''

The Keeping Up With The Kardashains star addressed the murder of George Floyd by begging fans to use their voice and speak out about racism to make the world a better place for future generations
Khloe Kardashian has used her voice to speak out about the murder of George Floyd.
The Keeping Up With The Kardashains star, 35, has begged her fans to educate themselves on the Black Lives Matter movement.
George, 46, was an unarmed black man who died after a Minneapolis police officer kneeled on his neck for more than eight minutes as he told them "I can't breathe".
Officer Derek Chauvin has since been charged with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter and sacked from his job.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
The video of George's disturbing death has struck a chord with angry spectators all across the world, who demand justice and an end to racist attacks on innocent members of the black community.
Now, Khloe has shared her thoughts on the horrific incident and what it means for her daughter True, two.
The reality TV sensation, who shares her daughter with ex Tristan Thompson, has taken to Instagram to issue a public statement about her feelings as a mother.
Khloe addressed the tragedy that occurred in Minneapolis, Minnesota where George's life was taken from him after he pleaded with Derek Chauvin to take his forceful knee off the back of his neck.
She started her statement by expressing her disgust by how George was killed.
"Like so many of you I am angry, heartbroken and disgusted by the murder of George Floyd.
"We have seen this too many times. Black people have been discriminated against, victimized and murdered for too long, and have shown superhuman resiliency in the face of constant adversity. It is incomprehensible to me that it's 2020 and people continue to restrict, stereotype, damage and oppress people of color, and that racism is a constant reality."
Khloe continued with her inspiring words by admitting that she is fearful of her daughter's future in a world where black individuals are treated with such disrepect.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Image: Tristan Thompson/Instagram) Tristan Thompson/Instagram)
" It breaks my heart to think about parents having to teach their children how to stay alive. No father should fear for his son's safety every time he steps foot out the door every morning.
"No mother should live in fear like that, and as I think about my own daughter, my future children, and all of our children, I know that we have to create a better future for them. One filled with love, light, and compassion, not one filled with hatred and ignorance, and I vow to continue to teach my daughter every single day, and with every opportunity I get, to have love for others, regardless of the color of their skin, their sexuality or their religious beliefs."
She continued: "People are not born racist, they are taught these beliefs, and we must do our part to stop this cycle and put an end to racism in this country."
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Khloe insisted that she is very aware of her white privilege in life, and has vowed to use her platform from now on to inspire and educate people from all walks of life about racism and loving one another.
"I continue to pray for equality for all, understanding and love, and I remain hopeful that together we can help get justice for George and his family, and for every black American who has been murdered, mistreated, abused and ignored. I will do my part. I know that I am privileged, in more ways than one, and I will use that privilege to fight for you.
"I will not let George Floyd's name be forgotten. I will speak up, and speak out against discrimination, fearlessly and louder than ever before. I will stand with you, as together we fight for what's right. I will vote for those who stand for equality and justice, and against racism, bigotry and corruption. I urge you to do the same."
Image: khloekardashian/Instagram) khloekardashian/Instagram)
The proud mother-of-one finished off the poignant post by urging her followers to speak up and speak out against hate and racism wherever and whenever they can.
"This battle is not insurmountable, and any action, no matter how small, can be enough to make a difference, because it's going to take us all coming together to demand change. Please do what you can to make your voice heard and to show compassion, educate yourself and teach others. Sign petitions, text and call, talk to your friends and family about what's going on, protest, demonstrate, cry, scream and shout!"
"Change MUST happen! Black lives DO matter! We can, we must, and we will change the future."


thedailymirror--2020-06-01--Lingard picks his four favourite Man Utd moments including FA Cup final winner

Jesse Lingard has selected his four favourite moments as a Man Utd player - including his FA Cup final winner .
The midfielder was on the fringes of the United first-team when the club last won the Premier League title in 2013 , but did n't make his breakthrough until after Sir Alex Ferguson 's departure .
Since then United 's decline has been notable , though there have been several good moments scattered among the difficult times .
Lingard has been central to the majority of those , but he looks back on four in particular that were special @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sticks out a lot [ against Swansea City on the opening day of the 2014-15 season ] .
It was a great feeling , '' he told MUTV .
`` You have to work hard to get into the first team and to play my debut stands out .
Obviously , I got injured in that game so it stands out a bit more . ''
Despite technically scoring the first goal of David Moyes ' reign as manager in a friendly , Lingard had to wait until Louis van Gaal 's appointment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Shortly after that he fired his first official goal for the club against West Brom at the Stretford End , which he says he remembers `` like it was yesterday '' .
It was under van Gaal that Lingard flourished , and his crowning moment in a United shirt came at the end of the Dutchman 's tenure .
After United and Crystal Palace could not be separated after 90 minutes , it was down to Lingard to thump in a dramatic extra time winner in the 2016 FA Cup final , earning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
United followed that up with League Cup success under Jose Mourinho - with Lingard again scoring in the final - before also winning the Europa League in the same season .
`` There are a lot of great memories – especially the FA Cup , but the European one was brilliant as well , '' he added .
`` That team was quite young and a lot of us had never won the FA Cup or a trophy .
Wazza [ Wayne Rooney ] and Carrers [ Michael Carrick ] had never @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was important for them to win it and important for us , as young lads , to win the first trophy for the club , to get that winning feeling .
`` When you do , you get that hunger to go on and win more trophies .
It was a mixture of everything , the atmosphere was crazy that day at Wembley .
`` It couldn ’ t have been a better day for us . ''
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Lingard has been a regular feature in the post-Ferguson Man Utd years, and played a big part in some of the club's recent successes by scoring important goals
Jesse Lingard has selected his four favourite moments as a Man Utd player - including his FA Cup final winner.
The midfielder was on the fringes of the United first-team when the club last won the Premier League title in 2013, but didn't make his breakthrough until after Sir Alex Ferguson's departure.
Since then United's decline has been notable, though there have been several good moments scattered among the difficult times.
Lingard has been central to the majority of those, but he looks back on four in particular that were special for him personally.
"My debut sticks out a lot [against Swansea City on the opening day of the 2014-15 season]. It was a great feeling," he told MUTV .
Image: Sunday Mirror) Sunday Mirror)
"You have to work hard to get into the first team and to play my debut stands out. Obviously, I got injured in that game so it stands out a bit more."
Despite technically scoring the first goal of David Moyes' reign as manager in a friendly, Lingard had to wait until Louis van Gaal's appointment to be handed his competitive debut.
Shortly after that he fired his first official goal for the club against West Brom at the Stretford End, which he says he remembers "like it was yesterday".
It was under van Gaal that Lingard flourished, and his crowning moment in a United shirt came at the end of the Dutchman's tenure.
After United and Crystal Palace could not be separated after 90 minutes, it was down to Lingard to thump in a dramatic extra time winner in the 2016 FA Cup final, earning van Gaal his only trophy at United.
United followed that up with League Cup success under Jose Mourinho - with Lingard again scoring in the final - before also winning the Europa League in the same season.
"There are a lot of great memories – especially the FA Cup, but the European one was brilliant as well," he added.
"That team was quite young and a lot of us had never won the FA Cup or a trophy. Wazza [Wayne Rooney] and Carrers [Michael Carrick] had never won it before that.
"It was important for them to win it and important for us, as young lads, to win the first trophy for the club, to get that winning feeling.
"When you do, you get that hunger to go on and win more trophies. It was a mixture of everything, the atmosphere was crazy that day at Wembley.
"It couldn’t have been a better day for us."
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thedailymirror--2020-06-01--Alan Shearer tips Kylian Mbappe to make Premier League switch

Alan Shearer has told Kylian Mbappe to light up the Premier League ... at Newcastle United .
The potential new Saudi owners of the Tyneside club are expected to have up to £200m to invest in the medium term if they get the go-ahead from the Premier League for a £300m buy-out .
That has led to Newcastle fans speculating on who their top takeover defining signings could be – with Shearer raising the stakes and telling Mbappe to become a Geordie .
The PSG star is the most sought-after name in world football , and pundits have been playing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ able to afford to sign with the backing of a sovereign wealth fund like Saudi 's PIF .
Mbappe is likely to be way out of their reach with a world record price tag and massive wages , but Shearer , giving an interview in France to Canal+ , quipped : “ I would very much like Kylian Mbappe to come .
`` With his skill , the confidence he has in someone so young , and all the goals he scores , that would be a big plus for the Premier League @ @ @ @ @ @ @ club for him , it 's Newcastle of course !
” Amanda Stavaley 's consortium are working behind the scenes to discover who is available this summer .
Newcastle will post a healthy profit in their accounts due this summer and even before extra investment , or player sales , will have £60m to spend in a buyers market .
Gent forward Jonathan David , 20 , has been scouted and is on the hit list and rated at £35m .
The Canadian international enjoyed an excellent season with the Belgian club , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in 40 appearances .
A bargain is being considered with Nice midfielder Arnaud Lusamba , 23 , who is out of contract .
The Frenchman made 15 Ligue 1 appearances before the season was ended , scoring once .
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Who are the people behind Newcastle's takeover bid?
Who are the people behind Newcastle's takeover bid?
Premier League legend Shearer believes there is "only one" English club Paris Saint-Germain superstar Mbappe should consider joining when the transfer window opens
Alan Shearer has told Kylian Mbappe to light up the Premier League... at Newcastle United.
The potential new Saudi owners of the Tyneside club are expected to have up to £200m to invest in the medium term if they get the go-ahead from the Premier League for a £300m buy-out.
That has led to Newcastle fans speculating on who their top takeover defining signings could be – with Shearer raising the stakes and telling Mbappe to become a Geordie.
The PSG star is the most sought-after name in world football, and pundits have been playing fantasy football predicting who Newcastle might be able to afford to sign with the backing of a sovereign wealth fund like Saudi's PIF.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
Mbappe is likely to be way out of their reach with a world record price tag and massive wages, but Shearer, giving an interview in France to Canal+, quipped: “I would very much like Kylian Mbappe to come.
"With his skill, the confidence he has in someone so young, and all the goals he scores, that would be a big plus for the Premier League."
Image: Mirrorpix) Mirrorpix)
"I only see one club for him, it's Newcastle of course!”
Amanda Stavaley's consortium are working behind the scenes to discover who is available this summer.
Newcastle will post a healthy profit in their accounts due this summer and even before extra investment, or player sales, will have £60m to spend in a buyers market.
Gent forward Jonathan David, 20, has been scouted and is on the hit list and rated at £35m.
The Canadian international enjoyed an excellent season with the Belgian club, scoring 23 goals and providing 10 assists in 40 appearances.
A bargain is being considered with Nice midfielder Arnaud Lusamba, 23, who is out of contract.
The Frenchman made 15 Ligue 1 appearances before the season was ended, scoring once.
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thedailymirror--2020-06-01--Inside post-lockdown Primark - how stores will look and rules for shoppers

Primark has delighted shoppers by announcing it will reopen its doors later this month , and people are expected to flock to get their hands on the latest fashion and homeware bargains .
The high street chain has been closed since lockdown was introduced , but will begin trading again on June 15 in line with government guidelines - but the stores will look very , very different .
Bosses delayed announcing when they would reopen their 281 stores until they knew they had the right safety measures in place .
Some Primark stores are already trading overseas - including @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Belgium , Italy , Germany , Slovenia , France , the US , Portugal and Spain .
They 've been working hard to get everything ready for stores to reopen and to work out how things will look in these unprecedented times .
A spokesman for the the chain told Mirror Online : “ Nothing matters more to us than the health and wellbeing of our employees and customers .
That is why we will only re-open our stores in the UK once we are convinced that it is safe and right to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ following all safety advice from government and will treat this as the minimum standard across all our stores .
`` We will put in place rigorous health and safety measures including a strict social distancing protocol , providing personal protection for employees and customers and increased in-store cleaning .
`` Of course , this is uncharted territory for us and our high street neighbours , which is why we will continuously monitor our re-openings and our health and safety policies to ensure we are doing the best we can to help protect our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continue to adapt to the new normal.
” We 've taken a look at all the changes Primark is making to ensure their shoppers are safe when doors reopen - and strict rules people will have to follow .
The amount of customers allowed in the store at any time will be limited .
By having fewer people in the store , both shoppers and staff will be able to stay a safe distance away from each other .
To enforce this , extra security staff will be added to the team to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ make sure people are following the rules .
They will only open every other till , meaning there is extra staff being staff working behind the counter and customers paying .
Signs will be put around the shops and on the floor to explain the rules .
All staff will be available to every member of staff who wants to wear one .
There will also be hand sanitiser stations at the front of every store , so customers can wash their hands as they arrive .
Perspex screens have been put in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be cleaned more often throughout the foor .
In particular , cleaners will focus on 'touch points ' - including tills , escalators and lifts .
They will also do extra cleaning of staff areas .

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What is Primark like when there are no customers?
What is Primark like when there are no customers?
Primark has announced it will open its 281 shops on June 15, in line with the government guidelines relating to non-essential shops
Inside post-lockdown Primark - how stores will look and rules you'll have to follow
Primark has delighted shoppers by announcing it will reopen its doors later this month, and people are expected to flock to get their hands on the latest fashion and homeware bargains.
The high street chain has been closed since lockdown was introduced, but will begin trading again on June 15 in line with government guidelines - but the stores will look very, very different.
Bosses delayed announcing when they would reopen their 281 stores until they knew they had the right safety measures in place.
Some Primark stores are already trading overseas - including branches in Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium, Italy, Germany, Slovenia, France, the US, Portugal and Spain.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
They've been working hard to get everything ready for stores to reopen and to work out how things will look in these unprecedented times.
A spokesman for the the chain told Mirror Online: “Nothing matters more to us than the health and wellbeing of our employees and customers. That is why we will only re-open our stores in the UK once we are convinced that it is safe and right to do so.
"We are closely following all safety advice from government and will treat this as the minimum standard across all our stores.
"We will put in place rigorous health and safety measures including a strict social distancing protocol, providing personal protection for employees and customers and increased in-store cleaning.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"Of course, this is uncharted territory for us and our high street neighbours, which is why we will continuously monitor our re-openings and our health and safety policies to ensure we are doing the best we can to help protect our people and customers, as we all continue to adapt to the new normal.”
We've taken a look at all the changes Primark is making to ensure their shoppers are safe when doors reopen - and strict rules people will have to follow.
Social distancing
The amount of customers allowed in the store at any time will be limited. By having fewer people in the store, both shoppers and staff will be able to stay a safe distance away from each other.
To enforce this, extra security staff will be added to the team to help with a queuing system and to make sure people are following the rules.
They will only open every other till, meaning there is extra staff being staff working behind the counter and customers paying.
Signs will be put around the shops and on the floor to explain the rules.
PPE and cleaning
All staff will be available to every member of staff who wants to wear one.
There will also be hand sanitiser stations at the front of every store, so customers can wash their hands as they arrive.
Perspex screens have been put in front of the tills.
All shops will be cleaned more often throughout the foor.
In particular, cleaners will focus on 'touch points' - including tills, escalators and lifts. They will also do extra cleaning of staff areas.


thedailymirror--2020-06-01--Christine McGuinness' autistic kids 'regaining confidence' going back to school

Christine McGuinness has revealed her three kids are finally regaining their confidence after the blow of the coronavirus lockdown .
Leo and Penelope , six , and Felicity , four , are autistic - supermum Christine has candidly documented their struggles in adapting to the new normal .
They went back to school almost two weeks ago - ahead of the rest of the UK - and she has now revealed it 's done them a lot of good .
She shared a snap of the three of them playing happily outside in a paddling pool in a huge step @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Honestly , you have no idea how happy this makes me to get all three children outside !
`` Their confidence is slowly coming back .
They are super sensitive to the sunlight , petrified of anything of anything that moves , flies , bees , birds ... and the slightest bit of wind is too loud .
`` But here they are , laughing , playing , having fun in our garden !
`` This will probably last five minutes !
# ProudMummy # Superstars # AutismAwareness # WaterPlay . ''
Christine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Paddy , previously opened up on the Nappy Days podcast about how she `` blamed herself '' for their autism .
`` They were with me permanently , '' she said , `` My husband works away a lot so I thought maybe it was me and that I had n't taught them very well .
`` They also never went to nursery or play groups so I blamed myself for them having no social skills .
`` I thought it was down to me doing a rubbish job as a mother .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ known what causes autism .
She announced they 'd be heading back to school today , along with other primary school children across England .
`` I 'm a very proud mummy ! ''
she gushed , `` My little trio have been total superstars ! ''

Doting mum Christine told that her three kids - who are autistic - are slowly getting back their confidence after the coronavirus lockdown hit them hard
Christine McGuinness says her autistic kids are more confident since going back to school
Christine McGuinness has revealed her three kids are finally regaining their confidence after the blow of the coronavirus lockdown.
Leo and Penelope, six, and Felicity, four, are autistic - supermum Christine has candidly documented their struggles in adapting to the new normal.
They went back to school almost two weeks ago - ahead of the rest of the UK - and she has now revealed it's done them a lot of good.
She shared a snap of the three of them playing happily outside in a paddling pool in a huge step for all three of them.
The proud mum wrote: "My world.
"Honestly, you have no idea how happy this makes me to get all three children outside!
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
"Their confidence is slowly coming back. They are super sensitive to the sunlight, petrified of anything of anything that moves, flies, bees, birds...and the slightest bit of wind is too loud.
"But here they are, laughing, playing, having fun in our garden!
"This will probably last five minutes! #ProudMummy #Superstars #AutismAwareness #WaterPlay."
Image: WireImage) WireImage)
Image: Christine McGuinness) Christine McGuinness)
Christine, who shares the three with husband Paddy, previously opened up on the Nappy Days podcast about how she "blamed herself" for their autism.
"They were with me permanently," she said, "My husband works away a lot so I thought maybe it was me and that I hadn't taught them very well.
"They also never went to nursery or play groups so I blamed myself for them having no social skills.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Image: Christine McGuinness) Christine McGuinness)
"I thought it was down to me doing a rubbish job as a mother."
The NHS says it's not known what causes autism.
She announced they'd be heading back to school today, along with other primary school children across England.
"I'm a very proud mummy!" she gushed, "My little trio have been total superstars!"


thedailymirror--2020-06-01--Gemma Collins slammed for saying 'all lives matter' as violence erupts across US

Gemma Collins has been forced to delete a video of herself saying `` all lives matter '' as the USA reeled from a weekend of violence sparked by the death of a black man .
The GC , 39 , filmed herself uttering the phrase while relaxing in her luxurious new hot tub , as police and military forces battled protesters with violence , rubber bullets and tear gas across several US cities .
The phrase has been picked up by far-right agitators in relation to the Black Lives Matter movement , which was founded in 2013 after the acquittal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who gunned down black teenager Trayvon Martin in the street the previous year .
And several black activists have pointed out it is insensitive to ignore the struggle of people of colour at a time when so many black people die at the hands of American police officers - including George Floyd in Minneapolis .
Sitting in her hot tub on Sunday afternoon with her nephew , Gemma filmed herself telling the camera : `` We just wan na send you happy Sunday vibes .
`` It 's terrible what 's going on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moment , but love will conquer , '' she went on .
`` All lives matter , '' her brother Russel chipped in off-camera .
`` All lives do matter .
And Lady Gaga , we love you , '' the GC added sincerely .
But the clip was swiftly deleted from Gemma 's Instagram Story after she faced backlash on social media for the problematic phrase .
`` What 's it going to take for people to stop supporting this woman ?
why do so many of you still follow her and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a free pass because you think she 's funny - she 's awful , '' wrote a Twitter user called Anthony .
`` Annndddd that 's her unfollowed .
I 've never seen anything that 's just so tone deaf , '' wrote another .
But others leapt to her defence , with one fan tweeting : `` She said f**k all wrong .
She 's supporting gay rights , all lives do matter ... yes # BLACK_LIVES_MATTER but the riots in America show that every life matters .
You all want a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' `` I do n't think she meant that in a bad way I just think she did n't realise the meaning of it , '' said Big Brother star Mark Byron .
`` I find her really hilarious but I could see maybe why other people do n't . ''
The furore comes after President Donald Trump made several incendiary comments during a weekend of violence , as protesters were shot at , shoved and tear-gassed by police in several US cities .
Trump is reported to have hidden in his private @ @ @ @ @ @ @ protesters gathered outside his Washington DC residence .
He had been censured by Twitter on Friday for a tweet which threatened `` when the looting starts , the shooting starts '' - a phrase that echoed the racist Miami police chief Walter Headley 's 1967 threats against the black community .
In another tweet , which appears to have been deleted , Trump then boasted of the `` vicious dogs '' and `` ominous weapons '' wielded by Secret Service officers keeping protesters at bay outside the White House .

Gemma Collins has since deleted a clip of herself saying "all lives do matter" as she floated in her luxe hot tub
Gemma Collins slammed for saying 'all lives matter' as violence erupts across USA
Gemma Collins has been forced to delete a video of herself saying "all lives matter" as the USA reeled from a weekend of violence sparked by the death of a black man.
The GC, 39, filmed herself uttering the phrase while relaxing in her luxurious new hot tub, as police and military forces battled protesters with violence, rubber bullets and tear gas across several US cities.
The phrase has been picked up by far-right agitators in relation to the Black Lives Matter movement, which was founded in 2013 after the acquittal of George Zimmerman, a white man who gunned down black teenager Trayvon Martin in the street the previous year.
Image: Twitter) Twitter)
And several black activists have pointed out it is insensitive to ignore the struggle of people of colour at a time when so many black people die at the hands of American police officers - including George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Sitting in her hot tub on Sunday afternoon with her nephew, Gemma filmed herself telling the camera: "We just wanna send you happy Sunday vibes.
"It's terrible what's going on, what we're seeing at the moment, but love will conquer," she went on.
"All lives matter," her brother Russel chipped in off-camera.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
"All lives do matter. And Lady Gaga, we love you," the GC added sincerely.
But the clip was swiftly deleted from Gemma's Instagram Story after she faced backlash on social media for the problematic phrase.
A source close to Gemma told Mirror Online: "The last thing she'd want to do is cause any offence so she took down the video. She wasn't aware of the connotations of the phrase."
However, several critics blasted her on social media when they saw the clip.
"What's it going to take for people to stop supporting this woman? why do so many of you still follow her and lift her up? stop giving her a free pass because you think she's funny - she's awful," wrote a Twitter user called Anthony.
"Annndddd that's her unfollowed. I've never seen anything that's just so tone deaf," wrote another.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
But others leapt to her defence, with one fan tweeting: "She said f**k all wrong. She's supporting gay rights, all lives do matter... yes #BLACK_LIVES_MATTER but the riots in America show that every life matters. You all want a platform for you wrongly aligned anger!"
"I don't think she meant that in a bad way I just think she didn't realise the meaning of it," said Big Brother star Mark Byron.
"I find her really hilarious but I could see maybe why other people don't."
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
The furore comes after President Donald Trump made several incendiary comments during a weekend of violence, as protesters were shot at, shoved and tear-gassed by police in several US cities.
Trump is reported to have hidden in his private bunker inside the White House as furious protesters gathered outside his Washington DC residence.
He had been censured by Twitter on Friday for a tweet which threatened "when the looting starts, the shooting starts" - a phrase that echoed the racist Miami police chief Walter Headley's 1967 threats against the black community.
In another tweet, which appears to have been deleted, Trump then boasted of the "vicious dogs" and "ominous weapons" wielded by Secret Service officers keeping protesters at bay outside the White House.
Mirror Online has contacted Gemma's rep for comment.


thedailymirror--2020-06-01--Worried parents who keep kids off school in September could be fined

Worried parents who keep their children from school in September could be fined , the Children 's Commissioner for England has warned today .
Anne Longfield said she did n't expect anyone to be punished in the comings days or weeks for not sending their children back to classrooms .
But after the summer holidays , with schools expected to reopen fully , that could change , she said .
Today children in reception , year 1 and year 6 are returning to classrooms for the first time since schools were closed as part of coronavirus lockdown measures more than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been estimated that 1,000,000 eligible kids could still be kept home because their parents are worried about the chances of them catching Covid-19 .
The Government has insisted no fines are on the cards for the meantime .
Boris Johnson stressed last month that he was aware that not all schools would be able to reopen on June 1 , and some may take longer .
Ms Longfield told Sky News today on penalties : `` I have heard nothing about that during this summer term .
`` When schools reopen properly in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` But no , not now . ''
She described the next month as `` dipping a toe in the water '' and trying to get kids back in for some education before the summer break .
But she stressed `` parents know their own children best '' and they must be induced in plans to `` work out the best way to reintroduce children to classrooms . ''
Writing in the Daily Telegraph today , she also called for summer schools for kids that have fallen behind in the past two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` Based in school buildings and running throughout the holidays , summer schools could provide activities of all kinds , meals and potentially some learning too .
`` The idea is likely to be popular with parents , who , however well-intentioned and motivated , may need a break from home schooling . ''
Ministers have insisted the time is right to ease the lockdown despite concerns from teaching unions and parents .
Almost half of parents are expected to not send their kids to class today .
According to the National @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the 1,200 school leaders surveyed expected families to keep pupils at home .
This means that of the more than 2 million students in reception , year 1 and year 6 classes , about 1 million are likely to stay at home .
Students were today pictured heading into school after the prolonged break .
But Government leaders have stressed social distancing measures must stay in place , particularly staying two metres apart from someone outside your household .
Parents have today spoken of their mixed emotions over letting their children return @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Gate Primary School in Southville was one of few schools there to restart classes this morning .
Several other schools are expected to welcome back pupils in the coming days - although many are yet to give an exact date .
Angie Parker , 47 , dropped her daughter off to resume Year 6 at around 8.45am .
She said : `` I 'm going against my instincts , in all honesty .
I think it 's too soon for the schools to be opening .
`` But this school has been so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The detail they have gone into - that 's why [ the children ] are here .
`` I 'm happy to override my gut reaction to support this moving forward .
`` The carrot had been dangled for my child - it would be more harmful to not let her go back .
`` I think it would be tough for them to be at home when they could be in school .
`` But , whether they should be - that 's a different matter .
`` My daughter has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weather has helped .
We are very fortunate in the scheme of things . ''

Children’s Commissioner suggests parents could face fines for keeping kids off school from September
Children’s Commissioner suggests parents could face fines for keeping kids off school from September
Anne Longfield, the Children's Commissioner for England, said she does not expect fines in the coming days or weeks but that could change after the summer holidays if schools continue to reopen
Worried parents who keep kids off school in September could be fined
Worried parents who keep their children from school in September could be fined, the Children's Commissioner for England has warned today.
Anne Longfield said she didn't expect anyone to be punished in the comings days or weeks for not sending their children back to classrooms.
But after the summer holidays, with schools expected to reopen fully, that could change, she said.
Today children in reception, year 1 and year 6 are returning to classrooms for the first time since schools were closed as part of coronavirus lockdown measures more than two months ago.
Image: PA) PA)
But it's been estimated that 1,000,000 eligible kids could still be kept home because their parents are worried about the chances of them catching Covid-19.
The Government has insisted no fines are on the cards for the meantime.
Boris Johnson stressed last month that he was aware that not all schools would be able to reopen on June 1, and some may take longer.
Image: PA) PA)
Ms Longfield told Sky News today on penalties: "I have heard nothing about that during this summer term.
"When schools reopen properly in September, it will be the case.
"But no, not now."
She described the next month as "dipping a toe in the water" and trying to get kids back in for some education before the summer break.
Image: Louie Lomas SWNS) Louie Lomas SWNS)
But she stressed "parents know their own children best" and they must be induced in plans to "work out the best way to reintroduce children to classrooms."
Writing in the Daily Telegraph today, she also called for summer schools for kids that have fallen behind in the past two months due to home-schooling.
She said: "Based in school buildings and running throughout the holidays, summer schools could provide activities of all kinds, meals and potentially some learning too.
"The idea is likely to be popular with parents, who, however well-intentioned and motivated, may need a break from home schooling."
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Ministers have insisted the time is right to ease the lockdown despite concerns from teaching unions and parents.
Almost half of parents are expected to not send their kids to class today.
According to the National Foundation for Educational Research, 46% of the 1,200 school leaders surveyed expected families to keep pupils at home.
This means that of the more than 2 million students in reception, year 1 and year 6 classes, about 1 million are likely to stay at home.
Students were today pictured heading into school after the prolonged break.
But Government leaders have stressed social distancing measures must stay in place, particularly staying two metres apart from someone outside your household.
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Parents have today spoken of their mixed emotions over letting their children return to school.
In Bristol, Ashton Gate Primary School in Southville was one of few schools there to restart classes this morning.
Several other schools are expected to welcome back pupils in the coming days - although many are yet to give an exact date.
Angie Parker, 47, dropped her daughter off to resume Year 6 at around 8.45am.
Image: PA) PA)
She said: "I'm going against my instincts, in all honesty. I think it's too soon for the schools to be opening.
"But this school has been so remarkable. The staff have been amazing. The detail they have gone into - that's why [the children] are here.
"I'm happy to override my gut reaction to support this moving forward.
"The carrot had been dangled for my child - it would be more harmful to not let her go back.
"I think it would be tough for them to be at home when they could be in school.
"But, whether they should be - that's a different matter.
"My daughter has been a darling at home. The weather has helped. We are very fortunate in the scheme of things."


thedailymirror--2020-06-01--Six things you still cannot do - as Government changes lockdown rules today

The coronavirus lockdown is still in place across the UK , but today sees the lifting of some restrictions .
Different rules apply across the four nations , as they take steps to return to normal life .
The lockdown was announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday , March 23 and major restrictions to daily life were introduced in a bid to curb the spread of coronavirus .
In England from Monday , June 1 some of the rules have been eased , but there are still many things you ca n't do .
For the latest on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ public is still not allowed to get together inside , as scientist believe this is the strongest opportunity for transmission of the virus .
While you can meet in groups of up to six in a public place such as a park , you must still maintain a two-metre distance between you and anyone outside your household .
People can also meet in small groups in private gardens and are allowed to walk through a private home to get to a back garden and use the toilet .
Visitors are advised not to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a mask , and if using the toilet disinfect it after use .
People are still allowed to move to a friend ’ s address for several days to allow a “ cooling-off ” period following a domestic argument .
Staying overnight anywhere but your own home You are still not allowed to go to hotels , hostels , B & B 's , campsites , friend 's homes , or even stay in a campervan at the side of the road .
You are not allowed to stay at second homes .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ with members of another household as you will not be able to keep to strict social distancing guidelines .
If you have to travel with people outside your household group , for example in order to travel to work , the government says you should try to share the transport with the same people each time .
The government advises you to wear a face mask , face away from them , keep journeys as short as possible and wash your hands for at least 20 seconds on arrival .
Although people are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ follow social distancing advice , you still can not exercise in a public indoor space .
You can not exercise in an public gym , sports court or leisure centre , or swim in a public pool .
You 're also not allowed to use an outdoor gym or children 's playground .
People who play team sports can meet to train together and do things like conditioning or fitness sessions but they must be in separate groups of no more than six and must be 2 metres apart at all times .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ passing and kicking , equipment sharing should be kept to a minimum and strong hand hygiene practices should be in place before and after .
You can also play doubles tennis with people from outside of your household as long as you remain 2 metres apart as far as possible .
Any equipment that is used should be cleaned frequently .
Private or ticketed attractions remain off limits for now .
The guidance for funerals has not changed since they were introduced at the start of lockdown .
Numbers are still limited to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s household , some close family members or friends and a celebrant of choice .
Will there still be punishments for breaking the rules ?
Yes , and fines for those breaching them have been increased .
Penalties for a first offence are now set at £100 , which can be reduced to £50 if paid within two weeks , and double for every subsequent rule breach , up to £3,200 .
For both individuals and companies who fail to pay fines , they could be taken to court , with magistrates @ @ @ @ @ @

What new lockdown measures come into force on June 1 in England?
What new lockdown measures come into force on June 1 in England?
The Covid-19 lockdown is largely still in place with the advice to stay at home as much as you can but some aspects have eased from today
List of six things you still cannot do - as Government changes lockdown rules today
The coronavirus lockdown is still in place across the UK, but today sees the lifting of some restrictions.
Different rules apply across the four nations, as they take steps to return to normal life.
The lockdown was announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday, March 23 and major restrictions to daily life were introduced in a bid to curb the spread of coronavirus.
In England from Monday, June 1 some of the rules have been eased, but there are still many things you can't do.
For the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, click here
Image: FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock) FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)
Visit anyone else's homes
The public is still not allowed to get together inside, as scientist believe this is the strongest opportunity for transmission of the virus.
While you can meet in groups of up to six in a public place such as a park, you must still maintain a two-metre distance between you and anyone outside your household.
People can also meet in small groups in private gardens and are allowed to walk through a private home to get to a back garden and use the toilet.
Visitors are advised not to touch anything while walking through, wear a mask, and if using the toilet disinfect it after use.
People are still allowed to move to a friend’s address for several days to allow a “cooling-off” period following a domestic argument.
Image: Euan Cherry) Euan Cherry)
Staying overnight anywhere but your own home
You are still not allowed to go to hotels, hostels, B&B's, campsites, friend's homes, or even stay in a campervan at the side of the road.
You are not allowed to stay at second homes.
Image: FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock) FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)
Share a private car
You should avoid sharing a private vehicle with members of another household as you will not be able to keep to strict social distancing guidelines.
If you have to travel with people outside your household group, for example in order to travel to work, the government says you should try to share the transport with the same people each time.
The government advises you to wear a face mask, face away from them, keep journeys as short as possible and wash your hands for at least 20 seconds on arrival.
Image: Tom Maddick / SWNS) Tom Maddick / SWNS)
Some forms of exercise
Although people are allowed outside for unlimited exercise if they follow social distancing advice, you still cannot exercise in a public indoor space.
You cannot exercise in an public gym, sports court or leisure centre, or swim in a public pool.
You're also not allowed to use an outdoor gym or children's playground.
People who play team sports can meet to train together and do things like conditioning or fitness sessions but they must be in separate groups of no more than six and must be 2 metres apart at all times.
While groups could practice ball skills like passing and kicking, equipment sharing should be kept to a minimum and strong hand hygiene practices should be in place before and after.
You can also play doubles tennis with people from outside of your household as long as you remain 2 metres apart as far as possible.
Any equipment that is used should be cleaned frequently.
Visit attractions
Private or ticketed attractions remain off limits for now.
Funerals
The guidance for funerals has not changed since they were introduced at the start of lockdown.
Numbers are still limited to funeral staff, members of the person’s household, some close family members or friends and a celebrant of choice.
Will there still be punishments for breaking the rules?
Yes, and fines for those breaching them have been increased.
Penalties for a first offence are now set at £100, which can be reduced to £50 if paid within two weeks, and double for every subsequent rule breach, up to £3,200.
For both individuals and companies who fail to pay fines, they could be taken to court, with magistrates able to impose unlimited fines.


thedailymirror--2020-06-01--Lloyds and Halifax customers struggle to log on as payments due

Lloyds and Halifax customers have complained about experiencing problems accessing online and mobile banking today .
The banks ' status page reads that services are `` working normally '' , but that has n't stopped people taking to social media to complain about problems .
`` What ’ s happening with the app ... .not working AGAIN , '' One wrote to the Lloyds on Facebook .
Another added : `` Your internet banking is down and your call centre keeps cutting me off . ''
A third tweeted : `` First day of the month , bills to pay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is the mobile app . ''
A Halifax customer added on Twitter : `` I 've been trying for an hour now to reach you by phone and online .
Neither are working .
All I want to do is find out the current balance on my c/card .
This should n't be this hard .
The website keeps crashing , and the automated phone line does n't tell you your balance . ''
Another added simply : `` You are aware no one can access their banking , right ? ''
Lloyds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Twitter , writing : `` We know some of you are having issues with online banking at the moment .
`` We 're sorry for this .
We 're working to have it back to normal soon . ''
`` I hate to be rude or rush you , but I really need access to check my money as I have to send some to my Mum , '' one Tweeted .
`` Can you please let us know what the issue is as there are quite a few of us now asking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ past , some customers have managed to get around problems with Lloyd 's website by heading to its business banking pages .
Lloyds has sent out a message in the past saying people struggling to access their main internet banking pages might be able to get in through their business banking pages .
The banks sent this message out to customers on Twitter in June 2018 : “ You can log on to Internet Banking by visiting [ this ] link , selecting ‘ Log on ’ in the top-right corner & choosing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
If you 're still having problems , you can try picking up the phone .
Lloyds ' online banking customer service number is 03453 000 116 , Halifax 's is 0345 720 3040 .
If you 'd rather not call an 03 number ( which can cost more on some plans ) , you can call on 01733 232030 instead for Lloyds and 0113 242 1984 for Halifax .
Lloyds also offers a range of services over its PhoneBank sevice , meaning you 'll be able to check balances , pay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ You need to register for this to use it ( which might take a few days ) , but once registered you can call on 03453 000 000 or 01733 347 007 .
There 's a full list of Lloyds general and emergency phone numbers here and Halifax customer numbers here .
If all you need is something simple like a balance check , any cash machine should be able to display it on screen .
If that 's not enough , and they 're still open , you can head to a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nearest Lloyds branch or cash machine here and your find out if your local Halifax branch is open here .

Customers of Lloyds Bank and Halifax are struggling to get online as payment are due out on the first of the month - but the bank is reporting it's still "working normally"
Lloyds and Halifax customers struggle to log on as payments due
Lloyds and Halifax customers have complained about experiencing problems accessing online and mobile banking today.
The banks' status page reads that services are "working normally", but that hasn't stopped people taking to social media to complain about problems.
"What’s happening with the app....not working AGAIN," One wrote to the Lloyds on Facebook.
Another added: "Your internet banking is down and your call centre keeps cutting me off."
A third tweeted: "First day of the month, bills to pay, Internet banking is down - so is the mobile app."
A Halifax customer added on Twitter: "I've been trying for an hour now to reach you by phone and online. Neither are working. All I want to do is find out the current balance on my c/card. This shouldn't be this hard. The website keeps crashing, and the automated phone line doesn't tell you your balance."
Another added simply: "You are aware no one can access their banking, right?"
Image: Getty Images/Blend Images) Getty Images/Blend Images)
Lloyds and Halifax both later posted updates on Twitter, writing: "We know some of you are having issues with online banking at the moment.
"We're sorry for this. We're working to have it back to normal soon."
But some customers weren't overly impressed.
"I hate to be rude or rush you, but I really need access to check my money as I have to send some to my Mum," one Tweeted.
"Can you please let us know what the issue is as there are quite a few of us now asking. Thank you."
Image: Getty) Getty)
In the past, some customers have managed to get around problems with Lloyd's website by heading to its business banking pages.
Lloyds has sent out a message in the past saying people struggling to access their main internet banking pages might be able to get in through their business banking pages.
The banks sent this message out to customers on Twitter in June 2018:
“You can log on to Internet Banking by visiting [this] link, selecting ‘Log on’ in the top-right corner & choosing ‘Personal’ or ‘Business’."
If you're still having problems, you can try picking up the phone. Lloyds' online banking customer service number is 03453 000 116, Halifax's is 0345 720 3040.
If you'd rather not call an 03 number (which can cost more on some plans), you can call on 01733 232030 instead for Lloyds and 0113 242 1984 for Halifax.
Lloyds also offers a range of services over its PhoneBank sevice, meaning you'll be able to check balances, pay bills and more over the phone.
You need to register for this to use it (which might take a few days), but once registered you can call on 03453 000 000 or 01733 347 007.
There's a full list of Lloyds general and emergency phone numbers here and Halifax customer numbers here.
If all you need is something simple like a balance check, any cash machine should be able to display it on screen.
If that's not enough, and they're still open, you can head to a branch.
You can search for your nearest Lloyds branch or cash machine here and your find out if your local Halifax branch is open here.


thedailymirror--2020-06-01--Boy, 6, drowns in faeces after slipping from toilet seat into pit latrine

A six-year-old boy has drowned after slipping and falling off a toilet seat into a pit latrine .
The child was found drowned in the outdoor lavatory near his family home in Moldova after a massive two-day search .
Beniamin Osipciuc disappeared last Tuesday in the small town of Hincesti , in the central part of the eastern European country .
Reports say the incident occurred in the afternoon when the boy was at home with his sister , 14 , and brother , nine .
The older children were busy with their homework and noticed his disappearance only later @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were working at the time .
After failing to find the boy on their own , the family reported him missing .
More than a thousand police , hunters and volunteers searched for the boy for the next two days , combing the town and its outskirts .
After the search resulted in no leads , police officers decided to take a closer look at the family 's house and courtyard .
Police official Igor Zglavuta told local media : `` We broke the outside lavatory and found the boy 's body in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ showed no marks of violence on the child 's body , police said .
Prosecutor Remus Moroz told : `` There are no doubts that it was an accident .
`` The boy put on his older sister 's flip-flops and climbed onto the toilet seat .
`` We believe he slipped from the seat , fell in the drop hole and drowned . ''
Police spokeswoman Kristina Vikol added : `` The victim suffocated in faeces after falling in the outside lavatory in the courtyard of his family 's house . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the day of his disappearance .
According to police reports , the boy 's older siblings were in the house and could not hear his screams because the toilet 's walls are made from cement .
Beniamin 's relatives were left in shock at his death .
His father Fyodor Osipciuc said : `` We can not imagine how he could fall through the drop hole .
He used the toilet on his own since he was three ... '' The child , affectionately called Bibi by his family , was buried @ @ @ @ @ @

After a massive search, little Beniamin Osipciuc was found suffocated in faeces in the outdoor lavatory at his home in the small town of Hincesti, Moldova
Boy, 6, drowns in faeces after slipping from toilet seat into pit latrine
A six-year-old boy has drowned after slipping and falling off a toilet seat into a pit latrine.
The child was found drowned in the outdoor lavatory near his family home in Moldova after a massive two-day search.
Beniamin Osipciuc disappeared last Tuesday in the small town of Hincesti, in the central part of the eastern European country.
Reports say the incident occurred in the afternoon when the boy was at home with his sister, 14, and brother, nine.
Image: Facebook) Facebook)
The older children were busy with their homework and noticed his disappearance only later.
They alerted their parents, who were working at the time.
After failing to find the boy on their own, the family reported him missing.
More than a thousand police, hunters and volunteers searched for the boy for the next two days, combing the town and its outskirts.
After the search resulted in no leads, police officers decided to take a closer look at the family's house and courtyard.
Image: Accent TV) Accent TV)
Police official Igor Zglavuta told local media: "We broke the outside lavatory and found the boy's body in the pit latrine."
Forensic examinations showed no marks of violence on the child's body, police said.
Prosecutor Remus Moroz told: "There are no doubts that it was an accident.
"The boy put on his older sister's flip-flops and climbed onto the toilet seat.
Image: PublikaMD) PublikaMD)
"We believe he slipped from the seat, fell in the drop hole and drowned."
Police spokeswoman Kristina Vikol added: "The victim suffocated in faeces after falling in the outside lavatory in the courtyard of his family's house."
Detectives say Beniamin fell in the toilet on the day of his disappearance.
Image: Facebook) Facebook)
According to police reports, the boy's older siblings were in the house and could not hear his screams because the toilet's walls are made from cement.
Beniamin's relatives were left in shock at his death.
His father Fyodor Osipciuc said: "We cannot imagine how he could fall through the drop hole. He used the toilet on his own since he was three..."
The child, affectionately called Bibi by his family, was buried yesterday, local media reported.


thedailymirror--2020-06-01--Alan Halsall cuddles girlfriend and daughter after clashing with ex-wife Lucy-Jo

Alan Halsall had a few sweet words for girlfriend Tisha Merry and daughter Sienna-Rae in an Instagram snap of the three together .
The Coronation Street star , 37 , recently clashed with ex-wife Lucy-Jo Hudson over co-parenting but is putting the drama aside as he is focusing on Tisha , 25 , and Sienna .
Alan and Lucy-Jo split in 2018 , and currently co parent their six year old daughter Sienna Rae , while they are both in new relationships .
Sharing a snap of the trio grinning in the pool , Alan wrote : `` 'Water way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
The soap star recently said he has `` no regrets '' after Lucy-Jo reckoned otherwise in a recent interview .
A recent interview saw Lucy say that Alan `` must have regretted '' an Instagram post that struck out at her and boyfriend Lewis Devine .
Alan lashed out in a now-deleted Instagram post , writing : `` You ’ re welcome to keep the lying cheating one & call her your own !
But not my daughter . ''
Addressing the drama , Lucy-Jo told OK !
: `` I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when he posted that so I didn ’ t see it and my head was elsewhere .
He quickly deleted it so he must have regretted it . ''
She added : `` I didn ’ t bother bringing it up with him .
Lew and I were both too focused on Carter so it just didn ’ t get our attention . ''
And Alan recently shared a snap of the sunset , the words `` No Regrets '' written in the corner .
Lucy-Jo recently opened up about the struggles that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not an easy task .
And Lewis says that he and Alan never fell out about it .
Lucy-Jo added : `` No , but the thing is , everybody who has a blended family knows it ’ s not easy .
You can ’ t pretend that it is .
And me and Alan sometimes have different views on raising Sienna so trying to co-parent can be challenging .
It ’ s probably like that for a lot of blended families . ''
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The Corrie star recently clashed with ex-wife Lucy-Jo Hudson over co-parenting but is putting the drama aside as he is focusing on Tisha and Sienna
Alan Halsall cuddles girlfriend and daughter in sweet pic after clashing with ex-wife Lucy-Jo
Alan Halsall had a few sweet words for girlfriend Tisha Merry and daughter Sienna-Rae in an Instagram snap of the three together.
The Coronation Street star, 37, recently clashed with ex-wife Lucy-Jo Hudson over co-parenting but is putting the drama aside as he is focusing on Tisha, 25, and Sienna.
Alan and Lucy-Jo split in 2018, and currently co parent their six year old daughter Sienna Rae, while they are both in new relationships.
Sharing a snap of the trio grinning in the pool, Alan wrote: "'Water way to have a good time'~ Alan Partridge."
The soap star recently said he has "no regrets" after Lucy-Jo reckoned otherwise in a recent interview.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
A recent interview saw Lucy say that Alan "must have regretted" an Instagram post that struck out at her and boyfriend Lewis Devine.
Alan lashed out in a now-deleted Instagram post, writing: "You’re welcome to keep the lying cheating one & call her your own! But not my daughter."
Addressing the drama, Lucy-Jo told OK! : "I had literally just given birth to Carter when he posted that so I didn’t see it and my head was elsewhere. He quickly deleted it so he must have regretted it."
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
She added: "I didn’t bother bringing it up with him. Lew and I were both too focused on Carter so it just didn’t get our attention."
And Alan recently shared a snap of the sunset, the words "No Regrets" written in the corner.
Lucy-Jo recently opened up about the struggles that come with co-parenting, saying it's not an easy task.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
And Lewis says that he and Alan never fell out about it.
Lucy-Jo added: "No, but the thing is, everybody who has a blended family knows it’s not easy. You can’t pretend that it is. And me and Alan sometimes have different views on raising Sienna so trying to co-parent can be challenging. It’s probably like that for a lot of blended families."
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