birminghammail--2020-11-03--Holly Willoughby breaks down on This Morning during emotional interview

Holly Willoughby has wept on This Morning today during a particularly emotional segment .
The This Morning host was presenting alongside Phil Schofield during Tuesday 's show .
Paul was on the show alongside his son Nick .
Paul suffers with dementia , but is also a composer , and has recently released a beautiful new single with proceeds split between the Alzheimer 's Society and Music for Dementia .
As he aired the piece on the ITV1 daytime TV show today , Holly was overcome with emotion .
Holly told fans : `` That 's the power of music @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'm sorry I do n't know what 's wrong with me .
`` I 'm so embarrassed it just wo n't stop . ''
Phil consoled her and said : `` That 's alright , it 's ok. '' '' I 'm just going to grab my tissues , '' Holly said , disappearing from view .
She returned and looked visibly upset , wiping away her tears during the show and telling Paul : `` That was beautiful , well done . ''
She added : `` I wish you could hear @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` Yes that 's the power of music that we 're all going to need over these next few weeks . ''
*This Morning continues at 10am on ITV tomorrow

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Holly Willoughby has wept on This Morning today during a particularly emotional segment.
The This Morning host was presenting alongside Phil Schofield during Tuesday's show.
November 3 saw Holly, 39, and Phil discuss dementia sufferer Paul Harvey's condition.
Paul was on the show alongside his son Nick.
Paul suffers with dementia, but is also a composer, and has recently released a beautiful new single with proceeds split between the Alzheimer's Society and Music for Dementia.
As he aired the piece on the ITV1 daytime TV show today, Holly was overcome with emotion.
Holly told fans: "That's the power of music, it makes you feel, I'm sorry I don't know what's wrong with me.
"I'm so embarrassed it just won't stop."
Phil consoled her and said: "That's alright, it's ok."
"I'm just going to grab my tissues," Holly said, disappearing from view.
She returned and looked visibly upset, wiping away her tears during the show and telling Paul: "That was beautiful, well done."
She added: "I wish you could hear more people applauding."
Phil then said: "Yes that's the power of music that we're all going to need over these next few weeks."
*This Morning continues at 10am on ITV tomorrow


birminghammail--2020-11-03--Smyths Toys three-word update after lockdown sparks huge queues

Panicked Christmas shoppers rushing to buy presents ahead of a second Covid lockdown sparked huge queues at toy shops across Birmingham and the Black Country .
Non-essential stores will shut from Thursday following a nationwide surge in coronavirus cases .
Only a small list of retailers will be allowed to trade , including supermarkets and pharmacies .
Banks and post offices will also stay open as they provide a 'vital service ' to the community .
News of the imminent second lockdown appeared to spark panic amongst shoppers - and this week , huge queues could be seen forming outside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ outside the Walsall and Tamworth stores showed dozens of shoppers in a 'last-minute ' dash to get their hands on toys .
One image , shared on Facebook , which showed customers waiting in line outside Smyths in Walsall sparked fury .
Another picture of the same branch was shared by parent blogger MrsShilts on Instagram .
She wrote : `` Queue for click and collect - everyone had the same idea as me ! ''
Queues were also said to be building outside the Smyths branch in Castle Vale .
But bosses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stores would remain open for click and collect throughout lockdown .
A statement released this week by Smyths Toys read : `` With the new lockdown restrictions , Smyths Toys will still be trading with same day click and collect service , where you can pick your order up at the front of the store .
`` There will be social distance markers outside each store to queue .
Stores will trade using click and collect from 9am - 9pm Monday to Friday and normal hours at weekends .
`` Smyths Toys home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ may be short periods where these services are not available while large order volumes are processed .
We have good levels of stock with more arriving every week to ensure we meet demand . ''
Elsewhere across Birmingham and the Black Country , customers formed huge queues outside stores including Primark and Costco ahead of the new national lockdown .
Shelves were empty at Costco after shoppers snapped up everything from toilet paper to pasta - despite politicians urging people not to panic buy .
One customer could be seen struggling to carry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , while another had their trolley filled to the brim with bottled water .
Shoppers were out in full force at the UK 's biggest Primark in Birmingham city centre , with queues snaking out of the store .
Customers were spotted waiting in line , desperate to cash in on some last-minute bargains at the store before it shuts for a month .
And there were scenes of 'absolute chaos ' in Merry Hill , where shoppers also rushed to make pre-lockdown purchases .
One shopper , who caught the queues on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has started . ''

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Panicked Christmas shoppers rushing to buy presents ahead of a second Covid lockdown sparked huge queues at toy shops across Birmingham and the Black Country.
Non-essential stores will shut from Thursday following a nationwide surge in coronavirus cases.
Only a small list of retailers will be allowed to trade, including supermarkets and pharmacies. Banks and post offices will also stay open as they provide a 'vital service' to the community.
News of the imminent second lockdown appeared to spark panic amongst shoppers - and this week, huge queues could be seen forming outside branches of Smyths Toys.
Pictures taken outside the Walsall and Tamworth stores showed dozens of shoppers in a 'last-minute' dash to get their hands on toys.
One image, shared on Facebook, which showed customers waiting in line outside Smyths in Walsall sparked fury.
"I despair, panic buying for Christmas. Absolutely ridiculous," wrote one man.
Another picture of the same branch was shared by parent blogger MrsShilts on Instagram. She wrote: "Queue for click and collect - everyone had the same idea as me!"
Queues were also said to be building outside the Smyths branch in Castle Vale.
But bosses at the toy retailer reassured shoppers that stores would remain open for click and collect throughout lockdown.
A statement released this week by Smyths Toys read: "With the new lockdown restrictions, Smyths Toys will still be trading with same day click and collect service, where you can pick your order up at the front of the store.
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"There will be social distance markers outside each store to queue. Stores will trade using click and collect from 9am - 9pm Monday to Friday and normal hours at weekends.
"Smyths Toys home delivery service is also available. There may be short periods where these services are not available while large order volumes are processed. We have good levels of stock with more arriving every week to ensure we meet demand."
Elsewhere across Birmingham and the Black Country, customers formed huge queues outside stores including Primark and Costco ahead of the new national lockdown.
Shelves were empty at Costco after shoppers snapped up everything from toilet paper to pasta - despite politicians urging people not to panic buy.
One customer could be seen struggling to carry 80 loo rolls away from the store, while another had their trolley filled to the brim with bottled water.
Shoppers were out in full force at the UK's biggest Primark in Birmingham city centre, with queues snaking out of the store.
Customers were spotted waiting in line, desperate to cash in on some last-minute bargains at the store before it shuts for a month.
And there were scenes of 'absolute chaos' in Merry Hill, where shoppers also rushed to make pre-lockdown purchases.
One shopper, who caught the queues on camera, said: "The madness has started."


birminghammail--2020-11-03--Burger King reopens Birmingham Bullring restaurant - but customers only have 48 hours to dine-in

Burger King has re-opened a restaurant in Birmingham as part of its phased re-opening plan .
The location of the re-opened restaurant is The Bullring .
Although customers won ’ t be able to access the full Burger King menu , Burger King favourites such as the Chicken Royale , Bacon Double Cheeseburger and Whopper are all available to order .
The news comes as Burger King is encouraging the public to order takeaways from rival fast food chain McDonald 's .
The statement , made on social media as England prepares to go into a second national lockdown , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from restaurants to support the industry while restrictions are in place .
Under the new restrictions , which come into force on Thursday , restaurants will be forced to close to all but takeaway trade .
A spokesperson for the chain told BirminghamLive : `` Safety is Burger King ’ s number one priority , and to enable restaurants to continue to re-open , a number of procedures have been put in place to safeguard the health of both Burger King employees and customers , following detailed operational testing .
`` These include @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for staff , stringent cleaning measures , contactless delivery options via Deliveroo and Just Eat and all Burger King staff comprehensively trained on the Government ’ s social distancing measures – including how to run kitchens hygienically , whilst abiding by them . ''
Soco Nunez , Communications Director at Burger King UK comments : “ We are so pleased to be able to open more restaurants this week and slowly but surely get back to ‘ normal ’ , ensuring all safety measures are in place .
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Burger King has re-opened a restaurant in Birmingham as part of its phased re-opening plan.
The location of the re-opened restaurant is The Bullring.
Although customers won’t be able to access the full Burger King menu, Burger King favourites such as the Chicken Royale, Bacon Double Cheeseburger and Whopper are all available to order.
The news comes as Burger King is encouraging the public to order takeaways from rival fast food chain McDonald's.
The statement, made on social media as England prepares to go into a second national lockdown, urged people to continue to get food from restaurants to support the industry while restrictions are in place.
Under the new restrictions, which come into force on Thursday, restaurants will be forced to close to all but takeaway trade.
A spokesperson for the chain told BirminghamLive: "Safety is Burger King’s number one priority, and to enable restaurants to continue to re-open, a number of procedures have been put in place to safeguard the health of both Burger King employees and customers, following detailed operational testing.
"These include additional PPE such as masks and gloves for staff, stringent cleaning measures, contactless delivery options via Deliveroo and Just Eat and all Burger King staff comprehensively trained on the Government’s social distancing measures – including how to run kitchens hygienically, whilst abiding by them."
Soco Nunez, Communications Director at Burger King UK comments: “We are so pleased to be able to open more restaurants this week and slowly but surely get back to ‘normal’, ensuring all safety measures are in place.”


birminghammail--2020-11-03--Martin Lewis shares urgent update to anybody unemployed before lockdown

Martin Lewis has shared crucial information to anybody unemployed ahead of the new national lockdown .
The consumer champion took to social media to issue the message to anybody who finds themselves out of work .
If you have been made redundant recently , the financial guru 's advice could be a massive help to you .
From Thursday , new nationwide restrictions and measures will into place , likely lasting until December 2 .
With the new national lockdown comes an extension of the furlough scheme , too , it has been confirmed by the government .
Mr Lewis @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 've been made redundant , you can be rehired and furloughed by your employer if you were employed as of 23 Sept , and on the payroll on or before 30 Oct. '' Mr Lewis then added on Twitter : `` It wo n't work for many , but many be worth asking for some .
PLEASE SHARE . ''
The government confirmed an extension of the furlough scheme after Boris Johnson addressed the nation on Saturday .
New measures will be introduced from Thursday and affect sectors , particularly the hospitality industry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Rishi Sunak has also vowed to prove additional support for the self-employed throughout the coming month .
Labour has called for Chancellor Rishi Sunak to engage in cross party talks to produce a six month economic support plan to guide the country through the coronavirus pandemic and crisis .
The ITV Martin Lewis Money Show is airing each Thursday on ITV1 and is available to catch up via ITV Player on the online hub .

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Martin Lewis has shared crucial information to anybody unemployed ahead of the new national lockdown.
The consumer champion took to social media to issue the message to anybody who finds themselves out of work.
If you have been made redundant recently, the financial guru's advice could be a massive help to you.
From Thursday, new nationwide restrictions and measures will into place, likely lasting until December 2.
With the new national lockdown comes an extension of the furlough scheme, too, it has been confirmed by the government.
Mr Lewis warned: "CONFIRMED: If you've been made redundant, you can be rehired and furloughed by your employer if you were employed as of 23 Sept, and on the payroll on or before 30 Oct."
Mr Lewis then added on Twitter: "It won't work for many, but many be worth asking for some. PLEASE SHARE."
The government confirmed an extension of the furlough scheme after Boris Johnson addressed the nation on Saturday.
New measures will be introduced from Thursday and affect sectors, particularly the hospitality industry, in a massive way.
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Chancellor Rishi Sunak has also vowed to prove additional support for the self-employed throughout the coming month.
Labour has called for Chancellor Rishi Sunak to engage in cross party talks to produce a six month economic support plan to guide the country through the coronavirus pandemic and crisis.
The ITV Martin Lewis Money Show is airing each Thursday on ITV1 and is available to catch up via ITV Player on the online hub.


birminghammail--2020-11-03--Primark fans weak over 'cosy' PJs that people are buying before lockdown

Primark customers have been fawning over a pair of `` cosy '' pyjamas that people are running out to buy .
The retailer has been premiering all its winter clothes on its Instagram account in the past month , ranging from amazing trench coats to large boots that are perfect for winter walks .
With the lockdown coming on the horizon , people are rushing to their nearest store to make sure they get Christmas presents and their winter fashion clothes .
And now , Primark fans have spotted some PJs on Instagram that they rushing out to buy before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ words `` Hello Weekend '' and `` Snuggle Up '' and are currently on sale in store for only £8 each which is a real bargain .
Primark fans seem to be loving the clothes on social media with more than 60,000 likes and hundreds of comments from people who are going to buy them or already have them .
One person said : `` These are perfect for those cosy nights in .
Need to get one . ''
and another person said : `` Love the colour collection .
I dont @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to do my shopping '' .
A third person said : `` I need some of these '' and a fourth person added : `` I believe I need new pjs '' .
This comes as Primark owner ABF have said they are looking at longer opening eyes for Christmas .
Bosses at Associated British Foods ( ABF ) have said the retailer ’ s high street stores could extend their opening hours for Christmas shoppers when they can open their doors again .
ABF finance chief John Bason told the PA news @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” demand when stores reopen following the latest Covid-19 lockdown in England .
“ We are absolutely looking at longer opening hours , ” he said .
“ Safety will be paramount and our teams have worked very well to deal with demand and ensure queue management so will continue to work hard to adapt to demand ahead of Christmas .
“ We ’ ve seen very strong sales over the past few days and would expect similar today and tomorrow .
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Primark customers have been fawning over a pair of "cosy" pyjamas that people are running out to buy.
The retailer has been premiering all its winter clothes on its Instagram account in the past month, ranging from amazing trench coats to large boots that are perfect for winter walks.
With the lockdown coming on the horizon, people are rushing to their nearest store to make sure they get Christmas presents and their winter fashion clothes.
And now, Primark fans have spotted some PJs on Instagram that they rushing out to buy before lockdown strikes.
The PJs feature the words "Hello Weekend" and "Snuggle Up" and are currently on sale in store for only £8 each which is a real bargain.
Primark fans seem to be loving the clothes on social media with more than 60,000 likes and hundreds of comments from people who are going to buy them or already have them.
One person said: "These are perfect for those cosy nights in. Need to get one." and another person said: "Love the colour collection. I dont think I'd wait until next weekend to do my shopping".
A third person said: "I need some of these" and a fourth person added: "I believe I need new pjs".
This comes as Primark owner ABF have said they are looking at longer opening eyes for Christmas. Bosses at Associated British Foods (ABF) have said the retailer’s high street stores could extend their opening hours for Christmas shoppers when they can open their doors again.
ABF finance chief John Bason told the PA news agency that the company expects “strong” demand when stores reopen following the latest Covid-19 lockdown in England.
“We are absolutely looking at longer opening hours,” he said.
“Safety will be paramount and our teams have worked very well to deal with demand and ensure queue management so will continue to work hard to adapt to demand ahead of Christmas.
“We’ve seen very strong sales over the past few days and would expect similar today and tomorrow.”


birminghammail--2020-11-03--ADVERTORIAL: What do fixed-rate investments provide investors during the current pandemic?

Fixed-rate investments or securities are one of the most common investment options available to investors in the current marketplace .
Commonly used to diversify an investor ’ s asset portfolio , as they help reduce the overall level of risk associated with asset allocation or investment strategy that relies on the performance of the stock market .
Fixed-rate investment options such as corporate or government bonds is an investment option that pays the same level of interest over its entire term .
While they are used differently from investor to investor , they are relied upon in times of economic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ option alongside a market performance investment plan .
The global pandemic has not only had a profound effect on the social aspects of everyday life as we know , but the impact has also been truly global and inclusive affecting nearly all industries including the world of investment .
While equity markets have witnessed peaks and troughs and confidence in markets grew and fell , fixed-income markets provided investors with a select grouping of benefits as others questioned the actual value of their investment .
Here Janus Henderson Investors look at what fixed-rate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ during the pandemic .
What are fixed-rate investments and how do they work ?
A fixed-rate bond option is a long-term investment instrument that pays a specific payment for the duration of an investment lifespan .
The fixed-rate is indicated by the trust when a bond or investment is issued , alongside the specified payment dates .
What has the pandemic meant for fixed-rate investments ?
As we know , the impact of the pandemic has varied from industry to industry as different sectors have been disproportionately affected for several reasons .
One @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the beginning were commodity companies , but as the virus was contained during the summer months , there were some attractive opportunities for investors .
Throughout the peak of the crisis ( and continuity ) , central banks succeeded in suppressing significant economic volatility through various stimulus packages , including changes to interest rates and quantitative easing .
As a result of quick thinking from relevant policymakers dampening interest rates , some would argue this has created an idyllic environment for investing in corporate bonds .
While other asset types have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ investors with a relatively reliable diversification option .
As high-credit bond prices and stock prices have historically moved independently from each other , alongside the fixed interest rate agreed at on purchase .
Fixed-rate investments have provided investors with a method to aid and partially make up for the poor performance of equity based investments .
As equity-based investments have ebbed and flowed throughout the year , fixed-rate investments have provided investors with a sense of predictability and a source of a reliable secondary income .
In contrast , equity-based investments allow investors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ capital gain as well as dividend payments , fixed-rate investments are characterised on the continuing maturity of the both until it expires .
The element where fixed-rate investments differ considerably from equity-investments is , as long as the trust/fund or corporation you purchased the bond off is solvent you will continue to see returns at the agreed rate .
As a result of this , fixed-rate investors have been able to have confidence that they will witness some form of returns in unpredictable times .
Whereas other forms of investments are often limited @ @ @ @ @ @ @ investors based on the complexity of the asset or the minimum capital required to invest , fixed-rate investments are accessible at different levels to all investors .
This level of inclusivity has increased during the current pandemic as interest-rates has created a more favourable environment for investors to make the transition into the world fixed-rate investing .
While fixed-rate investments have provided investors with a unique set of opportunities during the current economic and social climate , it is important to note that your decision to invest should be made if you can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Whenever you are trying to decide where this is the right time to invest , it is always recommend to seek the advice of a professional .
Janus Henderson is a global asset manager with over 345 investment professionals across all major asset classes .
Through times of market calm and growing uncertainty , the asset managers apply their knowledge weighing the risk versus the reward potential , seeking to ensure clients are on the right side of change .
For more information , head to the website , janushenderson.com .

Fixed-rate investments or securities are one of the most common investment options available to investors in the current marketplace. Commonly used to diversify an investor’s asset portfolio, as they help reduce the overall level of risk associated with asset allocation or investment strategy that relies on the performance of the stock market.
Fixed-rate investment options such as corporate or government bonds is an investment option that pays the same level of interest over its entire term. While they are used differently from investor to investor, they are relied upon in times of economic uncertainty or to provide a steady income option alongside a market performance investment plan.
The global pandemic has not only had a profound effect on the social aspects of everyday life as we know, but the impact has also been truly global and inclusive affecting nearly all industries including the world of investment. While equity markets have witnessed peaks and troughs and confidence in markets grew and fell, fixed-income markets provided investors with a select grouping of benefits as others questioned the actual value of their investment.
Here Janus Henderson Investors look at what fixed-rate investments have provided investors throughout the UK during the pandemic.
What are fixed-rate investments and how do they work?
A fixed-rate bond option is a long-term investment instrument that pays a specific payment for the duration of an investment lifespan. The fixed-rate is indicated by the trust when a bond or investment is issued, alongside the specified payment dates.
What has the pandemic meant for fixed-rate investments?
Diverse impact within corporate bonds
As we know, the impact of the pandemic has varied from industry to industry as different sectors have been disproportionately affected for several reasons. One of the sectors that were hit hardest at the beginning were commodity companies, but as the virus was contained during the summer months, there were some attractive opportunities for investors.
Throughout the peak of the crisis (and continuity), central banks succeeded in suppressing significant economic volatility through various stimulus packages, including changes to interest rates and quantitative easing. As a result of quick thinking from relevant policymakers dampening interest rates, some would argue this has created an idyllic environment for investing in corporate bonds.
Diversification
While other asset types have been negatively impacted, fixed-rate investments have provided investors with a relatively reliable diversification option. As high-credit bond prices and stock prices have historically moved independently from each other, alongside the fixed interest rate agreed at on purchase. Fixed-rate investments have provided investors with a method to aid and partially make up for the poor performance of equity based investments.
Returns
As equity-based investments have ebbed and flowed throughout the year, fixed-rate investments have provided investors with a sense of predictability and a source of a reliable secondary income. In contrast, equity-based investments allow investors in several formats, for example, capital gain as well as dividend payments, fixed-rate investments are characterised on the continuing maturity of the both until it expires. The element where fixed-rate investments differ considerably from equity-investments is, as long as the trust/fund or corporation you purchased the bond off is solvent you will continue to see returns at the agreed rate. As a result of this, fixed-rate investors have been able to have confidence that they will witness some form of returns in unpredictable times.
An inclusive investment option
Whereas other forms of investments are often limited to a select grouping of people or investors based on the complexity of the asset or the minimum capital required to invest, fixed-rate investments are accessible at different levels to all investors. This level of inclusivity has increased during the current pandemic as interest-rates has created a more favourable environment for investors to make the transition into the world fixed-rate investing.
While fixed-rate investments have provided investors with a unique set of opportunities during the current economic and social climate, it is important to note that your decision to invest should be made if you can manage the level of associated risk. Whenever you are trying to decide where this is the right time to invest, it is always recommend to seek the advice of a professional.
Janus Henderson is a global asset manager with over 345 investment professionals across all major asset classes. Through times of market calm and growing uncertainty, the asset managers apply their knowledge weighing the risk versus the reward potential, seeking to ensure clients are on the right side of change. For more information, head to the website, janushenderson.com.


birminghammail--2020-11-03--West Brom need a Pereira resolution as Kane and Son await

Goals in the first half from Fulham pair Bobby Decordova-Reid and Ola Aina condemned West Brom to an eleventh league match without a victory on Monday night - and has left them staring at a couple of tricky fixtures on the horizon on the back of a particularly damaging defeat .
Albion began promisingly but were never truly at the races and once Fulham took control of proceedings it was one way traffic .
It ’ s Kane , Son , Bale and Tottenham up next before Manchester United host Albion after the forthcoming international break .
Here are the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s dressing room is particularly highly thought of within the confines of the training ground .
They ’ re regarded , in general , as really good bunch of people .
As Jake Livermore highlighted last season , though - and it ’ s a point that remains valid to this day - they ’ re too nice on the pitch , too .
It means that Fulham , who on this evidence are ready for battle as well as playing intricate football , had joy in the middle and out wide .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Anguissa ran the show in the first half .
Conor Gallagher persevered , but Albion were played around , for both goals .
Where ’ s Claudio Yacob , when you need him ?
Instead we had Filip Krovinovic , the epitome of niceness , battling in vain against the power of Lemina and Anguissa .
There is no shortage of ball players , but there needs to be far more aggression .
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Google Play Store and App Store That Matheus Pereira disappeared down the tunnel after being substituted before the hour mark wasn ’ t a terribly great look .
Sure , he was disappointed with his lot - who wasn ’ t ?
- but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ teammates .
There was , after all , plenty of time left on the clock for Albion to get back into it .
Conversely , you can understand Pereira ’ s frustrations ; stuck out in a wider position , he didn ’ t affect the game in any way .
We all know that number ten is his preferred role , the area of the pitch where he flourishes more than anywhere else .
Bilic says he ’ ll speak to his playmaker , who he only said last week that he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he insisted that generally things are fine .
That ’ s not a fresh problem Albion need right now .
The numbers don ’ t make for good reading .
You can ’ t hide it .
Albion have won eight of their last 32 league games , stretching back to that win at Birmingham City last December - that being the end of what was a quite wonderful first half of last season .
In that time , they ’ ve managed to get themselves back up to the top flight , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ things are already looking tricky to say the least .
More recently , it ’ s a single win in 13 games - that coming against Harrogate Town - and no league success at all since they saw off Derby at The Hawthorns with an astute display after the restart .
That ’ s why Fulham ( a ) was so crucial in the calendar .
It was an opportunity to get themselves off the mark - and they passed it up , big time .
Where to , next ?
Well , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as mentioned .
The small matter of Harry Kane and Heung-min Son , perhaps the hottest attacking combination in the division at the moment .
If that doesn ’ t quite do the job , then Jose Mourinho - as he did on Sunday evening - is able to call on Gareth Bale from the bench .
They sit second in the table and , in this season which seems as open as ever , they ’ ll have ambitions to push champions and league leaders Liverpool all the way .
Ironically , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Albion have actually sparked into life against - even if only for periods of games - this season .
They ’ ve only scored six goals this term , but five of them came against either Everton or Chelsea .
Stranger things have happened , indeed , but nothing has changed - Albion need to start winning matches .

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Goals in the first half from Fulham pair Bobby Decordova-Reid and Ola Aina condemned West Brom to an eleventh league match without a victory on Monday night - and has left them staring at a couple of tricky fixtures on the horizon on the back of a particularly damaging defeat.
Albion began promisingly but were never truly at the races and once Fulham took control of proceedings it was one way traffic.
It’s Kane, Son, Bale and Tottenham up next before Manchester United host Albion after the forthcoming international break.
Here are the talking points.
Too nice
It’s been mentioned before.
Incidentally, Albion’s dressing room is particularly highly thought of within the confines of the training ground. They’re regarded, in general, as really good bunch of people. As Jake Livermore highlighted last season, though - and it’s a point that remains valid to this day - they’re too nice on the pitch, too.
It means that Fulham, who on this evidence are ready for battle as well as playing intricate football, had joy in the middle and out wide. Tom Cairney, Mario Lemina and Franck Anguissa ran the show in the first half.
Conor Gallagher persevered, but Albion were played around, for both goals. Where’s Claudio Yacob, when you need him? Instead we had Filip Krovinovic, the epitome of niceness, battling in vain against the power of Lemina and Anguissa.
There is no shortage of ball players, but there needs to be far more aggression.
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Matheus in a muddle
That Matheus Pereira disappeared down the tunnel after being substituted before the hour mark wasn’t a terribly great look. Sure, he was disappointed with his lot - who wasn’t? - but you’ve got to respect your teammates. There was, after all, plenty of time left on the clock for Albion to get back into it.
Conversely, you can understand Pereira’s frustrations; stuck out in a wider position, he didn’t affect the game in any way. We all know that number ten is his preferred role, the area of the pitch where he flourishes more than anywhere else.
Bilic says he’ll speak to his playmaker, who he only said last week that he wants to see more from, though he insisted that generally things are fine. That’s not a fresh problem Albion need right now.
Stats don’t lie
The numbers don’t make for good reading. You can’t hide it. Albion have won eight of their last 32 league games, stretching back to that win at Birmingham City last December - that being the end of what was a quite wonderful first half of last season.
In that time, they’ve managed to get themselves back up to the top flight, a real achievement in itself, but things are already looking tricky to say the least.
More recently, it’s a single win in 13 games - that coming against Harrogate Town - and no league success at all since they saw off Derby at The Hawthorns with an astute display after the restart.
That’s why Fulham (a) was so crucial in the calendar. It was an opportunity to get themselves off the mark - and they passed it up, big time.
(Image: Andy Rain/PA Wire)
On the horizon
Where to, next? Well, immediately, it’s Tottenham Hotspur as mentioned.
The small matter of Harry Kane and Heung-min Son, perhaps the hottest attacking combination in the division at the moment. If that doesn’t quite do the job, then Jose Mourinho - as he did on Sunday evening - is able to call on Gareth Bale from the bench.
They sit second in the table and, in this season which seems as open as ever, they’ll have ambitions to push champions and league leaders Liverpool all the way.
Ironically, it’s the big boys that Albion have actually sparked into life against - even if only for periods of games - this season. They’ve only scored six goals this term, but five of them came against either Everton or Chelsea.
Stranger things have happened, indeed, but nothing has changed - Albion need to start winning matches.


birminghammail--2020-11-03--Cadbury fans all demanding the same thing over its Dairy Milk bars

Cadbury fans are all calling for the chocolate giant to change things up and start selling its international variations on UK shores .
It comes as Cadbury has launched two new Dairy Milk flavours including coffee and almond , the chocolate giant has confirmed .
The Bournville based chocolate maker is responsible for many of our favourite chocolate bars and sweet treats .
Cadbury makes everything from the Twirl to the Wispa bar , with tubs of Heroes also incredibly popular .
But it is its Dairy Milk bar which remains the most iconic and signature of all of its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this dramatic revamp .
A Butterscotch Crunch flavour and a Coffee & Almond flavour have been launched .
But these bars are n't available to buy at UK stores - so you will have to move online , because you can get them online from gift retailer GB Gifts .
They are both priced at £1.99 each plus delivery fees .
The website shared news of the new chocolate arrival on social media , taking to Instagram to share a snap with the caption : `` New Stock From India Arrived Today .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ out and bring more of their worldwide flavours to the UK , '' one fan duly replied .
`` How much for shipping ? ''
a second asked .
A third said they `` needed '' the bars in their life .

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Cadbury fans are all calling for the chocolate giant to change things up and start selling its international variations on UK shores.
It comes as Cadbury has launched two new Dairy Milk flavours including coffee and almond, the chocolate giant has confirmed.
The Bournville based chocolate maker is responsible for many of our favourite chocolate bars and sweet treats.
Cadbury makes everything from the Twirl to the Wispa bar, with tubs of Heroes also incredibly popular.
But it is its Dairy Milk bar which remains the most iconic and signature of all of its products - so imagine our surprise at this dramatic revamp.
A Butterscotch Crunch flavour and a Coffee & Almond flavour have been launched.
But these bars aren't available to buy at UK stores - so you will have to move online, because you can get them online from gift retailer GB Gifts.
They are both priced at £1.99 each plus delivery fees.
The website shared news of the new chocolate arrival on social media, taking to Instagram to share a snap with the caption: "New Stock From India Arrived Today."
"Cadbury need to sort it out and bring more of their worldwide flavours to the UK," one fan duly replied.
"How much for shipping?" a second asked.
A third said they "needed" the bars in their life.


birminghammail--2020-11-03--Villa injury latest as Traore decision to be made before Arsenal

Dean Smith has a job on his hands this week to lift his Villa players after back-to-back Premier League defeats .
After winning their first four Villa then conceded seven goals in their previous two games against Leeds United and Southampton .
Looking ahead to Arsenal , the head coach could shake things up and make changes after doing so on Sunday when he drafted in Bertrand Traore for his first Premier League start .
The £17 million signing only managed 29 minutes of match action , though , after pulling up with a groin injury and he was subsequently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the starting XI , Trezeguet .
Here , we look at the latest in terms of Villa 's injury list and potential return dates with Tom Heaton and Wesley still sidelined as their comebacks draw nearer .
A full round-up of Villa 's injury concerns ahead of Arsenal and what 's been said is below : Injury : Groin .
Came off less than30 minutes in against Southampton after pulling his groin .
Target return date : Arsenal on Sunday ( November 8 ) could be too soon depending on the severity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two-week break after Sunday ahead of Brighton ( November 21 ) and the club 's medical staff might not want to rush Traore back .
What Smith said : `` It happened on our short free-kick routine where it came to him and he side-footed it on the edge of their area just wide .
`` He felt his groin so the medical staff will look at him and we 'll see how bad it is .
I do n't think it 's really serious otherwise he would n't have carried on .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ come off , that 's for sure . ''
Injury : Knee ligament damage sustained in the 2-1 victory at Burnley on January 1 , 2020 .
Target return date : November 9 in under-23 action .
Was n't risked for last Wednesday 's friendly with Albion at Bodymoor Heath with Jed Steer and Lovre Kalinic getting minutes instead .
Heaton is back training with goalkeeping coach Neil Cutler and the first-team group , though .
He will play for Villa 's under-23s in the upcoming weeks with Burnley ( a ) on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Smith said : `` He 's back working with Neil Cutler now .
His progress is ahead of Wesley 's who had a more sustained injury than Tom .
Tom 's was more straightforward .
Tom did n't play ( against Albion ) .
He 's due to play in the next few weeks , probably for the under-23s first .
He 's back in full-time training with the first-team but we feel he needs at least two weeks training before he goes into a game situation . ''
Injury : Knee ligament @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Burnley on January 1 , 2020 .
Target return date : January 2021 .
Wesley is continuing his rehabilitation back at Bodymoor Heath .
Has been named in Villa 's 25-man Premier League squad and was photographed with the first-team group last week .
What Smith said : `` He 's working hard in rehabilitation at the moment .
He 's working one-on-one with the physio but he 's out with his boots on and running and kicking .
He 's a little way off from being with the group but it 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Injury : Groin .
Pulled up on 57 minutes against Stoke in the Carabao Cup on October 1 and hobbled back to the treatment room at Villa Park .
Target return date : Finally back after a month-long lay-off .
Believed to have featured against West Brom in the behind-closed-doors match last week .
Did n't make Smith 's seven-man bench for Southampton with Bjorn Engels taking the emergency centre-back spot up instead .

Aston Villa take on Leeds United in the Premier League on Friday night as they look to put right the wrongs of their last outing.
It was an evening to forget at Villa Park last weekend as Unai Emery's side fell out of the FA Cup at the third round stage again thanks to defeat by League Two side Stevenage. Villa looked to be control of the game at 1-0 up. but two late goals turned the game on it's head.
Villa have had a boost this week with the news that full-back Alex Moreno has completed a transfer from Real Betis, and it seems that he could make his debut in the clash against Leeds. The club are looking to bring more players in before the end of the transfer window.
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The squad however did have a couple of blows against Stevenage with Matty Cash and Ludwig Augustinsson picking up injuries, while Leander Dendoncker's red card means that he will serve a suspension. Three other Villa players in Tyrone Mings, Aaron Ramsey and Leon Bailey are also walking a suspension tightrope against Leeds.
Here is a look at the latest around the Villa squad ahead of the visit of Jesse Marsch's side:
Alex Moreno
Possible reason for absence: International clearance
The left-back completed his move from Real Betis this week, but it now seems that he will be available to make his debut against Leeds, with the club that confirming on their website.
What Emery has said: "Not sure. Not sure yet. Hopefully we have some news about him and maybe it's a positive."
John McGinn
Reason for absence: Hamstring
McGinn has missed the last three games in all competitions due to a hamstring strain, and is set to be on the sidelines again vs Leeds.
What Emery has said: “John is continuing his progress."
Possible return date: Vs Leicester City (Feb 4)
Matty Cash
Reason for absence: Groin
The full-back hobbled off in the defeat against Stevenage last weekend.
What Emery has said: "Matty Cash is a doubt for tomorrow."
Possible return date: Vs Southampton (Jan 21)
Leander Dendoncker
Reason for absence: Suspension
The defender will serve his one-match suspension against Leeds after being shown a red card in the loss against Stevenage.
Possible return date: Vs Southampton (Jan 21)
Ludwig Augustinsson
Injury: Ankle
The full-back has been told he can find another club in January, but will miss the game against Leeds after being forced off the pitch with an ankle injury vs Stevenage.
Possible return date: Vs Southampton (Jan 21)
Jed Steer
Injury: Achilles tendon
Possible return date: N/A
What Emery has said: "Jed is starting to train with us in one or two weeks."
Diego Carlos
Injury: Achilles
Possible return date: N/A
What Emery has said: "Diego is getting better, but it will be a month or two before he is with us."
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birminghammail--2020-11-05--Aldi issues important message to every shopper as lockdown starts

Aldi CEO Giles Hurley has issued an important update for shoppers as the country enters a new lockdown .
The chief of the German supermarket chain , which opened its first UK store right here in Birmingham , issued the statement just hours before England was into a second lockdown .
Aldi operates stores across the Midlands - from Birmingham to the Black Country , as well as Worcestershire , Warwickshire and Staffordshire .
It remains one of the most popular supermarket chains in the country with budget-friendly prices , exciting Specialbuys and easy to navigate stores .
In his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's shelves remain `` fully stocked '' and urged customers to `` shop considerably '' .
He said : `` The majority of our stores are open from 8am – 10pm every day ( Sundays 10am – 4pm ) and our amazing colleagues are on hand to help you shop safely and find everything you need in store . ''
He continued : `` Our shelves are fully-stocked and every Aldi store gets regular deliveries , at least once a day .
`` There ’ s no need to buy more than normal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He added : `` To help with social distancing , customers are encouraged to shop alone , where possible , and adhere to one person per trolley .
`` We will of course allow customers to shop with others , should they have no alternative . ''
Aldi represents one of the biggest supermarket chains in the country alongside the likes of Lidl , its main rival , and the so-called Big Four supermarkets , which include Tesco , Britain 's biggest grocer , Morrisons , Sainsbury 's and rival Asda .

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Aldi CEO Giles Hurley has issued an important update for shoppers as the country enters a new lockdown.
The chief of the German supermarket chain, which opened its first UK store right here in Birmingham, issued the statement just hours before England was into a second lockdown.
Aldi operates stores across the Midlands - from Birmingham to the Black Country, as well as Worcestershire, Warwickshire and Staffordshire.
It remains one of the most popular supermarket chains in the country with budget-friendly prices, exciting Specialbuys and easy to navigate stores.
In his email, he also reminded customers Aldi's shelves remain "fully stocked" and urged customers to "shop considerably".
He said: "The majority of our stores are open from 8am – 10pm every day (Sundays 10am – 4pm) and our amazing colleagues are on hand to help you shop safely and find everything you need in store."
He continued: "Our shelves are fully-stocked and every Aldi store gets regular deliveries, at least once a day.
"There’s no need to buy more than normal, so please shop considerately."
He added: "To help with social distancing, customers are encouraged to shop alone, where possible, and adhere to one person per trolley.
"We will of course allow customers to shop with others, should they have no alternative."
Aldi represents one of the biggest supermarket chains in the country alongside the likes of Lidl, its main rival, and the so-called Big Four supermarkets, which include Tesco, Britain's biggest grocer, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and rival Asda.


birminghammail--2020-11-05--Alton Towers worker made redundant puts giant CV on back of lorry

A determined dad who was made redundant as a result of coronavirus has landed a new job just hours after putting a giant copy of his CV – on a LORRY .
James Pemblington , 33 , had worked as a technical projects and events manager at Alton Towers for five years before being furloughed in March .
In June he was made redundant as a result of the theme park cutting costs and struggled to find a new job .
He applied for around 100 jobs but despite getting two interviews , he was not offered the roles .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ seven and three , even set up his own website called HireJP and sent out “ edible ” CVs to companies on chocolate brownies featuring a QR code which linked to his site .
But he still had no luck , until he spotted an online competition to have his CV displayed on the back of an 18-tonne HGV .
James won the contest , which was run by lorry advertising firm DrivenMedia and job website Zoek .
The company , run by Dragons ’ Den entrepreneur Ed Hollands , slapped James ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ travelled across the UK .
Incredibly , just 48 hours later he got offered a job from a boss who spotted it while waiting in traffic .
James Pemblington , 33 , of Annesley , Notts.
, said : `` I had applied in total to about 100 jobs .
It was just rejection emails or nothing at all .
`` I had two interviews where I got down to 13 of 100-odd and the companies said 'my CV was great but the person employed had been in the industry longer . '
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and creative to show my personality and get the attention of the recruiting manager .
`` I was gutted to be leaving Alton Towers - that was my dream job - but I am a positive person and look on the bright side of things .
`` When I saw the competition to have your CV on the lorry I thought 'that is wicked . '
“ I loved the idea .
Then I got the message that I had won and I thought 'this is amazing . '
“ The It is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' I am James and looking for work ' .
`` It was fantastic but surreal and odd .
What else can 2020 throw at you ?
You have to get a truck sized CV to get a job . ''
The mobile CV started its journey in Nottingham , making a delivery in Birmingham and returning via Burton-on-Trent .
James , who starts his new job on Sunday ( 8/11 ) , said : `` At Alton Towers everything is about the guests having a great experience .
`` At the testing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a roller coaster , but it is about making sure we are putting the customer at ease and offering that great customer service .
`` They are on an emotional roller coaster I imagine . ''
Diana Campbell , Zoek managing director , said : `` Seeing James get a job after only two days of the giant CV going on the road shows how he only needed to be put in front of the right audience .
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A determined dad who was made redundant as a result of coronavirus has landed a new job just hours after putting a giant copy of his CV – on a LORRY.
James Pemblington, 33, had worked as a technical projects and events manager at Alton Towers for five years before being furloughed in March.
In June he was made redundant as a result of the theme park cutting costs and struggled to find a new job.
He applied for around 100 jobs but despite getting two interviews, he was not offered the roles.
James, who has two sons aged seven and three, even set up his own website called HireJP and sent out “edible” CVs to companies on chocolate brownies featuring a QR code which linked to his site.
But he still had no luck, until he spotted an online competition to have his CV displayed on the back of an 18-tonne HGV.
James won the contest, which was run by lorry advertising firm DrivenMedia and job website Zoek.
The company, run by Dragons’ Den entrepreneur Ed Hollands, slapped James’ CV and photograph on the truck which travelled across the UK.
Incredibly, just 48 hours later he got offered a job from a boss who spotted it while waiting in traffic.
James Pemblington, 33, of Annesley, Notts., said: "I had applied in total to about 100 jobs. It was just rejection emails or nothing at all.
"I had two interviews where I got down to 13 of 100-odd and the companies said 'my CV was great but the person employed had been in the industry longer.'
"I needed to do something different and creative to show my personality and get the attention of the recruiting manager.
(Image: DrivenMedia / SWNS)
"I was gutted to be leaving Alton Towers - that was my dream job - but I am a positive person and look on the bright side of things.
"When I saw the competition to have your CV on the lorry I thought 'that is wicked.'
“I loved the idea. Then I got the message that I had won and I thought 'this is amazing.'
“The It is my mug shot on the lorry - 'I am James and looking for work'.
"It was fantastic but surreal and odd. What else can 2020 throw at you? You have to get a truck sized CV to get a job."
The mobile CV started its journey in Nottingham, making a delivery in Birmingham and returning via Burton-on-Trent.
James, who starts his new job on Sunday (8/11), said: "At Alton Towers everything is about the guests having a great experience.
"At the testing centre we are not putting them on a roller coaster, but it is about making sure we are putting the customer at ease and offering that great customer service.
"They are on an emotional roller coaster I imagine."
Diana Campbell, Zoek managing director, said: "Seeing James get a job after only two days of the giant CV going on the road shows how he only needed to be put in front of the right audience.”


birminghammail--2020-11-05--The Range, Currys PC World, Matalan, Next - are they open during lockdown?

As the new lockdown gets under way in England , there 's a whole new set of rules and guidelines to get used to - including what 's open and what 's closed .
It all comes down to what has been classed as an 'essential retailer ' under the Government regulations .
The new lockdown is running from November 5 to December 2 to control the spread of coronavirus .
To reduce social contact , the Government has ordered certain businesses and venues to close or restrict how they provide goods and services .
These include non-essential retail , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vehicle showrooms ( other than for rental ) , betting shops , tailors , tobacco and vape shops , electronic goods and mobile phone shops , and market stalls selling non-essential goods .
Here 's what some stores have announced regarding whether they will be trading during the lockdown .
The Range has now clarified its position during the lockdown .
In a social media update , it explained : `` On Government advice we remained open during the last lockdown and will continue to remain open for your convenience '' To give @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have extended the vast majority of our stores opening hours in England & Scotland until 10pm . ''
Hours revert to normal next week .
Saturday opening is 9am-8pm , Sunday 10.30am-4.30pm and then back to 9am-8pm weekdays .
Find your nearest branch of The Range here Currys PC World stores are open only for collecting items ordered from the website .
You ca n't pop in and browse .
In a statement on its website , Currys PC World said : `` In England - from Thursday 5th November , you can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you can still pick up from store using our Order & Collect service .
• Order online and even talk tech with an expert colleague using our new SHOPLIVE video chat .
• You can still have products delivered to home if you choose .
There ’ s details of how we ’ re doing that safely here .
• You can also order online and pick up from a store .
Just choose the order and collect option when you check out .
You don ’ t even need to leave the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ll just pop everything into your boot .
If you don ’ t have a car you can select the walk up option instead . ''
Shop online and find your nearest branch of Currys PC World here Matalan stores in England are closed during the new lockdown but you can still shop online and via the app .
And you will be able to go to a store to collect an online order .
Executive chairman Steve Johnson said in a statement : `` Following the latest government guidance , we will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stores in England .
`` Our stores in England will close at 8pm on Wednesday 4th November for 4 weeks .
We hope to reopen in early December , but we will of course follow all the latest advice and guidance from the government .
`` As ever , we will continue to be there for you and your family and we really appreciate your ongoing support .
In the meantime we do hope you ’ ll continue to shop with us online and via our app or our Click and Collect service @ @ @ @ @ @ @ collections of orders , you will be able to pick up your parcel from all stores ( excluding clearance stores ) between 9am and 6pm Monday to Saturday and 10am to 5pm on Sunday .
You wo n't be able to go inside the shop but a member of staff will be there to assist you .
Bring along your order confirmation .
Matalan says it is unable to process any returns until its stores reopen again .
Shop online and find your nearest branch of Matalan here Next says its branches are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taking in online returns .
In a statement , it said : `` In line with the latest Government announcement , from the evening of Wednesday 4th November most of our shops in England will only be open for online orders and online returns .
You will not be able to shop inside our stores from this time .
`` Stores in Scotland and Northern Ireland remain open in line with Government guidance .
`` We are still operating as normal online , working in line with COVID safe regulations within our warehouses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by ordering online to pick up from selected stores , and you can bring your online returns to these stores .
This guide is to help you understand the changes we have made , and answer any questions you may have . ''
Shop online and find your nearest branch of Next here

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As the new lockdown gets under way in England, there's a whole new set of rules and guidelines to get used to - including what's open and what's closed.
It all comes down to what has been classed as an 'essential retailer' under the Government regulations.
The new lockdown is running from November 5 to December 2 to control the spread of coronavirus.
To reduce social contact, the Government has ordered certain businesses and venues to close or restrict how they provide goods and services.
These include non-essential retail, such as clothing and homeware stores, vehicle showrooms (other than for rental), betting shops, tailors, tobacco and vape shops, electronic goods and mobile phone shops, and market stalls selling non-essential goods.
Here's what some stores have announced regarding whether they will be trading during the lockdown.
The Range
The Range has now clarified its position during the lockdown.
In a social media update, it explained: "On Government advice we remained open during the last lockdown and will continue to remain open for your convenience
"To give you time to shop this week we have extended the vast majority of our stores opening hours in England & Scotland until 10pm."
Hours revert to normal next week. Saturday opening is 9am-8pm, Sunday 10.30am-4.30pm and then back to 9am-8pm weekdays.
Find your nearest branch of The Range here
Currys PC World
Currys PC World stores are open only for collecting items ordered from the website. You can't pop in and browse.
In a statement on its website, Currys PC World said: "In England - from Thursday 5th November, you can ONLY order from us online – but you can still pick up from store using our Order & Collect service.
Order online and even talk tech with an expert colleague using our new SHOPLIVE video chat.
You can still have products delivered to home if you choose. There’s details of how we’re doing that safely here.
You can also order online and pick up from a store. Just choose the order and collect option when you check out. You don’t even need to leave the safety of your car. We’ll just pop everything into your boot. If you don’t have a car you can select the walk up option instead."
Shop online and find your nearest branch of Currys PC World here
Matalan
Matalan stores in England are closed during the new lockdown but you can still shop online and via the app. And you will be able to go to a store to collect an online order.
Executive chairman Steve Johnson said in a statement: "Following the latest government guidance, we will sadly be temporarily closing all of our stores in England.
"Our stores in England will close at 8pm on Wednesday 4th November for 4 weeks. We hope to reopen in early December, but we will of course follow all the latest advice and guidance from the government.
"As ever, we will continue to be there for you and your family and we really appreciate your ongoing support. In the meantime we do hope you’ll continue to shop with us online and via our app or our Click and Collect service at your nearest store."
(Image: Birmingham Mail)
For collections of orders, you will be able to pick up your parcel from all stores (excluding clearance stores) between 9am and 6pm Monday to Saturday and 10am to 5pm on Sunday.
You won't be able to go inside the shop but a member of staff will be there to assist you. Bring along your order confirmation.
Matalan says it is unable to process any returns until its stores reopen again.
Shop online and find your nearest branch of Matalan here
Next
Next says its branches are open only for collecting online orders or taking in online returns.
In a statement, it said: "In line with the latest Government announcement, from the evening of Wednesday 4th November most of our shops in England will only be open for online orders and online returns. You will not be able to shop inside our stores from this time.
"Stores in Scotland and Northern Ireland remain open in line with Government guidance.
"We are still operating as normal online, working in line with COVID safe regulations within our warehouses. You can also click and collect by ordering online to pick up from selected stores, and you can bring your online returns to these stores. This guide is to help you understand the changes we have made, and answer any questions you may have."
Shop online and find your nearest branch of Next here


birminghammail--2020-11-05--Our view on the main challenge facing Karanka after Blues defeat

First half good , second half bad – a quick summary of Birmingham City ’ s defeat to Wycombe Wanderers on Wednesday evening .
Blues went ahead through Marc Roberts in the 40th minute and looked as though they would take control against over-matched opponents .
In truth they should have been two or three goals to the good before the interval .
But they had no response to Wycombe ’ s upped tempo , nor their greater motivation , almost as if they had been convinced by their recent defensive solidity that they had scored the one goal they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Blues reporter Brian Dick was at St Andrew ’ s on Wednesday night and described Blues as ‘ an incomplete football team , capable of some good play and also these absences and loss of focus .
“ There ’ s still lots of work to be done , as much psychologically as tactically , what happened last night looked very much as though it was between Blues ’ ears as what ’ s on the tactics board ’ .
Watch the video to hear Brian ’ s full assessment of Birmingham City @ @ @ @ @ @ @ believes Wycombe showed more desire : “ I am really disappointed because we had a really good opportunity to win another game in a row but the second has been really disappointing .
“ I would like to know why that was , as I said after the game , for me the team that wanted to win has the game won the game .
`` I think they should more aggression than us , we couldn ’ t keep the ball , we couldn ’ t pass the ball or create anything @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pushing , pushing , pushing , then in the they equalised and then they scored the second so I think they wanted it more than us.
” Meanwhile Richard Dobson revealed Wycombe were ready for Blues to try to protect their 1-0 lead .
“ We were the aggressors in the game , we are delighted to get the win , ” Dobson said .
“ I would have been proud of the boys with a 1-1 draw away at Birmingham but to get the win at the death is obviously the icing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a little bit more quality in their attacking play than we did in the first half , it was something I wanted to address .
“ But they are quite a defensive side in the way that they play , tactically that ’ s something we noticed so getting a goal up and sitting back and defending in numbers is part of what they do .
“ We were aware of that with the hard work that we had done , we felt with Bayo in the side we could go over their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and then pick up the ball in those areas that gave out attacking players the chance to do what they do best .

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First half good, second half bad – a quick summary of Birmingham City’s defeat to Wycombe Wanderers on Wednesday evening.
Blues went ahead through Marc Roberts in the 40th minute and looked as though they would take control against over-matched opponents.
In truth they should have been two or three goals to the good before the interval.
But they had no response to Wycombe’s upped tempo, nor their greater motivation, almost as if they had been convinced by their recent defensive solidity that they had scored the one goal they needed to see out the win.
Blues reporter Brian Dick was at St Andrew’s on Wednesday night and described Blues as ‘an incomplete football team, capable of some good play and also these absences and loss of focus.
“There’s still lots of work to be done, as much psychologically as tactically, what happened last night looked very much as though it was between Blues’ ears as what’s on the tactics board’.
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Aitor Karanka believes Wycombe showed more desire: “I am really disappointed because we had a really good opportunity to win another game in a row but the second has been really disappointing.
“I would like to know why that was, as I said after the game, for me the team that wanted to win has the game won the game.
"I think they should more aggression than us, we couldn’t keep the ball, we couldn’t pass the ball or create anything.
“With their style they were pushing, pushing, pushing, then in the they equalised and then they scored the second so I think they wanted it more than us.”
Meanwhile Richard Dobson revealed Wycombe were ready for Blues to try to protect their 1-0 lead.
“We were the aggressors in the game, we are delighted to get the win,” Dobson said.
“I would have been proud of the boys with a 1-1 draw away at Birmingham but to get the win at the death is obviously the icing on the cake.
“They showed a little bit more quality in their attacking play than we did in the first half, it was something I wanted to address.
“But they are quite a defensive side in the way that they play, tactically that’s something we noticed so getting a goal up and sitting back and defending in numbers is part of what they do.
“We were aware of that with the hard work that we had done, we felt with Bayo in the side we could go over their block, get the ball into him and then pick up the ball in those areas that gave out attacking players the chance to do what they do best.


birminghammail--2020-11-05--Is Primark open or closed during lockdown? All you need to know

Primark has been one of the UK 's favourite fashion retailer for a long while supplying great clothes without spending little cash .
The store regularly posts its new items on social media - sometimes causing a big storm where people rush out to buy the item when it is previewed .
However , coronavirus and lockdown has taken its toll on our high street retailers and Primark is no exception .
Owner Associated British Foods was preparing that it will take a £375million hit from the loss of sales amid the latest enforced closures in the face of Covid-19 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ offer a online store , many people will be asking whether or not the fashion chain is open .
So we have decided to see whether or not which stores are open , what the company has said in regards to lockdown and whether or not it plans to open an online store .
Is Primark open or closed during lockdown ?
Primark is currently closing all its stores across the UK until December 2 .
It has also closed its Welsh stores until November 9 during to the short-term circuit breaker in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ company said : `` To our Primark family , in line with government guidance , our stores in England will be closed from 5th November until 2nd December .
`` We 'll miss seeing you around but look forward to welcoming you back soon .
The safety and well-being of our valued colleagues and customers remains our top priority .
`` We ’ ll still be hanging out on social media to provide a little entertainment and to keep in touch .
Thank you to everyone for your continued support '' .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ allow people to buy digital giftcards online that can be used when stores re-open .
Primark has also shot down any suggestions that it will launch an online shop .
Many people have gone to social media and urged the company to sell online but the company has said it is n't in any of its plans .

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Primark has been one of the UK's favourite fashion retailer for a long while supplying great clothes without spending little cash.
The store regularly posts its new items on social media - sometimes causing a big storm where people rush out to buy the item when it is previewed.
However, coronavirus and lockdown has taken its toll on our high street retailers and Primark is no exception.
Owner Associated British Foods was preparing that it will take a £375million hit from the loss of sales amid the latest enforced closures in the face of Covid-19.
But as the store doesn't offer a online store, many people will be asking whether or not the fashion chain is open.
So we have decided to see whether or not which stores are open, what the company has said in regards to lockdown and whether or not it plans to open an online store.
Is Primark open or closed during lockdown?
Primark is currently closing all its stores across the UK until December 2.
It has also closed its Welsh stores until November 9 during to the short-term circuit breaker in the country.
A statement by the company said: "To our Primark family, in line with government guidance, our stores in England will be closed from 5th November until 2nd December.
"We'll miss seeing you around but look forward to welcoming you back soon. The safety and well-being of our valued colleagues and customers remains our top priority.
"We’ll still be hanging out on social media to provide a little entertainment and to keep in touch. Thank you to everyone for your continued support".
The company has also announced that it will allow people to buy digital giftcards online that can be used when stores re-open.
Primark has also shot down any suggestions that it will launch an online shop. Many people have gone to social media and urged the company to sell online but the company has said it isn't in any of its plans.


birminghammail--2020-11-05--Furlough scheme 'to be extended until March' by Rishi Sunak

Chancellor Rishi Sunak is set to extend furlough until March , the BBC has reported .
The full details will be unveiled in a statement in the Commons shortly .
It comes as The Bank of England has unleashed another £150 billion of action to bolster the battered economy as it warned output will shrink again and not recover to pre-Covid levels until 2022 .
The increase in quantitative easing ( QE ) was bigger than the £100 billion expected and came as the Bank forecast the economy will fall 2 % between October and December due to the second @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is expected to outline further support to see the economy through the latest restrictions when he makes a statement later on Thursday .
It 's not clear if it will be the full 80 % currently available .
He has already extended the furlough scheme through November due to the second lockdown and is expected to announce the support will remain in place for areas still in Tier 3 restrictions through December .
Today , Justice Secretary Robert Buckland denied that furlough support had been extended because more stringent restrictions were now impacting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told BBC Radio 4 's Today programme : `` We were making important interventions and targeted support for those areas that were going into Tier 2 and Tier 3 throughout the last few months and I think it is unfair to say that there has been some kind of favouritism here .
`` We are taking a uniform all-England approach to this and throughout the crisis it has been a UK approach indeed with regard to a lot of the financial interventions we have made to support the economy . ''
Pressed on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ May 's request for the economic impact of lockdown to be published , Mr Buckland said : `` I think that everyone can see with their own eyes the particular impact , and when you see the amount of money the Chancellor has allocated for this crisis , that will tell you readily the sort of economic impact we are having to deal with . ''

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Chancellor Rishi Sunak is set to extend furlough until March, the BBC has reported.
The full details will be unveiled in a statement in the Commons shortly.
It comes as The Bank of England has unleashed another £150 billion of action to bolster the battered economy as it warned output will shrink again and not recover to pre-Covid levels until 2022.
The increase in quantitative easing (QE) was bigger than the £100 billion expected and came as the Bank forecast the economy will fall 2% between October and December due to the second lockdown in England.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak is expected to outline further support to see the economy through the latest restrictions when he makes a statement later on Thursday.
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It's not clear if it will be the full 80% currently available.
He has already extended the furlough scheme through November due to the second lockdown and is expected to announce the support will remain in place for areas still in Tier 3 restrictions through December.
Today, Justice Secretary Robert Buckland denied that furlough support had been extended because more stringent restrictions were now impacting upon the south of England.
He told BBC Radio 4's Today programme: "We were making important interventions and targeted support for those areas that were going into Tier 2 and Tier 3 throughout the last few months and I think it is unfair to say that there has been some kind of favouritism here.
"We are taking a uniform all-England approach to this and throughout the crisis it has been a UK approach indeed with regard to a lot of the financial interventions we have made to support the economy."
Pressed on whether the Government would bow to Theresa May's request for the economic impact of lockdown to be published, Mr Buckland said: "I think that everyone can see with their own eyes the particular impact, and when you see the amount of money the Chancellor has allocated for this crisis, that will tell you readily the sort of economic impact we are having to deal with."


birminghammail--2020-11-05--Douglas Luiz 'embarrassed' by Aston Villa's recent defeats

Brazilian ace Douglas Luiz admits Aston Villa 's latest defeats to Leeds United and Southampton have been 'embarrassing ' .
The 22-year-old has started all six of Villa 's Premier League games to date and , despite a perfect start , says back-to-back losses have been opportunities missed .
`` I 'm not satisfied , '' he told Villa TV , `` and a little embarrassed because they were two home games against opponents that we knew we could take points from .
We could have taken three points or a point .
`` The key to this league is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I feel a little embarrassed having not been able to get any points .
We need to improve week on week .
Every team we play against , every game we play , we improve .
We have to evolve to match the demands of other teams .
`` The first four games were essential for us .
Twelve points were there to be had and we took 12 .
Now , these last two games we were n't satisfied with them because we were n't able to get any points .
Against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ points . ''
Douglas also outlined what Dean Smith thinks of him , and said : `` He considered me to be an important player in the squad .
I know what I 'm capable of and I know what I can do to help .
`` The squad has now been strengthened .
I think this season we have what it takes to have a great season .
I 'll be there to support my teammates , train hard and give my all in games .
`` I feel very comfortable .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ help the team , to add to the team .
We 've got Conor ( Hourihane ) on the bench as well who helped a lot last season .
`` It 's about having good players in case one gets injured or suspended .
We have a good squad of players that can go out on the pitch , do their best and win games . ''
Villa travel to the Emirates on Sunday for their last game before the international break .
Ahead of the upcoming fixture with Arsenal , Douglas added @ @ @ @ @ @ @ game .
Arsenal have a great squad and are doing well at the moment .
We need to give our best and be confident of taking three points or a point .
The most important thing is to get points back on the board .
`` But I 'm very happy at the moment , the team is in a good place .
We ca n't let ourselves get off track and think it 's all going wrong ( after two defeats ) .
We 've got four wins out of six .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ summer 's £15 million signing also spoke about the impending return of his friend and teammate , Wesley , who 's around eight weeks away from returning following what will be a year out with knee ligament damage .
`` It 's very easy for me to talk about Wesley because he helped me so much when I first arrived , '' Douglas said .
`` I 've been through many ups and downs with him .
This must be a very happy moment for him , being able to come back .
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Brazilian ace Douglas Luiz admits Aston Villa's latest defeats to Leeds United and Southampton have been 'embarrassing'.
The 22-year-old has started all six of Villa's Premier League games to date and, despite a perfect start, says back-to-back losses have been opportunities missed.
"I'm not satisfied," he told Villa TV, "and a little embarrassed because they were two home games against opponents that we knew we could take points from. We could have taken three points or a point.
"The key to this league is to get points on the board so I feel a little embarrassed having not been able to get any points. We need to improve week on week. Every team we play against, every game we play, we improve. We have to evolve to match the demands of other teams.
"The first four games were essential for us. Twelve points were there to be had and we took 12. Now, these last two games we weren't satisfied with them because we weren't able to get any points. Against Leeds and Southampton we should have taken points."
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Douglas also outlined what Dean Smith thinks of him, and said: "He considered me to be an important player in the squad. I know what I'm capable of and I know what I can do to help.
"The squad has now been strengthened. I think this season we have what it takes to have a great season. I'll be there to support my teammates, train hard and give my all in games.
"I feel very comfortable. (Ross) Barkley came here to help the team, to add to the team. We've got Conor (Hourihane) on the bench as well who helped a lot last season.
"It's about having good players in case one gets injured or suspended. We have a good squad of players that can go out on the pitch, do their best and win games."
Villa travel to the Emirates on Sunday for their last game before the international break. Ahead of the upcoming fixture with Arsenal, Douglas added: "It will be a difficult game. Arsenal have a great squad and are doing well at the moment. We need to give our best and be confident of taking three points or a point. The most important thing is to get points back on the board.
"But I'm very happy at the moment, the team is in a good place. We can't let ourselves get off track and think it's all going wrong (after two defeats). We've got four wins out of six. We are doing well."
Last summer's £15 million signing also spoke about the impending return of his friend and teammate, Wesley, who's around eight weeks away from returning following what will be a year out with knee ligament damage.
"It's very easy for me to talk about Wesley because he helped me so much when I first arrived," Douglas said. "I've been through many ups and downs with him. This must be a very happy moment for him, being able to come back."


birminghammail--2020-11-05--Corrie star's mum 'arrested' for breaking gran, 97, out of care home

Former Coronation Street star Leandra Ashton and her mum Ylenia Angeli have been interviewed on today 's This Morning .
Thursday 's show saw Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield quizzed the pair on the ITV1 daytime TV favourite as a new lockdown was introduced .
It comes after Ylenia was arrested after trying to take her 97-year-old mother out of her care home .
Leandra , who played Saskia Larson on the soap , showed a video on social media of the moment her dementia-stricken grandmother was put into a car in Yorkshire .
The two women argued we can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Covid .
The care home called the police and Ylenia was arrested for her actions .
Ylenia and Leandra appeared on This Morning to speak about their actions , which Ylenia said showed how `` desperate '' she was and how `` inhumane '' the care home visiting rules were .
`` I jut wanted to hold her , I just wanted to tell her I loved her , '' she said .
`` We ca n't see our loved ones and they are deteriorating before our eyes , '' added Ylenia @ @ @ @ @ @ @ blame the police for doing their job .
Ylenia said : `` It was n't good before but it will be so much worse now .
`` They are not taking calls , they just say no comment . ''
She went on : `` I do believe that because we had mum in the car , they will now be isolating her .
`` I can see they will say she is a Covid risk , so she will be even more isolated , she will be left in her bed for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be so detrimental for her . ''

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Former Coronation Street star Leandra Ashton and her mum Ylenia Angeli have been interviewed on today's This Morning.
Thursday's show saw Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield quizzed the pair on the ITV1 daytime TV favourite as a new lockdown was introduced.
It comes after Ylenia was arrested after trying to take her 97-year-old mother out of her care home.
Leandra, who played Saskia Larson on the soap, showed a video on social media of the moment her dementia-stricken grandmother was put into a car in Yorkshire.
The two women argued we cannot forget about Alzheimers in the wake of Covid.
The care home called the police and Ylenia was arrested for her actions.
Ylenia and Leandra appeared on This Morning to speak about their actions, which Ylenia said showed how "desperate" she was and how "inhumane" the care home visiting rules were.
"I jut wanted to hold her, I just wanted to tell her I loved her," she said.
"We can't see our loved ones and they are deteriorating before our eyes," added Ylenia, who added that she does not blame the police for doing their job.
Ylenia said: "It wasn't good before but it will be so much worse now.
"They are not taking calls, they just say no comment."
She went on: "I do believe that because we had mum in the car, they will now be isolating her.
"I can see they will say she is a Covid risk, so she will be even more isolated, she will be left in her bed for the whole period of quarantine, which will be so detrimental for her."


birminghammail--2020-11-05--Man assaulted outside pub as trouble flares on night before lockdown

A man was assaulted as trouble flared just hours before the second national lockdown .
Police officers and paramedics rushed to Lichfield Street near to Tamworth town centre shortly after 8.30pm last night , Wednesday , November 4 .
The victim , aged in his 50s , was treated and taken to hospital in Stoke via an ambulance where he was assessed further for his injuries which are not deemed to be life threatening .
Staffordshire Police searched the area until nearly midnight in a bid to 'apprehend a suspect ' .
A spokesman confirmed : `` Officers attended Lichfield @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wednesday after reports of an assault outside a pub .
`` A man in his 50s had received a head injury and was being attended to by paramedics , but it is believed they weren ’ t life-threatening .
`` He was taken to Harplands Hospital in Stoke-on-Trent for further treatment .
`` Officers were searching the area to find a male suspect – described as having dark hair and wearing a black puffa jacket , Helly Hansen jeans and brown shoes - until after 11pm . ''
West Midlands Ambulance Service said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to reports of an assault in Lichfield Street .
`` One ambulance attended and we treated one man who suffered injuries .
`` He was taken on blue lights to hospital for further treatment . ''

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A man was assaulted as trouble flared just hours before the second national lockdown.
Police officers and paramedics rushed to Lichfield Street near to Tamworth town centre shortly after 8.30pm last night, Wednesday, November 4.
The victim, aged in his 50s, was treated and taken to hospital in Stoke via an ambulance where he was assessed further for his injuries which are not deemed to be life threatening.
Staffordshire Police searched the area until nearly midnight in a bid to 'apprehend a suspect'.
A spokesman confirmed: "Officers attended Lichfield Street in Tamworth at around 9.05pm on Wednesday after reports of an assault outside a pub.
"A man in his 50s had received a head injury and was being attended to by paramedics, but it is believed they weren’t life-threatening.
"He was taken to Harplands Hospital in Stoke-on-Trent for further treatment.
"Officers were searching the area to find a male suspect – described as having dark hair and wearing a black puffa jacket, Helly Hansen jeans and brown shoes - until after 11pm."
West Midlands Ambulance Service said: "We were called at 8.47pm to reports of an assault in Lichfield Street.
"One ambulance attended and we treated one man who suffered injuries.
"He was taken on blue lights to hospital for further treatment."