birminghammail--2020-10-10--Response officer whose friend took own life reveals his inspiring story

A force response officer has told his inspiring recovery story after his best friend tragically took their own life .
Tom Bull , a West Midlands Police cop for four years , was just 18 when his closest companion died as a result of suicide .
Speaking openly as part of World Mental Health Day today ( Saturday , October 10 ) , he detailed his breakdowns and ongoing struggles .
Though Tom , now 27 , is on the road to recovery , he admitted he still has setbacks as he urged people to ensure they get the help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 18 my best friend committed suicide , '' he said .
`` Suicide isn ’ t like a terminal illness you can prepare for .
It was sudden and it came without warning .
`` From the moment it happened , I didn ’ t know how to react or what to do or more importantly ; how to feel .
“ I had to deal with this very difficult time in my life and I suppressed so many feelings until I was about 22 when everything hit me like a brick wall @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 23 I had joined the police , but when life settled down again I had another breakdown . ''
He says counselling sessions through the police force enabled him to 'understand ' some of the feelings he was having at the time .
Where to get help if you 're feeling suicidal Samaritans ( 116 123 ) samaritans.org operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year .
If you prefer to write down how you ’ re feeling , or if you ’ re worried about being overheard on the phone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ samaritans.org , write to Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK , PO Box 9090 , STIRLING , FK8 2SA and visit www.samaritans.org/branches to find your nearest branch .
CALM ( 0800 58 58 58 ) thecalmzone.net has a helpline is for men who are down or have hit a wall for any reason , who need to talk or find information and support .
They 're open 5pm to midnight , 365 days a year .
Childline ( 0800 1111 ) runs a helpline for children and young people in the UK .
Calls are free @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up on your phone bill .
PAPYRUS ( 0800 068 41 41 ) is a voluntary organisation supporting teenagers and young adults who are feeling suicidal .
Depression Alliance is a charity for people with depression .
It doesn ’ t have a helpline , but offers a wide range of useful resources and links to other relevant information depressionalliance.org Students Against Depression is a website for students who are depressed , have a low mood or are having suicidal thoughts .
Bullying UK is a website for both children and adults affected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 003 7029 ) helps people who are struggling to cope - experiencing depression , anxiety , panic attacks or in crisis .
You can call them between 8pm and 6am every night.There are other depression charities .
`` I was very lucky that those around me gave me the support I needed , '' he added .
`` I am now on the road to recovery - it ’ s a long road and I still have setbacks but I will get there and would encourage everyone to make sure they get the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
As part of his interview with the force , he revealed how he has saved the lives of people who are suicidal - but also tragically attended when it 's too late .
`` I like to think when I get sent to someone suffering a mental health crisis I can show some more empathy because I understand , '' he added .
`` Sometimes a person might just tell me their medication and because I know about it , we have something to connect over .
`` I have prevented @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when it ’ s too late .
The bad results stick with you longer than the good , but every single day I just try to do my best . ''
“ As a Force Response officer I never know what is going to happen each day .
`` The next job I am given on my radio could be anything .
I love helping people and responding to them in their moment of need is something I take much pride in .
“ You don ’ t get much time to pause @ @ @ @ @ @ @ finish my day I don ’ t carry any jobs onto the next day however I still take home the emotions .
There are some jobs that will stick with me forever.
`` Drawing from his own experience of counselling , he reminded everyone of the importance of 'self-care ' , with tips to drink plenty of water , eat regular ( healthy-ish ) snacks and 'take time to think about your achievements ' .
“ You have to find ways to switch off .
At night you go home and hope that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and that you have made a difference in the life of the people you want to protect , '' he said .
“ Police officers are human beings , we have normal emotions just like anyone else .
`` So the next time you see us out and about please remember we might have just come from a child in cardiac arrest , or just had to tell a loved one their family member has died .
We have bad days too . ''
If you need support with your mental health contact @ @ @ @ @

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A force response officer has told his inspiring recovery story after his best friend tragically took their own life.
Tom Bull, a West Midlands Police cop for four years, was just 18 when his closest companion died as a result of suicide.
Speaking openly as part of World Mental Health Day today (Saturday, October 10), he detailed his breakdowns and ongoing struggles.
Though Tom, now 27, is on the road to recovery, he admitted he still has setbacks as he urged people to ensure they get the help they need.
“When I was 18 my best friend committed suicide," he said.
"Suicide isn’t like a terminal illness you can prepare for. It was sudden and it came without warning.
"From the moment it happened, I didn’t know how to react or what to do or more importantly; how to feel.
“I had to deal with this very difficult time in my life and I suppressed so many feelings until I was about 22 when everything hit me like a brick wall.
"By the time I was 23 I had joined the police, but when life settled down again I had another breakdown."
He says counselling sessions through the police force enabled him to 'understand' some of the feelings he was having at the time.
Where to get help if you're feeling suicidal Samaritans (116 123) samaritans.org operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year. If you prefer to write down how you’re feeling, or if you’re worried about being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans at jo@samaritans.org , write to Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK, PO Box 9090, STIRLING, FK8 2SA and visit www.samaritans.org/branches to find your nearest branch. CALM (0800 58 58 58) thecalmzone.net has a helpline is for men who are down or have hit a wall for any reason, who need to talk or find information and support. They're open 5pm to midnight, 365 days a year. Childline (0800 1111 ) runs a helpline for children and young people in the UK. Calls are free and the number won’t show up on your phone bill.
PAPYRUS (0800 068 41 41) is a voluntary organisation supporting teenagers and young adults who are feeling suicidal. Other depression charities
Depression Alliance is a charity for people with depression. It doesn’t have a helpline, but offers a wide range of useful resources and links to other relevant information depressionalliance.org
Students Against Depression is a website for students who are depressed, have a low mood or are having suicidal thoughts. Bullying UK is a website for both children and adults affected by bullying studentsagainstdepression.org
The Sanctuary (0300 003 7029 ) helps people who are struggling to cope - experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks or in crisis. You can call them between 8pm and 6am every night.There are other depression charities.
"I was very lucky that those around me gave me the support I needed," he added.
"I am now on the road to recovery - it’s a long road and I still have setbacks but I will get there and would encourage everyone to make sure they get the help and support if they need it."
As part of his interview with the force, he revealed how he has saved the lives of people who are suicidal - but also tragically attended when it's too late.
"I like to think when I get sent to someone suffering a mental health crisis I can show some more empathy because I understand," he added.
"Sometimes a person might just tell me their medication and because I know about it, we have something to connect over.
"I have prevented people from killing themselves and also attended when it’s too late. The bad results stick with you longer than the good, but every single day I just try to do my best."
“As a Force Response officer I never know what is going to happen each day.
"The next job I am given on my radio could be anything. I love helping people and responding to them in their moment of need is something I take much pride in.
“You don’t get much time to pause. I am lucky that when I finish my day I don’t carry any jobs onto the next day however I still take home the emotions. There are some jobs that will stick with me forever. "
Drawing from his own experience of counselling, he reminded everyone of the importance of 'self-care', with tips to drink plenty of water, eat regular (healthy-ish) snacks and 'take time to think about your achievements'.
“You have to find ways to switch off. At night you go home and hope that what you did was for the best and that you have made a difference in the life of the people you want to protect," he said.
“Police officers are human beings, we have normal emotions just like anyone else.
"So the next time you see us out and about please remember we might have just come from a child in cardiac arrest, or just had to tell a loved one their family member has died. We have bad days too."
If you need support with your mental health contact Samaritans on 116 123.


birminghammail--2020-10-10--Birmingham woman stole £610k from boss and gave it to romance fraudster

A Birmingham woman must pay back over £650,000 after she stole cash from her boss .
Ilyiea Ali , who hails from Birmingham , in the West Midlands , was jailed in 2018 for two-and-a-half years .
She admitted stealing from her employer Information Security Forum Ltd ( ISF ) .
The 45-year-old has been ordered to pay all the money back - plus extra - after siphoning away £610,144 from Information Security Forum Ltd ( ISF ) in 2015 .
She gave half the money to a romance fraudster from Bradford , Tahmoor Khan , was jailed for eight-and-a-half @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mail .
On Thursday ( October 8 ) this week , a compensation order to the value of £662,727 was made at Bradford Crown Court against Ali .
The order against the 45-year-old is to compensate ISF .
Ramona Senior , head of West Yorkshire Police 's economic crime unit , said : `` This is a serious reminder that we will seek to recover any proceeds that individuals make from crime , and work hard to ensure that victims , whether they be individuals or organisations , are compensated .
`` The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is repaid . ''
This week saw the launch of a national police campaign to raise awareness of romance fraud , which has cost victims across the UK over £66m in just a year , reports YorkshireLive .
In supporting the campaign , Ramona added : `` Our statistics show that romance fraud can happen to anyone – with victims of all ages , sexes and professions targeted by the sophisticated criminals .
`` By knowing how to spot potential signs people can reduce their chances of being a victim and that is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are showing our support for this campaign . ''

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A Birmingham woman must pay back over £650,000 after she stole cash from her boss.
Ilyiea Ali, who hails from Birmingham, in the West Midlands, was jailed in 2018 for two-and-a-half years.
She admitted stealing from her employer Information Security Forum Ltd (ISF).
The 45-year-old has been ordered to pay all the money back - plus extra - after siphoning away £610,144 from Information Security Forum Ltd (ISF) in 2015.
She gave half the money to a romance fraudster from Bradford, Tahmoor Khan, was jailed for eight-and-a-half years in 2016, reports the Daily Mail.
On Thursday (October 8) this week, a compensation order to the value of £662,727 was made at Bradford Crown Court against Ali.
The order against the 45-year-old is to compensate ISF.
Ramona Senior, head of West Yorkshire Police 's economic crime unit, said: "This is a serious reminder that we will seek to recover any proceeds that individuals make from crime, and work hard to ensure that victims, whether they be individuals or organisations, are compensated.
"The debt will remain with Ali until it is repaid."
This week saw the launch of a national police campaign to raise awareness of romance fraud, which has cost victims across the UK over £66m in just a year, reports YorkshireLive.
In supporting the campaign, Ramona added: "Our statistics show that romance fraud can happen to anyone – with victims of all ages, sexes and professions targeted by the sophisticated criminals.
"By knowing how to spot potential signs people can reduce their chances of being a victim and that is why we, as a force, are showing our support for this campaign."


birminghammail--2020-10-10--'Lads' detained after off-road police chase through nature reserve

Two 'lads ' have been detained after a dramatic police chase ended in a nature reserve .
West Midlands Police said the Peugeot 3008 was being pursued around Walsall and Barr Beacon when it was stung by cops in the early hours of Saturday , October 10 .
But instead of giving up , officers say the 'lads ' tried their 'luck ' trying to drive through the Barr Beacon Nature Reserve .
The motor became 'stumped ' on the way out and pursuing officers managed to arrest two people .
A picture , which was taken shortly after the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a number of emergency response cars .
A branch can also be seen under the back wheel of the car .
An officer said : `` This Peugeot was pursued around Walsall and Barr Beacon .
`` The two young lads on board mistook it for an off roading 4x4 .
Having been stung they tried their luck going into Barr Beacon Nature Reserve before quite literally being stumped on their way out . ''
A spokesman for the force added : `` The two occupants were detained at the scene .
Enquiries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''

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Two 'lads' have been detained after a dramatic police chase ended in a nature reserve.
West Midlands Police said the Peugeot 3008 was being pursued around Walsall and Barr Beacon when it was stung by cops in the early hours of Saturday, October 10.
But instead of giving up, officers say the 'lads' tried their 'luck' trying to drive through the Barr Beacon Nature Reserve.
The motor became 'stumped' on the way out and pursuing officers managed to arrest two people.
A picture, which was taken shortly after the chase, shows the 4x4 vehicle with a number of emergency response cars. A branch can also be seen under the back wheel of the car.
An officer said: "This Peugeot was pursued around Walsall and Barr Beacon.
"The two young lads on board mistook it for an off roading 4x4. Having been stung they tried their luck going into Barr Beacon Nature Reserve before quite literally being stumped on their way out."
A spokesman for the force added: "The two occupants were detained at the scene. Enquiries are ongoing. Good Job done well."


birminghammail--2020-10-10--Aitor Karanka explains his Birmingham City transfer strategy

Blues boss Aitor Karanka has explained the reasoning behind his 10-player transfer hunt this summer , and said : `` It 's about adding quality and experience . ''
The Birmingham City chief has masterminded an unbeaten start in the Championship following the win over Brentford and three-straight draws against Swansea , Rotherham and Stoke City .
The penny dropped for Karanka during Blues ' poor performance in the Carabao Cup against Cambridge and has since signed the likes of Neil Etheridge , Mikel San Jose and Jon Toral .
`` It 's about adding quality and experience and players @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( Friend ) and Adam Clayton , '' Karanka told Blues Talk .
`` We 've known each other for seven years and we got promoted with Middlesbrough which is important .
It 's important to know about promotion .
`` We have signed people like Neil Etheridge who got promotion ( with Cardiff ) and Ivan Sanchez who got promotion with Elche .
To have those players with that experience is important .
`` All of them with the players at the club with quality are at a good level and it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 27-year-old added : `` We say in Spain to build something you need to start with the foundations .
The foundations we needed here was n't mentality but it was the player atmosphere at the beginning .
`` The best example was the Cambridge game when we conceded that goal after 18 minutes against a League Two side .
We were lost .
I could feel at half-time we lost that game .
`` Now , one month later we 're in a good position .
We 're coming back in games like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we came back and almost won .
`` At the beginning I wanted to change that environment and mentality .
I think we have done really well .
When you are more confident you work really well defensively and offensively .
`` We are not conceding many goals and you can see a committed team on the pitch which makes things easier . ''
The Basque , meanwhile , says promotion should be the aim , adding : `` It 's the aim of everybody .
I always said I made a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in that press conference I did .
I said I arrived there to get promotion and I did n't say the same here !
I knew it was a big mistake but that mistake gave me encouragement .
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Every department has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the team .
It 's impossible to achieve something if you do n't think about ( promotion ) .
`` It 's impossible to win a player of the month award if you 're not thinking about it .
To win a manager of the month award , it 's the same .
To win those trophies you 're doing the right job .
`` With promotion we 're going to fight for it until the end and see if we can do it or not .
We will try . ''
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Blues boss Aitor Karanka has explained the reasoning behind his 10-player transfer hunt this summer, and said: "It's about adding quality and experience."
The Birmingham City chief has masterminded an unbeaten start in the Championship following the win over Brentford and three-straight draws against Swansea, Rotherham and Stoke City.
The penny dropped for Karanka during Blues' poor performance in the Carabao Cup against Cambridge and has since signed the likes of Neil Etheridge, Mikel San Jose and Jon Toral.
"It's about adding quality and experience and players who I worked with before like George (Friend) and Adam Clayton," Karanka told Blues Talk.
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"We've known each other for seven years and we got promoted with Middlesbrough which is important. It's important to know about promotion.
"We have signed people like Neil Etheridge who got promotion (with Cardiff) and Ivan Sanchez who got promotion with Elche. To have those players with that experience is important.
"All of them with the players at the club with quality are at a good level and it's good for everybody."
The 27-year-old added: "We say in Spain to build something you need to start with the foundations. The foundations we needed here wasn't mentality but it was the player atmosphere at the beginning.
"The best example was the Cambridge game when we conceded that goal after 18 minutes against a League Two side. We were lost. I could feel at half-time we lost that game.
"Now, one month later we're in a good position. We're coming back in games like against Rotherham when we conceded that penalty and we came back and almost won.
"At the beginning I wanted to change that environment and mentality. I think we have done really well. When you are more confident you work really well defensively and offensively.
"We are not conceding many goals and you can see a committed team on the pitch which makes things easier."
The Basque, meanwhile, says promotion should be the aim, adding: "It's the aim of everybody. I always said I made a big mistake when I arrived to Middlesbrough in that press conference I did. I said I arrived there to get promotion and I didn't say the same here! I knew it was a big mistake but that mistake gave me encouragement.
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"That club got to the Premier League and I'm feeling the same way here. Every department has been really helpful to me, the club and the team. It's impossible to achieve something if you don't think about (promotion).
"It's impossible to win a player of the month award if you're not thinking about it. To win a manager of the month award, it's the same. To win those trophies you're doing the right job.
"With promotion we're going to fight for it until the end and see if we can do it or not. We will try."
Blues host Sheffield Wednesday next week at St Andrew's (3pm kick-off, October 17). You can watch the full episode of Blues Talk HERE.


birminghammail--2020-10-10--Is Birmingham heading for stricter second lockdown? How new rules could hit city

People in Birmingham , across the Midlands and around the UK are awaiting news of the Government 's latest respose to soaring cases of coronavirus .
Birmingham , Sandwell , Solihull and - most recently - Wolverhampton are already under local restrictions banning people from social contact in their homes and gardens .
But rising Covid-19 rates have prompted Boris Johnson to prepare tough new measures which will be announced on Monday .
A three-tier , traffic light-style coronavirus lockdown system is set to be unveiled .
But what might the rules mean for Birmingham and other parts of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tier to each local authority .
Based on how the tiers are believed to be structured , here 's how it could look .
The BBC reported that areas with fewer than 100 cases per 100,000 of population will be in Tier 1 .
These areas will need to adhere to current national restrictions on the 'rule of six ' and wearing face coverings , as well as observe 10pm curfews on pubs , bars and restaurants .
Based on the latest figures for R rates in the Midlands , the following local @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Tier 2 is thought to kick in where cases are above 100 per 100,000 , according to the BBC .
Based on latest R rates , these areas of the Midlands - including Birmingham - would be in that category : As well as observing the same national rules as Tier 1 , areas in Tier 2 are expected to face similar restrictions to those currently imposed on parts of northern England .
Pubs , bars and restaurants would remain open but you would not be able to meet people you do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in your support bubble , in any public venue .
This includes pubs , bars , restaurants and cafes , along with places of worship , community centres , leisure and entertainment venues , or visitor attractions and parks .
This also includes outdoor areas of these venues ( such as a beer garden ) and areas directly outside them , such as the pavement or road .
This applies to visiting venues inside and outside of the affected areas .
You would also not be able to visit friends or family in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ circumstances .
See latest data on coronavirus cases in your area - or any area - by typing the postcode in below : Tier 3 areas would have the highest coronavirus rates and face fuller lockdowns - excluding schools , essential businesses such as supermarkets , and places of worship .
It 's not clear yet where the dividing line is between Tier 2 and Tier 3 .
But with most of the Midlands not vastly above 100 cases per 100,000 so far , it could be that all of the local areas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ level .
Tier 3 measures are expected to include compulsory closure of hospitality venues such as pubs and restaurants , while mixing with any other households in any location wo n't be allowed .
The exception in the Midlands is Nottingham , which will almost certainly be in Tier 3 .
By stark contrast with the rest of the region , it continues to have the highest rate in England , with 2,532 new cases recorded in the seven days to October 6 - the equivalent of 760.6 cases per 100,000 people .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ per 100,000 in the seven days to September 29 .
Knowsley has the second highest rate , which has leapt from 391.1 to 657.6 , with 992 new cases .
Liverpool is in third place , where the rate has also increased sharply , from 419.0 to 599.9 with 2,988 new cases .
Other areas recording big jumps in their seven-day rates include Manchester ( up from 421.6 to 524.7 , with 2,901 new cases ) ; Newcastle upon Tyne ( up from 355.7 to 516.1 , with 1,563 new cases ) ; @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , with 576 new cases ) ; and Sheffield ( up from 171.2 to 426.8 , with 2,496 new cases ) .
All these areas look likely to be in Tier 3 because of severe levels of Covid-19 .
The list is based on Public Health England data published on Friday October 9 .
Reacting to the surge in Covid-19 cases in Nottingham , Nadia Whittome , the MP for Nottingham East , said : `` The Government 's inconsistent messaging , the decision to reopen universities before it was safe and the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ system have all contributed to this fresh outbreak .
I am speaking to the city council about how we can work together to best protect Nottingham residents .
`` I have also reached out to the Secretary of State and Public Health England , asking to discuss new local lockdown measures .
I believe that enhanced restrictions need to be announced imminently , along with a serious plan to protect jobs in the city . ''
Ms Whittome added : `` I am also concerned that new regulations are likely to only be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people to become infected over the weekend .
This is a completely irresponsible approach to introducing new measures . ''
But some council leaders are opposed to the expected restrictions , saying it will severely affect the hospitality industry .
Bars , restaurants and cafes were packed in Manchester on Friday as revellers enjoyed a night out before the likely shutdown .
Council leaders in the West of Yorkshire have warned of a `` devastating '' effect on town and city centres , while the leader of Newcastle Council , Nick Forbes , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` travesty of justice '' and Gateshead Council leader Martin Gannon said it would be `` counter-productive '' .
The Government has said it will pay two-thirds of the wages of workers in any businesses forced to close , which was met with mixed reaction .
Critics said the hospitality sector had been `` forgotten '' and `` picked on '' , amid fears businesses would not come back from a second lockdown .
Gateshead Council leader Martin Gannon told the PA news agency : `` Despite three sets of regulations in 10 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there is evidence that , excluding higher education students ( which is a national problem ) , new cases are beginning to plateau .
`` We need more time , clearer messaging and greater support from government . ''
Asked if that meant they opposed plans to shutter pubs and restaurants in the North , he said : `` We believe the current measures can work without further damage by closing hospitality .
`` If Government ignore us we will call for a substantial financial package to sustain the businesses and workers .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Manchester Council , said evidence suggested that , apart from among students , the virus was most likely to spread in household settings , and pubs , bars and restaurants were not major sources of transmission .
He said measures including the 10pm curfew were having a `` seriously negative impact '' on the economy .
Sir Richard added : `` Further measures risk posing an existential threat for enormous numbers of our businesses and the people who work in them . ''
Night-time economy adviser for Greater Manchester Sacha Lord said he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the spread of coronavirus in bars and restaurants .
He said : `` We keep saying 'show us the science ' and if they show us the science of course we will absolutely work with them because we want the R rate to come down , and if that means shutting , we 'll close to help the R rate come down , but the support package needs to be there . ''
Mr Lord said targeting the hospitality industry was a `` cheap , easy thing '' for the Government to do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forgotten that we are the fifth biggest industry in the UK , they 've forgotten that we put £70 billion into the economy last year .
`` It 's a cheap headline , it looks like they 're doing something , but actually it 's completely reckless . ''
Check the current restrictions in your area by typing the postcode in below : Frank McKenna , from Liverpool networking group Downtown in Business , said : `` I think the industry sector itself feels as though it has been picked on when they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to ensure they are Covid-safe and spent , in some cases , thousands of pounds .
`` Of course they feel discriminated against , and to not even consult with businesses before they introduce those measures is utterly outrageous . ''
He said in the past few days he had spoken to about 40 hospitality business owners and about a quarter were considering closing if there was another lockdown .
At a briefing for MPs in northern England and the Midlands on Thursday , chief medical officer for England Professor Chris Whitty referred @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , restaurants and cafes account for 30 per cent of `` common exposure settings '' , according to preliminary analysis of contact tracing by Public Health England .

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People in Birmingham, across the Midlands and around the UK are awaiting news of the Government's latest respose to soaring cases of coronavirus.
Birmingham, Sandwell, Solihull and - most recently - Wolverhampton are already under local restrictions banning people from social contact in their homes and gardens.
But rising Covid-19 rates have prompted Boris Johnson to prepare tough new measures which will be announced on Monday.
A three-tier, traffic light-style coronavirus lockdown system is set to be unveiled.
But what might the rules mean for Birmingham and other parts of the Midlands?
Mr Johnson will designate a tier to each local authority. Based on how the tiers are believed to be structured, here's how it could look.
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Tier 1
The BBC reported that areas with fewer than 100 cases per 100,000 of population will be in Tier 1.
These areas will need to adhere to current national restrictions on the 'rule of six' and wearing face coverings, as well as observe 10pm curfews on pubs, bars and restaurants.
Based on the latest figures for R rates in the Midlands, the following local authority areas would be in Tier 1.
South Staffordshire 96.1
Rugby 95.5
Stratford-on-Avon 94.5
Hinckley and Bosworth 88.4
Cannock Chase 84.4
Wolverhampton 84.3
Worcester 82.0
Dudley 81.2
Lichfield 81.1
Tamworth 80.8
Staffordshire Moorlands 78.2
Stoke-on-Trent 74.9
Warwick 73.7
North Warwickshire 70.5
East Staffordshire 68.5
Nuneaton and Bedworth 65.4
Redditch 63.3
Telford and Wrekin 60.0
Tier 2
Tier 2 is thought to kick in where cases are above 100 per 100,000, according to the BBC.
Based on latest R rates, these areas of the Midlands - including Birmingham - would be in that category:
Coventry 117.1
Sandwell 121.8
Stafford 123.1
Charnwood (Leicestershire) 125.4
Bromsgrove 129.2
Solihull 130.8
Walsall 138.0
Newcastle-under-Lyme 146.0
Leicester 146.5
Birmingham 167.2
Oadby and Wigston (Leicestershire) 177.1
As well as observing the same national rules as Tier 1, areas in Tier 2 are expected to face similar restrictions to those currently imposed on parts of northern England.
Pubs, bars and restaurants would remain open but you would not be able to meet people you do not live with, unless they're in your support bubble, in any public venue.
This includes pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes, along with places of worship, community centres, leisure and entertainment venues, or visitor attractions and parks. This also includes outdoor areas of these venues (such as a beer garden) and areas directly outside them, such as the pavement or road.
This applies to visiting venues inside and outside of the affected areas.
You would also not be able to visit friends or family in care homes, other than in exceptional circumstances.
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Tier 3
Tier 3 areas would have the highest coronavirus rates and face fuller lockdowns - excluding schools, essential businesses such as supermarkets, and places of worship.
It's not clear yet where the dividing line is between Tier 2 and Tier 3.
But with most of the Midlands not vastly above 100 cases per 100,000 so far, it could be that all of the local areas listed in Tier 2 remain within that level.
Tier 3 measures are expected to include compulsory closure of hospitality venues such as pubs and restaurants, while mixing with any other households in any location won't be allowed.
The exception in the Midlands is Nottingham, which will almost certainly be in Tier 3. By stark contrast with the rest of the region, it continues to have the highest rate in England, with 2,532 new cases recorded in the seven days to October 6 - the equivalent of 760.6 cases per 100,000 people.
This is a huge jump from 158.3 per 100,000 in the seven days to September 29.
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Knowsley has the second highest rate, which has leapt from 391.1 to 657.6, with 992 new cases.
Liverpool is in third place, where the rate has also increased sharply, from 419.0 to 599.9 with 2,988 new cases.
Other areas recording big jumps in their seven-day rates include Manchester (up from 421.6 to 524.7, with 2,901 new cases); Newcastle upon Tyne (up from 355.7 to 516.1, with 1,563 new cases); Exeter (up from 79.9 to 438.3, with 576 new cases); and Sheffield (up from 171.2 to 426.8, with 2,496 new cases).
All these areas look likely to be in Tier 3 because of severe levels of Covid-19.
The list is based on Public Health England data published on Friday October 9.
Reacting to the surge in Covid-19 cases in Nottingham, Nadia Whittome, the MP for Nottingham East, said: "The Government's inconsistent messaging, the decision to reopen universities before it was safe and the fiasco of the privatised test and trace system have all contributed to this fresh outbreak. I am speaking to the city council about how we can work together to best protect Nottingham residents.
"I have also reached out to the Secretary of State and Public Health England, asking to discuss new local lockdown measures. I believe that enhanced restrictions need to be announced imminently, along with a serious plan to protect jobs in the city."
Ms Whittome added: "I am also concerned that new regulations are likely to only be implemented next week, allowing for more people to become infected over the weekend. This is a completely irresponsible approach to introducing new measures."
But some council leaders are opposed to the expected restrictions, saying it will severely affect the hospitality industry.
Bars, restaurants and cafes were packed in Manchester on Friday as revellers enjoyed a night out before the likely shutdown.
Council leaders in the West of Yorkshire have warned of a "devastating" effect on town and city centres, while the leader of Newcastle Council, Nick Forbes, said a tighter clampdown would be a "travesty of justice" and Gateshead Council leader Martin Gannon said it would be "counter-productive".
The Government has said it will pay two-thirds of the wages of workers in any businesses forced to close, which was met with mixed reaction.
Critics said the hospitality sector had been "forgotten" and "picked on", amid fears businesses would not come back from a second lockdown.
Gateshead Council leader Martin Gannon told the PA news agency: "Despite three sets of regulations in 10 days and the ensuing mixed messaging, there is evidence that, excluding higher education students (which is a national problem), new cases are beginning to plateau.
"We need more time, clearer messaging and greater support from government."
Asked if that meant they opposed plans to shutter pubs and restaurants in the North, he said: "We believe the current measures can work without further damage by closing hospitality.
"If Government ignore us we will call for a substantial financial package to sustain the businesses and workers."
Sir Richard Leese, leader of Manchester Council, said evidence suggested that, apart from among students, the virus was most likely to spread in household settings, and pubs, bars and restaurants were not major sources of transmission.
He said measures including the 10pm curfew were having a "seriously negative impact" on the economy.
Sir Richard added: "Further measures risk posing an existential threat for enormous numbers of our businesses and the people who work in them."
Night-time economy adviser for Greater Manchester Sacha Lord said he had not been shown any statistics on the spread of coronavirus in bars and restaurants.
He said: "We keep saying 'show us the science' and if they show us the science of course we will absolutely work with them because we want the R rate to come down, and if that means shutting, we'll close to help the R rate come down, but the support package needs to be there."
Mr Lord said targeting the hospitality industry was a "cheap, easy thing" for the Government to do.
He added: "They've forgotten that we are the fifth biggest industry in the UK, they've forgotten that we put £70 billion into the economy last year.
"It's a cheap headline, it looks like they're doing something, but actually it's completely reckless."
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Frank McKenna, from Liverpool networking group Downtown in Business, said: "I think the industry sector itself feels as though it has been picked on when they have gone way beyond in most respects to ensure they are Covid-safe and spent, in some cases, thousands of pounds.
"Of course they feel discriminated against, and to not even consult with businesses before they introduce those measures is utterly outrageous."
He said in the past few days he had spoken to about 40 hospitality business owners and about a quarter were considering closing if there was another lockdown.
At a briefing for MPs in northern England and the Midlands on Thursday, chief medical officer for England Professor Chris Whitty referred to figures showing that pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes account for 30 per cent of "common exposure settings", according to preliminary analysis of contact tracing by Public Health England.


birminghammail--2020-10-10--Claim chilling 'death threat sent' after notepad with 'gang names' stolen

The theft of a highly sensitive notepad from an unmarked police car could be 'behind the upsurge in violence ' , a community activist claims .
Bishop Desmond Jaddoo believes there is a 'clear link ' between the missing book - listing names of those 'assessed as being involved or vulnerable to gangs ' - and the rise in targeted attacks in the region .
He claims families have told him they are living in fear as individuals have been allegedly told to 'make funeral arrangements ' .
Chillingly , he says he 's received unconfirmed information about a birthday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ details were included in the book .
The message inside is said to have stated : `` Happy birthday - it will be your last . ''
Desmond Jaddoo lodged a formal complaint with the Assistant Chief Constable following the theft of the book on May 29 .
Part of his letter read : `` This book allegedly contains information regarding suspected gang members , their associates and their families and other persons of interest including supposed gang nominals .
`` The sensitivity of this included , to my understanding , names , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ... '' Clearly this is a serious breach and it has been noted that since this book has gone missing there has been an increase in violence as previously described .
`` Families have advised me that they are living in fear , individuals have been contacted and , to paraphrase , told to make funeral arrangements .
`` There is a clear link between this incident and the increase in violence on our streets . ''
West Midlands Police confirmed the book , containing rough notes on people 'assessed as being involved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It has still not been recovered - sparking fears it is being misused by rival mobs targeting people from the list .
However , ACC Danny Long stressed that the force does not believe the loss of the highly sensitive information has `` directly put anyone at risk '' .
In a thorough statement to BirminghamLive , he said : `` On 29 May a notebook containing rough notes on operational policing matters was taken from one of our unmarked cars in Birmingham .
“ Officers from our gangs team were involved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and the notebook was stolen during this time .
“ An investigation was immediately launched to determine any threat and risk posed to members of our community .
“ A debrief was carried out with the officers involved so we could quickly determine what was contained within the notebook .
“ Once this review was carried out we undertook a comprehensive intelligence assessment to understand if any of this information would pose a risk to any individuals .
“ The notebook contained details of people assessed as being involved in , or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He added : `` We conducted a series of visits and sent formal letters to the people whose details were thought to be contained within the notebook , notifying them of the theft and offering support .
“ The data loss was investigated by our professional standards department and we referred it to the Information Commissioner ’ s Office ( ICO ) and the Independent Office for Police Conduct ( IOPC ) The ICO investigation is ongoing .
“ The officer involved was given management advice and we ’ ve been working to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , store and destroy sensitive information .
“ We do not believe that the loss of this information has directly put anyone at risk and we ’ ve been in contact with those who ’ ve had any concerns .
“ At present we do not know where the notebook is , the investigation into the theft ongoing , and we continue to monitor any potential risks within our communities and put the appropriate safeguarding in place . ''
He apologised for the incident as he said relevant safeguarding was put in place @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an ICO report - which will highlight recommendations for the police force .
The statement continued : “ We are very sorry that this information found its way into the public domain .
We manage highly sensitive information every day , which is vital in our fight against violent crime .
“ We immediately put the relevant safeguarding in place and were open and transparent with the people who were involved .
We did not feel it was appropriate to share this information any wider at the time , as that may have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people at further risk .
“ We will welcome the findings of the ICO report once completed and will take any recommendations on board . ''

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The theft of a highly sensitive notepad from an unmarked police car could be 'behind the upsurge in violence', a community activist claims.
Bishop Desmond Jaddoo believes there is a 'clear link' between the missing book - listing names of those 'assessed as being involved or vulnerable to gangs' - and the rise in targeted attacks in the region.
He claims families have told him they are living in fear as individuals have been allegedly told to 'make funeral arrangements'.
Chillingly, he says he's received unconfirmed information about a birthday card allegedly sent to one man whose details were included in the book. The message inside is said to have stated: "Happy birthday - it will be your last."
Desmond Jaddoo lodged a formal complaint with the Assistant Chief Constable following the theft of the book on May 29.
Part of his letter read: "This book allegedly contains information regarding suspected gang members, their associates and their families and other persons of interest including supposed gang nominals.
"The sensitivity of this included, to my understanding, names, addresses, mobile numbers, car registrations...
"Clearly this is a serious breach and it has been noted that since this book has gone missing there has been an increase in violence as previously described.
"Families have advised me that they are living in fear, individuals have been contacted and, to paraphrase, told to make funeral arrangements.
"There is a clear link between this incident and the increase in violence on our streets."
West Midlands Police confirmed the book, containing rough notes on people 'assessed as being involved or vulnerable to gangs' was taken.
It has still not been recovered - sparking fears it is being misused by rival mobs targeting people from the list.
However, ACC Danny Long stressed that the force does not believe the loss of the highly sensitive information has "directly put anyone at risk".
In a thorough statement to BirminghamLive, he said: "On 29 May a notebook containing rough notes on operational policing matters was taken from one of our unmarked cars in Birmingham.
“Officers from our gangs team were involved in a footchase in the Ladywood area, and the notebook was stolen during this time.
“An investigation was immediately launched to determine any threat and risk posed to members of our community.
“A debrief was carried out with the officers involved so we could quickly determine what was contained within the notebook.
“Once this review was carried out we undertook a comprehensive intelligence assessment to understand if any of this information would pose a risk to any individuals.
“The notebook contained details of people assessed as being involved in, or vulnerable to gang related activities."
He added: "We conducted a series of visits and sent formal letters to the people whose details were thought to be contained within the notebook, notifying them of the theft and offering support.
“The data loss was investigated by our professional standards department and we referred it to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). The ICO investigation is ongoing.
“The officer involved was given management advice and we’ve been working to address our policies regarding how we use, store and destroy sensitive information.
“We do not believe that the loss of this information has directly put anyone at risk and we’ve been in contact with those who’ve had any concerns.
“At present we do not know where the notebook is, the investigation into the theft ongoing, and we continue to monitor any potential risks within our communities and put the appropriate safeguarding in place."
He apologised for the incident as he said relevant safeguarding was put in place. The incident is now subject to an ICO report - which will highlight recommendations for the police force.
The statement continued: “We are very sorry that this information found its way into the public domain. We manage highly sensitive information every day, which is vital in our fight against violent crime.
“We immediately put the relevant safeguarding in place and were open and transparent with the people who were involved. We did not feel it was appropriate to share this information any wider at the time, as that may have the situation worse, or potentially put people at further risk.
“We will welcome the findings of the ICO report once completed and will take any recommendations on board."


birminghammail--2020-10-10--Six coronavirus deaths across Birmingham and Midlands as UK toll rises by 87

The UK coronavirus death toll has risen by 87 today - including more Covid-19 deaths in Birmingham and the Midlands .
There were two deaths at Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust .
There was one death at Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust and University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust respectively .
As well as Walsall , there was a death in Wolverhampton , at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust .
There was a further Midlands death at Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust .
This makes it six deaths across the Midlands today , with England recording the vast @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Scotland recorded six deaths of confirmed coronavirus patients in the past 24 hours , according to the latest Covid-19 statistics .
This takes the total under this measure - patients who died within 28 days of first testing positive - to 2,550 since the start of the outbreak .
The Scottish Government figures show 1,009 new coronavirus cases were recorded during the same period - down from Friday 's record high of 1,246 new infections .
This represents 14.1 % of newly-tested individuals , down from 16.2 % on Friday .
Of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Greater Glasgow and Clyde , 204 in Lanarkshire and 160 in Lothian .
A total of 38,042 people have now tested positive for the virus in Scotland , up from 37,033 on Friday .
There are 432 patients in hospital confirmed to have the virus , 35 higher than Friday 's 397 patients .
Of these patients , 34 were in intensive care , up by three from the revised figure on Friday .
Another 902 people have tested positive for Covid-19 in Northern Ireland .
No new deaths were reported .
A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Nineteen are in intensive care and 11 of those are ventilated , the Department of Health said .

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The UK coronavirus death toll has risen by 87 today - including more Covid-19 deaths in Birmingham and the Midlands.
There were two deaths at Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust.
There was one death at Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust and University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust respectively.
As well as Walsall, there was a death in Wolverhampton, at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust.
There was a further Midlands death at Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust.
This makes it six deaths across the Midlands today, with England recording the vast majority of the UK's 87 deaths.
Scotland recorded six deaths of confirmed coronavirus patients in the past 24 hours, according to the latest Covid-19 statistics.
This takes the total under this measure - patients who died within 28 days of first testing positive - to 2,550 since the start of the outbreak.
The Scottish Government figures show 1,009 new coronavirus cases were recorded during the same period - down from Friday's record high of 1,246 new infections.
This represents 14.1% of newly-tested individuals, down from 16.2% on Friday.
Of the new cases, 357 are in Greater Glasgow and Clyde, 204 in Lanarkshire and 160 in Lothian.
A total of 38,042 people have now tested positive for the virus in Scotland, up from 37,033 on Friday.
There are 432 patients in hospital confirmed to have the virus, 35 higher than Friday's 397 patients.
Of these patients, 34 were in intensive care, up by three from the revised figure on Friday.
Another 902 people have tested positive for Covid-19 in Northern Ireland.
No new deaths were reported.
A total of 134 patients are in hospital. Nineteen are in intensive care and 11 of those are ventilated, the Department of Health said.


birminghammail--2020-10-10--UK coronavirus death toll rises by 87 as new lockdown rules loom

The UK coronavirus hospital death toll has increased by 87 as restrictions are set to get tougher from next week .
England has recorded a further 60 deaths in hospitals , Wales has had 21 deaths and in Scotland there have been six more deaths - the total is the highest rise since late June .
A further 13,864 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK were reported on Friday , and 87 more deaths were confirmed of people who died within 28 days of testing positive for coronavirus .
Separate figures suggested coronavirus cases are doubling about twice as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the West Midlands as for the whole of England .
It comes as leaders in the north of England have criticised plans to close pubs and hospitality venues as part of a new system of coronavirus restrictions .
Drinkers and diners in Liverpool , Newcastle and Manchester are enjoying what could be their last orders this weekend as pubs and restaurants across northern England are widely expected to be told to shut to limit the spread of coronavirus .
In North Wales , new coronavirus restrictions are being introduced in Bangor following @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Welsh Government has announced .
From 6pm on Saturday , people will not be allowed to enter or leave the area without a `` reasonable excuse '' and can only meet people they do not live with outdoors , it said .
Pubs and licensed restaurants in five health board areas across central Scotland have begun their enforced 16-day closure amid new restrictions in a bid to curb the spread of coronavirus .

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The UK coronavirus hospital death toll has increased by 87 as restrictions are set to get tougher from next week.
England has recorded a further 60 deaths in hospitals, Wales has had 21 deaths and in Scotland there have been six more deaths - the total is the highest rise since late June.
A further 13,864 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK were reported on Friday, and 87 more deaths were confirmed of people who died within 28 days of testing positive for coronavirus.
Separate figures suggested coronavirus cases are doubling about twice as fast in the North West, Yorkshire and the West Midlands as for the whole of England.
It comes as leaders in the north of England have criticised plans to close pubs and hospitality venues as part of a new system of coronavirus restrictions.
Drinkers and diners in Liverpool, Newcastle and Manchester are enjoying what could be their last orders this weekend as pubs and restaurants across northern England are widely expected to be told to shut to limit the spread of coronavirus.
In North Wales, new coronavirus restrictions are being introduced in Bangor following a sharp rise in cases, the Welsh Government has announced.
From 6pm on Saturday, people will not be allowed to enter or leave the area without a "reasonable excuse" and can only meet people they do not live with outdoors, it said.
Pubs and licensed restaurants in five health board areas across central Scotland have begun their enforced 16-day closure amid new restrictions in a bid to curb the spread of coronavirus.


birminghammail--2020-10-10--Tottenham baulked at Ollie Watkins price tag before Villa pounced

Striker Ollie Watkins was a man in demand over the summer with Aston Villa finally striking a club-record £28 million deal to take him from Brentford .
The 24-year-old has adjusted well to life in the Premier League too following his perfect hat-trick against champions Liverpool in THAT 7-2 victory .
Watkins , who could cost Villa £33 million if add-ons are met , was reportedly looked at by Tottenham prior to moving to Villa Park last month .
Football Insider has today claimed how Spurs chairman Daniel Levy baulked at Brentford 's £28 million asking price and walked away @ @ @ @ @ @ @ report , Watkins was keen on a move to Tottenham despite knowing he would be behind Harry Kane in the pecking order .
It 's claimed Levy spoke with Watkins ' representatives and attempted to drive down Brentford 's asking price - but it was Villa who pounced to get Smith 's No.1 target .
`` I think people questioned the price tag for a Championship player , '' Smith explained moments after his stunning hat-trick last week .
`` I was never in doubt I 'd get a performance like that from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ long time .
`` He 's a great kid and his application and attitude is getting better and it 's there with the best players I 've seen .
`` I 've never doubted that performance he put out today .
It never surprised me and that 's the best accolade I can give to him . ''
As for Spurs they managed to sign another striker in the form of Carlos Vinicius who joined on a loan-to-buy agreement from Benfica .
Staying with Levy , though , and the Spurs chief failed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in 2018 after tabling a bid as little as £4 million prior to Villa 's takeover under Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens .

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Striker Ollie Watkins was a man in demand over the summer with Aston Villa finally striking a club-record £28 million deal to take him from Brentford.
The 24-year-old has adjusted well to life in the Premier League too following his perfect hat-trick against champions Liverpool in THAT 7-2 victory.
Watkins, who could cost Villa £33 million if add-ons are met, was reportedly looked at by Tottenham prior to moving to Villa Park last month.
Football Insider has today claimed how Spurs chairman Daniel Levy baulked at Brentford's £28 million asking price and walked away from the deal.
According to the report, Watkins was keen on a move to Tottenham despite knowing he would be behind Harry Kane in the pecking order.
It's claimed Levy spoke with Watkins' representatives and attempted to drive down Brentford's asking price - but it was Villa who pounced to get Smith's No.1 target.
"I think people questioned the price tag for a Championship player," Smith explained moments after his stunning hat-trick last week.
"I was never in doubt I'd get a performance like that from him. I've known him a long time.
"He's a great kid and his application and attitude is getting better and it's there with the best players I've seen.
"I've never doubted that performance he put out today. It never surprised me and that's the best accolade I can give to him."
As for Spurs they managed to sign another striker in the form of Carlos Vinicius who joined on a loan-to-buy agreement from Benfica.
Staying with Levy, though, and the Spurs chief failed in his pursuit of Jack Grealish back in 2018 after tabling a bid as little as £4 million prior to Villa's takeover under Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens.


birminghammail--2020-10-10--Driver reveals how he was 'chased' by bogus cop who tried to pull him over

A driver was 'chased ' by a bogus policeman after he tried to pull him over in Oldbury .
The victim - who BlackCountryLive has not named - said they were waiting at the traffic lights near Asda when he was approached by the fake cop at around 11.45pm on Tuesday , October 6 .
They said the 'officer ' quizzed him on the vehicle he was driving and said he 'would need to pull over ' on Wolverhampton Road .
But after the fake cop failed to produce any police identification - the victim floored it and was pursued @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , he managed to slip away from them shortly after .
He has since issued an alert to other motorists to be 'careful ' .
West Midlands Police confirmed the incident and said another one took place just half an hour later in Shirley .
A woman had been pulled over by a man in a smaller , dark coloured car , with blue flashing lights on the dashboard .
He told her he was an officer and began questioning her about her speeding .
A spokesman for the force said : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as the nights are getting darker , to remain vigilant on the road .
`` Police officers will always show their ID , and if you are unsure , call 101 to check their details.
`` Anyone with information about the incidents should contact police via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk or by calling 101 .
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A driver was 'chased' by a bogus policeman after he tried to pull him over in Oldbury.
The victim - who BlackCountryLive has not named - said they were waiting at the traffic lights near Asda when he was approached by the fake cop at around 11.45pm on Tuesday, October 6.
They said the 'officer' quizzed him on the vehicle he was driving and said he 'would need to pull over' on Wolverhampton Road.
But after the fake cop failed to produce any police identification - the victim floored it and was pursued over Birchley Island.
And, luckily, he managed to slip away from them shortly after.
He has since issued an alert to other motorists to be 'careful'.
West Midlands Police confirmed the incident and said another one took place just half an hour later in Shirley.
A woman had been pulled over by a man in a smaller, dark coloured car, with blue flashing lights on the dashboard.
He told her he was an officer and began questioning her about her speeding.
A spokesman for the force said: "We want to remind drivers, especially as the nights are getting darker, to remain vigilant on the road.
"Police officers will always show their ID, and if you are unsure, call 101 to check their details. "
Anyone with information about the incidents should contact police via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk or by calling 101.
Always call 999 if think your life is in danger.


birminghammail--2020-10-10--8 changes to lockdown Boris Johnson is under pressure to make

Face coverings could be made mandatory outdoors and the rule of six limited to two households .
The government is facing calls from medical experts to extend the legal requirements for wearing face masks .
Doctors are saying face coverings should be worn in all outdoor settings .
And healthcare professionals also want the rule of six to be limited to just two households .
The British Medical Association ( BMA ) has issued the advice as the coronavirus rate continues to rise across the country .
Birmingham currently has a rate higher than 150 - with swathes of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people too .
The BMA 's council chairman , Dr Chaand Nagpaul , has argued : `` The infection has risen following rapid relaxation of measures and with the Westminster Government letting down its guard - as recently as August , the Government was encouraging people to travel , go to work and mix in restaurants and pubs . ''
In its guidance , the BMA has called for : - the rule of six to be limited to two households only - clear guidance on what 'Covid secure ' means for businesses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ industry - free face masks for anybody aged over 60 - or anybody deemed vulnerable - free face masks for anybody exempt from prescription charges - free face masks at entrance to all public settings - more detailed info on NHS Test and Trace app , to show people what the infection rate means and trends in coronavirus cases Prime Minister Boris Johnson will unveil a new string of measures and enhanced restrictions from Monday .
The PM will deliver an update in the Commons , amid growing calls to take action as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ soar across the country .
Swathes of the north west have seen the rate skyrocket above 200 cases per 100,000 - and , for context , Spain and France were added to the quarantine list in July and August when case surpassed just a tenth of those figures .
Sage experts have warned the government to act , with Professors Semple and Edmunds telling the BBC this week that localised restrictions were not working .
Currently , everywhere from Birmingham to Sandwell and Wolverhampton , with Solihull and Walsall included , is in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do n't go anywhere near enough , according to Sage experts , with the PM facing growing resentment from northern leaders over the haphazard approach to lockdowns .
One Sage expert told Today on BBC earlier this week that a circuit breaker should already have come into effect .
The PM will announce the new traffic light three tier system on Monday , with Birmingham set to be in the middle band , according to leaked docs .

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Face coverings could be made mandatory outdoors and the rule of six limited to two households.
The government is facing calls from medical experts to extend the legal requirements for wearing face masks.
Doctors are saying face coverings should be worn in all outdoor settings.
And healthcare professionals also want the rule of six to be limited to just two households.
The British Medical Association (BMA) has issued the advice as the coronavirus rate continues to rise across the country.
Birmingham currently has a rate higher than 150 - with swathes of the West Midlands above 100 cases per 100,000 people too.
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The BMA's council chairman, Dr Chaand Nagpaul, has argued: "The infection has risen following rapid relaxation of measures and with the Westminster Government letting down its guard - as recently as August, the Government was encouraging people to travel, go to work and mix in restaurants and pubs."
In its guidance, the BMA has called for:
- the rule of six to be limited to two households only
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- face masks mandatory across offices and workspaces
- face masks mandatory outdoors
- clear guidance on what 'Covid secure' means for businesses and sectors like the hospitality and retail industry
- free face masks for anybody aged over 60 - or anybody deemed vulnerable
- free face masks for anybody exempt from prescription charges
- free face masks at entrance to all public settings
- more detailed info on NHS Test and Trace app, to show people what the infection rate means and trends in coronavirus cases
Prime Minister Boris Johnson will unveil a new string of measures and enhanced restrictions from Monday.
The PM will deliver an update in the Commons, amid growing calls to take action as the rate of Covid-19 cases continues to soar across the country.
Swathes of the north west have seen the rate skyrocket above 200 cases per 100,000 - and, for context, Spain and France were added to the quarantine list in July and August when case surpassed just a tenth of those figures.
Sage experts have warned the government to act, with Professors Semple and Edmunds telling the BBC this week that localised restrictions were not working.
Currently, everywhere from Birmingham to Sandwell and Wolverhampton, with Solihull and Walsall included, is in enhanced regionalised restrictions.
But the measures don't go anywhere near enough, according to Sage experts, with the PM facing growing resentment from northern leaders over the haphazard approach to lockdowns.
One Sage expert told Today on BBC earlier this week that a circuit breaker should already have come into effect.
The PM will announce the new traffic light three tier system on Monday, with Birmingham set to be in the middle band, according to leaked docs.


birminghammail--2020-10-11--Scott Sinclair opens on on Aston Villa and Celtic transfer

Scott Sinclair has opened up about the move that could come to define his football career .
The much-travelled Preston attacker had played for ten clubs in eight years before settling at Aston Villa , first on loan and then permanently in 2015 .
However , after some flashes of brilliance but ultimately only nine goals in 45 appearances for the Claret and Blues he was allowed to leave Villa Park .
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Google Play Store and App Store He did so , by signing a four-year deal with Celtic where he finally settled and played 167 times wining nine trophies and scooping a host of individual awards .
And speaking on Sky Sports the 31-year-old has relived the circumstances around his transfer in August 2016 .
“ It was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ made in my career at that time , ” he said .
“ There was always speculation of me going up there at the time , I thought about other things where you could have gone and stayed in England .
“ I knew how big Celtic was but once I went up there I didn ’ t realise how big it us until you play for them .
“ When you do play for them you realise ‘ Wow , this is a massive club ’ .
“ You get to play @ @ @ @ @ @ @ [ the ] Europa , it is one of the best times of my career .
“ Hopefully I can keep moving on , pushing forward and making more memories with Preston where I am now.
” Sinclair has also played for Chelsea , Manchester City , Birmingham City , West Brom and a host of lower league clubs before leaving Celtic for Preston in January this year .

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Scott Sinclair has opened up about the move that could come to define his football career.
The much-travelled Preston attacker had played for ten clubs in eight years before settling at Aston Villa, first on loan and then permanently in 2015.
However , after some flashes of brilliance but ultimately only nine goals in 45 appearances for the Claret and Blues he was allowed to leave Villa Park.
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He did so, by signing a four-year deal with Celtic where he finally settled and played 167 times wining nine trophies and scooping a host of individual awards.
And speaking on Sky Sports the 31-year-old has relived the circumstances around his transfer in August 2016.
“It was probably one of the best decisions I made in my career at that time,” he said.
“There was always speculation of me going up there at the time, I thought about other things where you could have gone and stayed in England.
“I knew how big Celtic was but once I went up there I didn’t realise how big it us until you play for them.
“When you do play for them you realise ‘Wow, this is a massive club’.
“You get to play in the Champions League and Europe and [the] Europa, it is one of the best times of my career.
“Hopefully I can keep moving on, pushing forward and making more memories with Preston where I am now.”
Sinclair has also played for Chelsea, Manchester City, Birmingham City, West Brom and a host of lower league clubs before leaving Celtic for Preston in January this year.


birminghammail--2020-10-11--Boy, 17, arrested after 'violent robbery involving machete'

A teenager has been arrested after a 'violent robbery involving a machete ' , police have confirmed .
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@ @ @ @ @ to take place with the male , reducing/preventing harm to the community . ''
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A teenager has been arrested after a 'violent robbery involving a machete', police have confirmed.
Officers moved to arrest a boy, aged 17, from an address in Birmingham on Saturday morning (October 10).
He was arrested on suspicion of a robbery which took place back in April - during the peak of the coronavirus pandemic.
Police said he had been released while enquiries continue.
Further intervention to 'reduce and prevent harm' to the community is currently under way, officers added.
Springfield officers shared an image showing two uniformed officers at the entrance of a property as they posted news of the arrest to Twitter.
They said: "Springfield WMP officers have arrested an under 25 male for violent crime involving a machete this morning.
"Further intervention and prevention to take place with the male, reducing/preventing harm to the community."
A short statement from West Midlands Police read: "A 17-year-old boy was arrested yesterday (10 September) on suspicion of a robbery in April.
"He has been released while enquiries continue."


birminghammail--2020-10-11--Nabil Abdulrashid speaks out on 'offensive' Britain's Got Talent performance

Britain 's Got Talent comedian Nabil Abdulrashid has shrugged off losing out on the top prize and says it 's not the last we 've seen of his controversial routines .
Although some hailed him as `` one of the funniest and most refreshing comedians out there '' , he triggered a storm of Ofcom complaints and did n't even make the top three on Saturday night .
Viewers thought he looked really stunned and disheartened when results were announced and his name was n't listed .
But afterwards he tweeted defiantly : `` Thanks for all the support guys @ @ @ @ @ @ @ win ] today but do n't worry , the marathon continues .
Love you all .
I came to make my point and I think I did . ''
Nabil was at the centre of a fresh storm of complaints as he returned to the stage for the ITV show 's final , our sister title Manchester Evening News reported .
Addressing the previous objections to his act he said : `` What did I say to offend anybody ?
You 'd think I came out and said something really inflammatory like 'Winston @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then added : `` By the way he was .
I can prove it , when was the last time you met a white man called Winston ? ''
However , the quip about British Prime Minister Winston Churchill being black was deemed `` offensive '' by some .
One viewer said : `` Anyone else think Nabil went a bit to far I actually felt uncomfortable especially about Winston Churchill . ''
Another said : `` BGT is watched by millions , of people some very young , and to stand in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Churchill is black and to mock white people is simply wrong if a white man stood there and took the P out of black or Muslim people how do u think that would go down ? ''
During his routine , the comedian addressed the 733 Ofcom complaints made against him as he hit back at critics .
Referring to his previous performance and to dance troupe Diversity 's controversial Black Lives Matter dance in the first semi-final show , Nabil acknowledged that there had been `` a lot of complaints , a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lives matter . ''
And he added : `` To be honest with you I 'm shocked that that many of them know how to write .
`` They sent me thousands of angry letters .
Hopefully if I annoy them today they can progress onto words . ''
Nabil 's race-focused routine came just weeks after Diversity 's dance , portraying George Floyd 's death sparked almost 25,000 complaints and BGT has now become the most complained about TV show of the decade .
`` Totally not appropriate for a family show @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's act .
`` I don ’ t understand how white bashing improves relationships and encourages mutual respect , understanding and acceptance of different cultures or ethnic groups .
It ’ s getting crazy , '' said another .
Find out what 's happening in your area by typing the postcode into the box below : Others had no problem with his jokes , with one saying Nabil was `` unapologetically himself , and it ’ s brilliant . ''
Another said `` Nabil did n't win BGT tonight .
Honestly one of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there .
These topics need to handled and talked about , they should not just be shut out .
Nabil I wish you the best for your career and you are amazing . ''
The £250,000 prize and the chance to perform at the Royal Variety Performance went to comedian Jon Courtenay , who impressed viewers and judges with his uplifting rundown of the year 's events .

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Britain's Got Talent comedian Nabil Abdulrashid has shrugged off losing out on the top prize and says it's not the last we've seen of his controversial routines.
Although some hailed him as "one of the funniest and most refreshing comedians out there", he triggered a storm of Ofcom complaints and didn't even make the top three on Saturday night.
Viewers thought he looked really stunned and disheartened when results were announced and his name wasn't listed.
(Image: ITV)
But afterwards he tweeted defiantly: "Thanks for all the support guys. Didn't get the W [win] today but don't worry, the marathon continues. Love you all. I came to make my point and I think I did."
Nabil was at the centre of a fresh storm of complaints as he returned to the stage for the ITV show's final, our sister title Manchester Evening News reported.
Addressing the previous objections to his act he said: "What did I say to offend anybody? You'd think I came out and said something really inflammatory like 'Winston Churchill was black.'"
He then added: "By the way he was. I can prove it, when was the last time you met a white man called Winston?"
(Image: PA)
However, the quip about British Prime Minister Winston Churchill being black was deemed "offensive" by some.
One viewer said: "Anyone else think Nabil went a bit too far? I actually felt uncomfortable, especially about Winston Churchill."
Another said: "BGT is watched by millions of people, some very young, and to stand in front of the world and say Winston Churchill is black and to mock white people is simply wrong. If a white man stood there and took the P out of black or Muslim people how do u think that would go down?"
During his routine, the comedian addressed the 733 Ofcom complaints made against him as he hit back at critics.
Referring to his previous performance and to dance troupe Diversity's controversial Black Lives Matter dance in the first semi-final show, Nabil acknowledged that there had been "a lot of complaints, a lot of complaints because we said black lives matter."
And he added: "To be honest with you I'm shocked that that many of them know how to write.
"They sent me thousands of angry letters. Hopefully if I annoy them today they can progress onto words."
Nabil's race-focused routine came just weeks after Diversity's dance, portraying George Floyd's death sparked almost 25,000 complaints and BGT has now become the most complained about TV show of the decade.
"Totally not appropriate for a family show!" complained another viewer about Nabil's act.
"I don’t understand how white bashing improves relationships and encourages mutual respect, understanding and acceptance of different cultures or ethnic groups. It’s getting crazy," said another.
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Others had no problem with his jokes, with one saying Nabil was "unapologetically himself, and it’s brilliant."
Another said: "These topics need to handled and talked about, they should not just be shut out. Nabil I wish you the best for your career and you are amazing."
The £250,000 prize and the chance to perform at the Royal Variety Performance went to comedian Jon Courtenay, who impressed viewers and judges with his uplifting rundown of the year's events.


birminghammail--2020-10-11--Villa favourite Young one of six positive COVID tests at Inter

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Southampton have joined the queue of clubs interested in Watford captain Troy Deeney, according to reports.
The Sun on Sunday claims Saints are one of three Premier League outfits monitoring the 32-year-old.
They say West Brom and Brighton are the others with Deeney’s future potentially set to be decided before Friday’s EFL-Premier League transfer deadline.
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The report says Deeney still believes he can play in the top flight even though he has only played one minute of Championship football for the Hornets this term.
Albion continue to be linked, a connection that started even before they lost Hal Robson-Kanu to a broken arm.
Slaven Bilic has repeatedly spoken of his desire to bolster his attacking options, with the club continuing to work on a deal for Huddersfield’s Karlan Grant.
Southampton have Danny Ings in outstanding form at present, with Che Adams, Shane Long and Michael Obafemi as other options.