birminghammail--2020-06-10--Tears and support for Birmingham Hippodrome staff facing jobs axe

It 's the news nobody in theatreland wanted to hear - that 62 members of staff at Birmingham Hippodrome have been given a risk of redundancy notice Following our exclusive report on Monday , June 8 , the theatre has issued an official statement online .
Confirming the redundancy negotiations , CEO Fiona Allan wrote on the Birmingham Hippodrome website : `` The impact of the crisis has been devastating .
`` We have had to accept that our immediate future has changed , and our financial situation will be in jeopardy for some time to come . ''
Fiona @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time to reopen Birmingham Hippodrome , it will need to be a different organisation than when we closed . ''
Legendary choreographer and artistic director Sir Matthew Bourne responded : `` Tragic news for one of my favourite venues .
Sending love and strength to my friends . ''
Sir Matthew , who has put on 23 productions at the Hippodrome in 24 years , was at the theatre in February this year .
The theatre 's CEO Fiona Allan presented Sir Matthew with a seat plaque to commemorate his shows playing to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first visited the theatre in 1996 .
The seat plaque , situated in G26 of the Circle , reads : “ Sir Matthew Bourne ; pure dance magic for 200,000 Hippodrome audiences and counting !
” It was installed during his run of The Red Shoes at the theatre which had celebrated its 120th anniversary just last year .
BirminghamLive today also revealed the theatre has just six weeks to save its Christmas panto spectacular Goldilocks and The Three Bears which is due to star Jason Donovan and annual favourite Matt Slack - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the theatre today .
Former Z Cars , Crossroads , Coronation Street , Emmerdale , Benidorm and Loose Women star Sherrie Hewson has starred in many pantos , including Nottingham and Wolverhampton .
She posted on Twitter : `` This is terrible I can ’ t believe it !
Xx '' Writing on our BirminghamLive Facebook page , Judith Carwright said : `` Brings tears to my eyes but also a resolve that there has to be a future for the Old Lady of Hurst St. '' Sarah Jefferies said : `` This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sad for all the staff who may be losing their jobs .
But I suppose it may not be the high earners who will not be going .
It will be hands on people facilities , maintenance , front of house , catering etc . ''
Nicola Graham said : `` So sad , thinking of all the Hippodrome family .
Such a lovely bunch of people to work with .
I really hope this is n't true . ''
Cecilia Smith said : `` Well done government for shutting everything down , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this country needs to get up and running again , anybody not wanting to go places or send kids school don ’ t , but there are a lot of people that do , be safe use your common sense . ''
Joan Fellows added : `` In my young days my friend and I used to go and see all the big pop stars of the time 1950s also been to some good musicals this is sad news . ''
Kay Gleenson wrote : `` Let us hope they can all be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Reaction on Twitter was one of overwhelming sadness .
Helen Greaves tweeted : `` Really really sad , so sorry for all staff involved .
Some of my earliest childhood memories involve the Hippodrome & I ’ ve loved taking my children to watch shows with you .
`` You will return stronger than ever . ''
Cath James wrote : `` That 's such sad news .
Let ’ s hope that something great will emerge from all of this .
Such an awesome team of people too .
I am @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` I 'm devasted to hear this .
Thinking of your staff at this awful time . ''
Becky Sargeant : `` So sad to read this !
One of my favourite theatres !
So sorry this is happening to you . ''
Liz Hannam said : `` So sad to hear this .
Your shows are fantastic- and always wonderfully supported by your brilliant staff .
I hope you can find a way back with as many of them as possible soon .
Thank you for the memories . ''
David C @ @ @ @ @ @ @ awful .
My thoughts are with everyone . ''
Deborah Bennett added : `` So , sorry to hear this and sadly I have a feeling there will be other theatres too .
`` Take care good luck for the future and please believe that once it 's safe to do so the concert and show audiences will return . ''
Danny Clives @ dannyclives asked : `` Is there anyway we can donate money to help you guys ? ''
Nick Thomas MBE posted : `` This is such sad news .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a vacuum of uncertainty . ''
And Mary McHenry said : `` Very sad news .
Best wishes to everyone involved and really hope you can reopen one day soon .
Well all be here waiting when you do . ''
`` Thank you all for your messages of support and concern .
It is with great sadness to confirm that Birmingham Hippodrome has entered a period of redundancy consultations as a direct result of prolonged business closure due to the COVID-19 Global Crisis .
`` The impact of the crisis has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reality that we are unable to reopen until social distancing measures are relaxed .
Almost all our income is received from ticket sales , without that revenue stream the future of the theatre is in jeopardy .
`` Our Birmingham Hippodrome team are loyal , talented and dedicated and we want to thank them for their support and resilience at this time of crisis .
This is not an outcome any of us wanted . ''
Birmingham Hippodrome Artistic Director and CEO Fiona Allan posted this notice on the theatre 's website following @ @ @ @ @ @ @ impact of the crisis has been devastating , and it has become a reality that Birmingham Hippodrome will be unable to reopen until social distancing measures are relaxed .
Almost all our income is received from ticket sales , and without that revenue stream the future of the theatre is in jeopardy .
`` We have had to accept that our immediate future has changed , and our financial situation will be in jeopardy for some time to come .
`` When it comes time to reopen Birmingham Hippodrome , it will need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we closed .
`` This has led to the very difficult and heart-breaking conclusion that we need to scale back areas of the business and significantly reduce our team size .
`` It is with great sadness to confirm that Birmingham Hippodrome has entered a period of redundancy consultations as a direct result of prolonged business closure due to the COVID-19 Global Crisis .
`` The changes to the Furlough Scheme announced by The Chancellor last week , whilst fair for the broader economy , are not fit for purpose for the theatre @ @ @ @ @ @ @ job retention scheme on October 31 and no current guidance of when we will we be able to reopen ; we do not have the reserves to sustain prolonged closure .
`` Our Birmingham Hippodrome team are loyal , talented and dedicated and I want to thank them for their support and resilience at this time of crisis .
I have personally been overwhelmed by the graciousness and kindness they have shown each other and the Hippodrome .
`` Those affected have been contacted and no final decision for redundancies we will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ completed . ''
What is the Birmingham Hippodrome ?
Birmingham Hippodrome 's website says it is `` one of the UK ’ s busiest multistage theatres , welcoming on average more than 500,000 visitors every year .
`` From our amazing shows to our delicious catering , or our impactful conferences and incredible events , every experience at Birmingham Hippodrome is filled with flair , and we always provide unforgettable experiences that entertain , enrich and engage .
`` We offer a mixed programme of nearly 400 performances , featuring touring musicals , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comedy , international dance and the world ’ s biggest Pantomime .
Our space also houses the 200-seat Patrick studio , extensive events facilities and a restaurant .
`` Our resident partners are Birmingham Royal Ballet and DanceXchange , we present all of Welsh National Opera ’ s repertoire and were founding co-producers of the award-winning International Dance Festival .
Alongside The Lowry and Sadler ’ s Wells we are also proud to be part of The Movement , a dance producing partnership . ''

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It's the news nobody in theatreland wanted to hear - that 62 members of staff at Birmingham Hippodrome have been given a risk of redundancy notice
Following our exclusive report on Monday, June 8, the theatre has issued an official statement online.
Confirming the redundancy negotiations, CEO Fiona Allan wrote on the Birmingham Hippodrome website: "The impact of the crisis has been devastating.
"We have had to accept that our immediate future has changed, and our financial situation will be in jeopardy for some time to come."
Fiona also warned: "When it comes time to reopen Birmingham Hippodrome, it will need to be a different organisation than when we closed."
(Image: Birmingham Mail)
Legendary choreographer and artistic director Sir Matthew Bourne responded: "Tragic news for one of my favourite venues. Sending love and strength to my friends."
Sir Matthew, who has put on 23 productions at the Hippodrome in 24 years, was at the theatre in February this year.
The theatre's CEO Fiona Allan presented Sir Matthew with a seat plaque to commemorate his shows playing to more than 200,000 people since Swan Lane first visited the theatre in 1996.
The seat plaque, situated in G26 of the Circle, reads: “Sir Matthew Bourne; pure dance magic for 200,000 Hippodrome audiences and counting!”
It was installed during his run of The Red Shoes at the theatre which had celebrated its 120th anniversary just last year.
BirminghamLive today also revealed the theatre has just six weeks to save its Christmas panto spectacular Goldilocks and The Three Bears which is due to star Jason Donovan and annual favourite Matt Slack - who posted his own love tweet to the theatre today.
Former Z Cars, Crossroads, Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Benidorm and Loose Women star Sherrie Hewson has starred in many pantos, including Nottingham and Wolverhampton.
She posted on Twitter: "This is terrible I can’t believe it ! Xx"
Sadness on Facebook
Writing on our BirminghamLive Facebook page, Judith Carwright said: "Brings tears to my eyes but also a resolve that there has to be a future for the Old Lady of Hurst St."
(Image: Graham Young / BirminghamLive)
Sarah Jefferies said: "This is affecting me personally it's so sad for all the staff who may be losing their jobs. But I suppose it may not be the high earners who will not be going. It will be hands on people facilities, maintenance, front of house, catering etc."
Nicola Graham said: "So sad, thinking of all the Hippodrome family. Such a lovely bunch of people to work with. I really hope this isn't true."
Cecilia Smith said: "Well done government for shutting everything down, more people’s lives ruined, this country needs to get up and running again, anybody not wanting to go places or send kids school don’t, but there are a lot of people that do, be safe use your common sense."
Joan Fellows added: "In my young days my friend and I used to go and see all the big pop stars of the time 1950s also been to some good musicals this is sad news."
Kay Gleenson wrote: "Let us hope they can all be re-hired when this pandemic is over."
Reaction on Twitter was one of overwhelming sadness.
Helen Greaves tweeted: "Really really sad, so sorry for all staff involved. Some of my earliest childhood memories involve the Hippodrome & I’ve loved taking my children to watch shows with you.
"You will return stronger than ever."
Cath James wrote: "That's such sad news. Let’s hope that something great will emerge from all of this. Such an awesome team of people too. I am so sad."
Mel Osborne: "I'm devasted to hear this. Thinking of your staff at this awful time."
Becky Sargeant: "So sad to read this! One of my favourite theatres! So sorry this is happening to you."
Liz Hannam said: "So sad to hear this. Your shows are fantastic- and always wonderfully supported by your brilliant staff. I hope you can find a way back with as many of them as possible soon. Thank you for the memories."
(Image: Birmingham Mail / Darren Quinton)
David C Fitzsimons said: "This is just awful. My thoughts are with everyone."
Deborah Bennett added: "So, sorry to hear this and sadly I have a feeling there will be other theatres too.
"Take care good luck for the future and please believe that once it's safe to do so the concert and show audiences will return."
Danny Clives @dannyclives asked: "Is there anyway we can donate money to help you guys?"
Nick Thomas MBE posted: "This is such sad news. The UK Theatre industry is locked in a vacuum of uncertainty."
And Mary McHenry said: "Very sad news. Best wishes to everyone involved and really hope you can reopen one day soon. Well all be here waiting when you do."
Birmingham Hippodrome statement on Twitter
"Thank you all for your messages of support and concern. It is with great sadness to confirm that Birmingham Hippodrome has entered a period of redundancy consultations as a direct result of prolonged business closure due to the COVID-19 Global Crisis.
"The impact of the crisis has been devastating, and it has become a reality that we are unable to reopen until social distancing measures are relaxed. Almost all our income is received from ticket sales, without that revenue stream the future of the theatre is in jeopardy.
"Our Birmingham Hippodrome team are loyal, talented and dedicated and we want to thank them for their support and resilience at this time of crisis. This is not an outcome any of us wanted."
Website statement from CEO
Birmingham Hippodrome Artistic Director and CEO Fiona Allan posted this notice on the theatre's website following BirminghamLive's exclusive report.
"The impact of the crisis has been devastating, and it has become a reality that Birmingham Hippodrome will be unable to reopen until social distancing measures are relaxed. Almost all our income is received from ticket sales, and without that revenue stream the future of the theatre is in jeopardy.
"We have had to accept that our immediate future has changed, and our financial situation will be in jeopardy for some time to come.
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"When it comes time to reopen Birmingham Hippodrome, it will need to be a different organisation than when we closed.
"This has led to the very difficult and heart-breaking conclusion that we need to scale back areas of the business and significantly reduce our team size.
"It is with great sadness to confirm that Birmingham Hippodrome has entered a period of redundancy consultations as a direct result of prolonged business closure due to the COVID-19 Global Crisis.
"The changes to the Furlough Scheme announced by The Chancellor last week, whilst fair for the broader economy, are not fit for purpose for the theatre industry. With the closure of the job retention scheme on October 31 and no current guidance of when we will we be able to reopen; we do not have the reserves to sustain prolonged closure.
"Our Birmingham Hippodrome team are loyal, talented and dedicated and I want to thank them for their support and resilience at this time of crisis. I have personally been overwhelmed by the graciousness and kindness they have shown each other and the Hippodrome.
"Those affected have been contacted and no final decision for redundancies we will be made until the consultation process has been completed."
(Image: Birmingham Hippodrome)
What is the Birmingham Hippodrome?
Birmingham Hippodrome's website says it is "one of the UK’s busiest multistage theatres, welcoming on average more than 500,000 visitors every year.
"From our amazing shows to our delicious catering, or our impactful conferences and incredible events, every experience at Birmingham Hippodrome is filled with flair, and we always provide unforgettable experiences that entertain, enrich and engage.
"We offer a mixed programme of nearly 400 performances, featuring touring musicals, world-class ballet and opera, drama and comedy, international dance and the world’s biggest Pantomime. Our space also houses the 200-seat Patrick studio, extensive events facilities and a restaurant.
"Our resident partners are Birmingham Royal Ballet and DanceXchange, we present all of Welsh National Opera’s repertoire and were founding co-producers of the award-winning International Dance Festival. Alongside The Lowry and Sadler’s Wells we are also proud to be part of The Movement, a dance producing partnership."


birminghammail--2020-06-10--One Covid case in PL testing as Villa intensify restart plans

The Premier League have confirmed that there has been one new positive coronavirus case in the latest round of testing .
Players and staff at top-flight clubs , including at Aston Villa , received their results on Wednesday after tests were carried out at training grounds up and down the country on Monday and Tuesday .
The individual who tested positive is currently self-isolating for seven days and can not attend their club ’ s training ground as a result .
In total , 1,213 players and club staff were tested in the latest round and there have now been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the beginning in May .
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“ The Premier League can today confirm that on Monday 8 June and Tuesday 9 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were tested for COVID-19 .
Of these , one has tested positive , ” a statement from the governing body rea .
“ The Premier League is providing this aggregated information for the purposes of competition integrity and transparency .
“ No specific details as to clubs or individuals will be provided by the League and results will be made public after each round of testing.
” The Premier League is set to return on June 17 after a three-month break due to the coronavirus pandemic .
All 92 remaining fixtures have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ broadcast partners : Sky Sports , BT Sport , Amazon Prime Video and the BBC .
Villa vs Sheffield United will be the first game back before Man City welcome Arsenal to the Etihad just hours later .

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The Premier League have confirmed that there has been one new positive coronavirus case in the latest round of testing.
Players and staff at top-flight clubs, including at Aston Villa, received their results on Wednesday after tests were carried out at training grounds up and down the country on Monday and Tuesday.
The individual who tested positive is currently self-isolating for seven days and cannot attend their club’s training ground as a result.
In total, 1,213 players and club staff were tested in the latest round and there have now been 13 positive cases since testing began at the beginning in May.
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The latest round of testing comes as the return of the campaign draws ever closer - Villa have ten matches left to play, a game in hand on their survival rivals as they seek to remain in the top flight upon their return.
“The Premier League can today confirm that on Monday 8 June and Tuesday 9 June, 1,213 players and club staff were tested for COVID-19. Of these, one has tested positive,” a statement from the governing body rea.
“The Premier League is providing this aggregated information for the purposes of competition integrity and transparency.
“No specific details as to clubs or individuals will be provided by the League and results will be made public after each round of testing.”
The Premier League is set to return on June 17 after a three-month break due to the coronavirus pandemic.
All 92 remaining fixtures have been shared across the top-flight’s main broadcast partners: Sky Sports, BT Sport, Amazon Prime Video and the BBC.
Villa vs Sheffield United will be the first game back before Man City welcome Arsenal to the Etihad just hours later.


birminghammail--2020-06-10--Shots fired after trouble breaks out on city street

A man was arrested after shots were fired during trouble in Billesley .
Armed police were among officers called to Yardley Wood Road , at 12.10pm on Wednesday , June 10 .
No one was hurt but a 20-year-old man was arrested on possession of a firearm with intent to cause violence .
The scene , which was said to be close to the junction of Prince Of Wales Lane , was sealed off as officers conducted their investigations .
It was fully reopened just before 5pm .
A West Midlands Police force spokeswoman said : “ We have arrested @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of shots fired in Yardley Wood Road in Billesley , at about 12.10pm today ( Wednesday ) .
“ There were reports of a disorder during which shots were fired .
It is understood that no one was injured .
“ The road was blocked off as investigations got underway and reopened just before 5pm .
“ A 20-year-old man was later arrested on possession of a firearm with intent to cause violence .
“ He remains in police custody this evening for questioning.
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A man was arrested after shots were fired during trouble in Billesley.
Armed police were among officers called to Yardley Wood Road, at 12.10pm on Wednesday, June 10.
No one was hurt but a 20-year-old man was arrested on possession of a firearm with intent to cause violence.
The scene, which was said to be close to the junction of Prince Of Wales Lane, was sealed off as officers conducted their investigations.
It was fully reopened just before 5pm.
A West Midlands Police force spokeswoman said: “We have arrested a man after being called to reports of shots fired in Yardley Wood Road in Billesley, at about 12.10pm today (Wednesday).
“There were reports of a disorder during which shots were fired. It is understood that no one was injured.
“The road was blocked off as investigations got underway and reopened just before 5pm.
“A 20-year-old man was later arrested on possession of a firearm with intent to cause violence.
“He remains in police custody this evening for questioning.”
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Images and video taken from the scene show a cordon across the street, blocking off traffic and teams of officers.
Enquiries continue and anyone with information should contact police, quoting log 1833 of 10 June, via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk or call 101.
Alternatively to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


birminghammail--2020-06-11--Matt Murray backs Wolves to keep hold of star players this summer

Wolves should be able to hold onto Adama Traore this summer - but will need to secure Champions League football if they are to keep their squad together long-term .
That 's the view of former Wolves keeper Matt Murray , who thinks the club must match the ambitions of their star-studded squad .
Nuno Espirito Santo 's side are on the verge of a top-six finish with the Premier League set to return next week , with an outside chance of finishing in the top-four .
Very few footballers are being talked about as much as Adama Traore right @ @ @ @ @ @ @ settle at Wolves and spent the vast majority of his first season on Nuno Espirito Santo 's bench , but he 's been a revelation in his second .
Traore 's form in 2019/20 makes the £18million fee Wolves paid Middlesbrough look like a snip and the club are guaranteed to make a profit should any of the reported interest amount to more .
Nuno bluntly told reporters that Traore would n't leave in January and he was as good as his word .
Wolves are in a very strong position financially under @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to hang onto Traore again in the summer window .
As always though , there are no guarantees in football - but if Traore is to leave Wolves , it will be on the club 's terms .
What we know so far about his future - READ Why Traore should stay at Wolves - READ Since promotion back to the top-flight in 2018 , a number of Wolves ' key players have been extensively linked with moves away , with rumours already emerging ahead of the window opening in the summer .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ that Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp have made an enquiry to sign Traore , with claims in the Spanish press that he personally called the winger .
Along with Traore ; Raul Jimenez is a reported target for teams like Manchester United , Spurs and Arsenal , while Diogo Jota has also been linked with the Gunners .
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Google Play Store and App Store But Murray , speaking to Sky Sports has said the affects @ @ @ @ @ @ @ any suitors will be unable to afford Wolves ' stars , but a place in Europe 's top competition will be needed down the line .
“ I think Nuno only has a year left on his contract , ” Murray said .
“ I think if Wolves can get into the Champions League , I would be that much more confident .
Especially with ( Raul ) Jimenez , he is that bit older and everyone wants to play at the highest level .
“ Everyone feels at home , the Wolves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my concern with Nuno .
“ If they do get into the Champions League , they should tie Nuno down to a long-term deal .
On interest in Nuno ’ s squad , he added : “ I believe these players are good enough for the Champions League , so if they don ’ t get there , that would be a concern .
“ But also with the coronavirus , I think Wolves can keep them for another year because clubs won ’ t be able to pay those fees .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have to get into the Champions League to match those players ’ ambitions .
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Wolves should be able to hold onto Adama Traore this summer - but will need to secure Champions League football if they are to keep their squad together long-term.
That's the view of former Wolves keeper Matt Murray, who thinks the club must match the ambitions of their star-studded squad.
Nuno Espirito Santo's side are on the verge of a top-six finish with the Premier League set to return next week, with an outside chance of finishing in the top-four.
Adama Traore transfer latest Very few footballers are being talked about as much as Adama Traore right now. Traore initially took time to settle at Wolves and spent the vast majority of his first season on Nuno Espirito Santo's bench, but he's been a revelation in his second. Traore's form in 2019/20 makes the £18million fee Wolves paid Middlesbrough look like a snip and the club are guaranteed to make a profit should any of the reported interest amount to more. Nuno bluntly told reporters that Traore wouldn't leave in January and he was as good as his word. Wolves are in a very strong position financially under Chinese owners Fosun and have the resources to hang onto Traore again in the summer window. As always though, there are no guarantees in football - but if Traore is to leave Wolves, it will be on the club's terms. What we know so far about his future - READ Why Traore should stay at Wolves - READ
Since promotion back to the top-flight in 2018, a number of Wolves' key players have been extensively linked with moves away, with rumours already emerging ahead of the window opening in the summer.
In recent days, reports have suggested that Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp have made an enquiry to sign Traore, with claims in the Spanish press that he personally called the winger.
Along with Traore; Raul Jimenez is a reported target for teams like Manchester United, Spurs and Arsenal, while Diogo Jota has also been linked with the Gunners.
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But Murray, speaking to Sky Sports has said the affects of the coronavirus pandemic should mean that any suitors will be unable to afford Wolves' stars, but a place in Europe's top competition will be needed down the line.
“I think Nuno only has a year left on his contract,” Murray said.
“I think if Wolves can get into the Champions League, I would be that much more confident. Especially with (Raul) Jimenez, he is that bit older and everyone wants to play at the highest level.
“Everyone feels at home, the Wolves fans love them but that would be my concern with Nuno.
“If they do get into the Champions League, they should tie Nuno down to a long-term deal.
On interest in Nuno’s squad, he added: “I believe these players are good enough for the Champions League, so if they don’t get there, that would be a concern.
“But also with the coronavirus, I think Wolves can keep them for another year because clubs won’t be able to pay those fees.
“But sooner or later, Wolves will have to get into the Champions League to match those players’ ambitions.”


birminghammail--2020-06-11--YouTube speaks out over The Inbetweeners channel being removed

YouTube has addressed today 's big talking point : The Inbetweeners channel being taken off the streaming platform .
This morning , The Inbetweeners trended on Twitter after people posted screenshots of its empty YouTube channel .
The content , which mysteriously disappeared , had fans of the Channel 4 show , which spawned two hit films , utterly raging .
Some suggested it could have been taken down for reasons relating to offensiveness and complaints - but YouTube assures us this is n't the case .
Speaking to BirminghamLive today , YouTube confirmed no action has been taken by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ channel .
That tallies with reports on social media the channel was taken down amid copyright reasons , with the show now streaming on 4OD and BritBox .
Despite that , fuming fans flooded Twitter with angry tweets regarding the removal of classic clips and episodes .
One fumed : “ Humour is subjective .
If you don ’ t like something , don ’ t watch it .
Stop ruining it for everyone else.
” The hit show featured Jay , Will , Simon and Neil , four students in middle England @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trips abroad to Malia , in Crete , and Australia .
Yesterday it was announced that Little Britain was to be taken down from streaming services including iPlayer , Britbox and Netflix for its use of blackface characters .

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YouTube has addressed today's big talking point: The Inbetweeners channel being taken off the streaming platform.
This morning, The Inbetweeners trended on Twitter after people posted screenshots of its empty YouTube channel.
The content, which mysteriously disappeared, had fans of the Channel 4 show, which spawned two hit films, utterly raging.
Some suggested it could have been taken down for reasons relating to offensiveness and complaints - but YouTube assures us this isn't the case.
Speaking to BirminghamLive today, YouTube confirmed no action has been taken by them. The channel owner removed the channel.
That tallies with reports on social media the channel was taken down amid copyright reasons, with the show now streaming on 4OD and BritBox.
Despite that, fuming fans flooded Twitter with angry tweets regarding the removal of classic clips and episodes.
One fumed: “Humour is subjective. If you don’t like something, don’t watch it. Stop ruining it for everyone else.”
The hit show featured Jay, Will, Simon and Neil, four students in middle England, and the films centred on their trips abroad to Malia, in Crete, and Australia.
Yesterday it was announced that Little Britain was to be taken down from streaming services including iPlayer, Britbox and Netflix for its use of blackface characters.


birminghammail--2020-06-11--Birmingham City reprimanded after EFL appeal hearing

Birmingham City have been reprimanded for breaching an EFL imposed business plan , according to reports .
BBC WM have @ @ @ @ @ appealed the not guilty verdict handed to Blues in March .
An independent disciplinary commission @ @ @ @ @ ’ s claim that Blues had not stuck to a business plan - which centred @ @ @ @ @ to raise money in January 2019 .
Blues won the original hearing only for the @ @ @ @ @ to appeal a month later .
That hearing has now taken place and on this @ @ @ @ @ in the EFL ’ s favour - albeit without imposing any sanction on the Championship @ @ @ @ @ be docked points .
It ’ s Blues ’ second brush with the governing body @ @ @ @ @ a nine point deduction last season for breaking the limits on the losses allowed under @ @ @ @ @

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Birmingham City have been reprimanded for breaching an EFL imposed business plan, according to reports.
BBC WM have revealed the league have successfully appealed the not guilty verdict handed to Blues in March.
An independent disciplinary commission originally threw out the EFL’s claim that Blues had not stuck to a business plan - which centred around their insistence Blues had to raise money in January 2019.
Blues won the original hearing only for the EFL to announce their intention to appeal a month later.
That hearing has now taken place and on this occasion the panel has ruled in the EFL’s favour - albeit without imposing any sanction on the Championship club.
Blues will not be docked points.
It’s Blues’ second brush with the governing body after they were hit with a nine point deduction last season for breaking the limits on the losses allowed under Financial Fair Play regulations.
More to follow


birminghammail--2020-06-11--Fundraisers urged to join virtual Solstice Stroll  for St Giles Hospice

The family of a grandad who spent his last days at St Giles Hospice is calling on supporters to join a new Solstice Stroll fundraiser for the local charity .
Walkers will be on the march to support St Giles this month despite the coronavirus pandemic forcing the cancellation of its annual Solstice Walk .
Although the hugely-popular walk through the heart of Lichfield has been called off because of COVID-19 social distancing measures , organisers have now launched the Solstice Stroll event , allowing groups of up to six people to raise funds together for the hospice ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Tamworth , who took part in her first Solstice Walk in 2010 while she was being treated for Hodgkins Lymphoma , was hoping to take part in her third Solstice Walk this year and is now calling on people to support the Solstice Stroll .
Her grandad , Doug Brown , aged 88 , from Lichfield , died from lung cancer after receiving end-of-life care St Giles Hospice in Whittington last year .
Weeks later Laura , her sister Sarah Brown , mum Julie Brown , godmother Cathy Calnan and friends Lucy Hill @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to do the Solstice Walk in his memory .
Laura said : “ The first time I did the Solstice Walk I was really ill with Hodgkin ’ s Lymphoma , so it was nice to be able to take part in an event with my family and friends out in the open air .
Then last year we wanted to thank St Giles for looking after my grandad and to support them for the outstanding work that they do .
“ From the moment Grandad arrived at St Giles he was like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was really ill , if he wanted to go outside they would fetch us a wheelchair and help him to get out onto the terrace in the fresh air and sunshine , which he really loved .
“ We will be forever grateful to St Giles for what they gave to Grandad .
They allowed us to spend as much time as we could with him and helped make the time he had left so very special.
” The Solstice Stroll encourages supporters to walk either 10km or 10,000 steps in their own @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and although the Solstice Walk has traditionally been a women-only event , this year the stroll will be open to everyone , with special treats for everyone who passes their individual fundraising targets .
Elinor Eustace , Director of Fundraising at St Giles Hospice , said : “ The Solstice Walk is our largest and most popular fundraising event of the year and we were so sorry we had to disappoint everyone by cancelling it because of the COVID-19 pandemic – however , safety has to come first .
“ Each year the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to remember and celebrate the lives of loved ones in support of their local hospice , so we hope that the Solstice Stroll will give our community the chance to still get involved in a safe way and at a safe distance .
“ Anyone can take part in the Solstice stroll – individuals , family household groups and small groups of six people or fewer , and it ’ s a fantastic way for all the family to enjoy the summer evenings while getting exercise and fresh air .
“ And as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be as fun and colourful as ever – so we ’ d love to see everyone in their traditional fairy wings , tiaras and tutus or other fancy dress , which you can share with us on social media using the hashtag # SolsticeSelfie.
” The Solstice Stroll has been launched as part of ‘ Katie ’ s Appeal ’ , the charity ’ s urgent response to the coronavirus crisis .
St Giles shops have had to close , events have been cancelled and hospice income has almost dried up – at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and ever-growing need for its services .
As only around a third of its funding comes from Government , the hospice relies upon donations and fundraising to raise the £850,000 it needs each month to fund its care services for some of the most vulnerable people in the community .
Over the last 13 years the Solstice Walk , which was due to take place on Saturday , 20th June in 2020 , has raised more than a million pounds to support the work of St Giles .
Everyone who signs up to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get a digital fundraising pack and a dedicated member of the hospice fundraising team to support them , as well as special goodies as they hit their individual fundraising targets .
Supporters raising the £56 needed to fund two hours of one-to-one nursing care will receive a medal ; the £178 needed to fund a visit to a patient in their own home by the Hospice at Home team will earn a St Giles piggybank and pen ; and anyone raising the £676 needed to pay for 24 hours of care at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will receive a St Giles t-shirt , water bottle , fairy wings and a wand .
Elinor added : “ We ’ ve never needed you more than we need you today and your support will allow us to continue our vital work in your local community - if your donations stop , we stop .
So sign up and spread the word , set your sights to the sunset , raise sponsorship and make your steps matter.
” For more information or to register for the Solstice Stroll visit www.stgileshospice.com/solsticestroll People can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Katie ’ s Appeal , by making a one-off or regular monthly donation online at www.stgileshospice.com/katiesappeal or by calling 01543 432538 , or by sending a cheque made payable to ‘ St Giles Hospice ’ to Katie ’ s Appeal , St Giles Hospice , Fisherwick Road , Whittington , Lichfield WS14 9LH .

The family of a grandad who spent his last days at St Giles Hospice is calling on supporters to join a new Solstice Stroll fundraiser for the local charity.
Walkers will be on the march to support St Giles this month despite the coronavirus pandemic forcing the cancellation of its annual Solstice Walk.
Although the hugely-popular walk through the heart of Lichfield has been called off because of COVID-19 social distancing measures, organisers have now launched the Solstice Stroll event, allowing groups of up to six people to raise funds together for the hospice’s vital work.
Laura Fitzgerald, From Tamworth, who took part in her first Solstice Walk in 2010 while she was being treated for Hodgkins Lymphoma, was hoping to take part in her third Solstice Walk this year and is now calling on people to support the Solstice Stroll.
Her grandad, Doug Brown, aged 88, from Lichfield, died from lung cancer after receiving end-of-life care St Giles Hospice in Whittington last year. Weeks later Laura, her sister Sarah Brown, mum Julie Brown, godmother Cathy Calnan and friends Lucy Hill and Amy Hawksworth formed 'Team Dougie' to do the Solstice Walk in his memory.
Laura said: “The first time I did the Solstice Walk I was really ill with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, so it was nice to be able to take part in an event with my family and friends out in the open air. Then last year we wanted to thank St Giles for looking after my grandad and to support them for the outstanding work that they do.
“From the moment Grandad arrived at St Giles he was like a different person. Even when he was really ill, if he wanted to go outside they would fetch us a wheelchair and help him to get out onto the terrace in the fresh air and sunshine, which he really loved.
“We will be forever grateful to St Giles for what they gave to Grandad. They allowed us to spend as much time as we could with him and helped make the time he had left so very special.”
The Solstice Stroll encourages supporters to walk either 10km or 10,000 steps in their own time and at their own pace – and although the Solstice Walk has traditionally been a women-only event, this year the stroll will be open to everyone, with special treats for everyone who passes their individual fundraising targets.
Elinor Eustace, Director of Fundraising at St Giles Hospice, said: “The Solstice Walk is our largest and most popular fundraising event of the year and we were so sorry we had to disappoint everyone by cancelling it because of the COVID-19 pandemic – however, safety has to come first.
“Each year the Solstice Walk brings hundreds of people together to remember and celebrate the lives of loved ones in support of their local hospice, so we hope that the Solstice Stroll will give our community the chance to still get involved in a safe way and at a safe distance.
“Anyone can take part in the Solstice stroll – individuals, family household groups and small groups of six people or fewer, and it’s a fantastic way for all the family to enjoy the summer evenings while getting exercise and fresh air.
“And as usual we want our midsummer event to be as fun and colourful as ever – so we’d love to see everyone in their traditional fairy wings, tiaras and tutus or other fancy dress, which you can share with us on social media using the hashtag #SolsticeSelfie.”
The Solstice Stroll has been launched as part of ‘Katie’s Appeal’, the charity’s urgent response to the coronavirus crisis. St Giles shops have had to close, events have been cancelled and hospice income has almost dried up – at a time when there is a continuing and ever-growing need for its services.
As only around a third of its funding comes from Government, the hospice relies upon donations and fundraising to raise the £850,000 it needs each month to fund its care services for some of the most vulnerable people in the community.
Over the last 13 years the Solstice Walk, which was due to take place on Saturday, 20th June in 2020, has raised more than a million pounds to support the work of St Giles.
Everyone who signs up to take part in the Solstice stroll will get a digital fundraising pack and a dedicated member of the hospice fundraising team to support them, as well as special goodies as they hit their individual fundraising targets.
Supporters raising the £56 needed to fund two hours of one-to-one nursing care will receive a medal; the £178 needed to fund a visit to a patient in their own home by the Hospice at Home team will earn a St Giles piggybank and pen; and anyone raising the £676 needed to pay for 24 hours of care at the end of a patient’s life will receive a St Giles t-shirt, water bottle, fairy wings and a wand.
Elinor added: “We’ve never needed you more than we need you today and your support will allow us to continue our vital work in your local community - if your donations stop, we stop. So sign up and spread the word, set your sights to the sunset, raise sponsorship and make your steps matter.”
For more information or to register for the Solstice Stroll visit www.stgileshospice.com/solsticestroll
People can also support St Giles Hospice by donating to Katie’s Appeal, by making a one-off or regular monthly donation online at www.stgileshospice.com/katiesappeal or by calling 01543 432538, or by sending a cheque made payable to ‘St Giles Hospice’ to Katie’s Appeal, St Giles Hospice, Fisherwick Road, Whittington, Lichfield WS14 9LH.


birminghammail--2020-06-11--Gang of thieves swipe chemicals worth £17k in unit raid

Thousands of pounds worth of chemicals and electrical goods have been snatched after a gang raided an industrial unit .
The raid took took place at a unit in Hilton Main Industrial Estate , Essington , shortly after midnight on Wednesday , June 10 .
Police say it is believed three three offenders swiped a pallet of chemicals – which are normally found in paint – valued at £17,000 .
A further 75 , 25 litre drums were also taken , alongside two manufacturing pumps .
An investigation is underway with extensive CCTV enquiries taking place by cops .
Investigating @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ re urging anyone who might have any information about these items to get in touch as soon as possible .
“ These items are highly valuable and aren ’ t something you ’ d be able to buy off the street - tending to come from the supplier directly .
“ We are currently treating this as a targeted attack due to the nature of the items taken and the fact no other businesses have reported anything to us.
” Anyone with any information should message Staffordshire Police on Facebook or Twitter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ June , call 101 .

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Thousands of pounds worth of chemicals and electrical goods have been snatched after a gang raided an industrial unit.
The raid took took place at a unit in Hilton Main Industrial Estate, Essington, shortly after midnight on Wednesday, June 10.
Police say it is believed three three offenders swiped a pallet of chemicals – which are normally found in paint – valued at £17,000.
A further 75, 25 litre drums were also taken, alongside two manufacturing pumps.
An investigation is underway with extensive CCTV enquiries taking place by cops.
Investigating Officer Ashley Copper said: “We’re urging anyone who might have any information about these items to get in touch as soon as possible.
“These items are highly valuable and aren’t something you’d be able to buy off the street - tending to come from the supplier directly.
“We are currently treating this as a targeted attack due to the nature of the items taken and the fact no other businesses have reported anything to us.”
Anyone with any information should message Staffordshire Police on Facebook or Twitter, quoting incident number 127 of 10 June, call 101.
Alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


birminghammail--2020-06-11--ADVERTORIAL: What you should look for when choosing CBD capsules

If you ’ re a health food enthusiast , there ’ s a good chance that CBD capsules have popped up on your radar in the past year .
Fish oil capsules might have had a good run for almost a decade , but today the most buzz-worthy supplement in capsule form is CBD .
If you 're not familiar with the basics of CBD , here ’ s a lightning-fast rundown of people ’ s most common questions about CBD : CBD comes from the cannabis plant - a term that can refer to both hemp and marijuana , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ former .
CBD does n't produce any psychoactive effects - even if you took a whole handful of capsules at once , which isn ’ t recommended .
CBD is also legal in the UK , provided it contains less than 0.2 percent THC .
You can learn all about regulations online , but here we 'll delve more into CBD capsules in particular .
When CBD is extracted from the hemp plant , it ’ s usually in the form of oil .
As mentioned before , hemp provides the overwhelming majority @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plant itself contains THC below the legal limit .
This makes the refining process quite a bit easier .
Once the CBD is separated from the hemp plant that produced it , ideally by a method like CO2 extraction that ensures it isn ’ t contaminated with industrial solvents , the oil is ready to be used in any number of products , including CBD capsules .
Just as fish oil capsules are filled with fish oil , CBD capsules are filled with CBD oil .
The oil might be turned into a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ You ’ ll also often find other ingredients in CBD capsules .
These might include probiotics like inulin , which help aid digestion , or various flavourings .
It ’ s also common to encounter a wide range of other herbal supplements in CBD capsules , each of which come with their own list of theoretical benefits .
In general , simplicity is best when choosing a CBD capsule - after all , if there are a dozen different ingredients at work , it ’ s hard to predict how they all might @ @ @ @ @ @ @ certainly not cheap , most people want to make sure they ’ re getting their money ’ s worth from their capsules .
Key things to consider before you buy CBD capsules Price is always a key criterion when buying anything , from a new car to a vial of CBD capsules .
But while you should obviously be wary of prices that seem extravagantly high , you should also be skeptical of prices that are equally low .
Why be skeptical of a good CBD deal ?
Mainly , because those capsules @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they claim , or even any CBD at all .
A 2019 study found that over 60 percent of CBD products in the UK are mislabelled .
If you ’ re getting an industrial-sized jar for less than a tenner , it ’ s a sign something ’ s amiss .
There ’ s no hard-and-fast rule when it comes to the ‘ correct ’ price for quality CBD capsules , but sticking to products in the range of £20-£60 is a good rule of thumb .
Here are a few other things @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re shopping for CBD capsules .
If you look at a batch of CBD oil fresh out of the hemp plant , it ’ ll appear like a fancy cocktail , full of different ingredients .
The hemp plant contains hundreds of molecules , including ( like CBD and THC ) , terpenes ( like limone or myrcene ) , and flavonoids ( like cannaflavines A , B , and C ) .
All the plant ’ s molecules can be found , to varying extents , in unprocessed CBD oil .
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ oil , ’ and scientists believe it may be the most effective form of CBD .
The reason why is that the presence of tiny amounts of THC , which aren ’ t enough to get you high , effectively acts like a supercharger for the effects of the other compounds like CBD .
However , while this tiny amount of THC might have its benefits , some people are wary of consuming it at all with their CBD .
For them , there are two available options .
Broad spectrum CBD oil @ @ @ @ @ @ @ THC , while CBD isolate ( or ‘ pure CBD ’ ) has everything removed except the titular ingredient .
You can find CBD capsules made with any of these varieties - the one that ’ s right for you will depend on your personal preferences .
If you ’ ve ever searched ‘ CBD capsules for sale , ’ the chances are you ’ ve encountered a huge number of products that sound like almost the same thing - though they ’ re not explicitly called CBD capsules .
The list of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one : hemp oil capsules , cannabis sativa seed oil capsules , hemp extract capsules , and so on .
However , if you can ’ t find a direct statement that ‘ this product contains X amount of CBD , ’ you should be quite skeptical that it contains any at all .
There are a number of reasons why a company might describe its products in this way .
This includes everything from avoiding regulations to simply attracting people who don ’ t understand the difference between CBD oil and hemp @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s an easy solution that doesn ’ t require any detailed scientific knowledge : just make sure your CBD capsules include a label or description that states ‘ these capsules are made with CBD and here ’ s how much each one contains ’ .
3 .
Where are you buying your CBD capsules ?
Like other infused products , CBD capsules can be found almost anywhere .
From high street shops to supermarkets , vape stores to health food emporiums , you don ’ t have to venture too far down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
That ’ s even before we get to the array of online retailers .
It ’ s not hard to see why - market analysts predict the UK CBD market will be worth £1 billion by 2025 , and CBD capsules are some of the most popular products out there .
Anyone with an ounce of business sense can appreciate the opportunity .
However , this has also led to a fair amount of less-than-reputable CBD retailers popping up .
To make sure your CBD capsules are legit , try to buy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ visiting their physical store or website ) , or through well-established marketplaces like The Hemp Company .
Since their reputation depends on your satisfaction - and they plan on sticking around for the long term - they ’ re more likely to provide both quality products and helpful service .
Also , don ’ t try to buy CBD capsules on Amazon .
That ’ s because Amazon UK rules prohibit the sale of CBD products , including capsules .
Anything you find on there is either mislabelled or being sold illegally , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of quality .
As you can see , despite the buzz around CBD , there ’ s also quite a lot of uncertainty .
Short of growing your own hemp , extracting your own oil , and making your own CBD capsules , you might be wondering how you can be sure that anything you buy is what it claims to be .
The answer is CBD lab tests .
Across the UK and Europe , independent testing laboratories have sprouted up to conduct tests on CBD capsules and the like .
Companies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ customers with some assurance that the CBD capsules are safe , legal , and potent .
A lab test will typically check for the presence of CBD as well as other hemp compounds ( most notably THC ) .
Some labs also test for contaminants like heavy metals and industrial solvents .
From a customer ’ s standpoint , the more information the better .
Quality CBD capsules will come with a certificate of analysis , or COA , from the lab that conducts the testing .
The CBD capsule manufacturer might make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or accessible via a QR code you can scan with your smartphone .
Typically , companies whose CBD capsules can stand up to scrutiny will ensure their COAs are highly visible and easy to access .
If this information seems hard to find , it ’ s a sign to keep looking .
5 .
How much CBD does your capsules have ?
This might seem like the most obvious of questions , but it ’ s often overlooked ( or at least under-appreciated ) .
That ’ s largely because many people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dosage .
What constitutes ‘ a lot ’ vs. ‘ a little ’ when it comes to CBD capsules ?
To be fair , even scientists are still trying to figure this one out .
Research into anything cannabis related has been tightly restricted for the better part of a century , and it ’ s only in the last few years that authorities have finally conceded the plant has legitimate uses .
Determining the right CBD dosage for you can be tricky , since it ’ s subject to a number of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ certain what those factors are .
So far studies suggest that ‘ obvious candidates ’ like age and weight might be less important than we think .
Instead , complex systems within your body might have more to do with your ability to absorb and process CBD capsules .
Some guidelines are finally starting to emerge , though .
The UK Food Standards Agency ( FSA ) now , and most capsules tend to contain around 5-10mg of CBD .
CBD capsules in this range should be a safe enough bet .
Anything @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ re almost certainly not getting enough to feel any real effects .
If you ’ re interested in CBD , then capsules are one of the most useful and popular delivery mechanisms you ’ ll find .
CBD capsules are easy to take , convenient to dose , and provide long-lasting effects throughout the day - since they ’ re slowly absorbed into the bloodstream after passing through your digestive tract .
Aside from that , they ’ re also discreet - which is nice if you ’ re not in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nosy kids or coworkers .
have a lot to offer people with active lifestyles .
As with any supplement , you should let your doctor know if you plan to start taking them so as to avoid any unforeseen complications .
In general , though , CBD capsules are a safe and effective way to give your body and mind a little boost to get through a long day .

If you’re a health food enthusiast, there’s a good chance that CBD capsules have popped up on your radar in the past year. Fish oil capsules might have had a good run for almost a decade, but today the most buzz-worthy supplement in capsule form is CBD.
If you're not familiar with the basics of CBD, here’s a lightning-fast rundown of people’s most common questions about CBD:
CBD comes from the cannabis plant - a term that can refer to both hemp and marijuana, though CBD almost always comes from the former. CBD doesn't produce any psychoactive effects - even if you took a whole handful of capsules at once, which isn’t recommended.
CBD is also legal in the UK, provided it contains less than 0.2 percent THC. You can learn all about UK CBD regulations online, but here we'll delve more into CBD capsules in particular.
What are CBD capsules?
When CBD is extracted from the hemp plant, it’s usually in the form of oil. As mentioned before, hemp provides the overwhelming majority of CBD, since by definition the plant itself contains THC below the legal limit. This makes the refining process quite a bit easier.
Once the CBD is separated from the hemp plant that produced it, ideally by a method like CO2 extraction that ensures it isn’t contaminated with industrial solvents, the oil is ready to be used in any number of products, including CBD capsules.
Just as fish oil capsules are filled with fish oil, CBD capsules are filled with CBD oil. The oil might be turned into a powder first, or added directly.
You’ll also often find other ingredients in CBD capsules. These might include probiotics like inulin, which help aid digestion, or various flavourings. It’s also common to encounter a wide range of other herbal supplements in CBD capsules, each of which come with their own list of theoretical benefits.
In general, simplicity is best when choosing a CBD capsule - after all, if there are a dozen different ingredients at work, it’s hard to predict how they all might interact together. And since CBD is certainly not cheap, most people want to make sure they’re getting their money’s worth from their capsules.
Key things to consider before you buy CBD capsules
Price is always a key criterion when buying anything, from a new car to a vial of CBD capsules. But while you should obviously be wary of prices that seem extravagantly high, you should also be skeptical of prices that are equally low.
Why be skeptical of a good CBD deal? Mainly, because those capsules might not contain as much CBD as they claim, or even any CBD at all. A 2019 study found that over 60 percent of CBD products in the UK are mislabelled. If you’re getting an industrial-sized jar for less than a tenner, it’s a sign something’s amiss.
There’s no hard-and-fast rule when it comes to the ‘correct’ price for quality CBD capsules, but sticking to products in the range of £20-£60 is a good rule of thumb.
Here are a few other things to keep in mind when you’re shopping for CBD capsules.
1. CBD isolate vs. broad spectrum CBD vs. full spectrum CBD?
If you look at a batch of CBD oil fresh out of the hemp plant, it’ll appear like a fancy cocktail, full of different ingredients. The hemp plant contains hundreds of molecules, including cannabinoids (like CBD and THC), terpenes (like limone or myrcene), and flavonoids (like cannaflavines A, B, and C). All the plant’s molecules can be found, to varying extents, in unprocessed CBD oil.
This is known as ‘full spectrum CBD oil,’ and scientists believe it may be the most effective form of CBD. The reason why is that the presence of tiny amounts of THC, which aren’t enough to get you high, effectively acts like a supercharger for the effects of the other compounds like CBD.
However, while this tiny amount of THC might have its benefits, some people are wary of consuming it at all with their CBD.
For them, there are two available options. Broad spectrum CBD oil is processed to remove all traces of THC, while CBD isolate (or ‘pure CBD’) has everything removed except the titular ingredient.
You can find CBD capsules made with any of these varieties - the one that’s right for you will depend on your personal preferences.
2. Hemp concentrate? Hemp seed oil? Cannabis sativa oil?
If you’ve ever searched ‘CBD capsules for sale,’ the chances are you’ve encountered a huge number of products that sound like almost the same thing - though they’re not explicitly called CBD capsules.
The list of almost-synonyms for CBD capsules is a long one: hemp oil capsules, cannabis sativa seed oil capsules, hemp extract capsules, and so on. However, if you can’t find a direct statement that ‘this product contains X amount of CBD,’ you should be quite skeptical that it contains any at all.
There are a number of reasons why a company might describe its products in this way. This includes everything from avoiding regulations to simply attracting people who don’t understand the difference between CBD oil and hemp oil for example.
Luckily, there’s an easy solution that doesn’t require any detailed scientific knowledge: just make sure your CBD capsules include a label or description that states ‘these capsules are made with CBD and here’s how much each one contains’.
3. Where are you buying your CBD capsules?
Like other infused products, CBD capsules can be found almost anywhere. From high street shops to supermarkets, vape stores to health food emporiums, you don’t have to venture too far down the block to find someplace selling CBD. That’s even before we get to the array of online retailers.
It’s not hard to see why - market analysts predict the UK CBD market will be worth £1 billion by 2025, and CBD capsules are some of the most popular products out there. Anyone with an ounce of business sense can appreciate the opportunity. However, this has also led to a fair amount of less-than-reputable CBD retailers popping up.
To make sure your CBD capsules are legit, try to buy them directly from the manufacturer (by visiting their physical store or website), or through well-established marketplaces like The Hemp Company. Since their reputation depends on your satisfaction - and they plan on sticking around for the long term - they’re more likely to provide both quality products and helpful service.
Also, don’t try to buy CBD capsules on Amazon. That’s because Amazon UK rules prohibit the sale of CBD products, including capsules. Anything you find on there is either mislabelled or being sold illegally, neither of which is a promising sign of quality.
4. Are your CBD capsules lab tested?
As you can see, despite the buzz around CBD, there’s also quite a lot of uncertainty. Short of growing your own hemp, extracting your own oil, and making your own CBD capsules, you might be wondering how you can be sure that anything you buy is what it claims to be.
The answer is CBD lab tests. Across the UK and Europe, independent testing laboratories have sprouted up to conduct tests on CBD capsules and the like. Companies send their products there to provide potential customers with some assurance that the CBD capsules are safe, legal, and potent.
A lab test will typically check for the presence of CBD as well as other hemp compounds (most notably THC). Some labs also test for contaminants like heavy metals and industrial solvents. From a customer’s standpoint, the more information the better.
Quality CBD capsules will come with a certificate of analysis, or COA, from the lab that conducts the testing. The CBD capsule manufacturer might make this report downloadable on their website, or accessible via a QR code you can scan with your smartphone.
Typically, companies whose CBD capsules can stand up to scrutiny will ensure their COAs are highly visible and easy to access. If this information seems hard to find, it’s a sign to keep looking.
5. How much CBD does your capsules have?
This might seem like the most obvious of questions, but it’s often overlooked (or at least under-appreciated). That’s largely because many people have no idea how to calculate CBD dosage. What constitutes ‘a lot’ vs. ‘a little’ when it comes to CBD capsules?
To be fair, even scientists are still trying to figure this one out. Research into anything cannabis related has been tightly restricted for the better part of a century, and it’s only in the last few years that authorities have finally conceded the plant has legitimate uses.
Determining the right CBD dosage for you can be tricky, since it’s subject to a number of factors - and nobody’s quite certain what those factors are. So far studies suggest that ‘obvious candidates’ like age and weight might be less important than we think. Instead, complex systems within your body might have more to do with your ability to absorb and process CBD capsules.
Some guidelines are finally starting to emerge, though. The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) now recommends a maximum daily dose of 70mg of CBD , and most capsules tend to contain around 5-10mg of CBD.
CBD capsules in this range should be a safe enough bet. Anything lower than that though, and you’re almost certainly not getting enough to feel any real effects.
The final word on CBD capsules
If you’re interested in CBD, then capsules are one of the most useful and popular delivery mechanisms you’ll find. CBD capsules are easy to take, convenient to dose, and provide long-lasting effects throughout the day - since they’re slowly absorbed into the bloodstream after passing through your digestive tract.
Aside from that, they’re also discreet - which is nice if you’re not in the mood to share or answer questions from nosy kids or coworkers.


birminghammail--2020-06-11--Thieves steal goods from shop after 'manipulating card machine'

Police are hunting thieves who 'manipulated a card machine ' to flee a store with goods without paying .
Offenders @ @ @ @ @ Lane , Halesowen , on May 23 .
Police say they then made off without @ @ @ @ @ released pictures of two men they want to speak to .
In an appeal on @ @ @ @ @ said : `` We want to trace these men after items were stolen from a @ @ @ @ @ Halesowen .
`` Thieves manipulated a chip and pin machine to flee the convenience store @ @ @ @ @ . ''
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Police are hunting thieves who 'manipulated a card machine' to flee a store with goods without paying.
Offenders entered a shop in Manor Lane, Halesowen, on May 23.
Police say they then made off without paying.
Cops have now released pictures of two men they want to speak to.
In an appeal on social media, the force said: "We want to trace these men after items were stolen from a shop in Manor Lane in Halesowen.
"Thieves manipulated a chip and pin machine to flee the convenience store without paying on May 23."
Anyone with information is asked to contact police via Live Chat, or call 101. Quote 20DY/119334X/20.


birminghammail--2020-06-11--Alison Hammond returns to This Morning one day after dad's death

Alison Hammond has returned to This Morning just one day after confirming her dad 's heartbreaking death .
A grieving Alison , who stars on This Morning regularly as a correspondent , was back on the ITV1 daytime programme on Thursday .
Taking to the airwaves on June 11 , Alison lit up Thursday 's show with her usual brand of hilarious humours and crazy antics .
Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield were left in hysterics after it emerged the affable Brummie TV personality transformed her garden .
Alison revealed she had changed her garden - transforming it into an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , tables , chairs and a fire .
Yesterday , Alison tragically took to Instagram to confirm her dad 's passing , telling followers : `` This is my real Dad Clifford Hammond who passed away last week in Jamaica .
`` I ’ m saddened that I won ’ t be able to make his funeral and saddened that he wasn ’ t part of my life as much as I would have liked but I still have a sense of loss and emptiness .
`` Sleep well Daddy , love leaves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ RIP . ''
Heartbreakingly , the Brummie star has lost both her father and mother within a year .
The star , who lives in Birmingham , was praised by fans for returning to the show so swiftly .
`` Great to see Alison back , '' one wrote , while a second chipped in with : `` Alison makes me laugh so much '' , accompanied by a string of laughing emojis .
This Morning airs Monday to Fridays on ITV1 , with Holly and Phil presenting Monday to Thursday , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fridays .

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Alison Hammond has returned to This Morning just one day after confirming her dad's heartbreaking death.
A grieving Alison, who stars on This Morning regularly as a correspondent, was back on the ITV1 daytime programme on Thursday.
Taking to the airwaves on June 11, Alison lit up Thursday's show with her usual brand of hilarious humours and crazy antics.
Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield were left in hysterics after it emerged the affable Brummie TV personality transformed her garden.
Alison revealed she had changed her garden - transforming it into an inflatable PUB complete with blow-up beer barrels, tables, chairs and a fire.
Yesterday, Alison tragically took to Instagram to confirm her dad's passing, telling followers: "This is my real Dad Clifford Hammond who passed away last week in Jamaica.
"I’m saddened that I won’t be able to make his funeral and saddened that he wasn’t part of my life as much as I would have liked but I still have a sense of loss and emptiness.
"Sleep well Daddy, love leaves a memory no on can steal . RIP."
Heartbreakingly, the Brummie star has lost both her father and mother within a year.
The star, who lives in Birmingham, was praised by fans for returning to the show so swiftly.
"Great to see Alison back," one wrote, while a second chipped in with: "Alison makes me laugh so much", accompanied by a string of laughing emojis.
This Morning airs Monday to Fridays on ITV1, with Holly and Phil presenting Monday to Thursday, and Ruth Langsford and husband Eamonn Holmes on Fridays.


birminghammail--2020-06-11--Inside the new £30k doggy spa - with walk-in marble baths

Dog owners can now treat their pampered pooches to a luxury 'spa experience ' - and it 's just a short drive from Wolverhampton .
The new £30,000 grooming facility at K9 Anytime includes walk-in marble baths complete with soft flow shower heads , as can be seen in the video above .
Pets can also stay overnight and curl up on a sofa or armchair in their own private room before snoozing on a memory foam bed , piled high with blankets and fluffy cushions .
Four-legged guests will also be treated to room service meals , 24-hour audio @ @ @ @ @ @ @ piping in reggae and classical music .
The Shifnal-based facility - which also offers doggy daycare - is run by Tom Haynes and Luke Bird , who decided to expand their services to mark the third anniversary of the business .
Tom said : “ We wanted to do something special and , following extensive consultation with our customers - both humans and the dogs - we settled upon a new grooming facility , led by experienced head groomer Lauren Hammett .
“ It had to be a different experience and address some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taking their dog for a bath or a groom .
We listened to a lot of feedback and looked at how we could offer a number of positive solutions that would make it safer and more pleasurable for the dog . ''
He continued : “ I know we ’ re biased , but we think the end result is stunning .
Indian forest green marble baths have been designed and hand-built by a local stonemason and provide comfort and confidence underfoot .
A soft flow shower head ensures the water falls quietly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ noise for a near silent shower experience .
“ Dogs are part of the family these days and owners expect the very best in care for them .
Once they ’ ve had their groom , they can relax in the largest doggy bedrooms in the UK - eight times larger than kennels.
” K9 Anytime , which has just been announced as Lux Life Magazine ’ s ‘ best doggy daycare and luxury boarding service in Shropshire ’ , is tucked away in a Cotsbrook barn conversion , easily accessible from Bridgnorth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ K9 Anytime was created to revolutionise the canine care industry and provide services that up until now did not exist , all based on giving dogs the best possible experience and their owners complete peace of mind .
“ We started with just three dogs , but now have a family of over 100 dogs that use us every week .
It ’ s all about continually improving the experience and listening to what our clients want .
“ The grooming facility is the latest development and one that is already @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clients who are first timers to the K9 Anytime way of life . ''

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Dog owners can now treat their pampered pooches to a luxury 'spa experience' - and it's just a short drive from Wolverhampton.
The new £30,000 grooming facility at K9 Anytime includes walk-in marble baths complete with soft flow shower heads, as can be seen in the video above .
Pets can also stay overnight and curl up on a sofa or armchair in their own private room before snoozing on a memory foam bed, piled high with blankets and fluffy cushions.
Four-legged guests will also be treated to room service meals, 24-hour audio and video monitoring and Bluetooth speakers, piping in reggae and classical music.
(Image: K9 Anytime)
The Shifnal-based facility - which also offers doggy daycare - is run by Tom Haynes and Luke Bird, who decided to expand their services to mark the third anniversary of the business.
Tom said: “We wanted to do something special and, following extensive consultation with our customers - both humans and the dogs - we settled upon a new grooming facility, led by experienced head groomer Lauren Hammett.
“It had to be a different experience and address some of the issues many owners have when taking their dog for a bath or a groom. We listened to a lot of feedback and looked at how we could offer a number of positive solutions that would make it safer and more pleasurable for the dog."
He continued: “I know we’re biased, but we think the end result is stunning. Indian forest green marble baths have been designed and hand-built by a local stonemason and provide comfort and confidence underfoot. A soft flow shower head ensures the water falls quietly on the marble baths, eliminating unnecessary noise for a near silent shower experience.
“Dogs are part of the family these days and owners expect the very best in care for them. Once they’ve had their groom, they can relax in the largest doggy bedrooms in the UK - eight times larger than kennels.”
K9 Anytime, which has just been announced as Lux Life Magazine’s ‘best doggy daycare and luxury boarding service in Shropshire’, is tucked away in a Cotsbrook barn conversion, easily accessible from Bridgnorth, Telford and Wolverhampton.
(Image: K9 Anytime)
Luke added: “K9 Anytime was created to revolutionise the canine care industry and provide services that up until now did not exist, all based on giving dogs the best possible experience and their owners complete peace of mind.
“We started with just three dogs, but now have a family of over 100 dogs that use us every week. It’s all about continually improving the experience and listening to what our clients want.
“The grooming facility is the latest development and one that is already proving extremely popular with daycare users and clients who are first timers to the K9 Anytime way of life."


birminghammail--2020-06-11--Latest figures show Aston Villa's staggering financial gamble

Aston Villa ’ s wage bill was a staggering £60m higher than the Championship average in the season that saw them win promotion .
New financial figures released by Deloitte have gone into detail on the precarious financial situation that was facing the club , had they not won the play-offs last May .
In the summer of 2018 , Villa were perilously close to going into administration , with only the 11th hour sale of the club to Wes Edens and Nassef Sawiris sparing them from that fate .
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Google Play Store and App Store But Deloitte ’ s figures show Villa were still walking a tightrope under first Steve Bruce and then Dean Smith in the 2018/19 season .
Figures released this week show Villa ’ s wage cost stood at £95m , 12 times more than Rotherham , who had the lowest , while £60m higher than the average of the 24 second-tier clubs .
Along with that , Villa were one of a number of clubs in the Championship whose revenue was dwarfed by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ report , Villa ’ s wage to revenue percentage stood at 181 % , although promotion bonuses would be accounted for in this figure .
As well as recording the highest wage cost , Villa also had both the biggest operating loss ( £60m ) and the largest pre-tax loss ( £69m ) in the division .
Villa ’ s promotion at Wembley did help to buck a trend however ; of the six clubs receiving parachute payments in the Championship , they were the only one to be promoted – with only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reaching the play-offs .
Meanwhile , the value of their promotion back to the Premier League has been revealed , with the English top-flight recording the highest revenue of any league in the world .
The 2018/19 season saw Premier League clubs ’ revenue top £5bn for the first time ever , extending the gap over the other four main leagues .

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New financial figures released by Deloitte have gone into detail on the precarious financial situation that was facing the club, had they not won the play-offs last May.
In the summer of 2018, Villa were perilously close to going into administration, with only the 11th hour sale of the club to Wes Edens and Nassef Sawiris sparing them from that fate.
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But Deloitte’s figures show Villa were still walking a tightrope under first Steve Bruce and then Dean Smith in the 2018/19 season.
Figures released this week show Villa’s wage cost stood at £95m, 12 times more than Rotherham, who had the lowest, while £60m higher than the average of the 24 second-tier clubs.
Along with that, Villa were one of a number of clubs in the Championship whose revenue was dwarfed by their wage cost. According to the report, Villa’s wage to revenue percentage stood at 181%, although promotion bonuses would be accounted for in this figure.
As well as recording the highest wage cost, Villa also had both the biggest operating loss (£60m) and the largest pre-tax loss (£69m) in the division.
Villa’s promotion at Wembley did help to buck a trend however; of the six clubs receiving parachute payments in the Championship, they were the only one to be promoted – with only one other (West Brom) even reaching the play-offs.
Meanwhile, the value of their promotion back to the Premier League has been revealed, with the English top-flight recording the highest revenue of any league in the world.
The 2018/19 season saw Premier League clubs’ revenue top £5bn for the first time ever, extending the gap over the other four main leagues.


birminghammail--2020-06-11--This Morning segment has fans cringing and Holly & Phil unimpressed

Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield were left unimpressed after a particularly painful segment of This Morning today .
The ITV1 daytime programme aired from 10am on Thursday , June 11 , with Holly and Phil discussing how to create an office at home .
Phil tried on a number of gadgets during the segment , which aimed to inform viewers how they could make their home workspace more comfortable .
But Phil was left seriously unimpressed by one item , which left him looking visibly uncomfortable .
The product - the posture corrector - cost £19.99 from PR Global Store @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contraption to his back as the scene played out , with Holly looking on concerned .
`` It holds your shoulders back - my physio said you really want your muscles to be doing that , not a contraption , '' warned the guest , appearing via video link .
`` But every now and again it 's really useful . ''
As Holly smiled , Phil mouthed at her to provide help in fitting the device onto his body .
One fan wrote : `` Phil is in his element here with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is saying what is happening I dont even understand .
Her face says it all ! ''
`` Phil stop being such a drama queen , '' a second said .
`` I think this show is just made for embarrassing Phil and holly , '' a third added .

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Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield were left unimpressed after a particularly painful segment of This Morning today.
The ITV1 daytime programme aired from 10am on Thursday, June 11, with Holly and Phil discussing how to create an office at home.
Phil tried on a number of gadgets during the segment, which aimed to inform viewers how they could make their home workspace more comfortable.
But Phil was left seriously unimpressed by one item, which left him looking visibly uncomfortable.
The product - the posture corrector - cost £19.99 from PR Global Store.
But Phil struggled to fit the contraption to his back as the scene played out, with Holly looking on concerned.
"It holds your shoulders back - my physio said you really want your muscles to be doing that, not a contraption," warned the guest, appearing via video link.
"But every now and again it's really useful."
As Holly smiled, Phil mouthed at her to provide help in fitting the device onto his body.
One fan wrote: "Phil is in his element here with these gadgets holly on the other hand is saying what is happening I dont even understand. Her face says it all!"
"Phil stop being such a drama queen," a second said.
"I think this show is just made for embarrassing Phil and holly," a third added.


birminghammail--2020-06-11--Phil Schofield issues bizarre jibe at Chris Whitty during This Morning

This is the moment Phil Schofield issued a jibe at Chris Whitty during today 's episode of This Morning .
Silver haired Schofe was on the ITV1 daytime programme alongside host Holly Willoughby for Thursday 's edition .
The episode saw the presenters discussing the ongoing coronavirus crisis and lockdown , with Phil delivering a scathing barb at Mr Whitty .
Mr Whitty , England 's Chief Medical Officer , has been seen alongside Prime Minister Boris Johnson at some of the government 's daily briefings .
Last night he appeared alongside the PM from Downing Street as the lockdown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ changes to the rules .
Today , Phil and Holly discussed the changes , which sees `` social bubbles '' now allowed and zoos , safari parks and drive-in cinemas given the green light to re-open .
Phil and Holly discussed the rules with Nick Ferrari , from LBC , who appeared on the show via video link .
`` Just quickly on this final point - and Chris Whitty , who was a barrel of laughs , warned yesterday we could face another peak in winter , '' Phil said .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have advantages .
We could have a winter lockdown . ''
This Morning returns to our screens on Friday at 10am but with Holly and Phil replaced by Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford .

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This is the moment Phil Schofield issued a jibe at Chris Whitty during today's episode of This Morning.
Silver haired Schofe was on the ITV1 daytime programme alongside host Holly Willoughby for Thursday's edition.
The episode saw the presenters discussing the ongoing coronavirus crisis and lockdown, with Phil delivering a scathing barb at Mr Whitty.
Mr Whitty, England's Chief Medical Officer, has been seen alongside Prime Minister Boris Johnson at some of the government's daily briefings.
Last night he appeared alongside the PM from Downing Street as the lockdown was eased, with Mr Johnson making changes to the rules.
Today, Phil and Holly discussed the changes, which sees "social bubbles" now allowed and zoos, safari parks and drive-in cinemas given the green light to re-open.
Phil and Holly discussed the rules with Nick Ferrari, from LBC, who appeared on the show via video link.
"Just quickly on this final point - and Chris Whitty, who was a barrel of laughs, warned yesterday we could face another peak in winter," Phil said.
He then added: "The virus could have advantages. We could have a winter lockdown."
This Morning returns to our screens on Friday at 10am but with Holly and Phil replaced by Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford.


birminghammail--2020-06-11--Peter Andre had to be persuaded to send kids back to school after lockdown

Peter Andre has revealed he had to be persuaded to send his children back to school this week .
Discussing his kids Amelia and Theo heading back into the classroom after the lockdown was eased , the Australian singer revealed all .
Discussing the return to school on ITV1 this morning , Peter appeared via video link on Good Morning Britain .
He told presenters Susanna Reid and Ben Shephard : `` Millie [ Amelia ] went back a few days ago .
Theo went back yesterday for his first time - only three hours a week .
`` I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ agree with it .
`` I thought it was wrong , I said 'why should we put our kids at any risk ' ? ''
Peter credits his wife Emily for talking him around and making him see sense after the government told kids they could return to schools if headteachers and councils were willing to re-open them .
But the Mysterious Girl singer then continued : `` But then in times like this you have to listen to your wife , who is a doctor .
`` In these circumstances , she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do , obviously , in something like this .
`` She said to me there 's a risk sending your kids to school at catching anything . ''

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Peter Andre has revealed he had to be persuaded to send his children back to school this week.
Discussing his kids Amelia and Theo heading back into the classroom after the lockdown was eased, the Australian singer revealed all.
Discussing the return to school on ITV1 this morning, Peter appeared via video link on Good Morning Britain.
He told presenters Susanna Reid and Ben Shephard: "Millie [Amelia] went back a few days ago. Theo went back yesterday for his first time - only three hours a week.
"I was very reluctant. I didn't agree with it.
"I thought it was wrong, I said 'why should we put our kids at any risk'?"
Peter credits his wife Emily for talking him around and making him see sense after the government told kids they could return to schools if headteachers and councils were willing to re-open them.
But the Mysterious Girl singer then continued: "But then in times like this you have to listen to your wife, who is a doctor.
"In these circumstances, she knows more about the facts than I do, obviously, in something like this.
"She said to me there's a risk sending your kids to school at catching anything."