thedailymirror--2020-08-30--TOWIE's rich list with the biggest earners ranked as some snub reunion show

Cult favourite The Only Way is Essex will be returning to our screens on September 6 for its brand new 26th series - and as all true fans know , there 's a little more to it than that .
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of the show that brought us some telly icons , spectacular fallouts and some classic catchprases .
The cast members we know who are starring in the upcoming series include former stars Lauren Goodger , Amy Childs and James Argent .
It will air twice a week with 18 episodes altogether .
But which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the most - and how have they earned their money on the back of the show ?
He has the looks , the stunning wife ... oh , and the best part of £10m .
Mark Wright is richest of the lot , building a big fan base since everyone became hooked on his romance with co-star Lauren Goodger .
He recently opened up about his family going broke when he was young - and his desire to keep the cash rolling in .
Could more be coming ?
Well , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the reunion .
Do n't get too comfortable at the top of the earning tree , Mark .
Sam Faiers , unlikely to be back for the big reunion , is closing in thanks to her booming businesses .
Sam , 29 , and sister Billie opened Minnie ’ s Boutique together , and of course she has her own hit TV show , the Mummy Diaries .
She has only just started .
Giving everyone that little bit of hope , ditsy Joey proves you do n't have to be totally @ @ @ @ @ @ @ big .
The 30-year-old Reem machine has done incredibly well for himself since leaving the show .
Joey has managed to amass such wealth from his multiple TV appearances and endorsements - and he has reportedly already signed for the celebration series .
She may have half of what sister Sam has sitting in the bank .
But Billie has not done badly , and it with the majority of her earnings coming from her lucrative reality show deals .
With The Mummy Diaries money rolling in , she even splashed out £1.4million @ @ @ @ @ @ @ TOWIE 's most famous face , many will be surprised she is n't further up the show 's rich-list .
The GC is everywhere .
Diva Forever ... Celebs Go Dating ... Celebrity Big Brother ... .
well , for three days .
Although not one of the original cast members , she was brought in a year after the show 's launch and became one of the best-known stars of the show .
The reunion would n't the same without her .
The model and businesswoman has so much money she once @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , The mum is big on fitness and is earning plenty from it but she 's too busy to return to the show .
Where would the world be without the vajazzle ?
We scared to think , too .
Amy owned the show with her one-liners “ Well jel ” and his “ Oh shut up !
” .
Now , she owns four properties , her own tanning and jewellery range .
Stints on Celebrity Big Brother , MasterChef , The Jump and Celebs Go Dating all saw her bank balance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the reunion .
Perhaps surprisingly , her post-TOWIE weather dwarfs that of big names James Argent , Lauren Goodger and Lydia Bright .
Sister of rich list topper Mark , she 's jumped into careers in music , fashion and has even published a book .
She is reportedly up for the reunion as well .

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Fans of the show are getting all nostalgic ahead of the ten-year celebrations, but which of the stars have really coined it in - and who doesn't want anything to do with the big get together?
TOWIE's rich list with the biggest earners ranked - as some snub reunion show
Cult favourite The Only Way is Essex will be returning to our screens on September 6 for its brand new 26th series - and as all true fans know, there's a little more to it than that.
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of the show that brought us some telly icons, spectacular fallouts and some classic catchprases.
The cast members we know who are starring in the upcoming series include former stars Lauren Goodger, Amy Childs and James Argent.
It will air twice a week with 18 episodes altogether.
But which of the TOWIE royality have really cashed in the most - and how have they earned their money on the back of the show?
Let's find out.
Mark Wright - £9.2m
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He has the looks, the stunning wife... oh, and the best part of £10m.
Mark Wright is richest of the lot, building a big fan base since everyone became hooked on his romance with co-star Lauren Goodger.
He recently opened up about his family going broke when he was young - and his desire to keep the cash rolling in.
Could more be coming? Well, it doesn't seem like he is up for the reunion.
Sam Faiers - £8.9m
Image: Instagram/samanthafaiers) Instagram/samanthafaiers)
Don't get too comfortable at the top of the earning tree, Mark.
Sam Faiers, unlikely to be back for the big reunion, is closing in thanks to her booming businesses.
Sam, 29, and sister Billie opened Minnie’s Boutique together, and of course she has her own hit TV show, the Mummy Diaries.
She has only just started.
Joey Essex - £6.3m
Image: Getty Images for MTV) Getty Images for MTV)
Giving everyone that little bit of hope, ditsy Joey proves you don't have to be totally clued up on the world to earn big.
The 30-year-old Reem machine has done incredibly well for himself since leaving the show.
Joey has managed to amass such wealth from his multiple TV appearances and endorsements - and he has reportedly already signed for the celebration series.
Billie Faiers - £4.1m
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
She may have half of what sister Sam has sitting in the bank.
But Billie has not done badly, and it with the majority of her earnings coming from her lucrative reality show deals.
With The Mummy Diaries money rolling in, she even splashed out £1.4million to build her Essex home.
Gemma Collins - £3.7m
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Arguably TOWIE's most famous face, many will be surprised she isn't further up the show's rich-list.
The GC is everywhere. Diva Forever... Celebs Go Dating... Celebrity Big Brother.... well, for three days.
Although not one of the original cast members, she was brought in a year after the show's launch and became one of the best-known stars of the show. The reunion wouldn't the same without her.
Lucy Mecklenburgh - £3.5m
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Gemma Collins watch out, Meck is fast approaching!
The model and businesswoman has so much money she once went on ten holiday inside seven months,
The mum is big on fitness and is earning plenty from it but she's too busy to return to the show.
Amy Childs - £3.1m
Image: WireImage) WireImage)
Where would the world be without the vajazzle? We scared to think, too.
Amy owned the show with her one-liners “Well jel” and his “Oh shut up!”.
Now, she owns four properties, her own tanning and jewellery range. Stints on Celebrity Big Brother, MasterChef, The Jump and Celebs Go Dating all saw her bank balance rocket.
Now she's back for the reunion.
Jessica Wright - £2.6m
Image: Mike Marsland/WireImage) Mike Marsland/WireImage)
Perhaps surprisingly, her post-TOWIE weather dwarfs that of big names James Argent, Lauren Goodger and Lydia Bright.
Sister of rich list topper Mark, she's jumped into careers in music, fashion and has even published a book.
She is reportedly up for the reunion as well.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Hate preacher Abu Hamza sues US over 'cruel' conditions in high-security jail

Hate preacher Abu Hamza is suing the US authorities over `` cruel '' conditions at America 's most secure prison .
The former imam of Finsbury Park mosque in north London is currently being held at ADX Florence prison in Colorado - which is home to some of the world 's most dangerous criminals .
He claims he has been deprived of sunlight in his cell and complains he has to tear open food packages with his rotting teeth after his hooks were removed by the authorities .
In a civil lawsuit filed against William Barr , the US attorney @ @ @ @ @ @ @ suffering from “ stress and anxiety ” , The Times reports .
He also says he has been denied any family visits since 2012 , when he was extradited to New York to go on trial on terrorism charges .
The hate preacher also says that at one point he went on a hunger strike for at least 10 days to protest against his treatment at the jail .
The cleric , who is blind in one eye , is serving life for 11 terror offences , in a “ Supermax ” prison @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be transferred to a British jail , with his lawyers saying he would be willing to return to Britain `` in a second '' .
The fanatical Egyptian was the imam of Finsbury Park Mosque where he led hate-filled sermons against the West .
He was jailed in 2006 after being found guilty in the UK of 16 offences for inciting violence and racial hatred .
The 62-year-old is now appealing against his incarceration at the facility , arguing that the “ inhuman and degrading ” conditions breach his human rights .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ is also suing the US authorities for damages over alleged wrongdoing .
He states that his complaint relates to “ cruel and unusual conditions in prolonged , continuous , dangerous solitary confinement since 2012 ” .
The jail houses criminals and terrorists , including drug baron El Chapo and shoe bomber Richard Reid .
No one has ever escaped the facility since it was opened in November 1994 - which is why it ’ s been called `` The Alcatraz of the Rockies '' .
Most prisoners get out only when they die @ @ @ @ @ @ @ facility or , in very few cases , if they live long enough to see their release date .
Prisoners at the ADX live in solitary confinement , spending 23 or more hours a day isolated in soundproof , one-man cells that are only 7-by-12 feet , with a small , four-inch slit for a window , according to 5280 .
Robert Hood , a former warden of the ADX , told the New York Times in 2015 : “ This place is not designed for humanity.
” Hamza has been held at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was convicted and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole .
He claims that little provision has been made at the prison for his disabilities , including having no forearms and being blind in one eye .
The hate preacher says the first cell he was placed in was “ a modified large store room ” with “ no natural light ” and measuring 8ft by 16ft .
He also claims there was no suitable disabled toilet so he soiled his clothes and his arms stumps bled when he turned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also allege that on one occasion his toenails were not cut for 14 months , causing him “ severe pain and difficulty walking ” .
Since his hooks were taken away , Hamza says he has had to open food packages with his mouth , causing some teeth to break .
“ Plaintiff lost three teeth just to the opening of pouches , ” he writes .
“ All front teeth are worn out and painful .
Some nerves can be seen.
” The former imam also says his time in prison has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been forced to switch from a Muslim halal diet to a kosher one as the Jewish meals are served on trays that are “ easier to eat from ” .
Since being moved to America , Hamza says he has not been visited by a single family member and that he can only speak to them on the phone for a maximum of 45 minutes a month .
He says he has been “ excluded ” from communicating altogether with four of his sons .
Barr and other defendants accused in Abu @ @ @ @ @ @ @ head of the US prison service , say his action is without merit and should be struck out by the courts , The Sun reports .
In a filing earlier this month , they described the complaint as “ so ambiguous that [ the ] defendants can not reasonably prepare a response ” .

The former imam of Finsbury Park mosque claims he has been deprived of sunlight in his cell and complains he has to tear open food packages with his rotting teeth after his hooks were removed
Hate preacher Abu Hamza is suing the US authorities over "cruel" conditions at America's most secure prison.
The former imam of Finsbury Park mosque in north London is currently being held at ADX Florence prison in Colorado - which is home to some of the world's most dangerous criminals.
He claims he has been deprived of sunlight in his cell and complains he has to tear open food packages with his rotting teeth after his hooks were removed by the authorities.
In a civil lawsuit filed against William Barr, the US attorney general, Abu Hamza claims he is suffering from “stress and anxiety”, The Times reports.
He also says he has been denied any family visits since 2012, when he was extradited to New York to go on trial on terrorism charges.
Image: Reuters) Reuters)
The hate preacher also says that at one point he went on a hunger strike for at least 10 days to protest against his treatment at the jail.
The cleric, who is blind in one eye, is serving life for 11 terror offences, in a “Supermax” prison.
Hamza had previously asked US authorities to be transferred to a British jail, with his lawyers saying he would be willing to return to Britain "in a second".
The fanatical Egyptian was the imam of Finsbury Park Mosque where he led hate-filled sermons against the West.
He was jailed in 2006 after being found guilty in the UK of 16 offences for inciting violence and racial hatred.
The 62-year-old is now appealing against his incarceration at the facility, arguing that the “inhuman and degrading” conditions breach his human rights.
Image: AFP/Getty Images) AFP/Getty Images)
According to court filings, the preacher is also suing the US authorities for damages over alleged wrongdoing.
He states that his complaint relates to “cruel and unusual conditions in prolonged, continuous, dangerous solitary confinement since 2012”.
The jail houses criminals and terrorists, including drug baron El Chapo and shoe bomber Richard Reid.
No one has ever escaped the facility since it was opened in November 1994 - which is why it’s been called "The Alcatraz of the Rockies".
Most prisoners get out only when they die, if they are moved to another facility or, in very few cases, if they live long enough to see their release date.
Prisoners at the ADX live in solitary confinement, spending 23 or more hours a day isolated in soundproof, one-man cells that are only 7-by-12 feet, with a small, four-inch slit for a window, according to 5280.
Robert Hood, a former warden of the ADX, told the New York Times in 2015: “This place is not designed for humanity.”
Image: AFP/Getty Images) AFP/Getty Images)
Image: Sygma via Getty Images) Sygma via Getty Images)
Hamza has been held at the ADX Florence since 2015 after he was convicted and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
He claims that little provision has been made at the prison for his disabilities, including having no forearms and being blind in one eye.
The hate preacher says the first cell he was placed in was “a modified large store room” with “no natural light” and measuring 8ft by 16ft.
He also claims there was no suitable disabled toilet so he soiled his clothes and his arms stumps bled when he turned on the washbasin taps.
Image: AFP/Getty Images) AFP/Getty Images)
The filings also allege that on one occasion his toenails were not cut for 14 months, causing him “severe pain and difficulty walking”.
Since his hooks were taken away, Hamza says he has had to open food packages with his mouth, causing some teeth to break.
“Plaintiff lost three teeth just to the opening of pouches,” he writes.
“All front teeth are worn out and painful. Some nerves can be seen.”
Image: Sygma via Getty Images) Sygma via Getty Images)
The former imam also says his time in prison has been “religiously stressful” because he has been forced to switch from a Muslim halal diet to a kosher one as the Jewish meals are served on trays that are “easier to eat from”.
Since being moved to America, Hamza says he has not been visited by a single family member and that he can only speak to them on the phone for a maximum of 45 minutes a month.
He says he has been “excluded” from communicating altogether with four of his sons.
Barr and other defendants accused in Abu Hamza’s lawsuit, including the head of the US prison service, say his action is without merit and should be struck out by the courts, The Sun reports.
In a filing earlier this month, they described the complaint as “so ambiguous that [the] defendants cannot reasonably prepare a response”.


thedailymirror--2020-08-31--Arsenal transfer round-up: Maitland-Niles U-turn, Aouar and Gabriel updates

It ’ s all looking positive for Mikel Arteta on the pitch after Arsenal beat Liverpool on penalties to secure the Community Shield on Saturday .
And things are starting to take shape off it , as well .
Willian has officially arrived from Chelsea as the Gunners prepare for next season with hopes of rejuvenating their squad , although the financial uncertainty and staggered season-end dates for clubs mean there is an added level of disarray .
However , Arsenal are hopeful of concluding a few deals this summer , alongside potentially moving on a few of their current @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the latest transfer news surrounding the club .
Arsenal have reversed their decision to offload Ainsley Maitland-Niles this summer and will instead offer him a new contract .
The versatile Maitland-Niles put in a Man of the Match display against Liverpool in Saturday ’ s Community Shield clash and has now prompted a rethink at the Gunners .
The 23-year-old had been strongly linked with a switch to Wolverhampton Wanderers but now may be offered a new contract and a chance to establish himself at Arsenal .
Arsenal are considering a double move @ @ @ @ @ @ @ David Raya , reports 90min.com .
It is claimed the club have identified Spaniard Raya as an ideal replacement for Emiliano Martinez , who may leave north London this summer , having starred in the Championship this campaign .
Raya would act as a number two to Bernd Leno .
Benrahma is also said to be on Arsenal ’ s radar , while Premier League clubs Chelsea , West Ham United , Aston Villa , Crystal Palace and Leeds United have all been linked .
Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Lyon star @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is said to be keen on a move to the Premier League .
The 22-year-old starred for his club on their run to the Champions League semi-finals and while he is open to a move , no club is yet to meet his transfer valuation .
Italian transfer guru Fabrizio Romano tweeted : `` For sure he ( Aouar ) wants to move to EPL !
But no one has offered €60m yet . ''
Arsenal are said to be closing in on a move to sign defender Gabriel Magalhaes from Lille and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his destination on Instagram .
The central defender left a comment under David Luiz ’ s video of his successful spot kick in Saturday ’ s Community Shield victory over Liverpool .
Reacting to Luiz ’ s video on Instagram , Arsenal target Gabriel said : “ I was nervous , brother.
” Of course , the two may be familiar due to their Brazilian connection but Gunners fans may believe there is a deeper meaning behind the words .

The latest transfer gossip from the Emirates as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his squad buoyed by Arsenal's success in the FA Cup and Community Shield
It’s all looking positive for Mikel Arteta on the pitch after Arsenal beat Liverpool on penalties to secure the Community Shield on Saturday.
And things are starting to take shape off it, as well.
Willian has officially arrived from Chelsea as the Gunners prepare for next season with hopes of rejuvenating their squad, although the financial uncertainty and staggered season-end dates for clubs mean there is an added level of disarray.
However, Arsenal are hopeful of concluding a few deals this summer, alongside potentially moving on a few of their current first-team squad.
We look at all the latest transfer news surrounding the club.
U-turn on Maitland-Niles
Image: Arsenal FC via Getty Images) Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
Arsenal have reversed their decision to offload Ainsley Maitland-Niles this summer and will instead offer him a new contract.
The versatile Maitland-Niles put in a Man of the Match display against Liverpool in Saturday’s Community Shield clash and has now prompted a rethink at the Gunners.
The 23-year-old had been strongly linked with a switch to Wolverhampton Wanderers but now may be offered a new contract and a chance to establish himself at Arsenal.
Gunners to raid Brentford for duo
Image: Action Images) Action Images)
Arsenal are considering a double move for Brentford winger Said Benrahma and goalkeeper David Raya, reports 90min.com.
It is claimed the club have identified Spaniard Raya as an ideal replacement for Emiliano Martinez, who may leave north London this summer, having starred in the Championship this campaign. Raya would act as a number two to Bernd Leno.
Benrahma is also said to be on Arsenal’s radar, while Premier League clubs Chelsea, West Ham United, Aston Villa, Crystal Palace and Leeds United have all been linked.
Aouar 'wants' Premier League move
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Lyon star Houssem Aouar this summer and the midfielder is said to be keen on a move to the Premier League.
The 22-year-old starred for his club on their run to the Champions League semi-finals and while he is open to a move, no club is yet to meet his transfer valuation.
Italian transfer guru Fabrizio Romano tweeted: "For sure he (Aouar) wants to move to EPL! But no one has offered €60m yet."
Gabriel drops Arsenal hint?
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Arsenal are said to be closing in on a move to sign defender Gabriel Magalhaes from Lille and he may have dropped a hint over his destination on Instagram.
The central defender left a comment under David Luiz’s video of his successful spot kick in Saturday’s Community Shield victory over Liverpool.
Reacting to Luiz’s video on Instagram, Arsenal target Gabriel said: “I was nervous, brother.”
Of course, the two may be familiar due to their Brazilian connection but Gunners fans may believe there is a deeper meaning behind the words.


thedailymirror--2020-08-31--Adele shares sensational bikini snap showing tiny waist and seven stone loss

Adele has posted her first bikini snap on Instagram since shedding an impressive seven stone in weight and she is looking sensational .
The 32-year-old chart-topping pop star has celebrated the August Bank Holiday and the virtual Notting Hill Carnival with a photo which shows how toned she is since embarking on her weight loss programme .
Covid-19 might have forced the carnival to be cancelled but Adele 's busty display in a bikini with the Jamaican flag emblazoned across it showed that she was still in party mood this weekend .
Showing off her tiny waist and wearing skinny @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Happy what would be Notting Hill Carnival my beloved London ! ''
Adele was oozing body confidence as she wore a bright yellow headdress of feathers and she added to her carnival spirit by transforming her hair by having her normally long blonde locks tied up in a series of bunches .
The singer has lost her weight after embarking on a 1,000 calories a day diet and focusing on a new exercise regime , which has had remarkable results .
She debuted her dramatic transformation on her 32nd birthday in May @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of stunning snaps since .
This is the first time Adele has dared to bare so much as she flaunts all that she has .
She has also hailed a self-help book as being an important inspiration behind her transformation , helping her find `` joy and freedom '' .
Last month , Adele shared with her followers that she had been reading Untamed , Stop Pleasing , Start Living by Glennon Doyle and the experience had been 'life-changing ' .
Sharing a photo of the book cover , Adele urged her fans @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this book will shake your brain and make your soul scream .
I am so ready for myself after reading this book !
`` It 's as if I just flew into my body for the very first time .
Whew !
`` Anyone who has any kind of capacity to truly let go and give into yourself with any kind of desire to hold on for dear life - Do it .
Read it .
Live it .
Practice it .
We are a lot !
But we are meant to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she would keep returning to the book , as she continued : `` Read this book and have a highlighter on hand to make notes because you 'll want to refer back to it trust me !
`` I never knew that I am solely responsible for my own joy , happiness and freedom !
!
Who knew our own liberation liberates those around us ?
Cause I did n't !
!
`` I thought we were meant to be stressed and disheveled , confused and selfless like a Disney character !
ProBloodyFound @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Glennon . ''
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Adele has marked Notting Hill Carnival weekend with a photo that showcases her incredibly flat stomach with a first bikini pic with a dedication to her home city
Adele has posted her first bikini snap on Instagram since shedding an impressive seven stone in weight and she is looking sensational.
The 32-year-old chart-topping pop star has celebrated the August Bank Holiday and the virtual Notting Hill Carnival with a photo which shows how toned she is since embarking on her weight loss programme.
Covid-19 might have forced the carnival to be cancelled but Adele's busty display in a bikini with the Jamaican flag emblazoned across it showed that she was still in party mood this weekend.
Showing off her tiny waist and wearing skinny leggings, Adele captioned the photo: "Happy what would be Notting Hill Carnival my beloved London!"
Image: adele/Instagram) adele/Instagram)
Adele was oozing body confidence as she wore a bright yellow headdress of feathers and she added to her carnival spirit by transforming her hair by having her normally long blonde locks tied up in a series of bunches.
The singer has lost her weight after embarking on a 1,000 calories a day diet and focusing on a new exercise regime, which has had remarkable results.
She debuted her dramatic transformation on her 32nd birthday in May and has wowed fans with a couple of stunning snaps since.
Image: laurenpaul8/Instagram) laurenpaul8/Instagram)
This is the first time Adele has dared to bare so much as she flaunts all that she has.
She has also hailed a self-help book as being an important inspiration behind her transformation, helping her find "joy and freedom".
Last month, Adele shared with her followers that she had been reading Untamed, Stop Pleasing, Start Living by Glennon Doyle and the experience had been 'life-changing'.
Sharing a photo of the book cover, Adele urged her fans: "If you're ready - this book will shake your brain and make your soul scream. I am so ready for myself after reading this book!
"It's as if I just flew into my body for the very first time. Whew!
"Anyone who has any kind of capacity to truly let go and give into yourself with any kind of desire to hold on for dear life - Do it. Read it. Live it. Practice it. We are a lot! But we are meant to be a lot!"
Image: PA) PA)
Adele insisted that she would keep returning to the book, as she continued: "Read this book and have a highlighter on hand to make notes because you'll want to refer back to it trust me!
"I never knew that I am solely responsible for my own joy, happiness and freedom!! Who knew our own liberation liberates those around us? Cause I didn't!!
"I thought we were meant to be stressed and disheveled, confused and selfless like a Disney character! ProBloodyFound!! You're an absolute don Glennon."
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thedailymirror--2020-08-31--Police 'pelted with missiles' at Bank Holiday raves with organisers fined £10k

Police have vowed to `` do everything within our power '' to prosecute the organisers of illegal raves , after the bank holiday weekend saw thousands descend on unlicensed music events .
Despite new legislation banning gatherings of more than 30 people and the threat of hefty fines , revellers flocked to parties which were then broken up by officers .
Two organisers at an illegal rave in South Wales that attracted an estimated 3,000 people - some of whom were thought to have travelled from elsewhere in the UK - were issued fixed penalty notices for £10,000 .
Officers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Banwen in Neath Port Talbot throughout the night , saying around 1,000 people were still there on Sunday evening .
Superintendent Jason James said illegal events like that `` have a significant impact on the community '' and condemned those who gathered for being `` irresponsible '' .
Police in Norfolk were pelted with missiles as they shut down a rave at a site in Thetford forest where some 500 people had come together for an event officers believe was planned to last into Monday .
Bottles and cans were thrown at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Police said , adding that they had had to draft in help from other forces to shut down the event .
They said `` a number '' of arrests were made and sound equipment was seized .
Assistant Chief Constable Nick Davison said : `` It 's extremely disappointing to see these types of events taking place when coronavirus continues to be a real threat to our communities .
`` We 're working to identify the organisers and will do everything within our power , where evidence is available , to prosecute and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ London , the Metropolitan Police said it had shut down 21 unlicensed music events , having had 58 reported to them on Saturday .
Commander Bas Javid said while officers were working to engage with people and remind them of the restrictions , they would take action where necessary .
Speaking ahead of the weekend which would normally have seen huge crowds on the streets of west London for Notting Hill Carnival , which has moved online this year , he said : `` Where we need to , we will take enforcement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Police said eight people were fined £10,000 after several parties across Headingley and Burley on Saturday and into the early hours of Sunday .
The force also said one man was been charged with causing a public nuisance after officers broke up a street party on Wepener Mount , Harehills , on Saturday .
Five other people at the party have been fined .
Meanwhile , thousands of pounds worth of equipment was also seized in the police crackdown in the Chapeltown area of Leeds and ahead of a planned unlicensed music event @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Home Secretary Priti Patel has said the new rules represent a crackdown on `` the most serious breaches of social distancing restrictions '' .
Writing in The Daily Telegraph , she said : `` We will not allow this breathtakingly selfish behaviour from a senseless minority to jeopardise the progress we have made together . ''
The new legislation is called the Health Protection ( Coronavirus ) ( Restrictions on Holding of Gatherings and Amendment ) ( England ) Regulations 2020 .

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Police pledged to clampdown on illegal raves with the organisers of a 3,000-strong gathering in South Wales fined £10,000, while officers breaking up gathering in Norfolk were 'pelted with missiles'
Police have vowed to "do everything within our power" to prosecute the organisers of illegal raves, after the bank holiday weekend saw thousands descend on unlicensed music events.
Despite new legislation banning gatherings of more than 30 people and the threat of hefty fines, revellers flocked to parties which were then broken up by officers.
Two organisers at an illegal rave in South Wales that attracted an estimated 3,000 people - some of whom were thought to have travelled from elsewhere in the UK - were issued fixed penalty notices for £10,000.
Officers were planning to remain at the scene in Banwen in Neath Port Talbot throughout the night, saying around 1,000 people were still there on Sunday evening.
Superintendent Jason James said illegal events like that "have a significant impact on the community" and condemned those who gathered for being "irresponsible".
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Police in Norfolk were pelted with missiles as they shut down a rave at a site in Thetford forest where some 500 people had come together for an event officers believe was planned to last into Monday.
Bottles and cans were thrown at officers but none were injured, Norfolk Police said, adding that they had had to draft in help from other forces to shut down the event.
They said "a number" of arrests were made and sound equipment was seized.
Assistant Chief Constable Nick Davison said: "It's extremely disappointing to see these types of events taking place when coronavirus continues to be a real threat to our communities.
"We're working to identify the organisers and will do everything within our power, where evidence is available, to prosecute and bring them to justice."
In London, the Metropolitan Police said it had shut down 21 unlicensed music events, having had 58 reported to them on Saturday.
Commander Bas Javid said while officers were working to engage with people and remind them of the restrictions, they would take action where necessary.
Speaking ahead of the weekend which would normally have seen huge crowds on the streets of west London for Notting Hill Carnival, which has moved online this year, he said: "Where we need to, we will take enforcement action."
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Earlier, West Yorkshire Police said eight people were fined £10,000 after several parties across Headingley and Burley on Saturday and into the early hours of Sunday.
The force also said one man was been charged with causing a public nuisance after officers broke up a street party on Wepener Mount, Harehills, on Saturday. Five other people at the party have been fined.
Meanwhile, thousands of pounds worth of equipment was also seized in the police crackdown in the Chapeltown area of Leeds and ahead of a planned unlicensed music event in Harlow, Essex on Saturday.
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Home Secretary Priti Patel has said the new rules represent a crackdown on "the most serious breaches of social distancing restrictions".
Writing in The Daily Telegraph, she said: "We will not allow this breathtakingly selfish behaviour from a senseless minority to jeopardise the progress we have made together."
The new legislation is called the Health Protection (Coronavirus) (Restrictions on Holding of Gatherings and Amendment) (England) Regulations 2020.


thedailymirror--2020-08-31--School kids could be sent home for 'joke coughing' under strict new virus rules

School pupils could be sent home for joke coughing and punished for using the wrong toilets in strict new coronavirus rules .
With many schools set to re-open on Tuesday , parents have been warned their kids face suspension if they ca n't stick to restrictions .
Putting rule breakers together into detention could risk further spreading the virus and so it has been deemed safer to send them back home .
A letter sent out by Jerome Scafe , an associate principal at Ark Alexandra Academy in Hastings , East Sussex , warned even jokes about the killer bug @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , follow our live blog HERE .
Seen by the Daily Mail , the letter said undesirable behaviours `` may result in a fixed-term exclusion '' .
This included `` deliberate or malicious coughs/sneezes '' , `` inappropriate comments '' about Covid-19 and `` purposeful physical contact '' with others .
It added `` repeated failure '' to follow the rules could see pupils `` needing to be removed from lesson '' .
Byron Academy in Acton , West London , meanwhile , has warned coughing deliberately on someone else is now `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wilfully '' ignoring restrictions face possible exclusion .
John Flamsteed Community School in Derby has said specific toilets have been earmarked for break and lunch for certain students and `` this must be adhered to '' or will be treated as a `` very serious disciplinary matter '' .
All schools want pupils ' uniforms washed every day , though ties ca n't be worn , and if they have sport on their timetable that day children must arrive at school in their PE kit .
To avoid too much mixing , pupils @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in one classroom as well as eat their lunch there .
Charter Academy in Portsmouth has said its water fountains will be switched off and recommends kids bring two litres of water to school .
While North Ormesby Primary Academy in Middlesbrough is introducing 1,000 disposable recyclable cups which must not be left lying around .

As schools prepare to re-open on Monday, parents have been sent lists of strict new coronavirus restrictions which must be adhered to or could see 'very serious disciplinary' proceedings including exclusion
School pupils could be sent home for 'joke coughing' under strict new coronavirus rules
School pupils could be sent home for joke coughing and punished for using the wrong toilets in strict new coronavirus rules.
With many schools set to re-open on Tuesday, parents have been warned their kids face suspension if they can't stick to restrictions.
Putting rule breakers together into detention could risk further spreading the virus and so it has been deemed safer to send them back home.
A letter sent out by Jerome Scafe, an associate principal at Ark Alexandra Academy in Hastings, East Sussex, warned even jokes about the killer bug are banned.
For updates on coronavirus, follow our live blog HERE.
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Seen by the Daily Mail, the letter said undesirable behaviours "may result in a fixed-term exclusion".
This included "deliberate or malicious coughs/sneezes", "inappropriate comments" about Covid-19 and "purposeful physical contact" with others.
It added "repeated failure" to follow the rules could see pupils "needing to be removed from lesson".
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Byron Academy in Acton, West London, meanwhile, has warned coughing deliberately on someone else is now "potentially extremely serious" and those "wilfully" ignoring restrictions face possible exclusion.
John Flamsteed Community School in Derby has said specific toilets have been earmarked for break and lunch for certain students and "this must be adhered to" or will be treated as a "very serious disciplinary matter".
All schools want pupils' uniforms washed every day, though ties can't be worn, and if they have sport on their timetable that day children must arrive at school in their PE kit.
To avoid too much mixing, pupils will also have to have all lessons in one classroom as well as eat their lunch there.
Charter Academy in Portsmouth has said its water fountains will be switched off and recommends kids bring two litres of water to school.
While North Ormesby Primary Academy in Middlesbrough is introducing 1,000 disposable recyclable cups which must not be left lying around.


thedailymirror--2020-08-31--Miley Cyrus and Machine Gun Kelly in shocking pink lead MTV VMAs red carpet

Machine Gun Kelly has done his best to upstage Miley Cyrus on the red carpet as MTV 's annual Video Music Awards has become the first major live awards show to proceed since the coronavirus pandemic hit the United States .
The 30-year-old rapper made a statement ahead of the awards ceremony by bringing out a shocking pink all-in-one which was certainly a head turner at the event .
In contrast , Miley Cyrus was dressed in black but in typical fashion of the controversial singer , her outfit was completely see-through , showing her black underwear underneath .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ venues in New York City , with live performances from Lady Gaga , Ariana Grande , BTS , The Weeknd and more planned .
To ensure that social distancing measures can be followed , only very limited audiences will be allowed to attend the event in person .
Machine Gun Kelly was among the first to be snapped on the red carpet and he showed the way with a pink number that will mean he wo n't go unseen .
Lady Gaga showed that she was still in a Covid-19 free bubble with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see through dome over head .
The Weeknd showed that being at the MTV VMAs is a serious business as he added a stern look to his red suit .
Nicole Richie led the charge for the reality stars with a leggy display in a short lime green outfit that had a train longer than the dress she was wearing .
Disney Channel series Austin & Ally star Sofia Carson evoked classic Hollywood in her red off the shoulder dress with a midriff ruff .
Madison Beer looked smoldering in her little black @ @ @ @ @ @ @ body .
Bebe Rexha meanwhile had a kiss for her fans as she arrived for the first music awards since the start of the coronavirus pandemic .
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MACHINE GUN KELLY TALKS ABOUT HIS NEW COFFEE SHOP AND IS SHOCKED TO WIN VMA AWARD
MACHINE GUN KELLY TALKS ABOUT HIS NEW COFFEE SHOP AND IS SHOCKED TO WIN VMA AWARD
MTV VMAs have brought the awards ceremony back with style as socially distanced celebs hit the red carpet ahead of the first post-pandemic celebration
Machine Gun Kelly did his best to upstage Miley Cyrus on the red carpet as MTV's annual Video Music Awards has become the first major live awards show to proceed since the coronavirus pandemic hit the United States.
The 30-year-old rapper made a statement ahead of the awards ceremony by bringing out a shocking pink all-in-one which was certainly a head turner at the event.
In contrast, Miley Cyrus was dressed in black but in typical fashion of the controversial singer, her outfit was completely see-through, showing her black underwear underneath.
The celebration took place across multiple outdoor venues in New York City, with live performances from Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, BTS, The Weeknd and more planned.
A dominant Gaga won five awards, including the first MTV Tricon in recognition of her achievements in music, fashion and acting.
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Host for the evening Keke Palmer opened the show with a tribute to Chadwick Boseman, whose death on Friday stunned Hollywood. He was diagnosed with colon cancer four years ago.
"We dedicate tonight's show to a man whose spirit touched so many," Palmer said. "He is a true hero, not just on screen but in everything he did. His impact lives forever."
To ensure that social distancing measures can be followed, only very limited audiences will be allowed to attend the event in person.
Machine Gun Kelly was among the first to be snapped on the red carpet and he showed the way with a pink number that will mean he won't go unseen.
Image: Getty Images for MTV) Getty Images for MTV)
Lady Gaga showed that she was still in a Covid-19 free bubble with a futuristic silver outfit that included a see through dome over head.
The Weeknd showed that being at the MTV VMAs is a serious business as he added a stern look to his red suit.
Image: Getty Images for MTV) Getty Images for MTV) Image: Getty Images for MTV) Getty Images for MTV)
Nicole Richie led the charge for the reality stars with a leggy display in a short lime green outfit that had a train longer than the dress she was wearing.
Disney Channel series Austin & Ally star Sofia Carson evoked classic Hollywood in her red off the shoulder dress with a midriff ruff.
Image: Getty Images for MTV) Getty Images for MTV)
Image: Getty Images for MTV) Getty Images for MTV)
Madison Beer looked smoldering in her little black dress which showcased the 21-year-old's slender body.
Bebe Rexha meanwhile had a kiss for her fans as she arrived for the first music awards since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
Image: Getty Images for MTV) Getty Images for MTV)
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Lady Gaga, BTS and Ariana Grande were among the big winners when the awards were announced.
Gaga and Grande won song of the year with Rain On Me while Gaga also walked away with the first ever MTV Tricon Award.
"I want to share this award with everybody at home tonight. Everybody that is their own form of a Tricon," Gaga said, before reflecting on a year disrupted by pandemic and social unrest.
"This has not been an easy year for a lot of people, but what I see in the world is a massive triumph of courage."
K-pop stars BTS won best group and the show began with a tribute to Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman, whose death shocked Hollywood on Friday.
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thedailymirror--2020-08-31--Global rush to produce coronavirus vaccine could make pandemic 'even worse'

The global rush for a coronavirus vaccine could make the pandemic even worse , say leading experts .
The race is on to immunise the world against Covid-19 , which has already killed over 850,000 people , but scientists have warned politicians and commercial companies to be cautious .
Without comprehensive results showing at least 30-50 % effectiveness , vaccines risk doing more harm than good , they claim .
On Friday , ministers unveiled a raft of measures designed to fast track the roll-out of any potential coronavirus vaccine in the UK .
The temporary law change could see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be dished out to Brits without going through the usual product approval system .
For updates on coronavirus , follow our live blog HERE .
Scientists at Oxford developing a vaccine have said they hope to have something ready for regulators to examine before 2021 .
While US president Donald Trump wants a vaccine before the presidential election in November .
However , Professor Sir Richard Peto , of Oxford University and an adviser to the World Health Organization , said an initial vaccine with low efficacy would lower the bench mark and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the line .
He told The Guardian : `` I think there ’ s a big rush , a somewhat nationalistic rush and also somewhat capitalistic rush as well , to be absolutely first to register a vaccine , and it will actually make it more difficult to evaluate other vaccines . ''
While admitting a vaccine is needed soon , he added : `` We really do need quite strong evidence of efficacy . ''
Downing Street 's plan for emergency measures to ensure it could licence a vaccine this year would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Agency .
Post-Brexit , however , the UK will be free to license its own vaccines and drugs .
Prof Peto is a member of the WHO 's Solidarity Vaccines Trial Expert Group , which last week warned a poor vaccine could be worse than none at all .
The group told the Lancet medical journal : `` Deployment of a weakly effective vaccine could actually worsen the Covid-19 pandemic if authorities wrongly assume it causes a substantial reduction in risk , or if vaccinated individuals wrongly believe they are immune , hence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , other Covid-19 control measures . ''
They went on to say they favoured the Solidarity trials , which compare numerous vaccines from around the world as part of a shared control group , rather than individual trials .
The UK government has insisted that any drug will only be passed if it meets `` the highest safety and quality standards '' and it will put `` reinforced safeguards in place '' .
Student doctors and nurses will join a range of other existing NHS staff in being taught how to administer any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before 2021 , the proposals will let it be used before a full product licence is granted , provided it is `` proven to be safe and effective during robust and extensive clinical trials '' .
The Department of Health and Social Care insists that the measures are needed prior to it officially leaving the EU .

Ministers unveiled plans to temporarily change the law to allow for fast-tracking of any potential coronavirus vaccines found before the end of the year, but experts have warned inferior solutions could make matters worse
The global rush for a coronavirus vaccine could make the pandemic even worse, say leading experts.
The race is on to immunise the world against Covid-19, which has already killed over 850,000 people, but scientists have warned politicians and commercial companies to be cautious.
Without comprehensive results showing at least 30-50% effectiveness, vaccines risk doing more harm than good, they claim.
On Friday, ministers unveiled a raft of measures designed to fast track the roll-out of any potential coronavirus vaccine in the UK.
The temporary law change could see any vaccine given a green light to be dished out to Brits without going through the usual product approval system.
For updates on coronavirus, follow our live blog HERE.
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Scientists at Oxford developing a vaccine have said they hope to have something ready for regulators to examine before 2021.
While US president Donald Trump wants a vaccine before the presidential election in November.
However, Professor Sir Richard Peto, of Oxford University and an adviser to the World Health Organization, said an initial vaccine with low efficacy would lower the bench mark and lead to even more inferior ones down the line.
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He told The Guardian: "I think there’s a big rush, a somewhat nationalistic rush and also somewhat capitalistic rush as well, to be absolutely first to register a vaccine, and it will actually make it more difficult to evaluate other vaccines."
While admitting a vaccine is needed soon, he added: "We really do need quite strong evidence of efficacy."
Downing Street's plan for emergency measures to ensure it could licence a vaccine this year would override any approval from the European Medicines Agency.
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Post-Brexit, however, the UK will be free to license its own vaccines and drugs.
Prof Peto is a member of the WHO's Solidarity Vaccines Trial Expert Group, which last week warned a poor vaccine could be worse than none at all.
The group told the Lancet medical journal: "Deployment of a weakly effective vaccine could actually worsen the Covid-19 pandemic if authorities wrongly assume it causes a substantial reduction in risk, or if vaccinated individuals wrongly believe they are immune, hence reducing implementation of, or compliance with, other Covid-19 control measures."
They went on to say they favoured the Solidarity trials, which compare numerous vaccines from around the world as part of a shared control group, rather than individual trials.
The UK government has insisted that any drug will only be passed if it meets "the highest safety and quality standards" and it will put "reinforced safeguards in place".
Student doctors and nurses will join a range of other existing NHS staff in being taught how to administer any vaccine.
If a vaccine is discovered before 2021, the proposals will let it be used before a full product licence is granted, provided it is "proven to be safe and effective during robust and extensive clinical trials".
The Department of Health and Social Care insists that the measures are needed prior to it officially leaving the EU.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Plastic carrier bag charges to double with all shops and takeaways affected

The fee for plastic carrier bags is set to double from April next year , with the charge being extended to all shops in England , the Government has announced .
Small retailers - defined as those employing 250 people or fewer - will no longer be exempt from the levy , the Department for Environment , Food and Rural Affairs ( Defra ) said .
Following a public consultation last year , in which the `` vast majority '' of respondents welcomed the changes , the minimum charge for single use carrier bags will increase to 10p .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ both changes from April 2021 .
The changes will now apply to all outlets , including corner shops and takeaways , regardless of size .
Environment Secretary George Eustice said : `` The UK is already a world-leader in this global effort , and our carrier bag charge has been hugely successful in taking billions of harmful plastic bags out of circulation .
`` But we want to go further by extending this to all retailers so we can continue to cut unnecessary waste and build back greener .
`` I hope our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inspire many more countries to follow suit , so we can take on plastic waste together and implement lasting change . ''
The 5p levy on plastic bags was introduced in England in 2015 , with the most recent figures showing that the number of single-use bags distributed by large supermarkets has fallen more than 95 % .
The average person in England now buys just four single-use bags a year , compared to around 140 in 2014 .
Sainsbury ’ s , Asda , Tesco , Marks & Spencer , Morrisons , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ million singleuse bags over the past year , down from 7.6 billion the year before the charge was introduced in 2015 .
While the move to extend the charge was welcomed by campaigners , Greenpeace said that carriers bag were only `` one part of the problem '' .
Sam Chetan-Welsh , political campaigner at Greenpeace , said : `` By raising the price of plastic bags again the Government is taking a small step in the right direction , but by now they should be taking great strides .
`` Reinstating the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not taking action on bags for life , is only looking at one part of the problem .
`` And it could be construed as tokenism when there are so many ways ministers know they could be driving fast and substantial reductions on plastic pollution .
`` If they 're increasing costs for shoppers , ministers really have no excuse not to increase costs for the companies that are responsible for the escalating volumes of single-use plastic packaging in the first place . ''
CPRE , the countryside charity , called for action @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , such as takeaway cups and forks .
Tom Fyans , deputy chief executive , said : `` To truly step up and face the war on plastic , Government should bring in charges on all single-use , throwaway items - from takeaway cups to wooden forks .
`` Incentivising reuse systems and finally committing to an all-in Deposit Return Scheme for drinks containers are the only ways the Government can achieve a litter-free countryside and win the war on waste . ''

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Plastic carrier bags in all shops in Britain will cost 10p from April, which is already the charge in supermarkets, with the change to apply in all small stores and takeaways
All shops must charge 10p for plastic carrier bags from April - as levy doubles
The fee for plastic carrier bags is set to double from April next year, with the charge being extended to all shops in England, the Government has announced.
Small retailers - defined as those employing 250 people or fewer - will no longer be exempt from the levy, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) said.
Following a public consultation last year, in which the "vast majority" of respondents welcomed the changes, the minimum charge for single use carrier bags will increase to 10p.
The department said it has committed to implementing both changes from April 2021.
The changes will now apply to all outlets, including corner shops and takeaways, regardless of size.
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Environment Secretary George Eustice said: "The UK is already a world-leader in this global effort, and our carrier bag charge has been hugely successful in taking billions of harmful plastic bags out of circulation.
"But we want to go further by extending this to all retailers so we can continue to cut unnecessary waste and build back greener.
"I hope our pioneering track record on single-use plastics will inspire many more countries to follow suit, so we can take on plastic waste together and implement lasting change."
The 5p levy on plastic bags was introduced in England in 2015, with the most recent figures showing that the number of single-use bags distributed by large supermarkets has fallen more than 95%.
Will the plastic bag charge make a difference? Have your say in the comments below
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The average person in England now buys just four single-use bags a year, compared to around 140 in 2014.
Sainsbury’s, Asda, Tesco, Marks & Spencer, Morrisons, the Co-op and Waitrose sold only 226 million singleuse bags over the past year, down from 7.6 billion the year before the charge was introduced in 2015.
While the move to extend the charge was welcomed by campaigners, Greenpeace said that carriers bag were only "one part of the problem".
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Sam Chetan-Welsh, political campaigner at Greenpeace, said: "By raising the price of plastic bags again the Government is taking a small step in the right direction, but by now they should be taking great strides.
"Reinstating the previous price of carrier bags, but not taking action on bags for life, is only looking at one part of the problem.
"And it could be construed as tokenism when there are so many ways ministers know they could be driving fast and substantial reductions on plastic pollution.
"If they're increasing costs for shoppers, ministers really have no excuse not to increase costs for the companies that are responsible for the escalating volumes of single-use plastic packaging in the first place."
CPRE, the countryside charity, called for action to be taken on all single-use items, such as takeaway cups and forks.
Tom Fyans, deputy chief executive, said: "To truly step up and face the war on plastic, Government should bring in charges on all single-use, throwaway items - from takeaway cups to wooden forks.
"Incentivising reuse systems and finally committing to an all-in Deposit Return Scheme for drinks containers are the only ways the Government can achieve a litter-free countryside and win the war on waste."


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Lionel Messi's transfer stance after La Liga statement over get-out clause

Lionel Messi is reportedly remaining defiant in his determination to force through a transfer to Manchester City , despite La Liga having backed Barcelona .
La Liga issued a statement on Sunday insisting that a get-out clause allowing him to leave for free this summer is not longer valid .
It means Messi will now have to win a £624m legal battle in order to secure his dream reunion with Pep Guardiola at City .
Otherwise , any suitors will have to either meet the atsronomical buy-out clause or hope they can negotiate a lower transfer fee with Barcelona .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Messi and in particular City , who will want to ensure they stay inside UEFA 's financial fair play rules after successfully overturning a two-year Champions League ban recently .
But Messi is reportedly determined not to let the development stop him from forcing his exit from Barcelona .
Journalist Fabrizio Romano took to Twitter claiming that Messi `` is not going to change his mind '' and is ready to take on Barcelona and La Liga .
He tweeted : `` Messi also after La Liga statement is not going to chance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He wants to leave and to start a new chapter .
Barcelona told him again they won ’ t let Leo go for free to Manchester City - and La Liga position is part of their strategy .
The saga is on . ''
The get-out clause in Messi 's contract which allowed him to leave at the end of the season was valid until the end of June , but the six-time Ballon d'Or winner argued the pandemic meant the season was extended .
But La Liga rebuffed that in its statement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the applicable rule , La Liga will not approve a request to be de-registered as a player with the Spanish football federation , unless the amount in the release clause has been paid.
” Messi did not report for coronavirus testing with the rest of the Barcelona squad on Sunday , which means he can not return to training on Monday .
Will Lionel Messi will win his battle to leave Barcelona ?
Have your say here It is understood he deliberately did not show up for the test in order to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ club this summer .
Messi 's unhappiness at the Nou Camp has alerted Europe 's top clubs to his potential availability .
Paris-Saint Germain and Inter Milan are believed to be keen on his signature , while Juventus also reportedly entered the race , sparking anticipation of a sensational link-up between the Argentine superstar and Cristiano Ronaldo .

Messi was dealt a blow in his bid to force through a transfer when La Liga backed Barcelona's stance, but the six-time Ballon d'Or winner is reportedly still determined to move
Lionel Messi is reportedly remaining defiant in his determination to force through a transfer to Manchester City, despite La Liga having backed Barcelona.
La Liga issued a statement on Sunday insisting that a get-out clause allowing him to leave for free this summer is not longer valid.
It means Messi will now have to win a £624m legal battle in order to secure his dream reunion with Pep Guardiola at City.
Otherwise, any suitors will have to either meet the atsronomical buy-out clause or hope they can negotiate a lower transfer fee with Barcelona.
The news is a significant blow to Messi and in particular City, who will want to ensure they stay inside UEFA's financial fair play rules after successfully overturning a two-year Champions League ban recently.
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But Messi is reportedly determined not to let the development stop him from forcing his exit from Barcelona.
Journalist Fabrizio Romano took to Twitter claiming that Messi "is not going to change his mind" and is ready to take on Barcelona and La Liga.
He tweeted: "Messi also after La Liga statement is not going to chance [sic] his mind.
"He wants to leave and to start a new chapter. Barcelona told him again they won’t let Leo go for free to Manchester City - and La Liga position is part of their strategy. The saga is on."
The get-out clause in Messi's contract which allowed him to leave at the end of the season was valid until the end of June, but the six-time Ballon d'Or winner argued the pandemic meant the season was extended.
But La Liga rebuffed that in its statement, which read: “In compliance with the applicable rule, La Liga will not approve a request to be de-registered as a player with the Spanish football federation, unless the amount in the release clause has been paid.”
Messi did not report for coronavirus testing with the rest of the Barcelona squad on Sunday, which means he cannot return to training on Monday.
Will Lionel Messi will win his battle to leave Barcelona? Have your say here
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It is understood he deliberately did not show up for the test in order to underline his determination to leave the Catalan club this summer.
Messi's unhappiness at the Nou Camp has alerted Europe's top clubs to his potential availability.
Paris-Saint Germain and Inter Milan are believed to be keen on his signature, while Juventus also reportedly entered the race, sparking anticipation of a sensational link-up between the Argentine superstar and Cristiano Ronaldo.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Prince Harry shares new hobby he has lined up for Archie and promises UK return

Prince Harry has revealed plans to introduce baby son Archie to Rugby League - and has promised to return to the UK .
The Duke of Sussex hopes the 15-month-old royal will develop the same love for the sport he has , but the dad-of-one is currently struggling to find mini rugby balls small enough .
He was speaking during a special Zoom quiz of players , coaches and volunteers from Rugby Football League to mark its 125th birthday .
The former senior royal was joined by St Helens Women ’ s Super League players Gemma Walsh and Emily Rudge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Jones-Buchanan and his son Kurgan , Newcastle Thunder ’ s Jordan Robinson and academy player Alex Donaghy as well as volunteer Fionna Everson .
Harry , who has now settled in Santa Barbara with wife Meghan and little Archie , after officially quitting the Firm in March , is the league 's patron .
`` What I need is a few mini rugby balls that I can then get Archie involved with the game , because at the moment it 's impossible to find any , '' he told the group .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ outside , which I 'm fortunate enough to have so I need to get him playing some Rugby League .
`` I 'm just unbelievably fortunate and grateful to have outdoor space and see my son able to be outside , because I know so many people just have n't had that opportunity in the last five months , '' Harry said , referring to the coronavirus pandemic .
`` Our little man is our number one priority but our work after that is the second priority and we ’ re just trying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our part to make the world a better place , '' he added .
Harry went on to assure those in the virtual chat that he has plans to return to the UK - in particular for the Rugby World Cup which begins in October next year .
`` I would 've been back already had it not been for Covid , so do n't worry .
You guys and the Rugby League community will have my commitment for as long as I can give it to you , '' he said .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ draw on January 16 at Buckingham Palace - his first public appearance after he and Meghan announced they would be quitting the Royal Family on January 8 .
The couple 's move into their £11.1million nine-bed pad in Montecito , Santa Barbara , saw them take out a £7.25m mortgage after getting some financial help from Prince Charles .
The property also includes a library , cinema , gym , spa and sauna - as well as 16 bathrooms .

PRINCE HARRY IS EAGER TO TEACH ARCHIE RUGBY AND IS LOVING LIFE IN THE USA
PRINCE HARRY IS EAGER TO TEACH ARCHIE RUGBY AND IS LOVING LIFE IN THE USA
The Duke of Sussex has admitted he's struggling to find rugby balls small enough for Archie to use during a special video chat with quiz of players, coaches and volunteers from Rugby League to mark its 125th birthday
Prince Harry shares new hobby he has lined up for Archie and promises UK return
Prince Harry has revealed plans to introduce baby son Archie to Rugby League - and has promised to return to the UK.
The Duke of Sussex hopes the 15-month-old royal will develop the same love for the sport he has, but the dad-of-one is currently struggling to find mini rugby balls small enough.
He was speaking during a special Zoom quiz of players, coaches and volunteers from Rugby Football League to mark its 125th birthday.
The former senior royal was joined by St Helens Women’s Super League players Gemma Walsh and Emily Rudge, Leeds Rhinos and England star Jamie Jones-Buchanan and his son Kurgan, Newcastle Thunder’s Jordan Robinson and academy player Alex Donaghy as well as volunteer Fionna Everson.
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Harry, who has now settled in Santa Barbara with wife Meghan and little Archie, after officially quitting the Firm in March, is the league's patron.
"What I need is a few mini rugby balls that I can then get Archie involved with the game, because at the moment it's impossible to find any," he told the group.
"But I've got a little space outside, which I'm fortunate enough to have so I need to get him playing some Rugby League.
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"I'm just unbelievably fortunate and grateful to have outdoor space and see my son able to be outside, because I know so many people just haven't had that opportunity in the last five months," Harry said, referring to the coronavirus pandemic.
"Our little man is our number one priority but our work after that is the second priority and we’re just trying to do everything we can to do our part to make the world a better place," he added.
Harry went on to assure those in the virtual chat that he has plans to return to the UK - in particular for the Rugby World Cup which begins in October next year.
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"I would've been back already had it not been for Covid, so don't worry. You guys and the Rugby League community will have my commitment for as long as I can give it to you," he said.
The duke had conducted the World Cup draw on January 16 at Buckingham Palace - his first public appearance after he and Meghan announced they would be quitting the Royal Family on January 8.
The couple's move into their £11.1million nine-bed pad in Montecito, Santa Barbara, saw them take out a £7.25m mortgage after getting some financial help from Prince Charles.
The property also includes a library, cinema, gym, spa and sauna - as well as 16 bathrooms.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Coronavirus curry house outbreak with 7 workers falling ill and restaurant shut

A popular Indian restaurant has closed after seven employees tested positive for Covid-19 .
Bosses at Akbar 's in Bradford , West Yorks , have temporarily shut down the premises after the outbreak .
The cases have all come in a short three-week window , with the last known case reported on August 20 .
The owners of Akbar 's have made the decision to shut down entirely for five days , with all infected staff self-isolating for at least 10 days .
Bradford Council 's director for public health said there is `` no reason to believe customers were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ front of house Covid-19 safety measures are very robust '' .
Owner Shabir Hussain told Examiner Live : “ We could have sent a number of our staff home to self-isolate and stayed open using other employees but we felt this was the responsible thing to do to make sure we are 100 per cent safe going forward .
“ It also gives us a chance to give our people a bit of a holiday because they have been so incredibly busy during the ‘ Eat Out to Help Out ’ promotion .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ who have made bookings but hopefully they will understand that we all have to make sacrifices if we are to get the Covid-19 virus under control and protect the most vulnerable in our district.
” Mr Hussain has been praised for his decision by Bradford Council 's director for public health , Sarah Muckle .
She said : “ The restaurant had good Covid-19 safety measures in place to protect customers and we agree with their decision .
`` We are extremely grateful to the Akbar ’ s team for the way they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the responsible , professional , proactive action they have taken .
“ We have no reason to believe customers were at risk because the restaurant ’ s front of house Covid-19 safety measures are very robust .
“ It ’ s never an easy decision to close a business but this kind of leadership is exactly what we will need if we are to get on top of small outbreaks and stop the virus spreading into our communities.
” Bookings are still being taken for when Akbar ’ s re-opens for business @ @ @ @ @ @

Bosses at Akbar's in Bradford, Yorkshire, have temporarily shut down the premises after the outbreak which happened in a three week window with the last known case reported on August 20
A popular Indian restaurant has closed after seven employees tested positive for Covid-19.
Bosses at Akbar's in Bradford, West Yorks, have temporarily shut down the premises after the outbreak.
The cases have all come in a short three-week window, with the last known case reported on August 20.
The owners of Akbar's have made the decision to shut down entirely for five days, with all infected staff self-isolating for at least 10 days.
Bradford Council 's director for public health said there is "no reason to believe customers were at risk because the restaurant’s front of house Covid-19 safety measures are very robust".
Owner Shabir Hussain told Examiner Live: “We could have sent a number of our staff home to self-isolate and stayed open using other employees but we felt this was the responsible thing to do to make sure we are 100 per cent safe going forward.
“It also gives us a chance to give our people a bit of a holiday because they have been so incredibly busy during the ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ promotion.
“We apologise to all our customers who have made bookings but hopefully they will understand that we all have to make sacrifices if we are to get the Covid-19 virus under control and protect the most vulnerable in our district.”
Mr Hussain has been praised for his decision by Bradford Council 's director for public health, Sarah Muckle.
She said: “The restaurant had good Covid-19 safety measures in place to protect customers and we agree with their decision.
"We are extremely grateful to the Akbar’s team for the way they have worked with us on this and for the responsible, professional, proactive action they have taken.
“We have no reason to believe customers were at risk because the restaurant’s front of house Covid-19 safety measures are very robust.
“It’s never an easy decision to close a business but this kind of leadership is exactly what we will need if we are to get on top of small outbreaks and stop the virus spreading into our communities.”
Bookings are still being taken for when Akbar’s re-opens for business on Friday, September 4.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Brad Pitt pays sweet tribute to Nicole Poturalski as he leaves Paris alone

Brad Pitt paid a sweet tribute to his rumoured girlfriend Nicole Poturalski after he left their French getaway alone .
The 56-year-old Hollywood actor was seen leaving Paris by himself after reportedly spending time with the German model , who is more than half his age , at his Châteaux in the south of France .
It would seem that Nicole has made quite an impression on Brad as he was seen wearing a pink hat , not too dissimilar to the one that the 27-year-old model has used in recent Instagram pics .
It seemed to be a sweet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wore the pink fedora and showed that she is going to be on his mind for some time to come , as he returns to his home in Los Angeles .
Fans of the actor were surprised when he was seen `` kissing '' the mother-of-one at the airport ahead of them jetting to Southern France but it has been reported that they have been heating up their romance for the past nine months .
The holiday has obviously put Brad in a relaxed mode as he wore a blue button down top @ @ @ @ @ @ @ green trousers , as he walked under umbrellas on the airport tarmac .
Nicole has caught the eye of Brad 's fans due to her striking resemblance to his ex-wife Angelina Jolie .
Brad and Ange , 45 , split four years ago and are gearing themselves up for a custody battle in court which could take their reasonably amicable divorce in to a more bitter space .
Nicole 's social media presence has shot up as people flock to follow her after the romantic link to Brad .
She is a model @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the pages of Elle and Harper 's Bazaar in recent months .
Sources have said that Angelina is not giving Brad 's new relationship much thought but she reportedly is worried about how it will affect their six children .
Angelina is `` long past having any kind of romantic feelings for Brad so on that level it ’ s a non-issue , '' so he will wait to see how Maddox , 19 , Pax , 16 , Zahara , 15 , Shiloh , 14 , and twins Vivienne and Knox , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
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Brad Pitt's rumoured romance with German model Nicole Poturalski has been heating up but he left the City of Lights without her but showed the public that she's on her mind
Brad Pitt paid a sweet tribute to his rumoured girlfriend Nicole Poturalski after he left their French getaway alone.
The 56-year-old Hollywood actor was seen leaving Paris by himself after reportedly spending time with the German model, who is more than half his age, at his Châteaux in the south of France.
It would seem that Nicole has made quite an impression on Brad as he was seen wearing a pink hat, not too dissimilar to the one that the 27-year-old model has used in recent Instagram pics.
It seemed to be a sweet nod to Nicole, as Brad casually wore the pink fedora and showed that she is going to be on his mind for some time to come, as he returns to his home in Los Angeles.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Fans of the actor were surprised when he was seen "kissing" the mother-of-one at the airport ahead of them jetting to Southern France but it has been reported that they have been heating up their romance for the past nine months.
The holiday has obviously put Brad in a relaxed mode as he wore a blue button down top over a white t-shirt, along with green trousers, as he walked under umbrellas on the airport tarmac.
Nicole has caught the eye of Brad's fans due to her striking resemblance to his ex-wife Angelina Jolie.
Brad and Ange, 45, split four years ago and are gearing themselves up for a custody battle in court which could take their reasonably amicable divorce in to a more bitter space.
Image: nico.potur/Instagram) nico.potur/Instagram)
Nicole's social media presence has shot up as people flock to follow her after the romantic link to Brad.
She is a model on the rise and has been in the pages of Elle and Harper's Bazaar in recent months.
Sources have said that Angelina is not giving Brad's new relationship much thought but she reportedly is worried about how it will affect their six children.
Angelina is "long past having any kind of romantic feelings for Brad so on that level it’s a non-issue," so he will wait to see how Maddox, 19, Pax, 16, Zahara, 15, Shiloh, 14, and twins Vivienne and Knox, 12, feel about his new romance.
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thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Unseen pictures of celebs and politicians by Terry O'Neill to be shown to public

One year on on from Terry O'Neill 's death , some rare and never before seen images of his work have been unearthed and will go on display for the first time Terry O ’ Neill was one of the world ’ s most celebrated photographers , capturing iconic images of everyone from presidents to pop stars over six decades .
His work featured the biggest names from Winston Churchill to Nelson Mandela , Elvis Presley to Amy Winehouse , Audrey Hepburn to Brigitte Bardot , and he snapped every James Bond from Sean Connery to Daniel Craig .
His @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sixties as he chronicled emerging faces such as The Beatles and the Rolling Stones who would go on to define popular culture .
Now a year on from his death , some rare and never before seen images of his work have been unearthed and will go on display for the first time .
The shots feature stars including David Bowie , Elizabeth Taylor , Elton John , Brigitte Bardot and Roger Daltrey , cementing his place as the most trusted celebrity photographer of our times .
Here are just a few of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : The Vintage Collection runs at the Hampstead Gallery from 15-29 September .

One year on on from Terry O'Neill's death, some rare and never before seen images of his work have been unearthed and will go on display for the first time
Terry O'Neill: Unseen pictures of celebs and politicians to be shown to public
Terry O’Neill was one of the world’s most celebrated photographers, capturing iconic images of everyone from presidents to pop stars over six decades.
His work featured the biggest names from Winston Churchill to Nelson Mandela, Elvis Presley to Amy Winehouse, Audrey Hepburn to Brigitte Bardot, and he snapped every James Bond from Sean Connery to Daniel Craig.
His work captured the essence of the Swinging Sixties as he chronicled emerging faces such as The Beatles and the Rolling Stones who would go on to define popular culture.
Now a year on from his death, some rare and never before seen images of his work have been unearthed and will go on display for the first time.
The shots feature stars including David Bowie, Elizabeth Taylor, Elton John, Brigitte Bardot and Roger Daltrey, cementing his place as the most trusted celebrity photographer of our times.
- Terry O’Neill: The Vintage Collection runs at the Zebra One Gallery from 15-29 September.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Nearly 9 in 10 teachers say social distancing in school will not be possible

Nearly nine in 10 teachers fear staying socially distant from pupils and other staff will not be possible , as more than 8 million children prepare to return to classrooms this week .
The shock survey of nearly 6,000 school staff in England came as Labour called on ministers to push back 2021 exams to help pupils catch up .
And Union chiefs told the Mirror it was “ wrong ” to threaten parents with fines if they ’ re too concerned to send children back to school .
National Association of Head Teachers ( NAHT ) boss Paul Whiteman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if the Covid-19 infection rate increases after schools reopen .
He wrote : “ Schools have done what they can .
If the R rate increases , it would be entirely wrong to lay any blame for that at the door of school leaders.
” And embattled Education Secretary Gavin Williamson came under further pressure after his department published critical guidance for reopening schools at midnight on Friday .
The Government said 41,499 people had died in the UK within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of last night ( SUN @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the day before .
Separate figures published by the UK 's statistics agencies show there have now been 57,200 deaths registered in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate .
A further 1,715 lab-confirmed cases of the virus were recorded - bringing the total overall to 334,467 .
The number of cases worldwide passed the 25 million mark on Sunday as India hit a worldwide record for daily new cases .
Authorities in India reported a shocking 78,761 increase in cases in a single day .
As Unions predict around @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this week , a poll of nearly 6,000 school staff in England found that 86 % of respondents said minimising contact between pupils will not be possible .
Some two thirds ( 66 % ) fear guidance to avoid busy corridors , entrances and exits is unrealistic .
The wide-ranging survey by Tes also found than more than a quarter of staff ( 28 % ) may not comply with the test and trace programme should there be a Covid-19 outbreak at their school .
More than a third ( 35 % ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus safety in schools will not work and leaves them `` at risk '' .
But writing exclusively in the Mirror NAHT General Secretary Paul Whiteman said teachers had done their best to ensure schools were safe to reopen .
He said : `` The best laid plans will be sternly tested when they come into contact with the real world in the coming weeks .
Schools have done what they can .
“ If the R rate increases , it would be entirely wrong to lay any blame for that at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ added : `` Civil servants have been blamed for recent failings and removed from their posts , this must not happen to educators . ''
And he warned the government threatening parents with fines if they refuse to send children back to school “ won ’ t help at all.
” Number 10 has told heads to use the threat of fines as a `` last resort '' if parents refuse to return kids to classrooms when schools re-open this week .
Fines start at £60 , but double if they 're not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rise to £2,500 if a prosecution is brought against parents .
Mr Whiteman said it 's `` better for schools and families to work together .
Fines wo n't help at all . ''
Meanwhile , Labour called for exams due to take place in May to be pushed back until June or July to allow for extra teaching time .
Kate Green , the party ’ s Shadow Education Secretary , warned that pupils entering Year 11 and 13 who have lost up to six months of teaching time will face “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Government steps in .
It came after Education Committee chair Robert Halfon urged exam regulator Ofqual to make a decision on whether to hold exams in 2021 within weeks .
`` It is 50:50 that exams go ahead next summer , ” he said .
`` Schools , the Department for Education and Ofsted need to work out how much disruption there will be to pupils ' learning in the coming year .
“ Serious analysis needs to be done , and then they need to make an announcement about exams within the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ Pupils across the country who have missed out on vital teaching time will have a mountain to climb to prepare for May exams unless the government steps in .
” Ministers had warning after warning about problems with this year ’ s exam results , but allowed it to descend into a fiasco .
“ This is too important for Boris Johnson to leave until to the last minute .
Pupils heading back to school need clarity and certainty about the year ahead.
” And Education Secretary Gavin Williamson faced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ schools planning to open this week was only published at midnight on Friday .
The guidance , which said secondary pupils could be kept at home on a two-week rota in areas under local lockdown , was rolled out on a government website in the middle of the night .
And the advice was changed again within minutes , to remove a passage that said that if a single case is confirmed an entire year group might be asked to isolate for 14 days .
The NAHT said the timing of the release @ @ @ @ @ @ @ demonstrates a complete lack of regard for the wellbeing of school leaders and their teams.
” And Labour said the late changes to advice were “ insulting ” to staff .
Mr Williamson said any changes to school attendance “ will only ever be an absolute last resort ” .
But he added : “ It is important that both government and schools prepare for a worst case scenario , so this framework represents the sensible contingency planning any responsible government would put in place.
” Geoff Barton , general secretary of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ To wait until the Friday night before most schools return isn ’ t the government ’ s finest moment .
“ Obviously , schools haven ’ t had any chance whatsoever to incorporate this into their planning and will now have to revisit the plans they have put in place.
” And Ms Green said the timing of the guidance “ beggars belief ” .
She added : “ The government ’ s incompetence is insulting to the school leaders and teachers who have worked so hard over summer to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ School is the best place for children to be in September , but this government has repeatedly failed to show the leadership that they , their families and their teachers deserve.
” The mounting confusion came as Gavin Williamson sought to ease parents ’ fears with an open letter .
He wrote : “ I would urge you to keep in mind that all four of our country ’ s chief medical officers , including Chris Whitty , are unanimous in believing the health risk posed by Covid19 to children is extremely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a child is not in school , they stand to lose far more than just a few months of learning .
It could well put a huge dent in their future life chances .
”

Union chiefs have said it was “wrong” to threaten parents with fines if they’re too concerned to send children back to school
Nearly 9 in 10 teachers say social distancing in school will not be possible
Nearly nine in 10 teachers fear staying socially distant from pupils and other staff will not be possible, as more than 8 million children prepare to return to classrooms this week.
The shock survey of nearly 6,000 school staff in England came as Labour called on ministers to push back 2021 exams to help pupils catch up.
And Union chiefs told the Mirror it was “wrong” to threaten parents with fines if they’re too concerned to send children back to school.
National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) boss Paul Whiteman also warned ministers not to blame teachers if the Covid-19 infection rate increases after schools reopen.
He wrote: “Schools have done what they can. If the R rate increases, it would be entirely wrong to lay any blame for that at the door of school leaders.”
Image: Getty) Getty)
And embattled Education Secretary Gavin Williamson came under further pressure after his department published critical guidance for reopening schools at midnight on Friday.
The Government said 41,499 people had died in the UK within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of last night (SUN), an increase of one on the day before.
Separate figures published by the UK's statistics agencies show there have now been 57,200 deaths registered in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate.
A further 1,715 lab-confirmed cases of the virus were recorded - bringing the total overall to 334,467.
The number of cases worldwide passed the 25 million mark on Sunday as India hit a worldwide record for daily new cases.
Authorities in India reported a shocking 78,761 increase in cases in a single day.
As Unions predict around 97% of schools will reopen fully this week, a poll of nearly 6,000 school staff in England found that 86% of respondents said minimising contact between pupils will not be possible.
Image: Getty) Getty)
Some two thirds (66%) fear guidance to avoid busy corridors, entrances and exits is unrealistic.
The wide-ranging survey by Tes also found than more than a quarter of staff (28%) may not comply with the test and trace programme should there be a Covid-19 outbreak at their school.
More than a third (35%) feel that the Government's approach to coronavirus safety in schools will not work and leaves them "at risk".
But writing exclusively in the Mirror NAHT General Secretary Paul Whiteman said teachers had done their best to ensure schools were safe to reopen.
He said: "The best laid plans will be sternly tested when they come into contact with the real world in the coming weeks. Schools have done what they can.
“If the R rate increases, it would be entirely wrong to lay any blame for that at the door of school leaders."
He added: "Civil servants have been blamed for recent failings and removed from their posts, this must not happen to educators."
And he warned the government threatening parents with fines if they refuse to send children back to school “won’t help at all.”
Number 10 has told heads to use the threat of fines as a "last resort" if parents refuse to return kids to classrooms when schools re-open this week.
Fines start at £60, but double if they're not paid within 21 days. They can rise to £2,500 if a prosecution is brought against parents.
Image: Getty) Getty)
Mr Whiteman said it's "better for schools and families to work together. Fines won't help at all."
Meanwhile, Labour called for exams due to take place in May to be pushed back until June or July to allow for extra teaching time.
Kate Green, the party’s Shadow Education Secretary, warned that pupils entering Year 11 and 13 who have lost up to six months of teaching time will face “a mountain to climb” unless the Government steps in.
It came after Education Committee chair Robert Halfon urged exam regulator Ofqual to make a decision on whether to hold exams in 2021 within weeks.
"It is 50:50 that exams go ahead next summer,” he said. "Schools, the Department for Education and Ofsted need to work out how much disruption there will be to pupils' learning in the coming year.
“Serious analysis needs to be done, and then they need to make an announcement about exams within the next few weeks."
Ms Green said: “Pupils across the country who have missed out on vital teaching time will have a mountain to climb to prepare for May exams unless the government steps in.
”Ministers had warning after warning about problems with this year’s exam results, but allowed it to descend into a fiasco.
“This is too important for Boris Johnson to leave until to the last minute. Pupils heading back to school need clarity and certainty about the year ahead.”
And Education Secretary Gavin Williamson faced fury from teachers after crucial guidance for schools planning to open this week was only published at midnight on Friday.
Image: PA) PA)
The guidance, which said secondary pupils could be kept at home on a two-week rota in areas under local lockdown, was rolled out on a government website in the middle of the night.
And the advice was changed again within minutes, to remove a passage that said that if a single case is confirmed an entire year group might be asked to isolate for 14 days.
The NAHT said the timing of the release was “nothing short of reprehensible and demonstrates a complete lack of regard for the wellbeing of school leaders and their teams.”
And Labour said the late changes to advice were “insulting” to staff.
Mr Williamson said any changes to school attendance “will only ever be an absolute last resort”.
But he added: “It is important that both government and schools prepare for a worst case scenario, so this framework represents the sensible contingency planning any responsible government would put in place.”
Geoff Barton, general secretary of the Association of School and College Leaders, said: “To wait until the Friday night before most schools return isn’t the government’s finest moment.
“Obviously, schools haven’t had any chance whatsoever to incorporate this into their planning and will now have to revisit the plans they have put in place.”
And Ms Green said the timing of the guidance “beggars belief”.
She added: “The government’s incompetence is insulting to the school leaders and teachers who have worked so hard over summer to prepare schools for children to return.
“School is the best place for children to be in September, but this government has repeatedly failed to show the leadership that they, their families and their teachers deserve.”
The mounting confusion came as Gavin Williamson sought to ease parents’ fears with an open letter.
He wrote: “I would urge you to keep in mind that all four of our country’s chief medical officers, including Chris Whitty, are unanimous in believing the health risk posed by Covid19 to children is extremely low.”
He added: “If a child is not in school, they stand to lose far more than just a few months of learning. It could well put a huge dent in their future life chances.”