birminghammail--2020-01-11--Dean Smith makes Jonathan Kodjia transfer admission amid Nottingham Forest interest

Dean Smith has refused to rule out selling Jonathan Kodjia before the January transfer window closes .
Kodjia has failed to win Smith over this season and was lambasted by Aston Villa supporters for his showing in last week ’ s FA Cup defeat to Fulham .
In total Kodjia has made just nine appearances this campaign and missed the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg with Leicester City on Wednesday due to illness .
That same issue could keep Kodjia out of Sunday ’ s Premier League meeting with Manchester City after Smith revealed on Friday that the striker hasn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ With a new striker top of Villa ’ s transfer window priorities , and several clubs interested in signing Kodjia , the Ivory Coast forward could well have played his last game for the club .
One of those interested parties is Championship side Nottingham Forest who already have former Villa attackers Albert Adomah and Lewis Grabban within their armoury .
Asked whether Kodjia could leave Villa Park this month , Smith said : “ Any player at any club , if a deal is given and it ’ s right for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ any of the players could ( leave ) .
But , will he go ?
I don ’ t know , that ’ s the honest answer.
” Kodjia has just six months remaining on the four-year contract he signed when he joined Villa from Bristol City for a fee rising to £15million in August 2016 .

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Dean Smith has refused to rule out selling Jonathan Kodjia before the January transfer window closes.
Kodjia has failed to win Smith over this season and was lambasted by Aston Villa supporters for his showing in last week’s FA Cup defeat to Fulham.
In total Kodjia has made just nine appearances this campaign and missed the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg with Leicester City on Wednesday due to illness. That same issue kept Kodjia out of Sunday’s dismal 6-1 defeat to Manchester City too.
With a new striker top of Villa’s transfer window priorities, and several clubs interested in signing Kodjia, the Ivory Coast forward could well have played his last game for the club.
One of those interested parties is Championship side Nottingham Forest who already have former Villa attackers Albert Adomah and Lewis Grabban within their armoury.
Asked whether Kodjia could leave Villa Park this month, Smith said: “Any player at any club, if a deal is given and it’s right for the selling club and buying club, then any of the players could (leave). But, will he go? I don’t know, that’s the honest answer.”
Kodjia has just six months remaining on the four-year contract he signed when he joined Villa from Bristol City for a fee rising to £15million in August 2016.
Smith added: “He came on against Burnley when Wes got injured and he’s not had an awful lot of pitch time. He came back at the start of the season not having much time off at all because he went to play for the Ivory Coast in the AFCON.
“He got injured in the first game coming on against Tottenham and it’s been very hard for him to regain his full fitness.
“He came on against Burnley, played a full match against Fulham and he’s fallen ill after that. We’re wanting him to get up to full speed but it’s been a tough season for him.”


birminghammail--2020-01-11--Slaven Bilic reveals what he has seen in West Brom training that's exciting him

Slaven Bilic says he ’ s seen a notable difference in the West Brom squad this week .
It ’ s the first time since the middle of December that Albion have enjoyed the luxury of a full week to prepare for a league game after a gruelling festive schedule .
Indeed the bulk of the Baggies ’ first team haven ’ t been in action since New Year ’ s Day , when they drew with Leeds United at The Hawthorns .
Added to the fact that Grady Diangana is back in training and in contention to play at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after a period of refreshment .
This is your round up of all things West Brom ; the one-stop shop that will keep you updated on the latest goings on at the club and beyond .
Transfers , injuries , match-days and managers , we ’ ve got you covered .
We ’ ll be bringing the very latest on the Baggies throughout the week and around the clock .
Make sure you keep yourself updated with our handy daily catch up ... • What Bilic has said about Sky TV 's rescheduling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ latest WBA news , opinion , analysis and transfer gossip , click here You can follow our West Brom reporter Joseph Chapman on Twitter , and his email address is Joseph.Chapman @ reachplc.com It ’ s something that Bilic has picked up on , as explained how his side look ‘ fresh and ready ’ ahead of the second trip to The Valley in the space of seven days .
“ Definitely , you normally base your selection on the games , of course , but also on training , ” Bilic said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t have normal training or a normal process between the games where you can hold debates , or refresh .
“ It was just match-day , minus two , plus one , you are just on a pitch , just doing a little bit of this and that , but you can ’ t see if the players are fresh , are they heavy .
“ You can ’ t test them , you don ’ t have that privilege .
This was the week that you could test them , especially @ @ @ @ @ @ @ play against Charlton .
“ We wanted to progress , of course , but we used that game to give a chance to the guys who didn ’ t start so many games and to rest the players who played a lot of games .
We did both .
“ The players who played against Charlton had a couple of days off , but they ’ ve had a normal week this week .
“ You could see yesterday in training , that they wanted to have a good training and they are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it .
“ It was great , to have that thing that we didn ’ t have in the last few weeks .
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Slaven Bilic says he’s seen a notable difference in the West Brom squad this week.
It’s the first time since the middle of December that Albion have enjoyed the luxury of a full week to prepare for a league game after a gruelling festive schedule.
Indeed the bulk of the Baggies’ first team haven’t been in action since New Year’s Day, when they drew with Leeds United at The Hawthorns.
Added to the fact that Grady Diangana is back in training and in contention to play at Charlton on Saturday, spirits are high after a period of refreshment.
It’s something that Bilic has picked up on, as explained how his side look ‘fresh and ready’ ahead of the second trip to The Valley in the space of seven days.
“Definitely, you normally base your selection on the games, of course, but also on training,” Bilic said. “In that period you didn’t have normal training or a normal process between the games where you can hold debates, or refresh.
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“It was just match-day, minus two, plus one, you are just on a pitch, just doing a little bit of this and that, but you can’t see if the players are fresh, are they heavy.
“You can’t test them, you don’t have that privilege. This was the week that you could test them, especially for the players who didn’t play against Charlton.
“We wanted to progress, of course, but we used that game to give a chance to the guys who didn’t start so many games and to rest the players who played a lot of games. We did both.
“The players who played against Charlton had a couple of days off, but they’ve had a normal week this week.
“You could see yesterday in training, that they wanted to have a good training and they are really good and fresh and ready for it.
“It was great, to have that thing that we didn’t have in the last few weeks.”


birminghammail--2020-01-11--Best bar jobs up for grabs in Birmingham

Have you ever fancied getting paid to socialise , have fun and mix with people in a fun and vibrant atmosphere ?
Well a string of popular Birmingham bars are currently hiring staff , giving people the opportunity to work in a wonderful vibrant place - so why not work and be amongst it all ?
You will have to work hard and show passion for the job but perks include working in a fun environment , meeting new people , tips and of course some offer discounts on food and drink for you and your friends and family .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ cocktails , pulling pints , clearing glasses , taking stock and ensuring revellers are enjoying themselves .
Reckon you 've got what it takes ?
These are some of the bars , pubs and nightclubs in Birmingham which have vacancies right now .
The Slug and Lettuce is looking for a bar team member .
You do n't necessarily need to have experience for the role but you need to have good people skills and be confident with dealing with people and their requests .
Being a team player is a must .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ winning development programme with access to apprenticeships along with 25 % discount on food and drink for you and your entire party in all our pubs and venues .
The company has an employee benefits scheme which gives you discounts across hundreds of brands and services and a contributory pension scheme .
For more info and to apply for the job click here Turtle Bay is on the hunt for a cocktail bar tender to join the team in Birmingham .
The company which runs Turtle Bay says it will invest in your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Turtle Bay says it offers a competitive package with lots of perks .
The company says successful candidates will show passion and integrity for the their work and have genuine love for cocktails , food , music and the people who visit the bar and restaurant .
Deadline for the vacancy is February 3 .
For more info or to apply for a job click here TGI Friday 's is on the hunt for an experienced cocktail bartender to join the team .
You will need to have a flair for serving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ banter .
You will have full training and gain knowledge in the history and background of spirits , TGI Friday 's food menu and be an expert in over 100 cocktails .
The successful applicant will be naturally energetic and an approachable team player who is determined to make every guest feel special .
TGI Friday 's offers flexible work patterns , potential to earn great Tips , 50 % off your food bill for you and 3 of your friends ( after 3 months ) , excellent pay rates , and other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ apply for the role click here An immediate start is available for the successful candidate who is required to offer bar support at Dirty Martini .
The popular cocktail bar says it offers a training and development program , a competitive pay structure and plenty of opportunities to progress .
As a bar support the successful applicant will play a vital part by supporting the bartenders and floor team .
Bar support benefits include a competitive rate of pay , high street discounts , staff meal program , Birthday voucher , regular in-house @ @ @ @ @ @ @ development with a strong focus on internal promotion .
The company offers 28 days holiday per year and a pension scheme .
Deadline to apply for the role is February 10 .
To apply for the role click here Churchills is looking for bar staff Bar to join its dedicated , friendly team .
You must be an excellent team player , be warm , friendly and engaging and have pride in your work .
As well as serving gin and cocktails you will be helping to serve food .
Churchills is offering @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weekly pay , enhanced sick policy , NEST pension scheme and access to its Reward Gateway which offers discounts/cashback on high street stores , cheap cinema tickets and more .
Churchills also offers discounts at its pubs and hotels and industry leading training to enhance your career .
To apply for the role click here Opportunities have arisen to join the floor team at the High Field in Edgbaston .
High Field is owned by Peach which is an award winning , independent company with 19 individual pubs .
The successful applicant will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plus tips .
You will work a 48 hour , flexible working week , there will be career development opportunities , in-house and external training , 25 percent off food in any Peach pub , performance related incentives and extra holiday after five years .
Benefits also include child care vouchers , pension and invite to Peachfest , the annual team party .
Deadline to apply for the role is February 3 .
Fumo is looking for a hard-working , dedicated individual who has a passion for Italian food and dining experience .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ work in a fast-paced , buzzing environment and able to work shifts over evenings and weekends .
The right person will have excellent customer service skills , eye for detail and sound people management skills .
Fumo is run by San Carlo which is an award winning contemporary Italian restaurant group enjoyed by celebrities and loyal customers as well .
Benefits include 28 days holiday per year , complimentary meals on duty , 30 percent discount when dining in San Carlo restaurants , parking discount scheme , pension and training and development opportunities @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is January 30 .
To apply for the role click here Roxy Ball Room is hiring for a number of floor tender roles including bar tenders , waiting staff , bar backs and kitchen staff .
Full time and part time positions are currently being advertised at the site in Digbeth .
Benefits include a national living wage hourly pay rate , full time contracts , discount on food , drink and gaming at all sites .
The company says it provides potential for fast progression .
Deadline to apply for the job @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the jobs on offer click here

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Have you ever fancied getting paid to socialise, have fun and mix with people in a fun and vibrant atmosphere?
Well a string of popular Birmingham bars are currently hiring staff, giving people the opportunity to work in a wonderful vibrant place - so why not work and be amongst it all?
You will have to work hard and show passion for the job but perks include working in a fun environment, meeting new people, tips and of course some offer discounts on food and drink for you and your friends and family.
You could be making and serving trendy cocktails, pulling pints, clearing glasses, taking stock and ensuring revellers are enjoying themselves.
Reckon you've got what it takes? These are some of the bars, pubs and nightclubs in Birmingham which have vacancies right now.
Bar team - Slug and Lettuce
Location: Brindley Place, Birmingham
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The Slug and Lettuce is looking for a bar team member.
You don't necessarily need to have experience for the role but you need to have good people skills and be confident with dealing with people and their requests. Being a team player is a must.
Stonegate which runs the pub offers award winning development programme with access to apprenticeships along with 25% discount on food and drink for you and your entire party in all our pubs and venues.
The company has an employee benefits scheme which gives you discounts across hundreds of brands and services and a contributory pension scheme.
For more info and to apply for the job click here
Cocktail Bartender - Turtle Bay
Location : John Bright Street, Birmingham
Turtle Bay is on the hunt for a cocktail bar tender to join the team in Birmingham.
The company which runs Turtle Bay says it will invest in your career goals through training and development paths.
Turtle Bay says it offers a competitive package with lots of perks.
The company says successful candidates will show passion and integrity for the their work and have genuine love for cocktails, food, music and the people who visit the bar and restaurant.
Deadline for the vacancy is February 3.
For more info or to apply for a job click here
Cocktail bartender - TGI Friday's
Location: Hagley Road, Birmingham
(Image: Graham Young)
TGI Friday's is on the hunt for an experienced cocktail bartender to join the team.
You will need to have a flair for serving cocktails, have great cocktail knowledge and banter.
You will have full training and gain knowledge in the history and background of spirits, TGI Friday's food menu and be an expert in over 100 cocktails.
The successful applicant will be naturally energetic and an approachable team player who is determined to make every guest feel special.
TGI Friday's offers flexible work patterns, potential to earn great Tips, 50% off your food bill for you and 3 of your friends (after 3 months), excellent pay rates, and other benefits.
For more information and to apply for the role click here
Bar Support - Dirty Martini
Location: Bennett's Hill, Birmingham city centre
(Image: Graham Young / BirminghamLive)
An immediate start is available for the successful candidate who is required to offer bar support at Dirty Martini.
The popular cocktail bar says it offers a training and development program, a competitive pay structure and plenty of opportunities to progress.
As a bar support the successful applicant will play a vital part by supporting the bartenders and floor team.
Bar support benefits include a competitive rate of pay, high street discounts, staff meal program, Birthday voucher, regular in-house competitions with incentives, extensive training and development with a strong focus on internal promotion.
The company offers 28 days holiday per year and a pension scheme.
Deadline to apply for the role is February 10.
To apply for the role click here
Bar staff- Churchills
Location: Mailbox, Birmingham
Churchills is looking for bar staff Bar to join its dedicated, friendly team.
You must be an excellent team player, be warm, friendly and engaging and have pride in your work.
As well as serving gin and cocktails you will be helping to serve food.
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Churchills is offering 28 days holiday including bank holidays, weekly pay, enhanced sick policy, NEST pension scheme and access to its Reward Gateway which offers discounts/cashback on high street stores, cheap cinema tickets and more.
Churchills also offers discounts at its pubs and hotels and industry leading training to enhance your career.
To apply for the role click here
Floor Team - The High Field, Birmingham
Location: Highfield Road, Edgbaston
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Opportunities have arisen to join the floor team at the High Field in Edgbaston.
High Field is owned by Peach which is an award winning, independent company with 19 individual pubs.
The successful applicant will earn between £6.15 and £9 per hour plus tips.
You will work a 48 hour, flexible working week, there will be career development opportunities, in-house and external training, 25 percent off food in any Peach pub, performance related incentives and extra holiday after five years.
Benefits also include child care vouchers, pension and invite to Peachfest, the annual team party.
Deadline to apply for the role is February 3.
To apply click here
Waiter/waitresses - Fumo
Location: Waterloo Street, Birmingham
Fumo is looking for a hard-working, dedicated individual who has a passion for Italian food and dining experience.
The successful applicant will be able to work in a fast-paced, buzzing environment and able to work shifts over evenings and weekends.
The right person will have excellent customer service skills, eye for detail and sound people management skills.
Fumo is run by San Carlo which is an award winning contemporary Italian restaurant group enjoyed by celebrities and loyal customers as well.
Benefits include 28 days holiday per year, complimentary meals on duty, 30 percent discount when dining in San Carlo restaurants, parking discount scheme, pension and training and development opportunities.
Deadline to apply for this role is January 30.
To apply for the role click here
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Floor Tenders - Roxy Ball Room Bar Floor Tenders Required
Location: Heath Mill Lane, Digbeth
Roxy Ball Room is hiring for a number of floor tender roles including bar tenders, waiting staff, bar backs and kitchen staff.
Full time and part time positions are currently being advertised at the site in Digbeth.
Benefits include a national living wage hourly pay rate, full time contracts, discount on food, drink and gaming at all sites.
The company says it provides potential for fast progression.
Deadline to apply for the job is March 3.
To apply for the jobs on offer click here


birminghammail--2020-01-11--Mum's fury after she thought she'd scooped £30k lottery win - but it was actually £10

A cash-strapped mum thought she had scooped up to £30,000 on the postcode lottery - but it turned out to be a tenner .
Dawn Rivers thought Christmas had come early when she received a text saying she had been lucky enough to bag a cash prize on the People 's Postcode Lottery on December 24 .
The 63-year-old , who works as a part-time cleaner , saw the message with the unspecified £ sign and assumed she was due a visit from the postcode lottery as seen in the advert .
Having played for three years , she planned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - including making promises to help her daughter out when the money came in .
The mum would even dress herself ready every morning at her Bournville home in wait of the famed postcode lottery visit alongside the big colourful cheque .
But as she called up to check on the situation on January 4 , call handlers at the postcode lottery said all she would be cashing in was a meagre £10 .
A People ’ s Postcode Lottery spokesperson admitted there had been a technical fault with her text - meaning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her win - just a £ sign .
They told BirminghamLive that if Dawn had followed the link on the text , she would have learned the amount was £10 - however , Dawn says she did n't know how to use the technology .
How does the People 's Postcode Lottery work ?
According to the website 's frequently asked questions , this is how the lottery works .
What does my ticket play for ?
Your ticket plays for prizes every day of the week .
It plays in Saturday and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £30,000 prize .
Monday to Sunday , your ticket could win £1,000 each day in the Daily Prize .
Every month , we also have a £3 Million Postcode Millions draw and your ticket plays for a share of a £3 Million cash prize fund. To find out more , visit our How It Works page .
How can I tell if I 'm a winner ?
You can find out the results by : • Checking out the Winners section on the website .
Winners are notified by email , SMS message @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prize you won .
For our big winners , of course , we 'll see you in person !
We recommend that players register an email address with us and keep their address and telephone details up to date , to ensure they can be notified of any prize wins .
To update any of your contact details , please give our Customer Experience staff a call on 0808 109 8765 .
When will I receive my prize money ?
If you pay by Direct Debit or if you signed up by other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bank account details with us , your prize money will be transferred to your bank account within 28 days .
If you haven ’ t registered your bank details with us yet , please ring us on freephone number 0808 109 8765 and we can arrange to pay your winnings .
`` I 've won £10 before , if it 's a tenner they just put a little message to say you 've won £10 it 's gone in your bank , '' she explained .
`` But if it 's a big @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thirty or forty grand , they usually put that on your phone and say they 'll come knocking .
That 's the advert that advertised for three years now .
`` Well thats the advert , if your postcode lottery comes up they 'll come knocking on your door , so that 's why I was waiting .
`` You know when you think you have won something and your mouth dries up ?
That 's what happened , '' she told BirminghamLive .
`` I was so excited to have a bit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had already spent it in my head .
Buying some extra things for the house .
I told my daughter I would help her out after Christmas .
`` I got dressed every morning waiting for the postcode lottery to come to my door .
It makes you feel sick when at the end of it you have n't got it .
That 's what 's really annoyed me . ''
A spokesperson for the lottery said it never made reference to a big win and provided a link detailing the £10 win @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she clicked through , Mrs Rivers said she was n't `` good at using technology '' and had n't been able to use the link .
She added : `` She said you 've won £10 , I almost felt like telling her where to stick it you know .
`` They have put me £10 in my bank .
I rang and spoke to the manager .
He just said that he is sorry .
`` I feel absolutely let down .
They said it was an error .
I said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ why did n't you text me back , why did you let me think all over Christmas that I had something to look forward to and at the end of it you 've took it from me ? '
A spokesperson for People ’ s Postcode Lottery said : “ The winners of our biggest prizes , such as Postcode Millions or £30,000 a day , are always contacted in person and may also be visited by a Postcode Lottery ambassador .
This is reflected in our marketing .
“ Text alerts are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wins .
`` There was no error in the drawing , distribution or notification of prizes .
A technical fault meant that in this instance , the value of the £10 prize was not stated within the text itself but recipients could still click the link included to confirm the value of their win .
“ Our customer experience team confirmed the situation on two occasions and we remain in contact with the player concerned .
”

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A cash-strapped mum thought she had scooped up to £30,000 on the postcode lottery - but it turned out to be a tenner.
Dawn Rivers thought Christmas had come early when she received a text saying she had been lucky enough to bag a cash prize on the People's Postcode Lottery on December 24.
The 63-year-old, who works as a part-time cleaner, saw the message with the unspecified £ sign and assumed she was due a visit from the postcode lottery as seen in the advert.
Having played for three years, she planned out how she would spend every penny - including making promises to help her daughter out when the money came in.
(Image: Darren Quinton/Birmingham Live)
The mum would even dress herself ready every morning at her Bournville home in wait of the famed postcode lottery visit alongside the big colourful cheque.
But as she called up to check on the situation on January 4, call handlers at the postcode lottery said all she would be cashing in was a meagre £10.
A People’s Postcode Lottery spokesperson admitted there had been a technical fault with her text - meaning it did not display the value of her win - just a £ sign.
They told BirminghamLive that if Dawn had followed the link on the text, she would have learned the amount was £10 - however, Dawn says she didn't know how to use the technology.
How does the People's Postcode Lottery work? According to the website's frequently asked questions, this is how the lottery works. What does my ticket play for? Your ticket plays for prizes every day of the week. It plays in Saturday and Sunday Street Prize draws, for a £30,000 prize. Monday to Sunday, your ticket could win £1,000 each day in the Daily Prize. Every month, we also have a £3 Million Postcode Millions draw and your ticket plays for a share of a £3 Million cash prize fund. To find out more, visit our How It Works page. How can I tell if I'm a winner? You can find out the results by: Checking out the Winners section on the website.
Calling us on freephone number 0808 109 8765. Winners are notified by email, SMS message, mail or phonecall depending on the prize you won. For our big winners, of course, we'll see you in person! We recommend that players register an email address with us and keep their address and telephone details up to date, to ensure they can be notified of any prize wins. To update any of your contact details, please give our Customer Experience staff a call on 0808 109 8765. When will I receive my prize money? If you pay by Direct Debit or if you signed up by other payment methods but have already registered your bank account details with us, your prize money will be transferred to your bank account within 28 days. If you haven’t registered your bank details with us yet, please ring us on freephone number 0808 109 8765 and we can arrange to pay your winnings.
"I've won £10 before, if it's a tenner they just put a little message to say you've won £10 it's gone in your bank," she explained.
"But if it's a big one, like ten, twenty, thirty or forty grand, they usually put that on your phone and say they'll come knocking. That's the advert that advertised for three years now.
"Well thats the advert, if your postcode lottery comes up they'll come knocking on your door, so that's why I was waiting.
"You know when you think you have won something and your mouth dries up? That's what happened," she told BirminghamLive.
"I was so excited to have a bit of money to play with, I had already spent it in my head. Buying some extra things for the house. I told my daughter I would help her out after Christmas.
"I got dressed every morning waiting for the postcode lottery to come to my door. It makes you feel sick when at the end of it you haven't got it. That's what's really annoyed me."
A spokesperson for the lottery said it never made reference to a big win and provided a link detailing the £10 win within the text.
(Image: Darren Quinton/Birmingham Live)
When asked if she clicked through, Mrs Rivers said she wasn't "good at using technology" and hadn't been able to use the link.
She added: "She said you've won £10, I almost felt like telling her where to stick it you know.
"They have put me £10 in my bank. I rang and spoke to the manager. He just said that he is sorry.
"I feel absolutely let down. They said it was an error. I said: 'Why didn't you tell me, why didn't you text me back, why did you let me think all over Christmas that I had something to look forward to and at the end of it you've took it from me?'
"It doesn't make sense."
(Image: Darren Quinton/Birmingham Live)
A spokesperson for People’s Postcode Lottery said: “The winners of our biggest prizes, such as Postcode Millions or £30,000 a day, are always contacted in person and may also be visited by a Postcode Lottery ambassador. This is reflected in our marketing.
“Text alerts are only used to notify players of smaller wins.
"There was no error in the drawing, distribution or notification of prizes. A technical fault meant that in this instance, the value of the £10 prize was not stated within the text itself but recipients could still click the link included to confirm the value of their win.
“Our customer experience team confirmed the situation on two occasions and we remain in contact with the player concerned.”


birminghammail--2020-01-11--Dad who fled war now runs eBay business worth thousands from a unit in Wolverhampton

A Syrian refugee went from fleeing war with his family to successfully owning his own business in Wolverhampton .
Adam Agha came to the UK in November 2013 to make sure his family were safe from war as he feared his children would be forced to fight .
Once he was settled , he knew he wanted to run his own business and searched for something that would make him unique .
He soon realised the UK market was missing an online store specialising in items from his culture and made it his mission to make life more comfortable for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He set up his own eBay store selling traditional Arabic items that 'bring home comforts to refugees here ' .
His idea has become so successful that he is expecting a £100,000 turnover this year .
Since starting his business , Adam has won awards for his entrepreneurship and has voluntarily taught 300 people how to set up their own companies online .
He claims that at least 20 % of the people who have taken these courses with him have successfully set up their own businesses , with most of them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` I started the business to provide for them .
It started by buying books from car boot sales and charity shops to sell on again on eBay .
`` Now I run my business from my unit in Wolverhampton .
I have items imported here from Egypt , Turkey and Lebanon .
`` We target everyone in the local community with these items , trying to avoid competition with other companies . ''
The 38-year-old stocks more than 3000 items , all to be sold on eBay , Amazon and Etsy .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Adam , he said that it has n't been without it 's challenges .
Adam , previously went by the name Mohammed but said he felt the need to change his name because islamophobia 'affected the way people looked at his business ' but this is n't the only struggle he has had .
As in any business , trying to stay above your competitors can be difficult , especially for small business owners .
`` The cost of postage or the loss of an item can be difficult for small businesses , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ If an item gets lost in the post , I get compensated with a book of stamps , which I very rarely need because the items are too big .
`` I 'm competing with products from China , who will sell them cheaper and with free postage so I try to make sure I 'm selling products that people ca n't get anywhere else on these websites . ''
Adam 's best selling items are biscuit molds traditionally used during Eid celebrations and metal straws designed for drinking herbal teas .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ community but also other religious celebrations making his molds popular sellers for other holidays like Easter and Christmas .
Staying unique , is very important to Adam , he even claims to be the first to use the Arabic alphabet on eBay to make it easier for his customers to search for the products .
In 2017 , he was awarded the Inspiration Award from eBay for the work he has put into making other people as successful as he has become .
Visit Made in Syria on eBay or watch Adam 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his products .
Eight years ago an uprising against the president of Syria turned into a civil war .
The fighting has left thousands of people dead , cities destroyed and other countries becoming involved in the conflict .
It reportedly started because citizens grew tired of high unemployment , corruption and a lack of political freedom under President Bashar al-Assad .
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights , estimated in December 2018 that over 367,000 people have died during the conflict , with 192,000 missing or presumed dead .
The UN Refugee @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in northeast Syria early in October , more than 160,000 people had fled , including at least 70,000 children .
Europe and aid organisations have been feeling the pressure of the Syrian Refugee crisis since 2015 .
It is estimated around 6.7 million Syrian citizens are now refugees .

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A Syrian refugee went from fleeing war with his family to successfully owning his own business in Wolverhampton.
Adam Agha came to the UK in November 2013 to make sure his family were safe from war as he feared his children would be forced to fight.
Once he was settled, he knew he wanted to run his own business and searched for something that would make him unique.
He soon realised the UK market was missing an online store specialising in items from his culture and made it his mission to make life more comfortable for the Syrian community living in the UK.
He set up his own eBay store selling traditional Arabic items that 'bring home comforts to refugees here'.
His idea has become so successful that he is expecting a £100,000 turnover this year.
Since starting his business, Adam has won awards for his entrepreneurship and has voluntarily taught 300 people how to set up their own companies online.
He claims that at least 20% of the people who have taken these courses with him have successfully set up their own businesses, with most of them being Syrian too.
He said: "I started the business to provide for them. It started by buying books from car boot sales and charity shops to sell on again on eBay.
"Now I run my business from my unit in Wolverhampton. I have items imported here from Egypt, Turkey and Lebanon.
"We target everyone in the local community with these items, trying to avoid competition with other companies."
The 38-year-old stocks more than 3000 items, all to be sold on eBay, Amazon and Etsy.
Although, business has been successful for Adam, he said that it hasn't been without it's challenges.
Adam, previously went by the name Mohammed but said he felt the need to change his name because islamophobia 'affected the way people looked at his business' but this isn't the only struggle he has had.
As in any business, trying to stay above your competitors can be difficult, especially for small business owners.
"The cost of postage or the loss of an item can be difficult for small businesses," Adam told Birmingham Live.
"If an item gets lost in the post, I get compensated with a book of stamps, which I very rarely need because the items are too big.
"I'm competing with products from China, who will sell them cheaper and with free postage so I try to make sure I'm selling products that people can't get anywhere else on these websites."
Adam's best selling items are biscuit molds traditionally used during Eid celebrations and metal straws designed for drinking herbal teas.
He targets these items at the local Muslim community but also other religious celebrations making his molds popular sellers for other holidays like Easter and Christmas.
Staying unique, is very important to Adam, he even claims to be the first to use the Arabic alphabet on eBay to make it easier for his customers to search for the products.
In 2017, he was awarded the Inspiration Award from eBay for the work he has put into making other people as successful as he has become.
Visit Made in Syria on eBay or watch Adam's YouTube channel to find out more about his products.
What's happening in Syria?
Eight years ago an uprising against the president of Syria turned into a civil war.
The fighting has left thousands of people dead, cities destroyed and other countries becoming involved in the conflict.
It reportedly started because citizens grew tired of high unemployment, corruption and a lack of political freedom under President Bashar al-Assad.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, estimated in December 2018 that over 367,000 people have died during the conflict, with 192,000 missing or presumed dead.
The UN Refugee Agency reported that since military operations increased in northeast Syria early in October, more than 160,000 people had fled, including at least 70,000 children.
Europe and aid organisations have been feeling the pressure of the Syrian Refugee crisis since 2015. It is estimated around 6.7 million Syrian citizens are now refugees.


birminghammail--2020-01-11--'I'm lucky to be alive' - how contraceptive pill nearly killed Aldi worker

When Lauren Dyer awoke moments after suddenly fainting , she had no idea what had happened to her .
But the 33-year-old Aldi worker was short of breath and unable to talk or move around without gasping for air .
Her brother called an ambulance and the normally fit and healthy Lauren from was rushed to Good Hope Hospital from her Tamworth home .
After questions , tests and a scan , she was told that she had two massive pulmonary embolisms ( two big clusters of blood clots ) , restricting her breathing .
One was blocking the main @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other was in the lower part of her left long .
A blood specialist confirmed they had started as blood clots in the pelvis that had dispersed to her lungs , brought on as a result of her taking the Microgynon contraceptive pill .
She feels lucky it was spotted early as Tamworth teaching assistant Fallan Kurek died of a massive pulmonary embolism on her lung caused by taking the contraceptive pill in 2015 .
She suffered two cardiac arrests after she stopped breathing .
`` I ’ m very lucky to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 33 and an Aldi customer services trainer .
`` I didn ’ t get any warning signs I just passed out .
Usually with blood clots , they start in the legs and your legs will swell and give you pain and treatment can be given before they travel closer to you heart or brain , but mine developed in the pelvic area and when I passed out that was the clots passing through my heart . ''
Lauren is keen to raise awareness of the risks of taking the pill , especially @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contraceptive method for years .
`` I want to say to any women on the contraceptive pill for birth control , please go see your doctor and discuss any other options there may be for you , especially if you have been on it for years and years .
`` The pill increases the risk of blood clots and is the reason I ended up in hospital . ''
When Lauren first arrived at hospital in February 2019 , medics injected her with blood thinners to start the process of breaking down the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ condition still had n't improved .
So a consultant decided to give her a drug that would blast the clots into tiny pieces and clear them immediately in a bid to help her breathe more easily and bring her heart rate back to normal .
`` My heart rate had been ridiculously high for two days straight so there was a risk of giving me heart problems in the future if the clots weren ’ t cleared soon because my heart had enlarged , '' she explained .
`` The drug is only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ due to blood clots however even though there are small risks like , internal bleeding or stroke .
`` The consultant was confident that this is the treatment I needed and was best for my heart in the long run . ''
She added : `` It really was a scary time for me , but mostly my family and close friends .
`` I felt normal apart from the shortness of breath so it ’ s seemed strange me being in hospital with an oxygen tube up my nose , attached to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ planned a 12-month adventure around Bali , Malaysia , Cambodia , the Philippines and Thailand in May and was worried that she was going to have to cancel her trip .
However , the treatment worked really quickly and , although it caused bruising , she was able to continue with her plans , setting off for Bali in May 2019 , albeit with six months worth of medication in her bag .
She said : `` I was concerned I wasn ’ t going to be able to go travelling or it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ within 10 minutes of the drugs being administered .
My heart rate started to go down , I gradually needed less oxygen and , before I knew it , over the next 24 hours I was in the clear .
`` I was kept in hospital for a few more days for monitoring , '' I was a bit battered and bruised from all the tubes and drips , had to go on medication for the next six months but I was alive , my heart was OK and everything was all good @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because there was a girl in Tamworth who died from a blot clot caused by the pill .
It 's important for women to look at other options , especially if they 've been on the same pill for years as it increases your risk of blood clots . ''
Lauren was talking about Fallan Kurek , 21 , who collapsed at home in May 2015 .
Her parents called an ambulance and paramedics desperately battled to save her life but sadly , three days later , Fallan passed away after being pronounced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cannock Coroner ’ s Court found that her death was linked to Fallan taking the contraceptive pill and her death sent shockwaves around the world , leading many women to question their use of the pill .
Lauren added : `` I ’ m so thankful of the staff at Good Hope Hospital for looking after me and giving me the right treatments to not only get rid of the clots but to save my heart from future problems .
`` I ’ m also extremely thankful for my family and friends who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my mum who didn ’ t leave my side until she knew I was going to be OK. '' To think now after all that I ’ m here six months into travelling South East Asia and living my best life !
I have had the most amazing time away and hopefully the next few months will be just as awesome .
Just remember life is short and it can be made even shorter so live everyday like it ’ s your last ! ''
How serious are the risks of taking the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hormonal contraceptive ( CHC ) that contains the oestrogen ethinylestradiol in combination with the progestogen levonorgestrel .
Out of 10,000 women who are using a CHC that contains levonorgestrel , around five to seven will develop a blood clot in the leg ( deep vein thrombosis DVT ) or lung ( pulmonary embolus PE ) in a year .
In comparison , out of 10,000 women who are not using any CHC and are not pregnant , around two will develop a DVT or PE in a year .
The risk of developing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than the risk of developing a blood clot with CHCs .
A spokeswoman for the government-run Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency said : `` Hormonal contraceptive pills ( “ the pill ” ) are highly effective medicines for preventing unwanted pregnancy and the benefits associated with their use far outweigh their risks .
`` The risk of blood clots associated with using the combined contraceptive pill is very small .
Prescribers and women should familiarise themselves with the major risk factors for blood clots and the key signs and symptoms provided in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who is concerned about the risks associated with their hormonal contraceptive should contact their GP or contraceptive provider for advice but should keep taking their contraceptive in the meantime .
Suddenly stopping a combined hormonal contraceptive may result in accidental pregnancy . ''
A spokesman for Bayer , the manufacturer of Microgynon , said : `` At Bayer , we take the safety of our products very seriously and we continuously review the safety profiles of our products .
`` Bayer investigates reports on side effects thoroughly and collaborates closely with regulatory authorities @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of all products .
Bayer strongly encourages all patients and healthcare professionals to report adverse events to the company directly or to the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency ( MHRA ) .
`` Combined hormonal contraceptives ( CHCs ) , like Microgynon® ( levonorgestrel 150 mcg/ethinylestradiol 30 mcg ) , are among the most systematically studied and widely used medical products available today .
Based on a thorough assessment of the available scientific data by regulatory authorities , outside independent experts and Bayer scientists , Microgynon® is considered effective and overall , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ appropriately .
`` Risk of blood clots is increased for women taking CHCs when compared with non-users .
This is a well-known class effect of all CHCs as is clearly stated in the patient information leaflet of CHCs .
This risk , however , of blood clots in a woman taking a CHC is smaller than the risk of clots associated with pregnancy .
`` A woman ’ s individual risk for a blood clot is determined by her personal risk factors .
General risk factors for clots include genetic predisposition , obesity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( bed rest , a long-haul flight , trauma or surgery ) .
The clot risk for a healthy woman is low , whether she takes an oral contraceptive or not .
The more risk factors a woman has , the higher her risk might be .
`` A woman should discuss their own medical history and known risk factors with her healthcare professional to weigh the risks of blood clots against the need for contraception and determine the contraceptive method best suited for their individual circumstances . ''
Anyone concerned about their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ GP .

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When Lauren Dyer awoke moments after suddenly fainting, she had no idea what had happened to her.
But the 33-year-old Aldi worker was short of breath and unable to talk or move around without gasping for air.
Her brother called an ambulance and the normally fit and healthy Lauren from was rushed to Good Hope Hospital from her Tamworth home.
After questions, tests and a scan, she was told that she had two massive pulmonary embolisms (two big clusters of blood clots), restricting her breathing.
One was blocking the main airway of her right lung and the other was in the lower part of her left long.
A blood specialist confirmed they had started as blood clots in the pelvis that had dispersed to her lungs, brought on as a result of her taking the Microgynon contraceptive pill.
She feels lucky it was spotted early as Tamworth teaching assistant Fallan Kurek died of a massive pulmonary embolism on her lung caused by taking the contraceptive pill in 2015. She suffered two cardiac arrests after she stopped breathing.
"I’m very lucky to be alive today," said Lauren, 33 and an Aldi customer services trainer.
"I didn’t get any warning signs I just passed out. Usually with blood clots, they start in the legs and your legs will swell and give you pain and treatment can be given before they travel closer to you heart or brain, but mine developed in the pelvic area and when I passed out that was the clots passing through my heart."
Lauren is keen to raise awareness of the risks of taking the pill, especially for women who have used the same contraceptive method for years.
"I want to say to any women on the contraceptive pill for birth control, please go see your doctor and discuss any other options there may be for you, especially if you have been on it for years and years.
"The pill increases the risk of blood clots and is the reason I ended up in hospital."
When Lauren first arrived at hospital in February 2019, medics injected her with blood thinners to start the process of breaking down the clots.
But after 24 hours her condition still hadn't improved.
So a consultant decided to give her a drug that would blast the clots into tiny pieces and clear them immediately in a bid to help her breathe more easily and bring her heart rate back to normal.
"My heart rate had been ridiculously high for two days straight so there was a risk of giving me heart problems in the future if the clots weren’t cleared soon because my heart had enlarged," she explained.
"The drug is only usually given to patients who are unresponsive due to blood clots however even though there are small risks like, internal bleeding or stroke.
"The consultant was confident that this is the treatment I needed and was best for my heart in the long run."
She added: "It really was a scary time for me, but mostly my family and close friends.
"I felt normal apart from the shortness of breath so it’s seemed strange me being in hospital with an oxygen tube up my nose, attached to monitors and drips."
Lauren had planned a 12-month adventure around Bali, Malaysia, Cambodia, the Philippines and Thailand in May and was worried that she was going to have to cancel her trip.
However, the treatment worked really quickly and, although it caused bruising, she was able to continue with her plans, setting off for Bali in May 2019, albeit with six months worth of medication in her bag.
She said: "I was concerned I wasn’t going to be able to go travelling or it be delayed massively but the treatment worked within 10 minutes of the drugs being administered. My heart rate started to go down, I gradually needed less oxygen and, before I knew it, over the next 24 hours I was in the clear.
"I was kept in hospital for a few more days for monitoring,
"I was a bit battered and bruised from all the tubes and drips, had to go on medication for the next six months but I was alive, my heart was OK and everything was all good.
"I know I'm lucky because there was a girl in Tamworth who died from a blot clot caused by the pill. It's important for women to look at other options, especially if they've been on the same pill for years as it increases your risk of blood clots."
Risks of taking the combined pill According to the NHS website, there are some risks associated with using the combined contraceptive pill but these risks are small and, for most women, the benefits of the pill outweigh the risks. The risk of getting a blood clot is very small, but your doctor will check if you have certain risk factors that before prescribing the pill as the oestrogen in the pill may cause your blood to clot more readily. If a blood clot develops, it could cause: deep vein thrombosis (clot in your leg)
pulmonary embolus (clot in your lung)
stroke
heart attack The pill can be taken with caution if you have one of the risk factors below. It is unlikely you would be advised to take it if you have two or more risk factors. These include: being 35 years old or over
being a smoker or having quit smoking in the past year
being very overweight (in women with a BMI of 35 or over, the risks of using the pill usually outweigh the benefits)
having migraines (you should not take the pill if you have severe or regular migraine attacks, especially if you get aura or a warning sign before an attack)
having high blood pressure
having had a blood clot or stroke in the past
having a close relative who had a blood clot when they were younger than 45
being immobile for a long time – for example, in a wheelchair or with a leg in plaster Find out more on the NHS website here and always ask your GP for advice.
Lauren was talking about Fallan Kurek, 21, who collapsed at home in May 2015. Her parents called an ambulance and paramedics desperately battled to save her life but sadly, three days later, Fallan passed away after being pronounced brain-dead by doctors.
An inquest at Cannock Coroner’s Court found that her death was linked to Fallan taking the contraceptive pill and her death sent shockwaves around the world, leading many women to question their use of the pill.
Lauren added: "I’m so thankful of the staff at Good Hope Hospital for looking after me and giving me the right treatments to not only get rid of the clots but to save my heart from future problems.
"I’m also extremely thankful for my family and friends who where there to support me, especially my mum who didn’t leave my side until she knew I was going to be OK.
"To think now after all that I’m here six months into travelling South East Asia and living my best life! I have had the most amazing time away and hopefully the next few months will be just as awesome. Just remember life is short and it can be made even shorter so live everyday like it’s your last!"
How serious are the risks of taking the combined pill?
Microgynon is a combined hormonal contraceptive (CHC) that contains the oestrogen ethinylestradiol in combination with the progestogen levonorgestrel.
Out of 10,000 women who are using a CHC that contains levonorgestrel, around five to seven will develop a blood clot in the leg (deep vein thrombosis DVT) or lung (pulmonary embolus PE) in a year.
In comparison, out of 10,000 women who are not using any CHC and are not pregnant, around two will develop a DVT or PE in a year. The risk of developing a blood clot during pregnancy is higher than the risk of developing a blood clot with CHCs.
A spokeswoman for the government-run Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency said: "Hormonal contraceptive pills (“the pill”) are highly effective medicines for preventing unwanted pregnancy and the benefits associated with their use far outweigh their risks.
"The risk of blood clots associated with using the combined contraceptive pill is very small. Prescribers and women should familiarise themselves with the major risk factors for blood clots and the key signs and symptoms provided in the product information.
"Any woman who is concerned about the risks associated with their hormonal contraceptive should contact their GP or contraceptive provider for advice but should keep taking their contraceptive in the meantime. Suddenly stopping a combined hormonal contraceptive may result in accidental pregnancy."
A spokesman for Bayer, the manufacturer of Microgynon, said: "At Bayer, we take the safety of our products very seriously and we continuously review the safety profiles of our products.
"Bayer investigates reports on side effects thoroughly and collaborates closely with regulatory authorities concerning the use, benefits and risks of all products. Bayer strongly encourages all patients and healthcare professionals to report adverse events to the company directly or to the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
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"Combined hormonal contraceptives (CHCs), like Microgynon® (levonorgestrel 150 mcg/ethinylestradiol 30 mcg), are among the most systematically studied and widely used medical products available today. Based on a thorough assessment of the available scientific data by regulatory authorities, outside independent experts and Bayer scientists,
Microgynon® is considered effective and overall, has a favourable benefit-risk profile when used appropriately.
"Risk of blood clots is increased for women taking CHCs when compared with non-users. This is a well-known class effect of all CHCs as is clearly stated in the patient information leaflet of CHCs. This risk, however, of blood clots in a woman taking a CHC is smaller than the risk of clots associated with pregnancy.
"A woman’s individual risk for a blood clot is determined by her personal risk factors. General risk factors for clots include genetic predisposition, obesity, pregnancy, advancing age and immobilisation (bed rest, a long-haul flight, trauma or surgery). The clot risk for a healthy woman is low , whether she takes an oral contraceptive or not. The more risk factors a woman has, the higher her risk might be.
"A woman should discuss their own medical history and known risk factors with her healthcare professional to weigh the risks of blood clots against the need for contraception and determine the contraceptive method best suited for their individual circumstances."
Anyone concerned about their contraception is advised to speak to their GP.


birminghammail--2020-01-11--'Cheesed off' - One Stop shopkeeper's fury after council move bin in front of the door in Solihull

A furious businessman has hit out a decision to put a council bin directly in front of his convenience store and post office claiming it will 'kill ' his trade .
Shelley Goel is the owner and postmaster at One Stop and Warstock Post Office in Solihull Lodge , a business he has run for the past 10 years .
He boasts a five star hygiene rating from Solihull Council and has twice been nominated for awards by his peers in the retail industry .
But he claims because the local authority have bolted a bin directly in front of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his trade as well as his customers , will suffer .
The 65-year-old said : `` Where 's the common sense ?
To put a bin right in front of the front door to my shop is unhygienic .
`` It 's a food store .
It 's winter now but in the summer it will attract flies and smell and then there 's fly-tipping .
Why could n't they have moved it just 10 yards to the left ?
It could kill my trade . ''
The married dad of three has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years and is proud of the business he took over 10 years ago .
He says he works long hours and this decision is a real concern .
`` I 've got a five star hygiene rating ' , he told BirmingahmLive , and ' I 've been nominated twice for Retail News top 100 independent retailers .
`` My customers will suffer too as there are three nursing homes nearby and the residents come into the shop , They usually park their wheelchairs in front of the railing but the bin is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about mums with prams , they ca n't put their prams now either and people ca n't tie their dogs there .
Shelley claims he was n't told about the plans but spotted council workmen marking out the spot around two weeks ago .
He called Solihull Council to complain and says he was assured that ' a surveyor would be out ' .
But yesterday ( January 8 ) council workmen turned up to fix the black bin to the ground despite Shelley 's pleas to move it a bit further away @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they said it 's council land and we can put it where we like . ''
A spokesperson for Solihull Council said : `` We have relocated the bin following reports from local residents that it was being knocked over due to its proximity to the road side .
Following survey work it was concluded that the new location is the only appropriate site for the bin in this area , due to an 11v AVA cable being in place under the footpath .
The bin is on council land and does not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our street bins are emptied on a regular basis so should not pose a hygiene risk . ''

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A furious businessman has hit out a decision to put a council bin directly in front of his convenience store and post office claiming it will 'kill' his trade.
Shelley Goel is the owner and postmaster at One Stop and Warstock Post Office in Solihull Lodge, a business he has run for the past 10 years.
He boasts a five star hygiene rating from Solihull Council and has twice been nominated for awards by his peers in the retail industry.
But he claims because the local authority have bolted a bin directly in front of his Prince of Wales Lane shop, his trade as well as his customers ,will suffer.
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The 65-year-old said: "Where's the common sense? To put a bin right in front of the front door to my shop is unhygienic.
"It's a food store. It's winter now but in the summer it will attract flies and smell and then there's fly-tipping. Why couldn't they have moved it just 10 yards to the left? It could kill my trade."
The married dad of three has been a postmaster for more than 35 years and is proud of the business he took over 10 years ago. He says he works long hours and this decision is a real concern.
"I've got a five star hygiene rating', he told BirmingahmLive, and 'I've been nominated twice for Retail News top 100 independent retailers.
"My customers will suffer too as there are three nursing homes nearby and the residents come into the shop, They usually park their wheelchairs in front of the railing but the bin is in the way now. And what about mums with prams, they can't put their prams now either and people can't tie their dogs there.
Shelley claims he wasn't told about the plans but spotted council workmen marking out the spot around two weeks ago.
He called Solihull Council to complain and says he was assured that 'a surveyor would be out'.
But yesterday (January 8) council workmen turned up to fix the black bin to the ground despite Shelley's pleas to move it a bit further away.
"I told the council workmen, 'where's your common sense?'
"I rang the council and they said it's council land and we can put it where we like."
A spokesperson for Solihull Council said: "We have relocated the bin following reports from local residents that it was being knocked over due to its proximity to the road side.
Following survey work it was concluded that the new location is the only appropriate site for the bin in this area, due to an 11v AVA cable being in place under the footpath.
The bin is on council land and does not represent a footpath obstruction. All of our street bins are emptied on a regular basis so should not pose a hygiene risk."


birminghammail--2020-01-11--Hungry McDonald's customer 'finds spider on cheeseburger'

A shocked Birmingham customer claims to have found a dead spider embedded into her partner ’ s cheeseburger bun .
Joanna Kincaid , from Kingstanding , Birmingham , decided to nip to McDonald 's in College Road for a quick bite to eat with her partner , Jason , on Wednesday , January 8 .
The 22-year-old said her partner ordered a number of items – including the burger – from the chain 's drive thru at around 2pm .
But just before taking a bite into his tasty 300-calorie 99p burger , Jason said he was disgusted to discover @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the side of the bun ' .
The mum told BirminghamLive that the pair immediately took the burger back to the store but Joanna said staff told her 'they could not refund them unless they handed over the snack ' .
Ms Kincaid says she has since spoken to Birmingham City Council 's environmental team and said a representative for the authority is coming to collect it .
`` This find has put me off McDonald ’ s for life , '' Ms Kincaid said .
`` The legs were embedded right into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I am absolutely disgusted that a company that is so well known , so big and that caters for children – and adults – did not notice the big dead spider on the side of the bun .
Thankfully , it was me that found the spider and not my son !
`` I will boycott McDonald ’ s in College Road and so will my family as everyone is disgusted.
” The spider ’ s body and legs are clearly visible in one of the close-up pictures – with one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ underneath the surface .
A spokesman for McDonald ’ s apologised for the discovery but stressed that the customer refused to hand over the item to them .
They said : “ We are sorry to hear about this customer ’ s experience .
Food safety is of the utmost importance to us and we place great emphasis on quality control , following rigorous standards to avoid any imperfections .
`` When the matter was brought to the attention of our staff , we apologised and asked the customer to return the item @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , however they were unwilling to do so .
We understand that the customer is currently in contact with our Customer Services team to help find a resolution . ''

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A shocked Birmingham customer claims to have found a dead spider embedded into her partner’s cheeseburger bun.
A mum, from Kingstanding, Birmingham, decided to nip to McDonald's in College Road for a quick bite to eat with her partner on Wednesday, January 8.
The 22-year-old, who did not want to be named, said her partner ordered a number of items – including the burger – from the chain's drive thru at around 2pm.
But just before taking a bite into his tasty 300-calorie 99p burger, her partner said he was disgusted to discover a 'small, brown critter embedded into the side of the bun'.
The mum told BirminghamLive that the pair immediately took the burger back to the store but she said staff told her 'they could not refund them unless they handed over the snack'.
The mum says she has since spoken to Birmingham City Council's environmental team and said a representative for the authority is coming to collect it.
"This find has put me off McDonald’s for life," she said. "The legs were embedded right into the bun – it was so gross.
(Image: Joanna Kincaid)
"I am absolutely disgusted that a company that is so well known, so big and that caters for children – and adults – did not notice the big dead spider on the side of the bun. Thankfully, it was me that found the spider and not my son!
"I will boycott McDonald’s in College Road and so will my family as everyone is disgusted.”
The spider’s body and legs are clearly visible in one of the close-up pictures – with one of the legs appearing to be embedded underneath the surface.
A spokesman for McDonald’s apologised for the discovery but stressed that the customer refused to hand over the item to them.
They said: “We are sorry to hear about this customer’s experience. Food safety is of the utmost importance to us and we place great emphasis on quality control, following rigorous standards to avoid any imperfections.
"When the matter was brought to the attention of our staff, we apologised and asked the customer to return the item so we could further investigate the matter, however they were unwilling to do so. We understand that the customer is currently in contact with our Customer Services team to help find a resolution."


birminghammail--2020-01-11--The high profile Birmingham restaurants we lost in 2019

Birmingham has one of the most fabulous food scenes in the UK but over the past 12 months we 've had some shocking restaurant losses .
These include long-standing eateries as well as fine dining establishments that had barely been open a year .
Here we take a look at what the city has lost .
The most recent closure and perhaps the most shocking .
This beautiful restaurant opened in December 2018 and was the second eatery from Brummie star chef Aktar Islam .
Initially the Legna website stated it would be closed for the month of January - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kitchen star Aktar announced this week it will not be reopening .
Read more here .
The Wilderness chef owner Alex Claridges ’ s much anticipated 80s themed bar and restaurant Nocturnal Animals closed in August 2019 .
The highly stylised venue had been open less than a year .
It aimed to offer `` a culinary journey with ingenious drinks , bold flavours and an Afternoon Tea unlike any before '' .
In March 2019 , Alex re-branded the basement restaurant as he said the initial eatery was “ too confusing ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ TripAdvisor before the closure were mixed .
Tsoanes in June 2019 said : “ Very poor value for money ... is also supposed to be an 80s themed bar , but we were put in the basement and there was nothing 80s about it.
” Balti restaurant Al Frash on Ladypool Road - one of the few authentic balti restaurants left in the city - announced its closure on Twitter in November 2019 .
It was much lauded by local and national critics - including Tom Parker Bowles , the food critic for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said he “ had fallen under the restaurant ’ s spell ” and remembered every dish with a “ love verging on the obsessive . ''
Judging by reviews left on TripAdvisor , the eatery had become a shadow of its former self .
One of the last TripAdvisor reviews , published in October said : TripAdvisor user Andy63 said : `` What 's happened to the Al Frash ?
This used to be such a great place but today was not good .
`` Very average mains that took 80 minutes to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ arrived , the most uninspiring balti I 've ever had.. do n't think we 'll back here anytime soon .
A real pity . ''
This long standing Victoria themed restaurant and tearooms abruptly closed in November - months after being fined £4,000 for food safety and hygiene offences .
Aum Gurudev Ltd , the company behind the restaurant , were fined and pleaded guilty at Birmingham Crown Court in January 2019 .
In its heyday , The Victorian was much loved for its beautiful and characterful interior as well as good service @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first ping pong bar and nightclub , abruptly closed in September .
The basement venue promised 'great food , drinks and music ' - as well as lots of ping pong .
According to notices posted outside the Temple Row bar by the debt collection , the premises had 'been seized on the authority of the landlord ' .
Previously used as a gym in the late 90s , Serve was one of the city 's latest alternative entertainment venues - joining the likes of Ghetto Golf in Digbeth and Lane7 bowling at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Oliver 's restaurant empire last year led to the immediate closure of Jamie 's Italian restaurant in Birmingham .
The company made up of Jamie 's Italian , Barbecoa and Fifteen outlets - went into administration in May 2019 .
In November the site was temporarily turned into Once Upon a Time in Birmingham -a Christmas wonderland with 90,000 fairy lights .
After more than 10 years of trading , pizza and pasta chain restaurant Zizzi closed its popular Harborne site on Sunday , September 29 .
Zizzi ’ s closure came as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Facebook , Azra Johanna Alvi said : “ This is dreadful news , we ’ ve eaten here many times .
The food and staff have always been great.
” The restaurant will be replaced by Thai restaurant Giggling Squid - opening this year .
Not as high profile as others on the list but firm proof - if ever there was needed - that bratwursts really are just for Christmas .
The German sausage and schnitzel restaurant at Grand Central closed in November 2019 .
It was no surprise if our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In our May 2019 review , we said : “ Sometimes restaurant reviewing can be utterly depressing and this was one of those times .
`` After a couple of bites of schnitzel , fries and 'special sauce , ' I was full of self loathing for putting myself through this experience ...
I have n't been to every restaurant in Brum , but this is going straight into my list of the wurst places to eat .
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Birmingham has one of the most fabulous food scenes in the UK but over the past 12 months we've had some shocking restaurant losses.
These include long-standing eateries as well as fine dining establishments that had barely been open a year.
Here we take a look at what the city has lost.
Legna
The most recent closure and perhaps the most shocking. This beautiful restaurant opened in December 2018 and was the second eatery from Brummie star chef Aktar Islam.
Initially the Legna website stated it would be closed for the month of January - after the Christmas period.
But Saturday Kitchen star Aktar announced this week it will not be reopening. Read more here.
Islington Gates, 8 Fleet St, Summer Row, B3 1JH
Nocturnal Animals
The Wilderness chef owner Alex Claridges’s much anticipated 80s themed bar and restaurant Nocturnal Animals closed in August 2019. The highly stylised venue had been open less than a year.
It aimed to offer "a culinary journey with ingenious drinks, bold flavours and an Afternoon Tea unlike any before".
In March 2019, Alex re-branded the basement restaurant as he said the initial eatery was “too confusing” for customers.
The last reviews on TripAdvisor before the closure were mixed. Tsoanes in June 2019 said: “Very poor value for money... is also supposed to be an 80s themed bar, but we were put in the basement and there was nothing 80s about it.”
20 Bennetts Hill, B2 5QJ
Al Frash
Balti restaurant Al Frash on Ladypool Road - one of the few authentic balti restaurants left in the city - announced its closure on Twitter in November 2019.
It was much lauded by local and national critics - including Tom Parker Bowles, the food critic for The Daily Mail in 2015.
He said he “had fallen under the restaurant’s spell” and remembered every dish with a “love verging on the obsessive."
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Judging by reviews left on TripAdvisor, the eatery had become a shadow of its former self.
One of the last TripAdvisor reviews, published in October said: TripAdvisor user Andy63 said: "What's happened to the Al Frash? This used to be such a great place but today was not good.
"Very average mains that took 80 minutes to arrive! Part of the order never arrived, the most uninspiring balti I've ever had.. don't think we'll back here anytime soon. A real pity."
186 Ladypool Road, B12 8JS
The Victorian restaurant
This long standing Victoria themed restaurant and tearooms abruptly closed in November - months after being fined £4,000 for food safety and hygiene offences.
Aum Gurudev Ltd, the company behind the restaurant, were fined and pleaded guilty at Birmingham Crown Court in January 2019. In its heyday, The Victorian was much loved for its beautiful and characterful interior as well as good service and food.
16 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU
Serve
Serve, Birmingham's first ping pong bar and nightclub, abruptly closed in September.
The basement venue promised 'great food, drinks and music' - as well as lots of ping pong.
According to notices posted outside the Temple Row bar by the debt collection, the premises had 'been seized on the authority of the landlord'.
Previously used as a gym in the late 90s, Serve was one of the city's latest alternative entertainment venues - joining the likes of Ghetto Golf in Digbeth and Lane7 bowling at The Cube.
55 Temple Row, B2 5LS
Jamie's Italian
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The collapse of Jamie Oliver's restaurant empire last year led to the immediate closure of Jamie's Italian restaurant in Birmingham.
The company made up of Jamie's Italian, Barbecoa and Fifteen outlets - went into administration in May 2019.
In November the site was temporarily turned into Once Upon a Time in Birmingham -a Christmas wonderland with 90,000 fairy lights.
The building currently remains empty.
Bullring
Zizzi
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After more than 10 years of trading, pizza and pasta chain restaurant Zizzi closed its popular Harborne site on Sunday, September 29.
Zizzi’s closure came as a shock to Harborne residents.
Posting on Facebook, Azra Johanna Alvi said: “This is dreadful news, we’ve eaten here many times. The food and staff have always been great.”
The restaurant will be replaced by Thai restaurant Giggling Squid - opening this year.
183 High Street, B17 9QE
Herman ze German
Not as high profile as others on the list but firm proof - if ever there was needed - that bratwursts really are just for Christmas.
The German sausage and schnitzel restaurant at Grand Central closed in November 2019.
It was no surprise if our last visit was anything to go by.
In our May 2019 review, we said: “ Sometimes restaurant reviewing can be utterly depressing and this was one of those times.
"After a couple of bites of schnitzel, fries and 'special sauce,' I was full of self loathing for putting myself through this experience...I haven't been to every restaurant in Brum, but this is going straight into my list of the wurst places to eat.”
Read the full review here.
Grand Central


birminghammail--2020-01-11--Blackpool Pleasure Beach has 1,000 seasonal jobs for summer - here's how to apply

More than 1,000 seasonal jobs are on offer at one of the UK 's most spectacular tourist attractions .
Blackpool Pleasure Beach is recruiting for the workers for the 2020 season and an annual Recruitment Day is taking place on Saturday , January 25 .
Staff are required fill a range of positions including ride operators , catering assistants , park rangers , scanners assistants , retail assistants , ticket sales advisors , patrol officers and food and beverage operatives .
A team of managers will be on hand on the recruitment day to meet and advise on employment opportunities @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and 2.30pm and applicants should take a CV to the Casino Building at Blackpool Pleasure Beach .
Vacancies are available in all departments at the much-visited theme park .
The diversity of Blackpool Pleasure Beach 's business ensures a broad range of positions will be available to suit all different kinds of people .
The amusement park welcomes applications from students and mature applicants .
Blackpool Pleasure Beach says many people who have been recruited this way have gone on to work in management positions within the company .
Amanda Thompson OBE , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` Blackpool Pleasure Beach 's recruitment days have been extremely successful over the years , and we expect 2020 to once again bring a fantastic team of people together to help run the UK 's favourite amusement park . ''
Blackpool Pleasure Beach opens for weekends on Saturday February 15 and is then open every weekend until Sunday March 29 .
After this , it will then open daily from Wednesday April 1 until Sunday November 1 .
For more information , visit the website or call 01253 336323 .

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More than 1,000 seasonal jobs are on offer at one of the UK's most spectacular tourist attractions.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach is recruiting for the workers for the 2020 season and an annual Recruitment Day is taking place on Saturday, January 25.
Staff are required fill a range of positions including ride operators, catering assistants, park rangers, scanners assistants, retail assistants, ticket sales advisors, patrol officers and food and beverage operatives.
A team of managers will be on hand on the recruitment day to meet and advise on employment opportunities.
Interviews are taking place between 9.30am and 2.30pm and applicants should take a CV to the Casino Building at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
Vacancies are available in all departments at the much-visited theme park.
The diversity of Blackpool Pleasure Beach's business ensures a broad range of positions will be available to suit all different kinds of people. The amusement park welcomes applications from students and mature applicants.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach says many people who have been recruited this way have gone on to work in management positions within the company.
Amanda Thompson OBE, managing director of Blackpool Pleasure Beach, said: "Blackpool Pleasure Beach's recruitment days have been extremely successful over the years, and we expect 2020 to once again bring a fantastic team of people together to help run the UK's favourite amusement park."
Blackpool Pleasure Beach opens for weekends on Saturday February 15 and is then open every weekend until Sunday March 29.
After this, it will then open daily from Wednesday April 1 until Sunday November 1.
For more information, visit the website or call 01253 336323.


birminghammail--2020-01-11--‘Dirtiest bunch’ - Charlton fans go on the attack after 2-2 draw with West Brom

An own goal by goalkeeper Sam Johnstone denied West Brom victory at Charlton , but Slaven Bilic 's side still returned to the top of the Championship following a 2-2 draw at the Valley .
The Baggies twice took the lead , first through Kenneth Zohore and then Hal Robson-Kanu after Josh Davison had levelled .
But they failed to claim a first win in five league games when Charlton equalised again when the ball deflected into the net off Johnstone .
The draw meant Charlton avoided defeat in their first home league game since the takeover of the club @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chipper mood after the game .
But they still had some harsh words for the Baggies and their fans , who were accused of keeping the ball on more than one occasion when it went out of play .
This is what they have been saying on social media… Jake : Lovely point against the dirtiest bunch of fans and players in the league .
Huge performance from Davison .
We go again .
Petr Dufek : Shocking refereeing again .
Minimum of two red cards easily .
And can we please donate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clearly can ’ t afford one .
James Stevens : WBA fans kept the ball twice .
We scored from both situations .
Jason Hennessy : West Brom undoubtedly have quality but they were so fortunate to keep 11 on the pitch .
Some of their fouls were shocking .
We battled so well and deserved the draw .
Pat Bordch : I am sure West Brom will be promoted at the end of the season .
Their back 3/4 was huge , but very good .
I think they and their fans @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over us , which they literally did by walking , pushing etc , but we did n't give up Darren Chalklin : WBA are a good team yet they still can ’ t take three points off us .
Fleur McNally : Well fought boys .
You never gave up .
They were playing 'rugby ' when they could .
The ref should 've sent off one of their players .
Louise Gorringe : A well-earned point from what was a dirty game from the West Brom side .
James Blackburn : West @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ref must have left his red card at home .
How they had 11 on the pitch at the end is beyond me .
Darren Lunney : A draw and six yellow cards to West Brom .
Said it all really about dirty play from players and supporters .
Couple of reds should have been given today .
JK : Brilliant effort today and good point , but shame the officials were extremely poor .
Ash : Fantastic point against a team well up there and looking at automatic promotion .
Tim Jackson @ @ @ @ @ @ @ last time I came out of the Valley feeling so proud to be Charlton .
The play-offs were pure joy , but today 's performance and the crowd response was just amazing .
We have our club back .

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An own goal by goalkeeper Sam Johnstone denied West Brom victory at Charlton, but Slaven Bilic's side still returned to the top of the Championship following a 2-2 draw at the Valley.
The Baggies twice took the lead, first through Kenneth Zohore and then Hal Robson-Kanu after Josh Davison had levelled.
But they failed to claim a first win in five league games when Charlton equalised again when the ball deflected into the net off Johnstone.
The draw meant Charlton avoided defeat in their first home league game since the takeover of the club, so their fans were in a chipper mood after the game.
But they still had some harsh words for the Baggies and their fans, who were accused of keeping the ball on more than one occasion when it went out of play.
This is what they have been saying on social media…
Jake: Lovely point against the dirtiest bunch of fans and players in the league. Huge performance from Davison. We go again.
Petr Dufek: Shocking refereeing again. Minimum of two red cards easily. And can we please donate some balls to WBA fans. They clearly can’t afford one.
James Stevens: WBA fans kept the ball twice. We scored from both situations.
Jason Hennessy: West Brom undoubtedly have quality but they were so fortunate to keep 11 on the pitch. Some of their fouls were shocking. We battled so well and deserved the draw.
Pat Bordch: I am sure West Brom will be promoted at the end of the season. Their back 3/4 was huge, but very good. I think they and their fans thought they were going to walk all over us, which they literally did by walking, pushing etc, but we didn't give up
Darren Chalklin: WBA are a good team yet they still can’t take three points off us.
Fleur McNally: Well fought boys. You never gave up. They were playing 'rugby' when they could. The ref should've sent off one of their players.
Louise Gorringe: A well-earned point from what was a dirty game from the West Brom side.
James Blackburn: West Brom were physical and I think the ref must have left his red card at home. How they had 11 on the pitch at the end is beyond me.
Darren Lunney: A draw and six yellow cards to West Brom. Said it all really about dirty play from players and supporters. Couple of reds should have been given today.
JK: Brilliant effort today and good point, but shame the officials were extremely poor.
Ash: Fantastic point against a team well up there and looking at automatic promotion.
Tim Jackson: I honestly don't remember the last time I came out of the Valley feeling so proud to be Charlton. The play-offs were pure joy, but today's performance and the crowd response was just amazing. We have our club back.


birminghammail--2020-01-11--Aston Villa transfer news live - Manchester City enter Jack Grealish race, Kadewere, Reina & Benteke

Aston Villa transfer news live - Manchester City enter Jack Grealish race, Kadewere, Reina & Benteke latest

Hello and welcome to Saturday 's LIVE Aston Villa coverage from BirminghamLive .
Villa completed their first signing of the @ @ @ @ @ international Danny Drinkwater joining in a loan deal from Chelsea until the end of the @ @ @ @ @ men will now be looking for a replacement for striker Wesley Moraes , who is @ @ @ @ @ and bolstering the squad ahead of the second half of their Premier League campaign .
@ @ @ @ @ latest news , rumours and links on any transfer news on incomings and outgoings at @ @ @ @ @ look ahead to Sunday as Villa play hosts to Man City .
So stick with @ @ @ @ @ all the latest news LIVE from Villa Park as we get it .
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Hello and welcome to Sunday's LIVE Aston Villa coverage from BirminghamLive.
Villa completed their first signing of the transfer window with former England international Danny Drinkwater joining in a loan deal from Chelsea until the end of the season.
Dean Smith's men will now be looking for a replacement for striker Wesley Moraes, who is out for the season, and bolstering the squad ahead of the second half of their Premier League campaign.
We will have all the latest news, rumours and links on any transfer news on incomings and outgoings at Villa Park.
On the pitch, Villa were hammered 6-1 by Manchester City.
So stick with us as we bring you all the latest news LIVE from B6 as we get it.
Follow all the action below...


birminghammail--2020-01-11--Manchester City join Man United in transfer battle for Aston Villa star - report

Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish has been linked with a stunning move to Manchester City .
According to the Metro @ @ @ @ @ on the 24-year-old Villa talisman as he begins rebuilding his side following a poor campaign @ @ @ @ @ lagging in third behind Liverpool and Leicester City , the former 17 points ahead of @ @ @ @ @ the defending champions could move above the latter with a win at Villa Park tomorrow @ @ @ @ @ linked with a move to Manchester United but now their cross-city rivals are muscling in @ @ @ @ @ could be one of five signings for the club , the report adds , with @ @ @ @ @ The former Notts County loanee is at the centre of his boyhood side 's battle @ @ @ @ @ to the Championship this season .
He has scored eight goals in all competitions this @ @ @ @ @ assists .
His sixth League strike came last time out at New Year 's Day @ @ @ @ @ at Burnley .

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Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish has been linked with a stunning move to Manchester City.
According to the Metro , Pep Guardiola is keen on the 24-year-old Villa talisman as he begins rebuilding his side following a poor campaign thus far.
City are lagging in third behind Liverpool and Leicester City, the former 17 points ahead of the Etihad Stadium side while the defending champions could move above the latter with a win at Villa Park tomorrow.
Grealish has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United but now their cross-city rivals are muscling in on the action.
He could be one of five signings for the club, the report adds, with Grealish a serious target.
The former Notts County loanee is at the centre of his boyhood side's battle to avoid an immediate relegation to the Championship this season.
He has scored eight goals in all competitions this season and has contributed six assists.
His sixth League strike came last time out at New Year's Day in a crucial 2-1 win at Burnley.


birminghammail--2020-01-11--‘Good team’ - Newcastle fans deliver their verdict on draw at Wolves

Newcastle United defied more injuries and their hosts to draw 1-1 at Wolves .
After claiming an early goal through Miguel Almiron , they then lost two players and their lead , but still managed to frustrate Wanderers .
Despite Wolves now having won just two of their last seven outings , Newcastle fans were still delighted to head for home with a point .
This is what they have been saying on social media ... Alex Maxwell : Would 've taken a point before the game .
Wolves are a good team and they sure tested us and once @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Great point now let 's add to it .
Sëan Williams : Good away point that is !
Would have taken that before kick off .
Lee : Happy with that fully expected to lose .
Charlie : Good point under circumstances .
Dubravka out of this world .
Shevas : I would 've gladly taken that at the start , and I 'll gladly take that now .
Big , big point lads .
Well done .
Deyan Adamov : 1 .
Good point .
2 .
Hideous game .
3 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Dubravka need a massive pay rise .
WonjoMelvey : I ’ ll take that .
Dúbravka unreal today .
We don ’ t deserve him .
Dell : Well better than we all expected and stops losing run .
Still please buy a striker this window and also sack the physios .

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Newcastle United defied more injuries and their hosts to draw 1-1 at Wolves .
After claiming an early goal through Miguel Almiron, they then lost two players and their lead, but still managed to frustrate Wanderers.
Despite Wolves now having won just two of their last seven outings, Newcastle fans were still delighted to head for home with a point.
This is what they have been saying on social media...
Alex Maxwell: Would've taken a point before the game. Wolves are a good team and they sure tested us and once again Dubravka has been the star. Great point now let's add to it.
Sëan Williams: Good away point that is! Would have taken that before kick off.
Lee: Happy with that fully expected to lose.
Charlie: Good point under circumstances. Dubravka out of this world.
Shevas: I would've gladly taken that at the start, and I'll gladly take that now. Big, big point lads. Well done.
Deyan Adamov: 1. Good point. 2. Hideous game. 3. The only positives are Almiron and Dubravka. Dubravka need a massive pay rise.
WonjoMelvey: I’ll take that. Dúbravka unreal today. We don’t deserve him.
Dell: Well better than we all expected and stops losing run. Still please buy a striker this window and also sack the physios.
Elliot: Very good point.
Owen Hardy: Beautiful point.
Dyka Watson: Good point.


birminghammail--2020-01-11--'Why not?' - Pundit gives Aston Villa this January transfer advice

Footballer-turned-pundit Danny Mills has offered his verdict on Aston Villa 's move for goalkeeper Pepe Reina .
Mills , ex-Manchester City and Leeds United , reckons Dean Smith 's side are doing the right thing by signing up the former Liverpool and Napoli stopper .
With Tom Heaton out for the rest of the season having suffered a serious knee injury in the New Year 's Day win at Burnley , Reina is being brought in to replace the 33-year-old .
According to reports in Italy , Reina is arriving from AC Milan on a six-month loan deal with Villa @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the summer .
It is said the 37-year-old is making the move because of the promise of first-team football .
And Mills reckons it 's a no-brainer for Villa to sign him up .
`` The fact you ’ ve got the Euros coming up as well , it ’ s a really sad time to get an injury .
“ Pepe Reina comes in , he ’ s got so much experience and sometimes you just need a steady Eddie to go in that position and settle everything down a bit .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ then why not ?
“ We ’ ve seen Nigel Martyn do it at Everton at 35 , 36 and being outstanding .
`` If he ’ s available then without a doubt I ’ m sure he ’ s got a lot of ability and a lot to give .
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Footballer-turned-pundit Danny Mills has offered his verdict on Aston Villa's move for goalkeeper Pepe Reina.
Mills, ex-Manchester City and Leeds United, reckons Dean Smith 's side are doing the right thing by signing up the former Liverpool and Napoli stopper.
With Tom Heaton out for the rest of the season having suffered a serious knee injury in the New Year's Day win at Burnley, Reina is being brought in to replace the 33-year-old.
According to reports in Italy, Reina is arriving from AC Milan on a six-month loan deal with Villa set to make the move permanent in the summer.
It is said the 37-year-old is making the move because of the promise of first-team football .
And Mills reckons it's a no-brainer for Villa to sign him up.
“It’s a devastating blow for Tom Heaton," Mills told Football Insider .
"The fact you’ve got the Euros coming up as well, it’s a really sad time to get an injury.
"He’s a fabulous keeper and a great lad.
“Pepe Reina comes in, he’s got so much experience and sometimes you just need a steady Eddie to go in that position and settle everything down a bit.
"If Pepe Reina’s available then why not?
“We’ve seen Nigel Martyn do it at Everton at 35, 36 and being outstanding.
"If he’s available then without a doubt I’m sure he’s got a lot of ability and a lot to give.”