thedailymirror--2020-02-21--Team GB wheelchair basketball star killed herself days after hospital discharge

A talented wheelchair basketball player who is believed to have taken her own life has been described as an `` inspiration '' .
Morwenna Johnson , 22 , was found lifeless in her hotel room at a Travelodge in the village of Talke in Staffordshire last month .
The sudden death came just days after Morwenna - who played for the Stoke Spitfires wheelchair basketball club and was known as Mo - was discharged from Harplands Hospital .
The fierce sportswoman , who had also represented Team GB and Scotland , was able-bodied when she first joined the club .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ she ended up in a wheelchair at the age of 18 when she suffered a spinal stroke due to a cyst , but continued to play the sport she loved .
Paying tribute , her best friend Emma Johnson told Stoke-on-Trent Live she feels `` like I 've lost my shadow '' .
`` Despite her problems Mo 's death came as a huge shock .
I thought she had turned a corner , '' the 32-year-old from Tunstall said .
`` We 'd only just been speaking on the phone and I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work .
`` I immediately became worried when I saw she had n't read one of my messages the following morning .
The hotel checked her room and that 's when they found her .
`` She was so bubbly , you would never know that anything was wrong .
She was stunning but had no idea how beautiful she was .
`` She always asked about everyone else but never worried about herself .
She was completely selfless but she just thought of herself as a burden .
`` The only thing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ live any longer . ''
The friends , who met through the wheelchair basketball club , were so close that Mo even changed her last name from Hastings to Johnson last year as she considered Emma family .
An inquest is yet to be held but it is believed that the former Newcastle College student took her own life .
Staffordshire Police say they are not treating Mo 's death on January 17 as suspicious .
`` We were together all the time .
In the last days she only slept at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she would be with me .
I would then take her back each evening , '' Emma continued .
`` I feel like I 've lost my shadow .
I 'm so lost and empty without her .
`` We held a memorial service for her with everything she told me she wanted . ''
She described how basketball was Mo 's biggest passion in life .
`` When she was playing basketball she was so fierce , she was really competitive .
It was her biggest passion in life , '' Emma @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Spitfires and even represented Team GB and Scotland where she previously lived .
`` She got a place at Worcester University in 2016 and started doing disability sport before switching to social work .
`` She then got a scholarship to go to Alabama in America in 2017 .
She played basketball and continued her social work studies .
She even won the distinguished scholar award .
`` But in early 2019 she came back to Stoke-on-Trent because she was struggling with her mental health .
`` She started at Staffordshire University and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a couple of games .
When she was playing basketball she was so fierce , she was really competitive .
`` But she continued to struggle and was in and out of the Harplands . ''
Andrew Flower , head coach and chairman of Stoke Spitfires , says `` bright and bubbly '' Mo was one of the most talented players he had ever met who had a `` very quick rise to stardom '' .
`` Mo came to us six or seven years ago following a chance meeting in a car @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was later on that she had physical issues , '' he said .
`` It was a very quick rise to stardom .
You could tell straight away how talented she was .
She just had ability and everything clicked .
She was just born to it .
`` We helped her all we could but it soon became clear she was too good and needed to move on to get better coaching .
We as a club could only progress her so far .
`` She went on to represent GB and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her very proud .
`` When she came back to this country she asked if she could rejoin and actually played a couple of games but then the worst new came and her life was cut short .
`` She was always laughing and joking around and was an inspiration to the younger members .
`` She was very bright and bubbly .
She would light up a room .
Her death is a great loss . ''
If you are experiencing mental health problems , feeling suicidal , or are concerned about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Speak with your GP , who can refer into appropriate local services , contact the Staffordshire Mental Health Helpline on 0808 800 2234 for , for out-of-hours support , call the Samaritans on 116123 .

Tributes have been paid to "fierce" wheelchair basketball player Morwenna Johnson, 22, who was found lifeless at a Travelodge in Talke, Staffordshire.
A talented wheelchair basketball player who is believed to have taken her own life has been described as an "inspiration".
Morwenna Johnson, 22, was found lifeless in her hotel room at a Travelodge in the village of Talke in Staffordshire last month.
The sudden death came just days after Morwenna - who played for the Stoke Spitfires wheelchair basketball club and was known as Mo - was discharged from Harplands Hospital.
The fierce sportswoman, who had also represented Team GB and Scotland, was able-bodied when she first joined the club.
In a cruel twist of fate, she ended up in a wheelchair at the age of 18 when she suffered a spinal stroke due to a cyst, but continued to play the sport she loved.
Paying tribute, her best friend Emma Johnson told Stoke-on-Trent Live she feels "like I've lost my shadow".
"Despite her problems Mo's death came as a huge shock. I thought she had turned a corner," the 32-year-old from Tunstall said.
Image: StokeonTrentLive/WS) StokeonTrentLive/WS)
"We'd only just been speaking on the phone and I text her on my way home from work.
"I immediately became worried when I saw she hadn't read one of my messages the following morning. The hotel checked her room and that's when they found her.
"She was so bubbly, you would never know that anything was wrong. She was stunning but had no idea how beautiful she was.
"She always asked about everyone else but never worried about herself. She was completely selfless but she just thought of herself as a burden.
"The only thing she wasn't determined to do was live any longer."
The friends, who met through the wheelchair basketball club, were so close that Mo even changed her last name from Hastings to Johnson last year as she considered Emma family.
Image: StokeonTrentLive/WS) StokeonTrentLive/WS)
An inquest is yet to be held but it is believed that the former Newcastle College student took her own life.
Staffordshire Police say they are not treating Mo's death on January 17 as suspicious.
"We were together all the time. In the last days she only slept at the hotel but the rest of the time she would be with me. I would then take her back each evening," Emma continued.
"I feel like I've lost my shadow. I'm so lost and empty without her.
"We held a memorial service for her with everything she told me she wanted."
She described how basketball was Mo's biggest passion in life.
"When she was playing basketball she was so fierce, she was really competitive. It was her biggest passion in life," Emma added.
"She started at Stoke Spitfires and even represented Team GB and Scotland where she previously lived.
"She got a place at Worcester University in 2016 and started doing disability sport before switching to social work.
"She then got a scholarship to go to Alabama in America in 2017. She played basketball and continued her social work studies. She even won the distinguished scholar award.
"But in early 2019 she came back to Stoke-on-Trent because she was struggling with her mental health.
Image: StokeonTrentLive/WS) StokeonTrentLive/WS)
"She started at Staffordshire University and rejoined the Stoke Spitfires and even played a couple of games. When she was playing basketball she was so fierce, she was really competitive.
"But she continued to struggle and was in and out of the Harplands."
Andrew Flower, head coach and chairman of Stoke Spitfires, says "bright and bubbly" Mo was one of the most talented players he had ever met who had a "very quick rise to stardom".
"Mo came to us six or seven years ago following a chance meeting in a car park. She was able-bodied, it was later on that she had physical issues," he said.
"It was a very quick rise to stardom. You could tell straight away how talented she was. She just had ability and everything clicked. She was just born to it.
"We helped her all we could but it soon became clear she was too good and needed to move on to get better coaching. We as a club could only progress her so far.
"She went on to represent GB and she also played for Scotland which made her very proud.
"When she came back to this country she asked if she could rejoin and actually played a couple of games but then the worst new came and her life was cut short.
"She was always laughing and joking around and was an inspiration to the younger members.
"She was very bright and bubbly. She would light up a room. Her death is a great loss."
If you are experiencing mental health problems, feeling suicidal, or are concerned about someone else, support is available. Speak with your GP, who can refer into appropriate local services, contact the Staffordshire Mental Health Helpline on 0808 800 2234 for, for out-of-hours support, call the Samaritans on 116123.


thedailymirror--2020-02-21--Scores of MPs have put personal costs on their Parliament credit card

Some 100 MPs have put personal costs on their Parliamentary credit card , an investigation has found .
The number is all those who have paid for non-eligible expenses on the taxpayer-funded payment card three or more times since 2010 .
Fourteen MPs claimed so much that personal costs made up more than 15 % of their card transactions .
Parliament 's expenses watchdog said the money was repaid and in many cases had a good explanation - but warned `` the few cases of repeated misuse by MPs were not addressed promptly '' .
It added MPs who used @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , even when they paid the money back , because they were effectively given interest-free credit .
The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority ( IPSA ) concluded : `` There is little misuse of the payment cards by MPs .
`` Charges marked as 'not claimed ' amount to only 1.25 % of the value of overall transactions ; and less than half of this could be considered expenditure on personal costs .
`` However , the few cases of repeated misuse by MPs were not addressed promptly .
`` As a result , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the few MPs who used the card for personal costs , in the form of an interest-free period before the costs were recovered . ''
Expenses rules for MPs ban them from using their IPSA-issued payment card - which is akin to a credit card and has a £4,000 monthly credit limit - for personal costs .
There are some scenarios that are `` reasonable '' , IPSA says - for example , paying for a hotel bill that includes both personal and business costs then splitting it later .
However the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , says the policy for dealing with misuse `` has been implemented less effectively '' than it could have been .
Five MPs have been contacted regarding repeated misuse of the card but no payment cards have been permanently withdrawn .
The report recommended : `` IPSA should put processes are in place to enforce its policy effectively so that cards are withdrawn when repeated misuse is identified . ''

The money was repaid but MPs still benefit - by essentially getting an interest free loan. And Parliament's spending watchdog warned 'the few cases of repeated misuse were not addressed promptly'
Scores of MPs have put personal costs on their Parliament credit card
Some 100 MPs have put personal costs on their Parliamentary credit card, an investigation has found.
The number is all those who have paid for non-eligible expenses on the taxpayer-funded payment card three or more times since 2010.
Fourteen MPs claimed so much that personal costs made up more than 15% of their card transactions.
Parliament's expenses watchdog said the money was repaid and in many cases had a good explanation - but warned "the few cases of repeated misuse by MPs were not addressed promptly".
It added MPs who used the card for personal costs still benefited, even when they paid the money back, because they were effectively given interest-free credit.
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The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) concluded: "There is little misuse of the payment cards by MPs.
"Charges marked as 'not claimed' amount to only 1.25% of the value of overall transactions; and less than half of this could be considered expenditure on personal costs.
"However, the few cases of repeated misuse by MPs were not addressed promptly.
"As a result, a personal benefit may have been given to the few MPs who used the card for personal costs, in the form of an interest-free period before the costs were recovered."
Expenses rules for MPs ban them from using their IPSA-issued payment card - which is akin to a credit card and has a £4,000 monthly credit limit - for personal costs.
There are some scenarios that are "reasonable", IPSA says - for example, paying for a hotel bill that includes both personal and business costs then splitting it later.
However the IPSA review, published earlier this month, says the policy for dealing with misuse "has been implemented less effectively" than it could have been.
Five MPs have been contacted regarding repeated misuse of the card but no payment cards have been permanently withdrawn.
The report recommended: "IPSA should put processes are in place to enforce its policy effectively so that cards are withdrawn when repeated misuse is identified."


thedailymirror--2020-02-21--EastEnders boat crash fallout hints major death twist and devastating cover-up

EastEnders spoilers are pretty vague for the week following the 35th anniversary boat crash stunt , but a lot can be taken from them .
Details are being kept under wraps as not to spoil the big episode on Friday , which features the tragic death of at least one character .
Now that three of the four big episodes have aired , more can be assumed from the small spoilers about what happens in the fallout .
So far , viewers know that Phil Mitchell and Keanu Taylor 's deadly final showdown led to the crash , with several @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fates of those involved are yet to be confirmed , there could be some big twists to come it seems .
Mick and Linda Carter were shown trapped on the boat at risk of drowning on Monday , while Tuesday saw Dennis also trapped on the boat as it filled with water .
Ian Beale was seen considering leaving him to die in a shock , but he too fights for life in upcoming scenes - shown drowning in Tuesday 's opener .
Thursday brought fans more chaos and death fears , as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while Ben Mitchell was struggling in the water .
Now , spoilers for Monday 's episode have n't confirmed whether Callum is found or even survives , or who dies and what happens to everyone else .
What they do reveal though is that more than one family are in turmoil .
Amid speculation from fans there will be more than one death , it reads : `` Following the dramatic events , a number of families are in turmoil . ''
The spoiler adds : `` For some , things will never @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there be more than one death , and , even if not , could there be serious consequences for those caught up in the chaos ?
The episode set to air next Friday also teases further chaos , and a potential cover-up storyline .
Characters will struggle to cope in the fallout , while lies begin to unravel .
It 's clear some are hiding something to do with the events of that day , and someone is left covering their tracks .
The spoiler reads : `` As everyone tries to get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one person ’ s lies begin to unravel .
`` Doubts begin to form in more than one person ’ s mind leading someone to desperately try and cover their tracks , aware that if the truth every came out the consequences would be devastating… '' EastEnders airs Mondays and Fridays at 8pm , and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One .

EastEnders spoilers for next week hint multiple characters will be affected by the death and destruction
EastEnders spoilers are pretty vague for the week following the 35th anniversary boat crash stunt, but a lot can be taken from them.
Details are being kept under wraps as not to spoil the big episode on Friday, which features the tragic death of at least one character.
Now that three of the four big episodes have aired, more can be assumed from the small spoilers about what happens in the fallout.
So far, viewers know that Phil Mitchell and Keanu Taylor's deadly final showdown led to the crash, with several lives on the line.
While the fates of those involved are yet to be confirmed, there could be some big twists to come it seems.
Image: BBC) BBC)
Mick and Linda Carter were shown trapped on the boat at risk of drowning on Monday, while Tuesday saw Dennis also trapped on the boat as it filled with water.
Ian Beale was seen considering leaving him to die in a shock, but he too fights for life in upcoming scenes - shown drowning in Tuesday's opener.
Thursday brought fans more chaos and death fears, as Callum Highway suffered a deadly accident, while Ben Mitchell was struggling in the water.
Image: BBC) BBC)
Now, spoilers for Monday's episode haven't confirmed whether Callum is found or even survives, or who dies and what happens to everyone else.
What they do reveal though is that more than one family are in turmoil.
Amid speculation from fans there will be more than one death, it reads: "Following the dramatic events, a number of families are in turmoil."
Image: BBC) BBC)
The spoiler adds: "For some, things will never be the same again…"
So will there be more than one death, and, even if not, could there be serious consequences for those caught up in the chaos?
The episode set to air next Friday also teases further chaos, and a potential cover-up storyline.
Image: BBC) BBC)
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Characters will struggle to cope in the fallout, while lies begin to unravel.
It's clear some are hiding something to do with the events of that day, and someone is left covering their tracks.
The spoiler reads: "As everyone tries to get back to normal following recent events, one person’s lies begin to unravel.
"Doubts begin to form in more than one person’s mind leading someone to desperately try and cover their tracks, aware that if the truth every came out the consequences would be devastating…"
EastEnders airs Mondays and Fridays at 8pm, and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One.


thedailymirror--2020-02-21--Raheem Sterling poses with Real Madrid shirt as he responds to transfer speculation

Raheem Sterling has not ruled out playing for Real Madrid in the future but insists he is `` really happy '' at Manchester City for now .
The 25-year-old is a reported transfer target for Real following City 's two-year ban from European football for breaching Financial Fair Play rules .
Sterling , who posed with Real Madrid and City shirts over his shoulders , has been linked with a move to the Bernabeu in the past but he is contracted to City until 2023 and would command a hefty fee .
In a new interview with Spanish outlet AS @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one day like to play for Madrid and responded : `` How do I answer that one ?
Is the camera live or is it just taking pictures ?
`` No one knows what the future will hold .
I am a player and I am always open to challenges but right now my challenge is at City and I 'm really happy .
I have a contract with City now and I have to respect this .
`` Real Madrid are a fantastic club .
When you see the white shirt you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , it 's massive . ''
Asked about speculation linking him with a move to the Bernabeu , Sterling said : `` It 's something that you see all the time , but I 'm a City player and I 'm enjoying it at the moment , even if things have n't gone quite planned in the league .
`` We now have a massive opportunity in the Champions League . ''
City play Real Madrid in the last 16 of the Champions League , with the first leg at the Bernabeu on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Stadium on 17 March .
Sterling is facing a race to be fit in time for the tie after suffering a hamstring injury against Tottenham at the beginning of February .

Manchester City star Raheem Sterling has been linked with a move to the Bernabeu and he has refused to rule out a move to Spain
Raheem Sterling has not ruled out playing for Real Madrid in the future but insists he is "really happy" at Manchester City for now.
The 25-year-old is a reported transfer target for Real following City's two-year ban from European football for breaching Financial Fair Play rules.
Sterling, who posed with Real Madrid and City shirts over his shoulders, has been linked with a move to the Bernabeu in the past but he is contracted to City until 2023 and would command a hefty fee.
In a new interview with Spanish outlet AS, Sterling was asked if he would one day like to play for Madrid and responded: "How do I answer that one? Is the camera live or is it just taking pictures?
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
"No one knows what the future will hold. I am a player and I am always open to challenges but right now my challenge is at City and I'm really happy. I have a contract with City now and I have to respect this.
"Real Madrid are a fantastic club. When you see the white shirt you know exactly what the club stands for, it's massive."
Asked about speculation linking him with a move to the Bernabeu, Sterling said: "It's something that you see all the time, but I'm a City player and I'm enjoying it at the moment, even if things haven't gone quite planned in the league.
Image: AS) AS)
"We now have a massive opportunity in the Champions League."
City play Real Madrid in the last 16 of the Champions League, with the first leg at the Bernabeu on Wednesday and the return game at Etihad Stadium on 17 March.
Sterling is facing a race to be fit in time for the tie after suffering a hamstring injury against Tottenham at the beginning of February.


thedailymirror--2020-02-21--Man found with 'crossbow, 14 bolts and knife' near Princess Anne's residence

A man was arrested near St James 's Palace allegedly in possession of a crossbow and a knife .
The suspect allegedly had the weapon , along with 14 bolts and a large knife in a car near the Royal Family 's central London residence .
Prince Charles previously lived with Princes William and Harry and Charles in York House , on the grounds of the palace , which is also used by the Government for official receptions .
The complex is attached to Clarence House on the Mall , home to Prince Charles and wife Camilla Parker-Bowles .
York @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and it has been home to Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie too .
A man was arrested on foot in The Mall area when police searched him on July 20 , 2019 .
A car key was found on the suspect and police discovered a vehicle nearby that allegedly contained the weapons .
Andrew Marshall , 44 , of Nottingham appeared in court this week to face one charge of possessing an offensive weapon in a public place and one count of possessing a knife in a public place .
The man has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He is yet to enter a plea .
He was yesterday bailed by Westminster Justices of the Peace at Southwark Crown Court on condition he remain in a psychiatric hospital until he is next due in court on March 19 .
The Mirror has contacted the Metropolitan Police and St James 's Palace for comment .

A 44-year-old Nottingham man was arrested near St James's Palace in central London while allegedly in possession of a crossbow, 14 bolts and a large knife
Man found with 'crossbow, 14 bolts and knife' near Princess Anne's residence
A man arrested near St James's Palace allegedly in possession of a crossbow and a knife claimed Prince Harry gave him permission to be there, a court heard.
Andrew Marshall, 44, allegedly had the weapon, along with 14 bolts and a large knife in a car near the Royal Family's central London residence.
When Marshall was questioned by officers he claimed Prince Harry had given him permission to use the car park at the official residence of Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall.
Charles previously lived with Princes William and Harry in York House, on the grounds of the palace.
He now lives with Camilla at Clarence House on the Mall, which is attached to the palace complex.
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York House is presently Princess Anne's residence, and it has been home to Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie too.
Marshall was arrested in The Mall area when police searched him on July 20, 2019.
A car key was found on the suspect and police discovered a vehicle nearby that allegedly contained the weapons.
Marshall's case was heard in court in London this week as he faced one charge of possessing an offensive weapon in a public place and one count of possessing a knife in a public place.
Julie Idowu, prosecuting, told Westminster Magistrates' Court: "His car was parked in the St James' Palace car park. It is unclear how he got access to the car park.
"But he stated to an officer that, 'Prince Harry had given me permission to park in the car park."
"The defendant was found in possession of a car key, and it was parked in the car park. Inside the car was found a crossbow and a knife in the driver's side footwell.
"There were also 14 crossbow bolts and a pair of latex gloves in the drivers' door pocket."
Marshall is currently in the Wells Road Psychiatric hospital in Nottingham and is yet to enter a plea.
Judge Michael Snow granted him bail on condition he remain at the hospital ahead of his next appearance at Southwark Crown Court on March 19.


thedailymirror--2020-02-21--Vodafone roll out 5G for pay as you go customers with unlimited data deal

Vodafone is now rolling out 5G for its pay as you go customers , following its launch of 5G monthly plans last summer .
Customers who prefer to stick to a contract free SIM will now get access to the super fast connection speeds that are up to 10 times faster than regular 4G .
Which means quicker downloads , better streaming and no lag for smartphone users on the newtwork .
The network currently offer three top smartphones that are 5G enabled on its pay as you go tariffs - the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 , Huawei Mate 20X @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's also an introductory offer where new Pay as you go customers can get a big bundle that includes 30 days of triple data for £40 instead of £50 .
But the deal is only valid until 31 March .
5G Vodafone pay as you go SIM packages • £40 bundle = Unlimited data , unlimited minutes and texts .
Available until 8 April .
Existing Vodafone customers with a 5G enabled phone wo n't have to pay any additional costs to use the faster roaming and the service comes with unlimited data @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK Chief Executive Officer Nick Jeffery said : “ We want to enable our customers to do what they want when they want – our Unlimited plans do just that .
`` Launching a contract-free 5G Unlimited plan will give more people the opportunity to experience the next generation of speed and connectivity without being committed to a contract – giving them the power to be as flexible as they want.
” You can check whether there is 5G coverage in your area by visiting vodafone.co.uk/network/status-checker .
If you 're looking for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ best smartphones for 2020 list first .
Or if you like your phone but are thinking about changing your plan , check out our best SIM-only deals before making the switch .

Pay as you go customers can finally join Vodafone's 5G network at no extra cost. Or pick up a new 5G enabled smartphone and take advantage of the network's introductory 'big bundle' deal
Vodafone roll out 5G for pay as you go customers with unlimited data deal
Vodafone is now rolling out 5G for its pay as you go customers, following its launch of 5G monthly plans last summer.
Customers who prefer to stick to a contract free SIM will now get access to the super fast connection speeds that are up to 10 times faster than regular 4G. Which means quicker downloads, better streaming and no lag for smartphone users on the newtwork.
The network currently offer three top smartphones that are 5G enabled on its pay as you go tariffs - the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3, Huawei Mate 20X and Samsung Galaxy S10 handsets.
There's also an introductory offer where new Pay as you go customers can get a big bundle that includes 30 days of triple data for £40 instead of £50. But the deal is only valid until 31 March.
5G Vodafone pay as you go SIM packages
Existing Vodafone customers with a 5G enabled phone won't have to pay any additional costs to use the faster roaming and the service comes with unlimited data.
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Speaking about the announcement, Vodafone UK Chief Executive Officer Nick Jeffery said: “We want to enable our customers to do what they want when they want – our Unlimited plans do just that.
"Launching a contract-free 5G Unlimited plan will give more people the opportunity to experience the next generation of speed and connectivity without being committed to a contract – giving them the power to be as flexible as they want.”
You can check whether there is 5G coverage in your area by visiting vodafone.co.uk/network/status-checker.
If you're looking for a new phone check which handsets made our best smartphones for 2020 list first.
Or if you like your phone but are thinking about changing your plan, check out our best SIM-only deals before making the switch.


thedailymirror--2020-02-21--Pregnant mum 'forced to take out loan' after Asda delivery fails to turn up for days

A stressed out mum has slammed supermarket giant Asda after she was reportedly forced to take out a loan to feed her kids when her weekly shop did n't turn up for days .
Pregnant mum-of-four Catherine Worth said she forked out £50 for food essentials but was left feeling desperate when the order did n't materialise and the supermarket told her `` there was nothing on the system '' .
Asda has apologised saying a delivery vehicle broke down , leading the order to be cancelled and a delay as the refunded funds took time to be processed back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , of Fegg Hayes , Stoke-on-Trent , claims she suddenly had no way of feeding children Harry , four , Lily May , six and Jacob James , seven , and Riley , one , over half-term before turning in desperation to a friend for help .
`` It 's only thanks to my friend lending me the money that I had enough food to last , '' she told StokeonTrentLive .
`` They should n't be leaving a family without .
`` All this stress was triggered by Asda failing to deliver @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to take my complaint seriously .
All I wanted was the food I had paid for . ''
Catherine , who is 16-and-a-half-weeks pregnant , ordered bread , meat , snacks and other essentials last Friday ( February 14 ) .
But despite numerous phone calls , the delivery had not arrived yesterday after five days .
An Asda spokesman said : “ Unfortunately due to a broken down vehicle Ms Worth ’ s original order was cancelled and the funds were refunded to her bank , which can take up to five @ @ @ @ @ @ @ never want our customers to go without and we would like to again apologise to Ms Worth for the unforeseen cancellation , but we are glad that she now has her money back and has accepted our goodwill gesture for the inconvenience this may have caused.
” Catherine said she had to borrow money to ensure there was food on the table for her children - three of whom have special needs - but has now received a refund and a credit note after the order was accidentally cancelled .
She said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Saturday night between 6pm and 7pm .
I rang them several times to chase them up .
`` They just kept saying it was out for delivery but it never arrived .
At one point they claimed there was nothing on the system to say it had n't been delivered .
`` It was the weekly shop and I needed it to feed my children .
I had to take a loan out with a friend in the end so I could go to the supermarket .
`` My mum had to look @ @ @ @ @ @ @ go shopping because nine times out of 10 he has a meltdown and kicks off .
My six-year-old also has global developmental delay , while my four-year-old struggles with his eyesight .
`` I rely on supermarket deliveries and I 've been using Asda for months and I 've never had a problem before .
`` I was told I would get a call from a manager but no-one phoned .
`` I 'm 16-and-a-half weeks pregnant too so it was really stressful .
You expect your food to come when they say @ @ @ @ @ @ @

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Catherine Worth, 31, from Fegg Hayes, was left desperate after her food order failed to arrive due to the Asda delivery van breaking down
Pregnant mum 'forced to take out loan' after Asda delivery fails to turn up for days
A stressed out mum has slammed supermarket giant Asda after she was reportedly forced to take out a loan to feed her kids when her weekly shop didn't turn up for days.
Pregnant mum-of-four Catherine Worth said she forked out £50 for food essentials but was left feeling desperate when the order didn't materialise and the supermarket told her "there was nothing on the system".
Asda has apologised saying a delivery vehicle broke down, leading the order to be cancelled and a delay as the refunded funds took time to be processed back in her bank account.
The 31-year-old, of Fegg Hayes, Stoke-on-Trent, claims she suddenly had no way of feeding children Harry, four, Lily May, six and Jacob James, seven, and Riley, one, over half-term before turning in desperation to a friend for help.
"It's only thanks to my friend lending me the money that I had enough food to last," she told StokeonTrentLive. "They shouldn't be leaving a family without.
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"All this stress was triggered by Asda failing to deliver the food. They didn't seem to take my complaint seriously. All I wanted was the food I had paid for."
Catherine, who is 16-and-a-half-weeks pregnant, ordered bread, meat, snacks and other essentials last Friday (February 14).
But despite numerous phone calls, the delivery had not arrived yesterday after five days.
An Asda spokesman said: “Unfortunately due to a broken down vehicle Ms Worth’s original order was cancelled and the funds were refunded to her bank, which can take up to five days to be processed.
"We never want our customers to go without and we would like to again apologise to Ms Worth for the unforeseen cancellation, but we are glad that she now has her money back and has accepted our goodwill gesture for the inconvenience this may have caused.”
Catherine said she had to borrow money to ensure there was food on the table for her children - three of whom have special needs - but has now received a refund and a credit note after the order was accidentally cancelled.
She said: "It was supposed to come on Saturday night between 6pm and 7pm. I rang them several times to chase them up.
"They just kept saying it was out for delivery but it never arrived. At one point they claimed there was nothing on the system to say it hadn't been delivered.
"It was the weekly shop and I needed it to feed my children. I had to take a loan out with a friend in the end so I could go to the supermarket.
"My mum had to look after my seven-year-old just so I could go shopping because nine times out of 10 he has a meltdown and kicks off. My six-year-old also has global developmental delay, while my four-year-old struggles with his eyesight.
"I rely on supermarket deliveries and I've been using Asda for months and I've never had a problem before.
"I was told I would get a call from a manager but no-one phoned.
"I'm 16-and-a-half weeks pregnant too so it was really stressful. You expect your food to come when they say it will," she added.


thedailymirror--2020-02-21--Holly Willoughby responds to Phillip Schofield's family Paris holiday photograph

The This Morning star left kind words beneath Ruby Schofield 's sweet photograph shared on Instagram on Thursday .
It comes just weeks after Phil came out as gay following `` heartbreaking conversations at home '' with his wife of nearly 27 years and their grown-up daughters .
The married couple have no plans to divorce and they have stayed strong as a family , escaping the drama with a family holiday .
Ruby cosied up to her sister Molly , dad Phillip and mum Steph for the family picture against a lit-up love heart backdrop during their recent Paris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for her TV BFF Phil when she wrote a lovely comment beneath the picture .
The blonde bombshell embellished her message with four love heart emojis .
Phil 's daughter Ruby has been showering her Instagram with their fun-filled family snaps from their break away .
It comes after Holly has been a great support to Phil and his family in the wake of the television host coming out about his sexuality .
Sources shared with The Mirror the Dancing On Ice presenter had been there for Steph ahead of his public announcement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us : `` Holly loves his wife Steph and knows the two of them had been having some really difficult conversations .
`` She was there for them both during this time and would , of course , never betray their confidence .
`` This is very much Phil 's story , but it 's been a big weight on Holly 's shoulders , too .
But she is delighted it 's finally out in the open .
`` Phil considers Holly a rock throughout all of this . ''
Phil gave his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his sexuality on This Morning in recent weeks .

Holly promises to be by Phil's side 'forever' in heartbreaking interview
Holly promises to be by Phil's side 'forever' in heartbreaking interview
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Holly has been a great support to Phil and his family in the wake of the television host coming out about his sexuality
Holly Willoughby gushed over Phillip Schofield's family Paris holiday photo.
The This Morning star left kind words beneath Ruby Schofield's sweet photograph shared on Instagram on Thursday.
It comes just weeks after Phil came out as gay following "heartbreaking conversations at home" with his wife of nearly 27 years and their grown-up daughters.
The married couple have no plans to divorce and they have stayed strong as a family, escaping the drama with a family holiday.
Ruby cosied up to her sister Molly, dad Phillip and mum Steph for the family picture against a lit-up love heart backdrop during their recent Paris getaway.
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Holly showed her continued support for her TV BFF Phil when she wrote a lovely comment beneath the picture.
She wrote: "Gorgeous."
The blonde bombshell embellished her message with four love heart emojis.
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Phil's daughter Ruby has been showering her Instagram with their fun-filled family snaps from their break away.
It comes after Holly has been a great support to Phil and his family in the wake of the television host coming out about his sexuality.
Sources shared with The Mirror the Dancing On Ice presenter had been there for Steph ahead of his public announcement he was gay.
Image: COPYRIGHT UNKNOWN) COPYRIGHT UNKNOWN)
A source told us: "Holly loves his wife Steph and knows the two of them had been having some really difficult conversations.
"She was there for them both during this time and would, of course, never betray their confidence.
"This is very much Phil's story, but it's been a big weight on Holly's shoulders, too. But she is delighted it's finally out in the open.
"Phil considers Holly a rock throughout all of this."
Phil gave his co-presenter Holly the first emotional interview about his sexuality on This Morning in recent weeks.


thedailymirror--2020-02-21--UK weather: Snow to hit Britain for four days as Met Office warns about cold snap

Brits could face four days of snow , heavy rain and winds as a cold snap sweeps across parts of the country .
The Met Office says there 's a risk of snow in northern parts of England , Scotland and over higher ground between Saturday and Tuesday .
There will also be strong winds and rain , with a forecaster describing the coming days as an `` unsettled picture '' .
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice around parts of the UK tomorrow .
Forecasters have warned the snow will affect higher routes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ longer journey times by road , bus and train .
Met Office spokeswoman Nicola Maxey told Mirror Online : `` We are in colder air so there 's always a chance rain showers could fall as snow , sleet or hail particularly in the north .
It 's not unusual for this time of year . ''
She said it `` comes off the back of Storms Ciara and Dennis . ''
Ms Maxey said : `` The system crosses the UK overnight on Sunday into Monday , with wintry showers across the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of seeing some hail . ''
She said higher ground above 300m was likely to be hit .
`` On Monday it 's likely there will be up to 60mm of rain across areas that already have wet ground .
`` There could be snow over higher ground as we go into Tuesday .
`` We could see a bit of snow over higher ground on Saturday as well due to colder air.
`` Matthew Box , forecaster at the Met Office , earlier said : `` We have strong wind warnings out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ north east England .
They could hit 55mph to 65mph .
`` There will also be widespread coastal gales across the north of Scotland and Northern Ireland .
`` We could have blizzard conditions at a time if you 're stuck on the top of a mountain . ''
The meteorologist predicted there could be 20cm of snowfall on the mountains of Scotland , Bristol Live reports , although patchy rain made it difficult to forecast .
Snow is already falling across parts of Snowdonia National Park and the hills in north and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
BBC senior forecaster Derek Brockway yesterday tweeted : `` Sharp cold front and rain moving across the # UK this morning .
`` Snow falling on the hills and mountains in # Wales .
Drier , clearer weather over # Ireland with broken cloud , sunshine and scattered showers .
Turning noticeably colder with a drop temperature and change in wind direction . ''
The Met Office has confirmed February 2020 is officially the wettest for six years as flooded Britain looks set for more heavy rain amid fears water defences wo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ speaking to the Mirror Online , earlier said this month 's average rainfall currently stands at 133mm across the whole UK , and that was last beaten in 2014 when it hit 168mm .
According to records , 1990 had the rainiest February with an average rainfall of 193mm , and while Mr Snell said this month is a long way off that , he would n't be surprised if 2020 reached the top 10 over the next eight days .
`` We are not too far away , we have got further @ @ @ @ @ @ @ few days and the top 10 wettest [ February ] would n't be a stretch , but we have got a long way to go to beat the record , '' he said .

The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice around parts of the UK on Saturday, with a forecaster saying the unsettled weather comes 'off the back of Storms Ciara and Dennis'
UK weather: Snow to hit Britain for four days as Met Office warns about cold snap
Brits could face four days of snow, heavy rain and winds as a cold snap sweeps across parts of the country.
The Met Office says there's a risk of snow in northern parts of England, Scotland and over higher ground between Saturday and Tuesday.
There will also be strong winds and rain, with a forecaster describing the coming days as an "unsettled picture".
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice around parts of the UK tomorrow.
Forecasters have warned the snow will affect higher routes and lead to difficult driving conditions and longer journey times by road, bus and train.
Met Office spokeswoman Nicola Maxey told Mirror Online: "We are in colder air so there's always a chance rain showers could fall as snow, sleet or hail particularly in the north. It's not unusual for this time of year."
She said it "comes off the back of Storms Ciara and Dennis."
Ms Maxey said: "The system crosses the UK overnight on Sunday into Monday, with wintry showers across the north - and there's a chance of seeing some hail."
She said higher ground above 300m was likely to be hit.
"On Monday it's likely there will be up to 60mm of rain across areas that already have wet ground.
"There could be snow over higher ground as we go into Tuesday.
"We could see a bit of snow over higher ground on Saturday as well due to colder air. "
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images) Image: Wayne Hutchinson / SWNS) Wayne Hutchinson / SWNS)
Matthew Box, forecaster at the Met Office, earlier said: "We have strong wind warnings out for Friday in south east Scotland and north east England. They could hit 55mph to 65mph.
"There will also be widespread coastal gales across the north of Scotland and Northern Ireland.
"We could have blizzard conditions at a time if you're stuck on the top of a mountain."
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The meteorologist predicted there could be 20cm of snowfall on the mountains of Scotland, Bristol Live reports, although patchy rain made it difficult to forecast.
Snow is already falling across parts of Snowdonia National Park and the hills in north and central Wales, according to radar images.
BBC senior forecaster Derek Brockway yesterday tweeted: "Sharp cold front and rain moving across the #UK this morning.
"Snow falling on the hills and mountains in #Wales. Drier, clearer weather over #Ireland with broken cloud, sunshine and scattered showers. Turning noticeably colder with a drop temperature and change in wind direction."
The Met Office has confirmed February 2020 is officially the wettest for six years as flooded Britain looks set for more heavy rain amid fears water defences won't hold.
Forecaster Craig Snell, speaking to the Mirror Online, earlier said this month's average rainfall currently stands at 133mm across the whole UK, and that was last beaten in 2014 when it hit 168mm.
According to records, 1990 had the rainiest February with an average rainfall of 193mm, and while Mr Snell said this month is a long way off that, he wouldn't be surprised if 2020 reached the top 10 over the next eight days.
"We are not too far away, we have got further heavy rain coming through over the next few days and the top 10 wettest [February] wouldn't be a stretch, but we have got a long way to go to beat the record," he said.


thedailymirror--2020-02-21--Richard Madeley calls wife Judy 'sexist' after awkward debate about swimming costumes

Richard Madeley jokingly branded his wife Judy Finnigan `` sexist '' after a debate about 'revealing ' swimming costumes .
The pair , who returned to host This Morning today , were joined by ex-Coronation Street star Nicola Thorp and Andrew Castle today as they discussed a woman who was asked to leave a sauna because her costume was `` too sexy '' .
`` Women are their own worst critics , '' Andrew remarked .
Judy responded : `` I hate to agree with you but you 're right .
From what I can gather that she has said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I do n't think anyone would have complained if I had been larger ' . ''
Richard quipped to Andrew : `` I can see why you 're staying out of it . ''
`` Button it , let them get on with it , '' Andrew said .
Nicola said : `` Now , now .
Men can engage in conversations , it 's important . ''
Judy went on to describe the girl in the article as `` extremely attractive '' and described her costume as `` alluring '' .
Andrew @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Castle - at what age do you stop wearing those extremely high cut swimming costumes ? ''
`` When you choose to ! ''
Richard replied , however Judy said that she `` did n't know about that '' .
`` No I 'm not ! ''
she exclaimed .
Andrew told Richard : `` She 's too good for you ! ''
*This Morning airs weekdays at 10am on ITV

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Richard and Judy, who returned to This Morning today, were joined by Nicola Thorp and Andrew Castle today as they discussed whether a swimming costume could be 'too sexy' to wear at saunas
Richard Madeley jokingly branded his wife Judy Finnigan "sexist" after a debate about 'revealing' swimming costumes.
The pair, who returned to host This Morning today, were joined by ex-Coronation Street star Nicola Thorp and Andrew Castle today as they discussed a woman who was asked to leave a sauna because her costume was "too sexy".
"Women are their own worst critics," Andrew remarked.
Judy responded: "I hate to agree with you but you're right. From what I can gather that she has said, this Nicole, has said 'I don't think anyone would have complained if I had been larger'."
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Richard quipped to Andrew: "I can see why you're staying out of it."
"Button it, let them get on with it," Andrew said.
Nicola said: "Now, now. Men can engage in conversations, it's important."
Image: ITV) ITV) Image: ITV) ITV)
Judy went on to describe the girl in the article as "extremely attractive" and described her costume as "alluring".
Andrew commented: "I conferred with Mrs Castle - at what age do you stop wearing those extremely high cut swimming costumes?"
"When you choose to!" Richard replied, however Judy said that she "didn't know about that".
Richard reprimanded jokingly: "Honestly Judy, you're so sexist."
"No I'm not!" she exclaimed.
Andrew told Richard: "She's too good for you!"
*This Morning airs weekdays at 10am on ITV


thedailymirror--2020-02-22--Paul Grayson column: Why family ties will count for nothing in Clash of Farrells

It is billed as the Clash of the Farrells and few will argue with that .
The playmaker and captain of England pitting his wits against the head coach of Ireland is a brilliant storyline and one you rarely encounter at the top level of sport .
How relevant it is to the outcome of tomorrow ’ s contest is another matter .
George Ford said yesterday that the one time he played against a team coached by his dad , Mike , the only person who found it difficult was his mum .
She didn ’ t come to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ know who she wanted to win .
For her the sooner it was over the better .
As father of a son playing professional rugby I get that completely .
James plays for Northampton and I coach him at Saints two to three times a week .
I ’ m immensely proud that he ’ s putting himself out there , trying to live his dream .
Like Mike and Andy , I don ’ t love my son any more or less whether he wins or loses .
When they are growing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ win anything until they ’ re good enough to , so you know that having got where they have they are equipped to deal with it .
One of the strengths of sports people is being able to compartmentalise stuff , emotion being one of those .
For that reason I would have absolutely no qualms coaching against James .
It would be fun .
not awkward , a great conversation to have round the dinner table .
As a cold-eyed coach devising a gameplan to beat England , Andy will know that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because the more fire that comes his way generally the more he stands up .
He would be an absolute fool to let any emotion come into play in how you try and dissect an England team at Twickenham .
And Andy Farrell is no fool .
My hunch is that Ireland are significantly the more settled team and , as such , the more likely to win .
Before you ask , the antics of Eddie Jones are not factored into that thinking .
Whereas he gave France ammunition before the Paris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ week has not given Ireland anything - only taken a chunk out of himself .
His coaching message won ’ t have been diluted by that but I do think somebody in a senior position at the RFU should advise him from now on to stick to rugby matters .

"As a cold-eyed coach devising a gameplan to beat England, Andy will know that going after Owen is not the answer because the more fire that comes his way generally the more he stands up"
Paul Grayson column: Why family ties will count for nothing in Clash of Farrells
It is billed as the Clash of the Farrells and few will argue with that.
The playmaker and captain of England pitting his wits against the head coach of Ireland is a brilliant storyline and one you rarely encounter at the top level of sport.
How relevant it is to the outcome of tomorrow’s contest is another matter. George Ford said yesterday that the one time he played against a team coached by his dad, Mike, the only person who found it difficult was his mum.
She didn’t come to the game. She didn’t know who she wanted to win. For her the sooner it was over the better.
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As father of a son playing professional rugby I get that completely. James plays for Northampton and I coach him at Saints two to three times a week.
I’m immensely proud that he’s putting himself out there, trying to live his dream. Like Mike and Andy, I don’t love my son any more or less whether he wins or loses.
When they are growing up you don’t let them win anything until they’re good enough to, so you know that having got where they have they are equipped to deal with it. One of the strengths of sports people is being able to compartmentalise stuff, emotion being one of those.
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For that reason I would have absolutely no qualms coaching against James. It would be fun. not awkward, a great conversation to have round the dinner table.
As a cold-eyed coach devising a gameplan to beat England, Andy will know that going after Owen is not the answer because the more fire that comes his way generally the more he stands up.
He would be an absolute fool to let any emotion come into play in how you try and dissect an England team at Twickenham. And Andy Farrell is no fool.
Image: Getty) Getty) Image: Getty) Getty)
My hunch is that Ireland are significantly the more settled team and, as such, the more likely to win. Before you ask, the antics of Eddie Jones are not factored into that thinking.
Whereas he gave France ammunition before the Paris match, his clumsy race-related remark this week has not given Ireland anything - only taken a chunk out of himself.
His coaching message won’t have been diluted by that but I do think somebody in a senior position at the RFU should advise him from now on to stick to rugby matters.


thedailymirror--2020-02-22--Launch date of Brexit blue passport confirmed and they'll be available in weeks

Britain 's Brexit blue passports will be launched next month , the Home Office announced today .
British citizens have been issued with burgundy-covered documents for 30 years because of the UK ’ s membership of the EU .
But campaigners demanded a switch back to the original 1921 dark blue as a symbolic mark of Britain ’ s departure .
And Boris Johnson 's government was more than happy to swing into action - after handing the contract to a Dutch firm that 's printing the documents in Poland .
The first batches of blue passports will be delivered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ phased way , with all new issues being blue from mid-2020 .
If you 're a Brexit fanboy though , probably do n't get a special application in .
Not only is the exact date not confirmed by the Home Office ; you 'll also not be guaranteed to get a blue document until the stocks of burgundy blanks run dry later this year .
The new design will have the words BRITISH PASSPORT in block capitals , replacing the words EUROPEAN UNION , at the top of the cover in an aping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bad news for those in Northern Ireland , though - their documents will still say BRITISH PASSPORT , despite the fact they 're not only not in Great Britain , but trade from Great Britain to where they live is having to come with customs declarations .
A Home Office official pointed out the words 'United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland ' will still be on the same page lower down .
The inside cover has a string of security features , including a seven-sided sideways photo cutout that appears to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ own face .
In another change , the back cover will carry its own symbolic design – the floral embossed emblems of England , Wales , Northern Ireland and Scotland .
Home Secretary Priti Patel said : “ Leaving the European Union gave us a unique opportunity to restore our national identity and forge a new path in the world .
“ By returning to the iconic blue and gold design , the British passport will once again be entwined with our national identity and I can not wait to travel on one.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ security features , including a “ hard-wearing , super-strength polycarbonate data page ” .
Burgundy passports can still be used until they expire - but travellers are being warned to have at least six months ' validity left if they visit the EU from 1 January 2021 .
That is because current free movement rules will end and we will default to the stricter travel rules for certain countries outside the EU .
UK travellers are also being warned not to take a passport older than 10 years to the EU , even @ @ @ @ @ @ @ does happen in some circumstances ) .
The contract for printing passports was due to be renewed anyway and is not being renewed because of the decision to change their colour .
Because of that , the government has insist there is no actual cost to turning passports blue .
But the Home Office was embroiled in a row in 2018 after handing the £260million , 11-and-a-half year contract to a Dutch firm - which is printing UK passports in Poland .
Gemalto , whose parent firm is Thales , insisted it was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Mail on Sunday reported the factory workers making the passports were on just £400 a month .

Brexit will reach its most glorious moment yet in early March, as the new dark blue British passport printed by a Dutch firm in Poland begins mass circulation. Here's what you need to know
Launch date of Brexit blue passport confirmed and they'll be available in weeks
Britain's Brexit blue passports will be launched next month, the Home Office announced today.
British citizens have been issued with burgundy-covered documents for 30 years because of the UK’s membership of the EU.
But campaigners demanded a switch back to the original 1921 dark blue as a symbolic mark of Britain’s departure.
And Boris Johnson's government was more than happy to swing into action - after handing the contract to a Dutch firm that's printing the documents in Poland.
The first batches of blue passports will be delivered in "early March" in a phased way, with all new issues being blue from mid-2020.
If you're a Brexit fanboy though, probably don't get a special application in.
Image: The Home Office) The Home Office)
Not only is the exact date not confirmed by the Home Office; you'll also not be guaranteed to get a blue document until the stocks of burgundy blanks run dry later this year.
The new design will have the words BRITISH PASSPORT in block capitals, replacing the words EUROPEAN UNION, at the top of the cover in an aping of the old design.
It's bad news for those in Northern Ireland, though - their documents will still say BRITISH PASSPORT, despite the fact they're not only not in Great Britain, but trade from Great Britain to where they live is having to come with customs declarations.
Image: The Home Office) The Home Office)
A Home Office official pointed out the words 'United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland' will still be on the same page lower down.
The inside cover has a string of security features, including a seven-sided sideways photo cutout that appears to look like a drunk 50p of your own face.
Image: The Home Office) The Home Office)
In another change, the back cover will carry its own symbolic design – the floral embossed emblems of England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Home Secretary Priti Patel said: “Leaving the European Union gave us a unique opportunity to restore our national identity and forge a new path in the world.
“By returning to the iconic blue and gold design, the British passport will once again be entwined with our national identity and I cannot wait to travel on one.”
The new passports will have updated security features, including a “hard-wearing, super-strength polycarbonate data page”.
Image: The Home Office) The Home Office)
Burgundy passports can still be used until they expire - but travellers are being warned to have at least six months' validity left if they visit the EU from 1 January 2021.
That is because current free movement rules will end and we will default to the stricter travel rules for certain countries outside the EU.
UK travellers are also being warned not to take a passport older than 10 years to the EU, even if it's still valid (which does happen in some circumstances).
Image: The Home Office) The Home Office)
The contract for printing passports was due to be renewed anyway and is not being renewed because of the decision to change their colour.
Because of that, the government has insist there is no actual cost to turning passports blue.
But the Home Office was embroiled in a row in 2018 after handing the £260million, 11-and-a-half year contract to a Dutch firm - which is printing UK passports in Poland.
Gemalto, whose parent firm is Thales, insisted it was compliant with Poland's labour laws after the Mail on Sunday reported the factory workers making the passports were on just £400 a month.


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thedailymirror--2020-02-22--ADVERTORIAL: Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder undercard preview and predictions

Before Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury head to the MGM Grand ring in Las Vegas on Saturday night there 's a whole undercard of action to enjoy .
Depending on how quickly the earlier contests end , the main event is expected to start some time between 4am and 5am UK time .
There are nine bouts before the Gypsy King and the Bronze Bomber collide and here we preview them , and the likely outcomes .
The chief support is an eliminator for IBF version of the heavyweight title , currently held by Anthony Joshua following his unanimous decision @ @ @ @ @ @ @ British fight fans ' sole memory of 'Prince ' Charles Martin was the meek manner in which he was dethroned by Joshua in 2016 .
But since then Martin has done a respectable job of rebuilding his reputation .
He has won four and his only loss was a gutsy points defeat to unbeaten Adam Kownacki .
Washington was stopped by the same man inside two rounds in Kownacki 's very next fight .
That form line suggests Martin will be triumphant , 2/9 with thepools.com , while Martin by stoppage is 4/6 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ line in Las Vegas is Navarrete 's WBO super-bantamweight belt , a title he has held since 2018 .
He has defended it four times since , inside the distance every time - and while he 's an unbackable 1/33 to beat Jeo Santisima and 1/10 to do it inside the distance again , his last three outings have n't been past the fourth round and the fight to finish in rounds 1-3 is 6/4 and rounds 4-6 is 9/5 , which look like solid tips .
Imam was outpointed by Jose Ramirez @ @ @ @ @ @ @ world title glory - but bounced back in trademark fashion , securing his 19th stoppage victory over Marcos Mojica .
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Yet curiously the six feet six inch tall Fundora prefers to mix it inside rather than keeping the action at long range and that will aid Lewis , who at five feet 8 inches is short for a light-middle .
Thepools.com make Fundora 1/4 favourite but if you 're looking for an upset on the bill Lewis should n't be 16/5 .
Fundora was outboxed for large parts of his last contest when he drew with Jamontay Clark and the greater aggression from the 2016 Olympian can see Lewis @ @ @ @ @

Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder undercard preview looks at Charles Martin v Gerald Washington, Navarrete v Santisma, Imam v Molina and Fundora v Lewis
Before Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury head to the MGM Grand ring in Las Vegas on Saturday night there's a whole undercard of action to enjoy.
Depending on how quickly the earlier contests end, the main event is expected to start some time between 4am and 5am UK time.
There are nine bouts before the Gypsy King and the Bronze Bomber collide and here we preview them, and the likely outcomes.
Charles Martin v Gerald Washington
The chief support is an eliminator for IBF version of the heavyweight title, currently held by Anthony Joshua following his unanimous decision over Andy Ruiz junior in December.
British fight fans' sole memory of 'Prince' Charles Martin was the meek manner in which he was dethroned by Joshua in 2016.
But since then Martin has done a respectable job of rebuilding his reputation.
He has won four and his only loss was a gutsy points defeat to unbeaten Adam Kownacki.
Image: AFP) AFP)
Washington was stopped by the same man inside two rounds in Kownacki's very next fight.
That form line suggests Martin will be triumphant, 2/9 with thepools.com , while Martin by stoppage is 4/6 .
Emanuel Navarrete v Jeo Santisma
The second world title on the line in Las Vegas is Navarrete's WBO super-bantamweight belt, a title he has held since 2018.
He has defended it four times since, inside the distance every time - and while he's an unbackable 1/33 to beat Jeo Santisima and 1/10 to do it inside the distance again, his last three outings haven't been past the fourth round and the fight to finish in rounds 1-3 is 6/4 and rounds 4-6 is 9/5 , which look like solid tips.
Amir Ahmed Imam v Javier Molina
Imam was outpointed by Jose Ramirez in 2018 on his first bid for world title glory - but bounced back in trademark fashion, securing his 19th stoppage victory over Marcos Mojica.
Beijing Olympian Javier Molina doesn't have anything like the same punch power and is 9/5 to score an upset win over his 4/9 rated opponent.
Sebastian Fundora v Daniel Lewis
This is a real little and large match up.
Yet curiously the six feet six inch tall Fundora prefers to mix it inside rather than keeping the action at long range and that will aid Lewis, who at five feet 8 inches is short for a light-middle.
Thepools.com make Fundora 1/4 favourite but if you're looking for an upset on the bill Lewis shouldn't be 16/5 .
Fundora was outboxed for large parts of his last contest when he drew with Jamontay Clark and the greater aggression from the 2016 Olympian can see Lewis score an upset victory.


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thedailymirror--2020-02-22--ADVERTORIAL: Tyson Fury can expose Deontay Wilder's claim to be hardest ever punching heavyweight

Deontay Wilder is reckoned to be the hardest punching heavyweight boxer in history - and he has the biggest knockout ratio of all-time to back up that boast .
But the man who must evade those KO blows on Saturday night , Tyson Fury , disputes the Bronze Bomber 's right to that hard-hitting claim .
Fury was floored twice by Wilder in their first contest in 2018 , but got back up each time .
And after the second knockdown , in the 12th and final round in Los Angeles , Fury actually took the fight to a bemused @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fight to the unbeaten American again on Saturday night , British fight fans could be in for a bonus .
New customers to thepools.com who fancy Fury to win by knockout could bank a £20 free bet and 20 free spins on the Bonanza game .
Even if Fury does n't do that , new customers who deposit and place a £10 bet qualify for a £10 free bet and 10 spins on Bonanza .
If Fury wins the fight by a knockout , that becomes a £20 free bet and 20 spins @ @ @ @ @ @ @ felt the power .
Ai n't so bad , '' said Fury in a guest column for trade magazine Boxing News .
`` He ca n't be the biggest puncher in history because he could n't knock the Gypsy King out , could he ?
`` I took his best shot flush on the chin and I got back up .
He punches hard but I 've never been hit by the likes of Earnie Shavers .
`` I did n't get hit by George Foreman .
I did n't get hit by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guys .
I did n't get hit by them so I ca n't comment .
`` So to say it 's the biggest puncher in history , I 'm not really sure because I did n't get hit by all the guys in history .
`` But , you know , I do n't think he punches harder than Wladimir Klitschko .
Wladimir has a massive knockout punch and has won a lot more fights than Wilder has . ''
Shavers knocked out 68 of his 74 victims - a couple of points @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ratio .
The legendary Muhammad Ali once said of Shavers : `` Earnie hit me so hard , it shook my kinfolk back in Africa . ''
While Larry Holmes claimed that Shavers hit even harder than Mike Tyson - he faced them both - and that when Shavers floored him in the 7th round of their 1979 rematch the shot knocked him out and the impact of hitting the canvas actually woke him back up !
But there are plenty of heavyweights who believe Wilder 's power IS unique .
Former world @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and said : `` His punch power is 10 out of 10 , that ’ s it .
I don ’ t know how else to say it .
You know when you ’ ve been hit by him .
It ’ s very different to anyone else .
`` He is the hardest puncher I ’ ve ever been in the ring with . ''
While Wilder victim Eric Molina said : `` Wilder could knock out a bull if he hit it in the head .
`` If he touches anybody @ @ @ @ @ @ @ part of the head , they ’ re going to dance or go down and go to sleep .
It is what it is . ''

Tyson Fury can KO Deontay Wilder and deliver a £20 betting bonus to British fight fans on Saturday night in Las Vegas
Tyson Fury can expose Deontay Wilder's claim to be hardest ever punching heavyweight
Deontay Wilder is reckoned to be the hardest punching heavyweight boxer in history - and he has the biggest knockout ratio of all-time to back up that boast.
But the man who must evade those KO blows on Saturday night, Tyson Fury, disputes the Bronze Bomber's right to that hard-hitting claim.
Fury was floored twice by Wilder in their first contest in 2018, but got back up each time.
And after the second knockdown, in the 12th and final round in Los Angeles, Fury actually took the fight to a bemused Wilder.
If he can take the fight to the unbeaten American again on Saturday night, British fight fans could be in for a bonus.
New customers to thepools.com who fancy Fury to win by knockout could bank a £20 free bet and 20 free spins on the Bonanza game.
Even if Fury doesn't do that, new customers who deposit and place a £10 bet qualify for a £10 free bet and 10 spins on Bonanza.
If Fury wins the fight by a knockout, that becomes a £20 free bet and 20 spins.
Simply visit thepools.com and get involved.
"You know, I've felt the power. Ain't so bad," said Fury in a guest column for trade magazine Boxing News.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"He can't be the biggest puncher in history because he couldn't knock the Gypsy King out, could he?
"I took his best shot flush on the chin and I got back up. He punches hard but I've never been hit by the likes of Earnie Shavers.
"I didn't get hit by George Foreman. I didn't get hit by Rocky Marciano or any of those top guys. I didn't get hit by them so I can't comment.
"So to say it's the biggest puncher in history, I'm not really sure because I didn't get hit by all the guys in history.
"But, you know, I don't think he punches harder than Wladimir Klitschko. Wladimir has a massive knockout punch and has won a lot more fights than Wilder has."
Image: Reuters) Reuters)
Shavers knocked out 68 of his 74 victims - a couple of points verdicts late in his career diluting his ratio.
The legendary Muhammad Ali once said of Shavers: "Earnie hit me so hard, it shook my kinfolk back in Africa."
While Larry Holmes claimed that Shavers hit even harder than Mike Tyson - he faced them both - and that when Shavers floored him in the 7th round of their 1979 rematch the shot knocked him out and the impact of hitting the canvas actually woke him back up!
But there are plenty of heavyweights who believe Wilder's power IS unique.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Former world heavyweight champion David Haye sparred with Wilder and said: "His punch power is 10 out of 10, that’s it. I don’t know how else to say it. You know when you’ve been hit by him. It’s very different to anyone else.
"He is the hardest puncher I’ve ever been in the ring with."
While Wilder victim Eric Molina said: "Wilder could knock out a bull if he hit it in the head.
"If he touches anybody with that right hand, on any part of the head, they’re going to dance or go down and go to sleep. It is what it is."
Wilder v Fury Odds (thepools.com)
Tyson Fury 10/11
Deontay Wilder 19/20
Method of victory
Tyson Fury on points 8/5
Tyson Fury to win by stoppage 9/2
Deontay Wilder on points 15/2
Deontay Wilder by stoppage 6/5


thedailymirror--2020-02-22--ADVERTORIAL: Racing tipster who picked 20/1 and 33/1 winners for last two weekends says who to back

ADVERTORIAL: Racing tipster who picked 20/1 and 33/1 winners for last two weekends says who to back this Saturday

The Handicap Chase at Kempton ( 15:35 ) is the standout race on Saturday .
Formerly the Racing Post Chase and with a roll of honour which includes some big names , the £100,000 prize pot ensures it attracts some quality contenders .
One horse really catches the eye in this race and it is the Paul Nicholls-trained Black Corton , with Bryony Frost on board , who rates a bet at 7/1 .
There are a few doubtful stayers in this race especially with the ground currently riding soft but the nine-year-old Black Corton doesn ’ t have that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1 Kauto Star Novices ’ Chase here on King George day back in 2017 on soft and in all his record on soft ground reads three wins and a place from nine starts , so we know he goes on the ground and stays this trip around here on it ( has four wins to his name over three miles or further ) .
And don ’ t forget , Betfair Sportsbook are offering a free bet of up to £25 for every winner at 3/1 or over during ITV racing on Saturday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ max £25 ) .
Another massive plus is that he ’ s won twice at Kempton and overall his record there reads two wins and a place from four runs at the track .
We also know what we ’ re going to get with this fellow - a big strong run from the front .
He jumps well , travels well and I just think he ’ s going to have a lot of these doubtful stayers at it before they turn for home and I think he comes home in front @ @ @ @ @ @ @ favour is his record at this time of year ; one win and two places from four starts .
Over at Lingfield , Good Effort runs in the 14:05 and should take plenty of beating .
He may not be much of a price at 13/8 but given the way he won here over six furlongs last time when making all , and the fact he has got stall one he ’ s in the prime position to get out and grab the rail .
Yes , this is over five but the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ any problem as could be seen when he won over five at Newcastle the time before .
Indeed , that proven six-furlong stamina will be a massive asset when he ’ s rounding the home turn in front as you know he ’ s going to be staying on well all the way to the line .
Staying at Lingfield , it ’ s hard to see Bangkok getting beaten in the 15:15 given the way he won his previous race , beating the track record .
Given how conditions on these all-weather @ @ @ @ @ @ @ takes some doing to break them .
The style in which he did it was also eye catching , showing a real turn of foot to pick the leader up and then put four and a half lengths between them at the post .
This horse was once quietly fancied for the Derby and given his profile it wouldn ’ t surprise me were he to win this on his way to cracks at the big Group 1 races this season .
He ’ s odds on for a reason but is worth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Effort , which pays out at around 5/2 .
One for the Eider Chase Those looking for a bet in the Eider Chase at Newcastle ( 14:45 ) should be looking at the more lightly weighted contenders as this is going to take some getting on the ground .
I ’ m keen on the chances of Alminar who carries just 10-9 .
This horse has been staying on like a train over 3m on heavy and soft ground giving the distinct impression he needs a marathon trip on this ground to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ knows how to prepare a horse for these marathon contests and it is telling that he ’ s sending his charge to Newcastle from all the way from down South .

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Betfair’s Alan Thompson is hunting the hat-trick with selections from Saturday’s action - plus get a free bet up to £25
Racing tipster who picked 20/1 and 33/1 winners for last two weekends says who to back this Saturday
The Handicap Chase at Kempton (15:35) is the standout race on Saturday. Formerly the Racing Post Chase and with a roll of honour which includes some big names, the £100,000 prize pot ensures it attracts some quality contenders.
One horse really catches the eye in this race and it is the Paul Nicholls-trained Black Corton, with Bryony Frost on board, who rates a bet at 7/1.
There are a few doubtful stayers in this race especially with the ground currently riding soft but the nine-year-old Black Corton doesn’t have that worry.
He won the three-mile Grade 1 Kauto Star Novices’ Chase here on King George day back in 2017 on soft and in all his record on soft ground reads three wins and a place from nine starts, so we know he goes on the ground and stays this trip around here on it (has four wins to his name over three miles or further).
And don’t forget, Betfair Sportsbook are offering a free bet of up to £25 for every winner at 3/1 or over during ITV racing on Saturday (free bet matching original stake, max £25).
Another massive plus is that he’s won twice at Kempton and overall his record there reads two wins and a place from four runs at the track. We also know what we’re going to get with this fellow - a big strong run from the front. He jumps well, travels well and I just think he’s going to have a lot of these doubtful stayers at it before they turn for home and I think he comes home in front.
And a further stat is our favour is his record at this time of year; one win and two places from four starts.
A double at Lingfield
Over at Lingfield, Good Effort runs in the 14:05 and should take plenty of beating. He may not be much of a price at 13/8 but given the way he won here over six furlongs last time when making all, and the fact he has got stall one he’s in the prime position to get out and grab the rail.
Yes, this is over five but the drop in trip shouldn’t be any problem as could be seen when he won over five at Newcastle the time before. Indeed, that proven six-furlong stamina will be a massive asset when he’s rounding the home turn in front as you know he’s going to be staying on well all the way to the line.
Staying at Lingfield, it’s hard to see Bangkok getting beaten in the 15:15 given the way he won his previous race, beating the track record. Given how conditions on these all-weather courses are more constant than most it takes some doing to break them.
The style in which he did it was also eye catching, showing a real turn of foot to pick the leader up and then put four and a half lengths between them at the post. This horse was once quietly fancied for the Derby and given his profile it wouldn’t surprise me were he to win this on his way to cracks at the big Group 1 races this season.
He’s odds on for a reason but is worth having in a Lingfield double with Good Effort, which pays out at around 5/2.
One for the Eider Chase
Those looking for a bet in the Eider Chase at Newcastle (14:45) should be looking at the more lightly weighted contenders as this is going to take some getting on the ground.
I’m keen on the chances of Alminar who carries just 10-9. This horse has been staying on like a train over 3m on heavy and soft ground giving the distinct impression he needs a marathon trip on this ground to be seen at his best.
Nigel Hawke knows how to prepare a horse for these marathon contests and it is telling that he’s sending his charge to Newcastle from all the way from down South.


thedailymirror--2020-02-21--Tyson Fury weighs 42lbs more than Deontay Wilder as rivals are kept apart

Tyson Fury weighed in over a stone heavier than last time for his huge rematch with Deontay Wilder in front of 4,000 passionate fans at the MGM Grand Garden Arena .
Fury came in at a whopping 19st 7lbs and weighed nearly three stone more than WBC heavyweight champ Wilder .
Wilder was also over a stone heavier and the Bronze Bomber tipped the scales at 16st 9lbs after coming in at 15st 2lbs 8oz for the first fight 14 months ago .
The unbeaten Gypsy King was 18st 4lbs 8oz in December 2018 and has decided to bulk up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Sunday .
The pair were kept apart after weighing in to avoid a repeat of the pushing and shoving when they last met on Wednesday and they stood , trading insults instead .
Fury has vowed to knock Wilder out to avoid being robbed by the judges like he was at the Los Angeles ’ Staples Center .
Fury kept his top on to hide his chest and recent pictures show he is certainly not defined and he is more dad bod than Adonis with love handles .
Wilder looked rip by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ retain his title for a record 11th time to break the record for heavyweight defences he shares with Muhammad Ali .
Fury was cheered much more than Wilder by the audience in the Arena and the British fight fans have travelled here in their thousands to support him .
“ All my fans are here to see the Gypsy King , let ’ s go to war !
” he roared .
“ I ’ m ready to go.
” Wilder played down his weight gain and Fury ’ s size advantage , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t matter at heavyweight .
I ’ ve always had to fight bigger guys than me and his extra weight is only going to slow him down .
“ Bring it on .
As I said to him , don ’ t blink !
“ I said to him he ’ s nervous .
He ’ s changed his trainers , he ’ s dipping his hands in gasoline .
I can ’ t wait .
I told him 24 hours !
” The pair being kept apart denied fans the traditional face-off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they will come face to face again for the next time in the ring .
Explaining the decision to keep the duo apart , NSAC executive director Bob Bennett told ESPN : `` The reason the decision was made , on behalf of the commission , is because the press conference [ on Wednesday ] spoke for itself .
`` The actions of the two fighters pushing each other , which was not staged , is not indicative of the image of our sport as a major league sport , thus having a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the health and safety of the fighters , the public and the event .
`` And , quite frankly , that image , where you have two professional athletes pushing each other where somebody could get hurt , is not keeping with the image of a major league sport and we 're a major league sport . ''

Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder have hit the scales in Las Vegas ahead of their huge rematch at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday night
Tyson Fury weighs three stone more than Deontay Wilder as rivals are kept apart
Tyson Fury weighed in over a stone heavier than last time for his huge rematch with Deontay Wilder in front of 4,000 passionate fans at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
Fury came in at a whopping 19st 7lbs and weighed three stone more than WBC heavyweight champ Wilder.
Wilder was also over a stone heavier and the Bronze Bomber tipped the scales at 16st 7lbs after coming in at 15st 2lbs 8oz for the first fight 14 months ago.
The unbeaten Gypsy King was 18st 4lbs 8oz in December 2018 and has decided to bulk up for the rematch in the early hours of Sunday.
Image: PA) PA)
The pair were kept apart after weighing in to avoid a repeat of the pushing and shoving when they last met on Wednesday and they stood, trading insults instead.
Fury has vowed to knock Wilder out to avoid being robbed by the judges like he was at the Los Angeles’ Staples Center.
Fury kept his top on to hide his chest and recent pictures show he is certainly not defined and he is more dad bod than Adonis with love handles.
Image: PA) PA)
Wilder looked rip by comparison and he is confident he will retain his title for a record 11th time to break the record for heavyweight defences he shares with Muhammad Ali.
Fury was cheered much more than Wilder by the audience in the Arena and the British fight fans have travelled here in their thousands to support him.
“All my fans are here to see the Gypsy King, let’s go to war!” he roared. “I’m ready to go.”
Image: PA) PA)
Wilder played down his weight gain and Fury’s size advantage, saying: “It really doesn’t matter at heavyweight. I’ve always had to fight bigger guys than me and his extra weight is only going to slow him down.
“Bring it on. As I said to him, don’t blink!
“I said to him he’s nervous. He’s changed his trainers, he’s dipping his hands in gasoline. I can’t wait. I told him 24 hours!”
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
BIG FIGHT ODDS Tyson Fury 10/11 Deontay Wilder 10/11 Draw 20/1 Click here to bet with bet365 *Odds subject to change
The pair being kept apart denied fans the traditional face-off between rivals at the weigh-in, meaning they will come face to face again for the next time in the ring.
Explaining the decision to keep the duo apart, NSAC executive director Bob Bennett told ESPN: "The reason the decision was made, on behalf of the commission, is because the press conference [on Wednesday] spoke for itself.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
"The actions of the two fighters pushing each other, which was not staged, is not indicative of the image of our sport as a major league sport, thus having a faceoff is not in the best interest in the health and safety of the fighters, the public and the event.
"And, quite frankly, that image, where you have two professional athletes pushing each other where somebody could get hurt, is not keeping with the image of a major league sport and we're a major league sport."


thedailymirror--2020-02-21--Noel Fielding will have final vote on Sandi Toksvig’s Bake Off replacement

Prue Leith has revealed Noel Fielding will be given the deciding vote on who will replace Sandi Toksvig as his Bake Off co-host .
Sandi , 61 , quit in January to focus on other work projects three years after she and Mighty Boosh star Noel , 46 , took over the telly favourite .
They replaced Mel Giedroyc , 51 , and Sue Perkins , 50 , when the show moved from BBC One to Channel 4 .
Prue , 80 , said : “ I wish we knew who the new presenter is .
`` We ’ ve @ @ @ @ @ @ @ OK the right person because if it does not work with Noel , it does not work .
“ Noel is very spiky and funny , Sandi was perfect for him , so it is really hard.
” In her parting statement Sandi said : “ Bake Off is a wonderful programme , which has proved it can happily withstand a change of hosting personnel .
“ The true stars are the bakers themselves .
I wish everyone well.
” Noel said : “ I feel like Tom without Jerry , Mick without @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gon na miss you and the wonderful times we got to play together in the tent.
” Talking as she launched her book The Vegetarian Kitchen at Chorleywood Memorial Hall , Herts , Prue said applying to go on the show is “ deliberately difficult ” .
She added that “ there must be 50,000 who tried ” last series .
• Bake Off is due to return in August .

EXCLUSIVE: After The Great British Bake Off's Sandi Toksvig announced she's leaving the show, Prue Leith has revealed Noel Fielding will be given the deciding vote on her replacement
Noel Fielding will have final vote on Sandi Toksvig’s Bake Off replacement
Prue Leith has revealed Noel Fielding will be given the deciding vote on who will replace Sandi Toksvig as his Bake Off co-host.
Sandi, 61, quit in January to focus on other work projects three years after she and Mighty Boosh star Noel, 46, took over the telly favourite.
They replaced Mel Giedroyc, 51, and Sue Perkins, 50, when the show moved from BBC One to Channel 4.
Prue, 80, said: “I wish we knew who the new presenter is.
"We’ve all promised that Noel has got to OK the right person because if it does not work with Noel, it does not work.
“Noel is very spiky and funny, Sandi was perfect for him, so it is really hard.”
Image: PA) PA)
Image: Channel 4) Channel 4)
In her parting statement Sandi said: “Bake Off is a wonderful programme, which has proved it can happily withstand a change of hosting personnel.
“The true stars are the bakers themselves. I wish everyone well.”
Noel said: “I feel like Tom without Jerry, Mick without a Keef.
"I’m gonna miss you and the wonderful times we got to play together in the tent.”
Talking as she launched her book The Vegetarian Kitchen at Chorleywood Memorial Hall, Herts, Prue said applying to go on the show is “deliberately difficult”.
She added that “there must be 50,000 who tried” last series.