thedailymirror--2020-03-19--Corrie's Jack P Shepherd stocks up on 12 bottles of wine ahead of lockdown

Jack P Shepherd is all set for the coronavirus quarantine .
The Coronation Street star , 32 , decided to head to his nearest 'big ' supermarket to stock up on the essentials before it 's forbidden for him to leave his humble abode .
Despite the fact the actor arrived at the supermarket with a grocery list , he was left bewildered after witnessing the manic panic-buyers who seemed to have cleared the shelves of most of his neccessities .
Caught up in the midst of it all , Corrie star ended up resorting to spot of panic-buying himself @ @ @ @ @ @ @ document the entire ordeal with his followers , the David Platt actor was left astonished at the bulging trolleys of panicked customers who feared they would 'never be fed again ' .
The soap star shared a thought-provoking picture of a huge , growing queue in the supermarket , featuring customers with trolleys full to the brim of food , alcohol and every day household essentails .
Admitting that he found the whole ordeal to be a bit overwhelming , he captioned the snap : `` How we spend our days now .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ all got a bit too much for Jack and he headed to Marks and Spencer 's to seek refuge .
Upon arrival , the 32-year-0ld was left speechless after glancing at the empty isles .
Delighted by the fact the shelves were well stocked , Jack showed his followers exactly what he had come for .
Sharing his delightful experience with his Instagram followers , Jack praised the 'relaxed ' M & S store to no end .
`` The difference ... M & S .
No one here .
No one here @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Honestly , I feel like I 'm on holiday coming to Marks & Spencer .
`` Absolutely no one here , everyone 's stress free .
People are walking round in f***ing flip flops for f** 's sake . ''
Sharing a glimpse into his trolley , the star has stocked up on some essentials which included toothpaste , a loaf of freshly baked , tea bags and shower gel .
Most importantly though , the Coronation Street star carefully placed twelve bottles of red wine into his basket .
Suggesting that he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ quarantine wisely while sipping on wine , Jack jokingly said goodbye to his followers and signed off from his supermarket sweep by saying : `` See you on the other side , b**ches . ''
His supermarket rendezvous comes after ITV announced a change to the soaps schedule that will impact both Coronation Street and Emmerdale as a response to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic .
Coronation Street episodes will be temporarily halved from six a week to just three .
The broadcaster said the decision had been made to keep much loved shows @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the ongoing health crisis .
A statement from ITV read : `` The continued transmission of both soaps is a priority to all of us at ITV and to our audiences who enjoy the shows .
Whilst carefully adhering to the latest health advice from the Government and Public Health England , our production teams are continuing to film episodes in Manchester and Leeds .
`` With this change of transmission pattern it will ensure we have great new soap episodes coming to air every weekday night until at least the early @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 30 March Coronation Street and Emmerdale 's scheduling pattern will be changing due to the coronavirus pandemic .
`` Emmerdale will air Monday to Friday at 7pm and Coronation Street Monday , Wednesday and Friday at 7.30pm . ''

The Coronation Street star is fully prepared for his quarantine lockdown experience after he headed to his local supermarket to stock up on the booze
Coronation Street's Jack P Shepherd stocks up on 12 bottles of wine ahead of lockdown
Jack P Shepherd is all set for the coronavirus quarantine.
The Coronation Street star, 32, decided to head to his nearest 'big' supermarket to stock up on the essentials before it's forbidden for him to leave his humble abode.
Despite the fact the actor arrived at the supermarket with a grocery list, he was left bewildered after witnessing the manic panic-buyers who seemed to have cleared the shelves of most of his neccessities.
Caught up in the midst of it all, Corrie star ended up resorting to spot of panic-buying himself.
Taking to his Instagram stories to document the entire ordeal with his followers, the David Platt actor was left astonished at the bulging trolleys of panicked customers who feared they would 'never be fed again'.
Image: Jack P Shepherd/Instagram) Jack P Shepherd/Instagram)
The soap star shared a thought-provoking picture of a huge, growing queue in the supermarket, featuring customers with trolleys full to the brim of food, alcohol and every day household essentails.
Admitting that he found the whole ordeal to be a bit overwhelming, he captioned the snap: "How we spend our days now."
After a few minutes, it all got a bit too much for Jack and he headed to Marks and Spencer's to seek refuge.
Upon arrival, the 32-year-0ld was left speechless after glancing at the empty isles.
Image: Jack P Shepherd/Instagram) Jack P Shepherd/Instagram)
Delighted by the fact the shelves were well stocked, Jack showed his followers exactly what he had come for.
Sharing his delightful experience with his Instagram followers, Jack praised the 'relaxed' M&S store to no end.
"The difference...M&S. No one here. No one here".
"Look at this. Honestly, I feel like I'm on holiday coming to Marks & Spencer.
"Absolutely no one here, everyone's stress free. People are walking round in f***ing flip flops for f**'s sake."
Image: Jack P Shepherd/Instagram) Jack P Shepherd/Instagram)
Sharing a glimpse into his trolley, the star has stocked up on some essentials which included toothpaste, a loaf of freshly baked, tea bags and shower gel.
Most importantly though, the Coronation Street star carefully placed twelve bottles of red wine into his basket.
Suggesting that he's going to spend his time in quarantine wisely while sipping on wine, Jack jokingly said goodbye to his followers and signed off from his supermarket sweep by saying: "See you on the other side , b**ches."
His supermarket rendezvous comes after ITV announced a change to the soaps schedule that will impact both Coronation Street and Emmerdale as a response to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Coronation Street episodes will be temporarily halved from six a week to just three.
The broadcaster said the decision had been made to keep much loved shows on air for as long as possible in the ongoing health crisis.
A statement from ITV read: "The continued transmission of both soaps is a priority to all of us at ITV and to our audiences who enjoy the shows. Whilst carefully adhering to the latest health advice from the Government and Public Health England, our production teams are continuing to film episodes in Manchester and Leeds.
"With this change of transmission pattern it will ensure we have great new soap episodes coming to air every weekday night until at least the early summer.
"With effect from Monday 30 March Coronation Street and Emmerdale's scheduling pattern will be changing due to the coronavirus pandemic.
"Emmerdale will air Monday to Friday at 7pm and Coronation Street Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7.30pm."


thedailymirror--2020-03-19--Arnold Schwarzenegger and TikTok in $3 million coronavirus plan to feed students

Hollywood star Arnold Schwarzenegger has joined forces with TikTok to help students during the coronavirus pandemic .
The Terminator actor and former Governor of California , 72 , has joined forces with the social media giant to help feed students during the health crisis .
According to TMZ , TikTok will donate $ 3 million to feed families across the country with Schwarzenegger 's After-School All-Stars programme .
The move allows 60 cities to feed students who would usually eat school to get food vouchers to survive the crisis which has seen a large number of schools close .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ US that have been most hit by the crisis including Los Angeles , New York City , Miami , Washington D.C. , San Francisco , and Seattle .
The food is due to come from companies such as Food Land , Safeway , Walmart , Publix , Ralphs , Kroger , Giant , and Target .
TikTok is also matching up to $ 1 million in employee donations to aid Arnold 's organisation in its endeavours to feed families most in need .
There have been 13,304 reported cases of COVID-19 in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It 's a war , '' he said .
`` I view it as a , in a sense , a wartime president .
It 's a very tough situation . ''
Trump is poised to sign the Defense Production Act , which gives him the power to direct civilian businesses to help meet orders for products necessary and deploying two Navy hospital ships .
There have been more than 200,000 cases of coronavirus worldwide and approaching 9,000 deaths .
There were 2,626 positive cases in the UK , as of 9am on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
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Terminator star and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has joined forces with social media giant TikTok to aid students amid the COVID-19 crisis
Coronavirus: Arnold Schwarzenegger partners with TikTok in $3 million move to feed students
Hollywood star Arnold Schwarzenegger has joined forces with TikTok to help students during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Terminator actor and former Governor of California, 72, has joined forces with the social media giant to help feed students during the health crisis.
According to TMZ, TikTok will donate $3 million to feed families across the country with Schwarzenegger's After-School All-Stars programme.
The move allows 60 cities to feed students who would usually eat school to get food vouchers to survive the crisis which has seen a large number of schools close.
Image: Schwarzenegger/Twitter) Schwarzenegger/Twitter)
The plan will aid major cities in the US that have been most hit by the crisis including Los Angeles, New York City, Miami, Washington D.C., San Francisco, and Seattle.
The food is due to come from companies such as Food Land, Safeway, Walmart, Publix, Ralphs, Kroger, Giant, and Target.
TikTok is also matching up to $1 million in employee donations to aid Arnold's organisation in its endeavours to feed families most in need.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
There have been 13,304 reported cases of COVID-19 in the US and 185 confirmed deaths.
President Donald Trump has declared himself a "wartime president".
"It's a war," he said. "I view it as a, in a sense, a wartime president. It's a very tough situation."
Trump is poised to sign the Defense Production Act, which gives him the power to direct civilian businesses to help meet orders for products necessary and deploying two Navy hospital ships.
There have been more than 200,000 cases of coronavirus worldwide and approaching 9,000 deaths.
There were 2,626 positive cases in the UK, as of 9am on Wednesday, according to official government figures.
Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at webcelebs@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033.


thedailymirror--2020-03-19--Cantona in line for sensational Man Utd return as Red Devils chiefs discuss idea

Eric Cantona could be set for a sensational return to Manchester United .
United legend Cantona is one of the most influential figures in the club ’ s glorious history and the idea of bringing him back in an ambassadorial role is being discussed at Old Trafford .
They already have greats like Bryan Robson and Denis Irwin as ambassadors as United enjoy celebrating their wonderful past and they have been involved on roadshows as well as personal appearances .
Cantona , 53 , remains a legendary and incredibly popular figure among the fans and would also bring star-studded appeal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have a club legend as their manager in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer , Sir Alex Ferguson attends all the home games and is often seen at the training ground .
Cantona is often credited as being Ferguson ’ s greatest ever signing as the Frenchman helped push United to their first Premier League title and spark a glorious new era for the club .
His return even in an ambassadorial role would be a huge lift for the club and a major vote winner for the current club hierarchy as they stay in touch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has had to postpone his honeymoon because of the coronavirus .
Manchester United legend Ferdinand and new wife Kate Wright married last year but had to put their honeymoon on hold back then because of his TV commitments .
Now they have had to do it again because they were due to fly to Abu Dhabi but they , like thousands of others , can not fly because of the virus .
Arsenal couriered dozens of fitness bikes out to their players last Sunday to ensure the first team squad stays fit while @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sunderland may have scored an own goal on teenage left back Williams Kokolo .
The Black Cats told the 19-year-old Frenchman in January they would not be renewing his deal but did not expect such big interest in him with Bayern Munich , West Ham , St Gallen , Fulham and Napoli all keen to take him on trial .
Middlesbrough have now signed Kokolo and he is already training with them but will not be able to play for Boro ’ s first team until the summer .
The coronavirus has delivered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from Chelsea , to Crystal Palace and Manchester United offering to help NHS staff and match day staff who might not get paid .
But another really good story which deserves highlighting is Wigan ’ s Jamal Lowe offering to help Barnet ’ s youngsters with the club having announced this week that non-playing staff were being made redundant and academy funding would have to be stopped .
Lowe ’ s wonderful gesture immediately drew praise from the non-league club ’ s manager Darren Currie who wrote on Twitter : “ I don @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have my respect .
Jamal Lowe has just offered financial support to our academy in the wake of recent news.
” UEFA president Alexander Ceferin has managed to supply 300,000 face masks for his native Slovenia .
Ceferin told Chinese businessman Jack Ma - founder of Alibaba which is a UEFA sponsor - about a lack of face masks in the country amid the coronavirus crisis .
The Alibaba Foundation donated 300,000 face masks that same day and Ceferin said : `` I called my friend Jack Ma , told him we had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could help .
He went into action on the same day . ''
Sky are taking no chances at their West London studios as they are taking the temperature of all their guests as they arrive .

JOHN CROSS COLUMN: Rio Ferdinand has had to cancel his honeymoon and Arsenal have gone the extra mile to help their players stay fit
Eric Cantona could be set for a sensational return to Manchester United.
United legend Cantona is one of the most influential figures in the club’s glorious history and the idea of bringing him back in an ambassadorial role is being discussed at Old Trafford.
They already have greats like Bryan Robson and Denis Irwin as ambassadors as United enjoy celebrating their wonderful past and they have been involved on roadshows as well as personal appearances.
Cantona, 53, remains a legendary and incredibly popular figure among the fans and would also bring star-studded appeal.
United, of course, already have a club legend as their manager in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Sir Alex Ferguson attends all the home games and is often seen at the training ground.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
Cantona is often credited as being Ferguson’s greatest ever signing as the Frenchman helped push United to their first Premier League title and spark a glorious new era for the club.
His return even in an ambassadorial role would be a huge lift for the club and a major vote winner for the current club hierarchy as they stay in touch with the glorious past.
Rio postpones honeymoon
Rio Ferdinand has had to postpone his honeymoon because of the coronavirus.
Manchester United legend Ferdinand and new wife Kate Wright married last year but had to put their honeymoon on hold back then because of his TV commitments.
Now they have had to do it again because they were due to fly to Abu Dhabi but they, like thousands of others, cannot fly because of the virus.
Image: BBC/October Films/Dan Kennedy) BBC/October Films/Dan Kennedy)
Arsenal go the extra mile
Arsenal couriered dozens of fitness bikes out to their players last Sunday to ensure the first team squad stays fit while at home during the coronavirus crisis.
Sunderland drop ball
Sunderland may have scored an own goal on teenage left back Williams Kokolo.
The Black Cats told the 19-year-old Frenchman in January they would not be renewing his deal but did not expect such big interest in him with Bayern Munich, West Ham, St Gallen, Fulham and Napoli all keen to take him on trial.
Middlesbrough have now signed Kokolo and he is already training with them but will not be able to play for Boro’s first team until the summer.
Lowe and behold
Image: James Marsh/BPI/REX) James Marsh/BPI/REX)
The coronavirus has delivered some brilliant stories about football coming together from Chelsea, to Crystal Palace and Manchester United offering to help NHS staff and match day staff who might not get paid.
But another really good story which deserves highlighting is Wigan’s Jamal Lowe offering to help Barnet’s youngsters with the club having announced this week that non-playing staff were being made redundant and academy funding would have to be stopped.
Lowe’s wonderful gesture immediately drew praise from the non-league club’s manager Darren Currie who wrote on Twitter: “I don’t know you personally but you have my respect. Jamal Lowe has just offered financial support to our academy in the wake of recent news.”
Ceferin supplies face masks
UEFA president Alexander Ceferin has managed to supply 300,000 face masks for his native Slovenia.
Ceferin told Chinese businessman Jack Ma - founder of Alibaba which is a UEFA sponsor - about a lack of face masks in the country amid the coronavirus crisis.
The Alibaba Foundation donated 300,000 face masks that same day and Ceferin said: "I called my friend Jack Ma, told him we had a problem and to see if he could help. He went into action on the same day."
Sky taking precautions
Sky are taking no chances at their West London studios as they are taking the temperature of all their guests as they arrive.


thedailymirror--2020-03-19--Martin Lewis starts coughing after telling public not to panic over coronavirus

Martin Lewis started awkwardly coughing live on air while trying to ease coronavirus fears .
The money saving expert , who regularly appears on This Morning and Good Morning Britain , was answering questions about the pandemic on The Martin Lewis Money Show .
Martin was hosting a phone-in with viewers and was getting advice from investment expert Chris Justham when he could be heard coughing in the background .
He began spluttering again while walking across the studio , then confessed : `` It 's so funny .
I need to cough on air .
It would be less @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Worried co-host Angelica Bell told Martin to have a drink of water - while concerned viewers questioned whether he should be in self-isolation .
After the programme had aired , Martin reassured his worried Twitter followers about his cough .
He tweeted : `` Hi folks .
Hope the show went down ok. Obviously we were stripped down to the bones , but I think it 's important .
`` And as for my cough - its just a little tickle ( i hope ) not consistent .
But what a time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Twitter after noticing that Martin was coughing during the programme tonight .
One viewer said : `` DONT LIKE THE SOUND OF THAT COUGH MARTIN '' A third asked : `` Shouldn ’ t @ MartinSLewis be self isolating with a cough ? ''
`` Fair play to # MartinLewis defo better to fart than cough in this day and age , '' said a fourth .
This comes after a BBC News presenter had to reassure viewers after having a coughing fit live on air on Wednesday .
Carrie Gracie , who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : Your Questions Answered ' , paused briefly to cough into her hand .
The Scottish journalist said : `` You 've been sending in your questions about the virus and the measures ... '' Carrie had to stop speaking and turned her head to the side to cough into her closed fist before telling viewers : `` Excuse me . ''
The host reassured viewers that she did not have a persistent cough or a fever , which are symptoms of coronavirus .
She said : `` I 'm just going to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ catch in my throat that is not a persistent cough and I do not have a fever . ''
After coughing once again , Carrie added : `` This studio is sometimes dusty . ''
*The Martin Lewis Money Show airs Thursdays on ITV at 8pm

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Coronavirus: Martin Lewis starts coughing live on air after telling public not to panic
Martin Lewis started awkwardly coughing live on air while trying to ease coronavirus fears.
The money saving expert, who regularly appears on This Morning and Good Morning Britain, was answering questions about the pandemic on The Martin Lewis Money Show.
Martin was hosting a phone-in with viewers and was getting advice from investment expert Chris Justham when he could be heard coughing in the background.
He began spluttering again while walking across the studio, then confessed: "It's so funny. I need to cough on air. It would be less embarrassing to fart I tell you."
Worried co-host Angelica Bell told Martin to have a drink of water - while concerned viewers questioned whether he should be in self-isolation.
Image: ITV) ITV)
After the programme had aired, Martin reassured his worried Twitter followers about his cough.
He tweeted: "Hi folks. Hope the show went down ok. Obviously we were stripped down to the bones, but I think it's important.
"And as for my cough - its just a little tickle (i hope) not consistent. But what a time to start!"
Viewers took to Twitter after noticing that Martin was coughing during the programme tonight.
One viewer said: "DONT LIKE THE SOUND OF THAT COUGH MARTIN"
"Cough cough... got coronavirus? Hope you’re alright Martin," added another.
A third asked: "Shouldn’t @MartinSLewis be self isolating with a cough?"
"Fair play to #MartinLewis defo better to fart than cough in this day and age," said a fourth.
Image: BBC) BBC)
This comes after a BBC News presenter had to reassure viewers after having a coughing fit live on air on Wednesday.
Carrie Gracie, who was hosting a special programme called 'Coronavirus: Your Questions Answered', paused briefly to cough into her hand.
The Scottish journalist said: "You've been sending in your questions about the virus and the measures..."
Carrie had to stop speaking and turned her head to the side to cough into her closed fist before telling viewers: "Excuse me."
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The host reassured viewers that she did not have a persistent cough or a fever, which are symptoms of coronavirus.
She said: "I'm just going to say now I've just got a catch in my throat that is not a persistent cough and I do not have a fever."
After coughing once again, Carrie added: "This studio is sometimes dusty."
*The Martin Lewis Money Show airs Thursdays on ITV at 8pm


thedailymirror--2020-03-19--Coronavirus sees Martin Lewis break one of his key rules about credit cards

Martin Lewis has offered his advice on what people need to do now to make sure they get through the fallout from the coronavirus outbreak .
Speaking to viewers of a coronavirus special edition of the ITV Martin Lewis Money Show , he did n't pull any punches about the scale of the threat .
`` We face an unprecedented challenge to our health , economy , businesses and way of life , '' he said .
The consumer money expert fielded questions live about everything from mortgages to benefits , but his key message was about how we can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` For me there 's one word that sums up the way we all need to act right now - forbearance , '' Martin said .
It means not enforcing legal requirements , Martin explained .
So , for example , banks not calling in debts because someone is struggling .
But it 's more than just letting consumers off , Martin said , it cuts both ways .
Because while people are struggling , in many cases so are companies - and those companies also employ people .
So if you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reject a refund , or take a voucher instead of cash when you 're entitled to money back , you can help them out .
It could save companies and jobs , he pointed out .
`` If we all show each other forbearance , right now , while we can , we will all come out of this in the best state we can , '' Martin said .
On a more practical level , Martin pointed out there are four things to think about that you might not realise yet .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ savings without penalties if you need them .
`` I 'd only do this if you need to , '' Martin warned - pointing out that the `` unprecedented '' cut in the Bank of England base rate means you wo n't see rates as good as they are now for a while .
Secondly , the collapse in the oil price means there are some `` seriously cheap '' energy deals about .
So if you 're able to switch now you could save yourself hundreds of pounds .
Thirdly , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 0 % credit card deals .
These let you either spend money or transfer existing card debt to a new provider in return for a set period where no interest is charged on that money .
But with the economy looking shakier it 's getting harder and harder to be accepted .
The challenging times also mean he 's changed his advice when it comes to 0 % cards .
`` I hate what I 'm about to say now , '' Martin said .
Normally , he would only advise people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interest , never to borrow , but times have changed .
Now , they could offer people a way to pay for the necessities of life without incurring interest on their debt .
`` We 're in different logical times , '' Martin explained .
Fourthly , he had a warning about scammers .
`` They 're using coronavirus to scam vulnerable people , '' Martin explained .
Adding he 'd use a lot stronger language about how he felt about them if his show was on after the watershed .
Key tactics @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and they need to transfer cash , while other post fake news on social media- some even using his face to trick people .
Do n't be fooled , Martin said , hang up and check the bank 's official site for the real information .
And if you 're calling back , try to use a different phone line and the number on the back of your card to make sure they ca n't trick you .
But his overall message was one of pulling together to help .
`` Be kind @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , '' Martin told viewers .
`` We need to look after each other , we need to look after our finances , but most of all we need to look after our health ... we 'll get through it all . ''

Consumer expert Martin Lewis has been answering the nation's most pressing questions about how their finances will be affected by the coronavirus and the scale of the problem has seen him change some of his key advice
Coronavirus sees Martin Lewis break one of his key rules about credit cards
Martin Lewis has offered his advice on what people need to do now to make sure they get through the fallout from the coronavirus outbreak.
Speaking to viewers of a coronavirus special edition of the ITV Martin Lewis Money Show, he didn't pull any punches about the scale of the threat.
"We face an unprecedented challenge to our health, economy, businesses and way of life," he said.
The consumer money expert fielded questions live about everything from mortgages to benefits, but his key message was about how we can all help each other get through it.
"For me there's one word that sums up the way we all need to act right now - forbearance," Martin said.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
It means not enforcing legal requirements, Martin explained. So, for example, banks not calling in debts because someone is struggling.
But it's more than just letting consumers off, Martin said, it cuts both ways.
Because while people are struggling, in many cases so are companies - and those companies also employ people.
So if you're lucky enough to be able to reject a refund, or take a voucher instead of cash when you're entitled to money back, you can help them out.
It could save companies and jobs, he pointed out.
"If we all show each other forbearance, right now, while we can, we will all come out of this in the best state we can," Martin said.
Image: Shared Content Unit) Shared Content Unit)
On a more practical level, Martin pointed out there are four things to think about that you might not realise yet.
Firstly - you can currently release fixed savings without penalties if you need them.
"I'd only do this if you need to," Martin warned - pointing out that the "unprecedented" cut in the Bank of England base rate means you won't see rates as good as they are now for a while.
Secondly, the collapse in the oil price means there are some "seriously cheap" energy deals about. So if you're able to switch now you could save yourself hundreds of pounds.
Thirdly, you need to be quick to take advantage of 0% credit card deals.
These let you either spend money or transfer existing card debt to a new provider in return for a set period where no interest is charged on that money.
But with the economy looking shakier it's getting harder and harder to be accepted.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
The challenging times also mean he's changed his advice when it comes to 0% cards.
"I hate what I'm about to say now," Martin said.
Normally, he would only advise people took them out to save money on interest, never to borrow, but times have changed.
Now, they could offer people a way to pay for the necessities of life without incurring interest on their debt.
"We're in different logical times," Martin explained.
Fourthly, he had a warning about scammers.
"They're using coronavirus to scam vulnerable people," Martin explained. Adding he'd use a lot stronger language about how he felt about them if his show was on after the watershed.
Key tactics involve telling people their bank is struggling and they need to transfer cash, while other post fake news on social media- some even using his face to trick people.
Don't be fooled, Martin said, hang up and check the bank's official site for the real information.
And if you're calling back, try to use a different phone line and the number on the back of your card to make sure they can't trick you.
But his overall message was one of pulling together to help.
"Be kind to each other, have some forbearance," Martin told viewers.
"We need to look after each other, we need to look after our finances, but most of all we need to look after our health... we'll get through it all."


thedailymirror--2020-03-19--Gym-goer struggles to breathe from coronavirus in warning from her hospital bed

A healthy , gym-going woman has warned 'not to take any chances ' in catching the coronavirus after she was hospitalised with pneumonia .
Tara Jane Langston , 39 , filmed the message from an intensive care unit at Hillingdon Hospital in west London where she was admitted last Friday and tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday .
The mother-of-two made the clip for her work colleagues and it has since gone viral .
During the clip she describes the horrifying experience of being treated for pneumonia .
She said : `` I 'm in the intensive care unit and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ They 've had to sew that into my artery .
`` I 've got a cannula , another cannula and a catheter .
I 'm actually ten times better than what I was before .
I 've lost count of the days .
`` If anyone still smokes , put the cigarettes down because I 'm telling you now you need your f***ing lungs and , please , none of you take any chances , I mean it , because if it gets really bad than you 're going to end up here @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so once again do n't take any chances . ''
As Tara speaks , she can be seen gasping for breath and struggling to speak due to the lack of oxygen .
She first begun feeling unwell 11 days ago after a holiday to Krakow , Poland , with her husband and two daughters .
She was first diagnosed with a chest infection and given antibiotics but rushed to hospital after her health deteriorated last week .
Husband , 34-year-old Richard , said her first symptoms were stabbing pains in her back and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ breathe .
Days later , she started to shiver and shake despite taking paracetamol and ibuprofen .
Tara was n't swabbed the first time they went to hospital as they had n't returned from a high-risk country .
Richard told the MailOnline : `` She was rushed straight into intensive care and at one point we thought she might have to be sedated and go on a ventilator but fortunately she was strong enough for that not to happen .
`` But she was still very poorly .
She wanted to make it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just the elderly who are at risk from this virus which is why she made that video . ''
He added that Tara frequently goes to the gym and has no underlying health conditions .
He is unsure if she picked up the iillness while on holiday or from a public space like the gym .
As of 9am on 19 March 2020 , 64,581 people have been tested in the UK , of which 61,352 were confirmed negative and 3,229 were confirmed positive .
144 patients in the UK who tested positive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Prime Minister Boris Johnson encouraged people today in a press briefing to abide by the social distancing measures in bid to slow the spread of the disease .
Tonight the Health Secretary has sought to allay doctors ' fears that they are lacking the protective equipment and ventilators they needed to deal with the coronavirus crisis .
Matt Hancock insisted on Thursday evening that a `` massive effort '' was under way to deliver personal protective equipment to NHS staff and social care providers .
He said 2.6 million masks and 10,000 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the past 24 hours and promised that every hospital will have a fresh delivery by the end of Sunday .
A junior doctor in Weston-super-Mare appeared on the BBC 's Question Time to tell him her colleagues are `` frightened '' of ending up in a situation similar to Italy 's in a few weeks .
She asked how vital equipment would be rationed when the NHS becomes `` overwhelmed '' .
Mr Hancock said : `` I know that there are concerns on the frontline around making sure that the protective @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tell you that over the last 24 hours we 've shipped 2.6 million masks , 10,000 bottles of hand sanitiser , and we have a growing effort to get that equipment to the frontline .

Gym-goer struggles to breathe from coronavirus as she films herself on hospital bed
Gym-goer struggles to breathe from coronavirus as she films herself on hospital bed
Tara Jane Langston warns public 'don't take any chances' in video made in intensive care unit as she struggles to breathe after developing pneumonia from the coronavirus
Gym-goer, 39, struggles to breathe from coronavirus as she films herself on hospital bed
A healthy, gym-going woman has warned 'not to take any chances' in catching the coronavirus after she was hospitalised with pneumonia.
Tara Jane Langston, 39, filmed the message from an intensive care unit at Hillingdon Hospital in west London where she was admitted last Friday and tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday.
The mother-of-two made the clip for her work colleagues and it has since gone viral.
During the clip she describes the horrifying experience of being treated for pneumonia.
She said: "I'm in the intensive care unit and I can't breathe without this. They've had to sew that into my artery.
"I've got a cannula, another cannula and a catheter. I'm actually ten times better than what I was before. I've lost count of the days.
"If anyone still smokes, put the cigarettes down because I'm telling you now you need your f***ing lungs and, please, none of you take any chances, I mean it, because if it gets really bad than you're going to end up here.
"My body is fighting this so once again don't take any chances."
As Tara speaks, she can be seen gasping for breath and struggling to speak due to the lack of oxygen.
She first begun feeling unwell 11 days ago after a holiday to Krakow, Poland, with her husband and two daughters.
She was first diagnosed with a chest infection and given antibiotics but rushed to hospital after her health deteriorated last week.
Husband, 34-year-old Richard, said her first symptoms were stabbing pains in her back and lungs, which made it difficult to breathe.
Days later, she started to shiver and shake despite taking paracetamol and ibuprofen. Medics have warned against taking ibuprofen as it dramatically worsens symptoms.
Tara wasn't swabbed the first time they went to hospital as they hadn't returned from a high-risk country.
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Richard told the MailOnline : "She was rushed straight into intensive care and at one point we thought she might have to be sedated and go on a ventilator but fortunately she was strong enough for that not to happen.
"But she was still very poorly. She wanted to make it clear for others that it isn't just the elderly who are at risk from this virus which is why she made that video."
He added that Tara frequently goes to the gym and has no underlying health conditions. He is unsure if she picked up the iillness while on holiday or from a public space like the gym.
As of 9am on 19 March 2020, 64,581 people have been tested in the UK, of which 61,352 were confirmed negative and 3,229 were confirmed positive. 144 patients in the UK who tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19) have died.
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Prime Minister Boris Johnson encouraged people today in a press briefing to abide by the social distancing measures in bid to slow the spread of the disease.
Tonight the Health Secretary has sought to allay doctors' fears that they are lacking the protective equipment and ventilators they needed to deal with the coronavirus crisis.
Matt Hancock insisted on Thursday evening that a "massive effort" was under way to deliver personal protective equipment to NHS staff and social care providers.
He said 2.6 million masks and 10,000 bottles of hand sanitiser have been shipped in the past 24 hours and promised that every hospital will have a fresh delivery by the end of Sunday.
A junior doctor in Weston-super-Mare appeared on the BBC's Question Time to tell him her colleagues are "frightened" of ending up in a situation similar to Italy's in a few weeks.
She asked how vital equipment would be rationed when the NHS becomes "overwhelmed".
Mr Hancock said: "I know that there are concerns on the frontline around making sure that the protective equipment keeps coming.
"I can tell you that over the last 24 hours we've shipped 2.6 million masks, 10,000 bottles of hand sanitiser, and we have a growing effort to get that equipment to the frontline.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Government to investigate as second coronavirus hotspot breaks out in Midlands

A second coronavirus hotspot has broken out in the Midlands and the Health Secretary has warned officials `` do n't know why '' .
Hospitals in the area have accounted for around 20 per cent of the 144 fatalities that have so far been recorded in the UK from the virus .
The Midlands has recorded 282 coronavirus cases as of Thursday night , behind only London and the South East of England , with 28 confirmed deaths in the West Midlands .
But Health Secretary Matt Hancock admitted they do not know why the hotspot has emerged .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a hotspot , not as big as in London , but there is a hotspot in the Midlands .
`` It 's something that we 're looking at very , very closely to find out why , frankly .
`` I mean , the spread of a disease like this does tend to be in areas of hotspot and then broadening out from them . ''
Earlier today , Mr Hancock said around 1.4million people who are most 'at risk ' from severe coronavirus will be sent a text message advising them to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the very most vulnerable will be told to carry out social distancing measures in place for 12 weeks from Monday .
Hancock aid it was a `` really big ask and really difficult '' but are for `` people 's own protection '' - adding people in those categories should “ take themselves away from all social contact from Monday onwards ” .
The 1.4 million people contacted will be those with particular underlying health conditions , who are most vulnerable to getting complications from Covid-19 .
• People with cancer who are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with cancers of the blood or bone marrow such as leukaemia who are at any stage of treatment • People with severe chest conditions such as cystic fibrosis or severe asthma ( requiring hospital admissions or courses of steroid tablets ) • People with severe diseases of body systems , such as severe kidney disease ( dialysis ) Almost all those affected are expected to get a text message to their mobile phone before Monday .
Speaking about the measures to Sky News , Mr Hancock said : `` The first thing we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out exactly what conditions that applies to .
“ We expect about 1.4million people to then get a communication from the NHS to say they are part of this and what they need to do .
“ Many of these people have pre-existing health conditions and so will be very worried right now and I understand that .
“ They ’ ll need very specific sets of action - for instance , how do you go about still getting your chemo if you have cancer , whilst also social distancing .
“ If @ @ @ @ @ @ @ important to stay away from other people , but you also of course have got to keep going with your chemotherapy .
“ So these are some of the most difficult and challenging cases .
We ’ ll be getting in contact with them .
“ If people think they are on this list and don ’ t receive a communication from the NHS , they also need to get in contact .
”

Matt Hancock said the government will investigate a second coronavirus hotspot in the area which has seen 282 cases and 28 deaths in the West Midlands
A second coronavirus hotspot has broken out in the Midlands and the Health Secretary has warned officials "don't know why".
Hospitals in the area have accounted for around 20 per cent of the 144 fatalities that have so far been recorded in the UK from the virus.
The Midlands has recorded 282 coronavirus cases as of Thursday night, behind only London and the South East of England, with 28 confirmed deaths in the West Midlands.
But Health Secretary Matt Hancock admitted they do not know why the hotspot has emerged.
He told Sky News: "There is a hotspot, not as big as in London, but there is a hotspot in the Midlands.
"It's something that we're looking at very, very closely to find out why, frankly.
"I mean, the spread of a disease like this does tend to be in areas of hotspot and then broadening out from them."
Earlier today, Mr Hancock said around 1.4million people who are most 'at risk' from severe coronavirus will be sent a text message advising them to stop all social contact.
He added the very most vulnerable will be told to carry out social distancing measures in place for 12 weeks from Monday.
Hancock aid it was a "really big ask and really difficult" but are for "people's own protection" - adding people in those categories should “take themselves away from all social contact from Monday onwards”.
Image: Anita Maric / SWNS) Anita Maric / SWNS)
The 1.4 million people contacted will be those with particular underlying health conditions, who are most vulnerable to getting complications from Covid-19.
These people include:
People with cancer who are undergoing active chemotherapy or radiotherapy
People with cancers of the blood or bone marrow such as leukaemia who are at any stage of treatment
People with severe chest conditions such as cystic fibrosis or severe asthma (requiring hospital admissions or courses of steroid tablets)
People with severe diseases of body systems, such as severe kidney disease (dialysis)
Almost all those affected are expected to get a text message to their mobile phone before Monday.
Speaking about the measures to Sky News, Mr Hancock said: "The first thing we’re going to do is set out exactly what conditions that applies to.
What are the symptoms of coronavirus? The most common symptoms of the coronavirus are: a dry, persistent cough
a fever If you experience these symptoms, you should immediately self-isolate yourself for seven days. It is not necessary to call NHS 111 unless your symptoms get more severe. Some patients have reported fatigue, headaches, shortness of breath and aches and pains. Sneezing is not a symptom of the coronavirus.
“We expect about 1.4million people to then get a communication from the NHS to say they are part of this and what they need to do.
“Many of these people have pre-existing health conditions and so will be very worried right now and I understand that.
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“They’ll need very specific sets of action - for instance, how do you go about still getting your chemo if you have cancer, whilst also social distancing.
“If you have cancer it’s particularly important to stay away from other people, but you also of course have got to keep going with your chemotherapy.
“So these are some of the most difficult and challenging cases. We’ll be getting in contact with them.
“If people think they are on this list and don’t receive a communication from the NHS, they also need to get in contact.”


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury could happen next due to coronavirus crisis

Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury could skip their contractual obligations and fight each other next , according to promoter Eddie Hearn .
The British rivals , who hold all four heavyweight world titles between them , have been penciled in for an undisputed clash in December .
Before then , Joshua is due to take on Kubrat Pulev in June while Fury is scheduled to rematch Deontay Wilder in July - but the coronavirus crisis could change those plans .
Pulev has claimed he expects to challenge Joshua later this year while Fury 's trilogy clash with Wilder has no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told Sky Sports : `` Well I think , all of a sudden , does the Joshua-Fury fight start taking priority , maybe over a Pulev fight , if the Pulev fight extends beyond the summer .
`` There 's so much that could happen right now .
`` I mean anything is possible , but contractually Deontay Wilder is going to want his fight next .
`` Whether that 's in July or whether there 's a force majeure that takes that to October , November wherever .
`` Right now , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pulev , June 20 , and it could be July 25 .
`` But everything is uncertain at the moment , whilst the country and the world tries to contain this pandemic . ''
Boxing across the world has ground to a halt with no fights due to take place before May in the UK .
Josh Kelly 's European welterweight clash against David Avenesyan scheduled for March 28 has been cancelled while two other of Hearn 's shows will be rescheduled .
He may also have to move Dillian Whyte 's clash @ @ @ @ @ @ @ meeting with Oleksandr Usyk which are scheduled for May 2 and May 23 respectively .
Hearn added : `` May is going ahead , but we also understand that we have contingencies in place to move Dillian Whyte to the middle of June , to move Derek Chisora-Usyk back into the end of June , early July . ''

Joshua is due to take on Kubrat Pulev in June while Fury is scheduled to rematch Deontay Wilder in July - but the coronavirus outbreak could change those plans
Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury could happen next due to coronavirus crisis
Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury could skip their contractual obligations and fight each other next, according to promoter Eddie Hearn.
The British rivals, who hold all four heavyweight world titles between them, have been penciled in for an undisputed clash in December.
Before then, Joshua is due to take on Kubrat Pulev in June while Fury is scheduled to rematch Deontay Wilder in July - but the coronavirus crisis could change those plans.
Pulev has claimed he expects to challenge Joshua later this year while Fury's trilogy clash with Wilder has no date or venue set.
Image: DAZN) DAZN)
And Hearn told Sky Sports: "Well I think, all of a sudden, does the Joshua-Fury fight start taking priority, maybe over a Pulev fight, if the Pulev fight extends beyond the summer.
"There's so much that could happen right now.
"I mean anything is possible, but contractually Deontay Wilder is going to want his fight next.
"Whether that's in July or whether there's a force majeure that takes that to October, November wherever.
"Right now, for us, we're fighting Kubrat Pulev, June 20, and it could be July 25.
"But everything is uncertain at the moment, whilst the country and the world tries to contain this pandemic."
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Boxing across the world has ground to a halt with no fights due to take place before May in the UK.
Josh Kelly's European welterweight clash against David Avenesyan scheduled for March 28 has been cancelled while two other of Hearn's shows will be rescheduled.
He may also have to move Dillian Whyte's clash with Alexander Povetkin and Dereck Chisora's meeting with Oleksandr Usyk which are scheduled for May 2 and May 23 respectively.
Hearn added: "May is going ahead, but we also understand that we have contingencies in place to move Dillian Whyte to the middle of June, to move Derek Chisora-Usyk back into the end of June, early July."


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Racing trainers call for BHA rethink over coronavirus suspension

Lucinda Russell has led the call for the British Horseracing Authority to reconsider its move to suspend racing until May 1 as a result of the coronavirus pandemic .
The BHA ruling , made on Tuesday , came 24 hours before its counterparts at Horse Racing Ireland decided to allow one meeting per day to take place behind closed doors .
Urging a rethink , Russell , Scotland ’ s leading trainer and a Grand National winner with One For Arthur in 2017 , said : “ The BHA has done an awful lot of good work when it comes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but I think they have jumped the gun .
“ One meeting behind closed doors in the north one day , then another in the midlands and another in the south would have kept things going - and I don ’ t see why we could n't have done that.
” Russell ’ s views received backing from compatriot Nick Alexander , who described the decision to cancel fixtures - made to ease the pressure on emergency services rather than to stop the spread of COVID-19 - as “ premature ” .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sectors of the economy have been decimated , and that any sector that can be kept going should be kept going , ” said Alexander .
“ I think we should have kept it going a bit longer - having shut it down , it ’ s hard to get it back going again.
” Middleham handler Ben Haslam mooted the idea of one card of 10 to 12 races per week , adding : “ Without question there are going to be casualties among staff and among trainers.
” Christian Leech , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sophie in Gloucestershire , is another trainer calling for a U-turn .
`` It seems a very odd situation to have gone from racing in front of 70,000 people at Cheltenham on Friday to still having attendances and racing on Monday , to then be behind closed doors and now nothing at all , '' he said .
`` It just seems to me to be a bit of a knee jerk reaction really and obviously this is an incredibly serious and worrying time for so many people but I think we probably @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Senior executives from the BHA , Racecourse Association , National Trainers Federation and the Racehorse Owners Association have met to work on a financial response to the suspension .
The message is that efforts are being made to make sure racing resumes at the earliest possible opportunity .
Many jockeys have expressed concerns about their lack of income without the chance to compete .
Chief Executive of Racing Welfare , Dawn Goodfellow , said : “ We are acutely aware that the current situation will be resulting in immediate hardship for many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ roles across the industry .
`` We are working hard to ensure that any available funds that the industry can provide are disbursed quickly , fairly and transparently to those in most need .
”

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Irish racing continues behind closed doors with Dundalk's card. Trainers Lucinda Russell, Nick Alexander and Christian Leech believe the BHA could do the same
Lucinda Russell has led the call for the British Horseracing Authority to reconsider its move to suspend racing until May 1 as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
The BHA ruling, made on Tuesday, came 24 hours before its counterparts at Horse Racing Ireland decided to allow one meeting per day to take place behind closed doors.
Urging a rethink, Russell, Scotland’s leading trainer and a Grand National winner with One For Arthur in 2017, said: “The BHA has done an awful lot of good work when it comes to supporting sectors across the industry, but I think they have jumped the gun.
“One meeting behind closed doors in the north one day, then another in the midlands and another in the south would have kept things going - and I don’t see why we couldn't have done that.”
Russell’s views received backing from compatriot Nick Alexander, who described the decision to cancel fixtures - made to ease the pressure on emergency services rather than to stop the spread of COVID-19 - as “premature”.
“My own feeling is that so many sectors of the economy have been decimated, and that any sector that can be kept going should be kept going,” said Alexander.
“I think we should have kept it going a bit longer - having shut it down, it’s hard to get it back going again.”
Middleham handler Ben Haslam mooted the idea of one card of 10 to 12 races per week, adding: “Without question there are going to be casualties among staff and among trainers.”
Christian Leech, who trains 25 horses with his wife Sophie in Gloucestershire, is another trainer calling for a U-turn.
Image: PA) PA)
"It seems a very odd situation to have gone from racing in front of 70,000 people at Cheltenham on Friday to still having attendances and racing on Monday, to then be behind closed doors and now nothing at all," he said.
"It just seems to me to be a bit of a knee jerk reaction really and obviously this is an incredibly serious and worrying time for so many people but I think we probably made the decision far too quickly."
Image: Getty) Getty)
Senior executives from the BHA, Racecourse Association, National Trainers Federation and the Racehorse Owners Association have met to work on a financial response to the suspension.
The message is that efforts are being made to make sure racing resumes at the earliest possible opportunity.
Many jockeys have expressed concerns about their lack of income without the chance to compete.
Chief Executive of Racing Welfare, Dawn Goodfellow, said:“We are acutely aware that the current situation will be resulting in immediate hardship for many people from a whole range of different roles across the industry.
"We are working hard to ensure that any available funds that the industry can provide are disbursed quickly, fairly and transparently to those in most need.”


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Police handed sweeping powers to keep people in quarantine for a month

Police will be handed sweeping powers to keep someone in quarantine for a month under emergency coronavirus laws .
People who refuse to be tested for Covid-19 can be held for up to 48 hours , forced to undergo a test , and fined £1,000 if they flee .
If public health officials then decide they are at risk of infecting others , they can be held in isolation for 14 days .
And if they 're still a risk at the end of those 14 days , they can be held for a further period of up to 14 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The drastic power was buried deep in the text of a 329-page Coronavirus Bill that will be rushed through Parliament next week .
Tory ministers plan to give themselves vast powers over almost every aspect of public life in order to curb the spread of the Covid-19 outbreak .
It allows mentally ill people to be detained or dead people to be medically certified on the opinion of just one doctor .
Sweeping powers will force supermarkets to disclose any problems in the food supply or be fined 1 % of their turnover @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inquests stripped back in order to deal with at least 25,000 anticipated deaths .
Meanwhile a new `` volunteer leave '' will allow people to take unpaid time off if they want to help deal with the epidemic .
And it will become easier for retired medics and medical students to join the frontline even if they have n't ticked every box of their qualifications .
Under Schedule 20 of the law , police , immigration officers and public health officials will have the power to force someone to undergo a coronavirus test @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can be detained for up to 48 hours , or 12 hours by immigration officials , while they undergo a screening for the disease .
Anyone “ reasonably suspected ” to have the virus , or to have been in an infected area in the last 14 days , can be held under this power .
They must be informed of their rights but it will be a criminal offence to refuse or to abscond .
If someone is convicted of this offence by magistrates , they can be fined up £1,000 under @ @ @ @ @ @ @ territories including Scotland could be higher .
If , after being tested , public health officers believe further restrictions are “ necessary and proportionate ” to stop the person infecting others , they will have the power to exercise them .
This can include forcing people to remain in isolation , and restrictions on travel , activities and contact with other people .
The Bill gives public health officials the power to force someone into isolation for up to 14 days .
If a public health officer believes the person will be `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the period , it can be extended by up to a further 14 days - 28 in total .
Once an extension has happened , however , the forced isolation must be reviewed at least every 24 hours and if the person is no longer infectious they can be released .
This suggests it would only be in rare cases that someone is held for the full 30 days .
However , the quarantine can be enforced by police - who can take anyone who absconds into custody and then forcibly return them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exist for as long as ministers have declared there is a “ serious and imminent threat to public health ” from COVID-19 .
John Apter , chairman of the Police Federation of rank and file officers , said that the measures place his members in a difficult position .
He told The Times : `` It is going to be difficult for colleagues to be dealing with someone who is really a patient , but dealing with them as a prisoner .
`` My colleagues are contacting me from the front line saying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this equipment we need ’ . ''

Buried deep in the emergency Coronavirus Bill is a power to detain people for up to 30 days in total - and those who refuse could be fined £1,000 and get a criminal record
Coronavirus: Police handed sweeping powers to keep people in quarantine for a month
Police will be handed sweeping powers to keep someone in quarantine for a month under emergency coronavirus laws.
People who refuse to be tested for Covid-19 can be held for up to 48 hours, forced to undergo a test, and fined £1,000 if they flee.
If public health officials then decide they are at risk of infecting others, they can be held in isolation for 14 days.
And if they're still a risk at the end of those 14 days, they can be held for a further period of up to 14 days - 30 days' total.
The drastic power was buried deep in the text of a 329-page Coronavirus Bill that will be rushed through Parliament next week.
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Tory ministers plan to give themselves vast powers over almost every aspect of public life in order to curb the spread of the Covid-19 outbreak.
It allows mentally ill people to be detained or dead people to be medically certified on the opinion of just one doctor.
Sweeping powers will force supermarkets to disclose any problems in the food supply or be fined 1% of their turnover.
And morgues could be expanded and inquests stripped back in order to deal with at least 25,000 anticipated deaths.
Meanwhile a new "volunteer leave" will allow people to take unpaid time off if they want to help deal with the epidemic.
And it will become easier for retired medics and medical students to join the frontline even if they haven't ticked every box of their qualifications.
Under Schedule 20 of the law, police, immigration officers and public health officials will have the power to force someone to undergo a coronavirus test.
Anyone deemed “potentially infectious” can be detained for up to 48 hours, or 12 hours by immigration officials, while they undergo a screening for the disease.
Anyone “reasonably suspected” to have the virus, or to have been in an infected area in the last 14 days, can be held under this power.
They must be informed of their rights but it will be a criminal offence to refuse or to abscond.
Coronavirus deaths and cases across the world County, deaths, cases Mainland China 3,237, 80,873 Italy 2,941, 31,506 Iran 988, 16,169 Spain 533, 11,826 Germany 26, 9,367 South Korea 84, 8,413 France 175, 7,730 United States 109, 6,469 Switzerland 27, 2,742 United Kingdom 71, 1,950 Netherlands 43, 1,705 Japan 36, 1,614 Norway 3, 1,470 Austria 4, 1,332 Belgium 10, 1,243 Sweden 8, 1,196 Denmark 4, 977 Malaysia 2, 673 Canada 8, 598 Australia 5, 452 Portugal 1, 448 Qatar 0, 442 Czech Republic 0, 434 Greece 5, 387 Brazil 1, 346 Israel 0, 337 Finland 0, 322 Ireland 2, 292 Slovenia 1, 275 Singapore 0, 266 Iceland 0, 247 Pakistan 1, 247 Bahrain 1, 241 Poland 5, 238 Estonia 0, 225 Romania 0, 217 Chile 0, 201 Egypt 6, 196 Philippines 14, 187 Thailand 1, 177 Indonesia 7, 172 Saudi Arabia 0, 171 Hong Kong 4, 168 Iraq 11, 154 India 3, 143 Luxembourg 1, 140 Kuwait 0, 130 Lebanon 4, 124 San Marino 11, 119 Peru 0, 117 Russia 0, 114 UAE 0, 113 Ecuador 2, 111 Turkey 1, 98 Slovakia 0, 97 South Africa 0, 85 Mexico 0, 82 Bulgaria 2, 81 Argentina 2, 79 Armenia 0, 78 Taiwan 1, 77 Serbia 0, 72 Croatia 0, 69 Panama 1, 69 Vietnam 0, 66 Colombia 0, 65 Algeria 5, 61 Latvia 0, 60 Brunei 0, 56 Albania 1, 55 Costa Rica 0, 50 Hungary 1, 50 Uruguay 0, 50 Cyprus 0, 49 Faroe Islands 0, 47 Morocco 1, 44 Palestinian Territories 0, 44 Sri Lanka 0, 44 Jordan 0, 42 Andorra 0, 39 Malta 0, 38 Senegal 0, 37 Belarus 0, 36 Azerbaijan 1, 34 Bosnia 0, 34 Georgia 0, 34 Oman 0, 33 Kazakhstan 0, 33 Venezuela 0, 33 North Macedonia 0, 31 Moldova 0, 30 Lithuania 0, 26 Tunisia 0, 25 Afghanistan 0, 22 Cambodia 0, 21 Dominican Republic 1, 21 New Zealand 0, 20 Liechtenstein 0, 19 Burkina Faso 0, 15 Martinique 1, 15 Jamaica 0, 15 Ukraine 2, 14 Macau 0, 13 Maldives 0, 13 Bolivia 0, 12 French Guiana 0, 11 Uzbekistan 0, 11 Bangladesh 0, 10 Cameroon 0, 10 Guatemala 1, 8 Guyana 1, 7 Cayman Islands 1, 1 Sudan 1, 1
If someone is convicted of this offence by magistrates, they can be fined up £1,000 under the proposed law. Fines in other territories including Scotland could be higher.
If, after being tested, public health officers believe further restrictions are “necessary and proportionate” to stop the person infecting others, they will have the power to exercise them.
This can include forcing people to remain in isolation, and restrictions on travel, activities and contact with other people.
The Bill gives public health officials the power to force someone into isolation for up to 14 days.
If a public health officer believes the person will be "potentially infectious" at the end of the period, it can be extended by up to a further 14 days - 28 in total.
What is the latest government advice on coronavirus? The government has advised the British public to: Avoid pubs, clubs, restaurants and all social gatherings
Cease all unnecessary travel
Everyone should work from home where possible
Mass gatherings and sporting events have been cancelled
Avoid “all but essential travel” worldwide
If one person in any household has a persistent cough or fever, everyone living there must stay at home for 14 days
Pregnant women, those over 70, and people with certain health conditions have been asked to stay at home for 12 weeks
Schools, colleges and nurseries to close from Friday - GCSEs and A-levels cancelled
Once an extension has happened, however, the forced isolation must be reviewed at least every 24 hours and if the person is no longer infectious they can be released.
This suggests it would only be in rare cases that someone is held for the full 30 days.
However, the quarantine can be enforced by police - who can take anyone who absconds into custody and then forcibly return them into quarantine.
Overall, these powers exist for as long as ministers have declared there is a “serious and imminent threat to public health” from COVID-19.
John Apter, chairman of the Police Federation of rank and file officers, said that the measures place his members in a difficult position.
He told The Times: "It is going to be difficult for colleagues to be dealing with someone who is really a patient, but dealing with them as a prisoner.
"My colleagues are contacting me from the front line saying, ‘We’re not getting this equipment we need’."


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Nurse who was left in tears over empty supermarkets speaks out on This Morning

The nurse who was left in tears over empty supermarket shelves has spoken out on This Morning , urging people to `` help each other '' in the coronavirus outbreak .
A video of critical care nurse Dawn Bilbrough , 51 , went viral after she broke down crying following a 48-hour shift when she could n't buy any fruit and vegetables .
Panic buyers have been stocking up on food as the country prepares to go into lockdown in the coronavirus crisis , with many joining enormous queues before supermarkets have even opened .
Speaking to Ruth Langsford and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , called on panic buyers to be more considerate of others .
She said : `` I understand the fear but we are not a third world country .
We can have food delivered ; there are , as far as I 'm aware , plenty of supplies of food .
`` People need to have awareness when topping up their trolley and remember that other people need to survive this virus also , we all have needs and we all just need to share the load really . ''
Dawn added : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and think a little bit before filling up their trollies but time will tell .
`` Let 's group together , we can all get through this together and help each other and that means making sure we 've all got enough supplies . ''
In the original video Dawn admits she had a `` little cry '' in the supermarket after seeing the fruit and vegetable shelves totally bare .
Fighting back tears , she said : `` I do n't know how I 'm supposed to stay healthy .
And those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shelves of basic foods .
You just need to stop it .
`` Because it 's people like me that are going to be looking after you when you 're at your lowest so just stop it .
Please ! ''
Supermarkets have introduced tighter restrictions on opening hours and item limits in order to tackle the issue .
As well as fresh fruit and veg , Tesco , Sainsbury 's , Asda and Morrisons have been decimated of essential items such as toilet roll , handwash and pasta .

A video of critical care nurse Dawn Bilbrough, 51, went viral after she broke down crying following a 48-hour shift when she couldn't buy any fruit and vegetables amid the coronavirus crisis
Coronavirus: Nurse who was left in tears over empty supermarkets speaks out on This Morning
The nurse who was left in tears over empty supermarket shelves has spoken out on This Morning, urging people to "help each other" in the coronavirus outbreak.
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A video of critical care nurse Dawn Bilbrough, 51, went viral after she broke down crying following a 48-hour shift when she couldn't buy any fruit and vegetables.
Panic buyers have been stocking up on food as the country prepares to go into lockdown in the coronavirus crisis, with many joining enormous queues before supermarkets have even opened.
Speaking to Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes, Dawn, from Leeds, called on panic buyers to be more considerate of others.
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She said: "I understand the fear but we are not a third world country. We can have food delivered; there are, as far as I'm aware, plenty of supplies of food.
"People need to have awareness when topping up their trolley and remember that other people need to survive this virus also, we all have needs and we all just need to share the load really."
Dawn added: "I hope some people just stop and think a little bit before filling up their trollies but time will tell.
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"Let's group together, we can all get through this together and help each other and that means making sure we've all got enough supplies."
In the original video Dawn admits she had a "little cry" in the supermarket after seeing the fruit and vegetable shelves totally bare.
Fighting back tears, she said: "I don't know how I'm supposed to stay healthy. And those people... people are just stripping the shelves of basic foods. You just need to stop it.
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"Because it's people like me that are going to be looking after you when you're at your lowest so just stop it. Please!"
Supermarkets have introduced tighter restrictions on opening hours and item limits in order to tackle the issue.
As well as fresh fruit and veg, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda and Morrisons have been decimated of essential items such as toilet roll, handwash and pasta.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Man had sex with a dolphin called Dolly for a year - and claimed she seduced him

Malcolm Brenner is a self-confessed zoophile who claims he had an affair with a dolphin called Dolly after SHE seduced HIM .
Now 68 , Malcolm was still a student when he embarked on the ‘ relationship ’ with the bottle-nosed dolphin in the 1970s .
He has written a novel , Wet Goddess , which tells the story of a young man who has a sexual relationship with a dolphin , Ruby , while he ’ s working at a theme park .
Malcolm has admitted the book is autobiographical and based on his own experiences .
He said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dolphins because we are mistreating these animals by keeping them in captivity.
” Malcolm claims to have been in his early 20s when he started his relationship with Dolly .
He was a keen photographer and was allowed to take pictures in the pool at a former theme park in Sarasota Florida , where he lived .
The student was allowed to swim with the dolphins and soon formed a close bond with Dolly .
He said : “ I was given free access to the dolphins and I became friends with her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was very special.
” Malcolm claims Dolly “ announced her intentions towards him ” by positioning herself so he was rubbing against her .
He added : “ At first I discouraged her , I was n't interested .
After some time I thought 'if this was a woman would I come up with these rationalisations and excuses ’ ?
” Malcolm insists Dolly became “ more and more aggressive ” in her pursuit of him .
He said : “ I found that extraordinarily erotic .
It 's like being with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an animal that could kill you in two seconds if it wanted to.
” Then , one night after the theme park had closed , Malcolm says he and Dolly “ eluded the male dolphin ” so they could spend time alone and eventually had sex for the first time .
He explained : “ There 's something quite transcendental about making love with a dolphin.
” Malcolm has always stressed there was nothing abusive about his relationship with Dolly and that dolphins “ basically have free will ” .
He added : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ where both partners feel and express love for each other ?
“ I know what I 'm talking about here because after we made love , the dolphin put her snout on my shoulder , embraced me with her flippers and we stared into each others ' eyes for about a minute . ''
`` This was not some dog trying to hump my leg , okay .
This was a 400-lb .
wild-born female dolphin .
She was an awesome creature . ''
But nine months after Malcolm began his ‘ relationship @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she was moved elsewhere .
It sent the young student into a spiral of depression .
He said : “ I called it a relationship because that 's what it was .
When she died it made me feel terrible and I fell into a depression which lasted five years.
” Malcolm also claimed their separation had a devastating impact on the female dolphin .
She died shortly after she was moved and Malcolm firmly believes she committed suicide by “ voluntarily stopping breathing ” .
The relationship did n't break any laws @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2011 .
Malcolm has since been married twice but also describes himself as a 'zoophile ' and says he has had previous sexual experiences with a dog .

MAN HAD SEX WITH A DOLPHIN CALLED DOLLY FOR A YEAR - AND CLAIMED SHE SEDUCED HIM
MAN HAD SEX WITH A DOLPHIN CALLED DOLLY FOR A YEAR - AND CLAIMED SHE SEDUCED HIM
Malcolm Brenner wrote a book, Wet Goddess, about his experiences with the dolphin who he claims to have a relationship with when he was a student
Man had sex with a dolphin called Dolly for a year - and claimed she seduced him
Malcolm Brenner is a self-confessed zoophile who claims he had an affair with a dolphin called Dolly after SHE seduced HIM.
Now 68, Malcolm was still a student when he embarked on the ‘relationship’ with the bottle-nosed dolphin in the 1970s.
He has written a novel, Wet Goddess, which tells the story of a young man who has a sexual relationship with a dolphin, Ruby, while he’s working at a theme park.
Malcolm has admitted the book is autobiographical and based on his own experiences.
He said: “I wrote this book for dolphins because we are mistreating these animals by keeping them in captivity.”
Image: Coffee and Celluloid Productions) Coffee and Celluloid Productions)
Malcolm claims to have been in his early 20s when he started his relationship with Dolly.
He was a keen photographer and was allowed to take pictures in the pool at a former theme park in Sarasota Florida, where he lived.
The student was allowed to swim with the dolphins and soon formed a close bond with Dolly.
He said: “I was given free access to the dolphins and I became friends with her by going swimming with her. She was very special.”
Malcolm claims Dolly “announced her intentions towards him” by positioning herself so he was rubbing against her.
Image: Jim Hamlin) Jim Hamlin)
Image: Coffee and Celluloid Productions) Coffee and Celluloid Productions)
He added: “At first I discouraged her, I wasn't interested. After some time I thought 'if this was a woman would I come up with these rationalisations and excuses’?”
Malcolm insists Dolly became “more and more aggressive” in her pursuit of him.
He said: “I found that extraordinarily erotic. It's like being with a tiger or a bear. This is an animal that could kill you in two seconds if it wanted to.”
Then, one night after the theme park had closed, Malcolm says he and Dolly “eluded the male dolphin” so they could spend time alone and eventually had sex for the first time.
He explained: “There's something quite transcendental about making love with a dolphin.”
Image: Coffee and Celluloid Productions) Coffee and Celluloid Productions)
Malcolm has always stressed there was nothing abusive about his relationship with Dolly and that dolphins “basically have free will”.
He added: “What is repulsive about a relationship where both partners feel and express love for each other?
“I know what I'm talking about here because after we made love, the dolphin put her snout on my shoulder, embraced me with her flippers and we stared into each others' eyes for about a minute."
"This was not some dog trying to hump my leg, okay. This was a 400-lb. wild-born female dolphin. She was an awesome creature."
But nine months after Malcolm began his ‘relationship’ with Dolly the park closed and she was moved elsewhere.
Image: Kim Durkee) Kim Durkee)
It sent the young student into a spiral of depression.
He said: “I called it a relationship because that's what it was. When she died it made me feel terrible and I fell into a depression which lasted five years.”
Malcolm also claimed their separation had a devastating impact on the female dolphin.
She died shortly after she was moved and Malcolm firmly believes she committed suicide by “voluntarily stopping breathing”.
The relationship didn't break any laws as bestiality was only banned in Florida 2011.
Malcolm has since been married twice but also describes himself as a 'zoophile' and says he has had previous sexual experiences with a dog.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--TFL to give 100% rent relief to thousands of small businesses during outbreak

Transport for London ( TFL ) has said it will give 100 % rent relief to tenants in any closed London Underground station from March 25 .
The initiative will include a three-month break for small businesses across its entire estate as the country continues to grapple with the coronavirus crisis .
Mayor Sadiq Khan said TFL has today written to all retail tenants across its estate , including those within arches and Tube stations , to outline the measures it will be introducing to support them during the pandemic .
The measures , which will start from 25 March @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and businesses on TfL 's property estate , 86 % of which are small and medium enterprises , so that they can continue to trade in the future .
All small and medium enterprises on TfL property across London will get 100 % relief from their rent for the next three months .
All tenants in London Underground stations that have had to be closed to ensure a safe and reliable service for London 's critical workers will also be given 100 % rent relief .
Mayor of London , Sadiq Khan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus will have a serious impact on our economy , not least on small businesses .
`` We 're determined to do whatever we can to help them through these difficult times - that 's why TfL is rolling out these measures to support its tenants , alongside support being provided by my London Growth Hub .
We face serious challenges in the coming weeks and months but I know that as a city we will come through this together . ''
London 's Transport Commissioner , Mike Brown MVO , said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to ensure that businesses across our estate are supported during this extremely difficult time .
`` The majority of these businesses are small and medium enterprises , who will be particularly hit by the drop in footfall across London - my team and I will continue to review what support we are providing .
If any of them need further support , please do get in contact with us . ''
It comes after Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a £330billion package to support small business at risk of job cuts and bankruptcy during @ @ @

The measures will support cafes, shops, and businesses on TfL's property estate, 86% of which are small and medium enterprises, so that they can continue to trade in the future
Transport for London (TFL) has said it will give 100% rent relief to tenants in any closed London Underground station from March 25.
The initiative will include a three-month break for small businesses across its entire estate as the country continues to grapple with the coronavirus crisis.
Mayor Sadiq Khan said TFL has today written to all retail tenants across its estate, including those within arches and Tube stations, to outline the measures it will be introducing to support them during the pandemic.
The measures, which will start from 25 March 2020, will support cafes, shops, and businesses on TfL's property estate, 86% of which are small and medium enterprises, so that they can continue to trade in the future.
All small and medium enterprises on TfL property across London will get 100% relief from their rent for the next three months.
All tenants in London Underground stations that have had to be closed to ensure a safe and reliable service for London's critical workers will also be given 100% rent relief.
Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: "We know that coronavirus will have a serious impact on our economy, not least on small businesses.
"We're determined to do whatever we can to help them through these difficult times - that's why TfL is rolling out these measures to support its tenants, alongside support being provided by my London Growth Hub. We face serious challenges in the coming weeks and months but I know that as a city we will come through this together."
London's Transport Commissioner, Mike Brown MVO, said: "We are doing everything we can to ensure that businesses across our estate are supported during this extremely difficult time.
"The majority of these businesses are small and medium enterprises, who will be particularly hit by the drop in footfall across London - my team and I will continue to review what support we are providing. If any of them need further support, please do get in contact with us."
It comes after Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a £330billion package to support small business at risk of job cuts and bankruptcy during the outbreak.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Mum explains what women really want for Mother's Day - and it's not flowers

Each year , just before Mother 's Day rolls around , many of us head to the shops and grab a card and a bunch of flowers .
We then present these to our mother on the big day and she generally seems pretty pleased that we even remembered the occasion .
But one mum has just shed some very important and brutally honest light on this situation and it might make you rethink the gift you give this year .
According to mum-of-seven Jenny Tompkins , flowers , chocolates and mugs are most certainly not what women really want @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thinks they would prefer a few more important and very relatable things .
Taking to Facebook where she has thousands of followers , Jenny made her case .
She wrote : `` Just got back from my food shop and whilst out I spotted the Mother 's Day aisle .
Whilst this stuff is cute in its own way , mothers of young children and teenagers do not want this s***e. We really do n't .
`` If you really want to show appreciation on the day that should really be called 'Sorry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up .
This is what we want .
`` We want to p**s in peace .
We want two minutes alone in the bathroom without a little human staring at our bits like it 's going to start firing out ping pong balls .
`` We want you to get dressed .
We want to hand you your clothes and not have to find you twenty minutes later wearing nothing but your underwear and one f***ing shoe . ''
The parent continued to explain how mums want their kids to pick up after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the same .
She claims they also want meal time to be easier , being able to just cook something and have everyone eat it without having a `` f***ing meltdown '' .
Jenny adds : `` Most importantly ... ... ..
When you get put to bed , Go to sleep !
Seriously kids it 's the only time we get to feel human .
Not only that but when you 're p***ing about till gone 10pm , I 'm too tired to do anything remotely naughty with daddy !
You might @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some if I 'm going to tolerate your tantrums .
`` Pretty certain none of the above will happen though so I 'll smile politely and with gratitude at whatever you get me because you 're my world and who wants full bladder control anyway ?
? ''
More than 27,000 people liked her post , with over 32,000 sharing it .
One person replied : `` Love this , she is talking the truth . ''
Another said the post was `` bloody brilliant and very true '' .
A third added @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I 've read for f**k knows how long . ''

A mum has gone viral on social media after getting very honest about the traditional items women are given to celebrate Mother's Day and why they don't really want them
Mum very honestly shares what women really want for Mother's Day - and it's not flowers
Each year, just before Mother's Day rolls around, many of us head to the shops and grab a card and a bunch of flowers.
We then present these to our mother on the big day and she generally seems pretty pleased that we even remembered the occasion.
But one mum has just shed some very important and brutally honest light on this situation and it might make you rethink the gift you give this year.
According to mum-of-seven Jenny Tompkins, flowers, chocolates and mugs are most certainly not what women really want for Mother's Day.
Instead she thinks they would prefer a few more important and very relatable things.
Taking to Facebook where she has thousands of followers, Jenny made her case.
She wrote: "Just got back from my food shop and whilst out I spotted the Mother's Day aisle. Whilst this stuff is cute in its own way, mothers of young children and teenagers do not want this s***e. We really don't.
"If you really want to show appreciation on the day that should really be called 'Sorry your f***y got wrecked' then listen up. This is what we want.
"We want to p**s in peace. We want two minutes alone in the bathroom without a little human staring at our bits like it's going to start firing out ping pong balls.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"We want you to get dressed. We want to hand you your clothes and not have to find you twenty minutes later wearing nothing but your underwear and one f***ing shoe."
The parent continued to explain how mums want their kids to pick up after themselves - and their husbands to do the same.
She claims they also want meal time to be easier, being able to just cook something and have everyone eat it without having a "f***ing meltdown".
Jenny adds: "Most importantly........ When you get put to bed, Go to sleep! Seriously kids it's the only time we get to feel human. Not only that but when you're p***ing about till gone 10pm, I'm too tired to do anything remotely naughty with daddy! You might think I'm old but mummy needs some if I'm going to tolerate your tantrums.
"Pretty certain none of the above will happen though so I'll smile politely and with gratitude at whatever you get me because you're my world and who wants full bladder control anyway??"
More than 27,000 people liked her post, with over 32,000 sharing it.
One person replied: "Love this, she is talking the truth."
Another said the post was "bloody brilliant and very true".
A third added: "This is the best thing I've read for f**k knows how long."


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Emotional Peter Whittingham tribute paid by Cardiff owner Vincent Tan

Vincent Tan has paid an emotional tribute to fallen Cardiff City icon Peter Whittingham .
The former Bluebirds midfielder passed away on Thursday at just 35 years of age after 11 days in intensive care .
Whittingham had been in a critical condition in Cardiff 's University of Wales Hospital after a fall at a pub in Barry on Saturday , March 7 – the day of England 's Six Nations victory over Wales .
Tributes instantly began to flood in for the passmaster – known as ‘ Whitts ’ to his team-mates – who was blessed with one of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Championship , and now Cardiff owner Tan has paid his respects .
“ I have been profoundly saddened by yesterday ’ s terrible news , ” he said .
“ I found Peter to be the most humble of men , notwithstanding the fact that he was one of our very best and most naturally able footballers .
“ We were blessed with his talent at Cardiff City .
Peter helped inspire a generation of young Cardiff City fans and will continue to do so .
`` His memory will live on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ condolences to his dear family .
We will always be here for you .
Whittingham will be remembered as one of the club ’ s most gifted and popular players after inspiring the club to promotion to the Premier League in 2013 , an FA Cup final in 2008 and the League Cup final in 2012 .
Whittingham leaves behind his wife Amanda , who is pregnant , and a young son .
His passing leaves Cardiff in mourning just over a year after the club lost striker Emiliano Sala in a tragic @ @ @

Whittingham, who made 457 appearances for the Bluebirds, scoring 97 goals, died at the age of 35 on Thursday
Vincent Tan has paid an emotional tribute to fallen Cardiff City icon Peter Whittingham.
The former Bluebirds midfielder passed away on Thursday at just 35 years of age after 11 days in intensive care.
Whittingham had been in a critical condition in Cardiff's University of Wales Hospital after a fall at a pub in Barry on Saturday, March 7 – the day of England's Six Nations victory over Wales.
Tributes instantly began to flood in for the passmaster – known as ‘Whitts’ to his team-mates – who was blessed with one of the finest left foots ever seen in the Championship, and now Cardiff owner Tan has paid his respects.
“I have been profoundly saddened by yesterday’s terrible news,” he said.
“I found Peter to be the most humble of men, notwithstanding the fact that he was one of our very best and most naturally able footballers.
Image: Matthew Lewis) Matthew Lewis)
“We were blessed with his talent at Cardiff City. Peter helped inspire a generation of young Cardiff City fans and will continue to do so.
"His memory will live on and I send my love and heartfelt condolences to his dear family. We will always be here for you.
"Rest in peace Peter. God bless you."
Whittingham will be remembered as one of the club’s most gifted and popular players after inspiring the club to promotion to the Premier League in 2013, an FA Cup final in 2008 and the League Cup final in 2012.
Whittingham leaves behind his wife Amanda, who is pregnant, and a young son.
His passing leaves Cardiff in mourning just over a year after the club lost striker Emiliano Sala in a tragic plane accident.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Virgin Mobile gives customers an extra 10GB of data for free during outbreak

Virgin Mobile customers on pay monthly plans can now get extra data .
As more Brits are forced to stay home due to Coronavirus , the phone network giant is giving all eligible users an additional 10GB of data .
Users will also get unlimited minutes to landlines and mobiles at no extra costs when benefits are rolled out from 23 March .
You can check out all the latest pay monthly sim-only and mobile phone contracts currently available by visiting virginmedia.com .
Shoppers on deals sharing site Hotukdeals posted the Virgin Media announcement about the temporary benefits online this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ giant read : `` Staying connected to the people and things you love matters most right now .
So we 're giving over a million Pay Monthly customers unlimited minutes to landlines and other mobile numbers , plus a 10GB data boost , at no extra cost , for a month.
`` Virgin Media has also announced all of its customers will be able to watch new cinema releases at home .
This is thanks to a deal with NBCUniversal , which Sky has also managed to secure for its TV packages .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ use the on-demand option in TV packages to watch forthcoming new releases such as DreamWorks Trolls World Tour .
The NBCU releases will be available to rent for 48 hours in the Virgin Media Store , priced at £15.99 .
Speaking about the deal David Bouchier , Chief Digital Entertainment Officer at Virgin Media , said : “ In these challenging times , its great news for our customers that they won ’ t be missing out on the latest cinema releases .
At a click of a button , friends and families @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the latest blockbusters from the comfort of their sofa.
” Virgin has stated that more extra temporary benefits will be coming in the near future .

Virgin Mobile customers on pay monthly plans can now get extra data.
As more Brits are forced to stay home due to Coronavirus, the phone network giant is giving all eligible users an additional 10GB of data.
Users will also get unlimited minutes to landlines and mobiles at no extra costs when benefits are rolled out from 23 March. You can check out all the latest pay monthly sim-only and mobile phone contracts currently available by visiting virginmedia.com.
Shoppers on deals sharing site Hotukdeals posted the Virgin Media announcement about the temporary benefits online this week.
The message from the telecommunication giant read: "Staying connected to the people and things you love matters most right now. So we're giving over a million Pay Monthly customers unlimited minutes to landlines and other mobile numbers, plus a 10GB data boost, at no extra cost, for a month. "
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Virgin Media has also announced all of its customers will be able to watch new cinema releases at home. This is thanks to a deal with NBCUniversal, which Sky has also managed to secure for its TV packages.
All Virgin customers will be able to use the on-demand option in TV packages to watch forthcoming new releases such as DreamWorks Trolls World Tour.
The NBCU releases will be available to rent for 48 hours in the Virgin Media Store, priced at £15.99.
Speaking about the deal David Bouchier, Chief Digital Entertainment Officer at Virgin Media, said: “In these challenging times, its great news for our customers that they won’t be missing out on the latest cinema releases. At a click of a button, friends and families can sit back, relax and enjoy the latest blockbusters from the comfort of their sofa.”
Virgin has stated that more extra temporary benefits will be coming in the near future.


thedailymirror--2020-03-20--Lidl to give £100,000 to elderly and families who need help amid school closures

Lidl has pledged to give £100,000 to families struggling at the hands of the coronavirus outbreak .
The supermarket today announced it will help put food on the table of those most affected by Covid-19 , such as the elderly and families who need help during the newly announced school closures .
The money will go to its partnership with charity Neighbourly as part of the Covid-19 Emergency Community Fund .
It follows the government ’ s announcement that schools will close from Friday 20 March 2020 , affecting millions of families across the country .
According to government statistics @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of going hungry while they are out of school - two million of whom are ineligible for free school meals but are growing up in households in in-work poverty .
Christian Härtnagel , boss of Lidl G , said : `` We are living in unprecedented times , and it ’ s essential that we look after those who need it most – that ’ s why our 'Feed it Back ' scheme with Neighbourly is more important than ever .
`` Through our store connections , and through this additional donation , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who are out in our communities doing an exceptional job of looking after the most vulnerable . ''
Steve Butterworth , at Neighbourly , added : `` Now more than ever , communities need to come together and support each other .
`` That 's why we 've created a new Covid-19 Community Support Fund , to help our business partners channel funds into helping the most vulnerable groups , including elderly people and families that will need extra support over the coming months . ''

Three million children are at risk of going hungry while they are out of school - including two million children who are ineligible for free school meals but are growing up in households in in-work poverty
Lidl to give £100,000 to the elderly and families who need help during school closures
Lidl has pledged to give £100,000 to families struggling at the hands of the coronavirus outbreak.
The supermarket today announced it will help put food on the table of those most affected by Covid-19, such as the elderly and families who need help during the newly announced school closures.
The money will go to its partnership with charity Neighbourly as part of the Covid-19 Emergency Community Fund.
It follows the government’s announcement that schools will close from Friday 20 March 2020, affecting millions of families across the country.
According to government statistics, three million children are at risk of going hungry while they are out of school - two million of whom are ineligible for free school meals but are growing up in households in in-work poverty.
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Christian Härtnagel, boss of Lidl G, said: "We are living in unprecedented times, and it’s essential that we look after those who need it most – that’s why our 'Feed it Back' scheme with Neighbourly is more important than ever.
"Through our store connections, and through this additional donation, we are able to directly support groups who are out in our communities doing an exceptional job of looking after the most vulnerable."
Steve Butterworth, at Neighbourly, added: "Now more than ever, communities need to come together and support each other.
"That's why we've created a new Covid-19 Community Support Fund, to help our business partners channel funds into helping the most vulnerable groups, including elderly people and families that will need extra support over the coming months."