birminghammail--2020-09-11--Carjackers drag man from Audi before driving off and crashing in Kingstanding

Two carjackers on a motorbike grabbed a driver from the wheel of his Audi before making off with the car and later crashing it in Kingstanding .
The police helicopter was deployed to hunt down the men after they abandoned the car and made off on foot .
The drama started when two men on a motorbike pulled the driver of the Audi , who was in his 70s , from the car on Bishops Way , Sutton Coldfield , before racing off towards Kingstanding just after 3pm on Friday ( September 11 ) .
A short time later , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Kingstanding Road and was abandoned .
Police descended into the area and arrested a 21-year-old man in Wandsworth Road on suspicion of robbery .
The force helicopter was also scrambled and a 23-year-old man was tasered and arrested on suspicion of failing to stop for police and possession of a blade .
Kings Road , by the Buffet Island , was cordoned off while police conducted their enquiries .
A West Midlands Police spokesman said : “ We are investigating after being called to a carjacking in Bishops Way , Sutton Coldfield @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 11 September ) .
“ It is understood the driver of an Audi was approached by two men on a motorbike and pulled from the vehicle before it was driven away .
“ The driver who is in his 70s was not injured .
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Find @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Store “ The Audi was later involved in a collision with two stationary vehicles in Kingstanding Road and was abandoned .
No injuries were reported .
“ Officers arrested a 21-year-old man shortly afterwards in Wandsworth Road on suspicion of robbery .
“ As officers detained a second man on Queslett Road he tried to make off and a taser was deployed .
“ The 23-year-old was arrested on suspicion of failing to stop for police and possession of a blade .
A motorbike was also recovered .
“ Both men remain in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continue .
” One local Chris McDonough , who saw the drama unfold , said : “ There was a heavy police presence , knocking on door to door on Kings Road .
I overheard the police officer say the culprit had jumped into someone ’ s back garden .
“ Within minutes of police presence the helicopter was out .
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Two carjackers on a motorbike grabbed a driver from the wheel of his Audi before making off with the car and later crashing it in Kingstanding.
The police helicopter was deployed to hunt down the men after they abandoned the car and made off on foot.
The drama started when two men on a motorbike pulled the driver of the Audi, who was in his 70s, from the car on Bishops Way, Sutton Coldfield, before racing off towards Kingstanding just after 3pm on Friday (September 11).
(Image: Chris McDonough)
A short time later, the Audi crashed into two parked cars in Kingstanding Road and was abandoned. Police descended into the area and arrested a 21-year-old man in Wandsworth Road on suspicion of robbery.
The force helicopter was also scrambled and a 23-year-old man was tasered and arrested on suspicion of failing to stop for police and possession of a blade.
Kings Road, by the Buffet Island, was cordoned off while police conducted their enquiries.
(Image: Chris McDonough)
A West Midlands Police spokesman said: “We are investigating after being called to a carjacking in Bishops Way, Sutton Coldfield, just after 3pm today (Friday 11 September).
“It is understood the driver of an Audi was approached by two men on a motorbike and pulled from the vehicle before it was driven away.
“The driver who is in his 70s was not injured.
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“The Audi was later involved in a collision with two stationary vehicles in Kingstanding Road and was abandoned. No injuries were reported.
“Officers arrested a 21-year-old man shortly afterwards in Wandsworth Road on suspicion of robbery.
“As officers detained a second man on Queslett Road he tried to make off and a taser was deployed.
“The 23-year-old was arrested on suspicion of failing to stop for police and possession of a blade. A motorbike was also recovered.
“Both men remain in police custody for questioning as our enquiries continue. ”
One local Chris McDonough, who saw the drama unfold, said: “There was a heavy police presence, knocking on door to door on Kings Road. I overheard the police officer say the culprit had jumped into someone’s back garden.
“Within minutes of police presence the helicopter was out.”


birminghammail--2020-09-11--Aston Villa transfer news live - Klopp on Brewster, Martinez update & more

Hello and welcome to LIVE Aston Villa coverage from BirminghamLive on Friday , September 11 .
We will be keeping @ @ @ @ @ key developments across today as Villa 's transfer window gathers pace and the new season @ @ @ @ @ be adding all the latest Villa news , views and rumours to our live blog @ @ @ @ @ new signings and transfers continually linked to the club .
Matty Cash arrived from Nottingham @ @ @ @ @ 's first senior signing of the window and Brentford striker Ollie Watkins completed his £28m @ @ @ @ @ Wednesday .
Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has also been touted for a move with Dean @ @ @ @ @ given Tom Heaton 's long lay-off .
So stay with us for today 's transfer @ @ @ @ @ check back for all the latest Villa transfer news and opinion .

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Hello and welcome to LIVE Aston Villa coverage from BirminghamLive on Friday, September 11.
We will be keeping you informed on all the key developments across today as Villa's transfer window gathers pace and the new season draws closer.
We will be adding all the latest Villa news, views and rumours to our live blog throughout the day, with new signings and transfers continually linked to the club.
Matty Cash arrived from Nottingham Forest to become the club's first senior signing of the window and Brentford striker Ollie Watkins completed his £28m switch to Villa Park on Wednesday.
Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has also been touted for a move with Dean Smith keen to add cover given Tom Heaton's long lay-off.
So stay with us for today's transfer blog and be sure to check back for all the latest Villa transfer news and opinion.


birminghammail--2020-09-11--Your lockdown questions answered on Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell

New lockdown restrictions have been announced for Birmingham , Sandwell and Solihull in a bid to stem soaring cases of coronavirus in the communities , allied to rising hospital admissions .
After a frenzied afternoon , with some confusion about the rules and regulations , we sat down with Dr Justin Varney , director of public health for Birmingham , to clarify the main points .
The full guidance has now been published by the Department for Health and Social Care .
What are the new rules ?
The new restrictions state that you must not have any visitors in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Solihull and Sandwell council areas .
You must not host people you do not live with in your home or garden , unless they ’ re in your support bubble .
You must not meet people you do not live with in their home or garden , wherever they live , unless they ’ re in your support bubble - a household of one adult who joins your household , exclusively .
Your household is defined as the people you live with and any support bubble .
Households within a support bubble can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and visit public places together .
Who is allowed in my house ?
A list of exemptions are now published .
• For someone to attend a birth at the mother ’ s request • To visit a person who is dying ( the visitor can be someone the dying person lives with , a close family member , friend or , if none of those is visiting , anyone else ) • For work purposes ( see guidance on working safely in other people ’ s homes ) , or for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ For the purposes of education or training • For the purposes of childcare provided by a registered provider • To enable one or more persons in the gathering to avoid injury or illness or to escape a risk of harm • To provide care or assistance to a vulnerable person • To continue existing arrangements for access to , and contact between , parents and children where the children do not live in the same household as their parents , or one of their parent We have broken that down to help with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : The new restrictions are clear - childcare provided by a registered provider is exempt .
You can continue to use early years and childcare settings , including childminders and providers offering before- or after-school clubs or other out-of-school settings for children .
You can also continue to employ nannies – see guidance on working safely in other people ’ s homes .
Friends or family who you do not live with should not visit your home to help with childcare unless they are part of your support bubble .
The only people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your home are people you live with , people in your support bubble or registered childcare providers , including nannies .
Children of parents who are separated can continue to move between households .
So if your childcare is provided on an adhoc basis by a family friend , or relative , who lives in another household , this must end while the restrictions are in place .
Dr Varney explained : `` We are having to return back to the time when we could allow very few people into our homes .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ however , the rule about not visiting someone at their private home , or sharing a 'household ' with them applies wherever you visit .
Q : I was planning to visit my parents in London next weekend and stay with them - is that okay ?
A : No .
As of Tuesday anyone living in Birmingham , Solihull and Sandwell must not visit another household , in their house or garden , anywhere in the country .
That includes far away locations .
You can still travel anywhere - so in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stay in a hotel , meet your parents in a restaurant or park , but not visit them at home .
Q : I have a holiday home booked with another household .
Can I still go ?
A : While the restrictions are in place , not if you are sharing a house or a room with someone you do n't live with .
You can holiday to the same destination and stay in separate hotel rooms , for example , and only meet in the restaurant , on the beach , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but not share a 'household ' .
Q : Can I still use public transport A : Yes , there are no restrictions on travel , subject the restrictions in place everywhere Q : I have a business meeting in an office with people from other households .
Can I still attend ?
A : Yes .
As long as your workplace is Covid secure and you follow social distancing and other guidance .
Q : Can I meet people from another household in the pub or restaurant ?
A : This was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ confusion but yes - as long as you observe the restrictions in place limiting gatherings to SIX people These are not separately affected by the rule changes locally .
However , in line with everywhere else , from Monday weddings , civil partnership ceremonies and receptions , funerals ( including ceremonies at crematoria ) and other religious life-cycle ceremonies can have up to 30 people in attendance - as long as the venue is Covid secure and guidance is followed .
There is no change to rules locally .
You may attend a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or other place or worship , but you should socially distance from people outside of your household .
This means maintaining a distance of two metres , or one metre with extra precautions ( such as wearing face coverings ) .
If possible , prayer or religious services should take place outdoors .
You can play a team sport only where this is formally organised by a sports club or similar organisation , and sports-governing body guidance has been issued .
See a list of governing bodies that have had guidance reviewed .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ follow guidance .
All other sports activities should not take place with people who you do not live with at indoor and outdoor public venues .
When do the rules come into force ?
Tuesday , September 15 , with regulatory orders in place setting out the full list of rules What happens between now and Tuesday - do I have to follow the new rules ?
No - but you are urgently advised to take extra precautions as of now .
The reason the restriction is delayed slightly is to give notice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ impacting them , and because officials need time to put regulations in place and clarify any outstanding issues .
How long will the restrictions last ?
The restrictions will be reviewed weekly , with new announcements every Friday , mayor Andy Street said today .
However , Dr Varney advised to expect the new restrictions to remain `` for at least two or three weeks . ''
This is because the impact of the restrictions can only be assessed after a period of at least a fortnight .
A sudden fall over a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ order the ban is lifted .
What happens if I break the rules ?
These requirements will become law on 15 September .
This means that from 15 September the police will be able to take action against those that break these rules , including asking people to disperse and issuing fixed penalty notices starting at £100 for those who participate in illegal gatherings .
People aged 18 or over will be able to be fined : • £100 for the first offence , lowered to £50 if paid within 14 days • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doubling for each further offence up to a maximum of £3,200

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New lockdown restrictions have been announced for Birmingham, Sandwell and Solihull in a bid to stem soaring cases of coronavirus in the communities, allied to rising hospital admissions.
After a frenzied afternoon, with some confusion about the rules and regulations, we sat down with Dr Justin Varney, director of public health for Birmingham, to clarify the main points.
The full guidance has now been published by the Department for Health and Social Care.
What are the new rules?
The new restrictions state that you must not have any visitors in your home or garden in Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell council areas.
You must not host people you do not live with in your home or garden, unless they’re in your support bubble.
You must not meet people you do not live with in their home or garden, wherever they live, unless they’re in your support bubble - a household of one adult who joins your household, exclusively.
Your household is defined as the people you live with and any support bubble.
Households within a support bubble can still visit each other, stay overnight and visit public places together.
Who is allowed in my house?
A list of exemptions are now published.
For someone to attend a birth at the mother’s request
To visit a person who is dying (the visitor can be someone the dying person lives with, a close family member, friend or, if none of those is visiting, anyone else)
To fulfil a legal obligation
For work purposes (see guidance on working safely in other people’s homes), or for the provision of voluntary or charitable services
For the purposes of education or training
For the purposes of childcare provided by a registered provider
To provide emergency assistance
To enable one or more persons in the gathering to avoid injury or illness or to escape a risk of harm
To facilitate a house move
To provide care or assistance to a vulnerable person
To continue existing arrangements for access to, and contact between, parents and children where the children do not live in the same household as their parents, or one of their parent
We have broken that down to help with some specific questions and areas of concern:
Childcare
The new restrictions are clear - childcare provided by a registered provider is exempt.
You can continue to use early years and childcare settings, including childminders and providers offering before- or after-school clubs or other out-of-school settings for children. You can also continue to employ nannies – see guidance on working safely in other people’s homes.
Friends or family who you do not live with should not visit your home to help with childcare unless they are part of your support bubble.
The only people who should help you with childcare in your home are people you live with, people in your support bubble or registered childcare providers, including nannies.
Children of parents who are separated can continue to move between households.
So if your childcare is provided on an adhoc basis by a family friend, or relative, who lives in another household, this must end while the restrictions are in place.
Dr Varney explained: "We are having to return back to the time when we could allow very few people into our homes."
Travel
There are no travel restrictions - however, the rule about not visiting someone at their private home, or sharing a 'household' with them applies wherever you visit.
Q: I was planning to visit my parents in London next weekend and stay with them - is that okay?
A: No. As of Tuesday anyone living in Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell must not visit another household, in their house or garden, anywhere in the country. That includes far away locations.
You can still travel anywhere - so in this example you could visit London and stay in a hotel, meet your parents in a restaurant or park, but not visit them at home.
Q: I have a holiday home booked with another household. Can I still go?
A: While the restrictions are in place, not if you are sharing a house or a room with someone you don't live with. You can holiday to the same destination and stay in separate hotel rooms, for example, and only meet in the restaurant, on the beach, in parks, and so on - but not share a 'household'.
Q: Can I still use public transport
A: Yes, there are no restrictions on travel, subject the restrictions in place everywhere
Work and Socialising
Q: I have a business meeting in an office with people from other households. Can I still attend?
A: Yes. As long as your workplace is Covid secure and you follow social distancing and other guidance.
Q: Can I meet people from another household in the pub or restaurant?
A: This was briefly the cause of some consternation and confusion but yes - as long as you observe the restrictions in place limiting gatherings to SIX people
Weddings and funerals
These are not separately affected by the rule changes locally. However, in line with everywhere else, from Monday weddings, civil partnership ceremonies and receptions, funerals (including ceremonies at crematoria) and other religious life-cycle ceremonies can have up to 30 people in attendance - as long as the venue is Covid secure and guidance is followed.
Religious ceremonies and places of worship
There is no change to rules locally. You may attend a mosque, church, synagogue, temple or other place or worship, but you should socially distance from people outside of your household. This means maintaining a distance of two metres, or one metre with extra precautions (such as wearing face coverings).
If possible, prayer or religious services should take place outdoors.
Team sport and physical activity
You can play a team sport only where this is formally organised by a sports club or similar organisation, and sports-governing body guidance has been issued. See a list of governing bodies that have had guidance reviewed.
You can play individual sports but must follow guidance.
All other sports activities should not take place with people who you do not live with at indoor and outdoor public venues.
When do the rules come into force?
Tuesday, September 15, with regulatory orders in place setting out the full list of rules
What happens between now and Tuesday - do I have to follow the new rules?
No - but you are urgently advised to take extra precautions as of now. The reason the restriction is delayed slightly is to give notice to residents and employers about any changes impacting them, and because officials need time to put regulations in place and clarify any outstanding issues.
How long will the restrictions last?
The restrictions will be reviewed weekly, with new announcements every Friday, mayor Andy Street said today.
However, Dr Varney advised to expect the new restrictions to remain "for at least two or three weeks."
This is because the impact of the restrictions can only be assessed after a period of at least a fortnight. A sudden fall over a few days would not be sufficient to order the ban is lifted.
What happens if I break the rules?
These requirements will become law on 15 September. This means that from 15 September the police will be able to take action against those that break these rules, including asking people to disperse and issuing fixed penalty notices starting at £100 for those who participate in illegal gatherings.
People aged 18 or over will be able to be fined:


birminghammail--2020-09-11--Emi Martinez transfer latest as Villa target looks set for Arsenal exit

Emiliano Martinez looks set to depart Arsenal this summer with Aston Villa reportedly closing in on a move for the goalkeeper .
Earlier this week it was reported that Villa had tested Arsenal with a second bid for the Argentinian , who ended last season as Arsenal 's first-choice goalkeeper following a knee injury suffered by Bernd Leno in a match against Brighton and Hove Albion at the American Express Stadium .
Martinez has helped the Gunners to FA Cup and Community Shield glory during his brief stint as number one for the Emirates Stadium side , his longest tenure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being with the club as a senior player since 2012 .
Now , with Arsenal unable to give him guarantees about being the club 's number one going forward he looks likely to leave North London in search of regular game-time .
Martinez has reportedly been left out of Saturday 's clash with Fulham ( 12.30pm ) .
Martinez is being linked with a move to Villa while Premier League rivals Brighton and Hove Albion have now entered the race .
According to The Guardian , Gunners manager Mikel Arteta has taken the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ matchday squad for tomorrow 's Premier League 2020-21 season opener .
Villa are in the market for a new goalkeeper because first-choice stopper Tom Heaton has n't played since New Year 's Day , when he suffered a serious knee injury at Burnley .
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Do you expect Emi Martinez to stay at Arsenal ?
`` Again , I can not stop all the speculation that we have about players coming in and out .
I will say that I do n't want to comment on any individuals at the moment without having the right answers . ''
Can we expect whoever starts in goal [ vs Fulham ] to be your No.1.
?
`` No , I do n't treat the goalkeeping position any differently to the others .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ opinion is training better with the goalkeeping coach has the better chance to start tomorrow and my decision will be consistent like that throughout this season . ''
Would it be the starters position to lose ?
`` Exactly , and then its for the other one to push and make him better and when his chance comes , be ready and help the team as they both did last season .
Both were fantastic in my opinion . ''
Goal suggests that a deal designed to keep him at Arsenal until 2022 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prepared to beat the salary on the table .
Arteta is unwilling to sanction any move for Martinez until a replacement is signed , with Brentford 's David Raya identified for a move .
The Daily Mail are reporting that Villa are keen on bringing Martinez in before the clash with Sheffield United on Sunday week .
Smith is desperate to have as strong a squad as possible ready for the kick-off later this month , despite the window remaining open until October .
Sign up for our Villa newsletter with your email @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the page or click here What Arsenal fans are saying '' We should sell this guy for a good money , '' one fan said .
`` I like the transfer competition . ''
`` Very sad to see him go after his heroics when Leno got injured but if the money can go towards Thomas Partey or Houssem Aouar it 's got to be done , '' another supporter added .
A third fan said : `` This money better go towards a midfielder . ''
`` Bidding war ! ''
said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gassed , '' while a fifth fan said : `` Gutted we are seemingly selling Martinez . ''
Although Villa are leading the race for Martinez , a number of other teams are believed to have declared their interest .
Former Arsenal boss Unai Emery is hoping to be reunited with Emiliano Martinez at Villarreal , while Leeds United are open to bringing him in to replace Kiko Casilla .
Brighton and Hove Albion are the latest team to be credited with an interest .

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Aston Villa are continuing their work in the transfer market a week after securing the club-record £28 million capture of Ollie Watkins.
Watkins joined Matty Cash at Villa Park last week, arriving from Villa head coach Dean Smith's former club Brentford.
Smith still wants another goalkeeper with first-choice stopper Tom Heaton missing the end of the 2019-20 season because of a serious knee injury.
His backup, Jed Steer, is back fit and played in Saturday's pre-season friendly win over Manchester United on Saturday.
Emiliano Martinez is set to sign for Villa after Smith's side agreed a £20m deal with Arsenal over the weekend and radio station talkSPORT is claiming that a deal could be confirmed today.
Here's the latest on the deal to sign Martinez...
The latest reports
Villa have agreed a £20 million fee with Arsenal for goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, according to reports on Saturday afternoon.
The Gunners goalkeeper wasn't in Mikel Arteta's squad for their Premier League opener against Fulham, a 3-0 win at Craven Cottage.
Youngster Matthew Macey was on the substitute's bench with Bernd Leno, whom Martinez replaced when the German picked up a knee injury last season, back in the starting lineup.
Martinez underwent a medical over the weekend and is in line to start Smith's side's first game of the League season against Sheffield United on Monday week, with reports claiming the transfer could be completed as soon as today.
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Villa fans have their say
Al: “Good signing.”
Sam: “We can’t afford to think too much about how Heaton feels in this situation. We absolutely need a confirmed number one.”
Jim: “Pleased with Martinez but I'm worried about Heaton I think it's a lot worse than what we're letting on.”
CJ2: “I love Heaton but we can't be relying on Steer and Nyland. He needs to fight it out with Martinez. May the best man win.”
Rhys Jones: “Martinez confirmed soon.”
What Arsenal fans are saying
"We should sell this guy for a good money," one fan said. "I like the transfer competition."
"Very sad to see him go after his heroics when Leno got injured but if the money can go towards Thomas Partey or Houssem Aouar it's got to be done," another supporter added.
A third fan said: "This money better go towards a midfielder."
"Bidding war!" said another. "£25m and I'm gassed," while a fifth fan said: "Gutted we are seemingly selling Martinez."
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Competitors
Although Villa are closing in on a move for Martinez, a number of other teams are believed to have declared their interest.
Former Arsenal boss Unai Emery is hoping to be reunited with Emiliano Martinez at Villarreal, while Leeds United are open to bringing him in to replace Kiko Casilla.
Brighton and Hove Albion have also been mentioned as a possible destination


birminghammail--2020-09-11--Man jailed following arson attack at guest house

A man who torched a guest house in Stafford has been jailed for more than four years .
Peter Groucutt , 42 , of no fixed address , pleaded guilty to arson with intent to endanger life and arson being reckless as to whether life is endangered .
Stafford Crown Court heard that officers were made aware of a fire in Fairfield Guest House in Lichfield Road at 2.20am on February 6 .
The fire ripped through the ground floor of the guest house and caused significant damage to the building .
Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that Groucutt had been asked to leave the guest house previously .
He returned , forced entry and set a fire in an unoccupied bedroom .
Groucutt was seen entering and leaving the hotel wearing gloves and had changed his clothes before he left .
He was sentenced to four years and four months in prison on September 3 .
Detective Constable Aaron Evans , of Staffordshire Police , said : “ This was a calculated and planned attack which put the other guests in real danger .
Thankfully due to the swift @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hearing the fire alarms nobody was harmed .
“ Groucutt presented a real risk not only to the guests but the wider community of Stafford .
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A man who torched a guest house in Stafford has been jailed for more than four years.
Peter Groucutt, 42, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty to arson with intent to endanger life and arson being reckless as to whether life is endangered.
Stafford Crown Court heard that officers were made aware of a fire in Fairfield Guest House in Lichfield Road at 2.20am on February 6.
The fire ripped through the ground floor of the guest house and caused significant damage to the building.
Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene and extinguished the blaze.
Detectives established that Groucutt had been asked to leave the guest house previously. He returned, forced entry and set a fire in an unoccupied bedroom.
Groucutt was seen entering and leaving the hotel wearing gloves and had changed his clothes before he left.
He was sentenced to four years and four months in prison on September 3.
Detective Constable Aaron Evans, of Staffordshire Police, said: “This was a calculated and planned attack which put the other guests in real danger. Thankfully due to the swift actions of the residents and management after hearing the fire alarms nobody was harmed.
“Groucutt presented a real risk not only to the guests but the wider community of Stafford.”


birminghammail--2020-09-11--'You will know somebody that will die' - stark warning to residents

A top councillor has issued a stark warning to residents after it was announced that Sandwell will go into a local lockdown next week .
The borough is one of three areas across the West Midlands which will see new restrictions imposed .
Sandwell , Brimingham and Solihull will go into lockdown from Tuesday , September 15 , and will face a ban on household visitors .
Anyone caught flouting the new rule could face fines of up to £200 .
If caught , they would be first advised and then , if they failed to heed advice , could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fine of £100 , rising to £200 .
However , families and friends will still be able to socialise and mix at places such as pubs , bars and restaurants - despite the ban on going to each others homes .
Residents in the effected areas will still be able to go out shopping and go to work or school .
Councillor Maria Crompton , deputy leader of Sandwell Borough Council , delivered a blunt but stark message to the public , warning that the virus is deadly and 'you will know someone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ The message to families is Covid-19 can kill .
It is fatal .
“ You will know a family or somebody very close very shortly that will die .
I am sorry if I am blunt but people have become complacent .
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A top councillor has issued a stark warning to residents after it was announced that Sandwell will go into a local lockdown next week.
The borough is one of three areas across the West Midlands which will see new restrictions imposed.
Sandwell, Brimingham and Solihull will go into lockdown from Tuesday, September 15, and will face a ban on household visitors.
Anyone caught flouting the new rule could face fines of up to £200.
If caught, they would be first advised and then, if they failed to heed advice, could be subject to a penalty notice and fine of £100, rising to £200.
However, families and friends will still be able to socialise and mix at places such as pubs, bars and restaurants - despite the ban on going to each others homes.
Residents in the effected areas will still be able to go out shopping and go to work or school.
Councillor Maria Crompton, deputy leader of Sandwell Borough Council, delivered a blunt but stark message to the public, warning that the virus is deadly and 'you will know someone that will die'.
Cllr Crompton said: “The message to families is Covid-19 can kill. It is fatal.
“You will know a family or somebody very close very shortly that will die. I am sorry if I am blunt but people have become complacent.”


birminghammail--2020-09-11--Fury and confusion as Matt Hancock appeared to announce pub ban for Birmingham

There was turmoil this evening after Health Secretary Matt Hancock imposed stricter lockdown rules on Birmingham , Solihull and Sandwell than expected - including a BAN on people from different households meeting up in pubs and restaurants .
The Health Secretary announced , as expected , that the three council areas would face new restrictions .
But instead of limiting mixing in homes and gardens , as expected and widely announced this afternoon , his release instead announced : Birmingham , Sandwell and Solihull moved to areas of intervention , with residents told not to meet with people from outside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the virus This raised the spectre of families not just being banned from meeting up at home , but also in pubs , restaurants and other social settings .
`` We understand the restrictions are being enhanced in Birmingham to include households being banned from mixing in hospitality venues , cafes , pubs and restaurants .
`` This is not what we had understood up until 4pm this afternoon and not what was discussed in Gold Command or at any point with us this week .
`` We are deeply concerned that this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ particularly on our hospitality industry and night time economy that we have not been able to plan for in the city .
`` When this is announced , we request that small grants , enhanced support , and the financial aid package is extended to Birmingham in a similar way as elsewhere .
`` We are deeply disappointed in this last minute major change to the rules and hope that government will be more frank with us about their intentions in future partnership working .
This has been incredibly disruptive for Birmingham today @ @ @ @ @ @ @ amongst businesses , and has fragmented our previously positive working relationship . ''
His deputy Brigid Jones wrote on Twitter : `` We are urgently seeking clarity on what is happening and will update as soon as we can shed more light .
“ We know everyone is confused about the new restrictions in Birmingham .
We are also confused .
We have been seeking confirmation from government for the last few hours as the messages we are hearing are a ) contradictory and b ) NOT what was discussed with Birmingham City @ @ @ @ @ @ @ know mixing of households in homes and gardens won ’ t be allowed .
But we have been given mixed messages all afternoon about the government ’ s last minute suggestion that this may ( or may not ) include hospitality venues too . ''
At 7.30pm tonight Cllr Ward tweeted this : `` To clarify the situation , we have now agreed with Government that the household restrictions which will come into force next Tuesday will not affect the hospitality sector ( bars restaurants and cafes ) . ''
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There was turmoil this evening after Health Secretary Matt Hancock imposed stricter lockdown rules on Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell than expected - including a BAN on people from different households meeting up in pubs and restaurants.
The Health Secretary announced, as expected, that the three council areas would face new restrictions.
But instead of limiting mixing in homes and gardens, as expected and widely announced this afternoon, his release instead announced:
Birmingham, Sandwell and Solihull moved to areas of intervention, with residents told not to meet with people from outside their households to control the spread of the virus
This raised the spectre of families not just being banned from meeting up at home, but also in pubs, restaurants and other social settings.
The confusion triggered a furious response locally.
Birmingham city council leader Ian Ward fired off this email:
"We understand the restrictions are being enhanced in Birmingham to include households being banned from mixing in hospitality venues, cafes, pubs and restaurants.
"This is not what we had understood up until 4pm this afternoon and not what was discussed in Gold Command or at any point with us this week.
"We are deeply concerned that this will have a significant additional economic impact particularly on our hospitality industry and night time economy that we have not been able to plan for in the city.
"When this is announced, we request that small grants, enhanced support, and the financial aid package is extended to Birmingham in a similar way as elsewhere.
"We are deeply disappointed in this last minute major change to the rules and hope that government will be more frank with us about their intentions in future partnership working. This has been incredibly disruptive for Birmingham today, creating confusion across the city and amongst businesses, and has fragmented our previously positive working relationship."
His deputy Brigid Jones wrote on Twitter: "We are urgently seeking clarity on what is happening and will update as soon as we can shed more light.
“We know everyone is confused about the new restrictions in Birmingham. We are also confused. We have been seeking confirmation from government for the last few hours as the messages we are hearing are a) contradictory and b) NOT what was discussed with Birmingham City Council all week.
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“We do know mixing of households in homes and gardens won’t be allowed. But we have been given mixed messages all afternoon about the government’s last minute suggestion that this may (or may not) include hospitality venues too."
At 7.30pm tonight Cllr Ward tweeted this: "To clarify the situation, we have now agreed with Government that the household restrictions which will come into force next Tuesday will not affect the hospitality sector (bars restaurants and cafes)."
We will bring you a fuller update as soon as we can - follow our live blog for details.


birminghammail--2020-09-11--Emi Martinez not in Arsenal squad for Fulham amid Aston Villa interest - reports

Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has reportedly been left out of Saturday 's clash with Fulham ( 12.30pm ) .
Martinez is being linked with a move to Aston Villa while Premier League rivals Brighton and Hove Albion have now entered the race .
According to The Guardian , Mikel Arteta has taken the decision to leave Martinez out of the matchday squad for tomorrow 's Premier League 2020-21 season opener .
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Now Martinez , who ended the season well with Arsenal when he deputised for the injured Bernd Leno , appears to be on the way out of the Emirates Stadium .
It is being reported that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Argentinian , who is said to be valued at around £20 million .
And Arsenal fans have been reacting to the development .
Sign up for our Villa newsletter with your email in the box at the top of the page or click here '' We should sell this guy for a good money , '' one fan said .
`` I like the transfer competition . ''
`` Very sad to see him go after his heroics when Leno got injured but if the money can go towards Thomas Partey or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ done , '' another supporter added .
A third fan said : `` This money better go towards a midfielder . ''
`` Bidding war ! ''
said another .
`` £25m and I ’ m gassed , '' while a fifth fan said : `` Gutted we are seemingly selling Martinez . ''

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birminghammail--2020-09-11--EuroMillions results live: Winning numbers for Friday, September 11 2020

Feeling lucky this Friday ?
Has work made you consider quitting and fancy living off your own income ?
Well , if you win EuroMillions , that could be a reality .
Tonight 's jackpot is a staggering £36m and if you win you could change your life .
Many people would n't know what to do with that staggering amount of money and all you have to do is match all five numbers plus the lucky stars to become a winner .
Does that sound good to you ?
Imagine the things that you could buy with it - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the world or a fancy new car to show off to your friends and family .
All you have to do is visit the National Lottery website and buy a ticket .
It costs £2.50 to play and when you buy one , you are automatically entered into the Millionaire Maker draw which rewards someone a guaranteed £1million .
But be quick - you have until 7.30pm to buy your ticket and the draw will take place at 8.45pm .
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Feeling lucky this Friday? Has work made you consider quitting and fancy living off your own income?
Well, if you win EuroMillions, that could be a reality. Tonight's jackpot is a staggering £36m and if you win you could change your life.
Many people wouldn't know what to do with that staggering amount of money and all you have to do is match all five numbers plus the lucky stars to become a winner.
Does that sound good to you?
Imagine the things that you could buy with it - a new home, a holiday around the world or a fancy new car to show off to your friends and family.
All you have to do is visit the National Lottery website and buy a ticket. It costs £2.50 to play and when you buy one, you are automatically entered into the Millionaire Maker draw which rewards someone a guaranteed £1million.
But be quick - you have until 7.30pm to buy your ticket and the draw will take place at 8.45pm.
We're covering this event live so we will let you know the winning numbers when they are drawn.


birminghammail--2020-09-11--Mapped – county schools hit by positive and suspected Covid cases

Hundreds of pupils and some staff at schools across Worcestershire are now self-isolating after positive or suspected Covid-19 cases have been identified .
Children and adults at six schools in the county – with pupils affected in half the county ’ s districts .
Three in the Bromsgrove district , one in Pebworth in Wychavon , one in Stourport in Wyre Forest , one in Worcester – have now been told to quarantine at home after two positive cases have been identified , others showing Covid symptoms at other sites .
Two more schools – Burlish Park Primary School in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , were confirmed to have pupils off due to Covid concerns on Friday ( September 11 ) .
They join four other schools , including Bromsgrove schools Rigby Hall School in Rigby Lane and Millfields First School , in Swift Close , and Woodrush High School in Hollywood , Wythall , the first to report Covid concerns – in the same district .
Along with Pebworth First School in Pebworth village in the south eastern corner of the county .
Burlish Park Primary School , has a bubble with 60 reception pupils self-isolating @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Director for Public Health for Worcestershire , said : “ An individual from Burlish Park Primary School has tested positive for Covid-19 .
“ This case was quickly identified , and the school is being supported by Public Health .
Additional measures have been put in place to protect the school and help minimise any further disruption .
“ The bubble which contains 60 reception children is now self-isolating for 14 days in line with guidance.
” Perdiswell Primary School has a pop-up for visitors to its website which states : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your household displays symptoms of coronavirus , please do not enter the school site .
Please call 101 to arrange to be tested.
” “ This case was quickly identified , and the school is being supported by Public Health .
“ Additional measures have been put in place to protect the school and help minimise any further disruption .
“ The bubble is now self-isolating for 14 days in line with guidance.
” In both the latest cases Dr Cobain said : “ Pupils will continue their learning through remote access.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Covid-19 rates rocket in a week – leading to widespread restrictions on hospital and care home visits being announced on Friday ( September 11 ) .
Malvern Hills has seen positive Covid cases increase 10-fold from 3.8 per 100,000 in the seven days to August 31 , to 35.6 as at September 7 –the latest data .
Bromsgrove too has seen a spike to 29 cases per 100,000 from just nine a week before .
Wychavon , which includes Evesham , Droitwich and Pershore , has seen rates jump from 6.2 to 23.2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per 100k , Redditch has seen a slight drop to 9.4 from 12.9 , while Wyre Forest , which includes Kidderminster , Stourport and Bewdley , has the lowest rate in the West Midlands at 7.9 per 100k down from 8.9 .
Birmingham introduced a local lockdown on Friday – with its rate of 85.4 cases per 100,000 ( up from 32 ) the second highest in the country behind Bolton which has a staggering 160.7 positive Covid cases per 100,000 ( from 80 ) .
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Hundreds of pupils and some staff at schools across Worcestershire are now self-isolating after positive or suspected Covid-19 cases have been identified.
Children and adults at six schools in the county – with pupils affected in half the county’s districts.
Three in the Bromsgrove district, one in Pebworth in Wychavon, one in Stourport in Wyre Forest, one in Worcester – have now been told to quarantine at home after two positive cases have been identified, others showing Covid symptoms at other sites.
Two more schools – Burlish Park Primary School in Stourport-on-Severn and Perdiswell Primary School in Worcester, were confirmed to have pupils off due to Covid concerns on Friday (September 11).
They join four other schools, including Bromsgrove schools Rigby Hall School in Rigby Lane and Millfields First School, in Swift Close, and Woodrush High School in Hollywood, Wythall, the first to report Covid concerns – in the same district.
Along with Pebworth First School in Pebworth village in the south eastern corner of the county.
Burlish Park Primary School, has a bubble with 60 reception pupils self-isolating for two weeks.
Dr Kathryn Cobain, Director for Public Health for Worcestershire, said: “An individual from Burlish Park Primary School has tested positive for Covid-19.
“This case was quickly identified, and the school is being supported by Public Health. Additional measures have been put in place to protect the school and help minimise any further disruption.
“The bubble which contains 60 reception children is now self-isolating for 14 days in line with guidance.”
Perdiswell Primary School has a pop-up for visitors to its website which states: “If your child or any member of your household displays symptoms of coronavirus, please do not enter the school site. Please call 101 to arrange to be tested.”
Dr Cobain added: “An individual from Perdiswell Primary School tested positive for Covid-19.
“This case was quickly identified, and the school is being supported by Public Health.
“Additional measures have been put in place to protect the school and help minimise any further disruption.
“The bubble is now self-isolating for 14 days in line with guidance.”
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In both the latest cases Dr Cobain said: “Pupils will continue their learning through remote access.”
Three areas of Worcestershire have seen positive Covid-19 rates rocket in a week – leading to widespread restrictions on hospital and care home visits being announced on Friday (September 11).
Malvern Hills has seen positive Covid cases increase 10-fold from 3.8 per 100,000 in the seven days to August 31, to 35.6 as at September 7 –the latest data.
Bromsgrove too has seen a spike to 29 cases per 100,000 from just nine a week before.
Wychavon, which includes Evesham, Droitwich and Pershore, has seen rates jump from 6.2 to 23.2.
Worcester has remained steady at 9.9 per 100k, Redditch has seen a slight drop to 9.4 from 12.9, while Wyre Forest, which includes Kidderminster, Stourport and Bewdley, has the lowest rate in the West Midlands at 7.9 per 100k down from 8.9.
Birmingham introduced a local lockdown on Friday – with its rate of 85.4 cases per 100,000 (up from 32) the second highest in the country behind Bolton which has a staggering 160.7 positive Covid cases per 100,000 (from 80).
Has your child's school had a confirmed case? Let us know via: nick.horner@reachplc.com


birminghammail--2020-09-11--Mbwana Samatta will be allowed to leave Villa if Odsonne Edouard joins - reports

Aston Villa striker Mbwana Samatta continues to be linked with a move away from Villa Park .
Now it is being claimed in the Turkish press that , should Dean Smith land £40 million Odsonne Edouard from Celtic , Samatta will be allowed to leave after only nine months at the club with Besiktas said to be keen Turkish outlet Fotospor , via Sport Witness , are reporting that Samatta will be made available for loan if Edouard does indeed arrive from Neil Lennon 's side .
Edouard has been heavily linked with a move to Villa as well as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Newcasle United and Crystal Palace .
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Smith currently has Samatta , Keinan Davis , Wesley Moraes and club-record signing Ollie Watkins who joined Villa @ @ @ @ @ @ @ week .
Samatta was an £8.5m arrival from Genk in January as Smith looked to try and compensate for a serious knee injury suffered on New Year 's Day to Wesley .
Davis ended the campaign without a Premier League goal while Watkins is untested at top flight level .
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it might be luck or hard work or both but I am happy with what I have achieved .
`` I have not yet reached where I want to be .
However , I take this opportunity to challenge all the upcoming players to give their best knowing they can achieve their dreams .
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birminghammail--2020-09-11--Health Secretary Matt Hancock explains Birmingham coronavirus lockdown

Health Secretary Matt Hancock has officially published the new lockdown rules coming into force in Birmingham , Sandwell and Solihull on Tuesday September 15 .
In a statement from the Department of Health and Social Care , he confirmed that Birmingham , Sandwell and Solihull have been named `` areas of intervention '' , with residents told not to meet with people from outside their households to control the spread of the virus .
These changes are in addition to the nationwide , 6 person limit on social gatherings that will come into place on Monday .
This rule is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sit alongside additional restrictions in some local areas , such as banning mixing between different households .
Mr Hancock said : `` The reinforcement of the nationwide rule of 6 for social gatherings sends a clear signal to us all - the whole country must continue to stay vigilant and practice social distancing to beat this virus .
`` After seeing cases in the West Midlands continue to rise , the decision has been taken in collaboration with local leaders to ban households mixing in Birmingham , Sandwell and Solihull .
We never @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can spread the virus quickly , and we need residents to abide by the new rules to break the chains of transmission . ''
He added : `` We will not hesitate to take further action if needed , and my appeal to you all is to get a test if you are symptomatic , stay at home if you are required to self-isolate , and to constantly think : hands , face , space .
Only then can we avoid further restrictions , and return to a sense of normality '' .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ lawfully ban residents in Birmingham , Sandwell and Solihull from socialising with people outside their households in private homes and gardens If you live in one of the affected areas , in order to help prevent the spread of coronavirus , from Tuesday you must not : • Host people you do not live with in your home or garden , unless they ’ re in your support bubble • Meet people you do not live with in their home or garden , whether inside or outside of the affected area , unless @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This does not apply to places of work , schools or childcare .
The Government says this decision has been made in collaboration with local leaders , who are considering additional local measures to tackle an increase in the number of cases .
Stoke on Trent remains on the watchlist as an area of concern .
In the North East region , South Tyneside , Sunderland , Gateshead and Newcastle upon Tyne have been added to the watchlist as areas of enhanced support .
Hartlepool has been added to the watchlist as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the watchlist an area of concern .

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Health Secretary Matt Hancock has officially published the new lockdown rules coming into force in Birmingham, Sandwell and Solihull on Tuesday September 15.
In a statement from the Department of Health and Social Care, he confirmed that Birmingham, Sandwell and Solihull have been named "areas of intervention", with residents told not to meet with people from outside their households to control the spread of the virus.
These changes are in addition to the nationwide, 6 person limit on social gatherings that will come into place on Monday. This rule is in place across the country and will sit alongside additional restrictions in some local areas, such as banning mixing between different households.
Mr Hancock said: "The reinforcement of the nationwide rule of 6 for social gatherings sends a clear signal to us all - the whole country must continue to stay vigilant and practice social distancing to beat this virus.
"After seeing cases in the West Midlands continue to rise, the decision has been taken in collaboration with local leaders to ban households mixing in Birmingham, Sandwell and Solihull. We never take these decisions lightly but social gatherings can spread the virus quickly, and we need residents to abide by the new rules to break the chains of transmission."
He added: "We will not hesitate to take further action if needed, and my appeal to you all is to get a test if you are symptomatic, stay at home if you are required to self-isolate, and to constantly think: hands, face, space. Only then can we avoid further restrictions, and return to a sense of normality".
On Tuesday 15 September, regulations will lawfully ban residents in Birmingham, Sandwell and Solihull from socialising with people outside their households in private homes and gardens
If you live in one of the affected areas, in order to help prevent the spread of coronavirus, from Tuesday you must not:
Host people you do not live with in your home or garden, unless they’re in your support bubble
Meet people you do not live with in their home or garden, whether inside or outside of the affected area, unless they’re in your support bubble.
This does not apply to places of work, schools or childcare.
The Government says this decision has been made in collaboration with local leaders, who are considering additional local measures to tackle an increase in the number of cases.
Stoke on Trent remains on the watchlist as an area of concern.
In the North East region, South Tyneside, Sunderland, Gateshead and Newcastle upon Tyne have been added to the watchlist as areas of enhanced support. Hartlepool has been added to the watchlist as an area of concern and Middlesbrough remains on the watchlist an area of concern.


birminghammail--2020-09-11--Aston Villa learn key transfer update involving Emiliano Martinez

Aston Villa are yet to meet Arsenal 's £20 million asking price for goalkeeper Emi Martinez , with Premier League rivals Brighton entering the race for the Argentinan .
The 28-year-old looks all the more likely to quit the Emirates knowing German Bernd Leno is Mikel Arteta 's No.1 stopper - that 's despite Martinez enjoying a fine end to 2019/20 .
Dean Smith remains hopeful a deal for Martinez will be concluded in the coming days with the Villa chief keen to add Premier League know-how between the sticks given the absence of Tom Heaton for another six to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a bid knocked back by the Gunners but , according to our colleagues at football.london , the proposed transfer will gather momentum with suggestions the goalkeeper will be left out of Arsenal 's squad for Fulham tomorrow ( SAT ) .
Arsenal correspondent James Benge told us : `` Emi Martinez situation moving very quickly as clubs vie to secure his signature .
Arsenal 's price tag is £20 million and , so far , that has n't been met , though indications are that may change soon .
Sign up to our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ former Brentford hotshot takes the mantle from Wesley Moraes , and big things are expected of the winger/striker at Villa Park .
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`` Aston Villa and Brighton offering personal terms that are agreeable for Martinez .
Brighton have come in with an offer to Martinez this week in a bid to beat Villa , who had been well on track to securing Martinez ’ s signature @ @ @ @ @ @ @ secure his signature , they ’ ve done a lot of ground work over recent weeks .
They ’ re at the head of the race but , as football.london reported would happen on Sunday , interest has grown in Martinez with Arsenal unable to guarantee his starting berth . ''
Arsenal boss Arteta was asked about the Martinez situation given Villa 's interest in his pre-Fulham press conference earlier today .
He said : `` Again , I can not stop all the speculation that we have about players coming in and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do n't want to comment on any individuals at the moment without having the right answers . ''
Arteta added : `` No , I do n't treat the goalkeeping position any differently to the others .
I think the one that in my opinion is training better with the goalkeeping coach has the better chance to start tomorrow and my decision will be consistent like that throughout this season . ''

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Aston Villa are yet to meet Arsenal's £20 million asking price for goalkeeper Emi Martinez, with Premier League rivals Brighton entering the race for the Argentinan.
The 28-year-old looks all the more likely to quit the Emirates knowing German Bernd Leno is Mikel Arteta's No.1 stopper - that's despite Martinez enjoying a fine end to 2019/20.
Dean Smith remains hopeful a deal for Martinez will be concluded in the coming days with the Villa chief keen to add Premier League know-how between the sticks given the absence of Tom Heaton for another six to seven weeks.
Villa have reportedly had a bid knocked back by the Gunners but, according to our colleagues at football.london, the proposed transfer will gather momentum with suggestions the goalkeeper will be left out of Arsenal's squad for Fulham tomorrow (SAT).
Arsenal correspondent James Benge told us: "Emi Martinez situation moving very quickly as clubs vie to secure his signature. Arsenal's price tag is £20 million and, so far, that hasn't been met, though indications are that may change soon.
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"Aston Villa and Brighton offering personal terms that are agreeable for Martinez. Brighton have come in with an offer to Martinez this week in a bid to beat Villa, who had been well on track to securing Martinez’s signature.
"Villa are still well-placed to secure his signature, they’ve done a lot of ground work over recent weeks. They’re at the head of the race but, as football.london reported would happen on Sunday, interest has grown in Martinez with Arsenal unable to guarantee his starting berth."
Arsenal boss Arteta was asked about the Martinez situation given Villa's interest in his pre-Fulham press conference earlier today.
He said: "Again, I cannot stop all the speculation that we have about players coming in and out. I will say that I don't want to comment on any individuals at the moment without having the right answers."
Arteta added: "No, I don't treat the goalkeeping position any differently to the others. I think the one that in my opinion is training better with the goalkeeping coach has the better chance to start tomorrow and my decision will be consistent like that throughout this season."


birminghammail--2020-09-11--Leicester boss Rodgers delivers verdict on West Brom

Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers has said that the experience of West Brom will make for a difficult game for his side .
The Baggies host Leicester in both clubs ' Premier League opener as the two teams look to kick off the 2020/21 season on a positive note .
Leicester finished in fifth place in the table last season , just missing out on a Champions League place after a poor run of form in the second half of the campaign .
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“ They ’ ve got an excellent manager , Slaven is somebody who is very experienced and worked in the Premier League before , ” he said in his pre-match press conference .
“ West Brom are a very , very good club who have been up and down in the last few years , but they are deemed a Premier League club .
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Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers has said that the experience of West Brom will make for a difficult game for his side.
The Baggies host Leicester in both clubs' Premier League opener as the two teams look to kick off the 2020/21 season on a positive note.
Leicester finished in fifth place in the table last season, just missing out on a Champions League place after a poor run of form in the second half of the campaign.
Meanwhile, West Brom will go into the game on a high after sealing promotion from the Championship last season.
Slaven Bilic led the Baggies back to the Premier League in his first attempt, and Rodgers believes that the experience of the 52-year-old could be crucial.
“They’ve got an excellent manager, Slaven is somebody who is very experienced and worked in the Premier League before,” he said in his pre-match press conference.
“West Brom are a very, very good club who have been up and down in the last few years, but they are deemed a Premier League club.
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“So, an experienced manager, some very very good players, players with experience as well, some of the guys; Charlie Austin, Hal Robson Kanu, who has of course been in the Premier League, Jake Livermore.
“Guys with experience, so it will of course be a difficult game for us, but will prepare for that.”
The two sides last met in March 2018, when Leicester came away from the Hawthorns as 4-1 winners.


birminghammail--2020-09-11--£100 fines threat for people who break household ban rules

New rules banning households meeting up at home in Birmingham , Solihull and Sandwell will be backed up by a threat of a £100 fine , we can confirm .
West Midlands Police will have the power to issue fines from Tuesday ( September 15 ) when new regulations come into force banning people visiting each other at home .
The news comes as the 1.5 million residents of the three areas prepare for new lockdown restrictions amid soaring cases and rising hospital admissions .
The crackdown has been introduced amid a huge rise in city coronavirus infections .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ least three weeks '' - and if rates do not fall more measures could follow .
An announcement was made at a briefing in Birmingham this afternoon hosted by mayor Andy Street .
This afternoon , Birmingham 's public health director Dr Justin Varney confirmed that while the hope was that people would follow the guidance voluntarily , the measure also has `` teeth '' .
Anyone found to be flouting the rules would be first advised and then , if they failed to heed advice , could be subject to a penalty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to £200 .
This is in line with similar rules on social contact restrictions that were introduced in Greater Manchester , he said .
He said : `` We know people want to do the right thing .
We are not crying wolf - this is deadly serious .
But if people are not following the guidance then they will be fined .
`` We know people will be sensible . ''
He added : `` Look , we will not be rushing out to knock on doors on Tuesday and check who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fines where it is blatantly being ignored .
`` It is vital people do the right thing while at home . ''
Dr Varney , responsible for the public health of Birmingham 's 1.1 million residents , said the restriction had not been introduced lightly .
But he said all the evidence was that transmission in households was behind many of the clusters of cases across the city and in neighbouring areas .
`` When we visit a pub or restaurant or other Covid secure location , we are distanced , we sanitise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ assessed and , in some locations , wear face coverings .
`` When at home we are more relaxed , it is easy to not religiously adhere to those guidelines - we forget or are just unable to keep our distance , exchange handshakes and hugs , pass around food and drinks , or forget to clean light switches or door handles .
`` We are seeing multiple cases linked to household transmission .
`` That is why we are now saying to everyone - the only people in your home , from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , should be members of your house who live with you .
They are the only people who can be there . ''
Chief Constable Dave Thompson said his officers would be supporting the councils to fulfil the regulations .
`` We are asking for some thought for the public about what they report .
When ( similar ) measures were introduced in Manchester 999 calls went up by 30 % .
`` We have to maintain our emergency role so we would ask people to make reports about this online , not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to understand our challenges .
`` Of course it is irritating when we go out or hear of other people not complying when we are trying very hard to . ''
So the police 's role would be to continue to engage and to target resources in hotspot areas , he said .
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`` There will be a need for us to enforce in particular locations and areas , '' he warned .
This would be in line with advice and information about public health issues and hotspots .
`` The police finds itself in unprecedented territory here on public health issues .
`` People need to take personal responsibility - it 's very important that people understand our approach is to always work with communities .
`` We are doing this to protect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ police were also very mindful of the risk of appearing to be acting 'disproportionately ' in some areas more than others and would persist with seeking to encourage compliance and use enforcement as a last resort .
Public Health England data showed that Birmingham had the second highest seven-day infection rate in England , after Bolton , which is under a fuller lockdown .
Rates are also rocketing in Sandwell and Solihull .

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New rules banning households meeting up at home in Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell will be backed up by a threat of a £100 fine, we can confirm.
West Midlands Police will have the power to issue fines from Tuesday (September 15) when new regulations come into force banning people visiting each other at home.
The news comes as the 1.5 million residents of the three areas prepare for new lockdown restrictions amid soaring cases and rising hospital admissions.
The crackdown has been introduced amid a huge rise in city coronavirus infections.
The restriction is likely to last "at least three weeks" - and if rates do not fall more measures could follow.
An announcement was made at a briefing in Birmingham this afternoon hosted by mayor Andy Street.
This afternoon, Birmingham's public health director Dr Justin Varney confirmed that while the hope was that people would follow the guidance voluntarily, the measure also has "teeth".
Anyone found to be flouting the rules would be first advised and then, if they failed to heed advice, could be subject to a penalty notice and fine of £100, rising to £200.
This is in line with similar rules on social contact restrictions that were introduced in Greater Manchester, he said.
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He said: "We know people want to do the right thing. We are not crying wolf - this is deadly serious. But if people are not following the guidance then they will be fined.
"We know people will be sensible."
He added: "Look, we will not be rushing out to knock on doors on Tuesday and check who is there but the regulations allow for fines where it is blatantly being ignored.
"It is vital people do the right thing while at home."
Dr Varney, responsible for the public health of Birmingham's 1.1 million residents, said the restriction had not been introduced lightly.
But he said all the evidence was that transmission in households was behind many of the clusters of cases across the city and in neighbouring areas.
"When we visit a pub or restaurant or other Covid secure location, we are distanced, we sanitise regularly, places are clean and risk assessed and, in some locations, wear face coverings.
"When at home we are more relaxed, it is easy to not religiously adhere to those guidelines - we forget or are just unable to keep our distance, exchange handshakes and hugs, pass around food and drinks, or forget to clean light switches or door handles.
"We are seeing multiple cases linked to household transmission.
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"That is why we are now saying to everyone - the only people in your home, from the front gate to the back wall, should be members of your house who live with you. They are the only people who can be there."
Chief Constable Dave Thompson said his officers would be supporting the councils to fulfil the regulations.
"We are asking for some thought for the public about what they report. When (similar) measures were introduced in Manchester 999 calls went up by 30%.
"We have to maintain our emergency role so we would ask people to make reports about this online, not via 999.
"People also need to understand our challenges.
"Of course it is irritating when we go out or hear of other people not complying when we are trying very hard to."
So the police's role would be to continue to engage and to target resources in hotspot areas, he said.
He said the force would continue to target illegal parties and raves, using the powers introduced last month, including £10,000 fines, while also, from Tuesday, looking at household restrictions.
"There will be a need for us to enforce in particular locations and areas," he warned.
This would be in line with advice and information about public health issues and hotspots.
"The police finds itself in unprecedented territory here on public health issues.
"People need to take personal responsibility - it's very important that people understand our approach is to always work with communities.
"We are doing this to protect communities."
But he added the police were also very mindful of the risk of appearing to be acting 'disproportionately' in some areas more than others and would persist with seeking to encourage compliance and use enforcement as a last resort.
Public Health England data showed that Birmingham had the second highest seven-day infection rate in England, after Bolton, which is under a fuller lockdown. Rates are also rocketing in Sandwell and Solihull.
Read our full live coverage here.


birminghammail--2020-09-11--Confusion and anger as Sandwell goes into lockdown

Residents have reacted with disappointment and confusion after new lockdown restrictions were announced for Sandwell along with Birmingham and Solihull .
The new measures mean households in the three areas will no longer be allowed to mix .
However , the lockdown will not be enforced until Tuesday , September 15 - which sparked sarcastic responses such as 'at least we ’ re all safe from the virus until Tuesday ' .
Chris Lepkowski , from Walsall , has expressed his concern after the new measures will mean he wo n't be able to visit his mum at her home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Walsall border .
Speaking to Black Country Live , he said : `` I live in Walsall but my mum lives on the Walsall and Sandwell border , so from Tuesday I wo n't be able to visit her .
`` I 'm her main go to for shopping or bits around the house .
It 's not great these restrictions , you 're at the mercy of where you live .
If my mum lived in the next road down she would be in Walsall .
You can either cross the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the restrictions .
`` If I wanted to meet my mum in the pub I could but I ca n't go to her house .
I think there is a lot of confusion around .
We all want to return to some kind of normality but we ca n't .
People do n't know what they can and ca n't do . ''
The public took to social media to express their opinions on the new rules .
@ craftycarper82 tweeted : `` So if you live in Birmingham , Solihull or Sandwell @ @ @ @ @ @ @ house but you can go to work , school , college , university , pub , restaurant etc .
How do you make sense of this nonsense ? ''
@ hannahahahahah_said : `` So people in Birmingham , Sandwell and Solihull can ’ t mix households but students are still expected to go to school and share classrooms of up to around 30 people and be in an environment where social distancing is hard to adhere to ?
`` Where ’ s the sense in that ? ''
Other residents were unsure of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them when they come in to force , with one commenter asking if West Bromwich was included .

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Residents have reacted with disappointment and confusion after new lockdown restrictions were announced for Sandwell along with Birmingham and Solihull.
The new measures mean households in the three areas will no longer be allowed to mix.
However, the lockdown will not be enforced until Tuesday, September 15 - which sparked sarcastic responses such as 'at least we’re all safe from the virus until Tuesday'.
Chris Lepkowski, from Walsall, has expressed his concern after the new measures will mean he won't be able to visit his mum at her home due to her living on the Sandwell and Walsall border.
Speaking to Black Country Live, he said: "I live in Walsall but my mum lives on the Walsall and Sandwell border, so from Tuesday I won't be able to visit her.
"I'm her main go to for shopping or bits around the house. It's not great these restrictions, you're at the mercy of where you live. If my mum lived in the next road down she would be in Walsall. You can either cross the road and be safe or be in the restrictions.
"If I wanted to meet my mum in the pub I could but I can't go to her house. I think there is a lot of confusion around. We all want to return to some kind of normality but we can't. People don't know what they can and can't do."
The public took to social media to express their opinions on the new rules. @craftycarper82 tweeted: "So if you live in Birmingham, Solihull or Sandwell you can't go to a mates house but you can go to work, school, college, university, pub, restaurant etc. How do you make sense of this nonsense?"
@hannahahahahah_said: "So people in Birmingham, Sandwell and Solihull can’t mix households but students are still expected to go to school and share classrooms of up to around 30 people and be in an environment where social distancing is hard to adhere to?
"Where’s the sense in that?"
Other residents were unsure of whether the new rules would apply to them when they come in to force, with one commenter asking if West Bromwich was included.


birminghammail--2020-09-11--'Not for sale' warning issued - and it could affect Villa deal

Arsenal have been dealt a major blow in their bid to sign a replacement for Aston Villa target Emiliano Martinez .
Villa are believed to be making progress in their pursuit of Argentina goalkeeper Martinez and the transfer just needs to be signed off by Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta .
However , the man Arteta has lined up to replace Martinez as his number two at The Emirates , David Raya , is ‘ not for sale ’ according to Brentford head coach Thomas Frank .
Spanish stopper Raya was one of the Bees ’ best performers last season and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Bernd Leno .
But Frank , while addressing rumours surrounding Said Benrahma earlier today , appeared to rule out the sale of Raya .
Speaking to football.london , Frank said : `` If the price is right for [ Benrahma ] we 're open because that 's the way the club operates .
The rest are not for sale . ''
He then clarified that Raya , whose error saw Fulham take the lead in the play-off final but was one of the club 's best performers last season , is included @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it affects Villa ’ s pursuit of Martinez remains to be seen but without the acquisition of Raya , his departure would leave Arteta with just one senior goalkeeper .

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Arsenal have been dealt a major blow in their bid to sign a replacement for Aston Villa target Emiliano Martinez.
Villa are believed to be making progress in their pursuit of Argentina goalkeeper Martinez and the transfer just needs to be signed off by Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta.
However, the man Arteta has lined up to replace Martinez as his number two at The Emirates, David Raya, is ‘not for sale’ according to Brentford head coach Thomas Frank.
Spanish stopper Raya was one of the Bees’ best performers last season and Arteta wants him to play second fiddle to Bernd Leno.
But Frank, while addressing rumours surrounding Said Benrahma earlier today, appeared to rule out the sale of Raya.
Speaking to football.london, Frank said: "If the price is right for [Benrahma] we're open because that's the way the club operates. The rest are not for sale."
He then clarified that Raya, whose error saw Fulham take the lead in the play-off final but was one of the club's best performers last season, is included in ‘the rest’.
Whether it affects Villa’s pursuit of Martinez remains to be seen but without the acquisition of Raya, his departure would leave Arteta with just one senior goalkeeper.