birminghammail--2020-09-22--Scouting report: How Matty Cash performed on his Villa debut

This was a good day for Aston Villa debutants .
Emiliano Martinez got the plaudits for his penalty save , and much of the focus was on new striker Ollie Watkins , but Matty Cash was quietly impressive against Sheffield United , too .
The young right-back , signed from Nottingham Forest in the summer , slotted almost seamlessly into what looked like a more confident back four .
It seems clear already why Dean Smith wanted to bring Cash to the club .
He is an attack-minded full-back , capable of gut-busting runs forward to support his more advanced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at Villa Park on Monday , particularly after the visitors were reduced to ten men early on .
That required the hosts to set the tempo and push players on , so Cash was often in Sheffield United ’ s half .
He will have bigger tests defensively , but at the other end of the pitch the 23-year-old looked promising .
His crossing is excellent and it won ’ t be surprising to see him rack up plenty of assists this season .
There may have been an element of nervousness to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ League debut , but this was an assured start for Cash .
In truth , though , it was probably the perfect game to play in for anyone hoping to be eased into life in the top flight .
John Egan ’ s red card meant Villa were on top for long periods , and Sheffield United never really threatened - other than their first-half penalty - to breach Martienz ’ s goal .
Fans will be wary of putting players on a pedestal this early in the season , of course , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ idea to read too much into things at this stage .
But Smith will be pleased with Cash ’ s display , particularly with the fact that he contributed to a clean sheet , something that happened all too rarely last season .
Cash has played as a winger and in midfield in the past , and that was obvious in the way he played against Sheffield United .
His attacking instincts and technical proficiency should make him a real asset in the final third .
The only question mark will be over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ opposition were severely inhibited by the red card and didn ’ t threaten nearly as much as most teams will this season .
“ Tactically he 's capable of adapting very quickly , ” Smith said of Cash after his move was confirmed .
“ It shows me he 's got the tenacity and the want to change and learn .
He 's gone from a wide right player to dropping back to develop his defensive skills pretty well .
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“ Having had a few sessions with him already he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he 's very happy to be here but the will to want to improve is the major thing all us coaches have been , 'Wow'.
” A solid debut will help Cash , then , but he doesn ’ t seem the type to rest on his laurels .
He will want to get better and better , starting with next weekend ’ s trip to Fulham .

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This was a good day for Aston Villa debutants. Emiliano Martinez got the plaudits for his penalty save, and much of the focus was on new striker Ollie Watkins, but Matty Cash was quietly impressive against Sheffield United, too.
The young right-back, signed from Nottingham Forest in the summer, slotted almost seamlessly into what looked like a more confident back four.
It seems clear already why Dean Smith wanted to bring Cash to the club. He is an attack-minded full-back, capable of gut-busting runs forward to support his more advanced teammates.
There were plenty of those at Villa Park on Monday, particularly after the visitors were reduced to ten men early on. That required the hosts to set the tempo and push players on, so Cash was often in Sheffield United’s half.
He will have bigger tests defensively, but at the other end of the pitch the 23-year-old looked promising. His crossing is excellent and it won’t be surprising to see him rack up plenty of assists this season.
There may have been an element of nervousness to his game, understandable on his Premier League debut, but this was an assured start for Cash.
In truth, though, it was probably the perfect game to play in for anyone hoping to be eased into life in the top flight. John Egan’s red card meant Villa were on top for long periods, and Sheffield United never really threatened - other than their first-half penalty - to breach Martienz’s goal.
Fans will be wary of putting players on a pedestal this early in the season, of course, and it’s rarely a good idea to read too much into things at this stage.
But Smith will be pleased with Cash’s display, particularly with the fact that he contributed to a clean sheet, something that happened all too rarely last season.
Cash has played as a winger and in midfield in the past, and that was obvious in the way he played against Sheffield United.
His attacking instincts and technical proficiency should make him a real asset in the final third.
The only question mark will be over his defending, because Sunday’s opposition were severely inhibited by the red card and didn’t threaten nearly as much as most teams will this season.
“Tactically he's capable of adapting very quickly,” Smith said of Cash after his move was confirmed . “It shows me he's got the tenacity and the want to change and learn. He's gone from a wide right player to dropping back to develop his defensive skills pretty well.
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“He wants to improve again, we want players at the club who want to get better and we'll give him that environment.
“Having had a few sessions with him already he's got a really bubbly personality and he's very happy to be here but the will to want to improve is the major thing all us coaches have been, 'Wow'.”
A solid debut will help Cash, then, but he doesn’t seem the type to rest on his laurels. He will want to get better and better, starting with next weekend’s trip to Fulham.


birminghammail--2020-09-22--Plane of the future could be flying holidaymakers abroad in just 15 years time

This is an image of a space-age jet which holidaymakers could be boarding to take their annual flight to the sunshine in 15 years time .
European planemaker Airbus has revealed three concepts for the world ’ s first zero-emission commercial aircraft which could enter service by 2035 .
The concepts rely on hydrogen as a primary power source - an option which Airbus believes holds exceptional promise as a clean aviation fuel and is likely to meet their climate-neutral targets .
“ This is a historic moment for the commercial aviation sector as a whole and we intend to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ important transition this industry has ever seen .
`` The concepts we unveil today offer the world a glimpse of our ambition to drive a bold vision for the future of zero-emission flight , ” said Guillaume Faury , Airbus boss .
“ I strongly believe that the use of hydrogen - both in synthetic fuels and as a primary power source for commercial aircraft - has the potential to significantly reduce aviation 's climate impact.
” The three concepts - all codenamed “ ZEROe ” - for a first climate neutral zero-emission @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 120-200 passengers ) with a range of 2,000 plus miles , powered by a modified gas-turbine engine running on hydrogen , rather than jet fuel .
The liquid hydrogen will be stored and distributed via tanks located behind the rear pressure bulkhead .
A turboprop design ( up to 100 passengers ) , which would be capable of traveling more than 1,000 miles , making it a perfect option for short-haul trips .
A “ blended-wing body ” design ( up to 200 passengers ) concept in which the wings merge with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The exceptionally wide fuselage opens up multiple options for hydrogen storage and distribution , and for cabin layout .
“ These concepts will help us explore and mature the design and layout of the world ’ s first climate-neutral , zero-emission commercial aircraft , which we aim to put into service by 2035 , ” added Mr Faury .
He continued : “ The transition to hydrogen , as the primary power source for these concept planes , will require decisive action from the entire aviation ecosystem .
`` Together with the support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rise up to this challenge to scale-up renewable energy and hydrogen for the sustainable future of the aviation industry.
” The new designs could encourage the use of sustainable fuels and the renewal of aircraft fleets to allow airlines to retire older , less environmentally friendly aircraft earlier

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This is an image of a space-age jet which holidaymakers could be boarding to take their annual flight to the sunshine in 15 years time.
European planemaker Airbus has revealed three concepts for the world’s first zero-emission commercial aircraft which could enter service by 2035.
The concepts rely on hydrogen as a primary power source - an option which Airbus believes holds exceptional promise as a clean aviation fuel and is likely to meet their climate-neutral targets.
“This is a historic moment for the commercial aviation sector as a whole and we intend to play a leading role in the most important transition this industry has ever seen.
"The concepts we unveil today offer the world a glimpse of our ambition to drive a bold vision for the future of zero-emission flight,” said Guillaume Faury, Airbus boss.
“I strongly believe that the use of hydrogen - both in synthetic fuels and as a primary power source for commercial aircraft - has the potential to significantly reduce aviation's climate impact.”
The three concepts - all codenamed “ZEROe” - for a first climate neutral zero-emission commercial aircraft include:
A turbofan design (120-200 passengers) with a range of 2,000 plus miles, powered by a modified gas-turbine engine running on hydrogen, rather than jet fuel. The liquid hydrogen will be stored and distributed via tanks located behind the rear pressure bulkhead.
A turboprop design (up to 100 passengers), which would be capable of traveling more than 1,000 miles, making it a perfect option for short-haul trips.
A “blended-wing body” design (up to 200 passengers) concept in which the wings merge with the main body of the aircraft. The exceptionally wide fuselage opens up multiple options for hydrogen storage and distribution, and for cabin layout.
“These concepts will help us explore and mature the design and layout of the world’s first climate-neutral, zero-emission commercial aircraft, which we aim to put into service by 2035,” added Mr Faury.
He continued: “The transition to hydrogen, as the primary power source for these concept planes, will require decisive action from the entire aviation ecosystem.
"Together with the support from government and industrial partners we can rise up to this challenge to scale-up renewable energy and hydrogen for the sustainable future of the aviation industry.”
The new designs could encourage the use of sustainable fuels and the renewal of aircraft fleets to allow airlines to retire older, less environmentally friendly aircraft earlier


birminghammail--2020-09-22--Hundreds of cars pack Kenilworth field for drive-in outdoor church service

Hundreds of worshippers took to their cars to take part in one of the UK ’ s largest drive-in church services – held in a Halloween pumpkin field .
Church-goers got around coronavirus restrictions by parking two metres apart from other parishoners while watching the sermon on a big screen .
Pictures show more than 350 people attended the outdoor service held on a field outside Kenilworth , Warks.
, on Sunday ( 20/9 ) .
The five-acre field is normally used as a huge pumpkin field for Halloween and is currently being used as a drive-in cinema .
Reverend @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s Church in Leamington Spa , said : `` The event was organised as we ’ ve been unable to gather as a wider church family since lockdown began .
`` As a larger church in the area , we can only fit around 15-20 per cent of our church family in the building at any one time and so needed to be creative .
“ Kenilworth Drive-In Cinema were really generous in letting us use their space and equipment and we managed to hold the event with over 350 in attendance , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had worship , prayer , stories about what God has been doing in our lives over the last few months and teaching from the bible .
`` We also had a lot of fun , with a short bible quiz and a treasure hunt inside our cars .
`` The church building may have been closed , but the church has very much been open throughout lockdown - we ’ ve continued to serve our community , to pray , and of course continued to meet - but online .
`` That said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take the place of worshipping together - and we were so blessed by the weather , and those who helped make it happen . ''
The field is also the venue of the Kenilworth Gypsy Horse Fair which attracts thousands of travellers from across the globe .

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Hundreds of worshippers took to their cars to take part in one of the UK’s largest drive-in church services – held in a Halloween pumpkin field.
Church-goers got around coronavirus restrictions by parking two metres apart from other parishoners while watching the sermon on a big screen.
Pictures show more than 350 people attended the outdoor service held on a field outside Kenilworth, Warks., on Sunday (20/9).
The five-acre field is normally used as a huge pumpkin field for Halloween and is currently being used as a drive-in cinema.
Reverend Jonathan Jee, of St Paul’s Church in Leamington Spa, said: "The event was organised as we’ve been unable to gather as a wider church family since lockdown began.
"As a larger church in the area, we can only fit around 15-20 per cent of our church family in the building at any one time and so needed to be creative.
(Image: St Paul’s Church / SWNS)
“Kenilworth Drive-In Cinema were really generous in letting us use their space and equipment and we managed to hold the event with over 350 in attendance, in around 140 cars.
"We had worship, prayer, stories about what God has been doing in our lives over the last few months and teaching from the bible.
(Image: St Paul’s Church / SWNS)
"We also had a lot of fun, with a short bible quiz and a treasure hunt inside our cars.
"The church building may have been closed, but the church has very much been open throughout lockdown - we’ve continued to serve our community, to pray, and of course continued to meet - but online.
(Image: St Paul’s Church / SWNS)
"That said, meeting online is never going to take the place of worshipping together - and we were so blessed by the weather, and those who helped make it happen."
The field is also the venue of the Kenilworth Gypsy Horse Fair which attracts thousands of travellers from across the globe.


birminghammail--2020-09-22--Mrs Hinch fan left revolted over grim cause of black dots around home

A woman has been left extremely freaked out after discovering the cause of the small black dots around her home .
Mrs Hinch is a cleaning guru renowned for her cleaning tricks , tips and hacks , with a loyal legion of fans creating social media groups to share her teachings .
One of the subscribers to one Facebook group has taken to the social networking platform to ask fellow cleaning aficionados about the tiny black marks springing up around her house .
And she was left revolted after unearthing the real reason behind them - and it 's quite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hinch ’ s Cleaning Tips Facebook group for help in identifying the cause of small black dots .
She said the dots were springing up everywhere , and that she noticed they were appearing on the skirting boards and computer in her home .
`` Does anyone have any idea what these marks could be ? ''
she asked .
`` They started appearing on the tiles in the kitchen in random little patches , then this morning this was on the top of the PC we have in the kitchen . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ It washes off with no effort . ''
Another replied : `` Defo spider poo - got on door due to light outside . ''
`` Look closely on skirting boards or walls of your house to see if there is anything unusual resembling a paint splatter , '' another replied .
`` If you find any , you are looking at the spider poop . ''

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A woman has been left extremely freaked out after discovering the cause of the small black dots around her home.
Mrs Hinch is a cleaning guru renowned for her cleaning tricks, tips and hacks, with a loyal legion of fans creating social media groups to share her teachings.
One of the subscribers to one Facebook group has taken to the social networking platform to ask fellow cleaning aficionados about the tiny black marks springing up around her house.
And she was left revolted after unearthing the real reason behind them - and it's quite grim.
A woman asked the Mrs Hinch’s Cleaning Tips Facebook group for help in identifying the cause of small black dots.
She said the dots were springing up everywhere, and that she noticed they were appearing on the skirting boards and computer in her home.
"Does anyone have any idea what these marks could be?" she asked.
"They started appearing on the tiles in the kitchen in random little patches, then this morning this was on the top of the PC we have in the kitchen."
One responded: "Spider poo. It washes off with no effort."
Another replied: "Defo spider poo - got on door due to light outside."
"Look closely on skirting boards or walls of your house to see if there is anything unusual resembling a paint splatter," another replied.
"If you find any, you are looking at the spider poop."


birminghammail--2020-09-22--Aston Villa fans go nuts as fresh Ismaila Sarr transfer rumour emerges

Aston Villa fans have been reacting to reports claiming their side are keen on a move for Ismaila Sarr .
The Watford winger is a transfer target for Liverpool and has also been linked with Wolverhampton Wanderers , Everton , Crystal Palace and Manchester United .
Website France Football is reporting that an agreement has been reached between Liverpool and Watford for the transfer of Sarr , with the fee said to be between €35-40 million .
However , Villa could lure Sarr to the Second City because they can promise him regular game-time .
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The arrival of Diogo Jota @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Reds ' squad .
Villa head coach Dean Smith has been heavily linked with a move for Werder Bremen winger Milot Rashica and Sarr could be an alternative , with negotiations yet to reach a breakthrough for the Kosovan international .
Sign up for our Villa newsletter with your email in the box at the top of the page or click here Watford , relegated last season , will sell Sarr and the only hurdle for Villa to clear regarding the Senegalese winger would be convincing him to move to Villa Park @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Sarr moving to the club and then some .
`` What a signing this would be , '' one fan said .
`` Get it done , '' said another .
A third fan said : `` Sarr would be an excellent signing . ''
`` This would he a fantastic piece of business , '' another added .
`` That would be a statement of intent , '' a fifth fan said while another added : `` Toe-to-toe with Liverpool , NSWE are n't playing games .

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Aston Villa fans have been reacting to reports claiming their side are keen on a move for Ismaila Sarr.
The Watford winger is a transfer target for Liverpool and has also been linked with Wolverhampton Wanderers, Everton, Crystal Palace and Manchester United.
Website France Football is reporting that an agreement has been reached between Liverpool and Watford for the transfer of Sarr, with the fee said to be between €35-40 million.
However, Villa could lure Sarr to the Second City because they can promise him regular game-time.
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That is something that would likely not be on offer given Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah are Jurgen Klopp's first-choice wingers.
The arrival of Diogo Jota at Anfield has added further depth to the Reds' squad.
Villa head coach Dean Smith has been heavily linked with a move for Werder Bremen winger Milot Rashica and Sarr could be an alternative, with negotiations yet to reach a breakthrough for the Kosovan international.
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Watford, relegated last season, will sell Sarr and the only hurdle for Villa to clear regarding the Senegalese winger would be convincing him to move to Villa Park.
Villa fans have welcomed the idea of Sarr moving to the club and then some.
"What a signing this would be," one fan said.
"Get it done," said another.
A third fan said: "Sarr would be an excellent signing."
"This would he a fantastic piece of business," another added.
"That would be a statement of intent," a fifth fan said while another added: "Toe-to-toe with Liverpool, NSWE aren't playing games.


birminghammail--2020-09-22--Chilling pictures captured by ghost hunters at 'haunted' monastery

Ghost hunters have captured chilling images at a former monastery believed to be the spirit of England 's `` Lost Queen '' who was destined for the throne after Elizabeth I. Paranormal investigators captured one of their members coming face-to-face with a spooky apparition at historic Rufford Abbey in Sherwood Forest , Notts.
, last week .
Retford Ghost Hunters believe they encountered the renowned White Lady of Rufford who , according to legend , is believed to be the spirit of ill-fated Arbella Stuart .
She died of starvation in the Tower of London in 1615 , and was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Mary Queen of Scots ' niece .
The 17th century noblewoman was tipped to take the throne before she found herself at the centre of a political wrangling which saw her banished to the tower .
Group leader Rachel Parsons said she was left spooked by the image showing her seemingly inches away from a ghostly woman dressed in white .
The disturbing picture was later compared to horror film promo posters like Poltergeist and The Exorcist after the group uploaded their findings to social media .
It was only when Rachel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ building that she uncovered the story of it being haunted by the White Lady of Rufford .
Rachel , 48 , who has taken part in paranormal investigations for 20 years , said : `` I could n't believe it when I looked up the history of the place the next day .
`` The first thing that came up was the White Lady Of Rufford .
She 's been spotted there quite a few times by all accounts .
`` It was about 11pm inside the ruins when we all heard a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the direction of it with my torch .
`` I then sensed something on the spot where I was and I said to the others : 'She 's standing right in front of me ' .
`` At that point I told our viewers watching the live stream on Facebook to get screenshotting because I knew she was there .
`` It was only when we got back home and a viewer sent the screen grab that I discovered how close I was to her .
`` People have said it looks like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just delighted to get such compelling evidence of what could be the famous White Lady of Rufford . ''
The group also captured spooky images showing a face at a doorway , which they believe could be the spirit of one of the monks who resided at the abbey .
The `` defined face with chiselled cheekbones '' appeared at a doorway which would have led to the monks ’ dining room at the English Heritage site .
Rachel said the face appeared as she called out to ghosts at the Cistercian abbey @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be affected by King Henry VIII dissolution of the monastery .
She added “ Earlier in the night , another viewer spotted the face of a monk in one of the doorways which led to the dining room where they would eat and talk .
`` There 's only ruins left there and the face appeared in one the few remaining parts of the building which is still intact .
`` It ’ s an amazing defined face with very chiseled cheekbones .
“ It was only there for a few seconds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was he was just wanting to know what we were doing .
“ He looks to me to be only in his 30s or 40s but it was a hard life for monks - there was lots of disease and they died young.
” Mental health worker Rachel , who developed an interest in errant spirits after having paranormal experiences as a young girl , described the findings as `` fantastic evidence '' .
She said : “ I grew up in a very religious family and so this kind of thing wasn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some comfort and belief that there may be an afterlife .
“ We like to keep things respectful and keep getting fantastic evidence so we must be sending out some positive energy .
”

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Ghost hunters have captured chilling images at a former monastery believed to be the spirit of England's "Lost Queen" who was destined for the throne after Elizabeth I.
Paranormal investigators captured one of their members coming face-to-face with a spooky apparition at historic Rufford Abbey in Sherwood Forest, Notts., last week.
Retford Ghost Hunters believe they encountered the renowned White Lady of Rufford who, according to legend, is believed to be the spirit of ill-fated Arbella Stuart.
She died of starvation in the Tower of London in 1615, and was the great great granddaughter of Henry VII and Mary Queen of Scots' niece.
The 17th century noblewoman was tipped to take the throne before she found herself at the centre of a political wrangling which saw her banished to the tower.
(Image: Retford Ghost Hunters / SWNS)
Group leader Rachel Parsons said she was left spooked by the image showing her seemingly inches away from a ghostly woman dressed in white.
The disturbing picture was later compared to horror film promo posters like Poltergeist and The Exorcist after the group uploaded their findings to social media.
It was only when Rachel researched the history of the 12th century building that she uncovered the story of it being haunted by the White Lady of Rufford.
Rachel, 48, who has taken part in paranormal investigations for 20 years, said: "I couldn't believe it when I looked up the history of the place the next day.
"The first thing that came up was the White Lady Of Rufford. She's been spotted there quite a few times by all accounts.
(Image: Retford Ghost Hunters / SWNS)
"It was about 11pm inside the ruins when we all heard a woman's cough so I ran towards the direction of it with my torch.
"I then sensed something on the spot where I was and I said to the others: 'She's standing right in front of me'.
"At that point I told our viewers watching the live stream on Facebook to get screenshotting because I knew she was there.
(Image: Retford Ghost Hunters / SWNS)
"It was only when we got back home and a viewer sent the screen grab that I discovered how close I was to her.
"People have said it looks like a horror movie poster but I was just delighted to get such compelling evidence of what could be the famous White Lady of Rufford."
The group also captured spooky images showing a face at a doorway, which they believe could be the spirit of one of the monks who resided at the abbey.
(Image: Retford Ghost Hunters / SWNS)
The "defined face with chiselled cheekbones" appeared at a doorway which would have led to the monks’ dining room at the English Heritage site.
Rachel said the face appeared as she called out to ghosts at the Cistercian abbey, which was one of the first to be affected by King Henry VIII dissolution of the monastery.
She added “Earlier in the night, another viewer spotted the face of a monk in one of the doorways which led to the dining room where they would eat and talk.
"There's only ruins left there and the face appeared in one the few remaining parts of the building which is still intact.
"It’s an amazing defined face with very chiseled cheekbones.
(Image: SWNS)
“It was only there for a few seconds then disappeared – I think whoever he was he was just wanting to know what we were doing.
“He looks to me to be only in his 30s or 40s but it was a hard life for monks - there was lots of disease and they died young.”
Mental health worker Rachel, who developed an interest in errant spirits after having paranormal experiences as a young girl, described the findings as "fantastic evidence".
She said: “I grew up in a very religious family and so this kind of thing wasn’t encouraged but it gives people some comfort and belief that there may be an afterlife.
“We like to keep things respectful and keep getting fantastic evidence so we must be sending out some positive energy.”


birminghammail--2020-09-22--Brummies ridicule city Coca-Cola ad after spotting something wrong

Coca-Cola has been ridiculed by social media users after attempting to show off its Birmingham knowledge - and failing .
The drinks giant was left red-faced after eagle-eyed city residents tweeted a photo of a new advertisement in the city centre .
The new sign from Coca-Cola tells passersby : `` Colemore Row is open like never before . ''
But eagle-eyed Brummies responded with hilarious laughter - after spotting a major issue .
`` It 's spelt wrong , '' one said on Twitter , while another asked : `` Who approved this s*** ? ''
The tweet has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ numerous shares since being spotted .
Another image of the advertising fail was captioned : `` Wherever this Colemore Row is I ’ m sure that ’ s the case ... . ''
'' Well despite it being spelt wrong , etc it has served some purpose in that the picture of it has no doubt been viewed lots more than the actual sign itself probably , '' a second replied .
A third replied : `` They also have Brindleyplace as two words , but I think you have to be a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to get annoyed with that ( spoiler : I am that level of branding / word geek ) . ''
`` Is this real or doctored ?
I can ’ t believe it , '' a fourth asked in disbelief .
`` To do a regional UK campaign @ CocaCola all you have to do is spell things correctly , '' another pointed out .

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Coca-Cola has been ridiculed by social media users after attempting to show off its Birmingham knowledge - and failing.
The drinks giant was left red-faced after eagle-eyed city residents tweeted a photo of a new advertisement in the city centre.
The new sign from Coca-Cola tells passersby: "Colemore Row is open like never before."
But eagle-eyed Brummies responded with hilarious laughter - after spotting a major issue.
"It's spelt wrong," one said on Twitter, while another asked: "Who approved this s***?"
The tweet has racked up well over 200 likes and numerous shares since being spotted. Another image of the advertising fail was captioned: "Wherever this Colemore Row is I’m sure that’s the case...."
"Well despite it being spelt wrong, etc it has served some purpose in that the picture of it has no doubt been viewed lots more than the actual sign itself probably," a second replied.
A third replied: "They also have Brindleyplace as two words, but I think you have to be a certain level of branding / word geek to get annoyed with that (spoiler: I am that level of branding / word geek)."
"Is this real or doctored? I can’t believe it," a fourth asked in disbelief.
"Cola-more Row, surely? " a fifth asked cheekily.
"To do a regional UK campaign @CocaCola all you have to do is spell things correctly," another pointed out.


birminghammail--2020-09-22--The true cost of Aston Villa playing inside an empty Villa Park

It 's seven home games and counting for Aston Villa as they continue to play inside an empty - and eerie - Villa Park .
Claret and blue supporters have today had any glimmer of hopes they may have had returning to B6 dashed following confirmation that fans returning to stadia has been scrapped .
Government minister Michael Gove outlined how the initial plan to stagger supporters back into football grounds in England from October 1 has been put on hold due to the surging coronavirus infection rate .
It was initially hoped Villa would welcome between 10,000 and 14,000 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their Premier League encounter with champions Liverpool on October 3 but , with the UK Covid alert level rising to four ( epidemic in general circulation ) , that plan has been shelved .
`` We 're looking for the moment at how we can pause that programme , '' Gove said of that initial October 1 target date .
`` What we do want to do is ensure that , as and when circumstances allow , we get more people back because the virus is less likely to spread outdoors than indoors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the nature of major sporting events that there 's a lot of mingling .
`` People look back at the beginning of the pandemic and look at some of the major sporting events asking the question of why they were allowed to go ahead .
One of the things we must do now , whatever the wisdom of the decisions made then , is to look at sporting events now with caution . ''
The Villa Park shutout continues to cost Aston Villa over half a million pounds PER GAME while matches @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Football has largely been played behind closed doors in England ever since the start of the coronavirus pandemic in March .
The empty stands have left games short on atmosphere , and club bank accounts short on money .
The EFL rolled out plans last week for pilot games of 1,000 fans to try and pave the way for a return on a larger scale .
However , local outbreaks of the virus have put some of those in doubt .
If the authorities don ’ t find a way to get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ holes in club finances , with some more affected than others .
This season ’ s Premier League clubs earned a combined total of £692.5 million in matchday income in 2018/19 , the latest season for which accounts are available .
That works out as 14p out of every £1 the clubs earned .
Aston Villa , meanwhile , had a matchday revenue of £12.7 million .
It works out as £509,800 every home game , or 23 per cent of the club 's overall income .
Manchester United earned the most per @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Liverpool ( £3.2m ) , Arsenal ( £3.2m ) , Tottenham ( £3.0m ) , Chelsea ( £2.0m ) , Manchester City ( £2.0m ) and West Ham ( £1.2m ) .
Sheffield United earned the least per game at £235,122 , followed by West Brom £252,241 and Burnley £274,913 .
The amount each club misses out on per game comes to a total of £26.6 million .
Arsenal are the most vulnerable though when it comes to the percentage of income which comes from match days .
The Gunners ’ £96.2 million @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per cent of their overall income .
Only Sheffield United ( 28 % ) and Leeds United ( 26 % ) had match day income making up a larger percentage of their turnover than Arsenal , but both clubs were in the Championship in 2018/19 meaning they earned significantly less from broadcast .
As for Villa captain Jack Grealish , above , he said of the continued shutout : `` It 's difficult .
I 've said before in interviews I prefer fans for different reasons .
Sometimes if you 're getting stick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ urge to want to score more and play better .
`` Even when it 's your own fans cheering you on , singing your songs , there 's nothing better than a packed-out Villa Park as well .
`` Obviously , it 's completely different but , fingers crossed , in the next few months they 'll slowly start to come back in . ''
Here 's Villa correspondent Ashley Preece 's take on playing inside an empty Villa Park for the foreseeable future : 'Heroes and Villains , latest issue out today @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I ca n't remember the last time I heard that outside Aston Parish Church on the way up to the Holte End and I miss hearing it dearly .
The streams of supporters foot-slapping it from all four corners of Villa Park is now a distant memory and it has n't happened since February 16 - some 219 days ago .
The pandemic continues to cripple the economy but , thankfully , Villa will continue to be bankrolled by their owners , Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens , below .
As far as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ same .
It 's like going to your own birthday party but nobody 's turned up .
The cake and the presents are all there , if you like , as you get to watch the Villa boys in action but there 's nobody to have a laugh , moan or share a round with and that 's sad .
Going down the Villa was all about seeing friends and bumping into familiar faces you 've not seen in ages as much as it was about the football .
Sometimes the action on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but , every time Villa won , it was like a drug and you wanted your next fix to come around as quickly as possible .
It 's a sad and a strange world we 're living in at the moment and , knowing of yet another Covid spike and how many lives have been lost , then we ca n't be too careful .
It 'd be nice to get spectators inside Villa Park before Christmas but , as it stands , it 's looking all the more unlikely .
Potentially in @ @ @ @ @ @ @

newsdesk@birminghamlive.co.uk (David Dubas-Fisher-BM, Ashley Preece)

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It's seven home games and counting for Aston Villa as they continue to play inside an empty - and eerie - Villa Park.
Claret and blue supporters have today had any glimmer of hopes they may have had returning to B6 dashed following confirmation that fans returning to stadia has been scrapped.
Government minister Michael Gove outlined how the initial plan to stagger supporters back into football grounds in England from October 1 has been put on hold due to the surging coronavirus infection rate.
It was initially hoped Villa would welcome between 10,000 and 14,000 fans to its 42,000-capacity Villa Park for their Premier League encounter with champions Liverpool on October 3 but, with the UK Covid alert level rising to four (epidemic in general circulation), that plan has been shelved.
"We're looking for the moment at how we can pause that programme," Gove said of that initial October 1 target date. "What we do want to do is ensure that, as and when circumstances allow, we get more people back because the virus is less likely to spread outdoors than indoors. But, again, it's in the nature of major sporting events that there's a lot of mingling.
"People look back at the beginning of the pandemic and look at some of the major sporting events asking the question of why they were allowed to go ahead. One of the things we must do now, whatever the wisdom of the decisions made then, is to look at sporting events now with caution."
The Villa Park shutout continues to cost Aston Villa over half a million pounds PER GAME while matches continue to be played behind closed doors. Football has largely been played behind closed doors in England ever since the start of the coronavirus pandemic in March.
The empty stands have left games short on atmosphere, and club bank accounts short on money. The EFL rolled out plans last week for pilot games of 1,000 fans to try and pave the way for a return on a larger scale. However, local outbreaks of the virus have put some of those in doubt.
If the authorities don’t find a way to get fans back though it will leave gaping holes in club finances, with some more affected than others.
This season’s Premier League clubs earned a combined total of £692.5 million in matchday income in 2018/19, the latest season for which accounts are available. That works out as 14p out of every £1 the clubs earned.
Aston Villa, meanwhile, had a matchday revenue of £12.7 million. It works out as £509,800 every home game, or 23 per cent of the club's overall income.
Manchester United earned the most per game at £4.3 million, followed by Liverpool (£3.2m), Arsenal (£3.2m), Tottenham (£3.0m), Chelsea (£2.0m), Manchester City (£2.0m) and West Ham (£1.2m).
Sheffield United earned the least per game at £235,122, followed by West Brom £252,241 and Burnley £274,913.
The amount each club misses out on per game comes to a total of £26.6 million. Arsenal are the most vulnerable though when it comes to the percentage of income which comes from match days. The Gunners’ £96.2 million match day revenue works out as 24 per cent of their overall income.
Only Sheffield United (28%) and Leeds United (26%) had match day income making up a larger percentage of their turnover than Arsenal, but both clubs were in the Championship in 2018/19 meaning they earned significantly less from broadcast.
As for Villa captain Jack Grealish, above , he said of the continued shutout: "It's difficult. I've said before in interviews I prefer fans for different reasons. Sometimes if you're getting stick off away fans it gives you that urge to want to score more and play better.
"Even when it's your own fans cheering you on, singing your songs, there's nothing better than a packed-out Villa Park as well.
"Obviously, it's completely different but, fingers crossed, in the next few months they'll slowly start to come back in."
Here's Villa correspondent Ashley Preece's take on playing inside an empty Villa Park for the foreseeable future:
'Heroes and Villains, latest issue out today, only a pound!'
Now I can't remember the last time I heard that outside Aston Parish Church on the way up to the Holte End and I miss hearing it dearly.
The streams of supporters foot-slapping it from all four corners of Villa Park is now a distant memory and it hasn't happened since February 16 - some 219 days ago.
The pandemic continues to cripple the economy but, thankfully, Villa will continue to be bankrolled by their owners, Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens, below .
As far as matchdays go it just isn't the same. It's like going to your own birthday party but nobody's turned up. The cake and the presents are all there, if you like, as you get to watch the Villa boys in action but there's nobody to have a laugh, moan or share a round with and that's sad.
Going down the Villa was all about seeing friends and bumping into familiar faces you've not seen in ages as much as it was about the football. Sometimes the action on the pitch spoiled a good day out but, every time Villa won, it was like a drug and you wanted your next fix to come around as quickly as possible.
It's a sad and a strange world we're living in at the moment and, knowing of yet another Covid spike and how many lives have been lost, then we can't be too careful. It'd be nice to get spectators inside Villa Park before Christmas but, as it stands, it's looking all the more unlikely. Potentially in the New Year? Who knows.


birminghammail--2020-09-22--The West Wing returning for 2020 special - who is in the cast?

The West Wing is coming back for a one-off election special .
Last month , it was announced that cast members Martin Sheen , Rob Lowe , Dulé Hill , Allison Janney , Richard Schiff , Bradley Whitford and Janel Moloney would reprise their roles for a stage version of the season three episode `` Hartsfield 's Landing '' .
Production will begin in early October 2020 at Los Angeles ' Orpheum Theatre and will be broadcast later in the year on HBO Max .
The special will include special material written by Aaron Sorkin and will be directed by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intended to raise awareness and support for When We All Vote , a nonprofit organization regarding elections in the United States .
This is the cast for the forthcoming special : Martin Sheen plays Josiah `` Jed '' Bartlet , the President of the United States .
An economist by training , he is a former Congressman and Governor from New Hampshire who unexpectedly won the Democratic Party nomination .
Sam Seaborn is the Deputy Communications Director to Toby Ziegler .
In his time at the White House , Sam is responsible for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He departs the White House following the re-election of President Bartlet to run for Congress .
He is recruited to become Santos 's Deputy Chief of Staff at the series end .
Charlie is originally the Personal Aide to the President and later a Deputy Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff .
He was in a relationship with Zoey Bartlet .
At the series end he begins to study law at Georgetown .
C.J .
Cregg ( Allison Janney ) is the Press Secretary .
She succeeds Leo McGarry as Chief of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the end of the Bartlet administration .
Post-series , she marries Danny Concannon and has a child .
Toby Ziegler is the Communications Director who wrote many of Bartlet 's speeches , including both Inaugural Addresses and many State of the Union Addresses .
He is fired from the Bartlet administration during a leak investigation , though he is pardoned for his crimes at series ' end .
He has twin children with his ex-wife who is a congresswoman from Maryland .
Josh Lyman ( Bradley Whitford ) is the Deputy Chief of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leaves the White House to become the `` Santos for President '' campaign manager .
Donna Moss is the Senior Assistant to Josh Lyman .
She later departs to be a spokesperson for the Russell campaign and then the Santos campaign .
Upon Santos 's election , she becomes Chief of Staff to the First Lady .

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The West Wing is coming back for a one-off election special.
Last month, it was announced that cast members Martin Sheen, Rob Lowe, Dulé Hill, Allison Janney, Richard Schiff, Bradley Whitford and Janel Moloney would reprise their roles for a stage version of the season three episode "Hartsfield's Landing".
Production will begin in early October 2020 at Los Angeles' Orpheum Theatre and will be broadcast later in the year on HBO Max.
The special will include special material written by Aaron Sorkin and will be directed by Thomas Schlamme, and the special is intended to raise awareness and support for When We All Vote, a nonprofit organization regarding elections in the United States.
This is the cast for the forthcoming special:
Martin Sheen
Martin Sheen plays Josiah "Jed" Bartlet, the President of the United States.
An economist by training, he is a former Congressman and Governor from New Hampshire who unexpectedly won the Democratic Party nomination.
Rob Lowe
Sam Seaborn is the Deputy Communications Director to Toby Ziegler. In his time at the White House, Sam is responsible for writing many of Bartlet's speeches. He departs the White House following the re-election of President Bartlet to run for Congress. He is recruited to become Santos's Deputy Chief of Staff at the series end.
Dule Hill
Charlie is originally the Personal Aide to the President and later a Deputy Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff. He was in a relationship with Zoey Bartlet. At the series end he begins to study law at Georgetown.
Allison Janney
C.J. Cregg (Allison Janney) is the Press Secretary. She succeeds Leo McGarry as Chief of Staff and departs the White House at the end of the Bartlet administration. Post-series, she marries Danny Concannon and has a child.
Richard Schiff
Toby Ziegler is the Communications Director who wrote many of Bartlet's speeches, including both Inaugural Addresses and many State of the Union Addresses.
He is fired from the Bartlet administration during a leak investigation, though he is pardoned for his crimes at series' end. He has twin children with his ex-wife who is a congresswoman from Maryland.
Bradley Whitford
Josh Lyman (Bradley Whitford) is the Deputy Chief of Staff to Leo McGarry. Josh later leaves the White House to become the "Santos for President" campaign manager.
Janel Moloney
Donna Moss is the Senior Assistant to Josh Lyman. She later departs to be a spokesperson for the Russell campaign and then the Santos campaign. Upon Santos's election, she becomes Chief of Staff to the First Lady.


birminghammail--2020-09-22--1,000 whistle-blowing calls to council and 500 to police in Brum

More than 1,100 whistle-blowing calls have been made to the council to report businesses not complying with coronavirus guidelines , it has been revealed .
In a week where it was also announced that 525 residents contacted the police to report neighbours breaking the rules during the first week of new restrictions , figures show that more than 400 additional reports have been made to the council this month .
As of Thursday , 17 September , 1,184 reports had been made to the hotline , which was established last month to enable residents to report any concerns they might @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This is up from 739 as of August 31 .
With Birmingham being designated 'an area of enhanced support ' and new restrictions announced last week , the 'hotline ' allows residents to get in touch with the council either by calling a dedicated number or by filling out a form on the council website .
People are encouraged to get in touch , according to the website , to report : • Businesses being open for business whilst the guidelines state to remain closed • Businesses encouraging workers to come into the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been in contact with someone who is .
• Businesses not carrying out risk assessments in line with Government requirements • Businesses not following Government Covid guidelines , eg : correct use of PPE and hand washing facilities • Businesses with inadequate barriers and other protection measures Last week PBs bar on Key Hill , Jewellery Quarter , had its licence revoked after what police described as 'repeat ' breaches of coronavirus guidelines , with officers having to visit the premises on seven separate occasions .
And , speaking after the decision @ @ @ @ @ @ @ businesses that breaches will not be tolerated .
`` Businesses have a responsibility - not only to their staff and customers - but to the wider community and there must be consequences when Covid-19 guidance is simply ignored , '' he said .
`` This is deadly serious and Birmingham City Council will continue to work with West Midlands Police to enforce the guidelines .
“ Reports had been made to the council and the police that PB ’ s Bar failed to follow Government guidance and was operating with no regard for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The way in which this premises was being run was endangering the public by risking the spread of Covid-19 : It is this kind of behaviour that has contributed to restrictions being placed on Birmingham to try and control the sharp rise in cases in the city .
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More than 1,100 whistle-blowing calls have been made to the council to report businesses not complying with coronavirus guidelines, it has been revealed.
In a week where it was also announced that 525 residents contacted the police to report neighbours breaking the rules during the first week of new restrictions, figures show that more than 400 additional reports have been made to the council this month.
As of Thursday, 17 September, 1,184 reports had been made to the hotline, which was established last month to enable residents to report any concerns they might have around businesses in the city.
This is up from 739 as of August 31.
With Birmingham being designated 'an area of enhanced support' and new restrictions announced last week, the 'hotline' allows residents to get in touch with the council either by calling a dedicated number or by filling out a form on the council website.
People are encouraged to get in touch, according to the website, to report:
Businesses being open for business whilst the guidelines state to remain closed
Businesses encouraging workers to come into the workplace even when they are symptomatic or have been in contact with someone who is.
Businesses not carrying out risk assessments in line with Government requirements
Businesses not following Government Covid guidelines, eg: correct use of PPE and hand washing facilities
Businesses with inadequate barriers and other protection measures
Last week PBs bar on Key Hill, Jewellery Quarter, had its licence revoked after what police described as 'repeat' breaches of coronavirus guidelines, with officers having to visit the premises on seven separate occasions.
And, speaking after the decision, council leader Ian Ward warned other businesses that breaches will not be tolerated.
"Businesses have a responsibility - not only to their staff and customers - but to the wider community and there must be consequences when Covid-19 guidance is simply ignored," he said.
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"This is deadly serious and Birmingham City Council will continue to work with West Midlands Police to enforce the guidelines.
“Reports had been made to the council and the police that PB’s Bar failed to follow Government guidance and was operating with no regard for social distancing or public health.
“The way in which this premises was being run was endangering the public by risking the spread of Covid-19: It is this kind of behaviour that has contributed to restrictions being placed on Birmingham to try and control the sharp rise in cases in the city.”


birminghammail--2020-09-22--Labour leader Keir Starmer ditches Corbynism

Labour leader Keir Starmer has issued a plea to voters who turned away from his party in last year 's general election , saying : `` We ’ re under new leadership . ''
In a speech to Labour 's annual conference , taking place online , Sir Keir said : `` To those who have turned away from Labour , I say this : we hear you .
`` Never again will Labour take you or the things you care about for granted .
And I ask you : Take another look at Labour . ''
He said Labour @ @ @ @ @ @ @ general election defeat , which saw the party lose seats to the Conservatives including Birmingham Northfield , West Bromwich East , West Bromwich West , Dudley North , Wolverhampton North East , Wolverhampton South West , Stoke Central and Stoke North .
Labour also suffered major defeats in the North of England , and lost a number of seats in its North East heartland .
While he did n't mention former leader Jeremy Corbyn by name , the speech appeared designed to distance Sir Keir , and the party as a whole , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said Labour deserved to lose the last election , and said the party was `` becoming '' a credible opposition .
Sir Keir also attacked Conservative Prime Minister Boris Johnson , saying : `` He ’ s just not serious .
He ’ s just not up to the job . ''
The traditional annual conference , usually attended by thousands of people , has been cancelled due to coronavirus .
Labour has instead held an online event , called Connected , and Sir Keir delivered his speech to an empty hall in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ direction the party took under Jeremy Corbyn 's leadership , he said : `` Let ’ s be brutally honest with ourselves .
When you lose an election in a democracy , you deserve to . ''
He added : `` It ’ s time to get serious about winning .
That means we have to change , and that ’ s what we ’ re doing . ''
Sir Keir said : `` We ’ re becoming a competent , credible opposition . ''
And he suggested the previous leadership was not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ national security or the economy , saying : `` Never again will Labour go into an election not being trusted on national security , with your job , with your community and with your money . ''
He admitted that the party is still working on a detailed policy platform , saying : `` What we say at the next general election isn ’ t written yet .
But it will be rooted in Labour values . ''
However , he set out in general terms what the next Labour manifesto would be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Properly funded universal public services .
World-class education which unleashes everyone ’ s potential .
`` A huge investment in skills and a plan , working hand-in-hand with businesses and trade unions , to create high quality jobs .
`` An economy that doesn ’ t force people to move hundreds of miles just to find a decent job .
One that truly works for all regions and nations of this United Kingdom .
With opportunity and security in every part of the country and at every stage of our lives .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cleaner and fairer society .
Where every policy is judged not just by how much it costs today but also by what it does for the planet tomorrow .
`` A country which would be an active force for good in the world , once again admired and respected .
Leading the world – and leading by example – in tackling the climate emergency . ''
Sir Keir , who served as Shadow Brexit Secretary under Jeremy Corbyn 's leadership , had been a vocal supporter of a second referendum on Brexit .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ would not now be calling for more referendums or suggesting the UK should rejoin the EU .
Instead , he said : `` The Prime Minister has repeatedly promised that he will get a deal .
So go on and get one . ''
And he condemned Boris Johnson 's handling of the coronavirus crisis , saying the Prime Minister would be to blame if the country entered a second full lockdown .
`` There should be nothing inevitable about a second lockdown .
`` It would be a sign of Government failure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It would take an immense toll on people ’ s physical and mental health and on the economy .
We need a national effort to prevent a national lockdown .
`` But instead of getting a grip , the Government has lost control .
Our testing system collapsed just when we needed it most . ''

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Labour leader Keir Starmer has issued a plea to voters who turned away from his party in last year's general election, saying: "We’re under new leadership."
In a speech to Labour's annual conference, taking place online, Sir Keir said: "To those who have turned away from Labour, I say this: we hear you.
"Never again will Labour take you or the things you care about for granted. And I ask you: Take another look at Labour."
He said Labour should accept the blame for a disastrous general election defeat, which saw the party lose seats to the Conservatives including Birmingham Northfield, West Bromwich East, West Bromwich West, Dudley North, Wolverhampton North East, Wolverhampton South West, Stoke Central and Stoke North.
Labour also suffered major defeats in the North of England, and lost a number of seats in its North East heartland.
While he didn't mention former leader Jeremy Corbyn by name, the speech appeared designed to distance Sir Keir, and the party as a whole, from its recent past. Sir Keir said Labour deserved to lose the last election, and said the party was "becoming" a credible opposition.
Sir Keir also attacked Conservative Prime Minister Boris Johnson, saying: "He’s just not serious. He’s just not up to the job."
The traditional annual conference, usually attended by thousands of people, has been cancelled due to coronavirus. Labour has instead held an online event, called Connected, and Sir Keir delivered his speech to an empty hall in Doncaster.
In a rejection of the direction the party took under Jeremy Corbyn's leadership, he said: "Let’s be brutally honest with ourselves. When you lose an election in a democracy, you deserve to."
He added: "It’s time to get serious about winning. That means we have to change, and that’s what we’re doing."
Sir Keir said: "We’re becoming a competent, credible opposition." And he suggested the previous leadership was not trusted by voters on the issues of national security or the economy, saying: "Never again will Labour go into an election not being trusted on national security, with your job, with your community and with your money."
He admitted that the party is still working on a detailed policy platform, saying: "What we say at the next general election isn’t written yet. But it will be rooted in Labour values."
However, he set out in general terms what the next Labour manifesto would be designed to achieve, saying: "Properly funded universal public services. World-class education which unleashes everyone’s potential.
"A huge investment in skills and a plan, working hand-in-hand with businesses and trade unions, to create high quality jobs.
"An economy that doesn’t force people to move hundreds of miles just to find a decent job. One that truly works for all regions and nations of this United Kingdom. With opportunity and security in every part of the country and at every stage of our lives.
"A country committed to a greener, cleaner and fairer society. Where every policy is judged not just by how much it costs today but also by what it does for the planet tomorrow.
"A country which would be an active force for good in the world, once again admired and respected. Leading the world – and leading by example – in tackling the climate emergency."
Sir Keir, who served as Shadow Brexit Secretary under Jeremy Corbyn's leadership, had been a vocal supporter of a second referendum on Brexit. But he made it clear that Labour would not now be calling for more referendums or suggesting the UK should rejoin the EU.
Instead, he said: "The Prime Minister has repeatedly promised that he will get a deal. So go on and get one."
And he condemned Boris Johnson's handling of the coronavirus crisis, saying the Prime Minister would be to blame if the country entered a second full lockdown.
"There should be nothing inevitable about a second lockdown.
"It would be a sign of Government failure, not an act of God. It would take an immense toll on people’s physical and mental health and on the economy. We need a national effort to prevent a national lockdown.
"But instead of getting a grip, the Government has lost control. Our testing system collapsed just when we needed it most."


birminghammail--2020-09-22--Arrest after man suffers head injury in street attack

A man has been taken to hospital after he was attacked in Walsall .
Police were called to Stafford Street at around 6.45pm on Monday , September 21 .
A 33-year-old man suffered a head injury was taken to hospital for treatment .
He was in a stable condition today , Tuesday , September 22 .
A spokeswoman for West Midlands Police said : `` We ’ ve arrested a man following an assault in Walsall last night .
`` A 33-year-old man sustained a head injury at around 6.45pm on Stafford Street .
He was taken to hospital for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ condition .
`` A 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault and is in police custody . ''
A spokeswoman for West Midlands Ambulance Service said : `` We were called at 6.43pm last night to Stafford Street , Walsall .
An ambulance and a MERIT trauma doctor and critical care paramedic attended .
`` One man received treatment on scene for serious injuries before being taken to hospital on blue lights for further emergency treatment . ''
Anyone with information is asked to contact the police via Live Chat on our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number 20WS/228643Z/20 .

newsdesk@birminghamlive.co.uk (Stephanie Balloo, Charlotte Regen)

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A man has been taken to hospital after he was attacked in Walsall.
Police were called to Stafford Street at around 6.45pm on Monday, September 21.
A 33-year-old man suffered a head injury was taken to hospital for treatment. He was in a stable condition today, Tuesday, September 22.
Officers arrested a 25-year-old man on suspicion of assault.
A spokeswoman for West Midlands Police said: "We’ve arrested a man following an assault in Walsall last night.
"A 33-year-old man sustained a head injury at around 6.45pm on Stafford Street. He was taken to hospital for treatment where he remains in a stable condition.
"A 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault and is in police custody."
A spokeswoman for West Midlands Ambulance Service said: "We were called at 6.43pm last night to Stafford Street, Walsall. An ambulance and a MERIT trauma doctor and critical care paramedic attended.
"One man received treatment on scene for serious injuries before being taken to hospital on blue lights for further emergency treatment."
Anyone with information is asked to contact the police via Live Chat on our website or call 101 quoting crime reference number 20WS/228643Z/20.


birminghammail--2020-09-22--£13 Primark dress which has 12,300 shoppers desperate to buy it

A bargain dress at budget fashion retailer Primark has captured the attention of thousands .
Primark has uploaded a new picture to its Instagram , showcasing a brand-new dress which is available to buy right now .
The dress costs just £13 - and plenty of shoppers reckon that price is a steal .
As many as 12,300 shoppers have liked the upload , with comments flooding in from all across the country as customers express their desire for it .
Primark operates multiple stores across Birmingham and beyond , with the retailer re-opening stores across the country in June @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Birmingham - welcomes thousands of loyal consumers each and every week .
Taking to Insta , the company wrote : `` A smiling start to the day @ vanillalooove . ''
`` You can style that dress so many ways , check out my latest post to see how I styled it , '' one wrote in response .
`` This dress is pretty , '' added a third .
`` Omg this is gorgeous , '' a fourth wrote , while a fifth wrote and chipped in with : `` Omg I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lovely , '' added a sixth shopper in the comments , which quickly reached north of 200 .
One shopper who had already managed to get hold of the dress said : “ I have this dress it ’ s lovely and the quality is fab ” .

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A bargain dress at budget fashion retailer Primark has captured the attention of thousands.
Primark has uploaded a new picture to its Instagram, showcasing a brand-new dress which is available to buy right now.
The dress costs just £13 - and plenty of shoppers reckon that price is a steal.
As many as 12,300 shoppers have liked the upload, with comments flooding in from all across the country as customers express their desire for it.
Primark operates multiple stores across Birmingham and beyond, with the retailer re-opening stores across the country in June.
Primark's biggest store - in Birmingham - welcomes thousands of loyal consumers each and every week.
Taking to Insta, the company wrote: "A smiling start to the day @vanillalooove."
It then added: "Dress £13/€16/$18 #Primark #regram."
"You can style that dress so many ways, check out my latest post to see how I styled it," one wrote in response.
"I love this," added a second.
"This dress is pretty," added a third.
"Omg this is gorgeous," a fourth wrote, while a fifth wrote and chipped in with: "Omg I need this."
"This is lovely," added a sixth shopper in the comments, which quickly reached north of 200.
One shopper who had already managed to get hold of the dress said: “I have this dress it’s lovely and the quality is fab”.


birminghammail--2020-09-22--Aston Villa transfer news live - Sarr linked as Derby 'make approach' for Davis

Hello and welcome to Tuesday 's LIVE coverage of Aston Villa from BirminghamLive .
We will be keeping you up @ @ @ @ @ latest Villa transfer rumours and news on Tuesday , September 22 2020 .
Dean Smith @ @ @ @ @ Premier League campaign underway with a 1-0 defeat of Sheffield United last night , Ezri @ @ @ @ @ from a corner in the second half .
With time still left in the transfer @ @ @ @ @ looking to add more to his side after they struggled to break down a determined @ @ @ @ @ There will be all the latest news , rumours and reaction to last night 's @ @ @ @ @ live blog below .
And you can follow it all throughout the day ...

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Hello and welcome to Tuesday 's LIVE coverage of Aston Villa from BirminghamLive.
We will be keeping you up to date with all the latest Villa transfer rumours and news on Tuesday, September 22 2020.
Dean Smith 's side got their 2020-21 Premier League campaign underway with a 1-0 defeat of Sheffield United last night, Ezri Konsa heading home the winner from a corner in the second half.
With time still left in the transfer window, Smith will be looking to add more to his side after they struggled to break down a determined Blades outfit last night.
There will be all the latest news, rumours and reaction to last night's game right here on our live blog below.
And you can follow it all throughout the day...


birminghammail--2020-09-22--Confirmed: Birmingham City agree Ryan Burke loan deal

Birmingham City have reached an agreement for promising young left back Ryan Burke to go out on loan .
The @ @ @ @ @ League outfit Yeovil Town on a standard loan , which runs until January 17 , @ @ @ @ @ the 19-year-old will be able to get is very much open to question with the @ @ @ @ @ their scheduled start to the season from October 3 .
As things stand Yeovil are @ @ @ @ @ in a friendly this evening .
Sign up to our Birmingham City newsletter here Burke @ @ @ @ @ ’ s Athletic as a scholar in 2017 since when he has caught the eye @ @ @ @ @ tough tackling .
He appeared a couple of times on the first team bench last @ @ @ @ @ 72 minutes into the away defeat to Stoke City .
He has also represented Ireland @ @ @ @ @ 16 levels and signed his first professional deal in the summer of 2019 .
He @ @ @ @ @ and Steve Seddon in Aitor Karanka 's pecking order .

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Birmingham City have reached an agreement for promising young left back Ryan Burke to go out on loan.
The Irish youngster has joined National League outfit Yeovil Town on a standard loan, which runs until January 17, 2021.
How much experience the 19-year-old will be able to get is very much open to question with the National League considering pushing back their scheduled start to the season from October 3.
As things stand Yeovil are due to face Bath City in a friendly this evening.
Burke joined Blues from St Patrick’s Athletic as a scholar in 2017 since when he has caught the eye for his combative nature and tough tackling.
He appeared a couple of times on the first team bench last season before making his debut 72 minutes into the away defeat to Stoke City.
He has also represented Ireland at Under 15 and Under 16 levels and signed his first professional deal in the summer of 2019.
He is currently behind Kristian Pedersen and Steve Seddon in Aitor Karanka's pecking order.


birminghammail--2020-09-22--Aston Villa linked with surprise move for Liverpool transfer target Ismaila Sarr

Aston Villa have been linked with a surprise move for Watford winger Ismaila Sarr .
Sarr has also been linked with a move to Premier League rivals Liverpool , Manchester United , Everton and Crystal Palace while Wolverhampton Wanderers have also been credited with an interest in the 22 year-old .
Dean Smith 's side are reportedly keen to scupper Liverpool 's move for Sarr by promising a regular starting place , with Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah locking down the wing positions at Jurgen Klopp 's Premier League champions .
France Football report that a fee worth between €35-40 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Watford but talks are ongoing about Sarr 's wages .
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Google Play Store and App Store Even though Diogo Jota has just arrived from Wolves , Klopp is said to still be keen on signing Sarr so he can add depth to a team that will be looking to retain the Premier League and go for Champions League glory again .
Sarr arrived @ @ @ @ @ @ @ summer but was unable to stop his new club from suffering relegation to the Championship with six goals and the same number of assists in all competitions registered .
Three of them came in a February defeat of Liverpool at Vicarage Road in Sarr 's best performance of the season , two goals in a 3-0 win ending an unbeaten start to the season for Klopp 's side .
Senegal international Sarr primarily operates on the right wing and would add depth to Villa 's forward ranks which has already been boosted by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Traore this summer .

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birminghammail--2020-09-22--Wargame scenario as Solihull might not return to normal until next October

Solihull would not return to normal for over a year in the most drastic Covid-19 scenario being considered by council finance chiefs .
Senior officers had initially worked on the basis that the recovery from lockdown would last until the end of the year , with the borough having settled into `` a new normal '' from January .
But with the UK grappling to get a second wave under control , they are now wargaming three other scenarios for how long the recovery could take .
These assume a `` new normal '' starting in April , July and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ October 2021 .
Deputy chief executive Paul Johnson has said councillors would receive further details on the possible impact of each of these outcomes in the coming months .
A resurgent virus and fresh shutdowns of council services , which have gradually reopened since May , could pile immense pressure on finances .
As things stand , the council is facing have to claw back £14 million in costs racked up during the first phase of the pandemic .
The fact that the local authority was weighing up several different eventualities was referenced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ session yesterday afternoon .
Cllr Glenis Slater ( Lib Dem , Elmdon ) said that budget forecasts at the minute should be treated with caution .
`` We do n't know how things are going to pan out do we ?
`` So none of it is really accurate at all I would n't have thought .
We just do n't know where we 're going with it . ''
Lauren Beach , a council finance manager , admitted there was a lot of uncertainty .
`` I think if I could predict @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pandemic I probably would not be working for the council I do n't think .
`` At the moment we 're taking an overarching assumption in all our Covid forecasts that we have a gradual recovery up until the end of December , then we 're sort of into a new normal from January .
`` Clearly if we get a second spike , a second lockdown , something of that order , that 's going to change the council 's position . ''
She reiterated the plan to do the sums for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recovery taking three , six and nine months longer than originally hoped `` to see what that does to the figures . ''
Mr Johnson had said last week that the council should know `` quite a bit more '' by the time it sets its next budget in February .
Cllr Alison Rolf , cabinet member for stronger and safer communities , said : `` We are in a very difficult position across the entire council with Covid and having to juggle all the other things that we 're doing . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' that in her portfolio - which covers the likes of libraries , licensing and enforcement action - the budget pressures were currently focused on the third year of the three-year financial strategy .

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Solihull would not return to normal for over a year in the most drastic Covid-19 scenario being considered by council finance chiefs.
Senior officers had initially worked on the basis that the recovery from lockdown would last until the end of the year, with the borough having settled into "a new normal" from January.
But with the UK grappling to get a second wave under control, they are now wargaming three other scenarios for how long the recovery could take.
These assume a "new normal" starting in April, July and - in the most pessimistic case - October 2021.
Deputy chief executive Paul Johnson has said councillors would receive further details on the possible impact of each of these outcomes in the coming months.
A resurgent virus and fresh shutdowns of council services, which have gradually reopened since May, could pile immense pressure on finances.
As things stand, the council is facing have to claw back £14 million in costs racked up during the first phase of the pandemic.
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The fact that the local authority was weighing up several different eventualities was referenced at a stronger and safer communities decision session yesterday afternoon.
Cllr Glenis Slater (Lib Dem, Elmdon) said that budget forecasts at the minute should be treated with caution.
"We don't know how things are going to pan out do we?
"So none of it is really accurate at all I wouldn't have thought. We just don't know where we're going with it."
Lauren Beach, a council finance manager, admitted there was a lot of uncertainty.
"I think if I could predict what was going to happen with this pandemic I probably would not be working for the council I don't think.
"At the moment we're taking an overarching assumption in all our Covid forecasts that we have a gradual recovery up until the end of December, then we're sort of into a new normal from January.
"Clearly if we get a second spike, a second lockdown, something of that order, that's going to change the council's position."
She reiterated the plan to do the sums for three different scenarios, based on the recovery taking three, six and nine months longer than originally hoped "to see what that does to the figures."
Mr Johnson had said last week that the council should know "quite a bit more" by the time it sets its next budget in February.
Cllr Alison Rolf, cabinet member for stronger and safer communities, said: "We are in a very difficult position across the entire council with Covid and having to juggle all the other things that we're doing."
She said she took "some heart" that in her portfolio - which covers the likes of libraries, licensing and enforcement action - the budget pressures were currently focused on the third year of the three-year financial strategy.


birminghammail--2020-09-22--School shut as staff member 'in contact with all kids' tests positive

A school has shut until October after a staff member 'who was in contact with all children ' tested positive for Covid-19 .
Walmley Infant School in Sutton Coldfield shut on Friday , September 18 after a coronavirus case was confirmed the previous day .
All children and staff were told to self-isolate until Monday , October 5 in line with guidance from the Department for Education .
Key worker children were also ordered to stay at home to help stop the spread of the virus .
A text to parents , sent on September 17 , said : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and staff , including key worker children on advice from Public Health England .
`` All children have been in contact with a staff member who has tested positive .
School has followed all DfE guidance . ''
The guidance on its website continued : `` We have been advised by Public Health England that there has been a confirmed case of COVID-19 within the school .
`` We have followed the national guidance and have identified that all children in school have been in close contact with the affected individual .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recommend your child now stays at home and self-isolates until 5 October 2020 .
School will reopen on this date .
`` We are asking you to do this to reduce the further spread of COVID-19 to others in the community .
If your child is well at the end of the 14-day period of self-isolation , then they can return to usual activities . ''
Other members of the household were told they could continue normal activities as long as their child did n't develop symptoms of Covid-19 within the fortnight of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus ( COVID-19 ) are recent onset of : • a loss of , or change in , normal sense of taste or smell ( anosmia )

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A school has shut until October after a staff member 'who was in contact with all children' tested positive for Covid-19.
Walmley Infant School in Sutton Coldfield shut on Friday, September 18 after a coronavirus case was confirmed the previous day.
All children and staff were told to self-isolate until Monday, October 5 in line with guidance from the Department for Education.
Key worker children were also ordered to stay at home to help stop the spread of the virus.
A text to parents, sent on September 17, said: "School is closed tomorrow to all children and staff, including key worker children on advice from Public Health England.
"All children have been in contact with a staff member who has tested positive. School has followed all DfE guidance."
The guidance on its website continued: "We have been advised by Public Health England that there has been a confirmed case of COVID-19 within the school.
"We have followed the national guidance and have identified that all children in school have been in close contact with the affected individual.
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"In line with the national guidance we recommend your child now stays at home and self-isolates until 5 October 2020. School will reopen on this date.
"We are asking you to do this to reduce the further spread of COVID-19 to others in the community. If your child is well at the end of the 14-day period of self-isolation, then they can return to usual activities."
Other members of the household were told they could continue normal activities as long as their child didn't develop symptoms of Covid-19 within the fortnight of isolation.
The most common symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) are recent onset of: