birminghammail--2020-09-14--How hot will it get in the West Midlands during mini 'heatwave'

It feels like it 's still summer outside - and the fine weather is set to stick around .
Today ( September 14 ) the mercury has soared to around 26 degrees across Birmingham , Sandwell , Walsall , Dudley and Wolverhampton .
And temperatures are set to increase to near 25 degrees again tomorrow ( September 15 ) .
The high temperatures come following a hot weekend across the region , and warm weather will continue due to a blast of hot air rolling in from the Sahara .
Unfortunately , the temperatures expected wo n't be classed as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A heatwave is confirmed when the mercury rises to at least 27C for three consecutive days .
Met Office chief meteorologist , Frank Saunders , said : `` High pressure in combination with warm , southerly winds will bring a spell of summery weather across parts of the UK early this week , with plenty of sunshine and higher than average temperatures for most .
`` England and Wales will be sunnier , especially today with temperatures widely above 25C .
`` Plenty of bright weather and sunny spells , though patchy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Isolated showers possible in the west later in the afternoon . ''
It 's looking dry on Wednesday with sunny spells again - albeit a tad breezier - on Thursday and into the weekend with 20C expected .
One noticeable change will be the dark nights slowly drawing in as the sun is expected to set as early as 7.12pm on Saturday , September 19 .
Most parts dry with plenty of warm sunshine , becoming hot in the south .
Cloudy across northwest Scotland with some light rain .
A few @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A dry and sultry night across central and southern areas .
Cloudier in the north , with cloud increasing in the west later giving a risk of a few showers .
Cloudy with outbreaks of rain in far north .
Very warm across central and southern areas , and hot in the southeast , though cloudier than Monday .
Perhaps a few thundery showers later .
Some rain moving south across northern and central areas Wednesday into Thursday .
Otherwise mostly dry and fine .
Cooler than of late across the north and @ @ @ @ @ @ @

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It feels like it's still summer outside - and the fine weather is set to stick around.
Today (September 14) the mercury has soared to around 26 degrees across Birmingham, Sandwell, Walsall, Dudley and Wolverhampton.
And temperatures are set to increase to near 25 degrees again tomorrow (September 15).
The high temperatures come following a hot weekend across the region, and warm weather will continue due to a blast of hot air rolling in from the Sahara.
Unfortunately, the temperatures expected won't be classed as an official heatwave by the Met Office.
A heatwave is confirmed when the mercury rises to at least 27C for three consecutive days.
Met Office chief meteorologist, Frank Saunders, said: "High pressure in combination with warm, southerly winds will bring a spell of summery weather across parts of the UK early this week, with plenty of sunshine and higher than average temperatures for most.
"England and Wales will be sunnier, especially today with temperatures widely above 25C.
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"Plenty of bright weather and sunny spells, though patchy cloud continuing to build through the morning. Isolated showers possible in the west later in the afternoon."
It's looking dry on Wednesday with sunny spells again - albeit a tad breezier - on Thursday and into the weekend with 20C expected.
One noticeable change will be the dark nights slowly drawing in as the sun is expected to set as early as 7.12pm on Saturday, September 19.
Met Office five-day forecast
Today:
Most parts dry with plenty of warm sunshine, becoming hot in the south. Cloudy across northwest Scotland with some light rain. A few showers possible across Northern Ireland later.
Tonight:
A dry and sultry night across central and southern areas. Cloudier in the north, with cloud increasing in the west later giving a risk of a few showers.
Tuesday:
Cloudy with outbreaks of rain in far north. Very warm across central and southern areas, and hot in the southeast, though cloudier than Monday. Perhaps a few thundery showers later.
Outlook for Wednesday to Friday:
Some rain moving south across northern and central areas Wednesday into Thursday. Otherwise mostly dry and fine. Cooler than of late across the north and east, warm in the south.


birminghammail--2020-09-14--Ivic breaks his silence on Deeney future amid West Brom rumours

Vladimir Ivic admits Watford will consider any offers that come in for club captain Troy Deeney .
The Hornets head coach was addressing the 32-year-old ’ s future amid speculation linking him with West Brom and Tottenham .
Indeed Deeney , who is claimed to prefer a return to the Premier League rather than a season in the Championship , is set to return to training after an interrupted pre-season .
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“ You know how it is in football and how the market is ; everything depends on the offer .
“ We ’ ll listen to the player and follow the situation and we ’ ll take a decision if something happens .
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Vladimir Ivic admits Watford will consider any offers that come in for club captain Troy Deeney.
The Hornets head coach was addressing the 32-year-old’s future amid speculation linking him with West Brom and Tottenham.
Indeed Deeney, who is claimed to prefer a return to the Premier League rather than a season in the Championship, is set to return to training after an interrupted pre-season.
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And with under a month to go in the transfer market the Serb is fielding questions about the Birmingham-born target man.
“Troy was out for the last two and a half weeks. He started pre-season with us but after a week he moved out,” Ivic said.
“I hope that he will be with us in the next days. Exactly which day he will start, I need to speak with him and the medical staff. They will give me an exact day when he will be available to work with the team.
“You know how it is in football and how the market is; everything depends on the offer.
“We’ll listen to the player and follow the situation and we’ll take a decision if something happens.
“If something comes for him, we’ll discuss and see how is his situation, if he wants to stay, if he wants to move.
“In this situation every time, it’s very important, the answer of the player, because to keep someone if he doesn’t want to stay here, if he doesn’t want to be with us, it’s not good for me. If he wants to be here, that’s another thing.”
Albion have also been linked with Deeney's Watford team-mate - and are claimed to be more interested in, Andre Gray.


birminghammail--2020-09-15--Cops sniff out cannabis factory

Cops sniff out cannabis factory

Police have sniffed out a cannabis farm hidden in a Wolverhampton home .
Officers noticed the tell-tale smell while on @ @ @ @ @ Monday , September 14 .
Some 'detective work ' led them to a property , @ @ @ @ @ illicit plants were found .
They have since been seized .
Wednesfield Police shared pictures @ @ @ @ @ , which can be viewed above .
An accompanying post said : `` Good old @ @ @ @ @ , where our officers were on patrol on Ashmore Park and could smell something 'not @ @ @ @ @ some 'detective ' work , we discovered a small cannabis grow in a residential property @ @ @ @ @ contacted West Midlands Police for more information .

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Police have sniffed out a cannabis farm hidden in a Wolverhampton home.
Officers noticed the tell-tale smell while on patrol in Ashmore Park on Monday, September 14.
Some 'detective work' led them to a property, where a small number of illicit plants were found.
They have since been seized.
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Wednesfield Police shared pictures from the scene on Twitter, which can be viewed above.
An accompanying post said: "Good old 'copper's nose' earlier, where our officers were on patrol on Ashmore Park and could smell something 'not' good!
"After some 'detective' work, we discovered a small cannabis grow in a residential property.
"Several plants subsequently seized and equipment destroyed."
Black Country Live has contacted West Midlands Police for more information.


birminghammail--2020-09-15--Man jailed over Birmingham Airport people smuggling racket

A Birmingham man has been jailed over a people smuggling racket involving the city 's airport .
Davood Gandaghi tried to smuggle two Iranian men into the country through the flight hub .
The 49-year-old - who went abroad nearly 50 times in five years despite being on benefits - was linked to the men , who later claimed asylum , by investigators .
Gandaghi was also linked by phone evidence to to convicted people smuggler Hassan Rahimlou , who was jailed for two years at Isleworth Crown Court in February for trying to smuggle two people through Gatwick Airport @ @ @ @ @ @ @ using fake identity documents to get people into the country .
Officers who searched Gandaghi 's home found a number of electronic devices including mobile phones , data sticks and computers , containing 250 images of individuals and documents suspected of being lost , stolen and fake .
And pictures showed Gandaghi socialising with the two Iranian men who arrived into the UK illegally in 2018 on flights to Birmingham from Girona , Spain .
In March 2018 , a Border Force officer stopped a man who was using a counterfeit Romanian document @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Investigations established the flight had been booked from the email address of Gandaghi ’ s partner .
The following month , a second Iranian man was stopped after he was found to be travelling using a fake Slovakian document in the name of another man .
It was booked using the passenger ’ s real name but using Gandaghi ’ s stepdaughter ’ s bank card .
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He was jailed for four years at the same court on Monday , September 14 .
The judge also ordered the forfeiture and destruction @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Home Secretary Priti Patel said : “ We will not stand by and allow people smugglers like Gandaghi to abuse our immigration laws in this way .
“ This is a despicable trade and the sentence handed down should serve as a warning to anyone engaged in immigration crime - you will be caught , hauled before the courts and face justice .
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A Birmingham man has been jailed over a people smuggling racket involving the city's airport.
Davood Gandaghi tried to smuggle two Iranian men into the country through the flight hub.
The 49-year-old - who went abroad nearly 50 times in five years despite being on benefits - was linked to the men, who later claimed asylum, by investigators.
Gandaghi was also linked by phone evidence to to convicted people smuggler Hassan Rahimlou, who was jailed for two years at Isleworth Crown Court in February for trying to smuggle two people through Gatwick Airport.
The criminal ran a sophisticated operation using fake identity documents to get people into the country.
Officers who searched Gandaghi's home found a number of electronic devices including mobile phones, data sticks and computers, containing 250 images of individuals and documents suspected of being lost, stolen and fake.
And pictures showed Gandaghi socialising with the two Iranian men who arrived into the UK illegally in 2018 on flights to Birmingham from Girona, Spain.
In March 2018, a Border Force officer stopped a man who was using a counterfeit Romanian document in another man’s name.
Investigations established the flight had been booked from the email address of Gandaghi’s partner.
The following month, a second Iranian man was stopped after he was found to be travelling using a fake Slovakian document in the name of another man.
It was booked using the passenger’s real name but using Gandaghi’s stepdaughter’s bank card.
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Gandaghi, 49, of Northwood Street, admitted a charge of conspiracy to facilitation between March 2018 to September 2019 at Birmingham Crown Court on 20 March, 2020, following an investigation by Immigration Enforcement’s Criminal and Financial Investigation team.
He was jailed for four years at the same court on Monday, September 14.
The judge also ordered the forfeiture and destruction of his phone and Apple Mac computer.
Home Secretary Priti Patel said: “We will not stand by and allow people smugglers like Gandaghi to abuse our immigration laws in this way.
“This is a despicable trade and the sentence handed down should serve as a warning to anyone engaged in immigration crime - you will be caught, hauled before the courts and face justice.”


birminghammail--2020-09-15--Four new Covid-19 testing centres to open as county cases rise

Four new coronavirus testing centres are to be opened in Worcestershire after a surge in positive cases in recent weeks .
Worcestershire County Council ’ s public health team is set to open four new walk-in sites in the county to complement the drive-through testing site at Worcester Warriors ’ Sixways Stadium in Warriors Way in the city .
The new walk-through sites are being opened in Bromsgrove , Kidderminster , Redditch and at the University of Worcester .
Redditch MP Rachel Maclean had lobbied for a testing site in the town after a rise in cases in August and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be opened at the Abbey Stadium in Birmingham Road in ‘ around two weeks ’ time ’ .
The Conservative MP said : “ Following the small spike in cases we saw in Redditch last month , I ’ ve been lobbying public health officials to set-up a walk-in Covid-19 testing centre in our town .
“ I ’ m pleased to confirm Redditch will be getting this facility .
Worcestershire public health officials have told me this walk-in facility will be located at the Abbey Stadium and it will open in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I ’ m glad we ’ re getting this facility as it will make it easier for residents to access testing , helping us to control this virus.
” A spokesperson for Worcestershire County Council said : “ Alongside the drive in testing site at Worcester Warriors , Worcestershire County Council Public Health teams are working on plans for four new test sites that will be accessible on foot .
“ One at the University of Worcester , one in Bromsgrove , one in Kidderminster and one in Redditch .
“ These are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who may not drive , or need more local access for example .
“ Residents must book a test online here or by calling 119 , in order to use these new sites once they are up and running .
“ They are not drop-in centres .
The test centres take three to four weeks to set up .
“ Testing is available to people who have a symptom of Covid-19 or have officially been told to get a test .
If you do not have a symptom , please do not take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Positive Covid-19 cases almost trebled in a week , with three areas of the county – Bromsgrove , Wychavon , including Evesham , Droitwich and Pershore , as well as Malvern Hills , seeing a big jump in cases and higher case rates per 100,000 .
The Wyre Forest area also saw case numbers quadruple , but from a lower starting point .
Care home visits have been stopped in Bromsgrove , Malvern Hills and Wychavon and hospital visits have been suspended across the county .
While a number of schools in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Covid concerns .
But the county council admitted the system had come under strain , with a concern that people have been booking tests without displaying symptom and without medical advice to do so .
An authority spokeswoman : “ Worcestershire , like the rest of the country is seeing a rise in the number of people who are trying to book a test for Covid-19 .
“ This is putting pressure on the system , and some people are finding it difficult to book a test locally .
“ We know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from people who do not need a test.
” The council said only those with a high temperature , a new continuous cough or a loss or change in their sense of smell or taste should be booking a test .
Along with those who are medically advised or told by the local authority to get a test .
Otherwise ‘ you are taking away a test from someone who may need it , ’ the council said .
Dr Kathryn Cobain , the Director for Public Health for Worcestershire , said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has a symptom of Covid-19 .
It is not a ‘ just in case ’ facility .
The tests will identify if a person has Covid at the time of testing , and should only be given to people who are showing symptoms of the virus .
“ If you are struggling to book a test , please self-isolate , don ’ t mix with others and keep trying to book a test .
Availability in the county is updated regularly , so please don ’ t give up .
And don ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a symptom , please keep tests available for those who really need them.
” The public health chief also advised if someone in a household develops symptoms , they must get tested and the rest of the household should self-isolate until the result of the test is back .
If someone in a household starts to have symptoms , then that person must get tested and the rest of the household should self-isolate with them whilst they wait for the results , with ‘ the vast majority ’ getting them the next day @ @ @ @ @ @ @ result does not mean a person self-isolating can end isolation early .
The authority said : “ The virus can take time to develop and so a test early on does not prove that you won ’ t go on to develop the virus .
That means you could still be at risk of spreading the disease to other people .
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Four new coronavirus testing centres are to be opened in Worcestershire after a surge in positive cases in recent weeks.
Worcestershire County Council’s public health team is set to open four new walk-in sites in the county to complement the drive-through testing site at Worcester Warriors’ Sixways Stadium in Warriors Way in the city.
The new walk-through sites are being opened in Bromsgrove, Kidderminster, Redditch and at the University of Worcester.
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Redditch MP Rachel Maclean had lobbied for a testing site in the town after a rise in cases in August and confirmed a new walk-in centre is set to be opened at the Abbey Stadium in Birmingham Road in ‘around two weeks’ time’.
The Conservative MP said: “Following the small spike in cases we saw in Redditch last month, I’ve been lobbying public health officials to set-up a walk-in Covid-19 testing centre in our town.
“I’m pleased to confirm Redditch will be getting this facility. Worcestershire public health officials have told me this walk-in facility will be located at the Abbey Stadium and it will open in around two weeks’ time.
“I’m glad we’re getting this facility as it will make it easier for residents to access testing, helping us to control this virus.”
A spokesperson for Worcestershire County Council said: “Alongside the drive in testing site at Worcester Warriors, Worcestershire County Council Public Health teams are working on plans for four new test sites that will be accessible on foot.
“One at the University of Worcester, one in Bromsgrove, one in Kidderminster and one in Redditch.
“These are to provide easier access for community members who may not drive, or need more local access for example.
“Residents must book a test online here or by calling 119, in order to use these new sites once they are up and running.
“They are not drop-in centres. The test centres take three to four weeks to set up.
“Testing is available to people who have a symptom of Covid-19 or have officially been told to get a test. If you do not have a symptom, please do not take a test from someone who needs it.“
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Positive Covid-19 cases almost trebled in a week, with three areas of the county – Bromsgrove, Wychavon, including Evesham, Droitwich and Pershore, as well as Malvern Hills, seeing a big jump in cases and higher case rates per 100,000.
The Wyre Forest area also saw case numbers quadruple, but from a lower starting point.
Care home visits have been stopped in Bromsgrove, Malvern Hills and Wychavon and hospital visits have been suspended across the county. While a number of schools in Worcestershire have children and staff self-isolating due to Covid concerns.
Worcestershire Covid-19 testing ‘under pressure’
But the county council admitted the system had come under strain, with a concern that people have been booking tests without displaying symptom and without medical advice to do so.
An authority spokeswoman: “Worcestershire, like the rest of the country is seeing a rise in the number of people who are trying to book a test for Covid-19.
“This is putting pressure on the system, and some people are finding it difficult to book a test locally.
“We know that part of the demand is coming from people who do not need a test.”
The council said only those with a high temperature, a new continuous cough or a loss or change in their sense of smell or taste should be booking a test.
Along with those who are medically advised or told by the local authority to get a test.
Otherwise ‘you are taking away a test from someone who may need it,’ the council said.
When to book a Covid-19 test
Dr Kathryn Cobain, the Director for Public Health for Worcestershire, said: “Testing is available to anyone who has a symptom of Covid-19. It is not a ‘just in case’ facility. The tests will identify if a person has Covid at the time of testing, and should only be given to people who are showing symptoms of the virus.
“If you are struggling to book a test, please self-isolate,don’t mix with others and keep trying to book a test. Availability in the county is updated regularly, so please don’t give up. And don’t book a test unless you have a symptom, please keep tests available for those who really need them.”
The public health chief also advised if someone in a household develops symptoms, they must get tested and the rest of the household should self-isolate until the result of the test is back.
If someone in a household starts to have symptoms, then that person must get tested and the rest of the household should self-isolate with them whilst they wait for the results, with ‘the vast majority’ getting them the next day.
But the council said a negative result does not mean a person self-isolating can end isolation early.
The authority said: “The virus can take time to develop and so a test early on does not prove that you won’t go on to develop the virus. That means you could still be at risk of spreading the disease to other people.”


birminghammail--2020-09-15--What Man United fans are saying about Jack Grealish news

Jack Grealish has officially pledged his future to Aston Villa by signing a new contract with his boyhood club .
The England international has put pen to paper on a five-year deal that will run until 2025 .
Grealish has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United - but this latest development should end any speculation surrounding his future for the time being .
In a short video , the Villa captain said : “ Hi guys , Jack Grealish here .
Delighted to say I ’ ve signed a new deal with Aston Villa.
” He added @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I am delighted to make this commitment to Villa .
It is my club , my home and I am very happy here .
The owners have made it very clear to me how ambitious they are and how they want to build Aston Villa .
There are exciting times ahead and I am very glad to be part of it.
” Villa chief executive Christian Purslow added : Jack is an emblem of our owners ’ vision for Aston Villa .
He joined our club as a local boy aged six and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s finest players finally becoming a full England international last week .
“ We are determined to build a top team around him and are delighted that he is extending his contract and committing himself to the club he loves.
” United fans have been reacting to the development on social media .
Asked if they were disappointed that Grealish would not be joining the Red Devils this summer , here 's what some of them have had to say on Twitter ... Ahsan Habib : Lets Rise Together and say # @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He 's not Bruno ( Fernandes ) is he !
!
Respect the Beard : No we got VDB ( Donny van de Beek ) .
UtdXtra7 : We weren ’ t going to sign him anyway , he ’ ll go to a top 6 club in the next two years .
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Google Play Store and App Store Marcin Grabowski : It was clear after VDB transfer .
Shed Ken : No at all with Bruno and VDB We are covered .
Alex Ekwueme : No , I 'm not disappointed .
We have VDB already .
Anish Ranjitkar : No , just another overpriced English player .
Mark Hawlor : Not in the slightest .
Younger/Better player for less @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fernandes and van de Beek for less than what Jack would ( have ) cost .
Bliss Austiano : Am glad he did n't join us .
Michael Mawusey Modenou : Not at all cuz utd wo n't buy him for such an outrageous amount .
Hoang Tran Duc Huy : Why should be ?
Overpriced .
Purchasing 40m in Donny van de Beek is the best deal happened in these circumstances .
David : He was too expensive , so no .
Raunaq Dash : Just a quick reminder that the window @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We ’ ve only managed to sign 1 player , our top target is still at Dortmund , we ’ ve sold hardly any of our deadwood , and the season starts in just 4 days .
Disappointed , but definitely not surprised .
# GlazersOut Andrew J. Naismith : Villa have bought well the last few weeks he will be excited to see how it goes .
All the best to him .
Class player .

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Jack Grealish has officially pledged his future to Aston Villa by signing a new contract with his boyhood club.
The England international has put pen to paper on a five-year deal that will run until 2025.
Grealish has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United - but this latest development should end any speculation surrounding his future for the time being.
In a short video, the Villa captain said: “Hi guys, Jack Grealish here. Delighted to say I’ve signed a new deal with Aston Villa.”
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He added in an official club statement: “I am delighted to make this commitment to Villa. It is my club, my home and I am very happy here. The owners have made it very clear to me how ambitious they are and how they want to build Aston Villa. There are exciting times ahead and I am very glad to be part of it.”
Villa chief executive Christian Purslow added: Jack is an emblem of our owners’ vision for Aston Villa. He joined our club as a local boy aged six and has developed into one of the country’s finest players finally becoming a full England international last week.
“We are determined to build a top team around him and are delighted that he is extending his contract and committing himself to the club he loves.”
United fans have been reacting to the development on social media. Asked if they were disappointed that Grealish would not be joining the Red Devils this summer, here's what some of them have had to say on Twitter...
@notfergie: Nope, overated player.
Hassan Kabalan: No, another overhyped-overpriced player.
Mavericknoble: No. Massively over priced.
Ahsan Habib: Lets Rise Together and say #GlazersOutWoodwardOut
Phemo Sancho: He's average. He's not Bruno (Fernandes) is he!!
Respect the Beard: No we got VDB (Donny van de Beek).
UtdXtra7: We weren’t going to sign him anyway, he’ll go to a top 6 club in the next two years.
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Marcin Grabowski: It was clear after VDB transfer.
Shed Ken: No at all with Bruno and VDB We are covered.
Alex Ekwueme: No, I'm not disappointed. We have VDB already.
Anish Ranjitkar: No, just another overpriced English player.
Mark Hawlor: Not in the slightest. Younger/Better player for less.
Achimatrulycares: Yes big time.
Foster20_20: No we got Bruno Fernandes and van de Beek for less than what Jack would (have) cost.
Bliss Austiano: Am glad he didn't join us.
Michael Mawusey Modenou: Not at all cuz utd won't buy him for such an outrageous amount.
Hoang Tran Duc Huy: Why should be? Overpriced. Purchasing 40m in Donny van de Beek is the best deal happened in these circumstances.
David: He was too expensive, so no.
Raunaq Dash: Just a quick reminder that the window shuts in just 3 weeks time. We’ve only managed to sign 1 player, our top target is still at Dortmund, we’ve sold hardly any of our deadwood, and the season starts in just 4 days. Disappointed, but definitely not surprised. #GlazersOut
Andre Adams: Definitely. Fantastic player.
Andrew J. Naismith: Villa have bought well the last few weeks he will be excited to see how it goes. All the best to him. Class player.


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birminghammail--2020-09-15--Watch - Huge queue forms amid 'desperation' for Covid-19 test

A huge queue formed outside a city coronavirus test centre as people who failed to get an appointment online waited out of `` sheer desperation '' .
Around 100 people queued for hours along Bristol Road to get into the walk-through University of Birmingham Covid-19 testing site on Tuesday , September 15 .
The situation was branded a `` farce '' by a dad who was waiting to have his four-year-old daughter tested .
He said he 'd tried to book a test online but was repeatedly told 'this service is currently very busy ' so decided to turn up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the queue - and hope for the best .
`` The school said she coughed at the end of the day and wanted her to get a test , '' he said .
`` She 's fine , she has n't coughed since we 've been in the queue .
It 's not a continuous cough . ''
But by 10.34am , he 'd been waiting for 90 minutes - and told BirminghamLive he could just about see the entrance gate .
`` There 's over 100 people here , easily , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 50 in my line of sight . ''
`` What 's going to happen when it 's raining ?
You ca n't have a queue of 100 people in Bristol Road in the middle of winter .
`` People either wo n't get tested or will end up with other problems . ''
He said his son had booked a test with ease at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground drive-through in the summer , adding : `` That 's what they need to be aiming for . ''
A teacher , who wished to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sent home from work with a high temperature but was unable to get a test .
`` Apparently I 'm not an essential worker , '' she said .
`` I 'm waiting in a queue despite being told there is no capacity out of sheer desperation .
I have older , vulnerable parents .
`` Some people have been queueing since 7am . ''
The government ’ s coronavirus testing programme is dealing with a backlog of 185,000 swabs , with tests being sent abroad as local labs are overwhelmed .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the capacity of the NHS test-and-trace system was the highest it had ever been but there was a “ significant ” demand for tests .
This includes demand from people “ who do not have symptoms and are not otherwise eligible ” , the DHSC said .

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A huge queue formed outside a city coronavirus test centre as people who failed to get an appointment online waited out of "sheer desperation".
Around 100 people queued for hours along Bristol Road to get into the walk-through University of Birmingham Covid-19 testing site on Tuesday, September 15.
The situation was branded a "farce" by a dad who was waiting to have his four-year-old daughter tested.
He said he'd tried to book a test online but was repeatedly told 'this service is currently very busy' so decided to turn up without an appointment - like many others in the queue - and hope for the best.
"The school said she coughed at the end of the day and wanted her to get a test," he said.
"She's fine, she hasn't coughed since we've been in the queue. It's not a continuous cough."
But by 10.34am, he'd been waiting for 90 minutes - and told BirminghamLive he could just about see the entrance gate.
"There's over 100 people here, easily," he said.
"There are 50 in my line of sight."
"What's going to happen when it's raining? You can't have a queue of 100 people in Bristol Road in the middle of winter.
"People either won't get tested or will end up with other problems."
He said his son had booked a test with ease at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground drive-through in the summer, adding: "That's what they need to be aiming for."
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A teacher, who wished to remain anonymous, said she had been sent home from work with a high temperature but was unable to get a test.
"Apparently I'm not an essential worker," she said.
"I'm waiting in a queue despite being told there is no capacity out of sheer desperation. I have older, vulnerable parents.
"Some people have been queueing since 7am."
The government’s coronavirus testing programme is dealing with a backlog of 185,000 swabs, with tests being sent abroad as local labs are overwhelmed.
The Department of Health and Social Care insist the capacity of the NHS test-and-trace system was the highest it had ever been but there was a “significant” demand for tests.
This includes demand from people “who do not have symptoms and are not otherwise eligible”, the DHSC said.


birminghammail--2020-09-15--Top Tory MP Andrew Mitchell will rebel against Boris's Brexit Bill

Birmingham Conservative MP Andrew Mitchell has warned Boris Johnson he wo n't vote for the Government 's new Brexit Bill as it stands .
Mr Mitchell , MP for the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield , said : `` I am not going to vote to breach international law . ''
The MP , a former Chief Whip and International Development Secretary , will vote for a rebel amendment next week , if the Government does not give ground .
But he said he hoped that Ministers would agree to make changes to the legislation before it comes to that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its first Commons hurdle on Monday night , when MPs voted to give it a second reading .
The legislation is designed to pave the way for the next stage of Brexit , when the UK leaves the EU 's single market and customs union on December 31 .
But it 's controversial because it would give the Government the power to overturn elements of the Withdrawal Agreement signed by the UK and EU just last year .
Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis has admitted that `` this does break international law '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a very specific and limited way '' .
A small number of Conservative MPs refused to back the Bill on its second reading , including Bromsgrove MP and former Chancellor Sajid Javid .
But others , like Mr Mitchell , are more likely to rebel in votes on amendments next week .
In particular , unless the Bill is changed , Mr Mitchell is set to vote for an amendment tabled by Tory backbencher Sir Bob Neill , chairman of the Commons Justice Committee , which would require a vote of Parliament before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Speaking in the House of Commons , Mr Mitchell said that breaking international law would make it much harder for the UK to speak out against abuses in other parts of the world .
He said : `` Britain has been a beacon , in some very difficult places in the world , for support for the rule of law .
Our support is relied on in that respect , and it matters , whether we are dealing with the rights of gay people in Uganda or ensuring the last vestiges of law @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by dint of Britain ’ s strong support for the rule of law ... the rule of law is incredibly important for our basic liberties and human rights , and failing to do so will do incalculable damage to our reputation all around the world . ''
And he said the Bill could threaten peace in Northern Ireland .
`` I have been here long enough to remember the awful statements about violence in Northern Ireland , with innocent civilians maimed and worse . ''
The legislation would ensure there are no restrictions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ireland and the rest of the United Kingdom , but this could lead to border restrictions between Northern Ireland and Ireland , which is seen as a threat to the peace process .
Birmingham MP says UK Internal Market Bill puts peace in Northern Ireland at risk Labour MPs voted against the Bill on its second reading .
Birmingham Labour MP Steve McCabe ( Selly Oak ) said the legislation could undermine the Good Friday Agreement , the 1998 peace deal that ended most of the violence in Northern Ireland .
He said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ know that we can not take chances with Northern Ireland .
We should not risk the security provided by the Good Friday agreement . ''
Mr McCabe also pointed out that the withdrawal agreement with the EU , which the Government now says is flawed , had been negotiated by Boris Johnson 's government .
Referring to the December 2019 general election , he said : `` Conservative Members won their seats by telling the electorate that they had secured a deal .
The Prime Minister toured the country and TV studios telling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ; now he claims that it is full of flaws and holes .
`` What is becoming all too clear is that it is our Prime Minister who is full of flaws and holes .
Did he not know what he was signing when he toured those studios ?
Was he simply talking tosh ? ''
However , Meriden Conservative MP Saqib Bhatti spoke in favour of the legislation , and echoed the Government 's argument that the EU was using elements of the withdrawal agreement to attempt to bully the UK .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ European Union is not acting in good faith . ''
He added : `` This Bill protects the Union and also says that Northern Ireland is part of our Union and is not a negotiating football .
Our job is to strengthen the hands of our negotiating team .
This Bill is a plan B , but it is a plan B that says we will not be bullied .
It is a plan B that says that this is one mandate that the European Union can not ignore . ''
West Bromwich @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the legislation .
She said : `` It protects the Union of the United Kingdom , safeguards Northern Ireland and paves the way for the return of many of our laws from Brussels .
`` There has been a lot of talk in the media and from the Opposition about the supposed illegal nature of this Bill if it becomes law , but this Bill does not itself break international law .
Many commentators seem to think that passing the Bill means that we are immediately breaching the withdrawal agreement , but the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no trade agreement is reached with the EU . ''
What is the UK Internal Market Bill ?
According to the Government , the Internal Market Bill is a “ Bill introduced to protect trade and jobs across the UK by preventing new burdens on business when the Transition Period ends.
” It transfers powers from the European Union to the UK at the end of the Brexit transition period , on December 31 .
The legislation will allow the UK Government to “ provide financial assistance to Scotland , Wales , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taxpayers ’ money previously administered by the EU ” .
The bill aims to create common trade rules that apply across the whole of the UK .
But the 58-page document makes clear the Government would be empowered to override parts of the Withdrawal Agreement signed by the UK and EU , which came into effect on January 31 , 2020 .

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Birmingham Conservative MP Andrew Mitchell has warned Boris Johnson he won't vote for the Government's new Brexit Bill as it stands.
Mr Mitchell, MP for the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, said: "I am not going to vote to breach international law."
The MP, a former Chief Whip and International Development Secretary, will vote for a rebel amendment next week, if the Government does not give ground. But he said he hoped that Ministers would agree to make changes to the legislation before it comes to that.
The UK Internal Market Bill cleared its first Commons hurdle on Monday night, when MPs voted to give it a second reading.
The legislation is designed to pave the way for the next stage of Brexit, when the UK leaves the EU's single market and customs union on December 31. But it's controversial because it would give the Government the power to overturn elements of the Withdrawal Agreement signed by the UK and EU just last year.
Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis has admitted that "this does break international law" but said it was only in "a very specific and limited way".
A small number of Conservative MPs refused to back the Bill on its second reading, including Bromsgrove MP and former Chancellor Sajid Javid. But others, like Mr Mitchell, are more likely to rebel in votes on amendments next week.
In particular, unless the Bill is changed, Mr Mitchell is set to vote for an amendment tabled by Tory backbencher Sir Bob Neill, chairman of the Commons Justice Committee, which would require a vote of Parliament before ministers can exercise the new powers.
Speaking in the House of Commons, Mr Mitchell said that breaking international law would make it much harder for the UK to speak out against abuses in other parts of the world.
He said: "Britain has been a beacon, in some very difficult places in the world, for support for the rule of law. Our support is relied on in that respect, and it matters, whether we are dealing with the rights of gay people in Uganda or ensuring the last vestiges of law in Zimbabwe, never quite snuffed out by dint of Britain’s strong support for the rule of law ... the rule of law is incredibly important for our basic liberties and human rights, and failing to do so will do incalculable damage to our reputation all around the world."
And he said the Bill could threaten peace in Northern Ireland. "I have been here long enough to remember the awful statements about violence in Northern Ireland, with innocent civilians maimed and worse."
The legislation would ensure there are no restrictions on the movement of goods between Northern Ireland and the rest of the United Kingdom, but this could lead to border restrictions between Northern Ireland and Ireland, which is seen as a threat to the peace process.
Birmingham MP says UK Internal Market Bill puts peace in Northern Ireland at risk
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Labour MPs voted against the Bill on its second reading. Birmingham Labour MP Steve McCabe (Selly Oak) said the legislation could undermine the Good Friday Agreement, the 1998 peace deal that ended most of the violence in Northern Ireland.
He said: "People who remember the troubles know that we cannot take chances with Northern Ireland. We should not risk the security provided by the Good Friday agreement."
Mr McCabe also pointed out that the withdrawal agreement with the EU, which the Government now says is flawed, had been negotiated by Boris Johnson's government.
Referring to the December 2019 general election, he said: "Conservative Members won their seats by telling the electorate that they had secured a deal. The Prime Minister toured the country and TV studios telling us that it was a great deal; now he claims that it is full of flaws and holes.
"What is becoming all too clear is that it is our Prime Minister who is full of flaws and holes. Did he not know what he was signing when he toured those studios? Was he simply talking tosh?"
Some West Midlands Conservative MPs backed the Bill
However, Meriden Conservative MP Saqib Bhatti spoke in favour of the legislation, and echoed the Government's argument that the EU was using elements of the withdrawal agreement to attempt to bully the UK.
He said: "Clearly, the European Union is not acting in good faith."
He added: "This Bill protects the Union and also says that Northern Ireland is part of our Union and is not a negotiating football. Our job is to strengthen the hands of our negotiating team. This Bill is a plan B, but it is a plan B that says we will not be bullied. It is a plan B that says that this is one mandate that the European Union cannot ignore."
West Bromwich East Conservative MP Nicola Richards also backed the legislation. She said: "It protects the Union of the United Kingdom, safeguards Northern Ireland and paves the way for the return of many of our laws from Brussels.
"There has been a lot of talk in the media and from the Opposition about the supposed illegal nature of this Bill if it becomes law, but this Bill does not itself break international law. Many commentators seem to think that passing the Bill means that we are immediately breaching the withdrawal agreement, but the Bill is simply a safeguard in case no trade agreement is reached with the EU."
What is the UK Internal Market Bill?
According to the Government, the Internal Market Bill is a “Bill introduced to protect trade and jobs across the UK by preventing new burdens on business when the Transition Period ends.”
It transfers powers from the European Union to the UK at the end of the Brexit transition period, on December 31.
The legislation will allow the UK Government to “provide financial assistance to Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland with new powers to spend taxpayers’ money previously administered by the EU”.
The bill aims to create common trade rules that apply across the whole of the UK.
But the 58-page document makes clear the Government would be empowered to override parts of the Withdrawal Agreement signed by the UK and EU, which came into effect on January 31, 2020.


birminghammail--2020-09-15--Aston Villa fans react as Jack Grealish signs new five-year contract with club

Aston Villa fans have been reacting to a new contract for Jack Grealish , who has ended speculation about his future by signing a fresh five-year deal with his boyhood club .
The Villa captain - and boyhood fan - has penned new terms with the club today .
Manchester United were heavily linked with a move for the 25 year-old , while Manchester City had also been mentioned as a possible destination .
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It 's an exciting development for Villa , keeping hold of a player they valued at £80 million according to reports .
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birminghammail--2020-09-15--Grealish commits to Aston Villa after agreeing five-year deal

Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish has put to bed any speculation that he might be on the move this summer by committing his long-term future to his boyhood club .
The Villa skipper has signed a new five-year contract that will run until 2025 , and broke the news to supporters via the club ’ s social media channels .
In a short video , Grealish explained , quite simply : “ Hi guys , Jack Grealish here .
Delighted to say I ’ ve signed a new deal with Aston Villa.
” Make sure you do n't miss a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to our Villa newsletter He added in an official club statement : “ I am delighted to make this commitment to Villa .
It is my club , my home and I am very happy here .
The owners have made it very clear to me how ambitious they are and how they want to build Aston Villa .
There are exciting times ahead and I am very glad to be part of it.
” Grealish , who made his debut for England earlier this month in the goalless draw with Denmark , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deal , but the move to tie him down to a longer and improved contract has outlined the club ’ s plans going forwards .
Chief executive Christian Purslow explained : Jack is an emblem of our owners ’ vision for Aston Villa .
He joined our club as a local boy aged six and has developed into one of the country ’ s finest players finally becoming a full England international last week .
“ We are determined to build a top team around him and are delighted that he is extending @ @ @ @ @ @ @ club he loves.
” Manchester United had been linked with a move for Grealish for most of this summer , such were his performances levels back in the top flight last term .
The securing of his long-term future to Villa will be a significant shot in the arm for boss and fellow Villan Dean Smith as he puts plans in place ahead of the Lions ’ second consecutive campaign back in the top flight .

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Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish has put to bed any speculation that he might be on the move this summer by committing his long-term future to his boyhood club.
The Villa skipper has signed a new five-year contract that will run until 2025, and broke the news to supporters via the club’s social media channels.
In a short video, Grealish explained, quite simply: “Hi guys, Jack Grealish here. Delighted to say I’ve signed a new deal with Aston Villa.”
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He added in an official club statement: “I am delighted to make this commitment to Villa. It is my club, my home and I am very happy here. The owners have made it very clear to me how ambitious they are and how they want to build Aston Villa. There are exciting times ahead and I am very glad to be part of it.”
Grealish, who made his debut for England earlier this month in the goalless draw with Denmark, had three years left on his remaining deal, but the move to tie him down to a longer and improved contract has outlined the club’s plans going forwards.
Chief executive Christian Purslow explained: Jack is an emblem of our owners’ vision for Aston Villa. He joined our club as a local boy aged six and has developed into one of the country’s finest players finally becoming a full England international last week.
“We are determined to build a top team around him and are delighted that he is extending his contract and committing himself to the club he loves.”
Manchester United had been linked with a move for Grealish for most of this summer, such were his performances levels back in the top flight last term.
The securing of his long-term future to Villa will be a significant shot in the arm for boss and fellow Villan Dean Smith as he puts plans in place ahead of the Lions’ second consecutive campaign back in the top flight.


birminghammail--2020-09-15--Top cop reveals exact timeline of horrific city centre stabbings

The police response to the spate of stabbings which saw one killed and seven injured earlier this month will be shown to have 'saved lives ' , a top police chief has claimed .
And chief constable Dave Thompson also laid out an exact timeline of the events in the early hours of September 6 , revealing the suspect left the city centre between attacks , rather than staying in one place .
West Midlands Police received criticism from some quarters following the incident , with Perry Barr MP Khalid Mahmood questioning why the suspect was not caught sooner and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been saved were there a quicker response from the police .
However , addressing such criticisms , Mr Thompson said he was proud of the response from West Midlands Police that night , detailing how events unfolded .
`` I wanted to start by speaking about Jacob Billington and the survivors , one of whom remains critically ill , '' he said , speaking at today 's ( Sep 15 ) Strategic Policing and Crime Board .
`` Everybody in the city of Birmingham is stunned by these terrible attacks .
`` The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one of us or any one of those we love makes crimes like these seem very , very close to home , and the thoughts of everybody in West Midlands Police are with these victims , their families and friends , and I know this will be the case for everybody here in the city of Birmingham and the West Midlands .
`` I believe it ’ s necessary to address some of the issues concerning West Midlands Police 's response , as a result of some criticism we faced in the first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I ’ ve waited until today , after the initial appearance of the suspect at court and also the coroner 's inquest beginning yesterday .
`` There has been criticism of the force because there is a belief the suspect was allowed to wander around the city centre for two hours between the first and final attack .
`` The first three victims were reported to police between 12:31am and 12:52am on 6 September .
At 1:23am the initial investigation identified links between the two incidents .
`` There was then almost an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two incidents were reported to police .
`` The next two attacks were reported to the police at 1:50am and 1:59am .
`` Evidence presented to the court in this case will allege that the suspect left the city centre after the first three victims were attacked returning to another part of the city centre around an hour later where it is alleged the second two more incidents took place .
`` This addresses why the prime suspect was not located between the two sets of incidents .
As you will know , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after incidents .
This is not always possible as this complex case demonstrates . ''
Addressing accusations that the police response to the attacks was not fast enough , Mr Thompson said : `` The response times to the four clusters of attacks are based upon the time between receiving the emergency call , to officers arriving at the scene .
To help understand the speed of our response , these are the times from when officers were allocated by the control room to the point the first officer indicated they had arrived @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : We responded in seven minutes from the call being received .
The first officers arrived three minutes after they had been allocated by the control room .
• Attack two on two victims : We responded 13 minutes after the call was received .
Officers arrived three minutes after allocation .
• Attack three on two victims : We responded six minutes after the call was received .
Officers arrive four minutes after allocation .
• Attack four on three people : We responded seven minutes after the call was received .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` The force duty inspector attempted to deploy every officer in the central area of the force as these calls came in and this was later extended to western and eastern clusters to make towards the city centre .
`` Other specialist resources were deployed including multiple firearms officers , Taser units , traffic resources , the police helicopter and other police forces were placed on standby .
This was in addition to working with the ambulance service on their response .
`` I believe the prompt police and an equally swift ambulance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lives . ''
Responding to questions over why an image of the suspect was not released sooner , Mr Thompson said : `` Decisions on releasing images and descriptions are made by investigating officers .
A very experienced senior investigator officer was appointed , supported by a very experienced strategic investigator , a role used in complex cases .
They reported to the Assistant Chief Constable for crime who was the strategic commander .
`` An extensive CCTV trawl was carried out to secure images of the suspect on public and private CCTV @ @ @ @ @ @ @ using the UK police major incident public reporting site to quickly secure mobile phone images .
I would like to thank people for all the help they gave us on this .
`` In deciding whether to release details of the suspect , senior officers balanced the risk to the public , the vague nature of the description and the risk of well-intended but inaccurate reports of sightings alongside already active lines of enquiry .
This was influenced by the absence of a good quality CCTV image that would assist identification .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 7pm on September 6 .
These were the best images secured during the investigation throughout that day .
`` The suspect was arrested at 4am on Monday , September 7 , 26 hours after the attack .
`` I believe these decisions to have been well-considered , reasonable and ultimately assisted the investigation .
`` I hope this information clarifies these points and addresses any concerns .
`` I conclude by saying I am proud of the response of staff of the force on the night and those carrying out this investigation .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''

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The police response to the spate of stabbings which saw one killed and seven injured earlier this month will be shown to have 'saved lives', a top police chief has claimed.
And chief constable Dave Thompson also laid out an exact timeline of the events in the early hours of September 6, revealing the suspect left the city centre between attacks, rather than staying in one place.
West Midlands Police received criticism from some quarters following the incident, with Perry Barr MP Khalid Mahmood questioning why the suspect was not caught sooner and indicating that victim Jacob Billington could have been saved were there a quicker response from the police.
(Image: Birmingham Mail)
However, addressing such criticisms, Mr Thompson said he was proud of the response from West Midlands Police that night, detailing how events unfolded.
"I wanted to start by speaking about Jacob Billington and the survivors, one of whom remains critically ill," he said, speaking at today's (Sep 15) Strategic Policing and Crime Board.
"Everybody in the city of Birmingham is stunned by these terrible attacks.
"The fact the victims could have been any one of us or any one of those we love makes crimes like these seem very, very close to home, and the thoughts of everybody in West Midlands Police are with these victims, their families and friends, and I know this will be the case for everybody here in the city of Birmingham and the West Midlands.
"I believe it’s necessary to address some of the issues concerning West Midlands Police's response, as a result of some criticism we faced in the first 24 hours of this tragedy. And I’ve waited until today, after the initial appearance of the suspect at court and also the coroner's inquest beginning yesterday.
"There has been criticism of the force because there is a belief the suspect was allowed to wander around the city centre for two hours between the first and final attack.
"The first three victims were reported to police between 12:31am and 12:52am on 6 September. At 1:23am the initial investigation identified links between the two incidents.
"There was then almost an hour’s gap until the next two incidents were reported to police.
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"The next two attacks were reported to the police at 1:50am and 1:59am.
"Evidence presented to the court in this case will allege that the suspect left the city centre after the first three victims were attacked returning to another part of the city centre around an hour later where it is alleged the second two more incidents took place.
"This addresses why the prime suspect was not located between the two sets of incidents. As you will know, we always try to find suspects immediately after incidents. This is not always possible as this complex case demonstrates."
Addressing accusations that the police response to the attacks was not fast enough, Mr Thompson said: "The response times to the four clusters of attacks are based upon the time between receiving the emergency call, to officers arriving at the scene. To help understand the speed of our response, these are the times from when officers were allocated by the control room to the point the first officer indicated they had arrived:
First attack on one victim : We responded in seven minutes from the call being received. The first officers arrived three minutes after they had been allocated by the control room.
: We responded in seven minutes from the call being received. The first officers arrived three minutes after they had been allocated by the control room. Attack two on two victims : We responded 13 minutes after the call was received. Officers arrived three minutes after allocation.
: We responded 13 minutes after the call was received. Officers arrived three minutes after allocation. Attack three on two victims : We responded six minutes after the call was received. Officers arrive four minutes after allocation.
: We responded six minutes after the call was received. Officers arrive four minutes after allocation. Attack four on three people : We responded seven minutes after the call was received. Officers arrive four minutes after allocation.
"The force duty inspector attempted to deploy every officer in the central area of the force as these calls came in and this was later extended to western and eastern clusters to make towards the city centre.
"Other specialist resources were deployed including multiple firearms officers, Taser units, traffic resources, the police helicopter and other police forces were placed on standby. This was in addition to working with the ambulance service on their response.
(Image: Darren Quinton / BirminghamLive)
"I believe the prompt police and an equally swift ambulance response will be shown to have saved lives."
Responding to questions over why an image of the suspect was not released sooner, Mr Thompson said: " Decisions on releasing images and descriptions are made by investigating officers. A very experienced senior investigator officer was appointed, supported by a very experienced strategic investigator, a role used in complex cases. They reported to the Assistant Chief Constable for crime who was the strategic commander.
"An extensive CCTV trawl was carried out to secure images of the suspect on public and private CCTV by investigators. An appeal was launched using the UK police major incident public reporting site to quickly secure mobile phone images. I would like to thank people for all the help they gave us on this.
"In deciding whether to release details of the suspect, senior officers balanced the risk to the public, the vague nature of the description and the risk of well-intended but inaccurate reports of sightings alongside already active lines of enquiry. This was influenced by the absence of a good quality CCTV image that would assist identification.
"We shared images of the suspect at 7pm on September 6. These were the best images secured during the investigation throughout that day.
"The suspect was arrested at 4am on Monday, September 7, 26 hours after the attack.
"I believe these decisions to have been well-considered, reasonable and ultimately assisted the investigation.
"I hope this information clarifies these points and addresses any concerns.
"I conclude by saying I am proud of the response of staff of the force on the night and those carrying out this investigation. Our job now is to ensure justice."


birminghammail--2020-09-15--Aston Villa transfer news live - Jack Grealish signs new contract

Hello and welcome to Tuesday 's LIVE coverage of Aston Villa from BirminghamLive .
We will be keeping you up @ @ @ @ @ latest transfer news and views from Villa Park on Tuesday , September 15 .
Dean @ @ @ @ @ active in the transfer market this summer , bringing in Matty Cash and Ollie Watkins @ @ @ @ @ respectively .
Arsenal goalkeeper Emi Martinez is set to follow along with Bertrand Traore of @ @ @ @ @ ongoing about bringing Milot Rashica to Villa with Smith keen to add quality to his @ @ @ @ @ a 17th-placed finish in the Premier League after three seasons away from the top flight @ @ @ @ @ all the latest Villa transfer news and views right here .

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Hello and welcome to Tuesday's LIVE coverage of Aston Villa from BirminghamLive.
We will be keeping you up to date with all the latest transfer news and views from Villa Park on Tuesday, September 15.
Dean Smith 's side have been active in the transfer market this summer, bringing in Matty Cash and Ollie Watkins from Nottingham Forest and Brentford respectively.
Arsenal goalkeeper Emi Martinez is set to follow along with Bertrand Traore of Olympique Lyon.
Talks are ongoing about bringing Milot Rashica to Villa with Smith keen to add quality to his squad on the back of a 17th-placed finish in the Premier League after three seasons away from the top flight.
And you can follow all the latest Villa transfer news and views right here.


birminghammail--2020-09-15--How shopping rules have changed now Rule of Six is introduced

At the start of the pandemic , shopping has never really gone back to normal .
A number of measures have been put in place by the Government in order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus across the country and to stop potential outbreaks .
At the end of July , the Government made it compulsory to wear facemasks in retail outlets , including supermarkets , to prevent the spread and now the Rule of Six has been introduced this week .
But the question is - does this affect my shopping even more than it should ?
And @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that have taken place ?
Well , our colleagues over at EssexLive have complied a useful article that you can read to make sure you do n't get confused about the new rules and changes .
Will I have to queue to go shopping ?
The rule has people asking `` Will I have to start queuing to get in the supermarkets again ? ''
With the cooler weather set to arrive soon , the idea of standing outside in the wind and rain is not appealing .
The simple answer to this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ limited , rules in the shops remain the same .
It is still a legal requirement to wear a face-covering in shops ( unless you are exempt ) and social distancing guidelines remain at one metre .
This means that shops do n't have to reduce the number of customers in-store , so shopping should stay the same .
You wo n't however be able to shop in groups larger than six .
A spokesperson from the British Retail Consortium - which represents supermarkets - told The Mirror : `` New Government restrictions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ current shopping experience .
`` Since the pandemic began , retailers have invested millions in social distancing measures to make stores safe for customers . ''
What are the rules in supermarkets ?
The main rule for shopping is that you need to wear a face covering , such as a mask or a shield .
Most supermarkets still have guidance in place for customers to keep safe .
Despite government advice , Asda says they are still encouraging customers to have two meters between each other .
An Asda spokesperson said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have embraced many new rules to help keep everyone safe in our stores , and we are confident they will continue to show care and consideration for each other by wearing a face covering when they visit our stores .
`` We also have signs at the entrance to the store and on the shelf edges to encourage customers to wear a face covering and are using Asda FM ( our in-store radio ) to further remind customers .
`` While we will do all we can to strongly encourage customers to respect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ policing and enforcing them does lie with the relevant authorities . ''
In Tesco , customers are reminded about the face-covering rules .
Anyone who forgets one is able to buy one at the entrance to stores .
At Aldi , a spokesperson said : `` Customers are encouraged to comply with the Government guidelines on face coverings but , like other retailers , our colleagues are not able to enforce these rules . ''
Sainsbury 's also says that they will not challenge customers not coving their faces as they know that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ However , Morrisons will be handing out free ones to shoppers who forget .
Iceland has asked customers to wear one if they can , but will not instruct staff to 'police ' the rule .
A spokesman said : `` We welcome the additional measures brought in by the Government and will be supporting mandatory face coverings in our stores in England , whilst observing the exemptions outlined in the latest guidance .
`` However , we will not put our staff at risk by asking them to police this . ''

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At the start of the pandemic, shopping has never really gone back to normal.
A number of measures have been put in place by the Government in order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus across the country and to stop potential outbreaks.
At the end of July, the Government made it compulsory to wear facemasks in retail outlets, including supermarkets, to prevent the spread and now the Rule of Six has been introduced this week.
But the question is - does this affect my shopping even more than it should? And should I be aware of any changes that have taken place?
Well, our colleagues over at EssexLive have complied a useful article that you can read to make sure you don't get confused about the new rules and changes.
Will I have to queue to go shopping?
The rule has people asking "Will I have to start queuing to get in the supermarkets again?"
With the cooler weather set to arrive soon, the idea of standing outside in the wind and rain is not appealing.
The simple answer to this is no.
Despite social gatherings being limited, rules in the shops remain the same.
It is still a legal requirement to wear a face-covering in shops (unless you are exempt) and social distancing guidelines remain at one metre.
This means that shops don't have to reduce the number of customers in-store, so shopping should stay the same.
You won't however be able to shop in groups larger than six.
A spokesperson from the British Retail Consortium - which represents supermarkets - told The Mirror : "New Government restrictions on group sizes will not affect the current shopping experience.
"Since the pandemic began, retailers have invested millions in social distancing measures to make stores safe for customers."
What are the rules in supermarkets?
The main rule for shopping is that you need to wear a face covering, such as a mask or a shield.
Most supermarkets still have guidance in place for customers to keep safe.
Despite government advice, Asda says they are still encouraging customers to have two meters between each other.
An Asda spokesperson said: "Throughout the pandemic, our customers have embraced many new rules to help keep everyone safe in our stores, and we are confident they will continue to show care and consideration for each other by wearing a face covering when they visit our stores.
"We also have signs at the entrance to the store and on the shelf edges to encourage customers to wear a face covering and are using Asda FM (our in-store radio) to further remind customers.
"While we will do all we can to strongly encourage customers to respect the new guidelines, the responsibility for policing and enforcing them does lie with the relevant authorities."
In Tesco, customers are reminded about the face-covering rules.
Anyone who forgets one is able to buy one at the entrance to stores.
(Image: Aldi)
At Aldi, a spokesperson said: "Customers are encouraged to comply with the Government guidelines on face coverings but, like other retailers, our colleagues are not able to enforce these rules."
Sainsbury's also says that they will not challenge customers not coving their faces as they know that some people are not able to.
However, Morrisons will be handing out free ones to shoppers who forget.
Iceland has asked customers to wear one if they can, but will not instruct staff to 'police' the rule.
A spokesman said: "We welcome the additional measures brought in by the Government and will be supporting mandatory face coverings in our stores in England, whilst observing the exemptions outlined in the latest guidance.
"However, we will not put our staff at risk by asking them to police this."


birminghammail--2020-09-15--Albion remaining patient to ensure they get 'proper' target

West Brom will remain patient as they look to secure their ideal striker signing .
There remains just under three weeks to go of the summer transfer window , but Premier League clubs can sign players from EFL clubs until October 15 - a month from now .
Make sure you do n't miss a thing - click here to sign up to our Albion newsletter Albion remain keen on Huddersfield Town forward Karlan Grant , and are hopeful that an agreement can be struck with the Terriers over the structuring of a deal that would bring the player to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inject pace into his forward department , which currently consists of Charlie Austin , Kenneth Zohore and Hal Robson-Kanu - though none of them started on Sunday in the defeat to Leicester , and only the latter was handed any minutes at all .
In Grant , Albion see a player of a good age with a number of attractive attributes - he scored 19 goals in a struggling Town side last season , including one against Albion .
With fans waiting anxiously , hoping that the club ’ s efforts in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that he ’ d prefer to sit tight and the club continue to focus those efforts on their primary target , rather than merely signing a striker who wouldn ’ t fit the bill quite as effectively .
“ We don ’ t need numbers - we have numbers , ” Bilic said .
“ If one comes then probably one will have to go , ideally .
We don ’ t need numbers .
“ Unless we can get someone that I or we think gives us something we don ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ point ?
“ I would rather wait , I would rather wait to get the proper one - the one that we want , than get one just for the sake of doing it .
With Covid the fact is , okay we hoped , we are still trying to make the best out of the transfer window .
“ We were in a difficult situation - not just because of Covid - but we were in a difficult situation where we had to spend our funds to keep the players we had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ phase two is to improve your squad which you have to do because you are going to play one level up.
” Albion are closing in on the signing of Conor Gallagher on a season-long loan deal from Chelsea , having appeared to have seen off competition from Premier League rivals for his signature .
They ’ re also expected to conclude a short-term deal for former Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic , once the relevant paperwork has been ratified .

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West Brom will remain patient as they look to secure their ideal striker signing.
There remains just under three weeks to go of the summer transfer window, but Premier League clubs can sign players from EFL clubs until October 15 - a month from now.
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Albion remain keen on Huddersfield Town forward Karlan Grant, and are hopeful that an agreement can be struck with the Terriers over the structuring of a deal that would bring the player to The Hawthorns.
Slaven Bilic wants to inject pace into his forward department, which currently consists of Charlie Austin, Kenneth Zohore and Hal Robson-Kanu - though none of them started on Sunday in the defeat to Leicester, and only the latter was handed any minutes at all.
In Grant, Albion see a player of a good age with a number of attractive attributes - he scored 19 goals in a struggling Town side last season, including one against Albion.
With fans waiting anxiously, hoping that the club’s efforts in the window bear fruit, Bilic has reasoned that he’d prefer to sit tight and the club continue to focus those efforts on their primary target, rather than merely signing a striker who wouldn’t fit the bill quite as effectively.
“We don’t need numbers - we have numbers,” Bilic said. “If one comes then probably one will have to go, ideally. We don’t need numbers.
“Unless we can get someone that I or we think gives us something we don’t have, then what’s the point?
“I would rather wait, I would rather wait to get the proper one - the one that we want, than get one just for the sake of doing it. With Covid the fact is, okay we hoped, we are still trying to make the best out of the transfer window.
“We were in a difficult situation - not just because of Covid - but we were in a difficult situation where we had to spend our funds to keep the players we had last season on loan.
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“Then phase two is to improve your squad which you have to do because you are going to play one level up.”
Albion are closing in on the signing of Conor Gallagher on a season-long loan deal from Chelsea, having appeared to have seen off competition from Premier League rivals for his signature.
They’re also expected to conclude a short-term deal for former Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic, once the relevant paperwork has been ratified.


birminghammail--2020-09-15--Piers Morgan rages on GMB during heated Diversity BLM debate

A fiery debate has taken place on one of the most watched shows on TV after a performance by dance group Diversity sparked an angry backlash .
Piers Morgan has been left upset after he debated guest Calvin Robinson on Good Morning Britain .
The performance was a four-minute long show which supported the Black Lives Matter movement and depicted the violence during the protests .
Many praised the performance but it sparked an angry backlash from UK viewers which lead to a massive 21,000 complaints to the broadcast regulator Ofcom .
And Piers has spoken out in support of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ took offence to the scenes that he saw on his screen when the show took place .
According to the Express , the political commentator Calvin said : “ I ’ m a big fan of Diversity - I remember when they won and it was a great moment .
“ But I think what they tried to do was well-intentioned but very misguided and the British public have said , ‘ We don ’ t want this ’ .
“ It was pre-watershed , it was very violent , it was portraying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taking the knee .
“ It was all steeped in political race theories which is this whole myth of white supremacy with white people being oppressors and black people being victims - it ’ s not a good message to be sending at 8pm on primetime television.
” Disagreeing with Calvin ’ s comments , Piers hit back : “ Oh , come off it .
I ’ ve seen more violence on EastEnders .
“ They did a four-minute performance that talked about the coronavirus pandemic , about love , about unity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seminal moment of the appalling death of George Floyd , ” he continued .
“ I think if you ’ re genuinely offended by what you saw on that show , there ’ s something wrong with you [ general public ] , ” he raged .
“ I just feel like , what are you offended by if you think about it logically ?
” the broadcaster rhetorically asked aloud .
Singer and vocal coach David Grant , 64 , also spoke as part of the debate , stating those who reported @ @ @ @ @ @ @ point .
The routine has become the most complained about television moment of the year so far , with the broadcasting watchdog having received almost 22,000 objections to the production .
“ The idea of it was supposed to look at how 2020 has changed us , ” David began , before explaining why the performance was so important .
“ If you ’ re going to do that and you ’ re going to leave out Black Lives Matter - which is the most significant social movement whether you like it or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ editing out reality .
“ It ’ s not the role of art to edit out reality , ” he continued before Susanna asked whether a Saturday entertainment show was the place to do it .
“ For eight seconds [ of a four-minute performance ] they depicted a police officer with his knee of someone ’ s neck.
” “ If for eight seconds out of 240 seconds you ’ re going to dismiss the whole thing because you don ’ t like those eight seconds or you feel uncomfortable , then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , ” the vocal coach added .
“ I think Piers just illustrated really well in response to Calvin in saying , ‘ Look .
All lives can ’ t matter until the lives of the least , the most oppressed , the most put upon matter ’ .
“ And for Calvin to say , ‘ Well that doesn ’ t happen here [ in the UK ] , is a denial of reality , ” he opined .
Taking to Twitter , those watching at home commented on the debate and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
One posted on social media : “ Yes all lives matter but I saw this routine as a performance telling the story of 2020 .
“ Yes it was emotive but it was beautifully done .
It amazes me too that many of these so-called complaints are being posted a couple of weeks after it aired.
” Another wrote : “ Diversity had an opportunity to perform & narrate a very important message in such a beautifully demonstrated , artistic way .
“ Theatres/tours are all cancelled this year so they have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this one .
Diversity did a knockout performance , incredible .
”

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A fiery debate has taken place on one of the most watched shows on TV after a performance by dance group Diversity sparked an angry backlash.
Piers Morgan has been left upset after he debated guest Calvin Robinson on Good Morning Britain. The performance was a four-minute long show which supported the Black Lives Matter movement and depicted the violence during the protests.
Many praised the performance but it sparked an angry backlash from UK viewers which lead to a massive 21,000 complaints to the broadcast regulator Ofcom.
And Piers has spoken out in support of 31-year-old Ashley Banjo after Calvin said he took offence to the scenes that he saw on his screen when the show took place.
According to the Express, the political commentator Calvin said: “I’m a big fan of Diversity - I remember when they won and it was a great moment.
“But I think what they tried to do was well-intentioned but very misguided and the British public have said, ‘We don’t want this’.
“It was pre-watershed, it was very violent, it was portraying police brutality and kneeling on necks and taking the knee.
“It was all steeped in political race theories which is this whole myth of white supremacy with white people being oppressors and black people being victims - it’s not a good message to be sending at 8pm on primetime television.”
Disagreeing with Calvin’s comments, Piers hit back: “Oh, come off it. I’ve seen more violence on EastEnders.
“They did a four-minute performance that talked about the coronavirus pandemic, about love, about unity and part of it they depicted the seminal moment of the appalling death of George Floyd,” he continued.
“I think if you’re genuinely offended by what you saw on that show, there’s something wrong with you [general public],” he raged.
“I just feel like, what are you offended by if you think about it logically?” the broadcaster rhetorically asked aloud.
Singer and vocal coach David Grant, 64, also spoke as part of the debate, stating those who reported the performance to Ofcom have missed the point.
(Image: ITV)
The routine has become the most complained about television moment of the year so far, with the broadcasting watchdog having received almost 22,000 objections to the production.
“The idea of it was supposed to look at how 2020 has changed us,” David began, before explaining why the performance was so important.
“If you’re going to do that and you’re going to leave out Black Lives Matter - which is the most significant social movement whether you like it or not - then you’re deliberately editing out reality.
“It’s not the role of art to edit out reality,” he continued before Susanna asked whether a Saturday entertainment show was the place to do it.
“For eight seconds [of a four-minute performance] they depicted a police officer with his knee of someone’s neck.”
“If for eight seconds out of 240 seconds you’re going to dismiss the whole thing because you don’t like those eight seconds or you feel uncomfortable, then you’re completely missing the point,” the vocal coach added.
“I think Piers just illustrated really well in response to Calvin in saying, ‘Look. All lives can’t matter until the lives of the least, the most oppressed, the most put upon matter’.
“And for Calvin to say, ‘Well that doesn’t happen here [in the UK], is a denial of reality,” he opined.
Taking to Twitter, those watching at home commented on the debate and shared their own opinions on the performance.
One posted on social media: “Yes all lives matter but I saw this routine as a performance telling the story of 2020.
“Yes it was emotive but it was beautifully done. It amazes me too that many of these so-called complaints are being posted a couple of weeks after it aired.”
Another wrote: “Diversity had an opportunity to perform & narrate a very important message in such a beautifully demonstrated, artistic way.
“Theatres/tours are all cancelled this year so they have had no other opportunity as good as this one. Diversity did a knockout performance, incredible.”
Good Morning Britain airs weekdays at 6am on ITV.