birminghammail--2020-08-06--Netflix customers issued urgent warning as scam emerges

Many of us love a good film or series on Netflix as do millions worldwide but customers are now being warned about a new scam .
More than 2,000 reports have been received by Action Fraud about bogus emails from Netflix , the Express writes .
The scam correspondence leads to official-looking sites but that 's where the similarities end as the sites are set up to steal personal and financial information .
On the Action Fraud Twitter account yesterday ( August 5 ) , a post read : `` UPDATE : We have received over 2,000 reports about these @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 've been sent one , do n't take the bait !
`` The links in the emails lead to genuine-looking sites that are designed to steal your Netflix password , personal + financial information ! ''
The post went on to say : `` Watch out for these FAKE Netflix emails '' and warns that the scammers send an email stating the person 's Netflix account is `` on hold '' due to payment issues .
In the warning , Action Fraud , a national fraud and cyber centre , warns : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ organisation , wo n't ask you to share personal information over email or text . ''
`` If you need to check that it 's a genuine message , call them directly . ''
If you have had a suspicious email , forward it to the Suspicious Email Reporting Service ( SERS ) via Report @ phishing.gov.uk .
And The Netflix Help Centre also advises customers on how to spot phishing or suspicious emails or texts which claim to be from the firm .
It states : `` Did you receive an email @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Netflix username , password , or payment method ?
If so , it probably did not come from us . ''
The entertainment service goes further and says it will never ask for personal information by texts or email and would not request credit or debit card numbers , bank account details or passwords .
It added : `` We will never request payment through a 3rd party vendor or website .
`` If you receive a text or email requesting any of the above , it is not from Netflix . ''

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Many of us love a good film or series on Netflix as do millions worldwide but customers are now being warned about a new scam.
More than 2,000 reports have been received by Action Fraud about bogus emails from Netflix, the Express writes.
The scam correspondence leads to official-looking sites but that's where the similarities end as the sites are set up to steal personal and financial information.
On the Action Fraud Twitter account yesterday (August 5), a post read: "UPDATE: We have received over 2,000 reports about these FAKE Netflix emails.
"If you've been sent one, don't take the bait!
"The links in the emails lead to genuine-looking sites that are designed to steal your Netflix password, personal + financial information!"
The post went on to say: "Watch out for these FAKE Netflix emails" and warns that the scammers send an email stating the person's Netflix account is "on hold" due to payment issues.
In the warning, Action Fraud, a national fraud and cyber centre, warns: "Your bank, or any other official organisation, won't ask you to share personal information over email or text."
"If you need to check that it's a genuine message, call them directly."
If you have had a suspicious email, forward it to the Suspicious Email Reporting Service (SERS) via Report@phishing.gov.uk.
And The Netflix Help Centre also advises customers on how to spot phishing or suspicious emails or texts which claim to be from the firm.
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It states: "Did you receive an email or text (SMS) requesting your Netflix username, password, or payment method? If so, it probably did not come from us."
The entertainment service goes further and says it will never ask for personal information by texts or email and would not request credit or debit card numbers, bank account details or passwords.
It added: "We will never request payment through a 3rd party vendor or website.
"If you receive a text or email requesting any of the above, it is not from Netflix."


birminghammail--2020-08-06--Aston Villa transfer news and rumours live

Hello and welcome to Thursday 's LIVE Aston Villa coverage from BirminghamLive .
We will be keeping you right up @ @ @ @ @ latest Villa news and views as new signings and transfers continue to be linked to @ @ @ @ @ and Said Benrahma of Brentford are just two of the many names on the rumour @ @ @ @ @ to beat Fulham to a Premier League spot in the play-off final earlier this week @ @ @ @ @ Lange is the man tasked with delving into the market on Villa 's behalf this @ @ @ @ @ arm Dean Smith with the tools he needs to keep the club in the Premier @ @ @ @ @ centre-forward signing remains key to the club .
Jack Grealish continues to dominate Villa talk @ @ @ @ @ a big money move away this summer with Manchester United and Arsenal both linked .
@ @ @ @ @ today 's blog and be sure to check back for all the latest Villa transfer @ @ @ @

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Hello and welcome to Saturdays's LIVE Aston Villa coverage from BirminghamLive.
Right here, we'll be keeping you informed on all the key developments as Villa's transfer window ticks along.
All the latest Villa news, views rumours will be added to this live blog throughout the day, with new signings and transfers linked to the club.
Ollie Watkins and Said Benrahma still remain the key targets for Villa following Brentford's play-off final defeat earlier in the the week - so will be keeping a close eye on the situation concerning those two players.
They are just two names on the list though - with incoming technical director Johan Lange is the man tasked with delving into the market on Villa's behalf this summer as he looks to arm Dean Smith with the tools he needs to keep the club in the Premier League again - as a centre-forward signing remains key to the club.
On Friday, Rob Mackenzie joined Lange as the club's head of recruitment, the former Leicester City and Spurs guru will be part of Villa's revamped transfer strategy.
Criag Shakespeare was also announced as Smith looks to refresh his non-playing staff as well.
Jack Grealish continues to dominate Villa talk, the midfielder linked with a big money move away this summer with Manchester United and Arsenal both linked.
So stay with us on today's blog and be sure to check back for all the latest Villa transfer news and opinion.


birminghammail--2020-08-06--Eating too much rice 'could lead to cancer and heart diseases'

What could be easier than a simple , rice-based meal after a long day ?
The family staple is cheap and tasty but now experts are warning too much of the carbohydrate could be fatal .
Rice contains low-levels of arsenic and it 's believed too much exposure to this could be a factor in thousands of avoidable premature deaths each year , reports the Mirror .
Research from The University of Manchester and The University of Salford found prolonged exposure to low-levels of inorganic arsenic could lead to cancers and cardiovascular diseases .
Their findings were recently published in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Discounting major factors which contribute to cardiovascular disease , researchers found there was still a significant association between elevated cardiovascular mortality and the consumption of inorganic arsenic bearing rice .
Professor David Polya , from The University of Manchester , said : `` The type of study undertaken , an ecological study , has many limitations , but is a relatively inexpensive way of determining if there is plausible link between increased consumption of inorganic arsenic bearing rice and increased risk of cardiovascular disease .
`` The study suggests that the highest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Wales may plausibly be at greater risks of cardiovascular mortality due to inorganic arsenic exposure compared to the lowest 25 percent of rice consumers . ''
He adds : `` The modelled increased risk is around six percent ( with a confidence interval for this figure of two percent to 11 percent ) .
`` The increased risk modelled might also reflect in part a combination of the susceptibility , behaviours and treatment of those communities in England and Wales with relatively high rice diets . ''
The food is a staple @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worldwide but experts have not warned people to stop eating it .
Instead the advice is to eat types of rice that contain less inorganic arsenic such as basmati and polished rice as well as a balanced diet of staples .

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What could be easier than a simple, rice-based meal after a long day?
The family staple is cheap and tasty but now experts are warning too much of the carbohydrate could be fatal.
Rice contains low-levels of arsenic and it's believed too much exposure to this could be a factor in thousands of avoidable premature deaths each year, reports the Mirror.
Research from The University of Manchester and The University of Salford found prolonged exposure to low-levels of inorganic arsenic could lead to cancers and cardiovascular diseases.
Their findings were recently published in the journal Science of the Total Environment.
Discounting major factors which contribute to cardiovascular disease, researchers found there was still a significant association between elevated cardiovascular mortality and the consumption of inorganic arsenic bearing rice.
Professor David Polya, from The University of Manchester, said: "The type of study undertaken, an ecological study, has many limitations, but is a relatively inexpensive way of determining if there is plausible link between increased consumption of inorganic arsenic bearing rice and increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
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"The study suggests that the highest 25 percent of rice consumers in England and Wales may plausibly be at greater risks of cardiovascular mortality due to inorganic arsenic exposure compared to the lowest 25 percent of rice consumers."
He adds: "The modelled increased risk is around six percent (with a confidence interval for this figure of two percent to 11 percent).
"The increased risk modelled might also reflect in part a combination of the susceptibility, behaviours and treatment of those communities in England and Wales with relatively high rice diets."
The food is a staple dish for more than three billion people worldwide but experts have not warned people to stop eating it.
Instead the advice is to eat types of rice that contain less inorganic arsenic such as basmati and polished rice as well as a balanced diet of staples.


birminghammail--2020-08-06--Police still hunting hit-and-run fugitives after woman and dog mown down

Police are still hunting the occupants of a car caught on CCTV hitting a woman and her dog , as they walked along a quiet Great Barr lane .
The victims were struck from behind by a dark Renault Clio and sent flying into trees beside Doe Bank Lane .
But instead of stopping to help , crystal clear camera footage taken from nearby showed the three occupants of the car running from the scene .
Instead , an off-duty nurse helped the victim who was seriously injured in the collision .
Her beloved pet dog , Millie , died @ @ @ @ @ @ @ yesterday - August 5 - released the harrowing footage as they urged anyone with information on the July 22 crash to come forward .
The video - which you can watch above - was shared by BirminghamLive , with readers saying it was 'only a matter of time ' before they were recognised .
But more than 24 hours on , cops said no arrests had yet been made .
Instead , they reiterated their earlier appeal , telling anyone who recognises the trio to get in touch .
The West Midlands Police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just before 5pm on Wednesday , 22 July .
The crystal-clear CCTV footage shows a number of people running away from the scene .
We ’ re appealing to trace them , and need anyone with information to get in touch .
`` We ’ re also trying to find the black Astra that stops further down the road .
We believe the two cars were travelling together and the people are probably friends with each other .
`` Anyone with information is urged to get in touch via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` To remain 100 % anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 .
Tell them what you know , not who you are .
Please quote log 3677 of 22 July . ''

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Police are still hunting the occupants of a car caught on CCTV hitting a woman and her dog, as they walked along a quiet Great Barr lane.
The victims were struck from behind by a dark Renault Clio and sent flying into trees beside Doe Bank Lane.
But instead of stopping to help, crystal clear camera footage taken from nearby showed the three occupants of the car running from the scene.
Instead, an off-duty nurse helped the victim who was seriously injured in the collision. Her beloved pet dog, Millie, died at the roadside.
West Midlands Police yesterday - August 5 - released the harrowing footage as they urged anyone with information on the July 22 crash to come forward.
The video - which you can watch above - was shared by BirminghamLive, with readers saying it was 'only a matter of time' before they were recognised.
But more than 24 hours on, cops said no arrests had yet been made.
Instead, they reiterated their earlier appeal, telling anyone who recognises the trio to get in touch.
The West Midlands Police appeal read: "The collision happened just before 5pm on Wednesday, 22 July. The crystal-clear CCTV footage shows a number of people running away from the scene. We’re appealing to trace them, and need anyone with information to get in touch.
"We’re also trying to find the black Astra that stops further down the road. We believe the two cars were travelling together and the people are probably friends with each other.
"Anyone with information is urged to get in touch via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk 8am – midnight or call 101 anytime.
"To remain 100% anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Tell them what you know, not who you are. Please quote log 3677 of 22 July."


birminghammail--2020-08-06--Aston Villa offered update in the race for £16m Eberechi Eze

Crystal Palace remain the front-runners to sign QPR forward Eberechi Eze , according to reports .
Aston Villa have been linked with a move for the 22-year-old , after a hugely impressive season in the Championship , with the likes of Leeds United and Crystal Palace also interested .
West Brom are also tracking him , with reports earlier this week suggesting they have held 'informal talks ' with the player .
It is also understood , that Palace have had a bid rejected for Eze , with the Londoners believed to be holding out for around £16m .
However @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Selhurst Park remain 'confident ' of bringing him to Selhurst Park this summer .
Eze grabbed 14 goals and eight assists in 46 appearances last season as Mark Warburton 's side finished 13th in the table .
Villa meanwhile .
are yet to sign a player in the window , with their recruitment strategy in the process of an overhaul , following sporting director Jesus Garcia Pitarch 's departure last month .
His replacement , Johan Lange , is busily sourcing targets , with Dean Smith keen to build a side that will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drama next May .

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Crystal Palace remain the front-runners to sign QPR forward Eberechi Eze, according to reports.
Aston Villa have been linked with a move for the 22-year-old, after a hugely impressive season in the Championship, with the likes of Leeds United and Crystal Palace also interested.
West Brom are also tracking him, with reports earlier this week suggesting they have held 'informal talks' with the player.
It is also understood, that Palace have had a bid rejected for Eze, with the Londoners believed to be holding out for around £16m.
However, Football Insider report club chiefs at Selhurst Park remain 'confident' of bringing him to Selhurst Park this summer.
Eze grabbed 14 goals and eight assists in 46 appearances last season as Mark Warburton's side finished 13th in the table.
Villa meanwhile. are yet to sign a player in the window, with their recruitment strategy in the process of an overhaul, following sporting director Jesus Garcia Pitarch's departure last month.
His replacement, Johan Lange, is busily sourcing targets, with Dean Smith keen to build a side that will not be involved in any final day drama next May.


birminghammail--2020-08-06--Motorcyclist seriously injured after crash on dual carriageway

A motorcyclist has been seriously injured following a crash on a busy West Bromwich dual carriageway .
Part of the A41 Black Country New Road was closed this afternoon ( Thursday , August 6 ) , following the collision , which involved a car and motorbike .
Emergency services were called to the scene - between New Swan Lane and the Navigation Roundabout , near KFC - just after 2pm .
The motorcyclist was treated by paramedics before being taken to Birmingham 's Queen Elizabeth Hospital .
A spokesman for West Midlands Ambulance Service said : “ We were called @ @ @ @ @ @ @ involving a car and motorbike on the Black Country New Road in West Bromwich .
`` We treated one man , the motorcyclist , for serious injuries .
`` He was then conveyed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham for further treatment.
” A full road closure was in place until around 4.30pm .
Traffic was also backed up to the Albion Roundabout for traffic heading away from West Bromwich .
Surrounding routes were also congested , including Old Meeting Street , Hill Top , New Swan Lane and Great Bridge Street .

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A motorcyclist has been seriously injured following a crash on a busy West Bromwich dual carriageway.
Part of the A41 Black Country New Road was closed this afternoon (Thursday, August 6), following the collision, which involved a car and motorbike.
Emergency services were called to the scene - between New Swan Lane and the Navigation Roundabout, near KFC - just after 2pm.
The motorcyclist was treated by paramedics before being taken to Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
A spokesman for West Midlands Ambulance Service said: “We were called at 2.09pm to reports of a collision involving a car and motorbike on the Black Country New Road in West Bromwich.
"Two ambulances attended.
"We treated one man, the motorcyclist, for serious injuries.
"He was then conveyed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham for further treatment.”
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A full road closure was in place until around 4.30pm.
Traffic was also backed up to the Albion Roundabout for traffic heading away from West Bromwich.
Surrounding routes were also congested, including Old Meeting Street, Hill Top, New Swan Lane and Great Bridge Street.


birminghammail--2020-08-06--Tamworth 100 year old celebrates big day feeding penguins at the zoo!

There was no winging it when it came to marking a special centenarian ’ s marvellous milestone as her family ensured she had the best bird-day ever !
Joan Brown celebrated her 100th birthday by feeding penguins at Twycross Zoo .
The n-ice treat was organised by her family on Monday .
She didn ’ t get to actually p-p-p-pick up a penguin however but maintained social distancing , so as not to ruffle any feathers !
Family and friends also joined her for a tea party in the garden where she was presented with her telegram from Her Majesty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moon as she loves the royal family .
Granddaughter Vicki Stephenson , who helped arrange the day out , said : “ I ’ m so proud and honoured to be celebrating her 100th birthday .
“ I asked her before what she wanted to do to celebrate it , I said ‘ Nan you can do anything or go anywhere you want , where do you want to go ’ .
Her reply instantly was ‘ Twycross Zoo !
’ so that ’ s where she went .
`` I contacted the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and they were fantastic , offering her an opportunity to feed the penguins .
“ She had a wonderful day and made so many special memories .
We would like to thank the zoo for their kindness .
“ Unfortunately myself and my daughter Olivia couldn ’ t make the celebrations due to illness but we plan to have a second party to continue the birthday celebrations.
” Joan grew up in Birmingham and married Dennis Brown .
They have two daughters , Olive and Jill , six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ lives in Vancouver .
Joan and Dennis had a caravan in Bromyard and would spend many weekends there , joined by the family for lovely weekends away .
She moved to Tamworth to live with Jill 10 years ago , as a widow .
Joan loves knitting as well as snuggles with her two Shihtzus Barney and Lola .
She likes going out for car rides in the countryside and short walks .
As a child and up until now the family have always loved the Malvern Hills .
She had many happy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be taken there just to see the view close up .
Joan says her favourite era was the 1960s “ when everything had got back to normal after the war and people were happy again and food was freely available ” .
She is a devout Christian and says it ’ s her faith that has kept her going this long !
Together with the amazing care she receives from Jill .
Vicki added : “ She is a wonderful nan – so kind and generous .
She always has a smile @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of humour .
She ’ s even been known to take part in a few Snapchat photos .
“ She would always be on the go , my nan !
She had a bus pass and was forever on her travels here there and everywhere .
”

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There was no winging it when it came to marking a special centenarian’s marvellous milestone as her family ensured she had the best bird-day ever!
Joan Brown celebrated her 100th birthday by feeding penguins at Twycross Zoo. The n-ice treat was organised by her family on Monday.
She didn’t get to actually p-p-p-pick up a penguin however but maintained social distancing, so as not to ruffle any feathers!
Family and friends also joined her for a tea party in the garden where she was presented with her telegram from Her Majesty the Queen. She was over the moon as she loves the royal family.
Granddaughter Vicki Stephenson, who helped arrange the day out, said: “I’m so proud and honoured to be celebrating her 100th birthday.
“I asked her before what she wanted to do to celebrate it, I said ‘Nan you can do anything or go anywhere you want, where do you want to go’. Her reply instantly was ‘Twycross Zoo!’ so that’s where she went.
"I contacted the zoo and told them about her birthday and they were fantastic, offering her an opportunity to feed the penguins.
“She had a wonderful day and made so many special memories. We would like to thank the zoo for their kindness.
“Unfortunately myself and my daughter Olivia couldn’t make the celebrations due to illness but we plan to have a second party to continue the birthday celebrations.”
Joan grew up in Birmingham and married Dennis Brown. They have two daughters, Olive and Jill, six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Olive moved to Canada where she now lives in Vancouver.
Joan and Dennis had a caravan in Bromyard and would spend many weekends there, joined by the family for lovely weekends away.
She moved to Tamworth to live with Jill 10 years ago, as a widow.
Joan loves knitting as well as snuggles with her two Shihtzus Barney and Lola.
She likes going out for car rides in the countryside and short walks. As a child and up until now the family have always loved the Malvern Hills.
She had many happy family days out there and occasionally she will be taken there just to see the view close up.
Joan says her favourite era was the 1960s “when everything had got back to normal after the war and people were happy again and food was freely available”.
She is a devout Christian and says it’s her faith that has kept her going this long! Together with the amazing care she receives from Jill.
Vicki added: “She is a wonderful nan – so kind and generous. She always has a smile on her face and a great sense of humour. She’s even been known to take part in a few Snapchat photos.
“She would always be on the go, my nan! She had a bus pass and was forever on her travels here there and everywhere.”


birminghammail--2020-08-06--Councillor's petition for more 30mph signs on busy Tamworth road

Residents of a busy Tamworth road are calling for 30mph signs to be erected in a bid to slow down speeding drivers .
The speed limit on Coton Lane was recently reduced to 30mph along its entire length – yet the only 30mph sign is at the bottom of the road by the Fox Inn , where it has always been a 30mph zone .
Cllr Richard Kingstone has launched a petition for more speed signs on the busy road and has been handing out homemade signs to local householders .
He said : “ Residents were pleased at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ main walking and cycling route to several schools , a busy entrance/exit route for Tamworth and several new housing developments have been built along it .
“ However , the 30mph limit it very rarely adhered to by motorists .
Many are unaware of the recent speed reduction .
“ Residents have contacted the highway team at Staffordshire County Council to ask for 30mph signs to be placed along Coton Lane – to date this request has not been granted .
So I ’ ve decided we need to work together to get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ speed that vehicles travel along Coton Lane and listened to the concerns of residents it is clear if something isn ’ t done then I fear a very nasty accident will occur .
“ I ’ ve created some rough , temporary 30mph and ‘ slow down ’ signs that residents who live on Coton Lane can place in their front garden or put on top of their rear fences .
They won ’ t last long but will create an awareness .
“ I ’ ve come to the conclusion that if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then we need to roll our sleeves up and do it ourselves .
“ I know that 30mph signs along the length of Coton Lane will not solve the problem but it will be a step in the right direction.
” A community speedwatch scheme is planned to be held in the area soon .
David Williams , cabinet member for highways and transport at Staffordshire County Council said : “ Keeping our roads and pedestrians safe remains our top priority and our roads continue to be amongst the safest in the country @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about the speed of traffic on the lane , the speed limit was reduced to 30 mph and appropriate signs are in place to warn drivers of this .
We would always ask drivers to follow the speed limits on our roads.
” The petition can be found at : http : //chng.it/ncnBgHQtq6

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Residents of a busy Tamworth road are calling for 30mph signs to be erected in a bid to slow down speeding drivers.
The speed limit on Coton Lane was recently reduced to 30mph along its entire length – yet the only 30mph sign is at the bottom of the road by the Fox Inn, where it has always been a 30mph zone.
Cllr Richard Kingstone has launched a petition for more speed signs on the busy road and has been handing out homemade signs to local householders.
He said: “Residents were pleased at the speed reduction, given it is a main walking and cycling route to several schools, a busy entrance/exit route for Tamworth and several new housing developments have been built along it.
“However, the 30mph limit it very rarely adhered to by motorists. Many are unaware of the recent speed reduction.
“Residents have contacted the highway team at Staffordshire County Council to ask for 30mph signs to be placed along Coton Lane – to date this request has not been granted. So I’ve decided we need to work together to get things done.
“Having seen the speed that vehicles travel along Coton Lane and listened to the concerns of residents it is clear if something isn’t done then I fear a very nasty accident will occur.
“I’ve created some rough, temporary 30mph and ‘slow down’ signs that residents who live on Coton Lane can place in their front garden or put on top of their rear fences. They won’t last long but will create an awareness.
“I’ve come to the conclusion that if we want to make our area better then we need to roll our sleeves up and do it ourselves.
“I know that 30mph signs along the length of Coton Lane will not solve the problem but it will be a step in the right direction.”
A community speedwatch scheme is planned to be held in the area soon.
David Williams, cabinet member for highways and transport at Staffordshire County Council said: “Keeping our roads and pedestrians safe remains our top priority and our roads continue to be amongst the safest in the country.
“Following concerns from local residents about the speed of traffic on the lane, the speed limit was reduced to 30 mph and appropriate signs are in place to warn drivers of this. We would always ask drivers to follow the speed limits on our roads.”
The petition can be found at: http://chng.it/ncnBgHQtq6


birminghammail--2020-08-07--Fine warning after 'huge party' thrown at beauty spot

Council bosses have vowed to fine anyone caught littering after a 'huge party ' was thrown at a Sandwell beauty spot .
The warning comes after a dining table , chairs , gazebo and a barbecue were dumped in Sandwell Valley Country Park , near Swan Pool .
A petrol can and rubbish had also been left behind - and the shocking mess took council staff two hours to clean up .
With the weekend set to be a scorcher , Sandwell Council 's deputy leader , Coun Maria Crompton , has urged visitors to the borough 's parks to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ barbecues or leaving rubbish behind .
“ I just can not understand why people would do this , ” she said .
“ To go to the trouble of taking furniture to the park and setting it up under a gazebo – then to leave it behind along with all of their rubbish for staff to clean up – it ’ s beyond belief .
“ It must have been really important to this group of people to go to the trouble of taking all of this to the pool and setting it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ place that they thought was a great place for a party – and then they left their rubbish behind , showing no respect for this beautiful location and ruining it for other visitors.
” She continued : “ Our rangers and other staff who look after the valley should be spending their time improving our parks and helping wildlife to thrive , not cleaning up people ’ s rubbish .
“ We ’ re getting tough on this behaviour and environmental protection officers will be issuing fines to anyone caught littering or using @ @ @ @ @ @ @ behind rubbish and lighting barbecues not only impacts on wildlife , it also creates unnecessary work for our staff .
“ Barbecues are absolutely not allowed in our parks or green spaces – if you want one , use one in your own garden .
And if the bins are full take your rubbish home , don ’ t leave it behind .
“ The abuse of our parks and green spaces is not acceptable and it has to stop .
”

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Council bosses have vowed to fine anyone caught littering after a 'huge party' was thrown at a Sandwell beauty spot.
The warning comes after a dining table, chairs, gazebo and a barbecue were dumped in Sandwell Valley Country Park, near Swan Pool.
A petrol can and rubbish had also been left behind - and the shocking mess took council staff two hours to clean up.
With the weekend set to be a scorcher, Sandwell Council's deputy leader, Coun Maria Crompton, has urged visitors to the borough's parks to avoid congregating in large groups, lighting barbecues or leaving rubbish behind.
“I just cannot understand why people would do this,” she said.
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“To go to the trouble of taking furniture to the park and setting it up under a gazebo – then to leave it behind along with all of their rubbish for staff to clean up – it’s beyond belief.
“It must have been really important to this group of people to go to the trouble of taking all of this to the pool and setting it up.
“They obviously chose a place that they thought was a great place for a party – and then they left their rubbish behind, showing no respect for this beautiful location and ruining it for other visitors.”
She continued: “Our rangers and other staff who look after the valley should be spending their time improving our parks and helping wildlife to thrive, not cleaning up people’s rubbish.
“We’re getting tough on this behaviour and environmental protection officers will be issuing fines to anyone caught littering or using barbecues in our parks.
“Leaving behind rubbish and lighting barbecues not only impacts on wildlife, it also creates unnecessary work for our staff.
“Barbecues are absolutely not allowed in our parks or green spaces – if you want one, use one in your own garden. And if the bins are full take your rubbish home, don’t leave it behind.
“The abuse of our parks and green spaces is not acceptable and it has to stop.”


birminghammail--2020-08-07--The West Bromwich housing estate which will take a decade to build

A multi-million pound housing scheme won ’ t be finished until 2026 – 10 years after it was first given planning permission .
Permission to build more than 200 homes on a former dumping ground in West Bromwich was given in 2016 .
But it ’ s now emerged that the new housing estate , off Hall Green Road , won ’ t be completed for another six years .
The huge delay was revealed as Sandwell planning committee granted permission for an extra 28 houses as part of the scheme .
Objectors opposing the scheme say it ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ start within three years .
Resident Nigel Fern , asking councillors to reject the plans said : “ What the hell has been done to ensure continuation of the building work and keep the the application alive since the initial granting of the plan in 2016 ?
” Council officers said despite no homes being built the scheme could still go ahead because initial construction had begun .
Mark Horsley , for the developers Aurora Living Ltd , said the original plans were for 250 homes but had been scaled back to 238 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sand and gravel during the 1950s before being used as landfill for industrial waste .
Saying some foundations have been laid , he added the delay were due to remediation work to remove chemicals and oils .
Cllr Peter Allen , asking when it would be finished , said : “ It ’ s big site and it ’ s been going on for some time so when would you see the properties being completed and occupied ” ?
In response , Mr Horsely , explained : “ If I was to speculate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the remediation work and that ’ s building in a little flex .
Over and above that our standard build rate is 50 dwellings per year .
“ So realistically , it is probably looking at five to six years , but is is a big site and it has got an awful lot of problems .
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A multi-million pound housing scheme won’t be finished until 2026 – 10 years after it was first given planning permission.
Permission to build more than 200 homes on a former dumping ground in West Bromwich was given in 2016.
But it’s now emerged that the new housing estate, off Hall Green Road, won’t be completed for another six years.
The huge delay was revealed as Sandwell planning committee granted permission for an extra 28 houses as part of the scheme.
Objectors opposing the scheme say it’s a legal requirement for building work to start within three years.
Resident Nigel Fern, asking councillors to reject the plans said: “What the hell has been done to ensure continuation of the building work and keep the the application alive since the initial granting of the plan in 2016?”
Council officers said despite no homes being built the scheme could still go ahead because initial construction had begun.
Mark Horsley, for the developers Aurora Living Ltd, said the original plans were for 250 homes but had been scaled back to 238.
The site had been quarried for sand and gravel during the 1950s before being used as landfill for industrial waste.
Saying some foundations have been laid, he added the delay were due to remediation work to remove chemicals and oils .
Cllr Peter Allen, asking when it would be finished, said: "It’s big site and it’s been going on for some time so when would you see the properties being completed and occupied”?
In response, Mr Horsely, explained: “If I was to speculate, nine to 12 months to complete the remediation work and that’s building in a little flex. Over and above that our standard build rate is 50 dwellings per year.
“So realistically, it is probably looking at five to six years, but is is a big site and it has got an awful lot of problems. “


birminghammail--2020-08-07--Wolves 'make approach' for Aston Villa transfer target Max Aarons

Wolves have reportedly made an approach to sign highly-sought after Norwich City defender Max Aarons .
A number of clubs are believed to be interested in Aarons , who starred for the Canaries , despite their relegation back to the Championship .
Along with Wolves ; Aston Villa are said to be monitoring the 20-year-old , who is valued at around £18m .
Sign up for our Villa newsletter with your email in the box at the top of the page or click here As well as the two Midlands rivals , Tottenham are believed to be in the running @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the possibility of bringing another England youth star to the Bundesliga .
However , despite that intense competition , according to Football Insider , Wolves are leading the chase after making contact with officials at Carrow Road .
The report claims that Spurs still have high hopes of landing the full-back , with representatives in constant communication with him .
Meanwhile , Villa have confirmed the appointment of Rob Mackenzie as head of recruitment .
Mackenzie , who has enjoyed great success at Leicester City , will jin up with new technical director @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to overhaul the club ’ s transfer strategy .
Dean Smith has yet to sign a player in the current window , but is expected to be active , with right-back a potential area of need .

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Wolves have reportedly made an approach to sign highly-sought after Norwich City defender Max Aarons.
A number of clubs are believed to be interested in Aarons, who starred for the Canaries, despite their relegation back to the Championship.
Along with Wolves; Aston Villa are said to be monitoring the 20-year-old, who is valued at around £18m.
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As well as the two Midlands rivals, Tottenham are believed to be in the running, with Bayern Munich also looking into the possibility of bringing another England youth star to the Bundesliga.
However, despite that intense competition, according to Football Insider, Wolves are leading the chase after making contact with officials at Carrow Road.
The report claims that Spurs still have high hopes of landing the full-back, with representatives in constant communication with him.
Meanwhile, Villa have confirmed the appointment of Rob Mackenzie as head of recruitment.
Mackenzie, who has enjoyed great success at Leicester City, will jin up with new technical director Johan Lange, as the pair look to overhaul the club’s transfer strategy.
Dean Smith has yet to sign a player in the current window, but is expected to be active, with right-back a potential area of need.


birminghammail--2020-08-07--Two people arrested over death of baby girl found at Midlands address

A baby girl has died in hospital after being found in a serious condition at a house in the Midlands .
Two people have been arrested in connection with the incident at an address in Nuneaton , Warwickshire .
Emergency services were called to Top Knot Close shortly before 9.30pm on August 6 after concerns were raised for the welfare of a child .
A one-year-old girl was in cardiac arrest and was rushed to hospital where she later died , CoventryLive reports .
Her death is currently being treated as unexplained and investigation has been launched by Warwickshire Police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ man from Nuneaton were arrested in connection with the incident .
Detective Inspector Gareth Unett said : `` We ’ ve launched a thorough investigation , which is very much in its early stages .
`` We ’ re keen to understand exactly what happened and would like to hear from anyone who has information that could help with our ongoing enquiries .
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman added : “ We were called at 9.26pm to a residential property on Top Knot Close , Nuneaton to reports of an unwell child @ @ @ @ @ @ @ officer and an ambulance from East Midlands Ambulance Service attended the scene .
“ One girl was in a serious condition and received emergency treatment on scene before being taken on blue lights to hospital.
” Anyone with information should call police on 101 quoting incident 457 of August 6 .
Alternatively , call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

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A baby girl has died in hospital after being found in a serious condition at a house in the Midlands.
Two people have been arrested in connection with the incident at an address in Nuneaton, Warwickshire.
Emergency services were called to Top Knot Close shortly before 9.30pm on August 6 after concerns were raised for the welfare of a child.
A one-year-old girl was in cardiac arrest and was rushed to hospital where she later died, CoventryLive reports.
Her death is currently being treated as unexplained and investigation has been launched by Warwickshire Police.
A 25-year-old woman and a 34-year-old man from Nuneaton were arrested in connection with the incident.
Detective Inspector Gareth Unett said: "We’ve launched a thorough investigation, which is very much in its early stages.
"We’re keen to understand exactly what happened and would like to hear from anyone who has information that could help with our ongoing enquiries.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman added: “We were called at 9.26pm to a residential property on Top Knot Close, Nuneaton to reports of an unwell child.
"Two ambulances, a paramedic officer and an ambulance from East Midlands Ambulance Service attended the scene.
“One girl was in a serious condition and received emergency treatment on scene before being taken on blue lights to hospital.”
Anyone with information should call police on 101 quoting incident 457 of August 6. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


birminghammail--2020-08-07--ADVERTORIAL: WW offers 2,000 free memberships to Tamworth to boost health and wellbeing

WW is set to help 2,000 Tamworth residents achieve a health and wellbeing boost like never before by providing them with 12 weeks membership for free .
Tamworth residents can get their 12 weeks membership FREE HERE .
The global wellness company , previously known as Weight Watchers , is exclusively offering the town free 12-week memberships .
WW selected Tamworth for the exclusive health makeover as their research into the health of Staffordshire showed half of people ( 51 % ) in the Staffordshire and surrounding areas admitting to putting on weight during lockdown .
The report commissioned in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people in Staffordshire are eating more and 45 % are less active .
However , the study shows as lockdown measures begin to ease , 44 % of people vow to exercise more , 45 % aim to lose weight and 37 % aim to prioritise wellbeing .
WW is offering Tamworth free access to help residents get back on track with a wellness makeover WW aims to support and inspire Tamworth to ensure the town ’ s health is overhauled .
Over the next 12 weeks , WW will provide 2,000 free @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shape .
This WW membership will give you : Bespoke plans to kick-start your journey to improved health and wellbeing , Workouts at all levels and Weekly meal plans to set you on the path to mental and physical health .
WW will be following a select few local Tamworth residents on their WW journey .
WW will track their health and fitness progress and unveil their results at the end of the 12-week period including their top tips , experience , favourite recipes and activities that everyone can try at home .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ always to support our members in improving their overall health and wellbeing .
“ We chose to shine the light on Tamworth , as our survey revealed the town is at high risk of obesity post-lockdown .
“ We wanted to help inspire and motivate the residents to enjoy a healthier lifestyle and make a real difference .
“ With recent Government advice prioritising the nation ’ s health more than ever , we hope equipping Tamworth with everything they need to maintain a healthy lifestyle , we will prove just how easy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” The Move More with WW Challenge – How YOU can get fit and banish the slump Along with focusing on the health of Tamworth , WW has launched ‘ Move More with WW ’ - the project aims to further help and inspire people to improve their fitness .
Everyone in Tamworth is encouraged to join in with the challenge to further improve their overall wellbeing - whether they sign up for the free WW memberships or not .
WW challenges you to 30 minutes ’ activity 5 days a week for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ even push it to 7 times a week if you are used to exercising ) .
This could be anything from walking the dog to cleaning your house , completing circuits , enjoying a yoga class in your lounge or fitting in squats while you wash the dishes , all with the aim to get moving whenever you can .
To join the challenge and Move More , simply follow WW on Instagram @ ww.uk , Twitter @ ww_uk or subscribe on YouTube for daily updates and inspiration .
The content will all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recipes , expert advice from WW coaches , weekly live workouts with online home workout channel FitOn plus inspiration from WW ’ s celebrity ambassadors like Vicky Pattison , FitOn Ambassador and Exercise Physiologist , Caroline Pearce and Robbie Williams and much more .
The award-winning app from WW is a 5 in 1 , one stop shop to help track your journey to better health : Join the community using ‘ Connect ’ to celebrate victories and unlock tips and tricks from fellow members Get instant advice from the WW Coaches Access @ @ @ @ @ @ @ using FitOn Instant access to 1000 ’ s of recipes and meal plans to keep you inspired WW - Weight Watchers Reimagined - is a global wellness company and the world ’ s leading commercial weight management program with more than five decades of experience .
It inspires millions of people to adopt healthy habits for real life .
Through an engaging digital experience and face-to-face group workshops , members follow a livable and sustainable program that encompasses healthy eating , physical activity , and a helpful mindset .
WW says that through @ @ @ @ @ @ @ behavioral science , it aims to deliver wellness for all .
To learn more about the WW approach to healthy living , please visit ww.com .
For more information about our global business , visit our corporate website at corporate.ww.com .
If you would like to share your success from your own WW journey and have the opportunity to inspire others , please contact pressofficeuk @ ww.com .

WW is set to help 2,000 Tamworth residents achieve a health and wellbeing boost like never before by providing them with 12 weeks membership for free.
Tamworth residents can get their 12 weeks membership FREE HERE.
The global wellness company, previously known as Weight Watchers, is exclusively offering the town free 12-week memberships.
WW selected Tamworth for the exclusive health makeover as their research into the health of Staffordshire showed half of people (51%) in the Staffordshire and surrounding areas admitting to putting on weight during lockdown.
The report commissioned in partnership with YouGov found 53% of people in Staffordshire are eating more and 45% are less active.
However, the study shows as lockdown measures begin to ease, 44% of people vow to exercise more, 45% aim to lose weight and 37% aim to prioritise wellbeing.
(Image: WW)
WW is offering Tamworth free access to help residents get back on track with a wellness makeover
WW aims to support and inspire Tamworth to ensure the town’s health is overhauled.
Over the next 12 weeks, WW will provide 2,000 free 12-week memberships to help you get into shape.
This WW membership will give you:
Access to WW health experts,
Celebrity workouts,
Bespoke plans to kick-start your journey to improved health and wellbeing,
Unlimited access to WW’s award-winning app,
Workouts at all levels and
Weekly meal plans to set you on the path to mental and physical health.
WW will be following a select few local Tamworth residents on their WW journey.
WW will track their health and fitness progress and unveil their results at the end of the 12-week period including their top tips, experience, favourite recipes and activities that everyone can try at home.
Why is WW helping Tamworth?
Anna Hill, SVP, General Manager at WW UK said:
“At WW, our focus is always to support our members in improving their overall health and wellbeing.
“We chose to shine the light on Tamworth, as our survey revealed the town is at high risk of obesity post-lockdown.
“We wanted to help inspire and motivate the residents to enjoy a healthier lifestyle and make a real difference. “With recent Government advice prioritising the nation’s health more than ever, we hope equipping Tamworth with everything they need to maintain a healthy lifestyle, we will prove just how easy your wellness journey can be with WW.”
The Move More with WW Challenge – How YOU can get fit and banish the slump
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Along with focusing on the health of Tamworth, WW has launched ‘Move More with WW’ - the project aims to further help and inspire people to improve their fitness.
Everyone in Tamworth is encouraged to join in with the challenge to further improve their overall wellbeing - whether they sign up for the free WW memberships or not.
WW challenges you to 30 minutes’ activity 5 days a week for the next six weeks (you could even push it to 7 times a week if you are used to exercising).
This could be anything from walking the dog to cleaning your house, completing circuits, enjoying a yoga class in your lounge or fitting in squats while you wash the dishes, all with the aim to get moving whenever you can.
To join the challenge and Move More, simply follow WW on Instagram @ww.uk, Twitter @ww_uk or subscribe on YouTube for daily updates and inspiration.
The content will all be free and you can enjoy delicious recipes, expert advice from WW coaches, weekly live workouts with online home workout channel FitOn plus inspiration from WW’s celebrity ambassadors like Vicky Pattison, FitOn Ambassador and Exercise Physiologist, Caroline Pearce and Robbie Williams and much more.
The WW App
The award-winning app from WW is a 5 in 1, one stop shop to help track your journey to better health:
Track food, activity, sleep, water and weight quickly and easily
Join the community using ‘Connect’ to celebrate victories and unlock tips and tricks from fellow members
Get instant advice from the WW Coaches
Access exclusive workouts, for all levels, using FitOn
Instant access to 1000’s of recipes and meal plans to keep you inspired
About WW
WW - Weight Watchers Reimagined - is a global wellness company and the world’s leading commercial weight management program with more than five decades of experience.
It inspires millions of people to adopt healthy habits for real life.
Through an engaging digital experience and face-to-face group workshops, members follow a livable and sustainable program that encompasses healthy eating, physical activity, and a helpful mindset.
WW says that through building communities and a deep expertise in behavioral science, it aims to deliver wellness for all.
To learn more about the WW approach to healthy living, please visit ww.com. For more information about our global business, visit our corporate website at corporate.ww.com.
If you would like to share your success from your own WW journey and have the opportunity to inspire others, please contact pressofficeuk@ww.com.


birminghammail--2020-08-07--Residents say 'rowdy' venue with half-naked dancers is making lives a nightmare

Residents say a music venue has become a magnet for rowdy behaviour , drugs and 'half-naked dancers ' .
Ammazan Hub and Entertainment Studio in Aston is applying for permission to serve booze and play live music until up to 3am .
However the application has been met with scores of objections from local people , many claiming the Witton Road function hall has made their lives a misery since it opened in December .
The venue , which stages events including concerts and karoke nights , has not commented on the claims by residents .
However , the application @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Police and has been recommended for approval by the council .
However local councillor Nagina Kauser ( Aston , Lab ) said she had been inundated with complaints about 'noise and nuisance ' relating the premises and its customers Writing to the licensing panel , she said : `` There are high levels of noise coming from these premises from 5pm till 3am the next morning .
`` There is drinking and dancing going on all throughout the evening into the early hours . ''
Another written objection to the licence extension , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` Whilst I was there at my last visit at the end of May there were about 50 people in and outside the building drinking alcohol and playing loud music .
`` This was about 3am .
There were even half naked girls dancing .
When I told them to stop it was 3am in the morning they told me to go away and threatened me . ''
Several residents have called for the premises to be shut down altogether , while letters from two local religious organisations , the Dawat-E-Islami Islamic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , both voice the opposition to the proposals .
`` From loud music to revving of cars to drug abuse/use , not to mention litter , this is all posing a threat to the children we teach and is an acccident waiting to happen '' the Dawat-E-Islami centre writes .
`` This sort of anti-social and corrupt behaviour can not be tolerated and this premises must not be granted a licence .
`` We were in the process of getting together with residents around the site as we have had many complaints from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ loud noise by music and partygoers alike in the middle of the night .
`` This venue must not be granted a licence and must be closed with immediate effect . ''
In its submission to the council , the local church also opposed the new licence .
Its statement read : `` Since December of last year Church goers and the general public have been approaching us with complaints of antisocial behaviour and drug abuse from the above mentioned premises .
`` I would like to put on record that we , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ local residents vehemently object to this application as it is causing stress and misery to a huge number of people . ''
Ammazan Hub was contacted to respond to the concerns raised by residents but managers declined to give any comment .
The application is set to be heard on Monday ( Aug 10 ) .

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Residents say a music venue has become a magnet for rowdy behaviour, drugs and 'half-naked dancers'.
Ammazan Hub and Entertainment Studio in Aston is applying for permission to serve booze and play live music until up to 3am.
However the application has been met with scores of objections from local people, many claiming the Witton Road function hall has made their lives a misery since it opened in December.
The venue, which stages events including concerts and karoke nights, has not commented on the claims by residents. However, the application has not received objections from West Midlands Police and has been recommended for approval by the council.
However local councillor Nagina Kauser (Aston, Lab) said she had been inundated with complaints about 'noise and nuisance' relating the premises and its customers
Writing to the licensing panel, she said: "There are high levels of noise coming from these premises from 5pm till 3am the next morning.
"There is drinking and dancing going on all throughout the evening into the early hours."
Another written objection to the licence extension, was from another resident, who said: "Whilst I was there at my last visit at the end of May there were about 50 people in and outside the building drinking alcohol and playing loud music.
"This was about 3am. There were even half naked girls dancing. When I told them to stop it was 3am in the morning they told me to go away and threatened me."
Several residents have called for the premises to be shut down altogether, while letters from two local religious organisations, the Dawat-E-Islami Islamic education centre and the Kingdom Hall Church, both voice the opposition to the proposals.
"From loud music to revving of cars to drug abuse/use, not to mention litter, this is all posing a threat to the children we teach and is an acccident waiting to happen" the Dawat-E-Islami centre writes.
"This sort of anti-social and corrupt behaviour cannot be tolerated and this premises must not be granted a licence.
"We were in the process of getting together with residents around the site as we have had many complaints from households around our estate because of the loud noise by music and partygoers alike in the middle of the night.
"This venue must not be granted a licence and must be closed with immediate effect."
In its submission to the council, the local church also opposed the new licence.
Its statement read: "Since December of last year Church goers and the general public have been approaching us with complaints of antisocial behaviour and drug abuse from the above mentioned premises.
"I would like to put on record that we, the Kingdom Hall, and about 100 local residents vehemently object to this application as it is causing stress and misery to a huge number of people."
Ammazan Hub was contacted to respond to the concerns raised by residents but managers declined to give any comment.
The application is set to be heard on Monday (Aug 10).


birminghammail--2020-08-07--Face mask laws changing - full list of where you must wear one from Saturday

The law on wearing face masks in England is changing .
It means there is a whole new list of where face coverings must be worn , starting from this Saturday , August 8 .
In England , it is already law to wear a face covering in the following settings : • indoor transport hubs ( airports , rail and tram stations and terminals , maritime ports and terminals , bus and coach stations and terminals ) • shops and supermarkets ( places which are open to the public and that wholly or mainly offer goods or services for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ expected to wear a face covering immediately before entering any of these settings and must keep it on until you leave .
And from Saturday , August 8 , the places where you will have to wear a face covering will be expanded to include : • museums , galleries , aquariums , indoor zoos or visitor farms , or other indoor tourist , heritage or cultural sites .
• nail , beauty , hair salons and barbers - other than where necessary to remove for treatments The Government said : `` You @ @ @ @ @ @ @ face covering in other enclosed public spaces where social distancing may be difficult and where you come into contact with people you do not normally meet .
`` Face coverings are also needed in NHS settings , including hospitals and primary or community care settings , such as GP surgeries .
`` They are advised to be worn in care homes .
Individual settings may have their own policies and require you to take other measures . ''
Shops , supermarkets and other premises where face coverings are required are `` encouraged '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to make sure people comply with the the law and could refuse entry to anyone who does not have a valid reason for not wearing a covering .
Transport operators can deny access to their public transport services if a passenger is not wearing a face covering .
Police and Transport for London ( TfL ) officers have enforcement powers including issuing fines of £100 ( halving to £50 if paid within 14 days ) .
It became mandatory to wear face coverings in shops , supermarkets , shopping centres and enclosed transport @ @ @ @ @ @ @ date , it also became compulsory to wear a face covering when buying food and drink to take away from cafes and shops .
If you are in a premises where you are able to sit down and consume food or drink that you have bought , then you can remove your face covering in order to eat and drink on-site .
You do not need to wear a face covering if you have a legitimate reason not to .
This includes : • young children under the age of 11 ( Public @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for children under the age of 3 for health and safety reasons ) • not being able to put on , wear or remove a face covering because of a physical or mental illness or impairment , or disability • if putting on , wearing or removing a face covering will cause you severe distress • if you are travelling with or providing assistance to someone who relies on lip reading to communicate • to avoid harm or injury , or the risk of harm or injury , to yourself or others • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a risk of harm , and you do not have a face covering with you • to eat or drink if reasonably necessary • in order to take medication • if a police officer or other official requests you remove your face covering There are also occasions when you are allowed to remove a face covering when asked : • if asked in a bank , building society , or post office for identification • if asked to do so by shop staff or relevant employees for identification , the purpose of assessing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , or for age identification purposes including when buying age restricted products such as alcohol • if speaking with people who rely on lip reading , facial expressions and clear sound .
Some may ask you , either verbally or in writing , to remove a covering to help with communication The Government explained the reasons for its rules .
It said : `` Coronavirus ( Covid-19 ) usually spreads by droplets from coughs , sneezes and speaking .
These droplets can also be picked up from surfaces , if you touch a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your hands first .
This is why social distancing , regular hand hygiene , and covering coughs and sneezes is so important in controlling the spread of the virus .
`` The best available scientific evidence is that , when used correctly , wearing a face covering may reduce the spread of coronavirus droplets in certain circumstances , helping to protect others .
Because face coverings are mainly intended to protect others , not the wearer , from coronavirus they are not a replacement for social distancing and regular hand washing .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Government advice on coronavirus . ''

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The law on wearing face masks in England is changing.
It means there is a whole new list of where face coverings must be worn, starting from this Saturday, August 8.
In England, it is already law to wear a face covering in the following settings:
public transport
indoor transport hubs (airports, rail and tram stations and terminals, maritime ports and terminals, bus and coach stations and terminals)
shops and supermarkets (places which are open to the public and that wholly or mainly offer goods or services for retail sale or hire)
indoor shopping centres
banks, building societies, and post offices (including credit unions, short-term loan providers, savings clubs and money service businesses)
You are expected to wear a face covering immediately before entering any of these settings and must keep it on until you leave.
And from Saturday, August 8, the places where you will have to wear a face covering will be expanded to include:
funeral directors
premises providing professional, legal or financial services
cinemas
theatres
bingo halls
concert halls
museums, galleries, aquariums, indoor zoos or visitor farms, or other indoor tourist, heritage or cultural sites.
nail, beauty, hair salons and barbers - other than where necessary to remove for treatments
massage centres
public areas in hotels and hostels
places of worship
libraries and public reading rooms
community centres
social clubs
tattoo and piercing parlours
indoor entertainment venues (amusement arcades, funfairs, adventure activities e.g. laser quest, go-karting, escape rooms, heritage sites etc)
storage and distribution facilities
veterinary services.
auction houses
The Government said: "You are also strongly encouraged to wear a face covering in other enclosed public spaces where social distancing may be difficult and where you come into contact with people you do not normally meet.
"Face coverings are also needed in NHS settings, including hospitals and primary or community care settings, such as GP surgeries.
"They are advised to be worn in care homes. Individual settings may have their own policies and require you to take other measures."
Shops, supermarkets and other premises where face coverings are required are "encouraged" by the Government to take reasonable steps to make sure people comply with the the law and could refuse entry to anyone who does not have a valid reason for not wearing a covering.
Transport operators can deny access to their public transport services if a passenger is not wearing a face covering.
Police and Transport for London (TfL) officers have enforcement powers including issuing fines of £100 (halving to £50 if paid within 14 days).
It became mandatory to wear face coverings in shops, supermarkets, shopping centres and enclosed transport hubs from July 24.
On that date, it also became compulsory to wear a face covering when buying food and drink to take away from cafes and shops.
If you are in a premises where you are able to sit down and consume food or drink that you have bought, then you can remove your face covering in order to eat and drink on-site.
You do not need to wear a face covering if you have a legitimate reason not to. This includes:
young children under the age of 11 (Public Health England do not recommended face coverings for children under the age of 3 for health and safety reasons)
not being able to put on, wear or remove a face covering because of a physical or mental illness or impairment, or disability
if putting on, wearing or removing a face covering will cause you severe distress
if you are travelling with or providing assistance to someone who relies on lip reading to communicate
to avoid harm or injury, or the risk of harm or injury, to yourself or others
to avoid injury, or to escape a risk of harm, and you do not have a face covering with you
to eat or drink if reasonably necessary
in order to take medication
if a police officer or other official requests you remove your face covering
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There are also occasions when you are allowed to remove a face covering when asked:
if asked in a bank, building society, or post office for identification
if asked to do so by shop staff or relevant employees for identification, the purpose of assessing health recommendations, such as a pharmacist, or for age identification purposes including when buying age restricted products such as alcohol
if speaking with people who rely on lip reading, facial expressions and clear sound. Some may ask you, either verbally or in writing, to remove a covering to help with communication
The Government explained the reasons for its rules.
It said: "Coronavirus (Covid-19) usually spreads by droplets from coughs, sneezes and speaking. These droplets can also be picked up from surfaces, if you touch a surface and then your face without washing your hands first. This is why social distancing, regular hand hygiene, and covering coughs and sneezes is so important in controlling the spread of the virus.
"The best available scientific evidence is that, when used correctly, wearing a face covering may reduce the spread of coronavirus droplets in certain circumstances, helping to protect others.
Because face coverings are mainly intended to protect others, not the wearer, from coronavirus they are not a replacement for social distancing and regular hand washing. It is important to follow all the other Government advice on coronavirus."


birminghammail--2020-08-07--Aston Villa star Jack Grealish nominated for top Premier League prize

Jack Grealish 's performances for Aston Villa this season have earned him a place on the shortlist for the Premier League Young Player of the Season award based on perfornances during the 19/20 top flight season .
Villa captain Grealish - 24 - earned the nomination thanks to his last-day efforts that helped Villa successfully stay in the Premier League , as well as the seven goals and six assists that helped Villa stay above water during the season .
Sign up for our Villa newsletter with your email in the box at the top of the page or click @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dean Henderson , Anthony Martial , Mason Mount , Christian Pulisic and Marchus Rashford make up the remaining seven players in contention for this season 's Premier League TAG Heuer Young Player of the Season award .
Manchester United have their front-three included for nomination , while Grealish is the only player outside the top-half to be nominated for the award .
TAG Heuer , the Official Timekeeper for the Premier League , celebrated the announcement of the shortlist for the TAG Heuer Young Player of the Season Award at 10am this morning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chosen player .
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Jack Grealish's performances for Aston Villa this season have earned him a place on the shortlist for the Premier League Young Player of the Season award based on perfornances during the 19/20 top flight season.
Villa captain Grealish - 24 - earned the nomination thanks to his last-day efforts that helped Villa successfully stay in the Premier League, as well as the seven goals and six assists that helped Villa stay above water during the season.
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Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mason Greenwood, Dean Henderson, Anthony Martial, Mason Mount, Christian Pulisic and Marchus Rashford make up the remaining seven players in contention for this season's Premier League TAG Heuer Young Player of the Season award.
Manchester United have their front-three included for nomination, while Grealish is the only player outside the top-half to be nominated for the award.
TAG Heuer, the Official Timekeeper for the Premier League, celebrated the announcement of the shortlist for the TAG Heuer Young Player of the Season Award at 10am this morning - and fans can vote for their chosen player.
You can vote now on TAGHeuer.com


birminghammail--2020-08-07--Killer Wesley Streete sentenced to life after Keeley Bunker's rape and murder

Twisted killer Wesley Streete has been sentenced to life after he was convicted of the rape and murder of his childhood friend Keeley Bunker following a three-week trial at Stafford Crown Court .
The pair had enjoyed a night out at Snobs nightclub in Birmingham , along with another mutual friend , on September 18 , last year , and in the early hours of the following day they took a taxi back to Tamworth , Staffordshire .
The `` trusted friend '' had then walked Keeley towards her home - but heartbreakingly she would never be seen alive again @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 30 years .
The 319 days he has already spent in custody has been taken into account meaning he will not be considered for release for 29 years and 46 days from now .
Ex-footballer Streete had changed his story several times over what happened to aspiring teaching assistant Keeley in Wigginton Park .
He first told police they had hugged by a telephone box near his home and said goodbye .
He later gave a `` no comment '' interview to officers when presented with GPS data from his phone , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ movements .
Streete also told a psychiatrist Keeley had fallen and hit her head as she died in his arms .
And Streete initially denied any sexual contact had taken place before later admitting they had consensual sex after they began flirting with each other .
Prosecutors said Keeley suffered a `` cruel death '' after strangling her .
But Streete told a jury he `` accidentally '' killed Keeley during sex .
He said he was `` scared , '' `` embarrassed '' and `` panicked '' putting her body face-down in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Keeley 's uncle later found her dead .
The jury rejected Streete 's version of events and convicted him over Keeley 's rape and murder .
He was also convicted on five other sex offences relating to three female victims between 2015 and 2019 .
He was found guilty of the rape of a woman aged over 16 , the rape of a child under 16 and three counts of sexual assault .
A charge of sexual activity with a girl was discounted .

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Twisted killer Wesley Streete has been sentenced to life after he was convicted of the rape and murder of his childhood friend Keeley Bunker following a three-week trial at Stafford Crown Court.
The pair had enjoyed a night out at Snobs nightclub in Birmingham, along with another mutual friend, on September 18, last year, and in the early hours of the following day they took a taxi back to Tamworth, Staffordshire.
The "trusted friend" had then walked Keeley towards her home - but heartbreakingly she would never be seen alive again.
Streete will serve a minimum term of 30 years. The 319 days he has already spent in custody has been taken into account meaning he will not be considered for release for 29 years and 46 days from now.
Ex-footballer Streete had changed his story several times over what happened to aspiring teaching assistant Keeley in Wigginton Park.
He first told police they had hugged by a telephone box near his home and said goodbye. He later gave a "no comment" interview to officers when presented with GPS data from his phone, which showed he was lying about his movements.
Streete also told a psychiatrist Keeley had fallen and hit her head as she died in his arms. And Streete initially denied any sexual contact had taken place before later admitting they had consensual sex after they began flirting with each other.
Prosecutors said Keeley suffered a "cruel death" after strangling her.
But Streete told a jury he "accidentally" killed Keeley during sex. He said he was "scared," "embarrassed" and "panicked" putting her body face-down in a brook and covered it with branches. Keeley's uncle later found her dead.
The jury rejected Streete's version of events and convicted him over Keeley's rape and murder. He was also convicted on five other sex offences relating to three female victims between 2015 and 2019. He was found guilty of the rape of a woman aged over 16, the rape of a child under 16 and three counts of sexual assault. A charge of sexual activity with a girl was discounted.


birminghammail--2020-08-07--Leeds to launch £15m bid for Aston Villa target Harry Wilson

Leeds United are reportedly preparing a £15m bid for Liverpool outcast Harry Wilson , amid interest from Aston Villa .
Dean Smith was heavily linked with a move for the 23-year-old last summer , before he ultimately joined relegation rivals Bournemouth .
He scored at Villa Park in the early part of the season , but would go onto be relegated with the Cherries , with his Anfield future up in the air .
Sign up for our Villa newsletter with your email in the box at the top of the page or click here Jurgen Klopp was understood to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but according to the Sun , Leeds believe they could get a deal done for half that fee in the current climate .
Along with Leeds , the report claims Villa and Newcastle United are in the mix , if the Reds look for a permanent deal , rather than another loan .
Wilson has three-years left on his deal with the champions , but could find his opportunities limited , with Mohammed Salah and Sadio Mane , both well above him in the pecking order .
After a stunning start to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ times in his first 13 Premier League games , he fell out of favour under Eddie Howe – scoring just once more in the final 25 matches .
Villa are yet to sign a player for the senior squad this summer , with Johan Lange 's arrival as sporting director capping an overhaul of the transfer strategy on B6 .

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Leeds United are reportedly preparing a £15m bid for Liverpool outcast Harry Wilson, amid interest from Aston Villa.
Dean Smith was heavily linked with a move for the 23-year-old last summer, before he ultimately joined relegation rivals Bournemouth.
He scored at Villa Park in the early part of the season, but would go onto be relegated with the Cherries, with his Anfield future up in the air.
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Jurgen Klopp was understood to be looking for almost £30m last summer, but according to the Sun, Leeds believe they could get a deal done for half that fee in the current climate.
Along with Leeds, the report claims Villa and Newcastle United are in the mix, if the Reds look for a permanent deal, rather than another loan.
Wilson has three-years left on his deal with the champions, but could find his opportunities limited, with Mohammed Salah and Sadio Mane, both well above him in the pecking order.
After a stunning start to last season, where he scored six times in his first 13 Premier League games, he fell out of favour under Eddie Howe – scoring just once more in the final 25 matches.
Villa are yet to sign a player for the senior squad this summer, with Johan Lange's arrival as sporting director capping an overhaul of the transfer strategy on B6.


birminghammail--2020-08-07--Woman dies after violent robbery by 'dangerous offender' with 25 convictions

An 81-year-old woman suffered serious injury when she was pulled to the ground by a drug addict in a street in Birmingham .
Robert Vickers approached the pensioner from behind in Bromwall Road , Billesely , near to her home , on January 31 .
She had been carrying a bag with with a strap over her shoulder and Vickers had grabbed the bag .
When he pulled it she fell very heavily on to the pavement suffering injuries including a dislocated shoulder .
The incident had a `` significant impact '' on the victim who tragically died the following @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at Birmingham Crown Court , said that to feed his drug addiction during a crime spree Vickers had burgled two properties , one in Moseley and one in Kings Heath , as well as a dental surgery also in Kings Heath .
The 38-year-old , of no fixed address , was jailed for six years and nine months after admitting robbery and three charges of burglary .
Judge Paul Farrer QC also extended the time he will remain on licence when released from prison by five years after telling the court 'he was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dangerous offender for the forseeable future ' .
It was also revealed Vickers had 25 convictions for 69 offences which included offences of robbery , burglary and manslaughter , when he was 18 .
In 2013 he was jailed for nine years after he and another man broke into a property in Ward End , armed with machetes and an axe , tearing out a mum 's ear-rings and cutting off her bangles with pliers .
In passing sentence Judge Farrer QC said : `` The robbery is further aggravated by the fact @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of her undoubted vulnerability .
`` You approached her from behind and grabbed her bag and there was a short struggle and you pulled her off her feet causing her serious injury .
`` In particular she suffered a dislocated shoulder and very extensive bruising to her body and face .
`` She has tragically since died .
`` Before she died she did make a victim personal statement and it was apparent that there was significant impact to her . ''
`` She felt unable to leave her home following the attack @ @ @ @ @ @ @ January 11 Vickers had broken into an unoccupied home and taken £3,000 worth of property including jewellery , which had exacerbated depression and anxiety suffered by the homeowner .
On January 25 a woman had returned to her home to discover the defendant inside .
Terrified , she shut herself in a room and Vickers made off with jewellery and a laptop which contained `` sentimental '' pictures of her daughter .
He also plundered £7,000 worth of equipment from the dental practise which had a significant financial impact on the dentist .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ was recovered from his hostel room .
Babir Adris , defending , said after serving his last custodial sentence Vickers had gone to a hostel where he had been assaulted .
He said as well as a drug addiction he had mental health difficulties .

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An 81-year-old woman suffered serious injury when she was pulled to the ground by a drug addict in a street in Birmingham.
Robert Vickers approached the pensioner from behind in Bromwall Road, Billesely, near to her home, on January 31.
She had been carrying a bag with with a strap over her shoulder and Vickers had grabbed the bag. When he pulled it she fell very heavily on to the pavement suffering injuries including a dislocated shoulder.
The incident had a "significant impact" on the victim who tragically died the following month.
Tim Harrington, prosecuting, at Birmingham Crown Court, said that to feed his drug addiction during a crime spree Vickers had burgled two properties, one in Moseley and one in Kings Heath, as well as a dental surgery also in Kings Heath.
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The 38-year-old, of no fixed address, was jailed for six years and nine months after admitting robbery and three charges of burglary.
Judge Paul Farrer QC also extended the time he will remain on licence when released from prison by five years after telling the court 'he was a dangerous offender and would remain a dangerous offender for the forseeable future'.
It was also revealed Vickers had 25 convictions for 69 offences which included offences of robbery, burglary and manslaughter, when he was 18.
In 2013 he was jailed for nine years after he and another man broke into a property in Ward End, armed with machetes and an axe, tearing out a mum's ear-rings and cutting off her bangles with pliers.
In passing sentence Judge Farrer QC said: "The robbery is further aggravated by the fact that you targeted this elderly lady because of her undoubted vulnerability.
"You approached her from behind and grabbed her bag and there was a short struggle and you pulled her off her feet causing her serious injury.
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"In particular she suffered a dislocated shoulder and very extensive bruising to her body and face.
"She has tragically since died.
"Before she died she did make a victim personal statement and it was apparent that there was significant impact to her."
"She felt unable to leave her home following the attack."
The judge said that on January 11 Vickers had broken into an unoccupied home and taken £3,000 worth of property including jewellery, which had exacerbated depression and anxiety suffered by the homeowner.
On January 25 a woman had returned to her home to discover the defendant inside.
Terrified, she shut herself in a room and Vickers made off with jewellery and a laptop which contained "sentimental" pictures of her daughter.
He also plundered £7,000 worth of equipment from the dental practise which had a significant financial impact on the dentist.
Some of the property he had taken was recovered from his hostel room.
Babir Adris, defending, said after serving his last custodial sentence Vickers had gone to a hostel where he had been assaulted.
He said as well as a drug addiction he had mental health difficulties.


birminghammail--2020-08-07--Live court updates as Wesley Streete is sentenced for murdering Keeley Bunker

Wesley Streete will be sentenced today after he was found guilty of raping and murdering Keeley Bunker .
Following a three-week trial and around two full days worth of deliberation a jury found the 20-year-old guilty of raping and murdering Keeley in Wigginton Park , Tamworth , in the early hours of Thursday , September 19 .
He was also found guilty of rape and two counts of sexual assault in 2015 , a sexual assault in 2017 and a rape in 2019 .
A further count of sexual activity with a child in 2017 was discounted .
Keeley vanished @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a female friend in Birmingham city centre last September .
Jurors heard that Streete said he walked her partway home from her friend 's home after they returned to Tamworth by taxi .
He said she was safe and well when he left her near a telephone box .
The court heard he then gave `` no comment '' answers to several questions asked by police officers after GPS evidence contradicted his account .
Streete had pleaded not guilty to all charges including the rape of a woman aged over 16 , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sexual activity with a girl and three counts of sexual assault .

Wesley Streete will be sentenced today after he was found guilty of raping and murdering Keeley Bunker.
Following a three-week trial and around two full days worth of deliberation a jury found the 20-year-old guilty of raping and murdering Keeley in Wigginton Park, Tamworth, in the early hours of Thursday, September 19.
He was also found guilty of rape and two counts of sexual assault in 2015, a sexual assault in 2017 and a rape in 2019. A further count of sexual activity with a child in 2017 was discounted.
Keeley vanished following a night out with Streete and a female friend in Birmingham city centre last September.
Jurors heard that Streete said he walked her partway home from her friend's home after they returned to Tamworth by taxi.
He said she was safe and well when he left her near a telephone box.
The court heard he then gave "no comment" answers to several questions asked by police officers after GPS evidence contradicted his account.
Streete had pleaded not guilty to all charges including the rape of a woman aged over 16, the rape of a child under 16, sexual activity with a girl and three counts of sexual assault.


birminghammail--2020-08-07--M42 junction closed by HS2 contractors to install highway bridge over weekend

An M42 junction will be closed following rush hour tonight to allow a bridge deck to be installed by HS2 contractors over the weekend .
Works around the site - situated near the National Exhibition Centre and Birmingham International Airport - have been ongoing near the A452 , A45 and M42 in Solihull as it will be the home of the future HS2 Interchange Station .
A highways bridge , spanning the motorway , will be installed to ensure a local road network is `` fit for purpose '' when that future station is operational , HS2 said .
To @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 6 and 7A , northbound , and junctions 7 and 6 , southbound , will be closed after evening rush hour on Friday , August 7 .
The temporary closure will mean diversions are put in place and clear signage will be displayed along the route for drivers .
It will reopen before morning rush hour on Monday August 10 - but if work progresses faster than expected it will reopen earlier if possible .
HS2 bosses say the Interchange Station will be a major transport gateway for the region , with HS2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Birmingham and the North of England .
Further details of the closure can be found here .
For more information about these works please contact the HS2 Helpdesk team on 08081 434 434 or email hs2enquiries @ hs2.org.uk .
The work is being carried out by Laing Murphy Joint Venture on behalf of HS2 Ltd to connect the planned new Interchange Station nearby with the existing road network , Highways England said .
“ We ’ re working closely with HS2 Ltd on this project to co-ordinate activity and minimise disruption to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' said Tim Coffey , Highways England Divisional Director .
“ We also urge motorists to plan ahead and leave extra time for their journeys .
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An M42 junction will be closed to allow a bridge deck to be installed by HS2 contractors over the weekend.
Works around the site - situated near the National Exhibition Centre and Birmingham International Airport - have been ongoing near the A452, A45 and M42 in Solihull as it will be the home of the future HS2 Interchange Station.
A highways bridge, spanning the motorway, will be installed to ensure a local road network is "fit for purpose" when that future station is operational, HS2 said.
To allow the works the area between junctions 6 and 7A, northbound, and junctions 7 and 6, southbound, will be closed after evening rush hour on Friday, August 7.
The temporary closure will mean diversions are put in place and clear signage will be displayed along the route for drivers. It will reopen before morning rush hour on Monday August 10 - but if work progresses faster than expected it will reopen earlier if possible.
HS2 bosses say the Interchange Station will be a major transport gateway for the region, with HS2 providing high speed rail connections to London, Birmingham and the North of England.
Further details of the closure can be found here.
For more information about these works please contact the HS2 Helpdesk team on 08081 434 434 or email hs2enquiries@hs2.org.uk.
The work is being carried out by Laing Murphy Joint Venture on behalf of HS2 Ltd to connect the planned new Interchange Station nearby with the existing road network, Highways England said.
“We’re working closely with HS2 Ltd on this project to co-ordinate activity and minimise disruption to road users as far as possible," said Tim Coffey, Highways England Divisional Director. “We also urge motorists to plan ahead and leave extra time for their journeys.”