thedailymirror--2020-07-13--What Man City's Champions League let off means for club's summer transfer plans

Man City 's successful appeal against their Champions League ban has given Pep Guardiola the green light to press ahead with his summer transfer plans .
The City boss has already admitted the club need to invest in their squad in the upcoming window to give themselves the best chance of competing with rivals Liverpool next season .
While the ban would not necessarily have affected their ability to spend , it would have no doubt reduced the size of the kitty available , and targets may have thought twice about joining without the prospect of European football .
Now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his way , and City can use their riches to capitalise on a market hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic .
Key to his strategy will be the replace some of the old guard , with a central defender top of their list , as other stars have entered their twilight years .
“ Some players have to be replaced , ” Guardiola said earlier this month .
“ In some areas we will have to do this , not for the lack of quality , but for the absence of Vinny [ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , while Fernandinho and Sergio [ Aguero ] have one year left on their contracts .
“ I don ’ t know if they will extend or not .
Some players have to be replaced .
“ But it ’ s not a disaster , or a bad thing , it ’ s part of football for the age , for the normal situation and the circumstances . ''
Napoli 's Kalidou Koulibaly is among City 's list of targets , though at 29 , may not represent the best option for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ John Stones would be able to fill the void left by Kompany 's departure , but the England ace has failed to be a success in the role , and could now leave in the coming months .
As well as a central defender , left-back has also been somewhat of a problem area for City .
Benjamin Mendy , Angelino and Oleksandr Zinchenko have all featured there this season , but none have entirely convinced .
Guardiola could now rival Chelsea for a move for Leicester 's Ben Chilwell , who is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is Bournemouth 's Nathan Ake , who can play in both the centre and on the left of defence .
City are reported to have held preliminary talks over a potential transfer , but much could depend on whether Ake could be acquired at a cut price if Bournemouth are relegated .
Replacing David Silva looks to be providing Guardiola with the biggest quandary , but he has other players at his disposal who could at least cover the Spaniard 's loss in the short-term .
Sergio Aguero 's contract could also force @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but it 's not an immediate concern .
He has eyes on Borussia Dortmund 's Erling Haaland , but is prepared to wait another season before deciding whether to make a big-money move for the youngster .
Instead landing another winger as an alternative option is priority , following the departure of Leroy Sane to Bayern Munich .
Wolves ' Adama Traore has impressed Guardiola this season - largely thanks to the manner of his performance against City earlier in the campaign .
He would also be interested in a switch , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ price tag on him to ward off outside interest , which could put City off .
Perhaps more crucially though for City is that by overturning the ban , their top stars are now open to staying at the club .
There were fears Raheem Sterling may look to seek pastures new in Spain , but he is now likely to stick around , while City will offer a new long-term contract to Kevin De Bruyne to keep him at The Etihad .
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City have won their appeal against the two-year Champions League ban handed down by UEFA after the Court of Arbitration for Sport reduced their punishment to a £10million fine
What Man City's Champions League let off means for club's summer transfer plans
Man City's successful appeal against their Champions League ban has given Pep Guardiola the green light to press ahead with his summer transfer plans.
The City boss has already admitted the club need to invest in their squad in the upcoming window to give themselves the best chance of competing with rivals Liverpool next season.
While the ban would not necessarily have affected their ability to spend, it would have no doubt reduced the size of the kitty available, and targets may have thought twice about joining without the prospect of European football.
Now though, Guardiola has few obstacles in his way, and City can use their riches to capitalise on a market hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.
Key to his strategy will be the replace some of the old guard, with a central defender top of their list, as other stars have entered their twilight years.
“Some players have to be replaced,” Guardiola said earlier this month.
Image: AFP/Getty Images) AFP/Getty Images)
“In some areas we will have to do this, not for the lack of quality, but for the absence of Vinny [Kompany] and David [Silva], while Fernandinho and Sergio [Aguero] have one year left on their contracts.
“I don’t know if they will extend or not. Some players have to be replaced.
“But it’s not a disaster, or a bad thing, it’s part of football for the age, for the normal situation and the circumstances."
Napoli's Kalidou Koulibaly is among City's list of targets, though at 29, may not represent the best option for the club's future.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
City had hoped John Stones would be able to fill the void left by Kompany's departure, but the England ace has failed to be a success in the role, and could now leave in the coming months.
As well as a central defender, left-back has also been somewhat of a problem area for City.
Benjamin Mendy, Angelino and Oleksandr Zinchenko have all featured there this season, but none have entirely convinced.
Guardiola could now rival Chelsea for a move for Leicester's Ben Chilwell, who is valued at around £50million.
One alternative is Bournemouth's Nathan Ake, who can play in both the centre and on the left of defence.
City are reported to have held preliminary talks over a potential transfer, but much could depend on whether Ake could be acquired at a cut price if Bournemouth are relegated.
Replacing David Silva looks to be providing Guardiola with the biggest quandary, but he has other players at his disposal who could at least cover the Spaniard's loss in the short-term.
Sergio Aguero's contract could also force Guardiola into the market for a striker, but it's not an immediate concern.
He has eyes on Borussia Dortmund's Erling Haaland, but is prepared to wait another season before deciding whether to make a big-money move for the youngster.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Instead landing another winger as an alternative option is priority, following the departure of Leroy Sane to Bayern Munich.
Wolves ' Adama Traore has impressed Guardiola this season - largely thanks to the manner of his performance against City earlier in the campaign.
He would also be interested in a switch, though Wolves have already slapped a £70million price tag on him to ward off outside interest, which could put City off.
Perhaps more crucially though for City is that by overturning the ban, their top stars are now open to staying at the club.
There were fears Raheem Sterling may look to seek pastures new in Spain, but he is now likely to stick around, while City will offer a new long-term contract to Kevin De Bruyne to keep him at The Etihad.
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thedailymirror--2020-07-13--Victoria Beckham 'designing a wedding dress for Brooklyn's fiancée Nicola Peltz'

Victoria Beckham is said to be designing one of the wedding dresses for Brooklyn 's fiancée Nicola Peltz .
Brooklyn , 21 , and Nicola , 25 , have planned two lavish wedding ceremonies after news of their engagement was broken by the Mirror .
Fashion designer Victoria , 46 , is already designing one of the bridal dresses for the special occasions set to take place .
Also , it emerged the fashion guru weighed in on the design of the $ 200,000 engagement ring Brooklyn proposed with two weeks ago .
This Morning 's Hollywood reporter addressed the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brooklyn 's wedding on Monday 's show .
He said : `` Victoria is getting involved .
She is said to be designing one of the wedding dresses for the big two ceremonies .
`` Also , she weighed in on the design of the engagement ring . ''
Newly engaged Brooklyn went public with his happy news on Instagram over the weekend .
The famous offspring pledged to be the best husband and the best dad in the future in a public love letter to Nicola .
He wrote : `` Two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ marry me and she said yes .
`` I am the luckiest man in the world .
I promise to be the best husband and the best daddy one day .
I love you baby . ''
His famous parents Victoria and David have given their public seal of approval .
They shared well wishes for the couple on their own Instagram pages .
Victoria wrote : `` The MOST exciting news !
!
We could not be happier that @ brooklynbeckham and @ nicolaannepeltz are getting married !
`` Wishing you so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
We all love you both so much x @ davidbeckham @ romeobeckham @ cruzbeckham # HarperSeven . ''
David wrote : `` Congratulations to these two beautiful people .
As they begin this exciting journey together we are so so happy for you guys . ''
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Already Victoria Beckham is said to be on board to design one of the wedding dresses for her son Brooklyn's fiancée Nicola Peltz ahead of their two weddings
Victoria Beckham is said to be designing one of the wedding dresses for Brooklyn's fiancée Nicola Peltz.
Brooklyn, 21, and Nicola, 25, have planned two lavish wedding ceremonies after news of their engagement was broken by the Mirror.
Fashion designer Victoria, 46, is already designing one of the bridal dresses for the special occasions set to take place.
Also, it emerged the fashion guru weighed in on the design of the $200,000 engagement ring Brooklyn proposed with two weeks ago.
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This Morning's Hollywood reporter addressed the rumours circulating around the hot topic of Brooklyn's wedding on Monday's show.
He said: "Victoria is getting involved. She is said to be designing one of the wedding dresses for the big two ceremonies.
"Also, she weighed in on the design of the engagement ring."
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Newly engaged Brooklyn went public with his happy news on Instagram over the weekend.
The famous offspring pledged to be the best husband and the best dad in the future in a public love letter to Nicola.
He wrote: "Two weeks ago I asked my soulmate to marry me and she said yes.
Image: brooklynbeckham /Instagram) brooklynbeckham /Instagram)
"I am the luckiest man in the world. I promise to be the best husband and the best daddy one day. I love you baby."
His famous parents Victoria and David have given their public seal of approval.
They shared well wishes for the couple on their own Instagram pages.
Victoria wrote: "The MOST exciting news!! We could not be happier that @brooklynbeckham and @nicolaannepeltz are getting married!
"Wishing you so much love and a lifetime of happiness. We all love you both so much x @davidbeckham @romeobeckham @cruzbeckham #HarperSeven."
David wrote: "Congratulations to these two beautiful people. As they begin this exciting journey together we are so so happy for you guys."
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thedailymirror--2020-07-13--Gang of '100 teen animals' terrorise estate 'kicking lumps out of each other'

A 100-strong gang of teenagers took over a quiet estate on Sunday night and were seen `` kicking lumps '' out of each other .
Footage shows the group , reportedly led by girls , marauding around as they terrorised the area .
One eyewitness said he quickly warned parents if their children were out to get them in and safe as soon as possible .
A video taken between the estates of Berrick and Ormond near Swords Manor in Dublin was recorded at around 9pm .
In the footage obtained by Dublin Live , the person behind the recording @ @ @ @ @ @ @ adding that there is a `` ton '' of them .
They can be heard saying : `` Look at these lot killing each other .
They 're all over the road , the wallies .
`` There 's tonnes of them .
Animals , kicking lumps out of each other . ''
Another concerned resident added : `` I sent out a text warning parents that if anyone had teenagers hanging around to try and get them in .
`` There was about 100 teens who were after kicking lumps out of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` Apparently a group of about 100 were between one of the parts of the estate .
`` They were walking all over the road and they were drinking too I think .
`` I 've lived in the area my whole life and I 've never seen any of these kids before .
`` I called the Gardai myself but I fear that there will be more scenes like this '' .
Gardai has been contacted about this incident .

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Footage shows the huge group marauding around the streets. Witnesses say they were drinking and kicking lumps out of each other at around 9pm on Sunday in the Irish capital Dublin
Gang of '100 teen animals' terrorise estate 'kicking lumps out of each other'
A 100-strong gang of teenagers took over a quiet estate on Sunday night and were seen "kicking lumps" out of each other.
Footage shows the group, reportedly led by girls, marauding around as they terrorised the area.
One eyewitness said he quickly warned parents if their children were out to get them in and safe as soon as possible.
A video taken between the estates of Berrick and Ormond near Swords Manor in Dublin was recorded at around 9pm.
In the footage obtained by Dublin Live, the person behind the recording describes the gangs as "animals" adding that there is a "ton" of them.
They can be heard saying: "Look at these lot killing each other. They're all over the road, the wallies.
"There's tonnes of them. Animals, kicking lumps out of each other."
Another concerned resident added: "I sent out a text warning parents that if anyone had teenagers hanging around to try and get them in.
"There was about 100 teens who were after kicking lumps out of each other."
And another added: "Apparently a group of about 100 were between one of the parts of the estate.
"They were walking all over the road and they were drinking too I think.
"I've lived in the area my whole life and I've never seen any of these kids before.
"I called the Gardai myself but I fear that there will be more scenes like this".
Gardai has been contacted about this incident.


thedailymirror--2020-07-13--Five of the best Barry Geraghty winners after he retires aged 40

Legendary jockey Barry Geraghty 's name will be missing from the racecard at Cheltenham this year after he announced his retirement at the age of 40 .
The Festival 's leading rider with 43 winners called it a day at a special gathering for friends and family in his native Ireland over the weekend .
Geraghty said he knew it would be his last Cheltenham in March and had hoped to sign off at the end of the season , but it was cut short in the coronavirus pandemic .
Over the years , his 1,920 winners included two Cheltenham @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Monty 's Pass .
He was JP McManus ' number one rider and celebrated 121 successes at Grade One level .
Geraghty 's first triumph came in January 1997 and after more than 10,715 rides , his last win was on Saint Roi in the 2020 County Hurdle .
Five of the best horses Barry Geraghty rode in his stellar career : Geraghty took the reins on the chasing great in all but two of his starts over obstacles .
Exceptionally talented , he won 26 races from 44 outings , including @ @ @ @ @ @ @ On his day , Moscow Flyer was hard to beat and his 2004 Tingle Creek victory over top rivals Azertyuiop and Well Chief is still regarded as one of National Hunt racing 's best .
But for the odd jumping blemish , which saw him part company with Geraghty on five occasions , his amazing race record would be better still .
In the 2004/05 season , the top duo completed the King George and Gold Cup double .
The following season , Tom Taaffe 's star won the Boxing Day showpiece again @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Sandown .
Geraghty rode Kicking King in 26 of his 28 races , which won connections more than £800,000 in prize money .
The chaser now spends his days at the Irish National Stud with fellow retired heroes Hurricane Fly , Beef Or Salmon , Hardy Eustace and Rite Of Passage .
In one of the great Cheltenham Festival battles , Iris 's Gift halted Baracouda 's hat-trick bid in the 2004 Stayers ' Hurdle .
The French raider had beaten the then novice 12 months earlier , but this time it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grey to take the limelight .
Iris 's Gift and Geraghty also won at Aintree in consecutive years .
A jumps legend like his rider , the 'black aeroplane ' completed the rare treble of Cheltenham , Aintree and Punchestown wins in 2013 .
Geraghty partnered the fans ' favourite to the successes in just six weeks , but after that his career was stalled by a heart problem .
Nicky Henderson and vets managed to get him back to full health and in the 2015/16 season , much to the delight of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Champion Chase .
Slick and low at his hurdles , Buveur D'Air was often able to manoeuvre himself and Geraghty into a challenging position in their races .
The rider was in the saddle for his second and hard fought Champion Hurdle triumph in 2018 , with just a neck to spare over the Willie Mullins-trained Melon .
They teamed up for four other Grade One wins too , but their last outing in November 2019 unfortunately did not go to plan .
Buveur D'Air picked up an freak foot injury which has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

Barry Geraghty spent 24 years in the saddle, celebrating 43 Cheltenham Festival successes and 121 Grade Ones. JP McManus' number one jockey retired aged 40
Barry Geraghty's top horses include Gold Cup and Cheltenham winners as he retires at 40
Legendary jockey Barry Geraghty's name will be missing from the racecard at Cheltenham this year after he announced his retirement at the age of 40.
The Festival's leading rider with 43 winners called it a day at a special gathering for friends and family in his native Ireland over the weekend.
Geraghty said he knew it would be his last Cheltenham in March and had hoped to sign off at the end of the season, but it was cut short in the coronavirus pandemic.
Over the years, his 1,920 winners included two Cheltenham Gold Cups and the 2003 Grand National on Monty's Pass.
He was JP McManus' number one rider and celebrated 121 successes at Grade One level.
Geraghty's first triumph came in January 1997 and after more than 10,715 rides, his last win was on Saint Roi in the 2020 County Hurdle.
Five of the best horses Barry Geraghty rode in his stellar career:
Moscow Flyer
Image: Getty) Getty)
Geraghty took the reins on the chasing great in all but two of his starts over obstacles.
Exceptionally talented, he won 26 races from 44 outings, including two renewals of the Champion Chase.
On his day, Moscow Flyer was hard to beat and his 2004 Tingle Creek victory over top rivals Azertyuiop and Well Chief is still regarded as one of National Hunt racing's best.
But for the odd jumping blemish, which saw him part company with Geraghty on five occasions, his amazing race record would be better still.
Kicking King
Image: Getty) Getty)
In the 2004/05 season, the top duo completed the King George and Gold Cup double.
The following season, Tom Taaffe's star won the Boxing Day showpiece again, when it was transferred from Kempton to Sandown.
Geraghty rode Kicking King in 26 of his 28 races, which won connections more than £800,000 in prize money.
The chaser now spends his days at the Irish National Stud with fellow retired heroes Hurricane Fly, Beef Or Salmon, Hardy Eustace and Rite Of Passage.
Iris's Gift
Image: PA) PA)
In one of the great Cheltenham Festival battles, Iris's Gift halted Baracouda's hat-trick bid in the 2004 Stayers' Hurdle.
The French raider had beaten the then novice 12 months earlier, but this time it was the turn of Jonjo O'Neill's grey to take the limelight.
Iris's Gift and Geraghty also won at Aintree in consecutive years.
Sprinter Sacre
Image: PA) PA)
A jumps legend like his rider, the 'black aeroplane' completed the rare treble of Cheltenham, Aintree and Punchestown wins in 2013.
Geraghty partnered the fans' favourite to the successes in just six weeks, but after that his career was stalled by a heart problem.
Nicky Henderson and vets managed to get him back to full health and in the 2015/16 season, much to the delight of the crowd, he won his second Champion Chase.
Buveur D'Air
Image: PA) PA)
Slick and low at his hurdles, Buveur D'Air was often able to manoeuvre himself and Geraghty into a challenging position in their races.
The rider was in the saddle for his second and hard fought Champion Hurdle triumph in 2018, with just a neck to spare over the Willie Mullins-trained Melon.
They teamed up for four other Grade One wins too, but their last outing in November 2019 unfortunately did not go to plan.
Buveur D'Air picked up an freak foot injury which has kept him on the sidelines ever since.


thedailymirror--2020-07-13--Arteta responds to Mourinho comment after north London derby defeat

Mikel Arteta has thanked Jose Mourinho for pointing out he has made great progress at Arsenal , despite Sunday 's defeat .
The Gunners were beaten 2-1 by Tottenham in this weekend 's north London derby , with goals from Son Heung-min and Toby Alderweireld cancelling out Alexandre Lacazette 's sensational opening strike .
Mourinho hailed his side 's attitude following the comeback , but reserved praise for Arteta , pointing out the Gunners boss has done a good job since taking over from Unai Emery .
In response , Arteta said : `` Thank you , I can see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well and look , he wins again , you know .
`` It 's two completely different styles and he manages really , really well .
`` He has a really good team behind him and I said before in the press conference that I believe he always finds a way to win .
`` When I give it to him I feel bad , but congratulations to them , they got the points today and we will move forwards . ''
On coming away from the derby with nothing , Arteta added @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and really sorry for the boys first .
`` The way they played today and the personality they showed today , to come into this ground and show who we are , to nullify the opponents and press them high , forcing them to kick the ball long and defend in a low block .
`` That 's exactly what we wanted to do .
But obviously , if you give the two goals away that we have given against these players , it is very difficult to win a derby . ''
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Arsenal lost 2-1 in this weekend's north London derby, with goals from Son Heung-min and Toby Alderweireld cancelling out Alexandre Lacazette's sensational opening strike
Mikel Arteta has thanked Jose Mourinho for pointing out he has made great progress at Arsenal, despite Sunday's defeat.
The Gunners were beaten 2-1 by Tottenham in this weekend's north London derby, with goals from Son Heung-min and Toby Alderweireld cancelling out Alexandre Lacazette's sensational opening strike.
Mourinho hailed his side's attitude following the comeback, but reserved praise for Arteta,pointing out the Gunners boss has done a good job since taking over from Unai Emery.
In response, Arteta said: "Thank you, I can see what he's trying to do as well and look, he wins again, you know.
"It's two completely different styles and he manages really, really well.
Image: Sky Sports) Sky Sports)
"He has a really good team behind him and I said before in the press conference that I believe he always finds a way to win.
"When I give it to him I feel bad, but congratulations to them, they got the points today and we will move forwards."
On coming away from the derby with nothing, Arteta added: "I am disappointed and frustrated and really sorry for the boys first.
Image: PA) PA)
"The way they played today and the personality they showed today, to come into this ground and show who we are, to nullify the opponents and press them high, forcing them to kick the ball long and defend in a low block.
"That's exactly what we wanted to do. But obviously, if you give the two goals away that we have given against these players, it is very difficult to win a derby."
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thedailymirror--2020-07-13--Three ambulance crews attacked on duty with two paramedics needing treatment

Three ambulance crews faced such serious violence over the weekend that two paramedics needed hospital attention .
The `` violent '' alleged assaults took place against North East Ambulance Service ( NEAS ) staff as they tried to treat patients over the weekend .
During one incident in Blyth , ambulance workers were forced to shelter in the back of their van with a patient who required treatment , as the assailant allegedly attacked the vehicle with bricks , the NEAS said .
At another incident in South Shields , a patient allegedly became `` physically violent '' in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
NEAS alleged drugs and alcohol were a `` significant factor '' in each incident and shared shocking images showing the damage to one vehicle .
In South Hetton , Co. Durham a technician was allegedly `` kicked and punched '' and later required hospital treatment to check for internal injuries , after they became unwell .
NFAS revealed photos of the damage to the emergency vehicles .
One showed a block of bricks appeared to have been thrown into one ambulance in Blyth , Northumberland , smashing its window .
Another image @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the side of the vehicle .
All three crews were in Northumberland and Durham , and the incidents resulted in the vital ambulances having to be taken off the road .
NEAS took to social media to condemn the incidents this morning , posting the photos and saying : `` The attacks put two members of staff in hospital and two ambulances are now off the road in need of extensive repairs .
`` All three incidents are now in the hands of our police colleagues .
`` Our staff are here to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ abused by them .
Incidents like these will not be tolerated . ''
Deputy chief executive Paul Liversidge condemned the `` appalling and despicable '' violence , he said : `` We are seeing an increasing and very worrying trend of violence towards ambulance crews and other healthcare professionals .
`` The NHS and NEAS has been under an enormous amount of pressure and strain dealing with coronavirus for the last four months .
`` Our crews and staff are tired and I am concerned for the longer-term implications of this pandemic on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ staff to have been put under such an enormous pressure on Saturday night because of an increase in drink and drug related calls has become a real concern .
`` The acts of a foolish minority have now spilled over to violence and these people need to be swiftly and appropriately dealt with so that they do not put any others of my staff in any danger . ''
Mr Liversidge said the attacks put two paramedics in hospital , and doctors were so concerned for the injuries of one he had to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ home .
He told Chronicle Live : “ These were appalling and despicable attacks against our staff who had responded to 999 calls for help ; in one case because a man was considered to have an immediate threat to his life and needed urgent medical care .
“ In this case , the patient became threatening and violent towards our staff and they were only protected by the good fortune of passing by a police station , where they were able to stop and run in for help.
” Speaking a week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chest during a 999 call in the West Midlands , Mr Liversidge added : “ We are seeing an increasing and very worrying trend of violence towards ambulance crews and other healthcare professionals.
” The ambulance service 's crews already use CCTV on board vehicles and body-worn cameras are being introduced into the service following a successful pilot last year .
NEAS said police forces in Northumbria and Durham have arrested suspects in relation to all three assaults .
A Northumbria Police spokesman said Luke Gallagher , 28 , of Seaton Delaval , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worker , common assault , criminal damage and obstructing or resisting a police officer in execution of duty .
He appeared before magistrates in Bedlington today and is due to appear at Newcastle Crown Court on August 10 , police added .
Alan Palin , 66 , of Boldon Colliery , was charged with assault of an emergency worker , criminal damage and threatening behaviour .
He is due to appear before magistrates in South Tyneside on August 25 , police added .

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One paramedic from the North East Ambulance Service was so badly hurt in the alleged attack he had to spend a night in hospital, as health bosses condemn 'appalling violence' against crews
Three ambulance crews attacked on duty with two paramedics left needing treatment
Three ambulance crews faced such serious violence over the weekend that two paramedics needed hospital attention.
The "violent" alleged assaults took place against North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) staff as they tried to treat patients over the weekend.
During one incident in Blyth, ambulance workers were forced to shelter in the back of their van with a patient who required treatment, as the assailant allegedly attacked the vehicle with bricks, the NEAS said.
At another incident in South Shields, a patient allegedly became "physically violent" in the back of the ambulance and damaged equipment.
NEAS alleged drugs and alcohol were a "significant factor" in each incident and shared shocking images showing the damage to one vehicle.
Image: North East Ambulance Service) North East Ambulance Service)
In South Hetton, Co. Durham a technician was allegedly "kicked and punched" and later required hospital treatment to check for internal injuries, after they became unwell.
NFAS revealed photos of the damage to the emergency vehicles.
One showed a block of bricks appeared to have been thrown into one ambulance in Blyth, Northumberland, smashing its window.
Another image shows the gaping hole left behind in the side of the vehicle.
All three crews were in Northumberland and Durham, and the incidents resulted in the vital ambulances having to be taken off the road.
NEAS took to social media to condemn the incidents this morning, posting the photos and saying: "The attacks put two members of staff in hospital and two ambulances are now off the road in need of extensive repairs.
"All three incidents are now in the hands of our police colleagues.
"Our staff are here to help the public, not to be abused by them. Incidents like these will not be tolerated."
Deputy chief executive Paul Liversidge condemned the "appalling and despicable" violence, he said: "We are seeing an increasing and very worrying trend of violence towards ambulance crews and other healthcare professionals.
"The NHS and NEAS has been under an enormous amount of pressure and strain dealing with coronavirus for the last four months.
"Our crews and staff are tired and I am concerned for the longer-term implications of this pandemic on their mental health.
"For our staff to have been put under such an enormous pressure on Saturday night because of an increase in drink and drug related calls has become a real concern.
"The acts of a foolish minority have now spilled over to violence and these people need to be swiftly and appropriately dealt with so that they do not put any others of my staff in any danger."
Mr Liversidge said the attacks put two paramedics in hospital, and doctors were so concerned for the injuries of one he had to stay in hospital overnight before being discharged home.
He told Chronicle Live: “These were appalling and despicable attacks against our staff who had responded to 999 calls for help; in one case because a man was considered to have an immediate threat to his life and needed urgent medical care.
“In this case, the patient became threatening and violent towards our staff and they were only protected by the good fortune of passing by a police station, where they were able to stop and run in for help.”
Speaking a week after a paramedic was stabbed in the chest during a 999 call in the West Midlands, Mr Liversidge added: “We are seeing an increasing and very worrying trend of violence towards ambulance crews and other healthcare professionals.”
The ambulance service's crews already use CCTV on board vehicles and body-worn cameras are being introduced into the service following a successful pilot last year.
NEAS said police forces in Northumbria and Durham have arrested suspects in relation to all three assaults.
A Northumbria Police spokesman said Luke Gallagher, 28, of Seaton Delaval, has been charged with assault of emergency worker, common assault, criminal damage and obstructing or resisting a police officer in execution of duty.
He appeared before magistrates in Bedlington today and is due to appear at Newcastle Crown Court on August 10, police added.
Alan Palin, 66, of Boldon Colliery, was charged with assault of an emergency worker, criminal damage and threatening behaviour.
He is due to appear before magistrates in South Tyneside on August 25, police added.


thedailymirror--2020-07-13--Unison chief Dave Prentis to retire after 20 years at top of UK's largest union

The leader of the UK 's largest trade union is to step down at the end of the year , after 20 years in the top job .
Dave Prentis , who has been general secretary of Unison since 2001 , will retire at the end of December .
A timetable for electing his successor will be announced in the coming weeks .
Mr Prentis said : “ I ’ ve been so proud to serve as UNISON general secretary for 20 years .
`` It ’ s been the honour and privilege of my life to be able to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ across our four nations , and never more so than in the last few difficult months . ''
He said : “ Every day for the past 47 years , I ’ ve been proud to serve this union .
`` I have always been driven by a belief in fairness and justice for all our members , especially in the past five months when they and our public services have risen to the many challenges posed by the pandemic .
“ As the health crisis turns to an economic crisis , I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UNISON until the end of this year . ''
He added : `` There ’ s much still to do – holding the government to account for its handling of the pandemic , ensuring proper funding for our public services and a decent pay rise for all their hardworking employees.
” Former Home Secretary Jacqui Smith responded to the announcement on Twitter , saying : `` You ’ ve done a great job .
Very much enjoyed working with you as a Minister ( even if we didn ’ t always agree !
@ @ @

Mr Prentis has been General Secretary of Unison since 2001 - and will retire at the end of December
Unison chief Dave Prentis to step down after 20 years at top of UK's largest union
The leader of the UK's largest trade union is to step down at the end of the year, after 20 years in the top job.
Dave Prentis, who has been general secretary of Unison since 2001, will retire at the end of December.
A timetable for electing his successor will be announced in the coming weeks.
Mr Prentis said: “I’ve been so proud to serve as UNISON general secretary for 20 years.
"It’s been the honour and privilege of my life to be able to represent our incredible public service workers from across our four nations, and never more so than in the last few difficult months."
Image: Daily Mirror) Daily Mirror)
He said: “Every day for the past 47 years, I’ve been proud to serve this union.
"I have always been driven by a belief in fairness and justice for all our members, especially in the past five months when they and our public services have risen to the many challenges posed by the pandemic.
“As the health crisis turns to an economic crisis, I will be here to continue to lead UNISON until the end of this year."
He added: "There’s much still to do – holding the government to account for its handling of the pandemic, ensuring proper funding for our public services and a decent pay rise for all their hardworking employees.”
Former Home Secretary Jacqui Smith responded to the announcement on Twitter, saying: "You’ve done a great job. Very much enjoyed working with you as a Minister (even if we didn’t always agree!)."
Labour leader Keir Starmer tweeted: "I want to thank you for your many years of outstanding leadership and for admirably representing our heroic frontline workers during the coronavirus crisis.
"I know you will always contribute to our movement and that we will continue to campaign together."


thedailymirror--2020-07-13--How Man City are set to profit from Champions League decision despite €10m fine

Manchester City are set to make a small profit despite being hit with a €10million ( £8.9m ) fine after their Champions League ban was overturned .
Pep Guardiola 's Citizens were facing a two-year ban from all European competitions prior to the ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport ( CAS ) on Monday .
But City will now be allowed to play in the Champions League next season , much to the relief of the club and it 's supporters .
Manchester City were also facing a €30million ( £26.7m ) fine , but CAS confirmed that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ €10m .
And the good news does n't stop there , where City are concerned .
Every club that qualifies for the Champions League group stages receives €15m ( £13.4m ) .
Guardiola 's Manchester City have already qualified for the Champions League next season due to their position in the Premier League , meaning they 're set to make a profit €5m despite their fine .
A club statement read : `` Whilst Manchester City and its legal advisors are yet to review the full ruling by the Court of Arbitration for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ welcomes the implications of today 's ruling as a validation of the Club 's position and the body of evidence that it was able to present .
`` The Club wishes to thank the panel members for their diligence and the due process that they administered . ''
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Pep Guardiola's Man City were facing a two-year ban from all European competitions, but the club will now be allowed to play in the Champions League next season
How Man City are set to profit from Champions League decision despite €10m fine
Manchester City are set to make a small profit despite being hit with a €10million (£8.9m) fine after their Champions League ban was overturned.
Pep Guardiola's Citizens were facing a two-year ban from all European competitions prior to the ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Monday.
But City will now be allowed to play in the Champions League next season, much to the relief of the club and it's supporters.
Manchester City were also facing a €30million (£26.7m) fine, but CAS confirmed that this has now been reduced to just €10m.
And the good news doesn't stop there, where City are concerned.
Image: ANDY RAIN/EPA-EFE/REX) ANDY RAIN/EPA-EFE/REX)
Every club that qualifies for the Champions League group stages receives €15m (£13.4m).
Guardiola's Manchester City have already qualified for the Champions League next season due to their position in the Premier League, meaning they're set to make a profit €5m despite their fine.
City discovered their fate on Monday.
Image: PA) PA)
A club statement read: "Whilst Manchester City and its legal advisors are yet to review the full ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), the Club welcomes the implications of today's ruling as a validation of the Club's position and the body of evidence that it was able to present.
"The Club wishes to thank the panel members for their diligence and the due process that they administered."
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thedailymirror--2020-07-13--Charlotte Crosby and Sophie Kasaei unrecognisable as they head to luxe villa

Charlotte Crosby and Sophie Kasaei look worlds away from their original Geordie Shore style as they head off for a month of partying..
The 30-year-old reality TV pals - who rose to fame on the wild MTV show in 2011 - were spotted loading up their vehicles with stacks of suitcases ahead of a trip to Ibiza , and seeing them side by side highlighted just how much the two women have evolved throughout the years .
In the photos , Sophie showed off her toned figure in a pair of pink cycling shorts teamed with a matching vest and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cute figure in white flared jeans teamed with a chocolate brown vest .
The girls ensured their hair was holiday ready by having extensions glued in , and they both sported a bronze glow .
Charlotte and Sophie looked excited as they chatted whilst loading up the car and it is no surprise that the pair were buzzing to get away as they are staying at a luxury villa on the White Isle .
The reason for the trip is so that Charlotte can shoot content for fashion brand In The Style - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ And fans have been able to catch a glimpse of where the clothing brand ambassador will be staying - alongside Billie Faiers and Jacqueline Jossa - because the online retailer 's owner Adam Frisby has been sharing snaps of the top-of-the-range abode that they will call home for the trip .
Revealing what is about to go down at the stunning place , Adam told his social media fans on Sunday night : `` Yeah I am in Ibiza for In The Style anyway , we 've got some very exciting guests coming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I 'm speaking like I 'm the host of a show .
`` We have got some special guests coming out and we 're shooting some exciting things for you guys and I ca n't wait to show you . ''
Later on the fashion guru shared video clips of Charlotte arriving to the villa - that boasts epic views , a gorgeous pool , phenomenal lounge areas and plenty of spots for sunbathing .
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Charlotte Crosby and Sophie Kasaei - who have tweaked their looks since finding fame on Geordie Shore - have been spotted loading up stacks of suitcases into a car for a trip to Ibiza
Charlotte Crosby and Sophie Kasaei unrecognisable as they jet off to lavish Ibiza villa
Charlotte Crosby and Sophie Kasaei look worlds away from their original Geordie Shore style as they head off for a month of partying..
The 30-year-old reality TV pals - who rose to fame on the wild MTV show in 2011 - were spotted loading up their vehicles with stacks of suitcases ahead of a trip to Ibiza, and seeing them side by side highlighted just how much the two women have evolved throughout the years.
In the photos, Sophie showed off her toned figure in a pair of pink cycling shorts teamed with a matching vest and chunky trainers, while Charlotte cut a cute figure in white flared jeans teamed with a chocolate brown vest.
Image: TERRY BLACKBURN / BACKGRID) TERRY BLACKBURN / BACKGRID)
The girls ensured their hair was holiday ready by having extensions glued in, and they both sported a bronze glow.
Charlotte and Sophie looked excited as they chatted whilst loading up the car and it is no surprise that the pair were buzzing to get away as they are staying at a luxury villa on the White Isle.
Image: TERRY BLACKBURN / BACKGRID) TERRY BLACKBURN / BACKGRID) Image: charlottegshore/Instagram) charlottegshore/Instagram)
The reason for the trip is so that Charlotte can shoot content for fashion brand In The Style - who she has a range with.
And fans have been able to catch a glimpse of where the clothing brand ambassador will be staying - alongside Billie Faiers and Jacqueline Jossa - because the online retailer's owner Adam Frisby has been sharing snaps of the top-of-the-range abode that they will call home for the trip.
Image: charlottegshore/Instagram) charlottegshore/Instagram)
Revealing what is about to go down at the stunning place, Adam told his social media fans on Sunday night: "Yeah I am in Ibiza for In The Style anyway, we've got some very exciting guests coming out, I don't know why I'm speaking like I'm the host of a show.
"We have got some special guests coming out and we're shooting some exciting things for you guys and I can't wait to show you."
Image: charlottegshore/Instagram) charlottegshore/Instagram)
Later on the fashion guru shared video clips of Charlotte arriving to the villa - that boasts epic views, a gorgeous pool, phenomenal lounge areas and plenty of spots for sunbathing.
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thedailymirror--2020-07-13--Tourist stranded near crater of active volcano with rescuers unable to save him

A tourist is stuck close to the crater of the highest active volcano in Eurasia with rescuers unable to reach him by foot or helicopter .
The 35-year-old man is stranded some 650ft below the rim of giant 15,580ft Klyuchevskaya Sopka in Russia ’ s Kamchatka peninsula .
Spewing volcanic activity and a melting high-altitude glacier is preventing rescuers getting close to the tourist .
A helicopter bid to lower rescuers onto the rim of the volcano so they could climb down to the man had to be aborted due to extreme toxic gas and vapour emissions and atrocious weather @ @ @ @ @ @ @ air , say reports .
A video shows how a separate attempt to climb up to the hiker - whose family name is Tsvetkov , from Vladivostok - failed due to severe rockfalls on the volcano ’ s slopes .
The rescuers radioed back to their base warning that boulders and stones were falling on them - and it would result in certain death if they went further .
It is believed they were agonisingly close to Tsvetkov ’ s position - perhaps as little as 200ft from his sleeping bag .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ There is an ice field with stones above us .
“ It is warming and we are just constantly dodging the falling rocks .
“ Now we are hiding behind a little ridge and going down .
“ Definitely we would be killed if we carry on .
“ The sun is not even fully raised yet .
“ There are no options for us .
“ We ’ re not on a suicide mission here .
“ It will be suicide to keep going.
” The stranded man - who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the active stratovolcano for one week , according to reports .
His legs failed after reaching high altitude , according to reports .
His fellow climber - named Filimonov - climbed down to the nearest village to raise the alarm but was unable to go back up to reach his friend due to a blizzard with wind gusts of up to 100 ft a second .
While it would be a miracle if the man survives , rescuers are working on the assumption that he is still alive .
The Kamchatka Ministry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forced to abort rescue attempts today .
“ Search activities are not possible now due to an increase in temperature , as well as ongoing volcanic activity , mean the glacier located at the top is melting , '' said a statement .
“ Mudflows and powerful rockfalls are constantly observed on the slopes , along the ascent path , which is the only route to the victim ’ s location . ''
Klyuchevskaya Sopka was formed some 6,000 years ago and its first recorded eruption was in 1697 .
Regarded as Russia @ @ @ @ @ @ @ March this year it spewed ash clouds 20,000 ft into the air .
The pair did not inform the authorities before climbing the volcano , said officials .
The volcano is some 4,225 miles east of Moscow .

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Rescuers say it would be a "suicide mission" if they continue trying to dodge falling rocks as they attempt to rescue the 35-year-old man who has been trapped for a week on Klyuchevskaya Sopka
Tourist stranded near crater of active volcano with rescuers unable to save him
A tourist is stuck close to the crater of the highest active volcano in Eurasia with rescuers unable to reach him by foot or helicopter.
The 35-year-old man is stranded some 650ft below the rim of giant 15,580ft Klyuchevskaya Sopka in Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula.
Spewing volcanic activity and a melting high-altitude glacier is preventing rescuers getting close to the tourist.
A helicopter bid to lower rescuers onto the rim of the volcano so they could climb down to the man had to be aborted due to extreme toxic gas and vapour emissions and atrocious weather.
The tourist was spotted from the air, say reports.
Image: @kam.cod.ru) @kam.cod.ru)
A video shows how a separate attempt to climb up to the hiker - whose family name is Tsvetkov, from Vladivostok - failed due to severe rockfalls on the volcano’s slopes.
The rescuers radioed back to their base warning that boulders and stones were falling on them - and it would result in certain death if they went further.
It is believed they were agonisingly close to Tsvetkov’s position - perhaps as little as 200ft from his sleeping bag.
The rescue group leader radioed this dramatic message: “There is an ice field with stones above us.
Image: @iamantipin) @iamantipin)
“It is warming and we are just constantly dodging the falling rocks.
“Now we are hiding behind a little ridge and going down.
“Definitely we would be killed if we carry on.
“This is 100 percent true.
“The sun is not even fully raised yet.
Image: Kamchatskoye Vremya) Kamchatskoye Vremya)
“There are no options for us.
“We’re not on a suicide mission here.
“It will be suicide to keep going.”
The stranded man - who was suffering altitude sickness - has been on the active stratovolcano for one week, according to reports.
His legs failed after reaching high altitude, according to reports.
Image: @kam.cod.ru) @kam.cod.ru)
His fellow climber - named Filimonov - climbed down to the nearest village to raise the alarm but was unable to go back up to reach his friend due to a blizzard with wind gusts of up to 100 ft a second.
While it would be a miracle if the man survives, rescuers are working on the assumption that he is still alive.
The Kamchatka Ministry of Emergencies made clear they had been forced to abort rescue attempts today.
“Search activities are not possible now due to an increase in temperature, as well as ongoing volcanic activity, mean the glacier located at the top is melting," said a statement.
Image: Nikolay Ushakov) Nikolay Ushakov)
“Mudflows and powerful rockfalls are constantly observed on the slopes, along the ascent path, which is the only route to the victim’s location."
Klyuchevskaya Sopka was formed some 6,000 years ago and its first recorded eruption was in 1697.
Regarded as Russia’s most dangerous volcano, in March this year it spewed ash clouds 20,000 ft into the air.
The pair did not inform the authorities before climbing the volcano, said officials.
The volcano is some 4,225 miles east of Moscow.


thedailymirror--2020-07-13--La Liga chief Tebas furious as Man City succeed in European ban appeal

La Liga president Javier Tebas is furious that Manchester City will not be banned from European football after their Champions League ban was overruled .
Tebas is unhappy by the decision to reduce Man City ’ s two-year sanction for breaking Financial Fair Play rules to merely an £8.9million fine .
Pep Guardiola ’ s side will now be allowed to take part in next season ’ s Champions League and eligible for the following year ’ s UEFA competitions .
But Tebas , who has overseen the Spanish league since 2013 , has questioned the role of the Court @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in making such significant rulings .
Tebas told reporters : “ We have to reassess whether the CAS is the appropriate body to which to appeal institutional decisions in football.
” The La Liga boss went on to suggest that the Swiss courts be put in charge of sports legal cases .
He said : “ Switzerland is a country with a great history of arbitration , the CAS is not up to standard.
” Tebas is a longstanding critic of Man City , as well as Paris Saint-Germain , whom he has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and has urged UEFA to clamp down on what he called “ financial doping ” .
The 57-year-old has taken issue with the fact that Man City and PSG are majority owned by government-funded investment groups from Abu Dhabi and Qatar respectively – an arrangement which he argued would be against financial rules in Spain .
Speaking in 2019 , Tebas made the point that neither Real Madrid , whom he supports , nor Barcelona have ever received funding from the state .
“ State-owned clubs present a danger that football has n't @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` They ’ re operating entirely outside of the rules and risk inflating markets to disastrous levels through their financial doping . ''
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The Spanish league's boss has not taken the Court of Arbitration for Sport's verdict well, with City having seen a two-year Champions League ban scrapped
La Liga president Javier Tebas is furious that Manchester City will not be banned from European football after their Champions League ban was overruled.
Tebas is unhappy by the decision to reduce Man City’s two-year sanction for breaking Financial Fair Play rules to merely an £8.9million fine.
Pep Guardiola’s side will now be allowed to take part in next season’s Champions League and eligible for the following year’s UEFA competitions.
But Tebas, who has overseen the Spanish league since 2013, has questioned the role of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in making such significant rulings.
Tebas told reporters: “We have to reassess whether the CAS is the appropriate body to which to appeal institutional decisions in football.”
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
The La Liga boss went on to suggest that the Swiss courts be put in charge of sports legal cases.
He said: “Switzerland is a country with a great history of arbitration, the CAS is not up to standard.”
Tebas is a longstanding critic of Man City, as well as Paris Saint-Germain, whom he has described as dangers to the game, and has urged UEFA to clamp down on what he called “financial doping”.
The 57-year-old has taken issue with the fact that Man City and PSG are majority owned by government-funded investment groups from Abu Dhabi and Qatar respectively – an arrangement which he argued would be against financial rules in Spain.
Speaking in 2019, Tebas made the point that neither Real Madrid, whom he supports, nor Barcelona have ever received funding from the state.
“State-owned clubs present a danger that football hasn't seen before," said Tebas.
"They’re operating entirely outside of the rules and risk inflating markets to disastrous levels through their financial doping."
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thedailymirror--2020-07-13--G4S to cut more than 1,000 jobs as demand for cash deliveries collapses

The GMB union is now in consultation to try and save as many roles as possible .
Paul van der Knaap , managing director of G4S Cash Solutions UK , said : `` Following a review of our cash solutions operational footprint in the UK , we are proposing to reshape the business to better align it with the changing needs of our customers .
“ Regrettably this will result in a reduction in headcount , and today we have entered into a period of consultation with affected staff . ''
Roger Jenkins , GMB National Officer , said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ members and their families .
GMB will fight to the end for every single job . ''
The news , first reported in the Evening Standard , said most of the job cuts would be from among cash handlers as people used less cash and switched to digital payments during coronavirus-led lockdowns .
G4S 's cash saw revenue down 35 % across April and May .
The GMB also warned that this is another step closer to a cashless society , which it claims will cost and damage the lives of the elderly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and medium enterprises .
`` The collapse of cash industry could have a terrible impact on the elderly and most vulnerable and wreak havoc on small and medium enterprises which rely on cash transactions , '' Jenkins said .
Since lockdown , shops have increasingly asked people to avoid using cash wherever possible over Covid-19 transmission fears , while the contactless card payment limit was raised to £45 to help with this .
Combined with a surge in online shopping and the closure of many non-essential businesses , cash use has plummeted .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , it seems people are taking out more money in a single trip when they do visit .
Nationwide 's figures show that in January and February , the average withdrawal was for just over £80 , in March it was close to £100 and between April and June about £120 was taken out each withdrawal .
Nationwide head of payments Mark Nalder said : `` While we ca n't predict the future usage of cash after the outbreak , we can expect to see a steady rise in withdrawals as we begin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But what we do know is that cash represents safety and security to many , particularly in difficult times . ''

Security firm G4S is cuting more than 1,000 jobs - mostly among staff responsible for handling cash - as demand for paper money falls during lockdown
G4S to cut more than 1,000 jobs as demand for cash deliveries collapses
Security firm G4S has announced a restructure putting 1,150 jobs at risk.
The GMB union is now in consultation to try and save as many roles as possible.
Paul van der Knaap, managing director of G4S Cash Solutions UK, said: "Following a review of our cash solutions operational footprint in the UK, we are proposing to reshape the business to better align it with the changing needs of our customers.
“Regrettably this will result in a reduction in headcount, and today we have entered into a period of consultation with affected staff."
Roger Jenkins, GMB National Officer, said: “These cuts are devastating for our members and their families. GMB will fight to the end for every single job."
Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Getty Images/iStockphoto)
The news, first reported in the Evening Standard, said most of the job cuts would be from among cash handlers as people used less cash and switched to digital payments during coronavirus-led lockdowns.
G4S's cash saw revenue down 35% across April and May.
The GMB also warned that this is another step closer to a cashless society, which it claims will cost and damage the lives of the elderly and the vulnerable as well as small and medium enterprises.
"The collapse of cash industry could have a terrible impact on the elderly and most vulnerable and wreak havoc on small and medium enterprises which rely on cash transactions," Jenkins said.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Since lockdown, shops have increasingly asked people to avoid using cash wherever possible over Covid-19 transmission fears, while the contactless card payment limit was raised to £45 to help with this.
Combined with a surge in online shopping and the closure of many non-essential businesses, cash use has plummeted.
But, while ATM use has fallen, it seems people are taking out more money in a single trip when they do visit.
Nationwide's figures show that in January and February, the average withdrawal was for just over £80, in March it was close to £100 and between April and June about £120 was taken out each withdrawal.
Nationwide head of payments Mark Nalder said: "While we can't predict the future usage of cash after the outbreak, we can expect to see a steady rise in withdrawals as we begin to return to normal life.
"But what we do know is that cash represents safety and security to many, particularly in difficult times."


thedailymirror--2020-07-13--Johnny Depp 'took cocaine, vomited & passed out but was rarely drunk'

Johnny Depp 's assistant Stephen Deuters told a court today that the star took cocaine on occasion but rarely got drunk due to his `` strong constitution '' .
The actor , 57 , returned to London 's High Court for a fifth day of his libel case against News Group Newspapers .
Depp is suing NGN over a story published in The Sun in 2018 which branded him a `` wife beater '' - a claim which he strenuously denies .
He finished giving evidence this morning and the judge thanked him for his testimony , before Depp 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stand .
Deuters , who has worked for Depp for 16 years , admitted he had helped Depp get controlled drugs but for the first eight years he had never seen him take anything .
He said Depp took marijuana which was legal in California .
The actor was a registered user and could acquire it legally .
He said Depp had taken cocaine but it was a `` rare occurrence '' .
Shown a photo of Depp apparently collapsed on the floor he said : `` It 's quite distressing to me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ alcohol but `` did not get drunk '' , adding : `` It was almost remarkable .
He had a very strong constitution . ''
Sasha Wass QC , for NGN , read extracts from an email Heard wrote - but did not send - to Depp describing aspects of his behaviour under the influence of drink and drugs Deuters told the court : `` It sounds like an embellishment , '' and Wass then asked : `` Do you recall him ever passing out ? ''
Deuters replayed : `` Yes .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a trailer . ''
When asked if he recalled Depp vomiting , he replied : `` Maybe once or twice . ''
He added the star 's `` consumption [ of alcohol ] could be quite impressive if you will . ''
Deuters also spoke about a flight on private jet from Boston to LA in 2014 during which Heard alleges Depp assaulted her .
The assistant said Depp was very `` introverted '' , `` focussed '' and `` myopic '' , adding : `` He was very quiet . '
Deuters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the opiates the actor was taking at the time .
He did not think Depp had taken cocaine because it would have had the opposite effect .
Deuters said Depp and Heard were sat next to each other .
He could see them but not hear what they were saying .
He said he could tell there was an argument but Heard was the `` animated '' one while Depp was being `` very introverted '' .
He denied he heard Depp screaming obscenities - even though the actor had later admitted it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Paul Bettany .
He recalled Heard getting up and moving away from Depp once .
At one stage she was standing up .
Deuters said he saw Depp raise his leg to attempt to `` playfully '' kick Heard on the bottom with his shoe .
Sasha Wass QC , for NGN then said : `` I suggest that was a proper kick to her back - an assault ? ''
Deuters replied : `` No .
I did n't see that . ''
Deuters said Depp went to the bathroom on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He told the court : `` I remember sitting with him for a minute and he was really quite sad and quite low .
`` He did not want to talk .
He just wanted to do therapy by himself . ''
Deuters added Depp did not display the `` behaviour of a drunkard '' on the flight .
Wass then played a recording of Depp allegedly howling like an animal which she claims was recorded on the flight .
David Sherborne , who is representing Depp , interrupted to tell the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on that flight .
Wass asked : `` Are you able to say if that was Mr Depp 's voice making those sounds ? ''
`` It sounds like it , yes , '' replied Deuters .
Heard claims Depp called her a `` whore '' and a `` slut '' on the plane .
Deuters said he did not hear that .
He told the court Depp 's staff were concerned about his use of opiates but not his drinking or use of cocaine .
The assistant said : `` Our concern @ @ @ @ @ @ @ opiates .
That was our worry .
`` That is what we were wanting to help with . ''
Deuters said he was `` sure '' Depp loved Heard and `` wanted to make the relationship work ... '' Any conflict was upsetting to him . ''
Ms Wass suggested taking a `` cocktail '' of opiates , cocaine , bills and excessive drinking turned Depp into a `` monster ' .
`` I never witnessed it , '' Deuters replied .
`` From his movement and mood it was all very introverted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ever violent towards his ex-wife and has accused her of abusing him during their marriage .
Lawyers for NGN are defending their case based on Heard 's 14 allegations of abuse , which include claims of bust-ups between 2013 and 2016 .
The actor has argued his ex-wife was abusive towards him during the marriage , which collapsed in 2016 .

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Johnny Depp's assistant Stephen Deuters took to the stand as part of the star's libel trial today and told the court the actor took cocaine occasionally but rarely got drunk despite his 'impressive consumption' of alcohol
Johnny Depp took cocaine, vomited and passed out but was rarely drunk, says assistant
Johnny Depp 's assistant Stephen Deuters told a court today that the star took cocaine on occasion but rarely got drunk due to his "strong constitution".
The actor, 57, returned to London's High Court for a fifth day of his libel case against News Group Newspapers.
Depp is suing NGN over a story published in The Sun in 2018 which branded him a "wife beater" - a claim which he strenuously denies.
He finished giving evidence this morning and the judge thanked him for his testimony, before Depp's assistant Deuters was called to take the stand.
Deuters, who has worked for Depp for 16 years, admitted he had helped Depp get controlled drugs but for the first eight years he had never seen him take anything.
He said Depp took marijuana which was legal in California. The actor was a registered user and could acquire it legally.
He said Depp had taken cocaine but it was a "rare occurrence".
Image: Philippe Blet/REX/Shutterstock) Philippe Blet/REX/Shutterstock)
Shown a photo of Depp apparently collapsed on the floor he said: "It's quite distressing to me.''
Deuters said Depp did drink alcohol but "did not get drunk", adding: "It was almost remarkable. He had a very strong constitution.''
Sasha Wass QC, for NGN, read extracts from an email Heard wrote - but did not send - to Depp describing aspects of his behaviour under the influence of drink and drugs
Deuters told the court: "It sounds like an embellishment," and Wass then asked: "Do you recall him ever passing out?''
Deuters replayed: "Yes. I have one memory of 2011 in a trailer.''
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When asked if he recalled Depp vomiting, he replied: "Maybe once or twice."
He added the star's "consumption [of alcohol] could be quite impressive if you will."
Deuters also spoke about a flight on private jet from Boston to LA in 2014 during which Heard alleges Depp assaulted her.
The assistant said Depp was very "introverted", "focussed" and "myopic", adding: "He was very quiet.'
Deuters said it would have been due to the opiates the actor was taking at the time.
He did not think Depp had taken cocaine because it would have had the opposite effect.
Image: WireImage) WireImage)
Deuters said Depp and Heard were sat next to each other. He could see them but not hear what they were saying.
He said he could tell there was an argument but Heard was the "animated" one while Depp was being "very introverted".
He denied he heard Depp screaming obscenities - even though the actor had later admitted it in a text to his actor pal Paul Bettany.
He recalled Heard getting up and moving away from Depp once. At one stage she was standing up. Deuters said he saw Depp raise his leg to attempt to "playfully" kick Heard on the bottom with his shoe.
Image: WireImage) WireImage)
Sasha Wass QC, for NGN then said: "I suggest that was a proper kick to her back - an assault?''
Deuters replied: "No. I didn't see that.''
Deuters said Depp went to the bathroom on the plane and was not in good shape.
He told the court: "I remember sitting with him for a minute and he was really quite sad and quite low.
"He did not want to talk. He just wanted to do therapy by himself."
Deuters added Depp did not display the "behaviour of a drunkard" on the flight.
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Wass then played a recording of Depp allegedly howling like an animal which she claims was recorded on the flight.
David Sherborne, who is representing Depp, interrupted to tell the judge he disputed that recording was made on that flight.
Wass asked: "Are you able to say if that was Mr Depp's voice making those sounds?''
"It sounds like it, yes,'' replied Deuters.
Heard claims Depp called her a "whore" and a "slut" on the plane.
Deuters said he did not hear that.
He told the court Depp's staff were concerned about his use of opiates but not his drinking or use of cocaine.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
The assistant said: "Our concern around that time was very specifically the opiates. That was our worry.
"That is what we were wanting to help with.''
Deuters said he was "sure" Depp loved Heard and "wanted to make the relationship work...
"Any conflict was upsetting to him.''
Ms Wass suggested taking a "cocktail" of opiates, cocaine, bills and excessive drinking turned Depp into a "monster'.
"I never witnessed it,'' Deuters replied. "From his movement and mood it was all very introverted.''
Depp has denied he was ever violent towards his ex-wife and has accused her of abusing him during their marriage.
Lawyers for NGN are defending their case based on Heard's 14 allegations of abuse, which include claims of bust-ups between 2013 and 2016.
The actor has argued his ex-wife was abusive towards him during the marriage, which collapsed in 2016.
The case continues.


thedailymirror--2020-07-13--ASOS launch beauty sale with 30% off L'Oreal and NYX - and it starts at £3

Since the lockdown began , many of us have used the extra time indoors to get on top of our beauty regimes .
And thanks to ASOS , shoppers have been able to get their hands on everything - from makeup essentials to new skincare launches - during isolation .
That 's because the popular online retailer 's Face + Body section features a wonderfully curated selection of beauty products from both high-end and budget brands .
With Nars , L'Oreal and the recently-launched Charlotte Tilbury included , there 's bound to be something for everyone .
Those who love @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be pleased to hear that ASOS has just launched a one-week sale across L'Oréal brands - and it 's available now .
There are savings of up to 20 % to be had on skincare , haircare , makeup and more from brands including Maybelline , Garnier and L'Oréal Paris .
Check out some of our top picks below .
Be quick , though , as the discounts are only available until the end of the week .
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Fancy a budget beauty haul? ASOS has launched a sale across L'Oréal brands, so you can stock up on your favourite skincare and makeup products for less
Since the lockdown began, many of us have used the extra time indoors to get on top of our beauty regimes.
And thanks to ASOS, shoppers have been able to get their hands on everything - from makeup essentials to new skincare launches - during isolation.
That's because the popular online retailer's Face + Body section features a wonderfully curated selection of beauty products from both high-end and budget brands. With Nars, L'Oreal and the recently-launched Charlotte Tilbury included, there's bound to be something for everyone.
Those who love nothing more than a beauty bargain will be pleased to hear that ASOS has just launched a one-week sale across L'Oréal brands - and it's available now.
There are savings of up to 20% to be had on skincare, haircare, makeup and more from brands including Maybelline, Garnier and L'Oréal Paris.
Check out some of our top picks below. Be quick, though, as the discounts are only available until the end of the week.
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thedailymirror--2020-07-13--VAT cut explained - everything that will be cheaper from Wednesday

The Government is set to slash VAT on food , drink and even staycations this week to help kickstart the economy and give struggling businesses a boost .
Small and local pubs , restaurants and attractions will charge less tax from Wednesday , with value added tax dropping from 20 % to 5 % for six months .
The cut applies to food and non-alcoholic drinks as well as accommodation and admission to attractions across the UK , such as zoos and cinemas .
Chancellor Sunak said the move is to `` get the sectors moving and to protect jobs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ actually save you and what items will fall in price ?
Value added tax , or VAT , is the tax you have to pay when you buy goods or services .
It 's typically 20 % , though a reduced rate of 5 % applies to some things like children 's car seats and home energy .
VAT does not apply on supermarket food , newspapers and magazines .
Where it does apply , the tax will be included on the price tag .
The Chancellor said the tax cut will apply @ @ @ @ @ @ @ restaurants , cafés and pubs , accommodation in hotels , B & Bs , campsites and caravan sites , as well as cinemas , theme parks and zoos .
What does a six month VAT mean ?
In 2008 , following the financial crash , the Government introduced a 12-month temporary cut on the rate of VAT to 15 % .
The Chancellor is now planning a similar cut from July 15 to January 12 - meaning Brits will get a six month reduction on the levy .
The aim of the cut @ @ @ @ @ @ @ expected to pass the reduction on to customers .
This time around , it will apply to the hospitality and tourism sectors - meaning hotels , days out and food and non-alcoholic drink will be cheaper .
Sunak 's six-month cut for hospitality and tourism is set to cost the government £4.1billion , but the idea is that it will support businesses from collapse , therefore saving the economy and the Government cash in the long term .
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Daniel Lyons , the head of tax policy at accountants Deloitte , said : `` The rate change could mean a range of savings for consumers .
For a pub meal costing £45 without alcohol , a couple could expect to save £5.62 , while a £54.50 one-night stay at a hotel in a family room would see a saving of £6.81 .
`` A family ticket to a theme park or zoo costing £144 could see a saving of nearly £18 . ''
But these savings will only apply @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on .
Traditionally there has been nothing in place to force a business to cut its prices in line with any VAT cut , and some companies may be tempted to pocket the difference themselves .
Full list of businesses where VAT will be cut The VAT rate will be slashed for the hospitality and tourism industries in order to help them bounce back from the coronavirus crisis .
The Treasury said the VAT reduction is expected to save households around £160 a year on average .
It 'll apply on meals out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Alcohol is excluded from the VAT cut , but it will apply to food and non-alcoholic drinks from restaurants , pubs , bars , cafés , including takeaways .
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Sunak announces at cut to VAT on food, accommodation and attractions
Sunak announces at cut to VAT on food, accommodation and attractions
Chancellor Rishi Sunak is cutting VAT on hospitality and tourism from 20% to 5% to help get the British public spending again. This is how it works and what it will mean for you
VAT cut explained - everything that will be cheaper from Wednesday including food
The Government is set to slash VAT on food, drink and even staycations this week to help kickstart the economy and give struggling businesses a boost.
Small and local pubs, restaurants and attractions will charge less tax from Wednesday, with value added tax dropping from 20% to 5% for six months.
The cut applies to food and non-alcoholic drinks as well as accommodation and admission to attractions across the UK, such as zoos and cinemas.
Chancellor Sunak said the move is to "get the sectors moving and to protect jobs", but how much will it actually save you and what items will fall in price?
Value added tax, or VAT, is the tax you have to pay when you buy goods or services. It's typically 20%, though a reduced rate of 5% applies to some things like children's car seats and home energy.
VAT does not apply on supermarket food, newspapers and magazines. Where it does apply, the tax will be included on the price tag.
The Chancellor said the tax cut will apply to eat-in or hot takeaway food from restaurants, cafés and pubs, accommodation in hotels, B&Bs, campsites and caravan sites, as well as cinemas, theme parks and zoos.
What does a six month VAT mean?
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In 2008, following the financial crash, the Government introduced a 12-month temporary cut on the rate of VAT to 15%.
The Chancellor is now planning a similar cut from July 15 to January 12 - meaning Brits will get a six month reduction on the levy.
The aim of the cut is to boost consumer spending with retailers expected to pass the reduction on to customers.
This time around, it will apply to the hospitality and tourism sectors - meaning hotels, days out and food and non-alcoholic drink will be cheaper.
Sunak's six-month cut for hospitality and tourism is set to cost the government £4.1billion, but the idea is that it will support businesses from collapse, therefore saving the economy and the Government cash in the long term.
Get the latest money advice, news and help straight to your inbox - sign up at mirror.co.uk/email
How much will it save me?
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Daniel Lyons, the head of tax policy at accountants Deloitte, said: "The rate change could mean a range of savings for consumers. For a pub meal costing £45 without alcohol, a couple could expect to save £5.62, while a £54.50 one-night stay at a hotel in a family room would see a saving of £6.81.
"A family ticket to a theme park or zoo costing £144 could see a saving of nearly £18."
But these savings will only apply if merchants agree to pass the cut on.
Traditionally there has been nothing in place to force a business to cut its prices in line with any VAT cut, and some companies may be tempted to pocket the difference themselves.
Full list of businesses where VAT will be cut
Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Getty Images/iStockphoto)
The VAT rate will be slashed for the hospitality and tourism industries in order to help them bounce back from the coronavirus crisis.
The Treasury said the VAT reduction is expected to save households around £160 a year on average.
It'll apply on meals out, days out and even theatre shows. Alcohol is excluded from the VAT cut, but it will apply to food and non-alcoholic drinks from restaurants, pubs, bars, cafés, including takeaways.


thedailymirror--2020-07-13--Man live-streams own death on Facebook as dozens watching begged for it to stop

A mental health campaigner devastatingly live-streamed his own death on Facebook as dozens watching begged him to stop .
Popular community champion Jonathan Bailey - who was known as Baz or Bazza - told his social media followers that he intended to take his own life before launching the broadcast .
Distressed users desperately alerted Facebook to what was happening but the live-stream continued .
The 50-year-old was pronounced dead after paramedics were called to reports of a 'medical emergency ' at an address on Larkspur Grove , in Newcastle-under-Lyme , reports StokeonTrentLive .
Now Facebook has come under fire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ saw more than 400 people watching , according to reports .
However , it has emerged that Facebook provided fitness fan Baz with `` support resources '' following his initial post on Saturday afternoon .
The live-stream was later deleted .
The result of any post-mortem examination has not been disclosed .
A Facebook company spokesman said : “ Our thoughts go out to Mr Bailey ’ s family at this difficult time .
`` We can confirm that the live-stream was deleted very soon after being posted and a further post has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s request .
`` We take the responsibility of keeping people safe on our platforms seriously , and we will continue to work closely with experts like The Samaritans to ensure our policies continue to support those in need.
” Baz had set up a Chesterton gym and previously established a Facebook group to try to tackle the scourge of monkey dust plaguing North Staffordshire .
Hundreds of friends and family have paid tribute following the tragedy .
The Samaritans is available 24/7 if you need to talk .
You can contact @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , email jo @ samaritans.org or head to the website to find your nearest branch .
You matter .

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Jonathan Bailey, 50 - who was known as Baz or Bazza - was found dead at an address in Newcastle-under-Lyme after announcing on Facebook he intended to take his own life. The social media giant said the broadcast was deleted "very soon" after being posted
Man live-streams own death on Facebook as dozens watching begged for it to stop
A mental health campaigner devastatingly live-streamed his own death on Facebook as dozens watching begged him to stop.
Popular community champion Jonathan Bailey - who was known as Baz or Bazza - told his social media followers that he intended to take his own life before launching the broadcast.
Distressed users desperately alerted Facebook to what was happening but the live-stream continued.
The 50-year-old was pronounced dead after paramedics were called to reports of a 'medical emergency' at an address on Larkspur Grove, in Newcastle-under-Lyme, reports StokeonTrentLive.
Now Facebook has come under fire for failing to stop the live-stream which saw more than 400 people watching, according to reports.
However, it has emerged that Facebook provided fitness fan Baz with "support resources" following his initial post on Saturday afternoon.
Image: Stoke Sentinel/BPM Media) Stoke Sentinel/BPM Media)
The live-stream was later deleted.
The result of any post-mortem examination has not been disclosed.
A Facebook company spokesman said: “Our thoughts go out to Mr Bailey’s family at this difficult time.
"We can confirm that the live-stream was deleted very soon after being posted and a further post has also now been removed at the family’s request.
Image: Stoke Sentinel/BPM Media) Stoke Sentinel/BPM Media)
"We take the responsibility of keeping people safe on our platforms seriously, and we will continue to work closely with experts like The Samaritans to ensure our policies continue to support those in need.”
Baz had set up a Chesterton gym and previously established a Facebook group to try to tackle the scourge of monkey dust plaguing North Staffordshire.
Hundreds of friends and family have paid tribute following the tragedy.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said: "We were called to reports of a medical emergency at a property on Larkspur Grove.
"Two ambulances, a paramedic officer and the Midlands Air Ambulance attended the scene. We discovered one man in a critical condition.
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"Ambulance staff immediately began administering advanced life support but sadly, despite their best efforts, it became apparent nothing could be done to save him and he was confirmed dead at the scene."
The Samaritans is available 24/7 if you need to talk. You can contact them for free by calling 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org or head to the website to find your nearest branch. You matter.


thedailymirror--2020-07-13--Leading activist says he is in London after fleeing China crackdown in Hong Kong

Pro-democracy activist Nathan Law says he is in London after fleeing Hong Kong amid a crackdown by the Chinese government .
Earlier this month , Mr Law , a leading member of the opposition movement , wrote on Facebook that he had left Hong Kong for an undisclosed location out of concern for his personal safety and that of others .
He announced on Monday - his 27th birthday - that he had taken a night flight to London with only a few belongings in response to Beijing imposing a sweeping security law on the former British colony .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` With my backpack and small luggage in hand , I boarded my night flight .
I had no idea what future awaited me .
Only one thing seemed certain .
My destination : London .
`` Then , just before touching down some 12 hours later , I saw buildings of varying heights beneath a cloudless sky .
`` In this strange land , I began planning for the life ahead of me .
There remains so many uncertainties .
`` Every individual decision we make has broader ramifications .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Thus far I 've kept a low profile on my whereabouts in order to mitigate the risks .
I never had the opportunity to deliberate much before my departure .
`` Perhaps every Hong Konger has lost much of our imagination and ability think big in the face of political upheaval : If we do n't even know if our next protest , next court hearing will be followed by imprisonment , how do we take the long view ? ''
He added : `` These days , I 've been speaking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ apartment at which I currently stay .
`` There 's always one message I have : Hong Kongers will never give up .
We are n't fractured .
`` On the contrary , we 're well-equipped to face the next difficult battle .
`` Thank you for all your kind wishes .
`` As I turn 27 today , I ca n't say I 'm anything but anxious and unsettled .
`` I 'm not one to celebrate my birthday , especially since Liu Xiaobo 's passing on this very day three years @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be cheerful about .
`` My biggest wish is peace to Hong Kongers .
We will keep our city and spirit alive . ''
Mr Law had announced on July 2 that he had left the city , but did not reveal where he had or was travelling to .
He told Reuters earlier this month that the rest of the world should stand up to President Xi Jinping and start to put human rights above financial gain .
Last week , fellow pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong said that Demosisto , a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Wong told Reuters the group took the decision because it was concerned about the safety of its members .
Around the time Mr Law fled Hong Kong , an ex-employee at the British consulate in Hong Kong was granted political asylum in what he believes is the first successful case of its kind involving the former colony .
Simon Cheng , who alleges that he was detained and tortured in China last year , said he hopes his successful application encourages other democracy activists from the semi-autonomous Chinese territory to seek protection @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the city 's protest movement .
Mr Cheng , 29 , also said earlier this month that while he is relieved asylum was granted , he remains worried China `` will take my family members hostage and send more agents to crush down the pro-democracy cause and activities outside of Hong Kong '' .
Beijing imposed a sweeping national security law on the city , bypassing Hong Kong 's legislature in a move that has been condemned by the UK , the US and the European Union , among others .
Critics @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one country , two systems '' framework that guaranteed the territory a high level of autonomy and civil liberties when it reverted from British to Chinese rule 23 years ago .
The UK Government has said that amid widespread concern about the security law and Hong Kong 's future , Britain would extend residency rights for Hong Kongers eligible for British National Overseas passports .
The passports were introduced in the 1980s under colonial rule .
British officials estimate some 2.9 million people are eligible .
However , those born after 1997 can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ student activists at the core of the pro-democracy movement .
China condemned the British move , saying that holders of the BNO passports are Chinese citizens and that the UK had violated a commitment it had made not to grant them the right to stay in Britain .

Nathan Law, one of Hong Kong's most prominent young pro-democracy activists, fled overseas in response to China imposing a sweeping security law on the former British colony
Hong Kong activist Nathan Law says he is in London after fleeing over China crackdown
Pro-democracy activist Nathan Law says he is in London after fleeing Hong Kong amid a crackdown by the Chinese government.
Earlier this month, Mr Law, a leading member of the opposition movement, wrote on Facebook that he had left Hong Kong for an undisclosed location out of concern for his personal safety and that of others.
He announced on Monday - his 27th birthday - that he had taken a night flight to London with only a few belongings in response to Beijing imposing a sweeping security law on the former British colony.
In a series of tweets, he wrote: "With my backpack and small luggage in hand, I boarded my night flight. I had no idea what future awaited me. Only one thing seemed certain. My destination: London.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"Then, just before touching down some 12 hours later, I saw buildings of varying heights beneath a cloudless sky.
"In this strange land, I began planning for the life ahead of me. There remains so many uncertainties.
"Every individual decision we make has broader ramifications. We don't live only for ourselves.
"Thus far I've kept a low profile on my whereabouts in order to mitigate the risks. I never had the opportunity to deliberate much before my departure.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images) Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
"Perhaps every Hong Konger has lost much of our imagination and ability think big in the face of political upheaval: If we don't even know if our next protest, next court hearing will be followed by imprisonment, how do we take the long view?"
He added: "These days, I've been speaking to plenty of reporters from the little apartment at which I currently stay.
"There's always one message I have: Hong Kongers will never give up. We aren't fractured.
"On the contrary, we're well-equipped to face the next difficult battle.
"Thank you for all your kind wishes.
"As I turn 27 today, I can't say I'm anything but anxious and unsettled.
"I'm not one to celebrate my birthday, especially since Liu Xiaobo's passing on this very day three years ago.
"There's not much to be cheerful about.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images) Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
"My biggest wish is peace to Hong Kongers. We will keep our city and spirit alive."
Mr Law had announced on July 2 that he had left the city, but did not reveal where he had or was travelling to.
He told Reuters earlier this month that the rest of the world should stand up to President Xi Jinping and start to put human rights above financial gain.
Last week, fellow pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong said that Demosisto, a group he led, was disbanding.
Mr Wong told Reuters the group took the decision because it was concerned about the safety of its members.
Around the time Mr Law fled Hong Kong, an ex-employee at the British consulate in Hong Kong was granted political asylum in what he believes is the first successful case of its kind involving the former colony.
Simon Cheng, who alleges that he was detained and tortured in China last year, said he hopes his successful application encourages other democracy activists from the semi-autonomous Chinese territory to seek protection in the UK as Beijing clamps down on the city's protest movement.
Mr Cheng, 29, also said earlier this month that while he is relieved asylum was granted, he remains worried China "will take my family members hostage and send more agents to crush down the pro-democracy cause and activities outside of Hong Kong".
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Beijing imposed a sweeping national security law on the city, bypassing Hong Kong's legislature in a move that has been condemned by the UK, the US and the European Union, among others.
Critics say the law effectively ends the "one country, two systems" framework that guaranteed the territory a high level of autonomy and civil liberties when it reverted from British to Chinese rule 23 years ago.
The UK Government has said that amid widespread concern about the security law and Hong Kong's future, Britain would extend residency rights for Hong Kongers eligible for British National Overseas passports.
The passports were introduced in the 1980s under colonial rule. British officials estimate some 2.9 million people are eligible.
However, those born after 1997 cannot apply, leaving out many young student activists at the core of the pro-democracy movement.
China condemned the British move, saying that holders of the BNO passports are Chinese citizens and that the UK had violated a commitment it had made not to grant them the right to stay in Britain.


thedailymirror--2020-07-13--Kate Garraway urges GMB viewers to wear face masks to prevent spread of COVID-19

Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway has urged viewers to wear face masks in public to help halt the spread of coronavirus .
Kate , 52 , revealed last week that husband Derek Draper had emerged from a coma into a `` state of minimum consciousness '' .
He was taken into intensive care back in March with coronavirus , and placed into a coma in early April by doctors .
Derek remains in intensive care after Kate told that he 's now able to open his eyes .
And while his body is free of the bug itself , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Now , after making her GMB return , Kate insisted caution is the best policy - and that she 'd worn a mask in her car on the way to the studio .
`` I 'm exceptionally cautious , '' she explained .
`` It 's better for you and better for the driver . ''
The conversation turned to whether face masks should be a legal requirement in shops , to which Kate replied : `` Maybe it should be a legal requirement . ''
Dr Hilary Jones , GMB 's resident @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would be `` very difficult to police '' , and that `` fighting '' needs to be avoided .
Kate first told that Derek had emerged from a coma in an interview with Hello !
`` I really believe he can hear , '' she said .
`` When medical staff say 'Good morning , Derek ' , he sometimes opens his eyes .
We and the doctors are doing everything we can so that he can start to recover . ''
She added that nurses hold up an iPad to Derek 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 14 , and Billy , 10 , can keep in touch .
Doctors have warned that Derek is still `` critical '' , with Kate 's reps telling that he faces `` a very slow and uncertain path '' to recovery . ''
Kate added : `` The doctors have warned that his condition could persist for years so I have to get on with life whilst we are waiting for him to get better .
`` ... My priority is to make the children feel safe , not to let them see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Derek was my rock . ''
Kate revealed today that she has been keeping a journal of Derek 's recovery , which has helped not only her , but the doctors and nurses keeping up to date on how he has been doing .

Kate suggested that face masks should be a legal requirement while her husband Derek Draper remains in intensive care following his battle with coronavirus
Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway has urged viewers to wear face masks in public to help halt the spread of coronavirus.
Kate, 52, revealed last week that husband Derek Draper had emerged from a coma into a "state of minimum consciousness".
He was taken into intensive care back in March with coronavirus, and placed into a coma in early April by doctors.
Derek remains in intensive care after Kate told that he's now able to open his eyes.
And while his body is free of the bug itself, the damage done has been considerable.
Now, after making her GMB return, Kate insisted caution is the best policy - and that she'd worn a mask in her car on the way to the studio.
Image: ITV) ITV)
"I'm exceptionally cautious," she explained. "It's better for you and better for the driver."
The conversation turned to whether face masks should be a legal requirement in shops, to which Kate replied: "Maybe it should be a legal requirement."
Dr Hilary Jones, GMB's resident medical expert, weighed in that it would be "very difficult to police", and that "fighting" needs to be avoided.
Image: Kate Garraway/Instagram) Kate Garraway/Instagram)
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Kate first told that Derek had emerged from a coma in an interview with Hello!
"I really believe he can hear," she said.
"When medical staff say 'Good morning, Derek', he sometimes opens his eyes. We and the doctors are doing everything we can so that he can start to recover."
Image: Tim Merry) Tim Merry)
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She added that nurses hold up an iPad to Derek's bed so Kate and kids Darcey, 14, and Billy, 10, can keep in touch.
Doctors have warned that Derek is still "critical", with Kate's reps telling that he faces " a very slow and uncertain path" to recovery."
Kate added: "The doctors have warned that his condition could persist for years so I have to get on with life whilst we are waiting for him to get better.
"...My priority is to make the children feel safe, not to let them see me feeling vulnerable in the world where Derek was my rock."
Kate revealed today that she has been keeping a journal of Derek's recovery, which has helped not only her, but the doctors and nurses keeping up to date on how he has been doing.
*Good Morning Britain airs weekdays from 6am on ITV