birminghammail--2020-03-03--Newcastle United fans take inflatable penises to West Brom after viral celebration

Newcastle United fans have taken giant inflatable penises to the FA Cup tie against West Bromwich Albion .
The Magpies @ @ @ @ @ Hawthorns for the fifth round clash against Slaven Bilic ’ s side tonight .
Over @ @ @ @ @ out the away end and some have them have brought blow-up penises to the match @ @ @ @ @ reference to the way one Newcastle supporter celebrated the winning goal against Oxford United in @ @ @ @ @ fan was caught on live television spinning his private parts in a circle to celebrate @ @ @ @ @ time goal in the replay at the Kassam Stadium .
A clip of the celebration @ @ @ @ @ this evening 's match , Albion jokingly tweeted that their ground is a ‘ windmill-free @ @ @ @ @ made nine alterations to the side that lost at home to Wigan Athletic on Saturday @ @ @ @ @ ’ Shea and midfielder Rekeem Harper the only players to keep their place in the @ @ @ @ @ Baggies striker Dwight Gayle is on the bench for the visitors .

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Newcastle United fans have taken giant inflatable penises to the FA Cup tie against West Bromwich Albion.
The Magpies are the visitors to The Hawthorns for the fifth round clash against Slaven Bilic’s side tonight .
Over 5,5000 travelling fans have packed out the away end and some have them have brought blow-up penises to the match.
The props are in reference to the way one Newcastle supporter celebrated the winning goal against Oxford United in the previous round.
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The fan was caught on live television spinning his private parts in a circle to celebrate Allan Saint-Maximin’s stoppage time goal in the replay at the Kassam Stadium.
A clip of the celebration went viral and ahead of this evening's match, Albion jokingly tweeted that their ground is a ‘windmill-free zone’.
Bilic has made nine alterations to the side that lost at home to Wigan Athletic on Saturday, with defender Dara O’Shea and midfielder Rekeem Harper the only players to keep their place in the starting line-up.
Meanwhile former Baggies striker Dwight Gayle is on the bench for the visitors.


birminghammail--2020-03-03--'Yes' - Aston Villa target reveals transfer offers

Aston Villa are being linked with Marseille midfielder Morgan Sanson ahead of the summer .
Dean Smith ’ s side are in the Premier League 's relegation zone ahead of Monday ’ s trip to Leicester City and know the outcome of their battle for survival will have a major impact on what the next transfer window will look like at B6 .
According to reports in France , Sanson has already been identified as a target if Villa stay up .
A former French under-21 international who has developed a reputation in France as a skilled operator in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been linked with Wolves while Everton and Manchester United are said to be admirers .
But newspaper Le Phoceen has reported that it is Villa who are ‘ very interested ’ in the 25-year-old who has scored four goals and has the same number of assists in 26 Ligue 1 appearances this season .
Having been for a move to the Premier League in January , Sanson has revealed he received offers but did n't want to leave Marseille .
“ I was very calm about it , I would read everything that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , '' he said .
`` A lot of falsehoods were written .
“ Because yes there were offers but I never thought about leaving .
The squad is feeling good , I am feeling good personally and there is no reason to leave at this moment in the season.
” It has been reported that Marseille could be forced to sell the £30m-rated player to raise cash amid concerns over their Financial Fair Play standing .

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Aston Villa are being linked with Marseille midfielder Morgan Sanson ahead of the summer.
Dean Smith’s side are in the Premier League's relegation zone ahead of Monday’s trip to Leicester City and know the outcome of their battle for survival will have a major impact on what the next transfer window will look like at B6.
According to reports in France, Sanson has already been identified as a target if Villa stay up.
A former French under-21 international who has developed a reputation in France as a skilled operator in the midfield engine room, Sanson has previously been linked with Wolves while Everton and Manchester United are said to be admirers.
But newspaper Le Phoceen has reported that it is Villa who are ‘very interested’ in the 25-year-old who has scored four goals and has the same number of assists in 26 Ligue 1 appearances this season.
Having been for a move to the Premier League in January, Sanson has revealed he received offers but didn't want to leave Marseille.
“I was very calm about it, I would read everything that was being written about me and laugh," he said. "A lot of falsehoods were written.
“Because yes there were offers but I never thought about leaving. The squad is feeling good, I am feeling good personally and there is no reason to leave at this moment in the season.”
It has been reported that Marseille could be forced to sell the £30m-rated player to raise cash amid concerns over their Financial Fair Play standing.


birminghammail--2020-03-03--Burglary hoard seized by police including medals, jewellery and even children's piggy banks

First World War medals , jewellery , watches , coins and children 's money boxes have been seized by police investigating burglaries across Birmingham and the Black Country .
The stash was found at an address in Smethwick earlier this month after police stopped a car in the High Street and arrested three people on suspicion of multiple burglaries .
Distinctive jewellery items , watches , coin collections , medals and even children ’ s money boxes are among the items seized .
West Midlands Police has issued images of the property in the hope people will recognise pieces and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ owner .
Detective Sergeant Nigel Box , from West Midlands Police , said : “ We believe all the property has been stolen from homes across the region .
“ Some of the items are quite distinctive , including a Defence Medal and another medal featuring World War 1 dates around the perimeter .
“ There is also an antique wooden telescope and novelty piggy banks : one purple hippo and the other a red pig − we hope by releasing the images , they ’ ll trigger someone ’ s memory .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ who ’ s suffered a burglary over the last few months and believes some of the property may be theirs . ''
Three men , aged 23 , 26 and 38 , are currently remanded in prison having been charged with conspiracy to commit burglary .
It ’ s alleged they broke into homes between November 15 last year and February 3 making off with jewellery , cash and electrical items valued collectively at £50,000 .
You can contact the high harm team directly on n.box @ west-midlands.pnn.police.uk or via Live Chat at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 101 anytime .

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First World War medals, jewellery, watches, coins and children's money boxes have been seized by police investigating burglaries across Birmingham and the Black Country.
The stash was found at an address in Smethwick earlier this month after police stopped a car in the High Street and arrested three people on suspicion of multiple burglaries.
Distinctive jewellery items, watches, coin collections, medals and even children’s money boxes are among the items seized.
(Image: WMP)
West Midlands Police has issued images of the property in the hope people will recognise pieces and we can reunite them with their rightful owner.
Detective Sergeant Nigel Box, from West Midlands Police, said: “We believe all the property has been stolen from homes across the region.
(Image: WMP)
“Some of the items are quite distinctive, including a Defence Medal and another medal featuring World War 1 dates around the perimeter.
“There is also an antique wooden telescope and novelty piggy banks: one purple hippo and the other a red pig − we hope by releasing the images, they’ll trigger someone’s memory.
“We want to hear from anyone who’s suffered a burglary over the last few months and believes some of the property may be theirs."
Three men, aged 23, 26 and 38, are currently remanded in prison having been charged with conspiracy to commit burglary.
It’s alleged they broke into homes between November 15 last year and February 3 making off with jewellery, cash and electrical items valued collectively at £50,000.
You can contact the high harm team directly on n.box@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk or via Live Chat at west-midlands.police.uk between 8am and midnight, call 101 anytime.


birminghammail--2020-03-03--The truth about why Dion Dublin nutted Robbie Savage in crazy Aston Villa vs Birmingham City clash

17 years ago today , Dion Dublin was involved in of the most infamous incidents in Second City derby history .
The ex-Aston Villa striker was sent off in the second half of Birmingham City ’ s 2-0 victory on March3 2003 .
His clash with Blues ’ firebrand Robbie Savage has become an iconic image at a time the rivalry was being rekindled at the top flight .
Speaking to Villa ’ s TV channel in 2019 , Dublin claimed Savage ‘ set out ’ to get the striker sent off - which he duly was for a 51st @ @ @ @ @ @ @ blames no-one but himself .
“ I had a stinker getting sent off at Villa Park for violent conduct to my friend , Robbie Savage , ” Dublin recalled .
“ When you think about it now , it was very petulant and very stupid .
Robbie did what he set out to do , which was get me sent off .
“ I rose to the bait – but it was completely my fault .
Robbie did nothing wrong .
People ask ‘ what did he say to you , what did @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he racist ?
Not at all .
He said nothing .
“ It was all me .
The red mist descended and Mr Dublin got sucked in .
Robbie was smiling .
I was grimacing .
“ It happens .
I ’ ve apologised to Robbie .
We work on the BBC together .
It ’ s not a problem .
I ’ m a man .
”

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It was 17 years ago when Dion Dublin was involved in of the most infamous incidents in Second City derby history.
The ex-Aston Villa striker was sent off in the second half of Birmingham City’s 2-0 victory on March3 2003.
His clash with Blues’ firebrand Robbie Savage has become an iconic image at a time the rivalry was being rekindled at the top flight.
Speaking to Villa’s TV channel in 2019, Dublin claimed Savage ‘set out’ to get the striker sent off - which he duly was for a 51st minute head butt.
However, he blames no-one but himself.
“I had a stinker getting sent off at Villa Park for violent conduct to my friend, Robbie Savage,” Dublin recalled.
“When you think about it now, it was very petulant and very stupid. Robbie did what he set out to do, which was get me sent off.
“I rose to the bait – but it was completely my fault. Robbie did nothing wrong. People ask ‘what did he say to you, what did he say to you?’ Was he racist? Not at all. He said nothing.
“It was all me. The red mist descended and Mr Dublin got sucked in. Robbie was smiling. I was grimacing.
“It happens. I’ve apologised to Robbie. We work on the BBC together. It’s not a problem. I’m a man.”


birminghammail--2020-03-03--Man dies after being hit by car in Wolverhampton - driver arrested on suspicion of drink driving

A man has died after he was hit by a car in Blakenhall , Wolverhampton .
The 50-year-old was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after he was struck by a Toyota Yaris on Dudley Road just after midnight ( Tuesday , March 3 ) .
He died in hospital this afternoon and an investigation is ongoing .
A 42-year-old man arrested at the scene on suspicion of drink-driving has been released pending further investigation .
To keep up-to-date with crime in your community , join the Black Country Crime Watch Facebook group where you will be alerted to any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ area .
DC Chris Ridge , from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit , said : “ Our enquiries into the circumstances of this collision are continuing at pace .
I ’ d ask anyone who saw what happened and hasn ’ t already spoken to us to contact me or my team as soon as possible .
“ The family of the man who lost his life has been informed and our specialist officers are providing them with support .
“ If you saw anything or have dashcam footage , please get in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
Information can be given by contacting collision investigators on FL_COLLISION_INVEST @ west-midlands.pnn.police.uk , via Live Chat at west-midlands.police.uk between 8am and midnight , or by calling 101 anytime .
Please quote log 18 of 03/03/2020 .

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A man has died after he was hit by a car in Blakenhall, Wolverhampton.
The 50-year-old was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after he was struck by a Toyota Yaris on Dudley Road just after midnight (Tuesday, March 3).
He died in hospital this afternoon and an investigation is ongoing.
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A 42-year-old man arrested at the scene on suspicion of drink-driving has been released pending further investigation.
To keep up-to-date with crime in your community, join the Black Country Crime Watch Facebook group where you will be alerted to any suspicious or criminal behaviour happening in your area.
DC Chris Ridge, from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Our enquiries into the circumstances of this collision are continuing at pace. I’d ask anyone who saw what happened and hasn’t already spoken to us to contact me or my team as soon as possible.
“The family of the man who lost his life has been informed and our specialist officers are providing them with support.
“If you saw anything or have dashcam footage, please get in touch with us as soon as possible."
Information can be given by contacting collision investigators on FL_COLLISION_INVEST@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk , via Live Chat at west-midlands.police.uk between 8am and midnight, or by calling 101 anytime. Please quote log 18 of 03/03/2020.


birminghammail--2020-03-03--Slaven Bilic makes nine West Brom changes as Dwight Gayle named as a Newcastle sub

As expected , West Brom boss Slaven Bilic has rung the changes for the FA Cup tie with Newcastle United at The Hawthorns this evening .
In all , Bilic has made nine alterations to the side that lost at home to Wigan Athletic on Saturday , with defender Dara O ’ Shea and midfielder Rekeem Harper the only players to keep their place in the starting line-up .
Many senior players start alongside them , though ; as was already revealed by Bilic , Kieran Gibbs starts at left-back , while captain Chris Brunt and Gareth Barry line up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ line , while Matty Phillips and Kyle Edwards take up positions on the wing .
This is your round up of all things West Brom ; the one-stop shop that will keep you updated on the latest goings on at the club and beyond .
Transfers , injuries , match-days and managers , we ’ ve got you covered .
We ’ ll be bringing the very latest on the Baggies throughout the week and around the clock .
Make sure you keep yourself updated with our handy daily catch up ... • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - READ • The player ratings from The Hawthorns - READ For all your latest WBA news , opinion , analysis and transfer gossip , click here You can follow our West Brom reporter Joseph Chapman on Twitter , and his email address is Joseph.Chapman @ reachplc.com Jake Livermore , Semi Ajayi , Matheus Pereira and Sam Johnstone are among a host of first choice players given a night off , with the bench also much changed .
For the Magpies , they make six changes to the side that were held to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the Premier League on Saturday .
Allan Saint-Maximin is fit to start , having been a doubt in the build-up , while striker Joelinton also starts .
Dwight Gayle , still thought of so fondly in these parts for his 24-goal contribution on loan last season , is named among the substitutes by Steve Bruce .
They also start Miguel Almiron and Danny Rose in their starting XI .

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As expected, West Brom boss Slaven Bilic has rung the changes for the FA Cup tie with Newcastle United at The Hawthorns this evening.
In all, Bilic has made nine alterations to the side that lost at home to Wigan Athletic on Saturday, with defender Dara O’Shea and midfielder Rekeem Harper the only players to keep their place in the starting line-up.
Many senior players start alongside them, though; as was already revealed by Bilic, Kieran Gibbs starts at left-back, while captain Chris Brunt and Gareth Barry line up in midfield.
Charlie Austin lead the line, while Matty Phillips and Kyle Edwards take up positions on the wing.
Jake Livermore, Semi Ajayi, Matheus Pereira and Sam Johnstone are among a host of first choice players given a night off, with the bench also much changed.
For the Magpies, they make six changes to the side that were held to a goalless draw at home to Burnley in the Premier League on Saturday.
Allan Saint-Maximin is fit to start, having been a doubt in the build-up, while striker Joelinton also starts.
Dwight Gayle, still thought of so fondly in these parts for his 24-goal contribution on loan last season, is named among the substitutes by Steve Bruce.
They also start Miguel Almiron and Danny Rose in their starting XI.
West Brom team
Bond; Furlong, O’Shea, Bartley, Gibbs; Barry, Harper, Brunt, Edwards, Phillips, Austin
Subs : Al-Habsi, Townsend, Fitzwater, Peltier, Tulloch, Krovinovic, Zohore
Newcastle United team
Darlow; Manquillo, Schar, Lascelles, Rose; Bentaleb, S Longstaff, Lazaro, Saint-Maximin, Almiron, Joelinton
Subs : Elliot, Shelvey, Ritchie, Gayle, Lejeune, Yedlin, M Longstaff


birminghammail--2020-03-03--‘Ozil replacement’ - Arsenal fans react to legend’s Jack Grealish transfer claim

Arsenal fans have made a Jack Grealish demand after club legend Robert Pires showered the Aston Villa midfielder with praise .
Pires described Grealish as a “ great footballer with a good technique ” ahead of Sunday ’ s Carabao Cup final – which Villa lost 2-1 to Manchester City – and likened him to former Gunners teammate Dennis Bergkamp .
`` I love watching him play because he reminds me of Dennis Bergkamp , ” Pires said .
`` I like to see him playing in the same position as Dennis , as a No.10 .
“ He has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a selfish player because he always wants to do what is best for the team , and I think he has a great future .
“ I don ’ t want to put too much pressure on Jack because he is still a young player learning the game and Dennis was an incredible talent and a champion .
“ But Grealish is a very complete player and I think the key for him is to keep playing like he enjoys his football . ''
The 24-year-old , who is under contract at Villa @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Manchester United who have been impressed with his performances in the Premier League .
Pires claimed that he could also envisage Pep Guardiola trying to lure the midfielder to Man City .
“ City need to find a replacement for Silva next season – and I think Grealish is someone who Pep will look at .
He is English , he has good experience of the Premier League and he has a great technique .
“ But I think Grealish is a player who would interest a lot of top clubs , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But Arsenal fans want to see Grealish at the Emirates after Pires ’ comments were shared by Gunners supporters online .
One said : “ Sign him boss @ m8arteta @ JackGrealish ” .
“ @ JackGrealish come to @ Arsenal , ” said another .
A third demanded : “ Bring him to the carpet @ Arsenal @ m8arteta ” .

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Arsenal fans have made a Jack Grealish demand after club legend Robert Pires showered the Aston Villa midfielder with praise.
Pires described Grealish as a “great footballer with a good technique” ahead of Sunday’s Carabao Cup final – which Villa lost 2-1 to Manchester City – and likened him to former Gunners teammate Dennis Bergkamp.
"I love watching him play because he reminds me of Dennis Bergkamp,” Pires said. "I like to see him playing in the same position as Dennis, as a No.10.
“He has great vision, he isn’t a selfish player because he always wants to do what is best for the team, and I think he has a great future.
“I don’t want to put too much pressure on Jack because he is still a young player learning the game and Dennis was an incredible talent and a champion.
“But Grealish is a very complete player and I think the key for him is to keep playing like he enjoys his football."
The 24-year-old, who is under contract at Villa until 2023, is a summer target for Manchester United who have been impressed with his performances in the Premier League.
Pires claimed that he could also envisage Pep Guardiola trying to lure the midfielder to Man City.
“City need to find a replacement for Silva next season – and I think Grealish is someone who Pep will look at. He is English, he has good experience of the Premier League and he has a great technique.
“But I think Grealish is a player who would interest a lot of top clubs, like United, Chelsea and Arsenal.”
But Arsenal fans want to see Grealish at the Emirates after Pires’ comments were shared by Gunners supporters online.
One said: “Sign him boss @m8arteta @JackGrealish”.
“@JackGrealish come to @Arsenal,” said another.
A third demanded: “Bring him to the carpet @Arsenal @m8arteta”.
“A good replacement for Ozil!” said a fourth.


birminghammail--2020-03-03--Priti Patel breaks silence on Sir Philip Rutnam resignation amid bullying row

Home Secretary Priti Patel has expressed her `` regret '' at the decision of the senior civil servant at the Home Office to quit and urged staff in the department to come together as `` one team '' .
Sir Philip Rutnam dramatically announced at the weekend that he was standing down as permanent secretary , claiming constructive dismissal and accusing Ms Patel of bullying her subordinates .
The BBC reported that in a joint email to staff written with Sir Philip 's interim successor Shona Dunn , Ms Patel insisted they cared about the wellbeing of all employees .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ for their continuing hard work and `` commitment to deliver the Government 's priorities '' .
`` We both deeply value the work that every person in this department does and care about the well-being of all our staff .
It is therefore a time for us all to come together as one team , '' they wrote .
`` We also recognise the importance of candour , confidentiality and courtesy in building trust and confidence between ministers and civil servants .
`` Both of us are fully committed to making sure the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is upheld . ''
They added : `` We both regret Sir Philip 's decision to resign .
He had a long and dedicated career of public service for which we thank him . ''
The email comes after Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove announced on Monday that there was to be an inquiry into allegations Ms Patel had broken the ministerial code .
Boris Johnson has expressed his full confidence in Ms Patel , who he promoted to one of the great offices of state after she had previously been sacked from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , some Tory MPs have questioned how much longer she can carry on in the job , while Labour has complained the inquiry into her conduct - to be carried out by the Cabinet Office - is not fully independent .
In his televised resignation statement , Sir Philip accused Ms Patel of orchestrating a `` vicious '' campaign against him , of lying about her involvement in it and of creating a climate of fear in her department .
The Home Office declined to comment on the email .

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Home Secretary Priti Patel has expressed her "regret" at the decision of the senior civil servant at the Home Office to quit and urged staff in the department to come together as "one team".
Sir Philip Rutnam dramatically announced at the weekend that he was standing down as permanent secretary, claiming constructive dismissal and accusing Ms Patel of bullying her subordinates.
The BBC reported that in a joint email to staff written with Sir Philip's interim successor Shona Dunn, Ms Patel insisted they cared about the wellbeing of all employees.
They expressed their gratitude to the staff for their continuing hard work and "commitment to deliver the Government's priorities".
"We both deeply value the work that every person in this department does and care about the well-being of all our staff. It is therefore a time for us all to come together as one team," they wrote.
"We also recognise the importance of candour, confidentiality and courtesy in building trust and confidence between ministers and civil servants.
"Both of us are fully committed to making sure the professionalism you would expect to support this is upheld."
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They added: "We both regret Sir Philip's decision to resign. He had a long and dedicated career of public service for which we thank him."
The email comes after Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove announced on Monday that there was to be an inquiry into allegations Ms Patel had broken the ministerial code.
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Boris Johnson has expressed his full confidence in Ms Patel, who he promoted to one of the great offices of state after she had previously been sacked from the Cabinet by Theresa May.
However, some Tory MPs have questioned how much longer she can carry on in the job, while Labour has complained the inquiry into her conduct - to be carried out by the Cabinet Office - is not fully independent.
In his televised resignation statement, Sir Philip accused Ms Patel of orchestrating a "vicious" campaign against him, of lying about her involvement in it and of creating a climate of fear in her department.
Ms Patel has denied the allegations.
The Home Office declined to comment on the email.


birminghammail--2020-03-03--West Brom v Newcastle United: How to stream the FA Cup tie live

West Brom welcome Newcastle United to The Hawthorns on Tuesday night with a place in the quarter finals of the FA Cup on the line .
The Baggies will hope to be playing the Magpies in the Premier League next term , and the league will continue to take precedence over all else .
Slaven Bilic didn ’ t down play the importance of the tie for the club , though ; this will be an opportunity for a number of squad players to prove points , and strong form in the competition can aid their Championship promotion push .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the north east in poor form - having won one of their last ten top flight matches - but heavily backed by an army of over 5,000 supporters .
Here is how you can follow the action .
This is your round up of all things West Brom ; the one-stop shop that will keep you updated on the latest goings on at the club and beyond .
Transfers , injuries , match-days and managers , we ’ ve got you covered .
We ’ ll be bringing the very latest on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clock .
Make sure you keep yourself updated with our handy daily catch up ... • Bilic has his say after Baggies defeat - READ • The player ratings from The Hawthorns - READ For all your latest WBA news , opinion , analysis and transfer gossip , click here You can follow our West Brom reporter Joseph Chapman on Twitter , and his email address is Joseph.Chapman @ reachplc.com The BBC and BT Sport initially decided against Albion and Newcastle as a tie they would be broadcasting .
BT have Portsmouth v @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be showing Derby County v Manchester United on Thursday .
BBC have the rights to the matches on Tuesday ( Chelsea v Liverpool ) and Wednesday ( Sheffield Wednesday v Manchester City ) .
Only last week , though , they announced that supporters of either side who can ’ t be in attendance - or indeed neutrals that hold an interest in the fixture - will be able to stream the tie via the red button on BBC One and also via BBC iPlayer ( The FA Cup Channel ) , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ app .
If you can ’ t get yourself in front of a telly to watch Albion take on the Magpies , then you can tune in for live commentary via radio .
BBC Radio 5Live will have coverage of Chelsea v Liverpool from Stamford Bridge , but over on BBC Radio 5Live Sports Extra they ’ ll be providing coverage from The Hawthorns .
Coverage for the 8pm kick off begins just before , at 7:55pm .
BirminghamLive will be providing live updates via their match-day liveblog from 5pm .
You can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ throughout the evening , and we ’ ll be bringing you the very latest from the post-match press conferences of both managers , Slaven Bilic and Steve Bruce , once the game has been decided - be that in normal time , extra time or after a penalty shoot-out !

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West Brom welcome Newcastle United to The Hawthorns on Tuesday night with a place in the quarter finals of the FA Cup on the line.
The Baggies will hope to be playing the Magpies in the Premier League next term, and the league will continue to take precedence over all else.
Slaven Bilic didn’t down play the importance of the tie for the club, though; this will be an opportunity for a number of squad players to prove points, and strong form in the competition can aid their Championship promotion push.
The visitors travel to the Midlands from the north east in poor form - having won one of their last ten top flight matches - but heavily backed by an army of over 5,000 supporters.
Here is how you can follow the action.
Television
The BBC and BT Sport initially decided against Albion and Newcastle as a tie they would be broadcasting.
BT have Portsmouth v Arsenal on Monday evening, and also will be showing Derby County v Manchester United on Thursday. BBC have the rights to the matches on Tuesday (Chelsea v Liverpool) and Wednesday (Sheffield Wednesday v Manchester City).
Only last week, though, they announced that supporters of either side who can’t be in attendance - or indeed neutrals that hold an interest in the fixture - will be able to stream the tie via the red button on BBC One and also via BBC iPlayer (The FA Cup Channel), the BBC Sport website and the official app.
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Radio
If you can’t get yourself in front of a telly to watch Albion take on the Magpies, then you can tune in for live commentary via radio.
BBC Radio 5Live will have coverage of Chelsea v Liverpool from Stamford Bridge, but over on BBC Radio 5Live Sports Extra they’ll be providing coverage from The Hawthorns.
Coverage for the 8pm kick off begins just before, at 7:55pm.
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BirminghamLive will be providing live updates via their match-day liveblog from 5pm.
You can get Albion biased coverage and goal alerts throughout the evening, and we’ll be bringing you the very latest from the post-match press conferences of both managers, Slaven Bilic and Steve Bruce, once the game has been decided - be that in normal time, extra time or after a penalty shoot-out!


birminghammail--2020-03-03--Dale Grice murder trial: Dad-of-two told alleged killer 'let's dance' before fatal stabbing

Tragic dad Dale Grice told his alleged killer 'let 's dance ' before he was fatally stabbed , a court heard .
The 32-year-old and Ravinder Heer , accused of murdering him , had allegedly squared up to each other in the street outside a home in Cooksey Lane , Kingstanding .
Mr Grice then collapsed from a single knife wound to the back , the jury was told during the second day of Heer 's trial .
He denies murder , claiming he acted in self defence .
Mark Connor , sister of the defendant 's former partner Remy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they left the house after an alleged confrontation in the kitchen on the morning of Saturday , September 7 .
He said : `` I heard a comment saying 'let 's dance ' .
It was Dale who said it .
They were just squaring up .
`` I said , 'Come on lads stop this , there 's no need for this ' .
They would n't listen .
They went from the path to the road and back on to the path .
Dale threw a punch then Rav swung the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It happened that quick . ''
Mr Connor added : `` It was an overhead swing .
He stabbed him .
He ( Mr Grice ) was in shock like he did n't feel it .
He just sort of stumbled over to me and collapsed into my arms .
`` He ( Heer ) was in shock .
I do n't think he knew or realised the damage he had caused .
Dale just dropped to the floor .
I just told him ( Heer ) to 'get lost ' , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the house then .
`` I said : 'what the f*** are you doing , what have you done ?
Just get the hell out of here ' .
He ( Heer ) got in his car and sped off down the road . ''
The court heard that the day before the incident Heer 's girlfriend at the time , Remy Connor , had attended the funeral of her grandfather Paul Lindon .
then a wake at the Beaufort Arms pub in Hamstead .
A group then went back to Remy 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lane around midnight where they continued drinking throughout the night .
Heer , aged 37 , had not been invited to the funeral because he 'did not get on ' with Ms Lindon , the court heard .
He had been rowing with Ms Connor on the evening , mainly over text , about when she would be coming back to take care of the couple 's son , jurors were told .
It was claimed despite drinking heavily at his home in Pimpernell Drive , Walsall , the defendant drove to Ms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mark Connor 's girlfriend Sharlie Holmes met him at the door when he arrived around 6.30am .
She said he asked if Remy was there as well as a man named 'Tydo ' , a friend of Remy 's who had been a 'source of trouble ' between the couple who had scuffled with Heer two weeks prior , the jury was told .
Ms Holmes added : `` Tydo was n't there he was at the Beaufort ( earlier in the day ) where he works as a glass collector .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on me .
I says : 'What are you going to do with that ? '
and he stabbed the front door twice .
I shouted for Mark . ''
Inside the home Ms Lindon then confronted Heer .
Giving her evidence she said : `` He just stood there , I grabbed him and literally lifted him off his feet and tried to get him out of my house . ''
Ms Lindon claimed she saw Heer had a knife in the inside pocket of his bomber jacket .
As Remy Connor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was told that Heer is diabetic and takes insulin .
Timothy Raggatt , defending , stated Heer had a drinking problem and asked whether alcohol affected his condition .
Ms Connor said : `` I could tell something was wrong with him .
I can tell when he 's had a drink .
He just was n't himself . ''
She added : `` I think that 's what caused it ( Heer 's behaviour ) .
His pancreas . ''
Ms Connor told the court Heer knew where she was but came @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
She then described the initial confrontation between Heer and Mr Grice and said : `` He went over to Dale and said 'yes Gricey , what are you saying ? '
`` Dale was sat on the side , they rubbed heads together .
It was a bit sarcastic and Dale said ' I think me and you best take this outside ' , he did n't want to cause trouble in my mum 's house . ''
The court also heard from Steven Durrant who had also been at the Cooksey @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said that everyone was in 'good spirits ' considering it was shortly after a wake and he had been having 'deep ' conversations with Mr Grice who had said : 'Why ca n't people be happy ? '
Mr Durrant also admitted he and some others at the property had taken cocaine .
He said the atmosphere 'certainly changed ' when Heer arrived .
In the aftermath of Mr Grice 's stabbing he said he 'exchanged words ' with the defendant who said : 'he punched me in the head ' as he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the trial opening on Monday the court heard Heer had ditched his car on Queslett Road and went to buy beer from a Spar before he was eventually arrested outside his parents ' home on Valley Road , Hamstead .

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Tragic dad Dale Grice told his alleged killer 'let's dance' before he was fatally stabbed, a court heard.
The 32-year-old and Ravinder Heer, accused of murdering him, had allegedly squared up to each other in the street outside a home in Cooksey Lane, Kingstanding.
Mr Grice then collapsed from a single knife wound to the back, the jury was told during the second day of Heer's trial.
He denies murder, claiming he acted in self defence.
Mark Connor, sister of the defendant's former partner Remy Connor, had followed the pair as they left the house after an alleged confrontation in the kitchen on the morning of Saturday, September 7.
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He said: "I heard a comment saying 'let's dance'. It was Dale who said it. They were just squaring up.
"I said, 'Come on lads stop this, there's no need for this'. They wouldn't listen. They went from the path to the road and back on to the path. Dale threw a punch then Rav swung the knife. They were on the drive. It happened that quick."
Mr Connor added: "It was an overhead swing. He stabbed him. He (Mr Grice) was in shock like he didn't feel it. He just sort of stumbled over to me and collapsed into my arms.
"He (Heer) was in shock. I don't think he knew or realised the damage he had caused. Dale just dropped to the floor. I just told him (Heer) to 'get lost', people were starting to come out of the house then.
"I said: 'what the f*** are you doing, what have you done? Just get the hell out of here'. He (Heer) got in his car and sped off down the road."
The court heard that the day before the incident Heer's girlfriend at the time, Remy Connor, had attended the funeral of her grandfather Paul Lindon. then a wake at the Beaufort Arms pub in Hamstead. A group then went back to Remy's mother Larissa Lindon's home at Cooksey Lane around midnight where they continued drinking throughout the night.
Heer, aged 37, had not been invited to the funeral because he 'did not get on' with Ms Lindon, the court heard.
He had been rowing with Ms Connor on the evening, mainly over text, about when she would be coming back to take care of the couple's son, jurors were told.
It was claimed despite drinking heavily at his home in Pimpernell Drive, Walsall, the defendant drove to Ms Lindon's home the following morning.
Mark Connor's girlfriend Sharlie Holmes met him at the door when he arrived around 6.30am.
She said he asked if Remy was there as well as a man named 'Tydo', a friend of Remy's who had been a 'source of trouble' between the couple who had scuffled with Heer two weeks prior, the jury was told.
Ms Holmes added: "Tydo wasn't there he was at the Beaufort (earlier in the day) where he works as a glass collector. He (Heer) pulled the knife out on me. I says: 'What are you going to do with that?' and he stabbed the front door twice. I shouted for Mark."
Inside the home Ms Lindon then confronted Heer. Giving her evidence she said: "He just stood there, I grabbed him and literally lifted him off his feet and tried to get him out of my house."
Ms Lindon claimed she saw Heer had a knife in the inside pocket of his bomber jacket.
As Remy Connor took to the witness box the court was told that Heer is diabetic and takes insulin.
Timothy Raggatt, defending, stated Heer had a drinking problem and asked whether alcohol affected his condition.
Ms Connor said: "I could tell something was wrong with him. I can tell when he's had a drink. He just wasn't himself."
She added: "I think that's what caused it (Heer's behaviour). His pancreas."
Ms Connor told the court Heer knew where she was but came to 'see who I was with'.
She then described the initial confrontation between Heer and Mr Grice and said: "He went over to Dale and said 'yes Gricey, what are you saying?'
"Dale was sat on the side, they rubbed heads together. It was a bit sarcastic and Dale said 'I think me and you best take this outside', he didn't want to cause trouble in my mum's house."
The court also heard from Steven Durrant who had also been at the Cooksey Lane address throughout the night.
He said that everyone was in 'good spirits' considering it was shortly after a wake and he had been having 'deep' conversations with Mr Grice who had said: 'Why can't people be happy?'
Mr Durrant also admitted he and some others at the property had taken cocaine. He said the atmosphere 'certainly changed' when Heer arrived.
In the aftermath of Mr Grice's stabbing he said he 'exchanged words' with the defendant who said: 'he punched me in the head' as he sped off in his car.
During the trial opening on Monday the court heard Heer had ditched his car on Queslett Road and went to buy beer from a Spar before he was eventually arrested outside his parents' home on Valley Road, Hamstead.
The trial continues.


birminghammail--2020-03-03--Premier League VAR alteration which may impact Aston Villa and Wolves

The use of VAR in the Premier League could be changed in a move which may impact Aston Villa and Wolves .
Sky Sports are reporting that football lawmakers are reviewing whether to allow any communication between the referee and VAR to be heard by fans during matches .
This comes on the back of complaints from supporters on the use of VAR this season .
Manchester United 's 1-1 draw at Everton was the latest match to have a heavily debated VAR decision which ruled out a goal as Dominic Calvert-Lewin 's effort was denied due to the presence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an offside position , with the midfielder adjudged to have impacted David de Gea 's sightline .
From the constantly long waiting times to a lack of clarity of decisions , it 's now thought that lawmakers are eager to appease fans .
The Daily Star have reported that 'as of February 27 there had been 83 total overturns , 21 of which led to goals and 44 goals disallowed ' .
The change could lead to supporters hearing the discussion between the on-field referee and the VAR official at Stockley Park on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fans more aware of decisions .
Former Premier League referee David Elleray recently gave his view on the use of VAR this season and told Sky Sports about what needs to happen next .
“ I think most people would say that it has n't been a howling success , '' Elleray told Sky Sports .
`` But many lessons have been learned and those lessons will be put into place next year .
`` I think we 've been aware , over the last four years or so , of VAR that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , it has n't always gone well at the beginning .
They 've adjusted , they 've modified . ''

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Sky Sports are reporting that football lawmakers are reviewing whether to allow any communication between the referee and VAR to be heard by fans during matches.
This comes on the back of complaints from supporters on the use of VAR this season.
Manchester United's 1-1 draw at Everton was the latest match to have a heavily debated VAR decision which ruled out a goal as Dominic Calvert-Lewin's effort was denied due to the presence of Gylfi Sigurðsson on the floor in an offside position, with the midfielder adjudged to have impacted David de Gea's sightline.
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From the constantly long waiting times to a lack of clarity of decisions, it's now thought that lawmakers are eager to appease fans.
The Daily Star have reported that 'as of February 27 there had been 83 total overturns, 21 of which led to goals and 44 goals disallowed'.
The change could lead to supporters hearing the discussion between the on-field referee and the VAR official at Stockley Park on loudspeakers in the stadium, therefore making fans more aware of decisions.
Former Premier League referee David Elleray recently gave his view on the use of VAR this season and told Sky Sports about what needs to happen next.
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“I think most people would say that it hasn't been a howling success," Elleray told Sky Sports.
"But many lessons have been learned and those lessons will be put into place next year.
"I think we've been aware, over the last four years or so, of VAR that any competition that has started using it, it hasn't always gone well at the beginning. They've adjusted, they've modified."


birminghammail--2020-03-03--Revealed: The coronavirus precautions Wolves players are taking

Wolverhampton Wanderers are ‘ monitoring closely ’ the development of the coronavirus and have announced a number of new measures following the outbreak .
The virus , also known as Covid-19 , is sweeping across Europe and there have been several confirmed cases in the UK .
12 new cases were confirmed over the weekend taking the total number to 21 , and the government published a 28-page ‘ battle plan ’ setting out their strategy .
Wolves players have now been instructed to limit their interactions with fans as part of a wider response the club are undertaking .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ diagnosed cases of coronavirus contracted in the UK has now been confirmed , and the UK Chief Medical Officers have raised the risk to the public of COVID-19 from low to moderate .
“ As a result , the club is now taking positive steps to reduce the risk of its community ’ s health by limiting public engagements for its employees .
“ Wolves players and staff have been asked to avoid any unnecessary meetings , lunches or other public engagements , and temporarily avoid casual fan interaction such as selfies or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this will be disappointing for some supporters , we stress that this a temporary measure to protect the ongoing wellbeing of the Wolves squad and is a decision which has not been taken lightly .
“ In addition , Wolves players and staff are also being instructed to avoid shaking hands where a warm smile and personal greeting will suffice .
“ Supporters will have noticed informational posters on hand-washing and sanitisation at Molineux at recent fixtures , and the club view the maintenance of excellent personal hygiene to be one ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Hand sanitisers will be added to all entrances at Compton and Molineux , on all dining tables and in every bathroom , which all staff and visitors must use regularly.
” Wolves play Brighton and Hove Albion away from home on Saturday before they are scheduled to face Olympiacos at Molineux next Thursday .
The statement added : “ There is currently no affect to forthcoming fixtures , but the club will continue to take guidance from the Premier League , UK Government and World Health Organization , and will update supporters @ @ @ @ @ @

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Wolverhampton Wanderers are ‘monitoring closely’ the development of the coronavirus and have announced a number of new measures following the outbreak.
The virus, also known as Covid-19, is sweeping across Europe and there have been several confirmed cases in the UK.
12 new cases were confirmed over the weekend taking the total number to 21, and the government published a 28-page ‘battle plan’ setting out their strategy.
Wolves players have now been instructed to limit their interactions with fans as part of a wider response the club are undertaking.
A statement said: "The first diagnosed cases of coronavirus contracted in the UK has now been confirmed, and the UK Chief Medical Officers have raised the risk to the public of COVID-19 from low to moderate.
“As a result, the club is now taking positive steps to reduce the risk of its community’s health by limiting public engagements for its employees.
“Wolves players and staff have been asked to avoid any unnecessary meetings, lunches or other public engagements, and temporarily avoid casual fan interaction such as selfies or autographs.
“Whilst we acknowledge that this will be disappointing for some supporters, we stress that this a temporary measure to protect the ongoing wellbeing of the Wolves squad and is a decision which has not been taken lightly.
“In addition, Wolves players and staff are also being instructed to avoid shaking hands where a warm smile and personal greeting will suffice.
“Supporters will have noticed informational posters on hand-washing and sanitisation at Molineux at recent fixtures, and the club view the maintenance of excellent personal hygiene to be one’s responsibility to the wider Wolves community.
“Hand sanitisers will be added to all entrances at Compton and Molineux, on all dining tables and in every bathroom, which all staff and visitors must use regularly.”
Wolves play Brighton and Hove Albion away from home on Saturday before they are scheduled to face Olympiacos at Molineux next Thursday.
The statement added: “There is currently no affect to forthcoming fixtures, but the club will continue to take guidance from the Premier League, UK Government and World Health Organization, and will update supporters with any further developments.”


birminghammail--2020-03-03--Explained: How Leeds keeper Kiko Casilla was found guilty of abusing Jonathan Leko

The Football Association has released a 62-page document listing in full the details of the charges against Leeds United goalkeeper Kiko Casilla after he was found guilty of racially abusing winger Jonathan Leko .
West Brom youngster Leko , who spent the first half of the season on loan at Championship rivals Charlton Athletic before suffering a season ending injury and returning to The Hawthorns , was playing for the Addicks against Leeds at The Valley in September when the pair clashed in the second half before the taking of a corner and the referee intervened .
Following Casilla punching @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was then heard uttering the abusive language for which he was charged .
In November , after Leko and Charlton teammate Macauley Bonne alleged that Casilla had used abusive words aimed at Leko , he was charged with a breach of FA regulation E3 .
Casilla claimed he did not know what the N-word was , a claim that the FA had rejected .
They also ‘ rejected any suggestion ’ that Leko did not hear anything and also rejected that he heard something other than ‘ you f****** n***** ’ .
Spaniard @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Madrid in January 2018 , denied the charge before the end of November and requested a hearing in front of an independent regulatory commission .
He provided witness statements from a number of Leeds teammates , including captain Pablo Hernandez , and boss Marcelo Bielsa .
The charge , however , was upheld unanimously and Casilla has been banned for eight Leeds matches - the first of which was the win at Hull on Saturday - he ’ s also been charged £60,000 and ordered to attend an FA education programme .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ via the official website here .

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The Football Association has released a 62-page document listing in full the details of the charges against Leeds United goalkeeper Kiko Casilla after he was found guilty of racially abusing winger Jonathan Leko.
West Brom youngster Leko, who spent the first half of the season on loan at Championship rivals Charlton Athletic before suffering a season ending injury and returning to The Hawthorns, was playing for the Addicks against Leeds at The Valley in September when the pair clashed in the second half before the taking of a corner and the referee intervened.
Following Casilla punching the aforementioned corner kick clear, he was then heard uttering the abusive language for which he was charged.
In November, after Leko and Charlton teammate Macauley Bonne alleged that Casilla had used abusive words aimed at Leko, he was charged with a breach of FA regulation E3.
Casilla claimed he did not know what the N-word was, a claim that the FA had rejected.
They also ‘rejected any suggestion’ that Leko did not hear anything and also rejected that he heard something other than ‘you f****** n*****’.
Spaniard Casilla, who Leeds signed from Real Madrid in January 2018, denied the charge before the end of November and requested a hearing in front of an independent regulatory commission.
He provided witness statements from a number of Leeds teammates, including captain Pablo Hernandez, and boss Marcelo Bielsa.
The charge, however, was upheld unanimously and Casilla has been banned for eight Leeds matches - the first of which was the win at Hull on Saturday - he’s also been charged £60,000 and ordered to attend an FA education programme.
The FA document in full can be downloaded via the official website here.


birminghammail--2020-03-04--'Total lies' - Newcastle boss Steve Bruce hits out after West Brom FA Cup victory

Despite a win against West Bromwich Albion last night , Newcastle boss Steve Bruce left the Hawthorns rather unhappy .
Towards the end of his post-match press conference , the Newcastle boss refused to answer a question from a journalist in regards to 'nonsense in a newspaper ' over the fitness of winger Allan Saint-Maximin - before debating the contents of the article versus the headline .
For context : 'sources ' believed that Bruce had 'fallen out ' with the winger , something that he denied in his press conference - vehemently .
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`` I do n't know where that came from [ the bust-up ] .
He was sore .
That made my mind up not to risk him , '' stated the Magpies manager .
When the question was raised once more about his fitness , Bruce hit out .
`` I 'm not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ total lies .
It 's nonsense .
`` I 'm glad your source is wrong - Are you calling me a liar ?
Is that what you 're calling me ?
`` There you go .
Your report was wrong .
I 've had no row with Saint-Maximin .
`` None .
You wrote that I had a bust-up .
That was the headline . ''
The debate continued , before Bruce left the press conference .
He stated a number of times that the winger would not be risked in a FA @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going forward .
The Magpies beat West Brom by three goals to two , and will advance to the next round of the FA Cup , while Slaven Bilic 's side will focus on their promotion efforts .

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Despite a win against West Bromwich Albion last night, Newcastle boss Steve Bruce left the Hawthorns rather unhappy.
Towards the end of his post-match press conference, the Newcastle boss refused to answer a question from a journalist in regards to 'nonsense in a newspaper' over the fitness of winger Allan Saint-Maximin - before debating the contents of the article versus the headline.
For context: 'sources' believed that Bruce had 'fallen out' with the winger, something that he denied in his press conference - vehemently.
After the victory, Bruce sat to face the press and was questioned on the context of Saint-Maximin's prior absence.
"I don't know where that came from [the bust-up]. He was sore. That made my mind up not to risk him," stated the Magpies manager.
When the question was raised once more about his fitness, Bruce hit out.
"I'm not going to answer you. It's total lies. It's nonsense.
"I'm glad your source is wrong - Are you calling me a liar? Is that what you're calling me?
"There you go. Your report was wrong. I've had no row with Saint-Maximin.
"None. You wrote that I had a bust-up. That was the headline."
The debate continued, before Bruce left the press conference. He stated a number of times that the winger would not be risked in a FA Cup tie, and will be available going forward.
The Magpies beat West Brom by three goals to two, and will advance to the next round of the FA Cup, while Slaven Bilic 's side will focus on their promotion efforts.


birminghammail--2020-03-04--Sick pay WILL be available from first day of coronavirus illness, Boris Johnson confirms

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that statutory sick pay will be available from the first day of illness under emergency legislation to tackle the coronavirus .
Health officials have confirmed the UK has stockpiles of medicines after concerns were raised over potential shortages due to coronavirus .
Fears over potential shortfalls have been voiced internationally after Indian authorities restricted the export of 26 medicines - including one of the world 's most commonly used pain relief medications , paracetamol .
But the Department for Health and Social Care ( DHSC ) said that there are currently no drug shortages @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it said there are stockpiles of generic drugs like paracetamol `` in the event of any supply issues '' .
Meanwhile , the Royal Pharmaceutical Society said that a `` Brexit buffer '' of medicines was stockpiled in the event of a no-deal Brexit , which means the UK is `` well prepared '' for any potential shortages .
`` There are currently no medicine shortages as a result of Covid-19 , '' a DHSC spokeswoman said .
`` The country is well prepared to deal with any impacts of the coronavirus and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ paracetamol in the event of any supply issues .
`` We are working closely with industry , the NHS and others in the supply chain to ensure patients can access the medicines they need and precautions are in place to prevent future shortages . ''
Sandra Gidley , president of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society , said : `` The Government recently acknowledged that whilst there is little evidence to suggest that supply chains have been affected as a result of restrictions in movement in China , precautionary steps are being taken to help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` The Brexit buffer of medicines that was created in preparation for a no-deal means that the UK is well prepared for any potential medicine shortages and has been able to stockpile to maintain access to medicines .
`` As far as individuals are concerned , buying extra medicines when they are not needed is never a good idea as it can contribute towards potential shortages .
Talk to your pharmacist if you have any concerns about your medicines .
They already manage various shortages of medicines on a daily basis and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they need to keep them well . ''
Richard Torbett , chief executive of the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry , added : `` There are robust procedures in place to manage the supply of medicines in the UK , and companies will be taking all possible measures to secure supply for patients - in line with Government guidance . ''

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Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that statutory sick pay will be available from the first day of illness under emergency legislation to tackle the coronavirus.
Health officials have confirmed the UK has stockpiles of medicines after concerns were raised over potential shortages due to coronavirus.
Fears over potential shortfalls have been voiced internationally after Indian authorities restricted the export of 26 medicines - including one of the world's most commonly used pain relief medications, paracetamol.
But the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) said that there are currently no drug shortages as a result of coronavirus.
And it said there are stockpiles of generic drugs like paracetamol "in the event of any supply issues".
Meanwhile, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society said that a "Brexit buffer" of medicines was stockpiled in the event of a no-deal Brexit, which means the UK is "well prepared" for any potential shortages.
"There are currently no medicine shortages as a result of Covid-19," a DHSC spokeswoman said.
"The country is well prepared to deal with any impacts of the coronavirus and we have stockpiles of generic drugs like paracetamol in the event of any supply issues.
"We are working closely with industry, the NHS and others in the supply chain to ensure patients can access the medicines they need and precautions are in place to prevent future shortages."
Sandra Gidley, president of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, said: "The Government recently acknowledged that whilst there is little evidence to suggest that supply chains have been affected as a result of restrictions in movement in China, precautionary steps are being taken to help ensure supply to the UK remains uninterrupted.
"The Brexit buffer of medicines that was created in preparation for a no-deal means that the UK is well prepared for any potential medicine shortages and has been able to stockpile to maintain access to medicines.
"As far as individuals are concerned, buying extra medicines when they are not needed is never a good idea as it can contribute towards potential shortages. Talk to your pharmacist if you have any concerns about your medicines. They already manage various shortages of medicines on a daily basis and work hard to get patients the medicines they need to keep them well."
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Richard Torbett, chief executive of the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry, added: "There are robust procedures in place to manage the supply of medicines in the UK, and companies will be taking all possible measures to secure supply for patients - in line with Government guidance."


birminghammail--2020-03-04--Ex-Liverpool star makes Jack Grealish prediction Man Utd fans will hate

Aston Villa can hold onto Jack Grealish despite Manchester United interest - if they can maintain their Premier League status .
That 's the view of former Liverpool midfielder Steve McManaman , who is backing Grealish to eventually thrive in the Champions League .
United have been heavily linked with a move for the Villa skipper , with claims in Manchester suggesting they have already 'touched base ' over a potential deal .
Grealish has enjoyed a stunning top flight season , one that has caught the attention of rival managers and fans alike , with an expectation he will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ squad .
Despite his superb personal season , Villa find themselves in the Premier League 's relegation zone , with their top-flight status hanging in the balance .
There is a strong chance that should Villa return to the Championship , Grealish would leave his boyhood club , but McManaman thinks Dean Smith could keep hold of his talisman if they beat the drop .
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Make sure you keep yourself updated with our handy daily catch up ... • Why Aston Villa 's big day will be remembered for wrong reasons - READ • Rated - The relegation run in & how Aston Villa 's hopes stack up - READ For all your latest AVFC news , opinion , analysis and transfer gossip , click here You can follow our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and his email address is ashley.preece @ reachplc.com In his column for HorseRacing.Net , McManaman said : “ I think he ’ s ready for the very top level of English football .
Unfortunately , it all depends on what Aston Villa do this season.
” “ If they stay up then there ’ s a chance that Aston Villa may be able to hang onto him .
“ Aston Villa and their fans won ’ t like to hear this but sooner rather than later he needs to spread his wings and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way he can keep on improving as a player is by playing for a big club and start playing in the Champions League against the best players .
That ’ s the only way that a player can start to flourish .
“ He ’ s a really good talent and he did excellently last season to get Villa to where they are now .
“ When we ’ ve seen him this season , he plays football the way we all want to see football played .
He drops his shoulder , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ great goals , so it ’ s only a matter of time before one of the big boys comes in and snaps him up .
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Aston Villa can hold onto Jack Grealish despite Manchester United interest - if they can maintain their Premier League status.
That's the view of former Liverpool midfielder Steve McManaman, who is backing Grealish to eventually thrive in the Champions League.
United have been heavily linked with a move for the Villa skipper, with claims in Manchester suggesting they have already 'touched base' over a potential deal.
Grealish has enjoyed a stunning top flight season, one that has caught the attention of rival managers and fans alike, with an expectation he will be called up to the next England squad.
Despite his superb personal season, Villa find themselves in the Premier League's relegation zone, with their top-flight status hanging in the balance.
There is a strong chance that should Villa return to the Championship, Grealish would leave his boyhood club, but McManaman thinks Dean Smith could keep hold of his talisman if they beat the drop.
In his column for HorseRacing.Net, McManaman said: “I think he’s ready for the very top level of English football. Unfortunately, it all depends on what Aston Villa do this season.”
“If they stay up then there’s a chance that Aston Villa may be able to hang onto him.
“Aston Villa and their fans won’t like to hear this but sooner rather than later he needs to spread his wings and leave I think.
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“The only way he can keep on improving as a player is by playing for a big club and start playing in the Champions League against the best players. That’s the only way that a player can start to flourish.
“He’s a really good talent and he did excellently last season to get Villa to where they are now.
“When we’ve seen him this season, he plays football the way we all want to see football played. He drops his shoulder, he goes past people, he scores great goals, so it’s only a matter of time before one of the big boys comes in and snaps him up.”


birminghammail--2020-03-04--This Morning viewers rage as abandoned dog reunited with owner who left him tied to church

A dog has been reunited with its owner after she abandoned him .
The pooch was reunited with the woman on This Morning - but viewers are seething .
ITV1 viewers flocked to social media to have their say after the staggering reunion aired on Wednesday , March 4 .
Twitter and Facebook were awash with angry comments from furious viewers who condemned the owner .
Alison Skelly , the owner of Rooney the dog , tied her pet to a church in Blackpool on December 18 and left him to find a new home .
A heartbreaking note was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Please believe me when I say I have n't done this easily .
My heart is broken and I will truly miss him more than words can say .
I hope he can find the new home he deserves .
I love you and I 'm so so sorry . ''
The poor dog was due to be re-homed after being picked up by the RSPCA , but the charity Street Paws helped to track down his owner .
Lucy Bellwood , co-ordinator at Street Paws , said : `` She was struggling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , all sorts really .
There 's never just one thing , I think there was a whole series of issues and she did n't want to drag Rooney down with her . ''
Alison told This Morning : `` I 've never cried so much in my life , even when I lost family members .
I 've never cried so much and felt so much heartbreak when I left him . ''
Viewers then saw the moment Alison was reunited with her beloved pup , with Alison saying : `` I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But This Morning fans were left outraged by the emotional reunion , with some taking to Twitter to vent their anger .
One said : `` Absolute madness how they can celebrate a woman reuniting with her dog after she ’ s abandoned the dog at a lamppost , she didn ’ t even have the decency to go to a shelter . ''
Another wrote : `` Erm why is # thismorning giving back a dog to the woman who abandoned him ? ''
A third said : `` Sorry but she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ back , she literally tied him up and left him.. She could have took him to a rescue centre or friends . ''
`` Should n't be allowed to own a dog after tying it to a post to abandon !
If you cant handle having a pet .
Go to the animal rescue centre , not leave the animal in the cold '' raged another viewer .
`` No sympathy for this woman- why tie a dog to a post instead of bringing him to a rescue centre ?
She should n't @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wrote another .

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A dog has been reunited with its owner after she abandoned him.
The pooch was reunited with the woman on This Morning - but viewers are seething.
ITV1 viewers flocked to social media to have their say after the staggering reunion aired on Wednesday, March 4.
Twitter and Facebook were awash with angry comments from furious viewers who condemned the owner.
Alison Skelly, the owner of Rooney the dog, tied her pet to a church in Blackpool on December 18 and left him to find a new home.
(Image: ITV)
A heartbreaking note was left with Rooney, saying: "Please believe me when I say I haven't done this easily. My heart is broken and I will truly miss him more than words can say. I hope he can find the new home he deserves. I love you and I'm so so sorry."
The poor dog was due to be re-homed after being picked up by the RSPCA, but the charity Street Paws helped to track down his owner.
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Lucy Bellwood, co-ordinator at Street Paws, said: "She was struggling with life, finances, mental health, all sorts really. There's never just one thing, I think there was a whole series of issues and she didn't want to drag Rooney down with her."
Alison told This Morning: "I've never cried so much in my life, even when I lost family members. I've never cried so much and felt so much heartbreak when I left him."
Viewers then saw the moment Alison was reunited with her beloved pup, with Alison saying: "I've got my baby back!"
But This Morning fans were left outraged by the emotional reunion, with some taking to Twitter to vent their anger.
(Image: ITV)
One said: "Absolute madness how they can celebrate a woman reuniting with her dog after she’s abandoned the dog at a lamppost, she didn’t even have the decency to go to a shelter."
Another wrote: "Erm why is #thismorning giving back a dog to the woman who abandoned him?"
A third said: "Sorry but she doesn't deserve to have the dog back, she literally tied him up and left him.. She could have took him to a rescue centre or friends."
"Shouldn't be allowed to own a dog after tying it to a post to abandon! If you cant handle having a pet. Go to the animal rescue centre, not leave the animal in the cold" raged another viewer.
"No sympathy for this woman- why tie a dog to a post instead of bringing him to a rescue centre? She shouldn't be allowed to have him back" wrote another.


birminghammail--2020-03-04--Faryal Makhdoom slams trolls over backlash to supermarket trip two weeks after giving birth

The wife of Amir Khan has hit back at trolls after criticism surfaced over how the new mum had dressed during a trip to the supermarket .
Amir Khan and his wife Faryal Makhdoom have welcomed their third child - a boy named Muhammad Zaviyar Khan .
Former I 'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here !
contestant Amir , 33 , and Faryal , 28 , are also proud parents to daughters Lamaisah , five , and Alayna , 21 months .
Now , Faryal has been condemned by Instagram users after posting an image of herself @ @ @ @ @ @ @ arrival on a trip to the supermarket .
Taking to Instagram , the 28-year-old posted an image of herself in the aisles alongside a caption which reads : `` Mommy of threeee '' , along with PrettyLittleThing tagged in .
But while some fans replied hailing the post , branding her `` beautiful '' , others were n't as kind .
A second agreed , writing : `` You don ’ t look like you had any kids ... '' A third branded the wife of the Olympic athlete , who represented Team @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Athens , in Greece , a `` joker '' .
`` So much approval is needed judging by your caption , '' another wrote .
`` Try being more natural ? ''
another asked , sparking a reply from a defiant Faryal , who hit back : “ Each to their own .
I am relaxed and feel good dressing up - nothing wrong with that ?
“ Loooool also my lashes are natural thanks very much.
” The picture has racked up 35,000 likes .
In 2017 Bolton-born Amir and American Faryal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ revealed she was expecting their second child .
Amir also accused her of cheating with Anthony Joshua , which both she and the former world heavyweight champion denied .
Faryal fired back saying her husband was “ bad around women ” .

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The wife of Amir Khan has hit back at trolls after criticism surfaced over how the new mum had dressed during a trip to the supermarket.
Amir Khan and his wife Faryal Makhdoom have welcomed their third child - a boy named Muhammad Zaviyar Khan.
Former I'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here! contestant Amir, 33, and Faryal, 28, are also proud parents to daughters Lamaisah, five, and Alayna, 21 months.
Now, Faryal has been condemned by Instagram users after posting an image of herself shopping for the essentials for her new arrival on a trip to the supermarket.
(Image: faryalmakhdoom instagram)
Taking to Instagram, the 28-year-old posted an image of herself in the aisles alongside a caption which reads: "Mommy of threeee", along with PrettyLittleThing tagged in.
But while some fans replied hailing the post, branding her "beautiful", others weren't as kind.
One wrote: "What a stupid picture."
A second agreed, writing: "You don’t look like you had any kids..."
A third branded the wife of the Olympic athlete, who represented Team GB at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, in Greece, a "joker".
"So much approval is needed judging by your caption," another wrote.
"Try being more natural?" another asked, sparking a reply from a defiant Faryal, who hit back: “Each to their own. I am relaxed and feel good dressing up - nothing wrong with that?
“Loooool also my lashes are natural thanks very much.”
The picture has racked up 35,000 likes.
In 2017 Bolton-born Amir and American Faryal almost split.
They reconciled when she revealed she was expecting their second child.
Amir also accused her of cheating with Anthony Joshua, which both she and the former world heavyweight champion denied.
Faryal fired back saying her husband was “bad around women”.


birminghammail--2020-03-04--Coronavirus among possible 'shocks' Solihull must be ready for

A Coronavirus outbreak in Solihull is among the possible 'shocks ' that the council will need to consider as it sets out its future priorities .
The risk posed by a major epidemic in the UK was among the national issues which councillors were this week told could pose a challenge locally .
There has yet to be a confirmed case of Covid-19 in either Solihull or the wider West Midlands , although the Prime Minister has warned that there could be a `` significant expansion '' in the number of people infected nationwide .
Sarah Barnes , the council @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , referred to the illness during a briefing to a scrutiny board , but suggested the implications are still unclear .
`` We do n't know yet if that will have any economic impact , '' she said .
`` What we can see is that it 's having an impact on the stock market , but we do n't know about what the longer-term impact of that will be .
`` So that 's the sort of thing that we might have to take into account . ''
As the number of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - there are now around 40 - Solihull Council has added official guidance to its website .
It said : `` You will no doubt have been following the media coverage about Coronavirus on the news .
`` Solihull Council is working closely with the local NHS and other local organisations including our schools to respond to Coronavirus as the situation changes . ''
Last week it was revealed the Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst had closed after a group of pupils had returned from a half-term skiing trip in Italy , where there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ However , the Cooks Lane school has since reopened after tests confirmed that the students and staff - some of whom had complained of feeling unwell - had tested negative for the virus .
In a letter , executive principal Darren Turner had said : `` Specialist cleaners have deep cleaned the school and we have remained in constant communication with the families affected . ''
Public health advice on reducing the spread of germs - including regular handwashing , putting used tissues in the bin and covering your nose and mouth when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ posted on the council 's new webpage .
Other national issues which may have a bearing on the Council Plan include the climate emergency and questions about Britain 's future relationship with the EU , once the current transition period is over .
The council will also have to look at local challenges , including the HS2 construction project , an ageing population in need of care , growing demand for children 's services and the drive to improve digital infrastructure .
The Green Party is pushing hard for inequality to feature prominently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was reminded that 16 Solihull neighbourhoods are ranked among the 10 per cent most deprived in England and how to close the gap was the subject of a passionate debate at last week 's Full Council meeting .
Cllr Ian Courts , leader of the Conservative-run authority , said he was `` quite determined '' that the issue was addressed .
`` There must be something we can do to make it better , I just worry that we think there 's going to be a magic bullet , '' he added .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the coming weeks , with key issues expected to be boiled down into around ten top priorities .
Under the current timetable it would be approved by Full Council next month .

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A Coronavirus outbreak in Solihull is among the possible 'shocks' that the council will need to consider as it sets out its future priorities.
The risk posed by a major epidemic in the UK was among the national issues which councillors were this week told could pose a challenge locally.
There has yet to be a confirmed case of Covid-19 in either Solihull or the wider West Midlands, although the Prime Minister has warned that there could be a "significant expansion" in the number of people infected nationwide.
Sarah Barnes, the council's head of business intelligence and improvement, referred to the illness during a briefing to a scrutiny board, but suggested the implications are still unclear.
"We don't know yet if that will have any economic impact," she said. "What we can see is that it's having an impact on the stock market, but we don't know about what the longer-term impact of that will be.
"So that's the sort of thing that we might have to take into account."
As the number of cases in the UK continues to climb - there are now around 40 - Solihull Council has added official guidance to its website.
It said: "You will no doubt have been following the media coverage about Coronavirus on the news.
"Solihull Council is working closely with the local NHS and other local organisations including our schools to respond to Coronavirus as the situation changes."
Last week it was revealed the Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst had closed after a group of pupils had returned from a half-term skiing trip in Italy, where there has been a particularly severe outbreak.
However, the Cooks Lane school has since reopened after tests confirmed that the students and staff - some of whom had complained of feeling unwell - had tested negative for the virus.
In a letter, executive principal Darren Turner had said: "Specialist cleaners have deep cleaned the school and we have remained in constant communication with the families affected."
Public health advice on reducing the spread of germs - including regular handwashing, putting used tissues in the bin and covering your nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing - has also been posted on the council's new webpage.
Other national issues which may have a bearing on the Council Plan include the climate emergency and questions about Britain's future relationship with the EU, once the current transition period is over.
The council will also have to look at local challenges, including the HS2 construction project, an ageing population in need of care, growing demand for children's services and the drive to improve digital infrastructure.
The Green Party is pushing hard for inequality to feature prominently in the updated document.
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Scrutiny board was reminded that 16 Solihull neighbourhoods are ranked among the 10 per cent most deprived in England and how to close the gap was the subject of a passionate debate at last week's Full Council meeting.
Cllr Ian Courts, leader of the Conservative-run authority, said he was "quite determined" that the issue was addressed.
"There must be something we can do to make it better, I just worry that we think there's going to be a magic bullet," he added.
The plan will continue to take shape in the coming weeks, with key issues expected to be boiled down into around ten top priorities.
Under the current timetable it would be approved by Full Council next month.


birminghammail--2020-03-04--CCTV appeal over coronavirus 'racist attack' in Oxford Street

Detectives investigating a racist assault on a student by attackers shouting about the coronavirus have released CCTV images of four men .
Singaporean Jonathan Mok , 23 , wrote on Facebook that he was set upon by a group of men and a woman as he walked along Oxford Street in central London on Monday February 24 .
Violence erupted after the group passed Mr Mok , who has been studying in the capital for two years , and one made a remark about coronavirus .
On Wednesday , the Metropolitan Police released CCTV images of men they wish to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` This attack left the victim shaken and hurt .
There 's no room on our streets for this kind of violent behaviour and we are committed to finding the perpetrators .
`` I am keen to speak to anyone who has information about this assault .
I would like to identify and speak to the four mend , who may be able to help me with our inquiries . ''
In his account of the assault , Mr Mok described how , as he turned to face the group , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Do n't you dare look at me '' , before launching an attack .
The student said : `` All of a sudden , the first punch was swung at my face and took me by surprise .
When I was still shocked by the first hit , the guy delivered the second sucker punch .
`` By then , a few passers-by had stopped and one of them tried to reason with them that four on one was not fair .
The attacker 's friend tried to swing a kick at me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that I had n't done anything at all .
`` I tried to react in self-defence but could n't do anything substantial because I was still recovering from a broken finger in my master hand .
The guy who tried to kick me then said ' I do n't want your coronavirus in my country ' , before swinging another sucker punch at me , which resulted in my face exploding with blood ( from my nose ) , where the blood was splattered all across the pavement . ''

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Detectives investigating a racist assault on a student by attackers shouting about the coronavirus have released CCTV images of four men.
Singaporean Jonathan Mok, 23, wrote on Facebook that he was set upon by a group of men and a woman as he walked along Oxford Street in central London on Monday February 24.
Violence erupted after the group passed Mr Mok, who has been studying in the capital for two years, and one made a remark about coronavirus.
On Wednesday, the Metropolitan Police released CCTV images of men they wish to speak to.
Detective Sergeant Emma Kirby said: "This attack left the victim shaken and hurt. There's no room on our streets for this kind of violent behaviour and we are committed to finding the perpetrators.
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"I am keen to speak to anyone who has information about this assault. I would like to identify and speak to the four mend, who may be able to help me with our inquiries."
In his account of the assault, Mr Mok described how, as he turned to face the group, one of the men said: "Don't you dare look at me", before launching an attack.
The student said: "All of a sudden, the first punch was swung at my face and took me by surprise. When I was still shocked by the first hit, the guy delivered the second sucker punch.
"By then, a few passers-by had stopped and one of them tried to reason with them that four on one was not fair. The attacker's friend tried to swing a kick at me as I was explaining to the passer-by that I hadn't done anything at all.
"I tried to react in self-defence but couldn't do anything substantial because I was still recovering from a broken finger in my master hand. The guy who tried to kick me then said 'I don't want your coronavirus in my country', before swinging another sucker punch at me, which resulted in my face exploding with blood (from my nose), where the blood was splattered all across the pavement."


birminghammail--2020-03-04--Stranger danger alert over man asking kids their names near school in Oldbury

A school has issued a stranger danger alert to parents in Oldbury .
Brandhall Primary School urged mums and dads @ @ @ @ @ an unknown man was spotted talking to pupils and asking their names .
The incident @ @ @ @ @ ( March 3 ) in Moat Road .
It is believed the man told them @ @ @ @ @ then asked for their names .
To keep up-to-date with crime in your community , @ @ @ @ @ Watch Facebook group .
The school is based in Brennand Road and pupils are aged @ @ @ @ @ old .
A spokesman for the school said : `` On Tuesday , March 3 @ @ @ @ @ a man was approaching students claiming to know their parents and asking their names .
@ @ @ @ @ as a black male , aged in his mid-50s .
At the time of the @ @ @ @ @ a green coat and holding an umbrella .

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A school has issued a stranger danger alert to parents in Oldbury.
Brandhall Primary School urged mums and dads to be extra vigilant as an unknown man was spotted talking to pupils and asking their names.
The incident happened at home time yesterday (March 3) in Moat Road .
It is believed the man told them he knew their parents and then asked for their names.
To keep up-to-date with crime in your community, join the Black Country Crime Watch Facebook group.
The school is based in Brennand Road and pupils are aged between two and 11 years old.
A spokesman for the school said: "On Tuesday, March 3 at 3.45pm on Moat Road a man was approaching students claiming to know their parents and asking their names."
He has been described as a black male, aged in his mid-50s. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a green coat and holding an umbrella.