birminghammail--2020-07-23--TUI holidaymakers can move their holidays for free

Travellers who have booked a holiday this summer with TUI will be allowed to change it for free - regardless of whether or not they have been impacted by coronavirus .
The new policy from the tour operator means Brits can change their hotel and holiday destination if they have booked between July 23 and September 30 this year and are going on holiday between August 20 , 2020 until April 30 , 2021 .
Holidaymakers must , however , make the change at least 28 days before departure , reports the Mirror .
TUI is also cutting the cost @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up to £300 .
There is plenty of choice with the tour operator offering 140 hotels to change to and customers will have at least a week to decide .
A family of four would pay £847pp and a whopping £300 will be taken off the booking if made online .
There is also a two-week holiday in Ibiza available on an all-inclusive basis from £1,381 with Cardiff as the departure airport .
And £300 will be discounted if booked online .
Richard Sofer , commercial director , TUI UK & Ireland said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with circumstances that are constantly evolving , and we know we need to be adaptable .
`` We ’ ve listened to our customers and understand some are feeling apprehensive about travelling at the moment , but still want to book in a holiday to have something to look forward to .
`` I ’ m confident our new flexible amends policy will give customers the peace of mind they need to book a holiday knowing that they can change it if , for whatever reason , they decide they want to go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ It ’ s been more than four months of not taking people on holidays , so we ’ re excited to offer more flexibility so our customers can make the most of what ’ s left of the summer .
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Travellers who have booked a holiday this summer with TUI will be allowed to change it for free - regardless of whether or not they have been impacted by coronavirus.
The new policy from the tour operator means Brits can change their hotel and holiday destination if they have booked between July 23 and September 30 this year and are going on holiday between August 20, 2020 until April 30, 2021.
Holidaymakers must, however, make the change at least 28 days before departure, reports the Mirror.
TUI is also cutting the cost of some package holidays in August by up to £300.
There is plenty of choice with the tour operator offering 140 hotels to change to and customers will have at least a week to decide.
Great deals include an all-inclusive fortnight in Dalman Turkey.
A family of four would pay £847pp and a whopping £300 will be taken off the booking if made online.
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There is also a two-week holiday in Ibiza available on an all-inclusive basis from £1,381 with Cardiff as the departure airport.
And £300 will be discounted if booked online.
Richard Sofer, commercial director, TUI UK & Ireland said: “We are in extraordinary times with circumstances that are constantly evolving, and we know we need to be adaptable.
"We’ve listened to our customers and understand some are feeling apprehensive about travelling at the moment, but still want to book in a holiday to have something to look forward to.
"I’m confident our new flexible amends policy will give customers the peace of mind they need to book a holiday knowing that they can change it if, for whatever reason, they decide they want to go somewhere different or delay their trip.
“It’s been more than four months of not taking people on holidays, so we’re excited to offer more flexibility so our customers can make the most of what’s left of the summer.”


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Brentford boss Thomas Frank makes honest Benrahma transfer admission

Brentford boss Thomas Frank has admitted that one of his front three are likely to leave the club , if they do n't manage to secure promotion to the Premier League .
The Bees blew two chances to seal automatic promotion in the past week , losing their last two games of the season vs Stoke City and Barnsley .
Those results meant West Brom finished second , leaving Brentford facing the lottery of the Championship play-offs .
Said Benrahma , Ollie Watkins and Bryan Mbeumo scored 57 goals between the during the season - with Benrahma taking the majority @ @ @ @ @ @ @ enjoyed a stunning season in the Championship and it is expected he will be plying his trade in the Premier League next season , regardless of Brentford 's fate .
Aston Villa have been heavily linked with Benrahma and it is understood Dean Smith was keen to bring him to B6 last summer .
Villa would ultimately baulk at the asking price , but after another impressive season , they could renew their interest when the window opens - particularly if they can avoid relegation .
Along with Villa , Chelsea have also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that the 'Brentford model ' dictates that one of his front three will leave , if they remain in the Championship .
“ It 's strange for me to talk about next season when we have so much to play for still but the short of it is I 'm 100 % sure we will get stronger next season , ” he told FootballLondon .
“ We know how Brentford works , so it 's likely one player will go but let 's see , ” he added .
“ The ultimate target @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be fine and we wo n't have to discuss if anyone is going to leave us .
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Brentford boss Thomas Frank has admitted that one of his front three are likely to leave the club, if they don't manage to secure promotion to the Premier League.
The Bees blew two chances to seal automatic promotion in the past week, losing their last two games of the season vs Stoke City and Barnsley.
Those results meant West Brom finished second, leaving Brentford facing the lottery of the Championship play-offs.
Said Benrahma, Ollie Watkins and Bryan Mbeumo scored 57 goals between the during the season - with Benrahma taking the majority of plaudits.
The Algerian forward has enjoyed a stunning season in the Championship and it is expected he will be plying his trade in the Premier League next season, regardless of Brentford's fate.
Aston Villa have been heavily linked with Benrahma and it is understood Dean Smith was keen to bring him to B6 last summer. Villa would ultimately baulk at the asking price, but after another impressive season, they could renew their interest when the window opens - particularly if they can avoid relegation.
Along with Villa, Chelsea have also registered an interest and Frank has acknowledged that the 'Brentford model' dictates that one of his front three will leave, if they remain in the Championship.
“It's strange for me to talk about next season when we have so much to play for still but the short of it is I'm 100% sure we will get stronger next season,” he told FootballLondon.
“We know how Brentford works, so it's likely one player will go but let's see,” he added. “The ultimate target is going up and then everything will be fine and we won't have to discuss if anyone is going to leave us.”


birminghammail--2020-07-23--'Fly high Pipi' - Family tribute to teen found murdered at hotel

This is the first picture of Panashe Bako who was allegedly stabbed to death inside a city centre hotel .
The 20-year-old suffered fatal wounds at the Crowne Plaza in Holliday Street on Tuesday , July 21 .
Despite efforts to save him he was later pronounced dead at hospital .
In an emotional tribute , Mr Bako 's heartbroken family said tonight : “ Panashe was loved by many family and friends .
We have been robbed and the pain is too much to bare .
`` Our family will never be the same again .
Fly high Pipi @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now been charged with murder .
The 19-year-old , of Gowan Road , Washwood Heath , has been remanded to appear before Birmingham Magistrates Court tomorrow ( Friday , July 24 ) .
He also faces one count of robbery .
West Midlands Police is also trying to trace another man , Ceasar Bello , in connection with the killing .
Officers believe the 18-year-old , who also goes by the name Peace , may have fled to London .
Detective Inspector Jim Colclough , from the force 's homicide team , said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s family and friends at this very sad time .
“ Our investigation into this tragic loss of a young man ’ s life is moving quickly as we try and determine exactly what happened .
“ We believe Bello may have been involved and that he may have fled to London , so I ’ m asking for your help in tracing him .
Anyone with information should contact police via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk between 8am and midnight .
Alternatively , call 101 at anytime or contact Crimestoppers , anonymously @ @ @ @ @ @

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This is the first picture of Panashe Bako who was allegedly stabbed to death inside a city centre hotel.
The 20-year-old suffered fatal wounds at the Crowne Plaza in Holliday Street on Tuesday, July 21.
Despite efforts to save him he was later pronounced dead at hospital.
In an emotional tribute, Mr Bako's heartbroken family said tonight: “Panashe was loved by many family and friends. We have been robbed and the pain is too much to bare.
"Our family will never be the same again. Fly high Pipi."
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Meanwhile, Muhammad Khan has now been charged with murder.
The 19-year-old, of Gowan Road, Washwood Heath, has been remanded to appear before Birmingham Magistrates Court tomorrow (Friday, July 24).
He also faces one count of robbery.
West Midlands Police is also trying to trace another man, Ceasar Bello, in connection with the killing.
Officers believe the 18-year-old, who also goes by the name Peace, may have fled to London.
Detective Inspector Jim Colclough, from the force's homicide team, said: “My thoughts remain with Panashe’s family and friends at this very sad time.
(Image: Birmingham Live)
“Our investigation into this tragic loss of a young man’s life is moving quickly as we try and determine exactly what happened.
“We believe Bello may have been involved and that he may have fled to London, so I’m asking for your help in tracing him.
Anyone with information should contact police via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk between 8am and midnight.
Alternatively, call 101 at anytime or contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Barmy decision to retire Bellingham's shirt will make Albion smile

Emotions were running high at St Andrew 's Trillion Trophy Stadium last night .
Firstly , before the game as disillusioned Bluenoses gathered to protest the continuing demise of their club - and , lastly , well into the night as a certain teenager stayed up well past his bedtime to bid the teariest of farewells .
The handling of Jude Bellingham has been the one thing Birmingham City have got right in recent years .
While managerial flops after failed transfers after financial struggles after points deductions have turned the air blue in B9 , the Wast Hills coaching @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of being football 's most talented and talked about wonderkid with an assured touch .
BirminghamLive was lucky enough to be there last night as the 17-year-old played his last game in the Royal Blue shirt he adores .
It was n't the happiest of endings .
In fact it was a very Blues ending as Bellingham left the field wincing in pain after developing cramp , 75 minutes into their curtain-closing 3-1 defeat to Derby County .
He found the energy after the match to stroll out onto the pitch for one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which he thrived and then gave eloquent interviews to club and external media , showcasing the sensible head that goes with those magic feet .
Speculation has swirled about Manchester United and City , Liverpool and eventually , Borussia Dortmund , the superclub he now calls home , but Bellingham , thanks to the measured support from his boyhood club , has been able to keep those feet on the ground .
Blues have played a blinder with the club 's youngest ever first teamer .
Until now .
Now that he is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Bundesliga and Blues seem to be laying it on a bit thick .
It 's hard to escape the feeling that BCFC 's decision to retire Bellingham 's No.22 jersey after just 44 appearances and four goals is a little over the top - 14.5k retweets of our message reporting that news are an indication of how it has sent the football Twittersphere into meltdown .
Blues ' pride at producing not only a fine footballer , but also a humble young man is understandable and to be applauded .
But having @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lad from so much hype , bestowing upon him a tribute normally reserved for stalwarts and established greats does seem a bit much .
Especially when at exactly the same time , just five miles down the road , West Bromwich Albion legend Chris Brunt is bowing out with nothing like the same kind of fanfare .
There 's a debate to be had over whether retiring shirt numbers is a fitting tribute anyway .
Rivals Aston Villa did it temporarily to respect Stiliyan Petrov following his inspirational battle against leukaemia and Wolves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ No.1 jersey for the same honorable reason .
But as regimes change these gestures often get forgotten and overturned in any case - to the point where loan flop Borja Baston was the last incumbent of Petrov 's feted No.19 jersey .
Anyway , back to Brunt , a player who has been a loyal servant to Albion for 13 years , played more than 400 times , holds the club 's Premier League record for appearances ( 269 ) and wins ( 76 ) and has signed off by getting the Baggies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time of writing West Brom are yet to announce plans to retire Brunt 's No.11 shirt - and perhaps they will keep it in circulation to inspire the next wearer of it to strive to hit the same heights as Brunt .
Maybe , when he finally hangs up his boots after a post-Albion adventure , they 'll get him to retire that left one and stick it in a museum at The Hawthorns .
There will be some wry smiles at the Baggies about it all - and not just because they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are right to respect , revere and rejoice about heroes who transcend what happens on the pitch to develop such a rapport with their public - and it 's their prerogative to do it however they see fit .
But as Blues and that No.22 shirt prove , 'One of our own ' does n't just apply to those very icons - it can also refer to a mockery of their own making .

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Emotions were running high at St Andrew's Trillion Trophy Stadium last night.
Firstly, before the game as disillusioned Bluenoses gathered to protest the continuing demise of their club - and, lastly, well into the night as a certain teenager stayed up well past his bedtime to bid the teariest of farewells.
The handling of Jude Bellingham has been the one thing Birmingham City have got right in recent years.
While managerial flops after failed transfers after financial struggles after points deductions have turned the air blue in B9, the Wast Hills coaching staff have guided Bellingham through the glare of being football's most talented and talked about wonderkid with an assured touch.
BirminghamLive was lucky enough to be there last night as the 17-year-old played his last game in the Royal Blue shirt he adores.
It wasn't the happiest of endings.
(Image: Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
In fact it was a very Blues ending as Bellingham left the field wincing in pain after developing cramp, 75 minutes into their curtain-closing 3-1 defeat to Derby County.
He found the energy after the match to stroll out onto the pitch for one last chance to survey an environment in which he thrived and then gave eloquent interviews to club and external media, showcasing the sensible head that goes with those magic feet.
Speculation has swirled about Manchester United and City, Liverpool and eventually, Borussia Dortmund, the superclub he now calls home, but Bellingham, thanks to the measured support from his boyhood club, has been able to keep those feet on the ground.
Blues have played a blinder with the club's youngest ever first teamer.
Until now. Now that he is taking those L-plates on the Autobahn to the Bundesliga and Blues seem to be laying it on a bit thick.
It's hard to escape the feeling that BCFC's decision to retire Bellingham's No.22 jersey after just 44 appearances and four goals is a little over the top - 14.5k retweets of our message reporting that news are an indication of how it has sent the football Twittersphere into meltdown.
Blues' pride at producing not only a fine footballer, but also a humble young man is understandable and to be applauded.
But having spent the last few years protecting this lad from so much hype, bestowing upon him a tribute normally reserved for stalwarts and established greats does seem a bit much.
Especially when at exactly the same time, just five miles down the road, West Bromwich Albion legend Chris Brunt is bowing out with nothing like the same kind of fanfare.
There's a debate to be had over whether retiring shirt numbers is a fitting tribute anyway.
Rivals Aston Villa did it temporarily to respect Stiliyan Petrov following his inspirational battle against leukaemia and Wolves have done likewise with Carl Ikeme's No.1 jersey for the same honorable reason.
But as regimes change these gestures often get forgotten and overturned in any case - to the point where loan flop Borja Baston was the last incumbent of Petrov's feted No.19 jersey.
Anyway, back to Brunt, a player who has been a loyal servant to Albion for 13 years, played more than 400 times, holds the club's Premier League record for appearances (269) and wins (76) and has signed off by getting the Baggies back to the big-time.
At the time of writing West Brom are yet to announce plans to retire Brunt's No.11 shirt - and perhaps they will keep it in circulation to inspire the next wearer of it to strive to hit the same heights as Brunt.
Maybe, when he finally hangs up his boots after a post-Albion adventure, they'll get him to retire that left one and stick it in a museum at The Hawthorns.
There will be some wry smiles at the Baggies about it all - and not just because they're basking in promotion glory.
Clubs are right to respect, revere and rejoice about heroes who transcend what happens on the pitch to develop such a rapport with their public - and it's their prerogative to do it however they see fit.
But as Blues and that No.22 shirt prove, 'One of our own' doesn't just apply to those very icons - it can also refer to a mockery of their own making.


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Police investigating racist comments after Jude Bellingham abused online

West Mercia Police are investigating racist comments made on social media toward a 17 year-old from North Worcestershire .
The announcement comes after Birmingham City 's Jude Bellingham was racially abused on social media website Twitter earlier today .
Bellingham played his final game for Blues last night , a 3-1 defeat to Derby County , before moving to Borussia Dortmund after a €25 million deal was agreed earlier this week that made him the most expensive 17 year-old in the world .
He said an emotional goodbye to Blues and posted on Twitter about his final game .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be a Manchester United fan , saying : `` Jude Bellingham the most overrated talent so useless only think about money .
He black .
Black people only think about money . ''
Sign up for our Blues newsletter with your email in the box at the top of the page or click here Bellingham showed the tweet , which has since been deleted along with the account , to his 36,000 followers and branded it 'disgusting ' .
A statement from West Mercia Police read : `` Officers are investigating racist @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 17 year old from North Worcestershire .
Inspector Lee Page said : `` The comments were reported to West Midlands Police earlier today and the case has been handed to West Mercia Police as the victim lives in our policing area .
`` I can confirm that officers are thoroughly investigating these abhorrent comments and we have made contact with the victim and the victim 's family .
`` I share the opinion of all right minded people that these narrow minded and disgusting comments have no place in society . ''

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West Mercia Police are investigating racist comments made on social media toward a 17 year-old from North Worcestershire.
The announcement comes after Birmingham City's Jude Bellingham was racially abused on social media website Twitter earlier today.
Bellingham played his final game for Blues last night, a 3-1 defeat to Derby County, before moving to Borussia Dortmund after a €25 million deal was agreed earlier this week that made him the most expensive 17 year-old in the world.
He said an emotional goodbye to Blues and posted on Twitter about his final game.
He was racially abused by someone who claimed to be a Manchester United fan, saying: "Jude Bellingham the most overrated talent so useless only think about money. He black. Black people only think about money."
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Bellingham showed the tweet, which has since been deleted along with the account, to his 36,000 followers and branded it 'disgusting'.
A statement from West Mercia Police read: "Officers are investigating racist comments made on social media towards a 17 year old from North Worcestershire.
Inspector Lee Page said: "The comments were reported to West Midlands Police earlier today and the case has been handed to West Mercia Police as the victim lives in our policing area.
"I can confirm that officers are thoroughly investigating these abhorrent comments and we have made contact with the victim and the victim's family.
"I share the opinion of all right minded people that these narrow minded and disgusting comments have no place in society."


birminghammail--2020-07-23--‘I’m not ashamed’ of my two abortions says Loose Women star Carol McGiffin

Loose Women 's Carol McGiffin has admitted to two abortions during a discussion on falling fertility rates for women under 30 .
The outspoken presenter talked about the procedures with fellow panellists Judi Love , Jane Moore and presenter Kaye Adams on the ITV show today .
Carol who is 60 said she wasn ’ t “ ashamed ” of her decision and spoke of the circumstances which included a one night stand , writes the Express .
The women had been debating the reasons why fertility rates for women under 30 had plummeted to a record low in England @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Office for National Statistics indicates that the number of over-40s giving birth has actually risen and is at a record level .
Carol said : “ I did get pregnant , twice , and I did have two terminations .
I 'm not ashamed of that.
” “ Some people might disagree that that ’ s a good idea , ” she noted .
“ But I was 38 when I had the second one and I think it was a very simple decision for me to make , it was very easy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , believe it or not , at 38 .
Yeah , I took a long time to grow up .
“ I got pregnant and I think it was my body saying to me , 'Look , you 're running out of time .
You better get on with this . '
I think that is what was happening.
” The TV star went on to address certain terms that people used to describe her because her husband , Mark Cassidy , is 24 years younger .
“ It ’ s really quite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it ’ s rude to assume people are [ cougars ] , ” she said .
“ Cougar is really predatory like I ’ m running down the street chasing young men “ I don ’ t do that , ” Carol said before Jane butted in and jokingly said “ You don ’ t do that anymore.
” But Carol defended herself and said : `` I ’ ve never done that and toyboy is even worse actually because it sounds like he ’ s a plaything .
“ I think everybody @ @ @ @ @ @ @ these stupid labels everyone has to have .
”

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Loose Women's Carol McGiffin has admitted to two abortions during a discussion on falling fertility rates for women under 30.
The outspoken presenter talked about the procedures with fellow panellists Judi Love, Jane Moore and presenter Kaye Adams on the ITV show today.
Carol who is 60 said she wasn’t “ashamed” of her decision and spoke of the circumstances which included a one night stand, writes the Express.
The women had been debating the reasons why fertility rates for women under 30 had plummeted to a record low in England and Wales.
However data from the Office for National Statistics indicates that the number of over-40s giving birth has actually risen and is at a record level.
Carol said: “I did get pregnant, twice, and I did have two terminations. I'm not ashamed of that.”
“Some people might disagree that that’s a good idea,” she noted.
“But I was 38 when I had the second one and I think it was a very simple decision for me to make, it was very easy.
“It was a one-night stand, believe it or not, at 38. Yeah, I took a long time to grow up.
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“I got pregnant and I think it was my body saying to me, 'Look, you're running out of time. You better get on with this.' I think that is what was happening.”
The TV star went on to address certain terms that people used to describe her because her husband, Mark Cassidy, is 24 years younger.
“It’s really quite insulting, it’s insulting and it’s rude to assume people are [cougars],” she said.
“Cougar is really predatory like I’m running down the street chasing young men
“I don’t do that,” Carol said before Jane butted in and jokingly said “You don’t do that anymore.”
But Carol defended herself and said: "I’ve never done that and toyboy is even worse actually because it sounds like he’s a plaything.
“I think everybody should just stop it, stop with these stupid labels everyone has to have.”


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Wolves and Leeds United battle to seal summer transfer swoop

Wolves are one of a number of clubs tracking highly-rated Sunderland youngster Dan Neil , according to reports .
The @ @ @ @ @ an appearance for the senior-team at the Stadium of the Light , but his performances @ @ @ @ @ him rave reviews , with a host of teams monitoring his progress .
Along with @ @ @ @ @ Leeds United , Celtic and Sunderland ’ s arch-rivals Newcastle United , all hold an @ @ @ @ @ would be available for a minimum compensation fee .
The report suggests that the Mackems @ @ @ @ @ hang onto the goalscoring midfielder , the latest starlet off the production line at the @ @ @ @ @ recent years , Wolves have made it an integral part of their transfer policy to @ @ @ @ @ development squads at Compton .
The January window saw Rochdale full-back , Luke Matheson join @ @ @ @ @ ended the season with Dale , with plans for him to be involved in the @ @ @ @ @

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Wolves are one of a number of clubs tracking highly-rated Sunderland youngster Dan Neil, according to reports.
The 18-year-old has yet to make an appearance for the senior-team at the Stadium of the Light, but his performances for the U23s have earned him rave reviews, with a host of teams monitoring his progress.
Along with Wolves; ChronicleLive claim that Leeds United, Celtic and Sunderland’s arch-rivals Newcastle United, all hold an interest in Neil, who would be available for a minimum compensation fee.
The report suggests that the Mackems face an uphill battle to hang onto the goalscoring midfielder, the latest starlet off the production line at the League One outfit.
In recent years, Wolves have made it an integral part of their transfer policy to add talented youngsters to the development squads at Compton.
The January window saw Rochdale full-back, Luke Matheson join the club. The 17-year-old ended the season with Dale, with plans for him to be involved in the shortened pre-season this summer.


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Wanted man arrested after 16 YEARS on run - hiding in his bed

A wanted man who spent 16 years on the run has been arrested - after police found him hiding in his bed .
The male , who was being hunted by officers in Hertfordshire for handling stolen goods and drug offences , was arrested in Walsall today ( Thursday , July 23 ) .
Cops said he 'd managed to evade arrest by living abroad but officers finally managed to track him down on his return .
A woman was also arrested for harbouring an offender and obstructing police .
Taking to Twitter to reveal details of the arrest , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Walsall Taskforce arrested a male today on our area .
`` He has been wanted for 16 years by Herts Police for handling stolen goods and drug offences .
`` He evaded arrest by going to live abroad for a number of years before returning to the UK .
`` Today we caught up with him and found him hiding inside his own bed .
Not beneath it and not in a wardrobe but actually inside his bed .
`` A female was also arrested for harbouring an offender and obstructing police @ @

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A wanted man who spent 16 years on the run has been arrested - after police found him hiding in his bed.
The male, who was being hunted by officers in Hertfordshire for handling stolen goods and drug offences, was arrested in Walsall today (Thursday, July 23).
Cops said he'd managed to evade arrest by living abroad but officers finally managed to track him down on his return.
A woman was also arrested for harbouring an offender and obstructing police.
Taking to Twitter to reveal details of the arrest, Brownhills Police said: "Our team and Walsall Taskforce arrested a male today on our area.
"He has been wanted for 16 years by Herts Police for handling stolen goods and drug offences.
"He evaded arrest by going to live abroad for a number of years before returning to the UK.
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"Today we caught up with him and found him hiding inside his own bed. Not beneath it and not in a wardrobe but actually inside his bed.
"He was promptly arrested.
"A female was also arrested for harbouring an offender and obstructing police."


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Coronavirus outbreak confirmed at Midlands vegetable farm

A Covid-19 outbreak has been confirmed at a Worcestershire farm and comes just weeks after another outbreak at a farm near Malvern .
Now 14 workers at Evesham Vale Growers Limited at Blackminster near Evesham have tested positive for Covid-19 , with some 340 workers employed at the site .
All staff at the site will now be tested and advised to isolate , when not in work .
Worcestershire County Council said it is working with Public Health England to contain the outbreak .
Measures put in place include providing PPE for staff , testing on site , ‘ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in enclosed areas and more hand washing .
The site already had screens to protect workers .
Dr Adrian Phillips , consultant in Communicable Disease Control with PHE Midlands , said : “ We are working closely with the local authority and the management at Evesham Vale Growers Limited to support the health and wellbeing of the workforce and wider public health .
“ We still expect to see cases in the community and within settings where people are closer together , such as workplaces , which is why the Test and Trace @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pick up on any potential problems and swiftly to take remedial action to reduce spread .
“ To support this workforce of around 340 key workers , the company has put in place a range of infection control measures to try to reduce the risk of staff being exposed to COVID-19 .
“ Measures include supporting testing on site , promoting social distancing in the indoor packaging area , providing PPE for staff where applicable , encouraging regular hand washing for at least 20 seconds , and promoting the use of face coverings @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have seen a global trend of large food producers being subject to outbreaks , as a precautionary measure , the decision was made to test the entire workforce.
” Worcestershire ’ s Director of Public Health , Dr Kathryn Cobain maintained the food produced at the site , which includes tomatoes , spring onions , asparagus , fennel and courgettes , as well as ‘ combinable and forage crops ’ according to the firm ’ s website , is ‘ safe to eat ’ .
Dr Kathryn Cobain , Director for Public Health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ priority is to protect the health and wellbeing of all residents in our community .
“ We will continue to support the site management , their workers – who form an important part of our local economy , and the local community through this challenging time .
“ The food produced on the site is unaffected by the outbreak and remains safe to eat .
Anyone who has a fever , persistent dry cough , or loss or change in their sense of taste or smell should call 119 or go online to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Evesham Vale Growers Limited said : “ Our staff are our priority , they are hard-working key workers helping us provide food for the country .
“ The site has a multitude of preventative measures in place for our workers , including screens , hand washing facilities , extra cleaning and protocols for workers coming and going on the site .
“ We are working closely with PHE Midlands and Public Health at Worcestershire County Council to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
” It is the second outbreak in this area of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to have tested positive for Covid-19 at AS Green and Co , based at Rook Row Farm in Mathon , near Malvern .

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A Covid-19 outbreak has been confirmed at a Worcestershire farm and comes just weeks after another outbreak at a farm near Malvern.
Now 14 workers at Evesham Vale Growers Limited at Blackminster near Evesham have tested positive for Covid-19, with some 340 workers employed at the site.
All staff at the site will now be tested and advised to isolate, when not in work.
Worcestershire County Council said it is working with Public Health England to contain the outbreak.
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Measures put in place include providing PPE for staff, testing on site, ‘promoting’ social distancing, face coverings in enclosed areas and more hand washing. The site already had screens to protect workers.
Dr Adrian Phillips, consultant in Communicable Disease Control with PHE Midlands, said: “We are working closely with the local authority and the management at Evesham Vale Growers Limited to support the health and wellbeing of the workforce and wider public health.
“We still expect to see cases in the community and within settings where people are closer together, such as workplaces, which is why the Test and Trace system is important, to help us pick up on any potential problems and swiftly to take remedial action to reduce spread.
“To support this workforce of around 340 key workers, the company has put in place a range of infection control measures to try to reduce the risk of staff being exposed to COVID-19.
“Measures include supporting testing on site, promoting social distancing in the indoor packaging area, providing PPE for staff where applicable, encouraging regular hand washing for at least 20 seconds, and promoting the use of face coverings in closed areas.
“As we have seen a global trend of large food producers being subject to outbreaks, as a precautionary measure, the decision was made to test the entire workforce.”
Worcestershire’s Director of Public Health, Dr Kathryn Cobain maintained the food produced at the site, which includes tomatoes, spring onions, asparagus, fennel and courgettes, as well as ‘combinable and forage crops’ according to the firm’s website, is ‘safe to eat’.
Dr Kathryn Cobain, Director for Public Health for Worcestershire, said: “Our priority is to protect the health and wellbeing of all residents in our community.
“We will continue to support the site management, their workers – who form an important part of our local economy, and the local community through this challenging time.
“The food produced on the site is unaffected by the outbreak and remains safe to eat. Anyone who has a fever, persistent dry cough, or loss or change in their sense of taste or smell should call 119 or go online to arrange a test.”
A spokesperson for Evesham Vale Growers Limited said: “Our staff are our priority, they are hard-working key workers helping us provide food for the country.
“The site has a multitude of preventative measures in place for our workers, including screens, hand washing facilities, extra cleaning and protocols for workers coming and going on the site.
“We are working closely with PHE Midlands and Public Health at Worcestershire County Council to prevent the spread of COVID-19.”
It is the second outbreak in this area of the Midlands with some 120 workers now found to have tested positive for Covid-19 at AS Green and Co, based at Rook Row Farm in Mathon, near Malvern.


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Police launch investigation into Xuandong Ren car attack

West Midlands Police have opened an investigation , after a car carrying Birmingham City chief executive Xuandong Ren was attacked outside of St Andrew 's .
There were multiple protests around the stadium on Wednesdat night , as Blues ended their Championship campaign with defeat to Derby County .
Trillion Trophy Asia ( TTA ) have come under intense criticism from fans , with Blues only just surviving relegation to League One .
In a video which has since gone viral on social media , a number of fans gathered round a vehicle , close to the players ’ entrance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a flare was let off , the Range Rover was circled by supporters , shouting obscenities about the CEO and chanting for him to leave the club .
And now West Midlands Police have confirmed they are looking into the incident , although no offences were reported .
The statement , as cited by Sky Sports , reads : `` We are aware of a video circulating on social media that appears to show a car being attacked as it entered St Andrew 's football stadium before the game last night ( 22 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into this video , however as yet no offences have been reported . ''

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West Midlands Police have opened an investigation, after a car carrying Birmingham City chief executive Xuandong Ren was attacked outside of St Andrew's.
There were multiple protests around the stadium on Wednesdat night, as Blues ended their Championship campaign with defeat to Derby County.
Trillion Trophy Asia (TTA) have come under intense criticism from fans, with Blues only just surviving relegation to League One.
In a video which has since gone viral on social media, a number of fans gathered round a vehicle, close to the players’ entrance at St Andrew’s.
After a flare was let off, the Range Rover was circled by supporters, shouting obscenities about the CEO and chanting for him to leave the club.
And now West Midlands Police have confirmed they are looking into the incident, although no offences were reported.
The statement, as cited by Sky Sports, reads: "We are aware of a video circulating on social media that appears to show a car being attacked as it entered St Andrew's football stadium before the game last night (22 July).
"We are looking into this video, however as yet no offences have been reported."


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Birmingham restaurants offering half price Eat Out To Help Out deals

The impact of coronavirus continues to have an effect on our hard hit restaurants .
As part of his mini budget Rishi Sunak announced that over August diners will get a 50 per cent discount off the price of their meal and soft drinks , up to a maximum of £10 per person as part of the new Eat Out to Help Out scheme .
You can claim this discount at any restaurant signed up to the deal - but on Monday to Wednesday only .
Mr Sunak has also agreed a temporary VAT cut from 20 per cent to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tourism industries - a lifeline for many businesses trying to trade in Covid 19 conditions .
To use the Eat Out to Help Out scheme all you need to do is know who is signed up , head over there and order food to eat in .
Registered businesses simply reduce the bill by the appropriate amount , and the offer can be used with other promotions and offers the business accepts .
If you order to takeaway you will not be eligible for any discount - you also do n't get a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ restaurants registered in the scheme so far and the days the deal is available .
Are you a Birmingham business who is signed up to the deal and would like to be included in this list ?
Please let us know .
This popular salad bar serves delightful Poke bowls - combining fresh fish such as salmon and ahi tuna with sushi rice and salad .
It also offers chicken and tofu bowls .
This craft beer venue serves up lovely pub grub and snacks including pork pies , pork scratchings and scotch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ back of the ICC serves `` Seasonal British Classics with a twist '' and has a lovely outdoor terrace .
The bar and eatery is also part of the deal .
It said : `` This means our Set Menu will be from £20 , Afternoon Tea/Garden Picnic £15 or enjoy our amazing meat or cheese platters from £8.75 . ''
The food is this dramatic and stylish modern Chinese features dim sum and sharing plates .
On the a la carte section , Tattu ’ s signature dishes include beef fillet and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A spokeswoman told us : `` Tattu will also be participating in the government ’ s Eat Out to Help Out scheme Monday - Wednesday each week .
Offering diners 50 % off food and non-alcoholic drinks up to a maximum discount of £10 per person for those dining in any of Tattu ’ s four restaurants in Manchester , Leeds , Birmingham and Edinburgh .
The discount can not be applied to ’ Tattu to You ’ click and collect and delivery services .
Although this Indian street food restaurant is in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ buzzy cool atmosphere .
The menu covers all street food favourites and most curry options .
We like Mowgli ’ s signature yoghurt chat bombs - crisp bread puffs filled with chickpeas , spiced yoghurt , tamarind & coriander .
Read our review here Over the road from Grand Central , this family run independent is a cosy little spot for delicious authentic Indian food as well as great cocktails .
There is pretty much something for everyone at this place and we 've never been disappointed .
We love their pani puri @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Chinatown 's oldest restaurant is not part of The Eat Out to Help out scheme but it says it will pass on the Chancellor 's recent VAT cuts savings onto diners .
Throughout August you can get 25 per cent off dining in , collection and delivery .
Popular Chinatown buffet restaurant Ming Moon is also signed up to Eat Out to Help Out .
The eatery is offering contactless buffet - after ordering on their app , you can enjoy as much pan-Asian cuisine as you want without leaving your table @ @ @ @ @ @ @ delivered to your table - by their staff - and you can order more dishes as many times as you like !
Every little helps , so its amazing news Michelin starred restaurant Opheem is also offering the discount to diners Helmed by the talented Aktar Islam expect a very special meal out .
Dishes include Aktar 's Great British Menu winning Soft shell crab , caraway seed tempura , crab shaami .
The restaurant is renowned for its great value lunch menu too .
Read our review here This newly opened restaurant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Islam offers stunning steak in stunning surroundings .
According to its Instagram page , Pulperia is one of handful of restaurants in the country to offer rare breeds such as 50 day aged Galician Blonde .
This Moseley Syrian cafe now has four branches in total - including the city centre .
It offers up dishes including Lamb Bi Ajeen - spiced lamb flatbread and Fuul - fava bean stew with slow cooked tomatoes as well as mixed Mezze platters .
Cheap and very cheerful pizza chain Franco Manca is getting even cheaper @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s local wine merchants paired with delicious plates of meats and cheese .
All served up in a super stylish atmosphere .
Though it 's worth noting the Eat Out to Help Out scheme does n't include alcohol .
Birmingham 's oldest pub takes safety very seriously - it has a 17 page document on its website on how it passed the Covid 19 risk assessment .
Similarly to The Canal House , diners can specifically book a table outside for up to eight people .
This brilliant boozer offers up great @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cosy atmosphere .
Menu choices include crispy tofu taco , old Jamaica ginger wings , IPA battered tandoori fish and chips , as well as a selection of burgers This cute eatery formerly Cheval Blanc wine bar serves up `` modern English dishes using only seasonal ingredients - with an Asian influence '' .
Helmed by Brummie chef Ben Taylor , it is super popular with locals .
Deals include two baos and a noodle soup for £20 .
Family run Laghi 's Deli offers a range of authentic Italian dishes such as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a warm cafe atmosphere .
Owner Luca Laghi will be serving up All You Eat pizza only on Mondays and Tuesdays - with a £10 discount so diners will only pay a tenner each .
On Wednesdays you can enjoy the full Laghi '' s menu with the deal discount .
He told us : `` My lobster ravioli with datterini tomatoes and saffron that would normally cost £25 that will now cost £15 on Wednesdays only .
And on Monday and Tuesday I will be serving all you can eat half @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people will come and enjoy ! ''
This acclaimed pub renowned for its pizzas , is also offering the Chancellor approved discount on its menu throughout August .
Serving up `` playful contemporary cuisine '' in the heart of Harborne .
Chef owner Jamie Desogus has recently fitted partitions separating each table to maintain social distancing .
Read our review here This excellent pizzeria is well worth a visit any day of the week but on Wednesday you can make use of the government deal .
Enjoy first class pizza at insanely good @ @ @ @ @ @ @ business and would like to be listed here please get in touch .

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There has never been a better time to eat well and cheaply in Birmingham
As part of his mini budget Rishi Sunak announced that throughout August diners get a 50 per cent discount off the price of their meal and soft drinks, up to a maximum of £10 per person as part of the new Eat Out to Help Out scheme.
You can claim this discount at any restaurant signed up to the deal - on Monday to Wednesday only.
Mr Sunak has also agreed a temporary VAT cut from 20 per cent to 5 per cent for the hospitality and tourism industries - a lifeline for many businesses trying to trade post Covid.
So some places are offering other brilliant deals as well.
To use the Eat Out to Help Out scheme all you need to do is know who is signed up, head over there and order food to eat in.
Registered businesses simply reduce the bill by the appropriate amount, and the offer can be used with other promotions and offers the business accepts.
If you order to takeaway you will not be eligible for any discount - you also don't get a discount on alcohol.
Below are city restaurants registered in the scheme so far and the days the deal is available. Our list of nationwide chain venues signed up is available here
Are you a Birmingham business who would like to be included in this list? Please let us know.
City Centre
Dishoom
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Newbie on the city centre block Dishoom is offering 50% off all food and soft drink - with no £10 cap!
The Indian chain restaurant housed in One Chamberlain Square posted: "Her Majesty's Treasury has kindly offered all restaurant-goers a discount of 50% off meals taken on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays in August, up to a cap of £10 per person.
"In support of this generosity, we are going beyond the £10 cap set by the Chancellor, and honouring this 50% discount on all food and soft drinks.
"This really is outrageously good value. Your breakfast of Akuri or Kejriwal and as many cups of Chai as you can drink can be had for a little over £5. A delicious and fulsome lunch of House Black Daal, Roomali Roti and a couple of lamb chops will set you back less than £10. Or, enjoy a lavish feast of your Bombay comfort food favourites, all at extremely humble prices."
Walk in are welcome and you can also book in advance.
Welcome to Brum, Dishoom.
One Chamberlain Square, Birmingham B3 3AX
The Ivy Temple Row
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The Ivy will be offering half price off all food and soft drinks up to the value of £10 per person every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, on all menus.
A spokeswoman said: "To mark the occasion, the team have been busy creating a new and bespoke set menu. Available all day from 11.30am Monday – Wednesday, guests can choose from either two courses for £30 or three for £35 before the offer is applied, and discover the delights of the brasserie’s crispy duck salad, mouth-watering roast beef fillet, or the infamous melting chocolate bombe."
67-71 Temple Row,B2 5LS
Asha's
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Award-winning Indian restaurant Asha's is renowned for delicious food and great cocktails in a very buzzy and sophisticated environment. As well as the classic Indian starter and curry favourites, there is a whole menu devoted to kebabs - including tandoori chicken tikka and chicken malai kebab and salmon tikka. We highly recommend the biryani. Read more here
Available Monday to Wednesday.
12-22 Newhall Street B3 3LX
Kuula Poke
This popular salad bar serves delightful Poke bowls - combining fresh fish such as salmon and ahi tuna with sushi rice and salad. It also offers chicken and tofu bowls.
Read our review here
Available Monday to Wednesday.
16a Colmore Row, B2 5HU
Purecraft Bar and Kitchen
This craft beer venue serves up lovely pub grub and snacks including pork pies, pork scratchings and scotch eggs.
Available Tuesday and Wednesday.
30 Waterloo Street B2 5TJ
Craft
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Craft restaurant housed at the back of the ICC serves "Seasonal British Classics with a twist" and has a lovely outdoor terrace.
The bar and eatery is also part of the deal. It said: "This means our Set Menu will be from £20, Afternoon Tea/Garden Picnic £15 or enjoy our amazing meat or cheese platters from £8.75."
Available Wednesdays.
The Terrace, The ICC, 8 Centenary Square, Birmingham B1 2EA Tel: 07539 064051
Tattu
The food is this dramatic and stylish modern Chinese features dim sum and sharing plates. On the a la carte section, Tattu’s signature dishes include beef fillet and caramel soy and saffron black cod.
A spokeswoman told us: "Tattu will also be participating in the government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme Monday - Wednesday each week. Offering diners 50% off food and non-alcoholic drinks up to a maximum discount of £10 per person for those dining in Tattu. The discount cannot be applied to ’Tattu to You’ click and collect and delivery services."
Available Monday to Wednesday.
18 Barwick Street, Birmingham, B3 2NT
Comptoir Libanais, Grand Central
This colourful restaurant serves up mezzes, wraps and tasty tagines. Hot mezze dishes include marinated Jawaneh chargrilled marinated chicken wings with garlic, lemon & pomegranate molasses and Fatayer spinach - baked pastry pie filled with spinach, feta cheese, sumac, pine nuts and olive oil served with Comptoir salad.
Available Monday to Wednesday.
Unit 29 Stephenson Place B2 4BF
Marco Pierre White at The Cube
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Located on Level 25 at The Cube, you can enjoy superb views at Marco Pierre White Birmingham.
The eatery's summer set menu which includes a three-course meal is priced at £20. But on the Eat Out to Help Out Deal it is available for only £10! You can also use the £10 discount on the à la Carte menu. Dishes include Wheeler’s Fishcake, Escalope of Pork À La Milanese as well as a variety of burgers.
Available Monday to Wednesday.
The Cube, 200 Wharfside Street, B1 1PR
Mowgli
Although this Indian street food restaurant is in a shopping centre, it has a buzzy, cool atmosphere.
The menu covers all street food favourites and most curry options. We like Mowgli’s signature yoghurt chat bombs - crisp bread puffs filled with chickpeas, spiced yoghurt, tamarind & coriander. Read our review here
Available Monday to Wednesday.
Grant Central
Indian Streatery
Over the road from Grand Central, this family run independent is a cosy little spot for delicious authentic Indian food as well as great cocktails. There is pretty much something for everyone at this place and we've never been disappointed. We love their pani puri and meaty masala fries. Amazing value.
Available Monday to Wednesday.
21A Bennetts Hill, B2 5QP
Chung Ying Cantonese
Chinatown's oldest restaurant is also now part of The Eat Out to Help out scheme offering dim sum and other Chinese classics.
16-18 Wrottesley Street , B5 4RT Tel: 0121 622 5669
Ming Moon
Popular Chinatown buffet restaurant Ming Moon is also signed up to Eat Out to Help Out.
The eatery is offering contactless buffet - after ordering on their app, you can enjoy as much pan-Asian cuisine as you want without leaving your table. All your food choices will be delivered to your table - by their staff - and you can order more dishes as many times as you like!
Available Monday to Wednesday.
16 Hurst Street B5 4BN
Topokki
Acclaimed Korean cuisine served up in cosy and casual surroundings. Menu delights include Kimchi dumplings and the bibimbap - a speciality rice dish.
1C Hurst Street B5 4TD
Opheem
Every little helps, so it's amazing news Michelin starred restaurant Opheem is also offering the discount to diners
Helmed by the talented Aktar Islam expect a very special meal out. Dishes include Aktar's Great British Menu winning Soft shell crab, caraway seed tempura, crab shaami.
The restaurant is renowned for its great value lunch menu too. Read our review here
65 Summer Row, B3 1JJ
Pulperia
This newly opened Argentinian restaurant from Opheem chef owner Aktar Islam offers stunning steak in stunning surroundings.
According to its Instagram page, Pulperia is one of handful of restaurants in the country to offer rare breeds such as 50 day aged Galician Blonde.
Available Wednesdays.
3 Brindley Place, Birmingham B1 2JB
Adam's
Michelin starred Adam's is also signed up offering luxury dining at a discount - and on every eligible day of the week. The elegant eatery describes itself as "British dining in the heart of Birmingham". Well worth a visit.
New Oxford House, 16 Waterloo Street, B2 5UG
Flight Club Darts
Open from Saturday August 1, the popular social darts venue has also signed up to the government deal offering discounts on their sharing pizza paddles.
13 Temple Street, B2 5BN
Damascena
This Moseley Syrian cafe now has four branches in total - including the city centre. It offers up dishes including Lamb Bi Ajeen - spiced lamb flatbread and Fuul - fava bean stew with slow cooked tomatoes as well as mixed Mezze platters.
Available Monday-Wednesday.
Portman Building, 5-7 Temple Row West, B2 5NY
133 Alcester Rd, Moseley, Birmingham B13 8JP
103 High St, Harborne, Birmingham B17 9NR
Unit 1, Heritage Court, 17-21 Warstone Lane, B18 6HP
Franco Manca
Cheap and very cheerful pizza chain Franco Manca is getting even cheaper with this deal.
19 Bennetts Hill, Birmingham B2 5QJ
Rudy's Pizzeria
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Over the road from Franco Manca is Rudy's - offering buzzy fun atmosphere as well as quality budget friendly pizzas. Rudy's prides itself on floppy dough base so it's the certainly the place if you like to do the pizza fold!
Sun House, Bennetts Hill, B2 5RS
@pizza Grand Central
This must surely be the best time ever for pizza fans looking for a bargain. Eat Out to Help Out means you can enjoy some mighty cheap pizza. @pizza at Grand Central serves up speedy rectangular pizzas from £8.95 -before discount.
Unit 33 Grand Central, B2 4BF
German Doner Kebab
Popular chain GDK is offering dine-in customers the opportunity to enjoy 50 per cent off their meals, up to a value of £10 per head. It has also revealed that it will offer 50 per cent off its 'Boss Box' Monday to Wednesday during August.
84 Bull Street B4 6AB
Arch 13
Wine sourced from long established Connolly’s local wine merchants paired with delicious plates of meats and cheese. All served up in a super stylish atmosphere. Though it's worth noting the Eat Out to Help Out scheme doesn't include alcohol.
Monday to Wednesday.
220 Livery Street B3 1EU
Gaijin Sushi
This nationally acclaimed sushi spot is now open and offering the Eat Out to Help Out deal to sushi fans on Wednesdays. Read our review here
78 Bristol Street B5 7AH
Opus Restaurant
Renowned eatery Opus is offering an amazing deal to delight seafood and meat lovers.
On Fridays and Saturdays, you can get a whole grilled 1lb Native Lobster or char grilled 6oz dry aged steak, both served with hand cut chips and garlic butter at £27.50pp for two courses.
It is offering Eat Out to Help Out on Tuesday August 11th, 18th and 25th from noon to 6pm. The lunch menu will be discounted by £10 per person to £17.50pp for 2 courses. And children can eat for a fiver on the kids menu.
Every Tuesday from August 11
Zen Metro
Over the road from Opus, the much loved Zen Metro Thai restaurant is also signed up to the deal. Enjoy all the Thai classics at this award winning venue. We love the Massaman curry on our last visit.
73 Cornwall Street B3 2DF
Loki Wine
Popular wine merchants is offering half price deals on their deli boards - which means more money for delicious wine!
10 Greenfield Crescent B15 3AU
36 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU
Gustami
This authentic Italian cafe eatery always offers amazing value but now it's even cheaper. Helmed by chef owner Shawky El Sayed from Bologne expect all the Italian comfort food dishes including homemade tortellini and margherita pizza. Read our review here
4 King Edwards Road B1 2PZ
Medicine Cafe
This stylish second floor cafe on New Street offers savoury and sweet treats such as pastries, cakes and cronuts - a cross between a croissant and donut don't you know.
It is available to book - a good idea as it is a very popular place.
69a New Street B2 4DU
Digbeth
The Old Crown
Birmingham's oldest pub offers a variety of burgers, pizza and wings.
High St, Deritend, B12 0LD Tel: 021 248 1368
Baked In Brick
Housed at the Custard Factory, the newly reopened Baked in Brick has announced it will be doing 2-for-1 on pizzas and selected drinks every Thursday until the end of the year!
The offer covers house wine, Lawless beer, Birra Moretti beer and all soft drinks.
As well as pizza, the eatery helmed by European Street Food award winner Lee Desanges also offers up a lot of other tasty dishes including BBQ chicken tikka wrap and their very popular Sunday Roasts.
Custard Factory, Gibb St, B9 4AA
Jewellery Quarter
1000 Trades
This brilliant boozer offers up great food and drink in a warm and cosy atmosphere. Menu choices include crispy tofu taco, old Jamaica ginger wings, IPA battered tandoori fish and chips, as well as a selection of burgers.
16 Frederick St, Birmingham B1 3HE
Moseley
Little Blackwood
(Image: Nick Wilkinson / BirminghamLive)
This cute eatery formerly Cheval Blanc wine bar serves up "modern English dishes using only seasonal ingredients - with an Asian influence". Helmed by Brummie chef Ben Taylor, it is super popular with locals.
Deals include two baos and a noodle soup for £20.
Available Wednesdays.
45 Alcester Road B13 8JP
Edgbaston
Laghi's Deli
Family run Laghi's Deli offers a range of authentic Italian dishes such as lobster ravioli, carbonara and tagliatelle bolognese in a warm cafe atmosphere.
Owner Luca Laghi will be serving up All You Eat pizza only on Mondays and Tuesdays - with a £10 discount so diners will only pay a tenner each. On Wednesdays you can enjoy the full Laghi''s menu with the deal discount.
Luca told us: "My lobster ravioli with datterini tomatoes and saffron that would normally cost £25 that will now cost £15 on Wednesdays only. And on Monday and Tuesday I will be serving all you can eat half price stone baked pizza. I hope people will come and enjoy!"
Half price pizza Monday and Tuesday.
Full menu Wednesdays.
22-24 Islington Row Middleway, Birmingham B15 1LD
Simpsons
The daddy of Birmingham's fine dining scene is also offering Brummies the chance to eat in style at a discount.
The are lunch dinner, vegetarian and children's menus available.
20 Highfield Road, B15 3DU
Harborne
The Plough
(Image: The Plough)
This acclaimed pub renowned for its pizzas, is also offering the Chancellor approved discount on its menu throughout August.
Tuesday – Wednesday.
21 High Street, Harborne, B17 9NT
Harborne Kitchen
Serving up "playful contemporary cuisine" in the heart of Harborne. Chef owner Jamie Desogus has recently fitted partitions separating each table to maintain social distancing. Read our review here
175-179 High Street, Harborne, B17 9QE
Jewellery Quarter
Otto
This excellent pizzeria is well worth a visit any day of the week but on Wednesday you can make use of the government deal. Enjoy first class pizza at insanely good value.
Wednesdays.
14 Caroline Street B3 1TR
Selly Oak
Yakinori
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Super popular eatery is the most recent eatery to sign up to the deal. Sadly it applies to the Selly Oak branch only - and not available in Grand Central.
It posted: " Great news! We’ve joined the ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ scheme, which means you can get up to £10 off your meal when dining with us Monday-Wednesday! This starts from Monday 3rd August until 31st August and is valid per transaction. Simply head to Yakinori and indulge in your Japanese favourites
"The scheme does not apply at our Grand Central branch."
520 Bristol Road B29 6BD
Other restaurants signed up according to the Government website:
Wu Shuang
2 Bath Passage, West Midlands, B5 4SZ
Caffe Chino
B107, The Arcadian, 70 Hurst Street, West Midlands, B5 4TD
China Court Restaurant
24 Ladywell Walk, West Midlands, B5 4ST
Takumi UK LTD
UNIT 4-5 ALBANY HOUSE, 31 HURST STREET, West Midlands, B5 4BD
Maharaja Restaurant
23-25 HURST STREET, B5 4AS
Pepper chef
Unit 1A & 1B, Hurst street, B5 4TD
Hot Seven Chinese
unit2 southside, HURST STREET, WEST MIDLANDS, B5 4TD
LY 968 Limited T/A RuGa Bistro
12 Pershore Street, West Midlands, B5 4RX
Topokki
Topokki, Unit 1C, Hurst street, B5 4TE
Rodroj Fish & Chips
25 Smallbrook Queensway, West Midlands, B5 4HE
Taj Mahal
1 Theatre Approach, West Midlands, B5 4EJ
Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre
Smallbrook Queensway, West Midlands, B5 4EW
No.1 Chinese Cafe & Takeaway
22 Holloway Circus Queensway, West Midlands, B1 1EG
Otoro Sushi
Indoor market, 50 Edgbaston Street , B5 4RQ
Rodroj Coffee Lounge & Restaurant Ltd
Smallbrook Queensway, West Midlands, B5 4EN
Soho Coffee Shops Limited The Bullring
Debenhams Upper Mall West, , Bullring, West Midlands, B5 4BL
The loft kitchen
146 Bromsgrove Street, West Midlands, B5 6RG
Thai Express
Unit 36, Grand Central, Stephenson Place, West Midlands, B2 4BF
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Unit 33, Grand Central, Stephenson Place, West Midlands, B2 4BF
Wasabi Sushi & Bento
Unit 32, Birmingham New Street Station, B2 4QA
CrepeAffaire
Mk16, Grand Central, Stephenson Place, West Midlands, B2 4BQ
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Unit 29, Grand Central, Stephenson Place, West Midlands, B2 4BF
Chaophraya
St Martin's Square, 6 Spiceal Street, Bullring, B5 4BE
Cherry Reds Cafe Bar
88-92 John Bright Street, West Midlands, B1 1BN
Tiger Bites Pig
34 Stephenson Street, West Midlands, B2 4BH
Tapas Revolution
Grand Central , Stephenson Street, West Midlands, B2 4XJ
Holy Moly Macaroni
Unit 32, 68A E Mews, West Midlands, B2 4XJ
Caffe Concerto
Grand Central , Stephenson Street, West Midlands, B2 4XJ
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Unit 526 Central Street, b5 4bu
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200 Degrees
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Urban Feast
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55 Irving Street, West Midlands, B1 1DH
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111-112, Digbeth, West Midlands, B5 6DT
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Head of Steam
36 Temple Street,, B2 5DP
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Pieminister
16 Waterloo Street, West Midlands, B2 5UG
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6 Waterloo Street, West Midlands, B2 5UG
San Carlo Birmingham
4 Temple Street, West Midlands, B2 5BN
Chopstix
100 Bull Street, B4 7AA
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1 Waterloo Street, West Midlands, B2 5PG
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The Mailbox, 128 Wharfside Street, West Midlands, B1 1RQ
Purecraft Bar and Kitchen
30 Waterloo Street, West Midlands, B2 5TJ
Dirty Martini
7 Bennetts Hill, West Midlands, B2 5ST
Damascena Coffee House
Ground Floor and Part Basement, 5-7 Temple Row West, West Midlands, B2 5NY
Makan
1-3, Priory Square, West Midlands, B4 7LG
The Colmore
Part First Floor, 114-116 Colmore Row, West Midlands, B3 3BD
The Karczma
Bordesley Street, West Midlands, B5 5PH
Bardolino's Pizzeria Bellini & Espresso Bar by Marco Pierre White
The Cube, 199 Wharfside Street, West Midlands, B1 1RN
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill Birmingham
The Cube, 199 Wharfside Street, West Midlands, B1 1RN
Shogan
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German Doner Kebab
84 Bull Street, West Midlands, B4 6AB
Morridge
14 Temple Row, West Midlands, B2 5HG
Big Johns
120-122, Corporation Street, West Midlands, B4 6SX
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birminghammail--2020-07-23--West Brom open contract talks with Callum Morton - reports

West Bromwich Albion have begun contract negotiations with Callum Morton according to reports .
Website westbromnews.co.uk claim that the 20-year-old has impressed the Albion hierarchy on loan at Northampton Town sufficiently enough to warrant a new deal .
Morton spent 2019-20 with Keith Curle 's side and helped them to promotion through League Two 's play-offs , scoring in a 4-0 win over Exeter City at Wembley .
The former Braintee United forward scored eight goals in 12 appearances at Sixfields in a hugely impressive spell , joining the club in January and helping them over the line .
Sign @ @ @ @ @ @ @ email in the box at the top of the page or click here Morton is entering the last year of his deal with Albion according to reports having signed in January 2017 after scoring against his club for Yeovil Town in an FA Youth Cup tie .
The 20-year-old is yet to make a first-team appearance for Albion and with the club confirming promotion to the Premier League last night it is unlikely a breakthrough at The Hawthorns could be forthcoming .
Another loan spell could be in ther offing and it is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ The aim when you are at your parent club is always to play first-team football there but if that ’ s not possible for whatever reason , or if they don ’ t think I ’ m ready yet , then I 'll happily go on another loan to whatever level is deemed necessary for me to play , '' he said .
`` The most important thing for me next season is to be playing football and hopefully I will get 40 or more appearances in league football under my belt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my aim next season . ''
Morton has featured extensively for Albion 's Under-23s side , scoring eight goals in 43 appearances for Deon Burton 's side .

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West Bromwich Albion have begun contract negotiations with Callum Morton according to reports.
Website westbromnews.co.uk claim that the 20-year-old has impressed the Albion hierarchy on loan at Northampton Town sufficiently enough to warrant a new deal.
Morton spent 2019-20 with Keith Curle's side and helped them to promotion through League Two's play-offs, scoring in a 4-0 win over Exeter City at Wembley.
The former Braintee United forward scored eight goals in 12 appearances at Sixfields in a hugely impressive spell, joining the club in January and helping them over the line.
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Morton is entering the last year of his deal with Albion according to reports having signed in January 2017 after scoring against his club for Yeovil Town in an FA Youth Cup tie.
The 20-year-old is yet to make a first-team appearance for Albion and with the club confirming promotion to the Premier League last night it is unlikely a breakthrough at The Hawthorns could be forthcoming.
Another loan spell could be in ther offing and it is something he would be open to.
“The aim when you are at your parent club is always to play first-team football there but if that’s not possible for whatever reason, or if they don’t think I’m ready yet, then I'll happily go on another loan to whatever level is deemed necessary for me to play," he said.
"The most important thing for me next season is to be playing football and hopefully I will get 40 or more appearances in league football under my belt next season.
"Playing football is my aim next season."
Morton has featured extensively for Albion's Under-23s side, scoring eight goals in 43 appearances for Deon Burton's side.


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Lidl is selling an inflatable kayak for less than £40

Lidl has unveiled the perfect summer product for adventurous types .
The German supermarket is selling an inflatable kayak as part of its Middle of Lidl Summer Essentials range for just £40 .
It fits two adults and is ideal for outings on a pond , rivers or a seaside jaunt .
Helpfully it has a waterproof bag on the inside which will keep belongings such as a phone and keys safe while you 're in the water .
It 's made from PVC and is resistant to salt water , oil , ozone and cold weather .
It also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a plus !
It 's on sale today , Thursday , July 23 , while stocks last so be quick .
If you 're hoping for the sun to make an appearance soon then Lidl is also selling an inflatable pool for £29.99 in the Summer Essentials range .
The Playtive Junior Kids ’ Adventure Paddling Pool is suitable for children from age 2 upwards and has plenty of inflatable features including a monkey , parrot and a snake to keep even the fussiest little one entertained .
And when it 's too @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cool water sprayer .
It also comes with ring toss game with four inflatable rings .
Summer fun does n't end there though as Lidl is also selling the Playtive Junior Jungle or Ocean Water Slide for just £7.99 .
It includes two ground anchors and a repair patch and is ideal for kids from age 4 upwards .
There 's a water-padded landing cushion while water jets will add to the hours of play-time .
Click here for more details .

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Lidl has unveiled the perfect summer product for adventurous types.
The German supermarket is selling an inflatable kayak as part of its Middle of Lidl Summer Essentials range for just £40.
It fits two adults and is ideal for outings on a pond, rivers or a seaside jaunt.
Helpfully it has a waterproof bag on the inside which will keep belongings such as a phone and keys safe while you're in the water.
It's made from PVC and is resistant to salt water, oil, ozone and cold weather.
It also comes with on-board repair kit - always a plus!
It's on sale today, Thursday, July 23, while stocks last so be quick.
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If you're hoping for the sun to make an appearance soon then Lidl is also selling an inflatable pool for £29.99 in the Summer Essentials range.
The Playtive Junior Kids’ Adventure Paddling Pool is suitable for children from age 2 upwards and has plenty of inflatable features including a monkey, parrot and a snake to keep even the fussiest little one entertained.
And when it's too hot, the pool also has a cool water sprayer. It also comes with ring toss game with four inflatable rings.
Summer fun doesn't end there though as Lidl is also selling the Playtive Junior Jungle or Ocean Water Slide for just £7.99.
It includes two ground anchors and a repair patch and is ideal for kids from age 4 upwards.
There's a water-padded landing cushion while water jets will add to the hours of play-time.
Click here for more details.


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Police appeal after garden centre burgled

Police are appealing for information after a Staffordshire garden centre was burgled .
It is not known if anything was @ @ @ @ @ .
Staffordshire Police has now released several black and white CCTV images - which can @ @ @ @ @ a man officers wish to speak to in connection with the incident .
An accompanying @ @ @ @ @ Police 's social media pages , said : `` Officers would like to speak to @ @ @ @ @ a break in this morning ( 23 July ) at a garden centre in Pillaton @ @ @ @ @ who recognises him or has any information is asked to get in touch . ''
@ @ @ @ @ by calling the force on 101 .
People are asked to quote incident 133 of @ @ @

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Police are appealing for information after a Staffordshire garden centre was burgled.
A crook targeted the Pillaton business this morning (Thursday, July 23).
It is not known if anything was taken during the break in.
Staffordshire Police has now released several black and white CCTV images - which can be viewed above - of a man officers wish to speak to in connection with the incident.
An accompanying appeal, posted on Stafford Police's social media pages, said: "Officers would like to speak to this man in connection with a break in this morning (23 July) at a garden centre in Pillaton near Penkridge.
"Anyone who recognises him or has any information is asked to get in touch."
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Information can be passed on by calling the force on 101.
Alternatively, message Staffordshire Police on Facebook or Twitter .
People are asked to quote incident 133 of July 23.


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Drug dealer cleared of killing customer in hit and run

A drug dealer accused of deliberately driving at and killing a customer in Solihull has been cleared of murder .
It was alleged David Humfrey had mowed Steven Day down in Olton after another customer had stolen from him and another dealer .
But a jury at Birmingham Crown Court found him not guilty of murder following a three day trial .
Humfrey , 39 , of Lower Moor , Bournville , and Hamza Shafiq will be sentenced tomorrow after previously admitting possessing drugs with intent to supply .
Shafiq has also admitted perverting the course of justice .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in 2018 Mr Day and two others had wanted to buy drugs and that one of them had phoned a hotline run by Humfrey and Shafiq .
They had gone to the Old Clock Tower , Warwick Road , Olton , where they met the defendants who were driving around in VW Golf selling crack cocaine and heroin .
One of the group had then grabbed a bag from the vehicle causing drugs to spill on to the road .
The defendants drove off , did a U turn and the vehicle was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Day , who was catapulted into some railings and bushes that lined the road .
The prosecution said that Humfrey had been driving the Golf during the course of the day .
But Lee Karu QC , for the defendant , said that if the jury thought that at the time of the collision the other man might have been at the wheel , the prosecution had not proved their case .
Humfrey did not give evidence during the trial .

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A drug dealer accused of deliberately driving at and killing a customer in Solihull has been cleared of murder.
It was alleged David Humfrey had mowed Steven Day down in Olton after another customer had stolen from him and another dealer.
But a jury at Birmingham Crown Court found him not guilty of murder following a three day trial.
Humfrey, 39, of Lower Moor, Bournville, and Hamza Shafiq will be sentenced tomorrow after previously admitting possessing drugs with intent to supply.
Shafiq has also admitted perverting the course of justice.
The court was told that on July 16 in 2018 Mr Day and two others had wanted to buy drugs and that one of them had phoned a hotline run by Humfrey and Shafiq.
They had gone to the Old Clock Tower, Warwick Road, Olton, where they met the defendants who were driving around in VW Golf selling crack cocaine and heroin.
One of the group had then grabbed a bag from the vehicle causing drugs to spill on to the road.
The defendants drove off, did a U turn and the vehicle was then driven at the group, hitting Mr Day, who was catapulted into some railings and bushes that lined the road.
He died almost immediately.
The prosecution said that Humfrey had been driving the Golf during the course of the day.
But Lee Karu QC, for the defendant, said that if the jury thought that at the time of the collision the other man might have been at the wheel, the prosecution had not proved their case.
Humfrey did not give evidence during the trial.


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Birmingham City fans go mad as Jude Bellingham news goes viral

Birmingham City fans have been reacting to their team , once again , being in the news for matters off the field .
However , rather than points deductions and manager departures , it 's the decision to retire Jude Bellingham 's number 22 shirt that has gone up and down the country .
The 17-year-old played his final game for Blues on Wednesday night , with his move to Borussia Dortmund completed earlier this week .
Bellingham will join the German giants on a long-term deal , with Blues receiving around £26m up-front for their youngest player and goalscorer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the boyhood Bluenose was seen sitting on the St Andrew 's turf , well after the final whistle as his big move appeared to hit him .
And now , just hours after his final appearance , Blues have made the surprise decision to retire his jersey number - despite only wearing it 41 times .
In a statement released by the club , they confirmed they had made the gesture `` to remember one of our own and to inspire others '' .
Since the confirmation , it has gone viral across @ @ @ @ @ @ @ having their say .
But for now , here 's how the Blues fans reacted to the news that Bellingham will be the last player to wear the number 22 at St Andrew 's .
@ EverythingBCFC : Retiring the shirt number after one season in which we nearly got relegated ?
Have the utmost respect for Jude but this has Dong all over it and is seriously milking it now .
Clown .
@ JackBrunt97 : Don ’ t get me wrong , Judes gone down in the books for youngest player @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
22 would of had big boots to fill but retiring a number ... .. but then again this is Birmingham we are taking abou @ MrBrightside32 : Yea it ’ s a bit cringy but I get the sentiment & idea ... plus let ’ s be fair it ’ s 1 number !
It ’ s not your 1-11 it ’ s 22 !
If only there were 98 other numbers to choose from @ CallumHill16 : We should retire the number 1 shirt when Lee Camp leaves while we ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we were n't after yesterday we are now the laughing stock of the football league well done blues well done @ JamesCWestwood : Blues , can we just have a couple days without you embarassing us maaan .
Announce a manager already aswell before you let our whole squad go on loan @ ToweringZigic : All week , I ’ ve been imagining a Karanka announcement today .
Instead , this @ NoveltyBobbie12 : To everyone laughing at Blues right now ... We are laughing too .
We have had years of this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stupidest thing to happen this week .

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Birmingham City fans have been reacting to their team, once again, being in the news for matters off the field.
However, rather than points deductions and manager departures, it's the decision to retire Jude Bellingham's number 22 shirt that has gone up and down the country.
The 17-year-old played his final game for Blues on Wednesday night, with his move to Borussia Dortmund completed earlier this week.
Bellingham will join the German giants on a long-term deal, with Blues receiving around £26m up-front for their youngest player and goalscorer.
Following the defeat to Derby, the boyhood Bluenose was seen sitting on the St Andrew's turf, well after the final whistle as his big move appeared to hit him.
And now, just hours after his final appearance, Blues have made the surprise decision to retire his jersey number - despite only wearing it 41 times.
In a statement released by the club, they confirmed they had made the gesture "to remember one of our own and to inspire others".
Since the confirmation, it has gone viral across social media, with the entire Twittersphere having their say.
But for now, here's how the Blues fans reacted to the news that Bellingham will be the last player to wear the number 22 at St Andrew's.
@EverythingBCFC: Retiring the shirt number after one season in which we nearly got relegated? Have the utmost respect for Jude but this has Dong all over it and is seriously milking it now. Clown.
@JackBrunt97: Don’t get me wrong, Judes gone down in the books for youngest player and goal scorer and the next No. 22 would of had big boots to fill but retiring a number..... but then again this is Birmingham we are taking abou
@MrBrightside32: Yea it’s a bit cringy but I get the sentiment & idea...plus let’s be fair it’s 1 number! It’s not your 1-11 it’s 22! If only there were 98 other numbers to choose from
@CallumHill16: We should retire the number 1 shirt when Lee Camp leaves while we’re at it
Lutty91: Well if we weren't after yesterday we are now the laughing stock of the football league well done blues well done
@JamesCWestwood: Blues, can we just have a couple days without you embarassing us maaan. Announce a manager already aswell before you let our whole squad go on loan
@ToweringZigic: All week, I’ve been imagining a Karanka announcement today. Instead, this
@NoveltyBobbie12: To everyone laughing at Blues right now... We are laughing too. We have had years of this. This isn’t even the stupidest thing to happen this week.


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Cops warn drivers who brought M60 standstill they have people's plates

Cops probing a car meet which saw a busy stretch of motorway grind to a halt and traffic brought to a standstill have spoken out as they investigate the incident .
The car meet saw hundreds of drivers shut down a busy stretch of the M60 , with a 50-strong convoy converging on the motorway in the North West of England .
The cars cars blocked all three lanes of the motorway as they travelled to the illegal event on Sunday ( 19 July ) , following organiser and Birmingham-based DJ 'DMO Deejay' Superintendent Jane Higham , of GMP 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have clear footage of the drivers involved in the blockade , as she vowed to identify those responsible .
In response to damning comments made by Denton MP Andrew Gwynne , Supt Higham pledged to take 'swift ' and 'robust ' action against those involved .
`` There are an abundance of motoring offences that are evident from video footage from the scene , including the motorway blockade , '' she told the M.E.N .
`` The footage is clear and registration numbers are clearly made out .
`` As part of our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the public to share information and any footage that they might have gathered from the event .
`` Warning letters will also be sent to registered keepers of the vehicles we identify . ''
Supt Higham said the investigation is currently being handled by a senior local officer , with the help of the neighbourhood team .
`` Rest assured that swift and robust action will be taken with respect of people involved , '' she added .
`` In addition to the criminal and road traffic offences , we are working alongside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2020 , amongst other legislation as part of our response . ''
Thousands of people attended the event , dubbed 'DMO shutdown , ' at JDK Autoworx garage , on Tameside Business Park .
Local residents reported drivers performing dangerous stunts , and driving at speeds of up to 130mph in residential areas .
Posting on his Instagram story , the Birmingham based club DJ later defended his decision to stop motorway traffic , claiming his car overheated .
`` Unfortunately my car overheated so I pulled over , but do you know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , I 've got a lot of supporters , they all stopped and yeah it was a bit of a madness , '' he said .
Yeah thinking about it , they should n't have stopped on the motorway .
I wish my car did n't overheat so I had to pull over on the motorway .
`` But it did .
And yeah I know everybody stopped as well .
We should n't have done that . ''
He added : `` I actually did break down on the motorway .
If @ @ @ @ @ @ @ live you would have seen .
My car was overheating the whole way .
`` I 've got a radiator on there which I had planned to get changed at JDK Autoworx , that 's why I went up there in the first place .
`` Say what you wan na [ sic ] say about it .
It 's not that deep , it 's really not that deep . ''
He later said in a video posted to Facebook , that he had planned for the event to be a 'shutdown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' No arrests have been made , but GMP say their enquiries are ongoing .

newsdesk@birminghamlive.co.uk (Sophie Halle-Richards, James Rodger)

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Cops probing a car meet which saw a busy stretch of motorway grind to a halt and traffic brought to a standstill have spoken out as they investigate the incident.
The car meet saw hundreds of drivers shut down a busy stretch of the M60, with a 50-strong convoy converging on the motorway in the North West of England.
The cars cars blocked all three lanes of the motorway as they travelled to the illegal event on Sunday (19 July), following organiser and Birmingham-based DJ 'DMO Deejay'
Superintendent Jane Higham, of GMP's Tameside district, said the force now have clear footage of the drivers involved in the blockade, as she vowed to identify those responsible.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
In response to damning comments made by Denton MP Andrew Gwynne, Supt Higham pledged to take 'swift' and 'robust' action against those involved.
"There are an abundance of motoring offences that are evident from video footage from the scene, including the motorway blockade," she told the M.E.N.
"The footage is clear and registration numbers are clearly made out.
"As part of our communication it is my intention to encourage the public to share information and any footage that they might have gathered from the event.
"Warning letters will also be sent to registered keepers of the vehicles we identify."
(Image: SnapMap)
Supt Higham said the investigation is currently being handled by a senior local officer, with the help of the neighbourhood team.
"Rest assured that swift and robust action will be taken with respect of people involved," she added.
"In addition to the criminal and road traffic offences, we are working alongside the council and the new Coronavirus Act 2020, amongst other legislation as part of our response."
Thousands of people attended the event, dubbed 'DMO shutdown,' at JDK Autoworx garage, on Tameside Business Park.
Local residents reported drivers performing dangerous stunts, and driving at speeds of up to 130mph in residential areas.
Posting on his Instagram story, the Birmingham based club DJ later defended his decision to stop motorway traffic, claiming his car overheated.
"Unfortunately my car overheated so I pulled over, but do you know what, we were in a convoy, I've got a lot of supporters, they all stopped and yeah it was a bit of a madness," he said.
Yeah thinking about it, they shouldn't have stopped on the motorway. I wish my car didn't overheat so I had to pull over on the motorway.
"But it did. And yeah I know everybody stopped as well. We shouldn't have done that."
He added: "I actually did break down on the motorway. If you was [sic] watching my live you would have seen. My car was overheating the whole way.
"I've got a radiator on there which I had planned to get changed at JDK Autoworx, that's why I went up there in the first place.
"Say what you wanna [sic] say about it. It's not that deep, it's really not that deep."
He later said in a video posted to Facebook, that he had planned for the event to be a 'shutdown' but on a 'small scale.'
No arrests have been made, but GMP say their enquiries are ongoing.


birminghammail--2020-07-23--Lee Bowyer set for showdown talks amid links to Blues job

Birmingham City managerial contender Lee Bowyer will have showdown talks with Charlton Athletic after their relegation to League One was confirmed .
The Addicks were defeated 4-0 by champions Leeds United yesterday to condemn them to an immediate return to the third tier .
Bowyer only signed a new long-term contract in January but relegation , coupled with reported interest from his former club Blues , has put his future at Charlton in doubt .
And Bowyer is now set for talks with Charlton bosses after a crazy campaign which saw three different ownership groups at The Valley .
Speaking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ I ’ ve never felt so low in my life .
I ’ m not in a good place today .
“ We have had to juggle a lot .
There is so much that has gone on that no one even knows about .
It has been frightening really , it is scary to see that things like this happen behind the scenes at a football club .
“ I feel for everyone behind the scenes .
We have a group of players and fans that care so much .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a fair chance but it felt like backs against walls all the time and the rug getting pulled from beneath us .
“ I said to [ assistant ] Johnnie Jackson last night , ‘ could we have done more ?
’ And Johnnie said we are getting blood out of a stone with this group of players .
“ We were pushing and pushing them and couldn ’ t get any more out of the them .
We just needed help .
“ We couldn ’ t bring players in this January @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had no help .
If you keep cutting corners , this is what happens .
”

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Birmingham City managerial contender Lee Bowyer will have showdown talks with Charlton Athletic after their relegation to League One was confirmed.
The Addicks were defeated 4-0 by champions Leeds United yesterday to condemn them to an immediate return to the third tier.
Bowyer only signed a new long-term contract in January but relegation, coupled with reported interest from his former club Blues, has put his future at Charlton in doubt.
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And Bowyer is now set for talks with Charlton bosses after a crazy campaign which saw three different ownership groups at The Valley.
Speaking to talkSPORT, the Charlton boss admitted: “I’ve never felt so low in my life. I’m not in a good place today.
“We have had to juggle a lot. There is so much that has gone on that no one even knows about. It has been frightening really, it is scary to see that things like this happen behind the scenes at a football club.
“I feel for everyone behind the scenes. We have a group of players and fans that care so much. All we wanted was to be given a fair chance but it felt like backs against walls all the time and the rug getting pulled from beneath us.
“I said to [assistant] Johnnie Jackson last night, ‘could we have done more?’ And Johnnie said we are getting blood out of a stone with this group of players.
“We were pushing and pushing them and couldn’t get any more out of the them. We just needed help.
“We couldn’t bring players in this January when we desperately needed help. We had no help. If you keep cutting corners, this is what happens.”