thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Government says GCSE results will not be delayed on Thursday despite exam chaos

GCSE results in England will not be delayed this Thursday despite the chaos over last week 's A-level results , the government has said .
Downing Street refused to rule out a major U-turn over how results will be delivered , with Tory MPs expecting a statement at 4pm today .
But No10 said that would not include delaying GCSE results - a move that had been called for by a former Tory Education Secretary .
A Number 10 spokesman said .
`` We will not be delaying GCSE results . ''
No10 refused to rule out the prospect of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grades based on teacher assessments rather than an algorithm .
Several grandees had called for GCSE results to be delayed .
David Laws , executive chairman of the Education Policy Institute ( EPI ) think tank , called for a delay in GCSE results until Ofqual was confident that grades are `` fair and robust '' .
The former Liberal Democrat minister added : `` It 's clear this week that England faces a crisis of confidence in its exam grading , which is causing distress to students and uncertainty for schools , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ essential that GCSE grades are not published until Ofqual is confident that they are fair and robust , and will not lead to further speculation or uncertainty and a requirement for mass appeals . ''
Conservative former education secretary Lord Baker of Dorking , the architect of GCSEs , also urged ministers to delay GCSE results day until the problems with A-levels have been resolved .
Speaking on Monday , Conservative MP Stephen Hammond suggested that delaying GCSE results day `` probably is the right thing to do '' .
`` I am @ @ @ @ @ @ @ correct , '' he told Sky News .
Steve Chalke , founder of the Oasis Academy Trust , added : `` The pastoral disaster for young people , that is the biggest thing .
So now is the time to stop , to pause , to reflect . ''
`` I think there should be an apology for the A-levels , a humble apology , and I think that there should be a delay around the GCSEs because it is better to reflect on what has happened . ''

Speculation is mounting that students will get a major U-turn this afternoon - but the announcement won't include any delay to GCSE results, No10 said
Government says GCSE results will not be postponed or delayed on Thursday despite chaos
GCSE results in England will not be delayed this Thursday despite the chaos over last week's A-level results, the government has said.
Downing Street refused to rule out a major U-turn over how results will be delivered, with Tory MPs expecting a statement at 4pm today.
But No10 said that would not include delaying GCSE results - a move that had been called for by a former Tory Education Secretary.
A Number 10 spokesman said. "We will not be delaying GCSE results."
No10 refused to rule out the prospect of a Scottish-style U-turn - which would see grades based on teacher assessments rather than an algorithm.
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Several grandees had called for GCSE results to be delayed.
David Laws, executive chairman of the Education Policy Institute (EPI) think tank, called for a delay in GCSE results until Ofqual was confident that grades are "fair and robust".
The former Liberal Democrat minister added: "It's clear this week that England faces a crisis of confidence in its exam grading, which is causing distress to students and uncertainty for schools, colleges and universities.
"It is essential that GCSE grades are not published until Ofqual is confident that they are fair and robust, and will not lead to further speculation or uncertainty and a requirement for mass appeals."
Conservative former education secretary Lord Baker of Dorking, the architect of GCSEs, also urged ministers to delay GCSE results day until the problems with A-levels have been resolved.
Speaking on Monday, Conservative MP Stephen Hammond suggested that delaying GCSE results day "probably is the right thing to do".
"I am increasingly thinking that Lord Baker is probably correct," he told Sky News.
Steve Chalke, founder of the Oasis Academy Trust, added: "The pastoral disaster for young people, that is the biggest thing. So now is the time to stop, to pause, to reflect."
"I think there should be an apology for the A-levels, a humble apology, and I think that there should be a delay around the GCSEs because it is better to reflect on what has happened."


thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Brits told 'do not go to shops' on way to post-holiday quarantine

People entering quarantine when returning from the UK should not make one last food shopping trip , the Government has confirmed .
The news , which comes as Brits scramble back from holidays in France , Spain and other countries previously on the safe list , follows reports that suggested people were allowed to stop off and buy the essentials they may need for their two-week lockdown .
A government source told The Telegraph that people were allowed to go to the supermarket on the way home from the airport , train station or ferry port .
But today the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going to a supermarket on your way home from the airport or port would breach the rules - and could leave you on the hook for £1000 fine .
The spokesman said people `` should not stop '' at shops and should go home .
At the end of last week , the government announced that France , the Netherlands and several other countries were being added to the quarantine list .
Those who arrived back in the UK after that point have been left to figure out how to juggle work , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A government source told The Telegraph that people were allowed to go to the supermarket on the way home from the airport , train station or ferry port .
As taking children to school is also off the cards , parents will not be fined if their kids rack up days of absence .
It came as fears emerged that more countries could be added to the list of countries previously thought safe - torpedoing family holidays .
Asked if Greece and Croatia could be added to the list a No 10 spokesman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ these rules under constant review and we publish a list of the countries and territories that we are concerned about .
You 'll have seen the last update as of last week . ''
Asked whether Greece and its islands would count as one country for quarantine rule purposes , he added : `` As I say , we will continue to keep data for all countries and territories under constant review .
We update the list on a weekly basis . ''

Despite earlier reports that you could stop on the way home - No 10 have confirmed that doing so could leave you breaking the rules and eligible to be fined £1000
Brits told 'do not go to shops' on way to post-holiday quarantine
People entering quarantine when returning from the UK should not make one last food shopping trip, the Government has confirmed.
The news, which comes as Brits scramble back from holidays in France, Spain and other countries previously on the safe list, follows reports that suggested people were allowed to stop off and buy the essentials they may need for their two-week lockdown.
A government source told The Telegraph that people were allowed to go to the supermarket on the way home from the airport, train station or ferry port.
But today the Prime Minister's deputy spokesman warned that going to a supermarket on your way home from the airport or port would breach the rules - and could leave you on the hook for £1000 fine.
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The spokesman said people "should not stop" at shops and should go home.
At the end of last week, the government announced that France, the Netherlands and several other countries were being added to the quarantine list.
Those who arrived back in the UK after that point have been left to figure out how to juggle work, childcare and everyday tasks like shopping.
A government source told The Telegraph that people were allowed to go to the supermarket on the way home from the airport, train station or ferry port.
As taking children to school is also off the cards, parents will not be fined if their kids rack up days of absence.
It came as fears emerged that more countries could be added to the list of countries previously thought safe - torpedoing family holidays.
Asked if Greece and Croatia could be added to the list a No 10 spokesman said: "We continue to keep these rules under constant review and we publish a list of the countries and territories that we are concerned about. You'll have seen the last update as of last week."
Asked whether Greece and its islands would count as one country for quarantine rule purposes, he added: "As I say, we will continue to keep data for all countries and territories under constant review. We update the list on a weekly basis."


thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Barcelona star Luis Suarez 'lined up for sensational transfer return to Ajax'

Barcelona striker Luis Suarez is reportedly being lined up for a sensational return to former club Ajax this summer .
The 33-year-old Uruguayan is among a host of stars believed to be up for sale by Barca following their humiliating Champions League exit at the hands of Bayern Munich .
Suarez scored in Friday 's defeat but could do little to save his side as they were thrashed 8-2 by the German champions .
Despite rising to third in Barca 's all-time scoring list this season , Suarez could now be offloaded having already entered the final year of his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ajax are keen on re-signing the forward , who will no doubt have no shortage of potential suitors if he were to move on .
Suarez shot to prominence at Ajax after spells with Nacional and Groningen .
He amassed 111 goals in 159 matches in an impressive three-and-a-half year spell at the Amsterdam Arena , which earned him a move to Liverpool in 2011 .
Now almost a decade on he could be set to make a comeback , with Ajax chief Marc Overmars believed to be liasing with Barcelona over a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a real coup for Ajax despite his advancing years .
This season the striker has been in decent form , scoring 21 times in 36 appearances while overcoming a couple of injury issues .
Barca have identified Suarez as one of several big names who they are looking to offload as they plan a major overhaul of their aging squad .
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Defenders Jordi Alba and Gerard Pique are also set to be sold along with midfielder Sergio @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year remaining on his current deal but he would be entitled to a further year through a clause in his contract , providing he plays 60 per cent of Barca 's games in the season ahead .
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Suarez is one of the aging stars at the Nou Camp who could be axed by Barcelona as part of a major squad overhaul, and Ajax are already eyeing a swoop for the striker
Barcelona striker Luis Suarez is reportedly being lined up for a sensational return to former club Ajax this summer.
The 33-year-old Uruguayan is among a host of stars believed to be up for sale by Barca following their humiliating Champions League exit at the hands of Bayern Munich.
Suarez scored in Friday's defeat but could do little to save his side as they were thrashed 8-2 by the German champions.
Despite rising to third in Barca's all-time scoring list this season, Suarez could now be offloaded having already entered the final year of his contract.
Foot Mercato report Dutch giants Ajax are keen on re-signing the forward, who will no doubt have no shortage of potential suitors if he were to move on.
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Suarez shot to prominence at Ajax after spells with Nacional and Groningen.
He amassed 111 goals in 159 matches in an impressive three-and-a-half year spell at the Amsterdam Arena, which earned him a move to Liverpool in 2011.
Now almost a decade on he could be set to make a comeback, with Ajax chief Marc Overmars believed to be liasing with Barcelona over a possible deal.
Signing Suarez would represent a real coup for Ajax despite his advancing years.
This season the striker has been in decent form, scoring 21 times in 36 appearances while overcoming a couple of injury issues.
Barca have identified Suarez as one of several big names who they are looking to offload as they plan a major overhaul of their aging squad.
Are Barcelona wise to get rid of Luis Suarez now? Have your say below.
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Defenders Jordi Alba and Gerard Pique are also set to be sold along with midfielder Sergio Busquets.
Suarez may only have a year remaining on his current deal but he would be entitled to a further year through a clause in his contract, providing he plays 60 per cent of Barca's games in the season ahead.
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thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Hearn warns Fury that avoiding Whyte could derail Joshua fight

Eddie Hearn has warned that Anthony Joshua ’ s priority is to fight the WBC champion - whether that is Tyson Fury or not .
Joshua and Fury have agreed a deal in principle to fight twice for the undisputed heavyweight world title .
Fury currently holds the WBC belt but will be ordered to face the winner of Saturday ’ s Fight Camp clash between Dillian Whyte and Alexander Povetkin .
His promoter , Frank Warren , has suggested the Gypsy King has no interest in a bout with Whyte , who has waited over 1000 days for his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could see Fury stripped of the WBC belt - and Hearn says that would mean he is no longer Joshua ’ s priority .
Asked about Frank Warren ’ s comments that Fury has no interest in fighting Whyte , Hearn replied : “ I don ’ t see why not .
`` If he doesn ’ t fight Wilder , and he ’ s got a mandatory in Dillian Whyte , and it ’ s a huge fight which does probably two million pay-per-view buys , why wouldn ’ t you do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is that Anthony Joshua wants to win the WBC world title .
Whoever is the WBC world champion he will be fighting .
“ If Tyson Fury is the guy , he ’ ll fight Tyson Fury .
If Deontay Wilder ’ s the guy , he ’ ll fight Deontay Wilder .
“ If Dillian Whyte is the guy and Tyson Fury vacates , he ’ ll fight Dillian Whyte .
“ Right now , Dillian Whyte is in a golden position , actually , but he has to win next week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fight for his career.
” Asked if there is scope for the agreement in principle between Fury and Joshua to change , Hearn added : “ They ’ ve ( Joshua and Fury ) just got to keep winning .
“ The deal is done and everyone has agreed there ’ s going to be two fights , but there ’ s this eight or nine months in the middle .
“ There ’ s going to be ups and downs and uncertainties , maybe a few defeats and maybe it all gets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that jigsaw is next Saturday.
” Joshua must first deal with his IBF mandatory challenger , Kubrat Pulev , in a fight Hearn says will happen in 2020 whether in front of fans or not .
“ AJ is prepared to fight behind closed doors because he wants to progress his career , ” Hearn said .
“ He needs to fight .
“ We want to bring crowds back , obviously , because boxing is better with crowds , there ’ s no doubt about it , and also it ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ terms of revenue .
“ We ’ re desperate for crowds to return but we will continue to innovate and invest to make sure that our fighters can develop and the sport can continue to grow.
” Asked if he will be willing to put Joshua in the ring behind closed doors , Hearn replied : “ Yeah , of course .
Listen , it ’ s an adaptation of the numbers and it ’ s up to me to try and replace that revenue .
“ I don ’ t like the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his whole career on 90,000 , 80,000 crowds , fighting behind closed doors .
“ But these are unprecedented times , and we won ’ t let them affect the development of him as a fighter .
“ So he will fight this year , either behind closed doors or in front of crowds , but I ’ m very confident it will be in front of crowds .
”

ANTHONY JOSHUA UNLOADS SOME FURY ON THE HEAVY BAG AHEAD OF PULEV TEST
ANTHONY JOSHUA UNLOADS SOME FURY ON THE HEAVY BAG AHEAD OF PULEV TEST
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua are set to face Deontay Wilder and Kubrat Pulev respectively later this year and have agreed in principle a two-fight deal to face each other thereafter
Eddie Hearn has warned that Anthony Joshua’s priority is to fight the WBC champion - whether that is Tyson Fury or not.
Joshua and Fury have agreed a deal in principle to fight twice for the undisputed heavyweight world title.
Fury currently holds the WBC belt but will be ordered to face the winner of Saturday’s Fight Camp clash between Dillian Whyte and Alexander Povetkin.
His promoter, Frank Warren, has suggested the Gypsy King has no interest in a bout with Whyte, who has waited over 1000 days for his shot at the world title.
That could see Fury stripped of the WBC belt - and Hearn says that would mean he is no longer Joshua’s priority.
Image: Mark Robinson) Mark Robinson)
Asked about Frank Warren’s comments that Fury has no interest in fighting Whyte, Hearn replied: “I don’t see why not.
"If he doesn’t fight Wilder, and he’s got a mandatory in Dillian Whyte, and it’s a huge fight which does probably two million pay-per-view buys, why wouldn’t you do the fight?
“The bottom line is that Anthony Joshua wants to win the WBC world title. Whoever is the WBC world champion he will be fighting.
“If Tyson Fury is the guy, he’ll fight Tyson Fury. If Deontay Wilder ’s the guy, he’ll fight Deontay Wilder.
“If Dillian Whyte is the guy and Tyson Fury vacates, he’ll fight Dillian Whyte.
“Right now, Dillian Whyte is in a golden position, actually, but he has to win next week. It’s such a massive fight for his career.”
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Asked if there is scope for the agreement in principle between Fury and Joshua to change, Hearn added: “They’ve (Joshua and Fury) just got to keep winning.
“The deal is done and everyone has agreed there’s going to be two fights, but there’s this eight or nine months in the middle.
“There’s going to be ups and downs and uncertainties, maybe a few defeats and maybe it all gets derailed, but the first part of that jigsaw is next Saturday.”
Joshua must first deal with his IBF mandatory challenger, Kubrat Pulev, in a fight Hearn says will happen in 2020 whether in front of fans or not.
“AJ is prepared to fight behind closed doors because he wants to progress his career,” Hearn said. “He needs to fight.
Image: Action Images via Reuters) Action Images via Reuters)
“We want to bring crowds back, obviously, because boxing is better with crowds, there’s no doubt about it, and also it’s a significant part of the pot in terms of revenue.
“We’re desperate for crowds to return but we will continue to innovate and invest to make sure that our fighters can develop and the sport can continue to grow.”
Asked if he will be willing to put Joshua in the ring behind closed doors, Hearn replied: “Yeah, of course. Listen, it’s an adaptation of the numbers and it’s up to me to try and replace that revenue.
“I don’t like the idea of AJ, who has built his whole career on 90,000, 80,000 crowds, fighting behind closed doors.
“But these are unprecedented times, and we won’t let them affect the development of him as a fighter.
“So he will fight this year, either behind closed doors or in front of crowds, but I’m very confident it will be in front of crowds.”


thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Camilla Thurlow cradles blossoming bump as she struggles through third trimester

Camilla Thurlow has detailed her pregnancy struggles as she revealed her growing baby bump in a stunning new snap .
The former Love Island babe is expecting her first child with longterm boyfriend Jamie Jewitt , with just weeks to go until their bundle of joy arrives .
Taking to Instagram on Monday , Camilla showcased her bare bump while opening up about her experiences with third trimester sickness .
The 31-year-old appeared to be glowing in the gorgeous photograph which saw her cradle her blossoming bump after reaching the 30-week mark of her pregnancy .
The reality TV star @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a simple grey sports bra and a pair of matching joggers .
Camilla cast a huge grin across her face , but admitted that her pregnancy journey has n't been an easy one .
The Love Island favourite opened up about her struggle with nausea and fatigue as she admitted that `` the last couple of weeks have n't been all smiles ! ''
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`` Looking pretty happy in this photo , but if I ’ m honest the last couple of weeks haven ’ t been all smiles with the onset @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wrote .
`` This just so happened to coincide with some very hot weather and a busy work spell .
`` After a couple of weeks of nausea and little sleep I wasn ’ t sure what to do .
I would read outdated blogs and forum threads but I couldn ’ t find anyone to actually talk to . ''
Thankfully , the beauty found the help she needed in a pregnancy app called peanut which she encouraged all new mums to download .
Camilla and Jamie announced to fans they were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ May .
They broke the news on social media with a video featuring their friends and family as they proudly showed off their baby scan .
Camilla penned : `` So @ jamiejewitt_ and I have managed to make something pretty special and we 're not talking about the video ... # 17weeks # October2020 . ''
The pair became one of the ITV2 dating show 's biggest success stories after reaching the final of the show three years ago .
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Jamie Jewitt and Camilla Thurlow announce they're having a baby in cute video with their dogs
Jamie Jewitt and Camilla Thurlow announce they're having a baby in cute video with their dogs
Former Love Island star Camilla Thurlow has detailed her pregnancy struggles after suffering with severe nausea and tiredness as she reaches her third trimester
Glowing Camilla Thurlow cradles blossoming bump as she struggles through third trimester
Camilla Thurlow has detailed her pregnancy struggles as she revealed her growing baby bump in a stunning new snap.
The former Love Island babe is expecting her first child with longterm boyfriend Jamie Jewitt, with just weeks to go until their bundle of joy arrives.
Taking to Instagram on Monday, Camilla showcased her bare bump while opening up about her experiences with third trimester sickness.
The 31-year-old appeared to be glowing in the gorgeous photograph which saw her cradle her blossoming bump after reaching the 30-week mark of her pregnancy.
The reality TV star showcased her natural beauty as she rocked a simple grey sports bra and a pair of matching joggers.
Image: camillathurlow/Instagram) camillathurlow/Instagram)
Camilla cast a huge grin across her face, but admitted that her pregnancy journey hasn't been an easy one.
The Love Island favourite opened up about her struggle with nausea and fatigue as she admitted that "the last couple of weeks haven't been all smiles!".
"Looking pretty happy in this photo, but if I’m honest the last couple of weeks haven’t been all smiles with the onset of third trimester sickness," she wrote.
Image: Camilla Thurlow/Instagram) Camilla Thurlow/Instagram)
"This just so happened to coincide with some very hot weather and a busy work spell.
"After a couple of weeks of nausea and little sleep I wasn’t sure what to do. I would read outdated blogs and forum threads but I couldn’t find anyone to actually talk to."
Thankfully, the beauty found the help she needed in a pregnancy app called peanut which she encouraged all new mums to download.
Camilla and Jamie announced to fans they were expecting their first child together back in May.
Image: DIGITAL/EROTEME.CO.UK) DIGITAL/EROTEME.CO.UK)
They broke the news on social media with a video featuring their friends and family as they proudly showed off their baby scan.
Camilla penned: "So @jamiejewitt_ and I have managed to make something pretty special and we're not talking about the video... #17weeks #October2020."
The pair became one of the ITV2 dating show's biggest success stories after reaching the final of the show three years ago.
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thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Ryanair reduces flights to France and Spain as pandemic uncertainty continues

Ryanair has announced that it will be reducing its flight capacity by 20 % in September and October .
The budget airline says that the move comes as bookings have `` notably weakened '' during the last 10 days , with uncertainty around the rising numbers of coronavirus cases in some EU countries .
The company will be reducing the number of flights to destinations including Spain , France and Sweden , due to travel restrictions imposed after a rise in cases in these countries .
In fact , at the time of writing the FCO advises against travel to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ islands ) , and last week it added France , the Netherlands and Malta to the list .
Brits returning from these countries will need to quarantine for 14 days .
It 's worth noting that these routes wo n't close completely , but there will be a reduced service .
The airline says that it will be contacting any passengers affected by the changes .
A Ryanair spokesperson said : `` These capacity cuts and frequency reductions for the months of Sept & Oct are necessary given the recent weakness in forward @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number of EU countries .
`` Any affected passengers in September received email notification earlier today advising them of their options .
`` Similar communications will be issued to the small number of affected passengers in October later today .
`` Over the past two weeks as a number of EU countries have raised travel restrictions , forward bookings especially for business travel into September & October have been negatively affected , and it makes sense to reduce frequencies so that we tailor our capacity to demand over the next two months .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ effective tracing ( as is being conducted in Germany and Italy ) is the only realistic and proportionate method of supervising safe intra-EU air travel while effectively limiting the spread of the Covid-19 virus . ''

Ryanair is reducing flights to France, Spain and Sweden amidst a fall of bookings during the pandemic
Ryanair has announced that it will be reducing its flight capacity by 20% in September and October.
The budget airline says that the move comes as bookings have "notably weakened" during the last 10 days, with uncertainty around the rising numbers of coronavirus cases in some EU countries.
The company will be reducing the number of flights to destinations including Spain, France and Sweden, due to travel restrictions imposed after a rise in cases in these countries.
In fact, at the time of writing the FCO advises against travel to Spain (including the Canary and Balearic islands), and last week it added France, the Netherlands and Malta to the list.
Brits returning from these countries will need to quarantine for 14 days.
Image: PA) PA)
It's worth noting that these routes won't close completely, but there will be a reduced service.
The airline says that it will be contacting any passengers affected by the changes.
A Ryanair spokesperson said: "These capacity cuts and frequency reductions for the months of Sept & Oct are necessary given the recent weakness in forward bookings due to Covid restrictions in a number of EU countries.
"Any affected passengers in September received email notification earlier today advising them of their options.
"Similar communications will be issued to the small number of affected passengers in October later today.
"Over the past two weeks as a number of EU countries have raised travel restrictions, forward bookings especially for business travel into September & October have been negatively affected, and it makes sense to reduce frequencies so that we tailor our capacity to demand over the next two months.
"Proper testing at airports, and effective tracing (as is being conducted in Germany and Italy) is the only realistic and proportionate method of supervising safe intra-EU air travel while effectively limiting the spread of the Covid-19 virus."


thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Amazon Music offers an Echo Dot and two months of music from just £20.97

Now we ’ re working from home more , some of us find listening to a bit of music is the perfect way to make the day more bearable and if you ’ re one of those people then listen up as Amazon Music has a special offer on right now .
New subscribers to the streaming service can get an an Echo Dot and two months of music for £24.97 - or only £20.97 if you ’ re a Prime member .
This promotional offer is valid until today , 17th August 2020 so you ’ ll need to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to £45 when buying the Dot and two months of Amazon Music .
After the two months , you ’ ll be charged just £7.99 a month which you can change or cancel at anytime .
To make the most of this offer , you can sign up right here .
Now you might be thinking what is Amazon Music Unlimited ?
Well it ’ s Amazon ’ s premium music streaming service offering customers unlimited access to 60 million songs including the latest and greatest albums , and thousands of playlists and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ songs to listen to offline – all ad-free .
Amazon Music Unlimited customers have access to exclusive voice control on Alexa-enabled devices .
With Alexa , you can control your music with just your voice .
Simply ask Alexa for any song or artist you want to hear .
If you don ’ t know exactly what you want to listen to , then you can ask Alexa to play something for a mood or occasion as well as from any era or genre .
And the Echo Dot is so small , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your music out loud in your bedroom , livingroom , office or even kitchen whilst you ’ re cooking .
It also comes in four gorgeous colours so can suit a variety of homes .
This device is Amazon ’ s most popular smart speaker - and it now has a fabric design with improved speaker for a richer and louder sound .
You can stream songs from Amazon Music , Apple Music , Spotify , TuneIn and others .
You can also listen to audiobooks from Audible - perfect for story time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can ask your Dot to play play music , answer questions , read the news , check the weather , set alarms , control compatible smart home devices and more .
Did you know you can even turn on lights , adjust thermostats , lock doors and more , with compatible connected devices ?
These are just a few of the things Amazon ’ s Echo Dot and benefits you can get with Amazon Music so why not give it a try now ?
You never know , it might just make your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and bring a sense of normality to your life too .

New subscribers to the streaming service will get a device and music for £24.97 or £20.97 if you’re a Prime customer. After the two months, you’ll be charged £7.99 to carry on or you can cancel or change your subscription at anytime
Amazon Music offers an Echo Dot and two months of music from just £20.97
Now we’re working from home more, some of us find listening to a bit of music is the perfect way to make the day more bearable and if you’re one of those people then listen up as Amazon Music has a special offer on right now.
New subscribers to the streaming service can get an an Echo Dot and two months of music for £24.97 - or only £20.97 if you’re a Prime member. This promotional offer is valid until today, 17th August 2020 so you’ll need to be quick.
You can save up to £45 when buying the Dot and two months of Amazon Music. After the two months, you’ll be charged just £7.99 a month which you can change or cancel at anytime.
To make the most of this offer, you can sign up right here.
Now you might be thinking what is Amazon Music Unlimited? Well it’s Amazon’s premium music streaming service offering customers unlimited access to 60 million songs including the latest and greatest albums, and thousands of playlists and stations.
Customers can stream or download songs to listen to offline – all ad-free. Amazon Music Unlimited customers have access to exclusive voice control on Alexa-enabled devices. With Alexa, you can control your music with just your voice.
Simply ask Alexa for any song or artist you want to hear. If you don’t know exactly what you want to listen to, then you can ask Alexa to play something for a mood or occasion as well as from any era or genre.
And the Echo Dot is so small, it’s ideal for listening to your music out loud in your bedroom, livingroom, office or even kitchen whilst you’re cooking. It also comes in four gorgeous colours so can suit a variety of homes.
This device is Amazon’s most popular smart speaker - and it now has a fabric design with improved speaker for a richer and louder sound.
You can stream songs from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, TuneIn and others. You can also listen to audiobooks from Audible - perfect for story time with children.
Using Alexa, you can ask your Dot to play play music, answer questions, read the news, check the weather, set alarms, control compatible smart home devices and more.
Did you know you can even turn on lights, adjust thermostats, lock doors and more, with compatible connected devices?
These are just a few of the things Amazon’s Echo Dot and benefits you can get with Amazon Music so why not give it a try now? You never know, it might just make your working from home balance that bit easier and bring a sense of normality to your life too.


thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Bar manager suffers horrific burns from huge fryer explosion at beachfront bar

A burns victim has shown off his shocking injuries after a huge explosion at a beachfront bar in an area packed with tourists .
General manager of The Balcony Bar and Kitchen Scott Halliday , 32 , was flown to hospital with serious injuries after the blaze which started in an industrial fryer .
Two others suffered minor injuries as fire crews were called to the tourism hotspot of St Ives in Cornwall last Thursday .
Witnesses say they heard 'screams ' coming from the kitchen and feared people were trapped as a large smoke cloud was seen billowing over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time since the incident , Scott posted a plea for people to donate to the Devon Air Ambulance which landed on the beach and came to his aid .
And he posted pictures showing what he described as the `` good burns '' , which are expected to fully heal .
However he revealed he also suffered severe burns which will require skin grafts .
Alongside the images , Scott , of Hayle , Cornwall , wrote : `` I 'm finding it extremely hard to even write this status .
Physically and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reach out to every single person that has made contact with myself , my beautiful wife , my parents or my brothers since the tragic accident on Thursday .
`` I seriously do n't think I 'd be laid here now , fighting with every thing I 've got , if it was n't for you guys !
!
`` The support has been unreal and something I will never forget and I 'll cherish it always !
`` Here are some photos , to give you an idea of what I 'm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'm calling 'good burns ' as should heal by themselves with time .
`` The other burns I 'm looking at need skin grafts .
`` Thanks again for all the messages , if I have n't replied it 's only because it 's hard too .
`` Please share my status to spread awareness and please donate to the air ambulance . ''
Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service were first called at 3.20pm and said the blaze came from an industrial fryer unit .
Part of the beach , which was packed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ access while the rescue was taking place , according to a witness .
Chloe Emery , 26 , manager at the neighbouring Beach Cafe Bar , said : `` I saw black smoke so I called the fire brigade , I do n't know how long it took for them to arrive because I was making sure everyone here was ok. '' It was just a small amount and it dissipated quite quickly , it was coming from the kitchen .
`` There was clearly someone in pain .
`` I 'm friends @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I 'm worried about them .
I hope everyone is ok. '' Madeleine Wileman , 22 , also from Beach Cafe Bar , added : `` We heard screams and thought that people were trapped .
`` It was disturbing . ''
After his Facebook post hundreds of comments were left wishing Scott a speedy recovery .
Among them was Dan Chater who wrote : `` Well done , brave of you to share this .
All the best to you with a quick recovery . ''
Marion Willmott added : `` Lots @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you recover soon . ''
His donation appeal has already raised more than £3000 , you can donate here .

Scott Halliday, 32, was airlifted to hospital in Devon after a fryer explosion at The Balcony Bar and Kitchen in St Ives left him with serious burns
A burns victim has shown off his shocking injuries after a huge explosion at a beachfront bar in an area packed with tourists.
General manager of The Balcony Bar and Kitchen Scott Halliday, 32, was flown to hospital with serious injuries after the blaze which started in an industrial fryer.
Two others suffered minor injuries as fire crews were called to the tourism hotspot of St Ives in Cornwall last Thursday.
Witnesses say they heard 'screams' coming from the kitchen and feared people were trapped as a large smoke cloud was seen billowing over the waterfront.
Speaking for the first time since the incident, Scott posted a plea for people to donate to the Devon Air Ambulance which landed on the beach and came to his aid.
Image: Cornwall Live) Cornwall Live) Image: Scott Halliday / SWNS) Scott Halliday / SWNS)
And he posted pictures showing what he described as the "good burns", which are expected to fully heal.
However he revealed he also suffered severe burns which will require skin grafts.
Alongside the images, Scott, of Hayle, Cornwall, wrote: "I'm finding it extremely hard to even write this status. Physically and emotionally.
"I just wanted to reach out to every single person that has made contact with myself, my beautiful wife, my parents or my brothers since the tragic accident on Thursday.
"I seriously don't think I'd be laid here now, fighting with every thing I've got, if it wasn't for you guys!!
"The support has been unreal and something I will never forget and I'll cherish it always!
"Here are some photos, to give you an idea of what I'm up against. These are what I'm calling 'good burns' as should heal by themselves with time.
"The other burns I'm looking at need skin grafts.
Image: Scott Halliday / SWNS) Scott Halliday / SWNS)
"Thanks again for all the messages, if I haven't replied it's only because it's hard too.
"Please share my status to spread awareness and please donate to the air ambulance."
Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service were first called at 3.20pm and said the blaze came from an industrial fryer unit.
Part of the beach, which was packed with tourists and locals, had restricted access while the rescue was taking place, according to a witness.
Chloe Emery, 26, manager at the neighbouring Beach Cafe Bar, said: "I saw black smoke so I called the fire brigade, I don't know how long it took for them to arrive because I was making sure everyone here was ok.
"It was just a small amount and it dissipated quite quickly, it was coming from the kitchen.
"There was clearly someone in pain.
"I'm friends with the people who work there and I'm worried about them. I hope everyone is ok."
Madeleine Wileman, 22, also from Beach Cafe Bar, added: "We heard screams and thought that people were trapped.
"It was disturbing."
Image: Scott Halliday / SWNS) Scott Halliday / SWNS) Image: Scott Halliday / SWNS) Scott Halliday / SWNS)
After his Facebook post hundreds of comments were left wishing Scott a speedy recovery.
Among them was Dan Chater who wrote: "Well done, brave of you to share this. All the best to you with a quick recovery."
Marion Willmott added: "Lots of people rooting for you and hoping you recover soon."
His donation appeal has already raised more than £3000, you can donate here.


thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Loose Women's Carol McGiffin admits cancer fears as appointments are cancelled

Loose Women star Carol McGiffin has revealed she is losing sleep over fears her cancer will return .
The 60-year-old was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014 and lost her sister Tracy aged 53 to the disease in 2017 .
While Carol passed the five years to be considered in remission last November , she said the cancer she had was not treatable with hormone treatment .
This means the cancer could return at any minute , she said , but treatments are currently being delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic .
`` It really is making me ill with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a while there has n't been any other illness really , I know people who 've had their trials cancelled , treatments cancelled or delayed , and there is such a backlog , I 'm not sure how they are going to catch up with it , '' she said .
`` I had breast cancer , it was a triple negative tumour which is the kind that ca n't be treated with hormone therapy , so it 's likely it will come back one day .
`` I have got three or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because of my cancer , because if they are not monitored they could easily turn into something , and all of those appointment I should 've had February March April ... June , all were cancelled and none were rebooked , '' she added .
`` I have got things that could potentially be cancerous , and stress i am suffering because of cancer , the lockdown , coronavirus , all of it .
`` Worry and stress is a big contributor to cancer , and I do worry a hell of a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that stress and worry about not being able to get it checked , will have exacerbated it . ''
Carol 's fellow Loose Women panelist Coleen Nolan lost her sister Bernie to cancer and two of her sisters Linda and Anne are currently battling the disease .
She said she was considering a double mastectomy and that doctors were trying to figure out what gene the family appears to carry that transmits the cancer .
She explained that doctors believe it is no coincidence that the family have been so affected by the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene which is normally associated with breast and ovarian cancer .

Carol McGiffin says her cancer could easily return but all her hospital appointments had been cancelled due to the lockdown
Loose Women star Carol McGiffin has revealed she is losing sleep over fears her cancer will return.
The 60-year-old was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014 and lost her sister Tracy aged 53 to the disease in 2017.
While Carol passed the five years to be considered in remission last November, she said the cancer she had was not treatable with hormone treatment.
This means the cancer could return at any minute, she said, but treatments are currently being delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Image: ITV) ITV)
"It really is making me ill with the stress of it all, for a while there hasn't been any other illness really, I know people who've had their trials cancelled, treatments cancelled or delayed, and there is such a backlog, I'm not sure how they are going to catch up with it," she said.
"People will definitely die.
"I had breast cancer, it was a triple negative tumour which is the kind that can't be treated with hormone therapy, so it's likely it will come back one day.
Image: ITV) ITV)
"I have got three or four conditions that need to be monitored because of my cancer, because if they are not monitored they could easily turn into something, and all of those appointment I should've had February March April... June, all were cancelled and none were rebooked," she added.
"I have got things that could potentially be cancerous, and stress i am suffering because of cancer, the lockdown, coronavirus, all of it.
"Worry and stress is a big contributor to cancer, and I do worry a hell of a lot if I have got something, that stress and worry about not being able to get it checked, will have exacerbated it."
Carol's fellow Loose Women panelist Coleen Nolan lost her sister Bernie to cancer and two of her sisters Linda and Anne are currently battling the disease.
She said she was considering a double mastectomy and that doctors were trying to figure out what gene the family appears to carry that transmits the cancer.
She explained that doctors believe it is no coincidence that the family have been so affected by the cancer, but they do not have the BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene which is normally associated with breast and ovarian cancer.
* Loose Women airs weekdays on ITV at 12:30pm


thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Kylie Jenner's real face exposed in collection of rare make-up free snaps

Kylie Jenner unveiled her real face to fans as she posed up for some rare make up free selfies .
The reality TV beauty , 23 , who has amassed her fortune from her cosmetics and skincare lines , is rarely seen without a full face of make-up but she gave fans a glimpse of her fresh face sans contour , blush , mascara and lip gloss on Instagram over the weekend .
The mother-of-one bared all as she took to her stories on Sunday to share snaps of herself glam free , followed by a video where she was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wearing a dressing gown in the photos and footage as she posed in the mirror .
She penned atop of the images , that showed her real face : `` Before ... . ''
The style icon then uploaded a video that saw her modelling a face of make up and perfectly styled hair and wrote : `` After '' Last week , the Keeping Up With The Kardashians star was mocked by fans over her reported plastic surgery after sister Khloe Kardashian asked her how she looks so `` cute '' in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ snap with her 188 million followers , Kylie looked sensational as she posed to mark the launch of her new Kylie Skin products .
Around her were magical blush pink aesthetic decorations , including beautiful pink and white flower displays .
And after seeing the snap , her sister Khloe rushed to the comments section to gush over Kylie 's stunning appearance .
She asked : `` How are you this cute ? ''
But her comments was overshadowed by comments from others , who put Kylie on blast as they accused her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ replied : `` Coz of all those AMAZING surgeons , '' while another agreed , writing : `` Think you know the answer Khloe ... '' A third wrote : `` Because of the surgeries dear one . ''
While a fourth added : `` Surgeries !
What else ? ''
Kylie has always strenuously denied ever having any surgery and previously claimed her hourglass figure and perfect face was down to clever wardrobe tricks and expertly applied make-up .
In a 2019 interview with Paper Magazine , Kylie said : `` People @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and completely reconstructed my face , which is completely false .
`` I 'm terrified !
I would never .
They do n't understand what good hair and makeup and , like , fillers , can really do . ''
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Keeping Up With The Kardashians star Kylie Jenner hardly ever flaunts her face without it being enhanced with a palette of expertly applied make-up
Kylie Jenner unveiled her real face to fans as she posed up for some rare make up free selfies.
The reality TV beauty, 23, who has amassed her fortune from her cosmetics and skincare lines, is rarely seen without a full face of make-up but she gave fans a glimpse of her fresh face sans contour, blush, mascara and lip gloss on Instagram over the weekend.
The mother-of-one bared all as she took to her stories on Sunday to share snaps of herself glam free, followed by a video where she was completely made-up.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Kylie could be seen wearing a dressing gown in the photos and footage as she posed in the mirror.
She penned atop of the images, that showed her real face: "Before...."
The style icon then uploaded a video that saw her modelling a face of make up and perfectly styled hair and wrote: "After"
Last week, the Keeping Up With The Kardashians star was mocked by fans over her reported plastic surgery after sister Khloe Kardashian asked her how she looks so "cute" in a photo she uploaded.
Sharing a snap with her 188 million followers, Kylie looked sensational as she posed to mark the launch of her new Kylie Skin products.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Around her were magical blush pink aesthetic decorations, including beautiful pink and white flower displays.
And after seeing the snap, her sister Khloe rushed to the comments section to gush over Kylie's stunning appearance.
She asked: "How are you this cute?"
But her comments was overshadowed by comments from others, who put Kylie on blast as they accused her of undergoing plastic surgery.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Image: kyliejenner/Instagram) kyliejenner/Instagram)
One troll replied: "Coz of all those AMAZING surgeons," while another agreed, writing: "Think you know the answer Khloe..."
A third wrote: "Because of the surgeries dear one."
While a fourth added: "Surgeries! What else?"
Kylie has always strenuously denied ever having any surgery and previously claimed her hourglass figure and perfect face was down to clever wardrobe tricks and expertly applied make-up.
In a 2019 interview with Paper Magazine, Kylie said: "People think I fully went under the knife and completely reconstructed my face, which is completely false.
"I'm terrified! I would never. They don't understand what good hair and makeup and, like, fillers, can really do."
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thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Woman shares 'odd' symptoms she experienced before cancer diagnosis aged three

A woman who beat cancer when she was a toddler has shared the 'odd ' symptoms she experienced before her diagnosis .
Emily Maylin , 27 , from Ongar , was told she had leukemia aged just three after suffering a bout of chicken pox .
Everything had been fine until her mum Jenny noticed she seemed to be taking longer than normal to recover .
Her skin had become a sickly pale and she was unusually tired - not her usual bouncy self , reports EssexLive .
When Emily 's hand started to swell up , her parents knew @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trip to the hospital sent Emily to Addenbrooke 's Hospital in Cambridge for blood tests which came back with news they could never have prepared themselves for .
Emily was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia , a blood cancer which can progress quickly and aggressively .
For the next two years of her life , Emily was in hospital with her family having chemotherapy and treatment .
As the youngest child of four , Emily was the last of her siblings to get chicken pox .
Jenny had no initial concerns when Emily @ @ @ @ @ @ @ become worried when she was n't improving .
`` She had that period of chicken pox and did n't seem to recover , '' the 69-year-old said .
`` All my other children had got better but Emily did n't get back to herself .
But there was nothing particularly noticeable , although she was falling asleep a lot .
`` What led us to the diagnosis was she had a swollen hand .
We took her to the doctors and they could n't see anything on her hand that seemed to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the things which made me query at the doctors was why she was so pale , her skin was almost translucent .
`` We were sent home to keep an eye but I went back next day because her hand was getting worse and there were red blotches up her arm .
They sent her for a blood test and we got a result back the same day . ''
The family were told to take Emily off to Addenbrooke 's Hospital in Cambridge with some clothes to stay over in .
After @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hospital confirmed that Emily had leukemia .
`` It was pretty upsetting , '' Jenny said .
`` I did n't really know what the treatment was , or what they could do or what the survival rates were .
`` It 's come a long way since then . ''
Being only three at the time , Emily said she can only really remembers the difficult parts .
`` I do n't remember an awful lot , but I remember the negative bits , '' Emily said .
`` I remember the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drive there from my home and being woken up in middle of the night to go to hospital .
`` And having my hickman line taken out and just lying and screaming really and the constant blood tests .
`` I remember some of the nurses being really lovely though . ''
The next two years of Emily 's life revolved around the hospital , blood tests and chemotherapy to make sure she got better .
`` I remember mum slept on a bed that pulled down next to mine , so she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said .
`` I remember being sick quite a bit and my mouth being wiped . ''
The impact on Emily at such a young age naturally affected her , where she would be woken up in the middle of the night for more blood tests and taking a mix of drugs from chemotherapy and steroids .
`` It was n't easy but the staff at the hospital were phenomenal , '' Jenny said .
`` They were so dedicated and the doctors were very good at telling us exactly what were the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Emily had just begun play school a few weeks before she caught chicken pox and was subsequently diagnosed with leukemia and did n't return .
Returning for primary school , things were a little different to make sure Emily was safe .
`` I had a medical box at infant school for if I fell over , '' Emily explained '' One time I ran into a fence and cut my knee and they said Emily has to go to the teacher 's head office where I had my knee cleaned .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if it gets infected it can be very dangerous .
`` I remember being at school and knowing something was different about me .
I had short hair and they used to think I was a boy . ''
For the next ten years after treatment , Emily visited the hospital for regular check-ups .
`` Where I was a bit confused , I did n't understand what had happened really , I did n't see any worries , '' Emily said .
`` I was just a normal kid and wanted normal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ older , as a teen you start to worry if it does come back and you understand a bit more about it .
`` It 's not the easiest thing to come out of the other side , having had chemo , I did get ill quite badly a few times because I had a lowered immune system . ''
Now , Emily and her sister , Amy Maylin , are trying to raise as much money as possible for Blood Cancer UK to help others with life-threatening cancers .
At the end @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 13,000ft skydive at the end of the month in their challenge to raise money for the charity , which has been hit hard by the pandemic .
`` When I was 10 years old , myself and some of the other children from the hospital got to go to Disneyland Paris and I think there was support from the charity '' Emily said .
`` They did things like that for all the children to do fun and special things .
`` The reason we chose Blood Cancer UK is because we want @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and will have leukemia and just want to help with the research and improve things even more .
`` I am so grateful to them .
At the time , you do n't really realise how important they are and when I went back for my regular check ups the nurses would always say how much I had grown up .
`` There 's no other way of putting it than they saved my life and without them that would n't have happened . ''
Emily wanted to thank all the staff at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Harlow for their incredible care .
The skydive will happen in Beccles Air field at a height of 13,000 feet , all in aid of Blood Cancer UK .
Emily 's sister Amy added : `` Emily and I are are looking forward to the skydive and to raising as much money as possible for this great cause . ''
A spokesperson for Cambridge University Hospitals said : “ It is always heart-warming when we hear comments like Emily ’ s and we thank her sincerely for them and wish her continued @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fundraising.
” Sharon McNally , director of nursing , midwifery and allied health professionals at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust said : “ It is wonderful to hear that Emily is now in good health and is raising awareness of leukaemia , together with her family .
“ It means a great deal to our amazing people to hear this positive feedback about the difference their work as healthcare professionals makes for patients and their loved ones every day .
”

Emily Maylin, 27, from Ongar, spent years in and out of hospital fighting acute lymphoblastic leukaemia after she developed chicken pox and her skin turned translucent before her hand became swollen
A woman who beat cancer when she was a toddler has shared the 'odd' symptoms she experienced before her diagnosis.
Emily Maylin, 27, from Ongar, was told she had leukemia aged just three after suffering a bout of chicken pox.
Everything had been fine until her mum Jenny noticed she seemed to be taking longer than normal to recover.
Her skin had become a sickly pale and she was unusually tired - not her usual bouncy self, reports EssexLive.
When Emily's hand started to swell up, her parents knew something wasn't quite right.
A trip to the hospital sent Emily to Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge for blood tests which came back with news they could never have prepared themselves for.
Emily was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, a blood cancer which can progress quickly and aggressively.
For the next two years of her life, Emily was in hospital with her family having chemotherapy and treatment.
As the youngest child of four, Emily was the last of her siblings to get chicken pox.
Jenny had no initial concerns when Emily caught the infection, but started to become worried when she wasn't improving.
"She had that period of chicken pox and didn't seem to recover," the 69-year-old said.
"All my other children had got better but Emily didn't get back to herself. But there was nothing particularly noticeable, although she was falling asleep a lot.
"What led us to the diagnosis was she had a swollen hand. We took her to the doctors and they couldn't see anything on her hand that seemed to be causing the problem.
"One of the things which made me query at the doctors was why she was so pale, her skin was almost translucent.
"We were sent home to keep an eye but I went back next day because her hand was getting worse and there were red blotches up her arm. They sent her for a blood test and we got a result back the same day."
The family were told to take Emily off to Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge with some clothes to stay over in.
After several more tests and checks, the hospital confirmed that Emily had leukemia.
"It was pretty upsetting," Jenny said.
"I didn't really know what the treatment was, or what they could do or what the survival rates were.
"It's come a long way since then."
Being only three at the time, Emily said she can only really remembers the difficult parts.
"I don't remember an awful lot, but I remember the negative bits," Emily said.
"I remember the injections in the hospital and having to drive there from my home and being woken up in middle of the night to go to hospital.
"And having my hickman line taken out and just lying and screaming really and the constant blood tests.
"I remember some of the nurses being really lovely though."
The next two years of Emily's life revolved around the hospital, blood tests and chemotherapy to make sure she got better.
"I remember mum slept on a bed that pulled down next to mine, so she was next to me," Emily said.
"I remember being sick quite a bit and my mouth being wiped."
The impact on Emily at such a young age naturally affected her, where she would be woken up in the middle of the night for more blood tests and taking a mix of drugs from chemotherapy and steroids.
"It wasn't easy but the staff at the hospital were phenomenal," Jenny said.
"They were so dedicated and the doctors were very good at telling us exactly what were the treatments and what was happening."
Emily had just begun play school a few weeks before she caught chicken pox and was subsequently diagnosed with leukemia and didn't return.
Returning for primary school, things were a little different to make sure Emily was safe.
"I had a medical box at infant school for if I fell over," Emily explained
"One time I ran into a fence and cut my knee and they said Emily has to go to the teacher's head office where I had my knee cleaned.
"It was with anything with blood because if it gets infected it can be very dangerous.
"I remember being at school and knowing something was different about me. I had short hair and they used to think I was a boy."
For the next ten years after treatment, Emily visited the hospital for regular check-ups.
"Where I was a bit confused, I didn't understand what had happened really, I didn't see any worries," Emily said.
"I was just a normal kid and wanted normal things. When I got a bit older, as a teen you start to worry if it does come back and you understand a bit more about it.
"It's not the easiest thing to come out of the other side, having had chemo, I did get ill quite badly a few times because I had a lowered immune system."
Now, Emily and her sister, Amy Maylin, are trying to raise as much money as possible for Blood Cancer UK to help others with life-threatening cancers.
At the end of August they will be doing a 13,000ft skydive at the end of the month in their challenge to raise money for the charity, which has been hit hard by the pandemic.
"When I was 10 years old, myself and some of the other children from the hospital got to go to Disneyland Paris and I think there was support from the charity" Emily said.
"They did things like that for all the children to do fun and special things.
"The reason we chose Blood Cancer UK is because we want to help support other children who have and will have leukemia and just want to help with the research and improve things even more.
"I am so grateful to them. At the time, you don't really realise how important they are and when I went back for my regular check ups the nurses would always say how much I had grown up.
"There's no other way of putting it than they saved my life and without them that wouldn't have happened."
Emily wanted to thank all the staff at Addensbrooke's Hospital and Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow for their incredible care.
The skydive will happen in Beccles Air field at a height of 13,000 feet, all in aid of Blood Cancer UK.
Emily's sister Amy added: "Emily and I are are looking forward to the skydive and to raising as much money as possible for this great cause."
A spokesperson for Cambridge University Hospitals said: “It is always heart-warming when we hear comments like Emily’s and we thank her sincerely for them and wish her continued good health and every success with her fundraising.”
Sharon McNally, director of nursing, midwifery and allied health professionals at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust said: “ It is wonderful to hear that Emily is now in good health and is raising awareness of leukaemia, together with her family.
“It means a great deal to our amazing people to hear this positive feedback about the difference their work as healthcare professionals makes for patients and their loved ones every day.”


thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Daring Brits sleep on 500ft cliff edge in UK's 'most extreme camping experience'

Intrepid tourists are pictured sleeping on a precarious 500ft-high cliff edge in a new camping craze .
Campers abseil down cliff faces and are then suspended above abysses in the latest staycation offering .
Dramatic pictures and video show tourists at Honister Slate Mine near Seathwaite , Cumbria , enjoying what 's been dubbed `` the most extreme camping experience '' in the UK .
Brave guests must cross the daunting Infinity Bridge before they each reach the crooked cliff faces in the heart of the Lake District National Park .
In fact , some daredevils have even stayed in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wilkinson-Weir , activity and event coordinator at the centre , said : `` Guests looking for an even more extreme campaign experience can take it to a whole other level too though , by choosing to have their tent hung from the Infinity Bridge , spanning the crags on Fleetwith Pike around 200 metres above ground level .
`` No previous experience is necessary to take part in this experience , with the only requirements being a sense of adventure and a basic level of fitness .
`` We 're thrilled to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't wait to welcome our guests , all of whom will of course need to bring their head for heights . ''
But Honister , based around the last working slate mine in England , uses safety equipment utilised by rock climbers .
The hanging tents on the bridge are covered in fabric and are supported by metal frames .
The company says safety - as well as tourists ' comfort - is of paramount importance .
After each night living on the edge , guests are delivered bacon butties for breakfast .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ is the latest in a wide range of fun activities , we offer here at Honister , safety is of course our absolute top priority , with campers required to wear a harness at all times , even whilst asleep .
`` They are securely attached to both their tent and the rock face outside , so there is absolutely no risk of them coming to any harm during the experience .
Staff are on call 24/7 in case of emergency too , via radio .
Of course , every experience is also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rather not spend the night dangled from the cliff face , the firm is also offering a less extreme Cliff Camping champagne brunch/afternoon tea option .
While the experience looks pretty terrifying , there are similar experiences available for daredevil climbers around the world .
For example , in Peru the Natura Vive 's Skylodge Adventure Suites hang off the side of a mountain , 1200ft above the ground .
The only way to reach the suites ?
By zipline or ladder-like steps .
Luckily for Brits who prefer more traditional camping holidays @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , there are heaps of brilliant campsites across the UK .
The coronavirus pandemic has seen a surge in UK holidaymakers opting for staycations - and camp sites have noted a rise in Brits who are giving camping a go for the very first time .
It 's no surprise that camping is such a hit ; after all , it offers both an affordable and social distancing-friendly getaway for families .
( In fact , there 's a handy map you can use to find some of the best socially distanced campsites @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pitch up ) .
Never been camping before ?
We spoke to one expert who shared his top tips for first-time campers including the essentials to pack , what to do if it rains , and general campsite etiquette .

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Thrill-seeking Brits can sleep on a 500ft-high cliff edge in a new camping experience that's definitely not for the faint-hearted
Intrepid tourists are pictured sleeping on a precarious 500ft-high cliff edge in a new camping craze.
Campers abseil down cliff faces and are then suspended above abysses in the latest staycation offering.
Dramatic pictures and video show tourists at Honister Slate Mine near Seathwaite, Cumbria, enjoying what's been dubbed "the most extreme camping experience" in the UK.
Brave guests must cross the daunting Infinity Bridge before they each reach the crooked cliff faces in the heart of the Lake District National Park.
In fact, some daredevils have even stayed in tents suspended from the bridge.
Image: HONISTER SLATE MINE / CATERS NEWS) HONISTER SLATE MINE / CATERS NEWS)
Prentice Wilkinson-Weir, activity and event coordinator at the centre, said: "Guests looking for an even more extreme campaign experience can take it to a whole other level too though, by choosing to have their tent hung from the Infinity Bridge, spanning the crags on Fleetwith Pike around 200 metres above ground level.
"No previous experience is necessary to take part in this experience, with the only requirements being a sense of adventure and a basic level of fitness.
"We're thrilled to be able to launch this experience and can't wait to welcome our guests, all of whom will of course need to bring their head for heights."
Image: Christian_balmer / CATERS NEWS) Christian_balmer / CATERS NEWS)
But Honister, based around the last working slate mine in England, uses safety equipment utilised by rock climbers. The hanging tents on the bridge are covered in fabric and are supported by metal frames.
The company says safety - as well as tourists' comfort - is of paramount importance. After each night living on the edge, guests are delivered bacon butties for breakfast.
Image: Christian_balmer / CATERS NEWS) Christian_balmer / CATERS NEWS)
Mr Wilkinson-Weir added: "While this is the latest in a wide range of fun activities, we offer here at Honister, safety is of course our absolute top priority, with campers required to wear a harness at all times, even whilst asleep.
"They are securely attached to both their tent and the rock face outside, so there is absolutely no risk of them coming to any harm during the experience. Staff are on call 24/7 in case of emergency too, via radio. Of course, every experience is also weather-dependent."
Image: HONISTER SLATE MINE / CATERS NEWS) HONISTER SLATE MINE / CATERS NEWS)
For those who would rather not spend the night dangled from the cliff face, the firm is also offering a less extreme Cliff Camping champagne brunch/afternoon tea option.
While the experience looks pretty terrifying, there are similar experiences available for daredevil climbers around the world.
For example, in Peru the Natura Vive's Skylodge Adventure Suites hang off the side of a mountain, 1200ft above the ground. The only way to reach the suites? By zipline or ladder-like steps.
Image: HONISTER SLATE MINE / CATERS NEWS) HONISTER SLATE MINE / CATERS NEWS)
Luckily for Brits who prefer more traditional camping holidays (aka, on the ground), there are heaps of brilliant campsites across the UK.
The coronavirus pandemic has seen a surge in UK holidaymakers opting for staycations - and camp sites have noted a rise in Brits who are giving camping a go for the very first time.
It's no surprise that camping is such a hit; after all, it offers both an affordable and social distancing-friendly getaway for families. (In fact, there's a handy map you can use to find some of the best socially distanced campsites depending on where you're hoping to pitch up).
Never been camping before? We spoke to one expert who shared his top tips for first-time campers including the essentials to pack, what to do if it rains, and general campsite etiquette.


thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Mum charged with murdering disabled son, 10, she shared with celeb photographer

The mum charged with murdering her 10-year-old disabled son has been pictured for the first time .
Olga Freeman , 40 , is accused of killing Dylan , the son she shared with celebrity photographer husband Dean Freeman , and she is due to appear at Uxbridge Magistrates ' Court today .
The body of the young boy was discovered on Sunday after a woman walked into a police station in the early hours of the morning .
Dylan is understood to have lived with his mum .
Dad Dean is a lifestyle and fashion photographer who has published books @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Kelly Brook and Michael Bublé .
Dean 's father Robert Freeman took pictures for some of The Beatles ’ most iconic album covers .
Police await formal identification before they will officially name Dylan but he was named in publicly available court details released on Monday .
Freeman , who is believed to be originally from Moscow , is registered as living in the £544,000 property .
A neighbour called Guy told The Sun the boy was a wheelchair user who was severely disabled .
He added said : “ He couldn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lot of time just yelling .
“ I never saw them out , I don ’ t think they went out and about .
They just had access to the garden.
” Local priest and resident Nick Jones , 61 , said the death was `` hugely upsetting '' .
“ The people who live there and the people involved are in my thoughts and prayers , '' he said .
The boy 's next of kin have been informed and a post-mortem examination will be arranged in due course .
Anyone with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should call detectives from Specialist Crime on 020 8721 4205 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

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Olga Freeman, 40, is accused of killing the 10-year-old boy whose body was found at an address in Acton, west London, and will appear at Uxbridge Magistrates' Court on Monday morning
First pics of celebrity photographer's son, 10, and mum charged with his murder
The mum charged with murdering her 10-year-old son has been pictured for the first time.
Olga Freeman, 40, is accused of killing Dylan, the son she shared with celebrity photographer ex-husband Dean Freeman, and she is due to appear at Uxbridge Magistrates' Court today.
The body of the young boy was discovered on Sunday after a woman walked into a police station in the early hours of the morning.
Dylan is understood to have lived with his mum.
Dad Dean is a lifestyle and fashion photographer who has published books on David Beckham, the Spice Girls, Kelly Brook and Michael Bublé.
Dean's father Robert Freeman took pictures for some of The Beatles’ most iconic album covers.
Image: Olga Freeman/Facebook) Olga Freeman/Facebook)
Police await formal identification before they will officially name Dylan but he was named in publicly available court details released on Monday.
Freeman, who is believed to be originally from Moscow, is registered as living in the £544,000 property.
Mr Freeman's representative said the boy's father was in Spain when he heard the "shocking and heart-breaking news, and is beyond devastated".
They added: "He was a loving and caring father and even though divorced for a number of years, he cherished all the quality time spent with his son."
In a statement, Mr Freeman said: "Dylan was a beautiful, bright, inquisitive and artistic child who loved to travel, visit art galleries and swim. We travelled extensively over the years together spending such memorable time in places including Brazil, France and Spain.
"I can't begin to comprehend his loss."
Image: PA) PA)
A neighbour called Guy told The Sun the boy was a wheelchair user who was severely disabled.
He added said: “He couldn’t really speak and spent a lot of time just yelling.
“I never saw them out, I don’t think they went out and about. They just had access to the garden.”
Image: London News Pictures.) London News Pictures.)
Local priest and resident Nick Jones, 61, said the death was "hugely upsetting".
“The people who live there and the people involved are in my thoughts and prayers," he said.
The boy's next of kin have been informed and a post-mortem examination will be arranged in due course.
Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is should call detectives from Specialist Crime on 020 8721 4205 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Mum eyes 'last Disneyland trip' before girl, 5, with dementia forgets everything

A mum is desperate to give her little girl `` a lifetime of fun '' before she forgets everything because of a rare childhood dementia .
Skyla-Rae Christine Clegg , five , has been diagnosed with rare Sanfillipo syndrome - a symptom of which is dementia meaning she sometimes ca n't even recognise her mum , Stacey .
It means Skyla-Rae will soon lose her sight , and eventually forget everything she has learned , in a tragic Benjamin Button-style regression .
But brave mum Stacey Reynolds , 25 , is determined to fill her daughter 's life with happiness @ @ @ @ @ @ @ daughter to Disneyland Paris before she loses her sight .
Stacey , who is Skyla-Rae 's full-time carer , said : `` Since she was diagnosed in March , her symptoms have progressed a lot and they 're worried that it is progressing quicker than they expected .
`` She used to be such a happy little child , always saying 'mummy ' and ' I love you ' and now she ca n't even say one word - she 'll eventually lose her ability to do everything .
`` This disease is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tomorrow or in six months time but we have n't been given an official age or time it could happen so we try and live every day as if it might be her last . ''
Skyla-Rae was diagnosed in March with Type 3 Sanfillipo syndrome after initially being diagnosed with late development and autism when she was younger .
The disease , which primarily affects the brain and spinal cord , has led to Skyla-Rae also being diagnosed with childhood dementia , leaving her unable to communicate , walk or swallow food @ @ @ @ @ @ @ raise £5,000 with a Go Fund Me page for the family trip which she is hoping will take place at the end of November .
Skyla-Rae is currently in a wheelchair and on a liquid nutrient diet after the childhood dementia left her unable to remember how to speak , eat and walk - and the five-year-old often suffers from violent outbreaks .
Stacey , from Oldham , Greater Manchester , added : `` Some days she will look at me as if wondering who I am which breaks me - it 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have to face .
`` When she was younger , she was just Skyla-Rae to me , she did n't have a label and since being diagnosed she 's going downhill so I wish I had n't found out because maybe things would be different .
`` She has no awareness of what 's around her .
`` She will sometimes have violent outbreaks towards her siblings and I 'll have to explain to them that she does n't mean it and she ca n't help it but they 're children so it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Skyla-Rae lives at home with her mum and two siblings , Jacob Ellis Peace , six , and one-year-old Sadie-Leigh Tattersall , who struggle to understand her condition .
`` She used to be able to walk , communicate , eat and now she 's just in a state of living and it 's only going to get worse from here , '' Stacey added .
`` We 've never been on holiday as a family before so it 'll be nice for them all to go away together to their dream @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before Skyla-Rae loses her hearing and sight .
`` I want her to be able to experience all of the sounds and the sights and enjoy herself one last time . ''

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Desperate mum Stacey Reynolds is raising cash for little Skyla-Rae's trip before she loses her sight as she battles the tragic Benjamin Button-style regression caused by Sanfillipo syndrome
Mum wants 'last Disneyland trip' before girl, 5, with dementia forgets everything
A mum is desperate to give her little girl "a lifetime of fun" before she forgets everything because of a rare childhood dementia.
Skyla-Rae Christine Clegg, five, has been diagnosed with rare Sanfillipo syndrome - a symptom of which is dementia meaning she sometimes can't even recognise her mum, Stacey.
It means Skyla-Rae will soon lose her sight, and eventually forget everything she has learned, in a tragic Benjamin Button-style regression.
But brave mum Stacey Reynolds, 25, is determined to fill her daughter's life with happiness - and is fundraising to take her daughter to Disneyland Paris before she loses her sight.
Stacey, who is Skyla-Rae's full-time carer, said: "Since she was diagnosed in March, her symptoms have progressed a lot and they're worried that it is progressing quicker than they expected.
Image: Skyla-Rae's MPS Journey/Caters News Agency) Skyla-Rae's MPS Journey/Caters News Agency)
"She used to be such a happy little child, always saying 'mummy' and 'I love you' and now she can't even say one word - she'll eventually lose her ability to do everything.
"This disease is killing her; she could be gone tomorrow or in six months time but we haven't been given an official age or time it could happen so we try and live every day as if it might be her last."
Skyla-Rae was diagnosed in March with Type 3 Sanfillipo syndrome after initially being diagnosed with late development and autism when she was younger.
The disease, which primarily affects the brain and spinal cord, has led to Skyla-Rae also being diagnosed with childhood dementia, leaving her unable to communicate, walk or swallow food.
Image: Caters News) Caters News)
Heartbroken mum-of-three Stacey is hoping to raise £5,000 with a Go Fund Me page for the family trip which she is hoping will take place at the end of November.
Skyla-Rae is currently in a wheelchair and on a liquid nutrient diet after the childhood dementia left her unable to remember how to speak, eat and walk - and the five-year-old often suffers from violent outbreaks.
Stacey, from Oldham, Greater Manchester, added: "Some days she will look at me as if wondering who I am which breaks me - it's not something you ever think you will have to face.
Image: Caters News) Caters News)
"When she was younger, she was just Skyla-Rae to me, she didn't have a label and since being diagnosed she's going downhill so I wish I hadn't found out because maybe things would be different.
"She has no awareness of what's around her.
"She will sometimes have violent outbreaks towards her siblings and I'll have to explain to them that she doesn't mean it and she can't help it but they're children so it's difficult for them to understand."
Skyla-Rae lives at home with her mum and two siblings, Jacob Ellis Peace, six, and one-year-old Sadie-Leigh Tattersall, who struggle to understand her condition.
Image: Skyla-Rae's MPS Journey/Caters News Agency) Skyla-Rae's MPS Journey/Caters News Agency)
"She used to be able to walk, communicate, eat and now she's just in a state of living and it's only going to get worse from here," Stacey added.
"We've never been on holiday as a family before so it'll be nice for them all to go away together to their dream destination and spend some quality time together before Skyla-Rae loses her hearing and sight.
"I want her to be able to experience all of the sounds and the sights and enjoy herself one last time."


thedailymirror--2020-08-17--Mum-of three who was made redundant due to coronavirus living on £100 a month

A young mum who was made redundant during the pandemic has been left with just £100 a month to feed her children and cover her bills .
The former restaurant manager , who wishes to remain anonymous , said she was left without gas , electricity and wi-fi after her bills were disconnected shortly after being handed her redundancy letter .
When she lost her job , she was left with just £500 for the month because she was paid by the hour .
Worse , she had n't been working at the restaurant long enough to qualify for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to cover her bills , let alone rent and food payments .
This month , her £180 a month Universal Credit allowance has increased , but her £800 income is still only half of what she was originally earning a month .
Even with the extra support , she still has just £100 left a month to cover food and daily essentials for her small children .
`` It all started when my employer told me I was being made redundant last month .
I had only earned £500 until that point , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ month 's wage , I did n't have enough to even cover my bills , '' the mum-of-three told The Grimsby Telegraph .
`` I have three kids , one of them is autistic , and I had my electric , gas , and internet all shut off .
We had no food in the cupboard , and I had my children coming up to me asking for something basic to eat like toast and I had to tell them no .
`` I tried appealing with Universal Credit to get additional help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and I told them that I could n't because my wifi had been disconnected and my mobile data had been used up .
`` Even this month , I have £800 expected to come in , but after rent and bills are paid , including the bills I owe from last month , I 'm going to be left with about £100 for the month to try and support us all .
`` I am an educated person , I have a degree and speak nine different languages and dialects .
I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my job before I was made redundant .
`` It just completely caught me by surprise , and left me in a position where I was without any money for the first time in my life . ''
Thankfully , when talking to North East Lincolnshire Council about her situation , she was put in touch with the We Are One Foundation , who have been able to help her .
She said : `` I was given Dave 's number and called him .
He explained they usually deliver food packages but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Covid-19 unless it was emergency circumstances .
`` I said what our situation was , that we had no gas , electric , or food in our cupboard , and he came over in about half an hour with some essentials for us .
`` When he arrived at the door , I just burst into tears .
Just to have basic food was a wonderful feeling .
I felt like I was failing my children , like I could n't provide for them .
`` But before he left , he told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ anything , which was just a weight off my shoulders .
It feels more like a family than a charity .
`` We Are One have supported us with more than food , though .
They directly covered our wifi bill because they understand an internet connection provides a lot of help for my autistic child .
`` They also introduced me to a lot of other charity groups and companies , such as Citizen 's Advice , Climb4 , and places such as the Community Shop at Nunsthorpe who are supporting people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per child in the shop .
`` I am now in the process of sorting out support for my bills with CARE on Hainton Avenue , and they have put me in touch with a company offering an online course so I can fully train as an interpreter and work for the NHS and other places .
`` We Are One Foundation have just been incredible for me .
They gave me hope when I was in a very bad place , and I do n't think I would be here today if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` I really want to shout out to Pippa Robson at the council , too , she put me in touch with We Are One and called me every single day to see how I was doing .
`` When my washing machine broke , she even organised someone to pick up my clothing and wash and dry them for me .
Get the latest money advice , news and help straight to your inbox - sign up at mirror.co.uk/email '' I was left in a horrible situation , but with the support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , they have helped me get back on my feet . ''
Thousands of people have found themselves in a similar situation over the past few months due to Covid-19 , with both local and national businesses cutting jobs across the UK .
These are widespread across all major industries heavily affected by the pandemic , including hospitality , travel , and high street businesses .
If you need any information regarding redundancy , you can find guidance from Citizen 's Advice here .

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The former restaurant manager was left without gas, electricity and internet last month, after her bills were disconnected because she couldn't cover her monthly payments
Mum-of-three who was made redundant due to coronavirus surviving on just £100 a month
A young mum who was made redundant during the pandemic has been left with just £100 a month to feed her children and cover her bills.
The former restaurant manager, who wishes to remain anonymous, said she was left without gas, electricity and wi-fi after her bills were disconnected shortly after being handed her redundancy letter.
When she lost her job, she was left with just £500 for the month because she was paid by the hour.
Worse, she hadn't been working at the restaurant long enough to qualify for a redundancy payment.
It was barely enough to cover her bills, let alone rent and food payments.
This month, her £180 a month Universal Credit allowance has increased, but her £800 income is still only half of what she was originally earning a month.
Even with the extra support, she still has just £100 left a month to cover food and daily essentials for her small children.
"It all started when my employer told me I was being made redundant last month. I had only earned £500 until that point, and with Universal Credit going off last month's wage, I didn't have enough to even cover my bills," the mum-of-three told The Grimsby Telegraph.
"I have three kids, one of them is autistic, and I had my electric, gas, and internet all shut off. We had no food in the cupboard, and I had my children coming up to me asking for something basic to eat like toast and I had to tell them no.
"I tried appealing with Universal Credit to get additional help and they told me to apply online, and I told them that I couldn't because my wifi had been disconnected and my mobile data had been used up.
"Even this month, I have £800 expected to come in, but after rent and bills are paid, including the bills I owe from last month, I'm going to be left with about £100 for the month to try and support us all.
"I am an educated person, I have a degree and speak nine different languages and dialects. I was working as a volunteer interpreter alongside my job before I was made redundant.
Image: Getty) Getty)
"It just completely caught me by surprise, and left me in a position where I was without any money for the first time in my life."
Thankfully, when talking to North East Lincolnshire Council about her situation, she was put in touch with the We Are One Foundation, who have been able to help her.
She said: "I was given Dave's number and called him. He explained they usually deliver food packages but they had stopped it temporarily due to Covid-19 unless it was emergency circumstances.
"I said what our situation was, that we had no gas, electric, or food in our cupboard, and he came over in about half an hour with some essentials for us.
"When he arrived at the door, I just burst into tears. Just to have basic food was a wonderful feeling. I felt like I was failing my children, like I couldn't provide for them.
"But before he left, he told me to call him whenever I need anything, which was just a weight off my shoulders. It feels more like a family than a charity.
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"We Are One have supported us with more than food, though. They directly covered our wifi bill because they understand an internet connection provides a lot of help for my autistic child.
"They also introduced me to a lot of other charity groups and companies, such as Citizen's Advice, Climb4, and places such as the Community Shop at Nunsthorpe who are supporting people affected by Covid-19 with £15 to spend per child in the shop.
"I am now in the process of sorting out support for my bills with CARE on Hainton Avenue, and they have put me in touch with a company offering an online course so I can fully train as an interpreter and work for the NHS and other places.
"We Are One Foundation have just been incredible for me. They gave me hope when I was in a very bad place, and I don't think I would be here today if it wasn't for their support.
"I really want to shout out to Pippa Robson at the council, too, she put me in touch with We Are One and called me every single day to see how I was doing.
"When my washing machine broke, she even organised someone to pick up my clothing and wash and dry them for me.
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"I was left in a horrible situation, but with the support of the council and We Are One, they have helped me get back on my feet."
Thousands of people have found themselves in a similar situation over the past few months due to Covid-19, with both local and national businesses cutting jobs across the UK.
These are widespread across all major industries heavily affected by the pandemic, including hospitality, travel, and high street businesses.
If you need any information regarding redundancy, you can find guidance from Citizen's Advice here.