kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-04--Those who've had coronavirus urged to help major UK survey

People across the UK who 've had coronavirus have been urged to share their experiences as part of a major new study .
Launched by IQVIA COVID-19 Active Research Experience ( also known as CARE ) , members of the public have been asked to volunteer and share their everyday experience after potential exposure to Covid-19 .
Scientists say feedback from the survey will 'crucially build understanding of the impact of previously unexplored factors ' surrounding the virus .
What will the study look at ?
In addition , IQVIA CARE say they are seeking to establish the role of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in symptom relief , or preventing recurrence of Covid-19 related illnesses .
The survey enables anyone within the UK over 18 years of age - regardless if they have had Covid , and whether or not they have been tested for the virus - to make a difference to UK and international research .
The survey also aims to : • Capture Covid-19 in the UK community and record symptom severity and progression over time .
• Provide understanding of individuals at highest risk of developing serious consequences from exposure to Covid-19 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Minority Ethnic ( BAME ) Communities and the elderly .
• Help understand the role of personal and social circumstances , non-prescription and prescription medications , and to learn more about whether herbal remedies , vitamins , and alternative medicines make the Covid-19 symptoms better or worse .
• Assess the impact of self-isolation and the UK lockdown strategy and crucially provide valuable data to inform the exit strategy on easing lockdown , and the NHS response to any second wave of the virus .
Volunteers who join the survey can , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ information , current symptoms , and some medical history .
They will thereafter be periodically prompted to provide updated information about any symptoms and diagnosis status in order to create a worldwide picture of virus progression over time .
Participants can - if they wish - consent to further follow-up , including taking part in additional clinical research , such as Covid-19 clinical trials of potential treatments that may ease symptoms - and potentially save lives .
IQVIA CARE is an international public research survey , led by IQVIA , a global leader @ @ @ @ @ @ @ research .
IQVIA is also delivering the UK Covid-19 treatment clinical trial , ACCORD , involving UK Research and Innovation ( UKRI ) , the National Institute for Health Research and partners in the pharma , biotech sector and the UK government .
Tim Sheppard , senior vice president and general manager of Northern Europe at IQVIA , said : “ By launching the IQVIA CARE population survey in the UK , alongside similar real time surveys in Europe and the USA , we ’ re inviting the public to come forward and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` We want to help identify the most effective treatments and understand any other factors that help lessen the toll of this virus , and the UK getting back on its feet as soon as possible .
“ We believe global collaboration through building registries like CARE , will help provide the critical missing insights to beat COVID-19 .
`` For IQVIA CARE to realise this , it needs people the length and breadth of the UK to sign up , so we can learn as much as possible , as soon as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people sign up to take part in the survey ?
People are encouraged to sign up to the survey at www.helpstopcovid19.com .

Launched by IQVIA COVID-19 Active Research Experience (also known as CARE), members of the public have been asked to volunteer and share their everyday experience after potential exposure to Covid-19.
Scientists say feedback from the survey will 'crucially build understanding of the impact of previously unexplored factors' surrounding the virus.
What will the study look at?
The factors include:
Social and personal circumstances
Ethnicity
Age
Underlying health conditions
In addition, IQVIA CARE say they are seeking to establish the role of vitamins, herbal medicines and prescription medicines in symptom relief, or preventing recurrence of Covid-19 related illnesses.
The survey enables anyone within the UK over 18 years of age - regardless if they have had Covid, and whether or not they have been tested for the virus - to make a difference to UK and international research.
The survey also aims to:
Capture Covid-19 in the UK community and record symptom severity and progression over time.
Provide understanding of individuals at highest risk of developing serious consequences from exposure to Covid-19, for example, the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Communities and the elderly.
Help understand the role of personal and social circumstances, non-prescription and prescription medications, and to learn more about whether herbal remedies, vitamins, and alternative medicines make the Covid-19 symptoms better or worse.
Assess the impact of self-isolation and the UK lockdown strategy and crucially provide valuable data to inform the exit strategy on easing lockdown, and the NHS response to any second wave of the virus.
Volunteers who join the survey can, in complete confidence, share basic demographic information, current symptoms, and some medical history.
They will thereafter be periodically prompted to provide updated information about any symptoms and diagnosis status in order to create a worldwide picture of virus progression over time.
Participants can - if they wish - consent to further follow-up, including taking part in additional clinical research, such as Covid-19 clinical trials of potential treatments that may ease symptoms - and potentially save lives.
Who are IQVIA CARE?
IQVIA CARE is an international public research survey, led by IQVIA, a global leader in clinical trials and real world evidence research.
IQVIA is also delivering the UK Covid-19 treatment clinical trial, ACCORD, involving UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), the National Institute for Health Research and partners in the pharma, biotech sector and the UK government.
Tim Sheppard, senior vice president and general manager of Northern Europe at IQVIA, said: “By launching the IQVIA CARE population survey in the UK, alongside similar real time surveys in Europe and the USA, we’re inviting the public to come forward and help society learn more about COVID-19.
"We want to help identify the most effective treatments and understand any other factors that help lessen the toll of this virus, and the UK getting back on its feet as soon as possible.
“We believe global collaboration through building registries like CARE, will help provide the critical missing insights to beat COVID-19.
"For IQVIA CARE to realise this, it needs people the length and breadth of the UK to sign up, so we can learn as much as possible, as soon as possible to save lives.”
How can people sign up to take part in the survey?
People are encouraged to sign up to the survey at www.helpstopcovid19.com.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-04--Tesco's hidden message to shoppers on their receipts

Eagle-eyed shoppers have uncovered a secret message that appears on every Tesco receipt .
So why is it there ?
And what have Tesco said about it ?
Here 's what you need to know .
What is the story behind why the message is there ?
Domestic violence cases have risen by an estimated 20 per cent since the beginning of lockdown .
While the number of cases has spiked nationwide - many victims are still unsure as to what they can do and where to go for help and support .
Since the harrowing figures were released , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help in the battle against domestic violence .
What does the 'hidden ' Tesco receipt message say ?
The message - located at the bottom of Tesco 's receipts - reads : `` Help is available if you 're experiencing domestic abuse .
`` Call the National Domestic Abuse helpline on 0808 2000 247 .
Download the Brightsky App . ''
What have Tesco said about the 'hidden messege ' ?
A Tesco spokesman said : `` Domestic abuse affects 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men during their lifetime .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ provide information on where victims of domestic abuse can access support , we hope that more people will be able to get the help they need.
” What has the response been like from shoppers ?
Many who spotted the message on the supermarket 's receipts have praised the supermarket chain for sharing the details in such a subtle way .
Shoppers took to Twitter to share their praise for the idea .
One shopper tweeted : `` Shoutout to Tesco for putting the national domestic abuse helpline on all their reciepts .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ really impressed to see this on the bottom of my @ Tesco receipt today .
`` Very subtle , safe way of getting information and options to victims of domestic abuse , who might be the people that do the household shopping .
`` This has the potential to help a lot of people . ''
Another posted on the social media platform : `` Good on Tesco including this on their receipts . ''

So why is it there? And what have Tesco said about it? Here's what you need to know.
What is the story behind why the message is there?
Domestic violence cases have risen by an estimated 20 per cent since the beginning of lockdown.
While the number of cases has spiked nationwide - many victims are still unsure as to what they can do and where to go for help and support.
Since the harrowing figures were released, Tesco have decided to step in and help in the battle against domestic violence.
What does the 'hidden' Tesco receipt message say?
The message - located at the bottom of Tesco's receipts - reads: "Help is available if you're experiencing domestic abuse.
"Call the National Domestic Abuse helpline on 0808 2000 247. Download the Brightsky App."
What have Tesco said about the 'hidden messege'?
A Tesco spokesman said: "Domestic abuse affects 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men during their lifetime.
"By using our till receipts to provide information on where victims of domestic abuse can access support, we hope that more people will be able to get the help they need.”
What has the response been like from shoppers?
Many who spotted the message on the supermarket's receipts have praised the supermarket chain for sharing the details in such a subtle way.
Shoppers took to Twitter to share their praise for the idea.
One shopper tweeted: "Shoutout to Tesco for putting the national domestic abuse helpline on all their reciepts."
Another tweeted: "I'm really impressed to see this on the bottom of my @Tesco receipt today.
"Very subtle, safe way of getting information and options to victims of domestic abuse, who might be the people that do the household shopping.
"This has the potential to help a lot of people."
Another posted on the social media platform: "Good on Tesco including this on their receipts."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-05--Death notices from this week's Kidderminster Shuttle

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kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-05--Kind kitchen assistant braves the shave for care home fund

A KITCHEN assistant at a Bewdley care home has braved the shave to raise money to bring some joy to elderly residents during lockdown .
Residents and colleagues at Summerdyne Nursing Home watched on Thursday as Nene Edge had her head shaved by the home 's wellbeing and lifestyle co-ordinator Sarah , who dressed as a cheerleader for the occasion .
Nene was presented with a bouquet of flowers from staff when the job was done .
The shave was in aid of the home 's residents fund and raised nearly £500 in donations .
Nene said : `` It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ residents during this lockdown and I want to do something sparkling for them - something nice to bring joy . ''
Nene has worked at Summerdyne for just over a year , and staff say she is a joy to have around the home .
Manager Paula Lees said : `` Nene always comes to work radiating happiness and cheer , she has a wonderful uplifting outlook on life and is a joy to have in the home .
`` Nene quite often treats us all to her delicious home-cooked delights and she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ca n't help being happy around . ''

Residents and colleagues at Summerdyne Nursing Home watched on Thursday as Nene Edge had her head shaved by the home's wellbeing and lifestyle co-ordinator Sarah, who dressed as a cheerleader for the occasion.
Nene was presented with a bouquet of flowers from staff when the job was done.
The shave was in aid of the home's residents fund and raised nearly £500 in donations.
Nene said: "It's been a long time for the residents during this lockdown and I want to do something sparkling for them - something nice to bring joy."
Nene has worked at Summerdyne for just over a year, and staff say she is a joy to have around the home.
Manager Paula Lees said: "Nene always comes to work radiating happiness and cheer, she has a wonderful uplifting outlook on life and is a joy to have in the home.
"Nene quite often treats us all to her delicious home-cooked delights and she is the type of person you just can't help being happy around."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-05--McDonald’s Monopoly game cancelled for first time in 15 years

McDonald ’ s has confirmed its Monopoly giveaway won ’ t be returning this year .
Fans of the popular promotion will now have to wait until 2021 before it is introduced again .
Why has it been cancelled ?
McDonald ’ s Monopoly was due to launch shortly before all 1,350 branches were closed on March 23 , as a result of the coronavirus outbreak .
Initially , the fast food chain planned to push back the start date of the annual game until later in the year .
But , in an announcement on Wednesday , July 1 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decided to postpone the game until 2021 , marking the first time it hasn ’ t run since it launched in the UK in 2005 .
In a statement , McDonald ’ s said : “ To enable safe working and social distancing inside our restaurants and to minimise the pressure on our employees , we have decided to cancel this year ’ s Monopoly VIP campaign .
“ It creates a great deal of excitement inside our restaurants and relies heavily on menu items we can not safely reintroduce yet .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Monopoly 2021 and hope to be able to bring this popular promotion back next Spring.
” McDonald ’ s Monopoly works in a similar way to the classic board game , allowing customers to collect game pieces on qualifying McDonald ’ s items .
Each piece represents a tile on the board and when a set has been collected , customers can then claim a prize .
Winnings include a range of items , from free Big Mac burgers and apple pies , to more extravagant prizes like cars , iPads , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also instant win stickers which can be redeemed straight away , although these are typically for food items .
McDonald 's had not yet confirmed which prizes were lined up for its 2020 giveaway .

Fans of the popular promotion will now have to wait until 2021 before it is introduced again.
Why has it been cancelled?
McDonald’s Monopoly was due to launch shortly before all 1,350 branches were closed on March 23, as a result of the coronavirus outbreak.
Initially, the fast food chain planned to push back the start date of the annual game until later in the year.
But, in an announcement on Wednesday, July 1, McDonald’s said it had decided to postpone the game until 2021, marking the first time it hasn’t run since it launched in the UK in 2005.
In a statement, McDonald’s said: “To enable safe working and social distancing inside our restaurants and to minimise the pressure on our employees, we have decided to cancel this year’s Monopoly VIP campaign.
“It creates a great deal of excitement inside our restaurants and relies heavily on menu items we cannot safely reintroduce yet.
“Rest assured, we are already planning for Monopoly 2021 and hope to be able to bring this popular promotion back next Spring.”
What is McDonald’s Monopoly?
McDonald’s Monopoly works in a similar way to the classic board game, allowing customers to collect game pieces on qualifying McDonald’s items.
Each piece represents a tile on the board and when a set has been collected, customers can then claim a prize.
Winnings include a range of items, from free Big Mac burgers and apple pies, to more extravagant prizes like cars, iPads, mobile phones and holidays.
There are also instant win stickers which can be redeemed straight away, although these are typically for food items.
McDonald's had not yet confirmed which prizes were lined up for its 2020 giveaway.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-05--Wyre Forest 'is 2nd best place to be a long-term landlord'

WYRE Forest is one of the best places in the country to be a long-term landlord , according to research conducted by lettings managers Howsy .
The platform has analysed the current average rental yield and the annual house growth across the UK to rank areas by their combined value to long-term landlords .
Rossendale in Lancashire had the best combination of yield and price growth .
The area was marginally below the national average of 5 per cent , but with property values rising by 18 per cent in the last year - a huge increase on the 2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ proving to be a great investment for landlords .
Wyre Forest is home to similar statistics .
A below-average rental yield of three per 3 per cent may bring a smaller monthly income via rent , but house prices are up by a substantial 17 per cent in the last year .
Gravesham , Hyndburn , Kensington and Chelsea , Westminster , Dundee and Leicester also rank high where the combination of rental yields and house price appreciation is concerned .
London is the region home to the most favourable combination with an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ values , while the average buy-to-let returns a 4 per cent yield .
The North West and South West also offer a similar combination of 3 per cent and 4 per cent in house price growth and 5 per cent and 4 per cent in rental yields respectively .
Founder and CEO of Howsy , Calum Brannan , said : “ As a landlord , it can be easy to get bogged down in the almost immediate financial viability of a buy-to-let investment - understandable given the unpredictability of house price growth in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ available is often the only current data available during the decision-making process .
`` However , there are plenty of areas across the UK that might not present the best yields nationally but have delivered a substantially larger return where house price growth is concerned .
`` As the figures show , this isn ’ t restricted to one area of the market , and this is certainly something to be considered when investing .
`` For the majority of landlords , their portfolio is their pension pot and so while ongoing rental @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on cashing out and the overall value of your portfolio when you do is also advised .
”

The platform has analysed the current average rental yield and the annual house growth across the UK to rank areas by their combined value to long-term landlords.
Rossendale in Lancashire had the best combination of yield and price growth. The area was marginally below the national average of 5 per cent, but with property values rising by 18 per cent in the last year - a huge increase on the 2 per cent average - the district is proving to be a great investment for landlords.
Wyre Forest is home to similar statistics. A below-average rental yield of three per 3 per cent may bring a smaller monthly income via rent, but house prices are up by a substantial 17 per cent in the last year.
Gravesham, Hyndburn, Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster, Dundee and Leicester also rank high where the combination of rental yields and house price appreciation is concerned.
London is the region home to the most favourable combination with an increase of 5 per cent in property values, while the average buy-to-let returns a 4 per cent yield.
The North West and South West also offer a similar combination of 3 per cent and 4 per cent in house price growth and 5 per cent and 4 per cent in rental yields respectively.
Founder and CEO of Howsy, Calum Brannan, said: “As a landlord, it can be easy to get bogged down in the almost immediate financial viability of a buy-to-let investment - understandable given the unpredictability of house price growth in the long-term and so the rental yield available is often the only current data available during the decision-making process.
"However, there are plenty of areas across the UK that might not present the best yields nationally but have delivered a substantially larger return where house price growth is concerned.
"As the figures show, this isn’t restricted to one area of the market, and this is certainly something to be considered when investing.
"For the majority of landlords, their portfolio is their pension pot and so while ongoing rental income is essential, keeping an eye on cashing out and the overall value of your portfolio when you do is also advised.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-05--Love Island, The Voice and Family Fortunes: ITV shows looking for contestants

A number of ITV primetime shows have launched a search for contestants to take part in their next series .
Here 's a round-up of the popular programmes on the look out for participants .
A spokesperson from ITV said : `` We are looking for families from all over the UK to take part in a brand new series of the TV Classic , hosted by Gino D'Acampo .
`` If you are a family of FIVE or more currently living together and think you have what it takes to walk away with a HUGE CASH PRIZE then we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Download our application form here and return to ffapplications @ thames.tv . ''
• Age Restrictions : Applicants must be 16 years of age and over .
• Additional Terms : Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK .
Have you got what it takes to be a singing superstar ?
ITV are also looking for talented solo vocalists , duos and trios to apply for the next series of The Voice UK .
ITV said : `` If you ’ ve got a voice that ’ ll @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then we want to hear from you . ''
• Last Date for Applications : Sunday , July 26 , 2020 at 23:59 ( This date may be amended without notice at the Producer 's discretion ) .
• Age Restrictions : Applicants must be 16 years of age on or before October 1 , 2020 .
Have you got what it takes to be an islander ?
A spokesperson from the TV network said : `` ITV2 are looking for vibrant singles from across the UK who want to head to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` The chosen cast will spend time in a luxury villa , getting to know one another , but to remain in paradise they must win the hearts of the public and their fellow Islanders who ultimately decide their fate on Love Island .
`` If you think you ’ ve got what it takes , then we want to hear from you straight away . ''
• Age Restrictions : Applicants must be 18 years of age or over .

Here's a round-up of the popular programmes on the look out for participants.
Family Fortunes
A spokesperson from ITV said: "We are looking for families from all over the UK to take part in a brand new series of the TV Classic, hosted by Gino D'Acampo.
"If you are a family of FIVE or more currently living together and think you have what it takes to walk away with a HUGE CASH PRIZE then we want to hear from you.
"Download our application form here and return to ffapplications@thames.tv."
Last Date for Applications: Saturday, August 1, 2020.
Saturday, August 1, 2020. Audition/Casting Period: Monday, June 3 to Saturday, August 1, 2020.
Monday, June 3 to Saturday, August 1, 2020. Age Restrictions: Applicants must be 16 years of age and over.
Applicants must be 16 years of age and over. Additional Terms: Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.
The Voice UK
Have you got what it takes to be a singing superstar? ITV are also looking for talented solo vocalists, duos and trios to apply for the next series of The Voice UK.
ITV said: "If you’ve got a voice that’ll get the Coaches spinning in those chairs then we want to hear from you."
Apply on: www.itv.com/thevoice/apply.
www.itv.com/thevoice/apply. Last Date for Applications: Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 23:59 (This date may be amended without notice at the Producer's discretion).
Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 23:59 (This date may be amended without notice at the Producer's discretion). Audition/Casting Period: Saturday, March 7 to Sunday, July 26, 2020.
Saturday, March 7 to Sunday, July 26, 2020. Age Restrictions: Applicants must be 16 years of age on or before October 1, 2020.
Love Island
Have you got what it takes to be an islander?
A spokesperson from the TV network said: "ITV2 are looking for vibrant singles from across the UK who want to head to the sun, in search of love.
"The chosen cast will spend time in a luxury villa, getting to know one another, but to remain in paradise they must win the hearts of the public and their fellow Islanders who ultimately decide their fate on Love Island.
"If you think you’ve got what it takes, then we want to hear from you straight away."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-05--Schools reopening: What pupils can and can't do when they return

Schools across England have been told to keep children in class or year-sized 'bubbles ' and avoid creating 'busy corridors ' when all pupils return in September .
Here 's a round-up of what parents and pupils need to know .
What are the new rules ?
The Government guidance – on how to get all children back after the summer break following up to six months at home – says older pupils should be encouraged to be kept away from other groups of students and staff .
The whole school , or all pupils in a year group , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ schools have two or more confirmed coronavirus cases within a fortnight , the advice says .
But the guidance insists school closures “ may not be necessary ” if there are a number of confirmed cases of Covid-19 on site if schools implement the recommended controls .
What have officials said ?
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson announced the plans for getting all pupils back on the same day schools in Leicester closed as part of the city ’ s lockdown extension .
He also said that limits on group sizes will be lifted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ providers in England from July 20 so more children can attend in the summer holidays .
Addressing the House of Commons , Mr Williamson said returning to normal educational routines was “ critical ” to the national recovery , as he reiterated that attendance in schools and colleges will be mandatory from September .
He told MPs that the Government will provide all schools and colleges with a small number of home testing kits by the start of the autumn term .
What else will be happening ?
The official guidance says mobile @ @ @ @ @ @ @ test anyone who has been in contact with the child , or member of staff , who has tested positive .
Testing will focus on the person ’ s class , followed by their year group , then the whole school if necessary , the advice says .
Schools have been told to avoid large gatherings , such as assemblies , and to avoid singing in larger groups , such as school choirs and ensembles .
Schools have also been advised to stagger break times , start and finish times , and to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reduce the use of public transport .
On Thursday ( July 2 ) , exams regulator Ofqual announced plans to delay the start of next year ’ s GCSE exams to allow more time for teaching amid the disruption .
More details are expected to be set out by Mr Williamson at a Downing Street press conference on Thursday – the first time one has been held since daily briefings were scrapped last week .
What has the reaction been like ?
A headteachers ’ union has warned that it will be “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ children apart in year-group-sized “ bubbles ” in September .
Geoff Barton , general secretary of the Association of School and College Leaders ( ASCL ) , said : “ The logistics of keeping apart many different ‘ bubbles ’ of children in a full school , including whole year groups comprising hundreds of pupils , is mind-boggling .
“ School leaders will have to consider implementing staggered starts , finishes and lunchtimes , alongside transport to and from school , on an epic scale.
” He added : “ However , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bring all children back to school in the autumn are limited.
” Paul Whiteman , general secretary of school leaders ’ union NAHT , added : “ The situation seen in Leicester this week has demonstrated that this crisis is far from over , and there will be further disruption ahead .
“ It is therefore essential that Government continues to monitor the data when it comes to school return and that it also has a credible Plan B in place should it be required .
”

Here's a round-up of what parents and pupils need to know.
What are the new rules?
The Government guidance – on how to get all children back after the summer break following up to six months at home – says older pupils should be encouraged to be kept away from other groups of students and staff.
The whole school, or all pupils in a year group, may have to self-isolate at home if schools have two or more confirmed coronavirus cases within a fortnight, the advice says.
But the guidance insists school closures “may not be necessary” if there are a number of confirmed cases of Covid-19 on site if schools implement the recommended controls.
What have officials said?
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson announced the plans for getting all pupils back on the same day schools in Leicester closed as part of the city’s lockdown extension.
He also said that limits on group sizes will be lifted in nurseries, childminders and early years providers in England from July 20 so more children can attend in the summer holidays.
Addressing the House of Commons, Mr Williamson said returning to normal educational routines was “critical” to the national recovery, as he reiterated that attendance in schools and colleges will be mandatory from September.
He told MPs that the Government will provide all schools and colleges with a small number of home testing kits by the start of the autumn term.
What else will be happening?
The official guidance says mobile units can be dispatched to schools to test anyone who has been in contact with the child, or member of staff, who has tested positive.
Testing will focus on the person’s class, followed by their year group, then the whole school if necessary, the advice says.
Schools have been told to avoid large gatherings, such as assemblies, and to avoid singing in larger groups, such as school choirs and ensembles.
Schools have also been advised to stagger break times, start and finish times, and to consider using “walking buses” to reduce the use of public transport.
Plans to delay exams
On Thursday (July 2), exams regulator Ofqual announced plans to delay the start of next year’s GCSE exams to allow more time for teaching amid the disruption.
More details are expected to be set out by Mr Williamson at a Downing Street press conference on Thursday – the first time one has been held since daily briefings were scrapped last week.
What has the reaction been like?
A headteachers’ union has warned that it will be “enormously challenging” for schools to keep children apart in year-group-sized “bubbles” in September.
Geoff Barton, general secretary of the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL), said: “The logistics of keeping apart many different ‘bubbles’ of children in a full school, including whole year groups comprising hundreds of pupils, is mind-boggling.
“School leaders will have to consider implementing staggered starts, finishes and lunchtimes, alongside transport to and from school, on an epic scale.”
He added: “However, we recognise that the options about how to bring all children back to school in the autumn are limited.”
Paul Whiteman, general secretary of school leaders’ union NAHT, added: “The situation seen in Leicester this week has demonstrated that this crisis is far from over, and there will be further disruption ahead.
“It is therefore essential that Government continues to monitor the data when it comes to school return and that it also has a credible Plan B in place should it be required.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-06--Tickets go on sale for Severn Valley Railway reopening

THE Severn Valley Railway will reopen for daily passenger services from Saturday , August 1 .
Tickets for a range of family excursions go on sale at 11am on Monday , July 6 and must be booked in advance .
General manager Helen Smith said : “ We are hugely excited to be making this announcement after three and a half months of enforced closure because of the coronavirus pandemic .
`` We ’ ve put a great deal of thought and planning into our offering and have been careful to balance the need for social distancing and other safety @ @ @ @ @ @ @ enjoy a long-awaited and exciting day out.
” Two trains will depart from Kidderminster and one from Bridgnorth each morning , taking passengers the full 16 miles length of the line and back .
There will be a stop-off at The Engine House Visitor Centre at Highley , and those who start their journey from Bridgnorth will also have the option of stop-offs at the Georgian town of Bewdley , and at Kidderminster with its Railway Museum .
The railway will use compartment carriages to allow each group to travel separately .
Visitors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drinks at both refreshment rooms at Kidderminster and Bridgnorth , and there will be a wide selection of heritage railway-related souvenirs on sale in the gift shops .
The SVR ’ s pubs at both these locations will also be open .
At The Engine House Visitor Centre , travellers can get up close to impressive exhibition locomotives and carriages , and immerse themselves in the early history of the railway .
There is also a new exhibition telling the story of how the Victorians constructed the viaduct at Falling Sands .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ daily services will be steam-hauled , and over the coming weeks the railway ’ s engineers will prepare the locomotives and carriages that will be needed for service .
Helen added : “ At this early stage of reopening , things won ’ t be exactly the same as before .
However , we can promise our visitors the chance to get away from it all .
They ’ ll enjoy a full day out , experiencing the thrill of heritage steam travel and they ’ ll have the opportunity to explore some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Severn Valley .
`` We recently carried out a survey of more than 4,500 visitors and many of them can ’ t wait to come back , so we ’ re expecting a large demand for tickets .
“ It ’ s very important that the railway starts to generate some passenger income .
These months of closure have had a devastating impact on our finances , and we want to make sure we have a sustainable future .
`` Thanks to generous donations we ’ ve raised more than £750,000 for our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ together with that fact that we ’ re getting the railway back in steam , will help to see us through .
`` We ’ re really looking forward to seeing everyone back at the SVR !
” For full details of travel times and itineraries and to book tickets , go to svr.co.uk or phone 01562 757900 .
Pre-booking is essential and no on-the-day tickets will be available .
To donate to the SVR ’ s Fight Back Fund , please visit svrtrust.org.uk .

Tickets for a range of family excursions go on sale at 11am on Monday, July 6 and must be booked in advance.
General manager Helen Smith said: “We are hugely excited to be making this announcement after three and a half months of enforced closure because of the coronavirus pandemic.
"We’ve put a great deal of thought and planning into our offering and have been careful to balance the need for social distancing and other safety measures, with making sure our visitors enjoy a long-awaited and exciting day out.”
Two trains will depart from Kidderminster and one from Bridgnorth each morning, taking passengers the full 16 miles length of the line and back.
There will be a stop-off at The Engine House Visitor Centre at Highley, and those who start their journey from Bridgnorth will also have the option of stop-offs at the Georgian town of Bewdley, and at Kidderminster with its Railway Museum.
The railway will use compartment carriages to allow each group to travel separately.
Visitors will be able to buy food and drinks at both refreshment rooms at Kidderminster and Bridgnorth, and there will be a wide selection of heritage railway-related souvenirs on sale in the gift shops.
The SVR’s pubs at both these locations will also be open.
At The Engine House Visitor Centre, travellers can get up close to impressive exhibition locomotives and carriages, and immerse themselves in the early history of the railway.
There is also a new exhibition telling the story of how the Victorians constructed the viaduct at Falling Sands.
It is planned that each of the three daily services will be steam-hauled, and over the coming weeks the railway’s engineers will prepare the locomotives and carriages that will be needed for service.
Helen added: “At this early stage of reopening, things won’t be exactly the same as before. However, we can promise our visitors the chance to get away from it all. They’ll enjoy a full day out, experiencing the thrill of heritage steam travel and they’ll have the opportunity to explore some of the other attractions of the beautiful Severn Valley.
"We recently carried out a survey of more than 4,500 visitors and many of them can’t wait to come back, so we’re expecting a large demand for tickets.
“It’s very important that the railway starts to generate some passenger income. These months of closure have had a devastating impact on our finances, and we want to make sure we have a sustainable future.
"Thanks to generous donations we’ve raised more than £750,000 for our Fight Back Fund, and this, together with that fact that we’re getting the railway back in steam, will help to see us through.
"We’re really looking forward to seeing everyone back at the SVR!”
For full details of travel times and itineraries and to book tickets, go to svr.co.uk or phone 01562 757900.
Pre-booking is essential and no on-the-day tickets will be available.
To donate to the SVR’s Fight Back Fund, please visit svrtrust.org.uk.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-06--Wetherspoons reopening: The 9 rules every customer must follow

Pubs across England have reopened following the relaxation of lockdown rules .
While the pubs and bars will be allowed to open for limited table service , a strict set of rules will be in place .
When are they reopening across the UK ?
The company have confirmed they will reopen in the following nations on these dates : The chain is provisonally planning to reopen in Wales and Northern Ireland on Monday , July 20 .
JD Wetherspoon reopened 875 of its branches across England on July 4 , with pub goers required to follow a number of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pubs will open from 8am , with breakfast to be served until 11.30am , followed by the main menu thereafter .
The menu has been slightly reduced to minimise the amount of food produced from more than one kitchen workstation , and a reduced range of condiments will be provided in sachets .
The pub chain has invested £11 million into making sure both staff and customers are kept safe when branches reopen , and has warned that during the first few weeks , some pubs may close earlier than normal .
Customers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of their local Wetherspoons .
Here are nine rules that pub goers will have to follow at every Wetherspoons pub from July 4 .
Where possible , outdoor areas will be marked for customers to queue to enter pubs , and only one entry point will be used , with a separate exit point .
Entrance doors will also be pinned open to increase air flow and reduce hand contact points .
The number of people allowed in at one time will be limited , so customers will have to wait outside until @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be installed inside pubs , offering guidance and direction for customers when they enter .
A hand sanitiser station will be placed at the entrance , with customers asked to clean their hands before they go inside .
There will be an average of 10 hand sanitiser stations at most pubs for customers to use , positioned at the entrance , bar , outside toilets and other locations .
JD Wetherspoon is discouraging people to visit in large groups , or to congregate in the pub after arrival .
Customers will be asked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ capacity allows , or leave the premises .
Order and pay via the app Customers are encouraged to order using the Wetherspoon app , where possible , directly from their table .
Where customers are unable to order from their table , such as they don ’ t have a smartphone , they will instead be allowed to order from one of the designated till points at the bar .
However , customers may not remain at the bar and will be asked to return to their table once they have ordered and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Wetherspoons app , customers will also be encouraged to pay via the app before their order is processed at the bar .
For customers who need to pay at the bar , contactless payments are encouraged , although cash will be accepted at a reduced number of tills .
Wetherspoons gift cards and CAMRA vouchers will still be accepted , even if they expired during the lockdown period .
Current Wetherspoon gift cards will be valid for an additional six months after their original expiry date , and CAMRA vouchers with validity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2020 will be valid until the end of November .
If customers are not ordering via the app and would instead prefer to look at a physical menu , a disposable one will be provided .
These menus will be single-use only , likely to be made from paper , and will be recycled after .
No smoking near entrances and exits Customers won ’ t be allowed to pop outside for a cigarette during their visit , as staff need to keep pathways and exits clear for others waiting to enter .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ step away from pub doorways for a smoke , or go to the designated smoking area in the pub garden , if there is one .
Signs reminding customers to observe social distancing will be in place in the smoking area .
Pub goers have been asked not to move any of the tables inside , as they have been arranged to adhere to the government ’ s Covid-19 secure guidelines .
Tables will be placed at least one metre apart to help reduce the risk of transmission and will feature signs to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are .
Children must be kept seated Children will still be allowed into Wetherspoons pubs , but parents must ensure they remain in their seat at the table .
Parents will also need to accompany their children to the toilets .
Customers will be asked to provide their contact details every time they visit a Wetherspoons pub from July 4 .
This is part of the NHS Test and Trace initiative to ensure people can be contacted in the event someone is diagnosed with coronavirus .
Details will be stored confidentially by the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ destroyed after 21 days .

While the pubs and bars will be allowed to open for limited table service, a strict set of rules will be in place.
When are they reopening across the UK?
The company have confirmed they will reopen in the following nations on these dates:
Saturday, July 4 - England
Wednesday, July 15 - Scotland
Monday, July 20 - Republic of Ireland
The chain is provisonally planning to reopen in Wales and Northern Ireland on Monday, July 20.
What rules will Wetherspoons enforce?
JD Wetherspoon reopened 875 of its branches across England on July 4, with pub goers required to follow a number of new safety measures during their visit.
Pubs will open from 8am, with breakfast to be served until 11.30am, followed by the main menu thereafter.
The menu has been slightly reduced to minimise the amount of food produced from more than one kitchen workstation, and a reduced range of condiments will be provided in sachets.
The pub chain has invested £11 million into making sure both staff and customers are kept safe when branches reopen, and has warned that during the first few weeks, some pubs may close earlier than normal.
Customers are advised to check online for details of their local Wetherspoons.
Here are nine rules that pub goers will have to follow at every Wetherspoons pub from July 4.
Queues to enter
Where possible, outdoor areas will be marked for customers to queue to enter pubs, and only one entry point will be used, with a separate exit point.
Entrance doors will also be pinned open to increase air flow and reduce hand contact points.
The number of people allowed in at one time will be limited, so customers will have to wait outside until a table becomes free.
Signage will be installed inside pubs, offering guidance and direction for customers when they enter.
Hand sanitiser on entry
A hand sanitiser station will be placed at the entrance, with customers asked to clean their hands before they go inside.
There will be an average of 10 hand sanitiser stations at most pubs for customers to use, positioned at the entrance, bar, outside toilets and other locations.
Small groups only
JD Wetherspoon is discouraging people to visit in large groups, or to congregate in the pub after arrival.
Customers will be asked to disperse around the pub, if capacity allows, or leave the premises.
Order and pay via the app
Customers are encouraged to order using the Wetherspoon app, where possible, directly from their table.
Where customers are unable to order from their table, such as they don’t have a smartphone, they will instead be allowed to order from one of the designated till points at the bar. However, customers may not remain at the bar and will be asked to return to their table once they have ordered and paid.
As well as ordering via the Wetherspoons app, customers will also be encouraged to pay via the app before their order is processed at the bar. For customers who need to pay at the bar, contactless payments are encouraged, although cash will be accepted at a reduced number of tills.
Wetherspoons gift cards and CAMRA vouchers will still be accepted, even if they expired during the lockdown period.
Current Wetherspoon gift cards will be valid for an additional six months after their original expiry date, and CAMRA vouchers with validity dates during 1 April to 30 June 2020 will be valid until the end of November.
Dispose of menus
If customers are not ordering via the app and would instead prefer to look at a physical menu, a disposable one will be provided.
These menus will be single-use only, likely to be made from paper, and will be recycled after.
No smoking near entrances and exits
Customers won’t be allowed to pop outside for a cigarette during their visit, as staff need to keep pathways and exits clear for others waiting to enter.
Instead, customers will need to either step away from pub doorways for a smoke, or go to the designated smoking area in the pub garden, if there is one.
Signs reminding customers to observe social distancing will be in place in the smoking area.
Tables can’t be moved
Pub goers have been asked not to move any of the tables inside, as they have been arranged to adhere to the government’s Covid-19 secure guidelines.
Tables will be placed at least one metre apart to help reduce the risk of transmission and will feature signs to remind customers to leave them where they are.
Children must be kept seated
Children will still be allowed into Wetherspoons pubs, but parents must ensure they remain in their seat at the table.
Parents will also need to accompany their children to the toilets.
Contact details to be provided
Customers will be asked to provide their contact details every time they visit a Wetherspoons pub from July 4.
This is part of the NHS Test and Trace initiative to ensure people can be contacted in the event someone is diagnosed with coronavirus.
Details will be stored confidentially by the pub team and forms will be securely destroyed after 21 days.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-06--Tesco puts three of the world's hottest chillies on sale

One of the UK 's biggest supermarket chains has added three of the world ’ s hottest peppers to its range .
The company say the move is in response to soaring lockdown demand for super-strength chillies .
Which supermarket has put them on sale ?
Shoppers at Tesco ’ s UK stores will be able to snap up even fierier varieties Carolina Reaper , Komodo Dragon and Armageddon from this weekend .
All three are being grown by Bedfordshire-based chilli farmer Salvatore Genovese , who supplies UK retailers with a million peppers a week .
But Tesco is advising @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ super hot ” varieties to take extreme care when preparing and eating them .
The Carolina Reaper has been judged the hottest pepper in the world , measuring around 1.5 million units on the Scoville chilli scale – hundreds of times hotter than a jalapeno pepper .
What have Tesco said ?
Tesco ’ s chilli pepper buyer Emily Hampson said : “ These super-strong varieties are not for beginners and we advise that only experts who know what they are doing should try them.
” Ms Hampson added : “ Despite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more and more popular with UK shoppers .
“ If you have some basic kitchen skills and use just a smidgen with say , some cream , then you can temper the heat to create a vibrant and delicious sauce out of them.
” Who is growing the hottest chillies ?
Mr Genovese , whose family has farmed for generations in the Blunham area of Bedfordshire , turned to commercial chilli growing after graduating from agricultural college .
He now receives orders from all over the world for chillies raised between spring and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Genovese , whose Armageddon variety is believed to be the hottest originally British-bred chilli , commented : “ When I started growing them no one believed that the UK would have such a great appetite for chilli peppers , particularly the really super-hot ones .
“ But we have a growing chilli culture and you only have to look online to see all the UK-based chilli sauce businesses that have sprung up in recent years .
“ Each of these three varieties on sale at Tesco have subtle differences such as the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the tongue.
” How much will they cost ?
The chillies will cost £1 a packet and contain up to three peppers , depending on the size .

The company say the move is in response to soaring lockdown demand for super-strength chillies.
Which supermarket has put them on sale?
Shoppers at Tesco’s UK stores will be able to snap up even fierier varieties Carolina Reaper, Komodo Dragon and Armageddon from this weekend.
All three are being grown by Bedfordshire-based chilli farmer Salvatore Genovese, who supplies UK retailers with a million peppers a week.
But Tesco is advising home cooks using the new trio of “super hot” varieties to take extreme care when preparing and eating them.
The Carolina Reaper has been judged the hottest pepper in the world, measuring around 1.5 million units on the Scoville chilli scale – hundreds of times hotter than a jalapeno pepper.
What have Tesco said?
Tesco’s chilli pepper buyer Emily Hampson said: “These super-strong varieties are not for beginners and we advise that only experts who know what they are doing should try them.”
Ms Hampson added: “Despite their ferocious heat, they are becoming more and more popular with UK shoppers.
“If you have some basic kitchen skills and use just a smidgen with say, some cream, then you can temper the heat to create a vibrant and delicious sauce out of them.”
Who is growing the hottest chillies?
Mr Genovese, whose family has farmed for generations in the Blunham area of Bedfordshire, turned to commercial chilli growing after graduating from agricultural college.
He now receives orders from all over the world for chillies raised between spring and Christmas in glasshouses without artificial light.
Mr Genovese, whose Armageddon variety is believed to be the hottest originally British-bred chilli, commented: “When I started growing them no one believed that the UK would have such a great appetite for chilli peppers, particularly the really super-hot ones.
“But we have a growing chilli culture and you only have to look online to see all the UK-based chilli sauce businesses that have sprung up in recent years.
“Each of these three varieties on sale at Tesco have subtle differences such as the fruitiness or the immediacy of its strength on the tongue.”
How much will they cost?
The chillies will cost £1 a packet and contain up to three peppers, depending on the size.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-06--Plans for Brintons Carpets to close yarn dyeing at Kidderminster site

BRINTONS Carpets has announced a proposal to cease dyeing yarn at their Kidderminster manufacturing site and consolidate processes into their @ @ @ @ @ result , the Kidderminster-based company will enter into a consultation period with production and engineering @ @ @ @ @ in the town .
Bosses say the proposal will see the reduction in headcount of @ @ @ @ @ .
Rob Greenfield , Group Manufacturing & Logistics Director said : “ The global Coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ impact on hospitality demand and we have to face the reality that as a result @ @ @ @ @ manufacturing operations ” .
The company says the proposed changes will ensure they 'continue to @ @ @ @ @ interests . '
They have also confirmed Kidderminster will continue to operate warehousing and the @ @ @ @ @ retail partners and will also retain the group ’ s head office .

As a result, the Kidderminster-based company will enter into a consultation period with production and engineering employees to scale down operations in the town.
Bosses say the proposal will see the reduction in headcount of around 25 full time employees.
Rob Greenfield, Group Manufacturing & Logistics Director said: “The global Coronavirus pandemic has had a significant impact on hospitality demand and we have to face the reality that as a result we need to consolidate our manufacturing operations”.
The company says the proposed changes will ensure they 'continue to safeguard the their longer term interests.'
They have also confirmed Kidderminster will continue to operate warehousing and the distribution of residential carpet to retail partners and will also retain the group’s head office.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-06--Arrests after police officers were spat at in Kidderminster and Stourport

OFFICERS in Kidderminster and Stourport were spat at as several assaults across Worcestershire took place over the weekend .
A man in his 20s was arrested after police said he spat in the faces of three officers in Kidderminster .
The incident happened on Friday , July 3 after a domestic violence incident was reported to police .
The man was arrested on suspicion of assaulting three emergency workers , suspicion of criminal damage and on suspicion of possession with intent to sell drugs .
He has subsequently been bailed .
On Saturday , July 4 in Stourport , officers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ violent with paramedics .
Whilst they were dealing with the man in question , police have said he spat at two officers and was arrested as a result .
Ernie Taylor , aged 33 , from Stourport , was charged with assaulting an emergency worker , criminal damage and was remanded .
He is due to appear in court today .
Chief Inspector Edward Hancox said : “ Violence against police , or any emergency service workers is never acceptable .
`` This weekend we saw six officers assaulted in North Worcestershire alone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , punched and kicked and although no serious injury was caused the impact on officers can be long lasting .
`` On each occasion , the suspect was arrested and will be put before a court as such offences will not be tolerated .
”

A man in his 20s was arrested after police said he spat in the faces of three officers in Kidderminster.
The incident happened on Friday, July 3 after a domestic violence incident was reported to police.
The man was arrested on suspicion of assaulting three emergency workers, suspicion of criminal damage and on suspicion of possession with intent to sell drugs. He has subsequently been bailed.
On Saturday, July 4 in Stourport, officers were attending reports of a man being violent with paramedics.
Whilst they were dealing with the man in question, police have said he spat at two officers and was arrested as a result.
Ernie Taylor, aged 33, from Stourport, was charged with assaulting an emergency worker, criminal damage and was remanded. He is due to appear in court today.
Chief Inspector Edward Hancox said: “Violence against police, or any emergency service workers is never acceptable.
"This weekend we saw six officers assaulted in North Worcestershire alone. This included officers being spat at, punched and kicked and although no serious injury was caused the impact on officers can be long lasting.
"On each occasion, the suspect was arrested and will be put before a court as such offences will not be tolerated.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-06--Pub, bars and restaurant reopen in Bromsgrove, Redditch and Kidderminster

Cafes , bars and restaurants across north Worcestershire are now re-opening following the lockdown .
We are offering those businesses in the hospitality industry a free shout out in our papers and online .
It 's our way of supporting local businesses through these very difficult times .
If you would like us to give your hospitality business a mention in the Bromsgrove & Droitwich Advertiser , Redditch Advertiser , and Wyre Forest Shuttle click here to send us your details .
Among those to have reopened this weekend were : The pub reopened on Saturday including an extended beer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bookings now being taken for inside and outside via the Crabmill Inn Facebook page @ CrabmillInn The club bar reopened on Saturday .
It has ample space for outdoor drinks .
Customers are welcome to bring your own chairs , blankets , tables & gazebos .
They said : `` We look forward to welcoming you back to Stoke Prior Sports and Country Club . ''
The cafe re-opened on Saturday selling artisan coffee , homemade cakes , freshly made food and afternoon teas Temporary changes to opening times are : Mon - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ahmad said : `` We can ’ t wait to serve our community again . ''
The pub and restaurant reopened on Saturday saying , `` We ca n't wait to welcome you all back to The Honey Bee !
!
Call to book your table on 01299 851 620 . ''

As part of our Love Local Business campaign, we are offering those businesses in the hospitality industry a free shout out in our papers and online.
It's our way of supporting local businesses through these very difficult times.
If you would like us to give your hospitality business a mention in the Bromsgrove & Droitwich Advertiser, Redditch Advertiser, and Wyre Forest Shuttle click here to send us your details.
To be part of our Love Local Business campaign call 01905742372 or email dale.
godliman@localiq.co.uk.”
Among those to have reopened this weekend were:
Crabmill Inn
Birmingham Road
Bromsgrove
The pub reopened on Saturday including an extended beer garden and marquee with outside TV. Bookings now being taken for inside and outside via the Crabmill Inn Facebook page @CrabmillInn
Droitwich Rugby Club
Hanbury Road
Droitwich
The club bar reopened on Saturday. It has ample space for outdoor drinks. Customers are welcome to bring your own chairs, blankets, tables & gazebos.
Stoke Prior Sports and Country Club
Westonhall Road
Stoke Prior
Bromsgrove
The bar reopened on Saturday.
They said: "We look forward to welcoming you back to Stoke Prior Sports and Country Club."
Sixty Degrees
High Street
Bromsgrove
The cafe re-opened on Saturday selling artisan coffee, homemade cakes, freshly made food and afternoon teas
Temporary changes to opening times are: Mon - Sat 10am-4pm and Sunday 10:30am-3pm
Delicious Desserts
New Road
Kidderminster
The dessert shop re-opened on Saturday.
Owner Syed Ahmad said: "We can’t wait to serve our community again."
The Honey Bee
Doverdale Lane
Doverdale
Near Droitwich
The pub and restaurant reopened on Saturday saying, "We can't wait to welcome you all back to The Honey Bee!! Call to book your table on 01299 851 620."
The Hop Pole
Birmingham Road
Bromsgrove
The pub reopened on Saturday. It is open 12-11 Monday to Sunday.
Lovely beer garden with plenty of social distancing


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-07--Marks & Spencer reopen 118 cafes across the UK - full list

Marks & Spencer reopened 118 of its cafes across England and Northern Ireland from July 4 .
The reopening comes as the government relaxes restrictions surrounding the coronavirus pandemic .
However , strict safety measures will be in place to keep everyone safe .
A spokesperson from M & S shared what customers can expect when they go : `` We know our customers have missed visiting their local M & S café – whether it be for a family lunch , quick catch-up over a hot drink or even just a change of scenery .
`` The 118 cafés @ @ @ @ @ @ @ S Café Favourites ’ menu - containing many of our most popular items including bacon & sausage buns , toasties and toasted teacakes .
`` Cold drinks , cakes and sandwiches will also be available , as well as our fantastic Cream Tea offer for £4 which includes a choice of hot drink with scone , clotted cream and jam .
Very in-keeping for those enjoying the fortnight of Wimbledon tennis re-runs .
`` For those after a quality tea or coffee break during their shop - whether hot or iced - our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ delicious Brazilian Single Origin , as well as our exclusive House blend of Fairtrade arabica coffee from Ethiopia , Honduras , Peru and Sumatra , which is freshly roasted for us every week in Glasgow .
`` From farm to roaster , all of our coffees are cupped ( tasted ) more than 30 times to make sure they make the grade . ''
These are the new safety rules for customers : • WHEN YOU ARRIVE : Customers will be greeted by a colleague host who will manage the flow of customers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so there may be a short queue .
Hand sanitiser stations have been installed at or near the entrance of every café .
• WHEN YOU ORDER & PAY : Throughout the café there ’ ll be a one-way system to limit contact and signage to remind customers to maintain social distancing .
Perspex screens have been installed at each café till and M & S is continuing to encourage contactless payments .
Colleagues will wash their hands every 30 minutes with additional washing immediately after taking cash payments .
• WHEN YOU @ @ @ @ @ @ @ minimum of 1m apart and 2m distance will be encouraged where possible .
Individual condiments will be available instead of shared bottles , and colleagues will clean and sanitise all trays , tables and chairs after every use .
Here is the full list of the cafes reopening in England and Northern Ireland :

The reopening comes as the government relaxes restrictions surrounding the coronavirus pandemic. However, strict safety measures will be in place to keep everyone safe.
A spokesperson from M&S shared what customers can expect when they go: "We know our customers have missed visiting their local M&S café – whether it be for a family lunch, quick catch-up over a hot drink or even just a change of scenery.
"The 118 cafés will be offering an ‘M&S Café Favourites’ menu - containing many of our most popular items including bacon & sausage buns, toasties and toasted teacakes.
"Cold drinks, cakes and sandwiches will also be available, as well as our fantastic Cream Tea offer for £4 which includes a choice of hot drink with scone, clotted cream and jam. Very in-keeping for those enjoying the fortnight of Wimbledon tennis re-runs.
"For those after a quality tea or coffee break during their shop - whether hot or iced - our baristas are waiting to serve up our delicious Brazilian Single Origin, as well as our exclusive House blend of Fairtrade arabica coffee from Ethiopia, Honduras, Peru and Sumatra, which is freshly roasted for us every week in Glasgow.
"From farm to roaster, all of our coffees are cupped (tasted) more than 30 times to make sure they make the grade."
These are the new safety rules for customers:
WHEN YOU ARRIVE: Customers will be greeted by a colleague host who will manage the flow of customers in and out of the café – so there may be a short queue. Hand sanitiser stations have been installed at or near the entrance of every café.
Customers will be greeted by a colleague host who will manage the flow of customers in and out of the café – so there may be a short queue. Hand sanitiser stations have been installed at or near the entrance of every café. WHEN YOU ORDER & PAY: Throughout the café there’ll be a one-way system to limit contact and signage to remind customers to maintain social distancing. Perspex screens have been installed at each café till and M&S is continuing to encourage contactless payments. Colleagues will wash their hands every 30 minutes with additional washing immediately after taking cash payments.
Throughout the café there’ll be a one-way system to limit contact and signage to remind customers to maintain social distancing. Perspex screens have been installed at each café till and M&S is continuing to encourage contactless payments. Colleagues will wash their hands every 30 minutes with additional washing immediately after taking cash payments. WHEN YOU DINE: All tables will be a minimum of 1m apart and 2m distance will be encouraged where possible. Individual condiments will be available instead of shared bottles, and colleagues will clean and sanitise all trays, tables and chairs after every use.
Here is the full list of the cafes reopening in England and Northern Ireland:


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-07--Development site in Kidderminster sold after 'bidding war'

LAND at a Kidderminster industrial estate has been sold to a Redditch company with plans to turn it into a factory or warehouse .
A 1.18-acre plot in Parker Place , off the A451 between Kidderminster and Stourport , has been sold to EDR Developments following a `` bidding war '' .
The company will be applying for planning permission for a 20,000 square foot factory or warehouse .
Describing the bidding process as a `` hotly-contested bidding war '' , Ben Truslove , joint managing director of commercial property agents John Truslove , said : “ Interest in this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so there was considerable competition to secure it .
`` By being proactive and on the case on behalf of our client , we are successful in securing it.
” Parker Place is located within an already-established industrial estate to the south of Kidderminster .
The recently-opened link road through the nearby Silverwoods site now links the A451 to the A449 Worcester Road , avoiding town centre congestion .
The site is already cleared for construction on the granting of planning permission , and John Truslove will be marketing both freehold and leasehold @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is scheduled for delivery mid-2021 .

A 1.18-acre plot in Parker Place, off the A451 between Kidderminster and Stourport, has been sold to EDR Developments following a "bidding war".
The company will be applying for planning permission for a 20,000 square foot factory or warehouse.
Describing the bidding process as a "hotly-contested bidding war", Ben Truslove, joint managing director of commercial property agents John Truslove, said: “Interest in this site was strong from the outset and so there was considerable competition to secure it.
"By being proactive and on the case on behalf of our client, we are successful in securing it.”
Parker Place is located within an already-established industrial estate to the south of Kidderminster.
The recently-opened link road through the nearby Silverwoods site now links the A451 to the A449 Worcester Road, avoiding town centre congestion.
The site is already cleared for construction on the granting of planning permission, and John Truslove will be marketing both freehold and leasehold options on the completed unit, which is scheduled for delivery mid-2021.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-07--MPs pay tribute to Natalie Connolly as law change moves closer

THE so-called `` rough sex defence '' which allowed killers of women to face lesser charges in court is being changed in a new domestic violence bill .
The phrase “ it ’ s only a domestic ” will be consigned to history , the Justice Secretary said , as the landmark Domestic Abuse Bill cleared its latest Commons hurdle on Monday ( July 6 ) .
Labour ’ s shadow Home Office minister Jess Phillips said the passage of the bill through the Commons showed victims “ we can hear them ” , and paid tribute to mum-of-one Natalie @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , aged 26 .
Millionaire businessman John Broadhurst , from Wolverley , admitted manslaughter but was cleared of her murder after claiming she was hurt during consensual sexual activity .
He was jailed for just three years and eight months .
Ms Phillips said : `` Natalie Connolly 's name and story has rung out around this chamber , been told in many newspapers and the bravery of her family will see this law changed .
`` Today , I do n't want to remember her for how she died , or to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ say what her story was .
Wyre Forest MP Mark Garnier called for the rough sex defence to be scrapped in the wake Natalie 's death .
Speaking last week , Mr Garnier said : `` Natalie 's death was one that is the stuff of nightmares .
`` What we hope to achieve from it is a way to make sure that people take more responsibility for their actions , and that killers get the right sentences , whilst victims get justice .
John Broadhurst used the 'rough sex defence ' and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ months for Natalie 's death '' The case of my constituent , Natalie Connolly , and the woeful underperformance of the system with regards her killer John Broadhurst , highlighted a rising menace of justice game-playing by killers and abusers .
`` This response by the government is a breakthrough in how we tackle the rough sex defence , but it is also a textbook example of Parliament at its best , with a genuine cross-party approach and a willing government , all seeking the same outcome . ''
`` I am incredibly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , who took the trouble to come to Kidderminster , to quietly see for herself the effects Natalie 's killing had on her family .
`` Her private visit demonstrated an unusual degree of compassion , meeting with the close relatives of Natalie .
`` Both Victoria and Justice Minister Alex Chalk have worked tirelessly to protect women.
” Reading comments sent to him by Ms Connolly 's father , Alan Andrews , he said : `` There is no way that a man should be able to bat away brutal sex violence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way to get away with it .
`` To cope with her private life being explored in intricate detail on top of the grief of losing her has been unimaginably hard for the whole family .
`` Natalie is no longer here to tell us what he did to her or why he left her where he did .
One thing is for certain - Natalie didn ’ t fantasise about being killed or leaving her daughter without a mum that night . ''
The bill , which now passes to the House @ @ @ @ @ @ @ protection to those fleeing violence by placing a new legal duty on councils to provide secure homes for them and their children .
Ms Atkins outlined moves to stop the use of the rough sex defence , which she told MPs is mainly used by men .
• Arrests after police spat at in Kidderminster • Fraudster must repay the £451k she stole from Kidderminster employer This follows a long-running campaign to stop abusers who kill their partners from claiming their victims were a willing participant in a sex game gone wrong in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ manslaughter or get a less severe sentence .
The bill also states , children who see , hear or experience the effects of domestic abuse will be treated as victims under law .
It will undergo further scrutiny in the House of Lords at a later date .
Ms Atkins told the Commons : “ We ’ ve been clear that there is no such defence to serious harm which results from rough sex .
“ But there is a perception that such a defence exists and that it is being used by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in these types of cases , to avoid convictions for serious offences or to receive a reduction in any sentence where they are convicted .
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The phrase “it’s only a domestic” will be consigned to history, the Justice Secretary said, as the landmark Domestic Abuse Bill cleared its latest Commons hurdle on Monday (July 6).
Labour’s shadow Home Office minister Jess Phillips said the passage of the bill through the Commons showed victims “we can hear them”, and paid tribute to mum-of-one Natalie Connolly, who was killed in 2016, aged 26.
Natalie Connolly was killed in December 2016
Millionaire businessman John Broadhurst, from Wolverley, admitted manslaughter but was cleared of her murder after claiming she was hurt during consensual sexual activity. He was jailed for just three years and eight months.
Ms Phillips said: "Natalie Connolly's name and story has rung out around this chamber, been told in many newspapers and the bravery of her family will see this law changed.
"Today, I don't want to remember her for how she died, or to allow a violent man to get to say what her story was.
"I simply want to remember Natalie, a brilliant, beautiful, bright mother, sister, daughter."
Wyre Forest MP Mark Garnier called for the rough sex defence to be scrapped in the wake Natalie's death.
Speaking last week, Mr Garnier said: "Natalie's death was one that is the stuff of nightmares.
"What we hope to achieve from it is a way to make sure that people take more responsibility for their actions, and that killers get the right sentences, whilst victims get justice.
John Broadhurst used the 'rough sex defence' and was jailed for three years and eight months for Natalie's death
"The case of my constituent, Natalie Connolly, and the woeful underperformance of the system with regards her killer John Broadhurst, highlighted a rising menace of justice game-playing by killers and abusers.
"This response by the government is a breakthrough in how we tackle the rough sex defence, but it is also a textbook example of Parliament at its best, with a genuine cross-party approach and a willing government, all seeking the same outcome."
"I am incredibly grateful to Home Office minister Victoria Atkins, who took the trouble to come to Kidderminster, to quietly see for herself the effects Natalie's killing had on her family.
"Her private visit demonstrated an unusual degree of compassion, meeting with the close relatives of Natalie.
"Both Victoria and Justice Minister Alex Chalk have worked tirelessly to protect women.”
Reading comments sent to him by Ms Connolly's father, Alan Andrews, he said: "There is no way that a man should be able to bat away brutal sex violence as just an accident and pave the way to get away with it.
"To cope with her private life being explored in intricate detail on top of the grief of losing her has been unimaginably hard for the whole family.
"Natalie is no longer here to tell us what he did to her or why he left her where he did. One thing is for certain - Natalie didn’t fantasise about being killed or leaving her daughter without a mum that night."
The bill, which now passes to the House of Lords, seeks to give better protection to those fleeing violence by placing a new legal duty on councils to provide secure homes for them and their children.
Ms Atkins outlined moves to stop the use of the rough sex defence, which she told MPs is mainly used by men.
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This follows a long-running campaign to stop abusers who kill their partners from claiming their victims were a willing participant in a sex game gone wrong in a bid to reduce murder charges to manslaughter or get a less severe sentence.
The bill also states, children who see, hear or experience the effects of domestic abuse will be treated as victims under law.
It will undergo further scrutiny in the House of Lords at a later date.
Ms Atkins told the Commons: “We’ve been clear that there is no such defence to serious harm which results from rough sex.
“But there is a perception that such a defence exists and that it is being used by men, and it is mostly men in these types of cases, to avoid convictions for serious offences or to receive a reduction in any sentence where they are convicted.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-07--Man jailed for spitting at police officer in Stourport

A 33-YEAR-OLD man from Stourport has been convicted for assaulting a police officer .
Ernest Taylor , of Stourport High Street , received a 16-week prison sentence in relation to the charges of assault on an emergency worker and two counts of criminal damage .
West Mercia Police reported several assaults on emergency workers over the weekend .
A man in his 20s was arrested for spitting in the faces of three officers in Kidderminster on Friday , and Taylor was arrested on Saturday after officers attended reports of a man being violent with paramedics in Stourport High Street .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ come to work to protect the public and keep them safe shouldn ’ t expect to be assaulted and when they are we will do everything in our power to investigate , prosecute and convict those responsible .
`` In relation to spitting on or at a police officer , it is one of the most disgusting ways to behave and rightly this has been dealt with by way of a custodial sentence.
” Chief Inspector Edward Hancox said on Monday : “ Violence against police , or any emergency services workers is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ saw six officers assaulted in North Worcestershire alone .
This included officers being spat at , punched and kicked and although no serious injury was caused the impact on officers can be long lasting .
`` On each occasion , the suspect was arrested and will be put before a court as such offences will not be tolerated .
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Ernest Taylor, of Stourport High Street, received a 16-week prison sentence in relation to the charges of assault on an emergency worker and two counts of criminal damage.
West Mercia Police reported several assaults on emergency workers over the weekend.
A man in his 20s was arrested for spitting in the faces of three officers in Kidderminster on Friday, and Taylor was arrested on Saturday after officers attended reports of a man being violent with paramedics in Stourport High Street.
Superintendent Mark Colquhoun said “Officers who come to work to protect the public and keep them safe shouldn’t expect to be assaulted and when they are we will do everything in our power to investigate, prosecute and convict those responsible.
"In relation to spitting on or at a police officer, it is one of the most disgusting ways to behave and rightly this has been dealt with by way of a custodial sentence.”
Chief Inspector Edward Hancox said on Monday: “Violence against police, or any emergency services workers is never acceptable.
"This weekend we saw six officers assaulted in North Worcestershire alone. This included officers being spat at, punched and kicked and although no serious injury was caused the impact on officers can be long lasting.
"On each occasion, the suspect was arrested and will be put before a court as such offences will not be tolerated.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-07--Great Dane statues stolen from Heathfield Kennels in Bewdley

TWO Great Dane statues which have been a feature of a Bewdley kennels for more than 20 years were stolen in an overnight break-in .
The life-size stone figures , which cost £700 to £800 each , were snatched from Heathfield Boarding Kennels in Pound Green between Wednesday night ( July 1 ) and Thursday morning .
David Bell , who runs the business with his wife Gillian , said the thefts were a `` sad reflection of society today '' and is appealing for anyone with information to come forwards .
He told The Shuttle : `` Everybody knows @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 're iconic .
They have been a feature of the kennels for over 20 years .
The two stone statues were stolen overnight on Wednesday , July 1 '' The statues were always within our entrance gate .
Everyone would speak to them or pat them on the head when they walked past .
`` The boarding kennels have been closed for four months because of coronavirus but we reopened on Friday .
`` When we came in on Thursday , we went to open the gates and noticed the gate was slightly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ off .
`` They were n't cheap - they 're worth about £700 or £800 each , but they are of sentimental value .
They 're huge and very heavy so this was n't a one-man job .
`` It 's a sad reflection of society today when we ca n't have anything to enhance our property without the risk of it being stolen .
`` We would like to try and replace them but I do wonder if we should because it might just get stolen again .
It 's not nice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to police and the Heathfield Boarding Kennels team is asking anyone with information to contact them via social media .

The life-size stone figures, which cost £700 to £800 each, were snatched from Heathfield Boarding Kennels in Pound Green between Wednesday night (July 1) and Thursday morning.
David Bell, who runs the business with his wife Gillian, said the thefts were a "sad reflection of society today" and is appealing for anyone with information to come forwards.
He told The Shuttle: "Everybody knows us because of those statues, they're iconic. They have been a feature of the kennels for over 20 years.
The two stone statues were stolen overnight on Wednesday, July 1
"The statues were always within our entrance gate. Everyone would speak to them or pat them on the head when they walked past.
"The boarding kennels have been closed for four months because of coronavirus but we reopened on Friday.
"When we came in on Thursday, we went to open the gates and noticed the gate was slightly ajar. The bolts had been cut off.
"They weren't cheap - they're worth about £700 or £800 each, but they are of sentimental value. They're huge and very heavy so this wasn't a one-man job.
"It's a sad reflection of society today when we can't have anything to enhance our property without the risk of it being stolen.
"We would like to try and replace them but I do wonder if we should because it might just get stolen again. It's not nice."
The thefts have been reported to police and the Heathfield Boarding Kennels team is asking anyone with information to contact them via social media.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-07--Worcestershire Council spent £1.3million on coronavirus PPE

WORCESTERSHIRE County Council has delivered more than 1,000,000 items of PPE during the coronavirus pandemic .
The council says the deliveries have been vital in helping to ensure that care homes , domiciliary care providers , social care staff , schools , GP surgeries , dentists and other organisations have been able to continue to deliver key services during the pandemic .
There were national shortages of PPE , but Worcestershire schools , businesses and members of the community rallied round to sew scrubs , make hand sanitiser and visors .
Roger Garland , chief officer at Crossroads , a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said “ Whilst we have always had a good supply of PPE certain items such as fluid resistant face masks have been difficult to access .
`` This is due to the Covid -19 being a global pandemic where almost every country including non-health professionals are using or trying to obtain the same limited supplies .
`` We have worked hard to source our own PPE requirements and in the early days of the pandemic , were very fortunate and grateful to have received donations of goggles , safety glasses and face masks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` We also found some Facebook contacts who helped enormously . ''
A total of £1.3million has been spent by the council procurement team in response to Covid-19 to ensure PPE , food and accommodation is in place for those that need it .
Councillor Karen May , cabinet member for transformation and commissioning , said : “ The efforts of our procurement team have been simply extraordinary during the pandemic , they have played a huge part in helping keep key services going , by ensuring organisations have all they need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ items delivered is a milestone we can look back on with real pride .
Worcestershire has really pulled together and proved it really is Here 2 Help during this pandemic , and it has been wonderful to see everyone doing what they can.
” '' Part of the money spent has been used to help create a stockpile which will be available to be used in the response to any local outbreaks or if the supply of PPE is disrupted in the future . ''

The council says the deliveries have been vital in helping to ensure that care homes, domiciliary care providers, social care staff, schools, GP surgeries, dentists and other organisations have been able to continue to deliver key services during the pandemic.
There were national shortages of PPE, but Worcestershire schools, businesses and members of the community rallied round to sew scrubs, make hand sanitiser and visors.
Roger Garland, chief officer at Crossroads, a charity that cares for the elderly, said “Whilst we have always had a good supply of PPE certain items such as fluid resistant face masks have been difficult to access.
"This is due to the Covid -19 being a global pandemic where almost every country including non-health professionals are using or trying to obtain the same limited supplies.
"We have worked hard to source our own PPE requirements and in the early days of the pandemic, were very fortunate and grateful to have received donations of goggles, safety glasses and face masks from mechanics and ‘tool hire’.
"We also found some Facebook contacts who helped enormously."
A total of £1.3million has been spent by the council procurement team in response to Covid-19 to ensure PPE, food and accommodation is in place for those that need it.
Councillor Karen May, cabinet member for transformation and commissioning, said: “The efforts of our procurement team have been simply extraordinary during the pandemic, they have played a huge part in helping keep key services going, by ensuring organisations have all they need to carry on.
"One million items delivered is a milestone we can look back on with real pride. Worcestershire has really pulled together and proved it really is Here 2 Help during this pandemic, and it has been wonderful to see everyone doing what they can.”
"Part of the money spent has been used to help create a stockpile which will be available to be used in the response to any local outbreaks or if the supply of PPE is disrupted in the future."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-07--New digital system transforms pre-op assessments in Worcestershire

A DIGITAL health history questionnaire is now being in used across Worcestershire ’ s hospitals which aims to reduce the need for patients to visit hospital before surgery .
The questionnaire is sent electronically to patients who are awaiting elective surgery at the Alexandra , Kidderminster or Worcestershire Royal Hospitals , allowing them to complete it at home in their own time .
Around 1,000 patients a month will receive a link to complete the health questionnaire , with the results then sent to the pre-operative assessment department where staff can triage and process patients accordingly based on the answers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ increase the hospital trust ’ s pre-operative capacity and enable patients to see the right nurse at the right time .
Whilst the initial roll out of the system started in January , the Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of reducing face-to-face appointments where possible .
Rachel Foley , senior sister pre-operative assessment at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust , said : “ We had found ourselves spending an increasing amount of time assessing patients that were fit for surgery and so did not actually require an hour appointment for a pre-operative assessment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ longer than an hour with a member of the team .
“ Our elective surgery patients can now complete their health history questionnaire from the comfort of their own home , in their own time , then submit the answers in real-time to our clinical teams .
Frequent attenders will also be able to copy some parts of their pre-op assessments .
“ After assessing the answers , our clinical staff can then quickly triage and separate the patients that are fit and ready for their operation and don ’ t require a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that do.
” Earlier pre-operative assessments interventions also allow the team to identify patients at high risk of being unfit for their operation and intervene sooner and with more effective medical input to ensure they stand the very best chance of their surgery going ahead .

The questionnaire is sent electronically to patients who are awaiting elective surgery at the Alexandra, Kidderminster or Worcestershire Royal Hospitals, allowing them to complete it at home in their own time.
Around 1,000 patients a month will receive a link to complete the health questionnaire, with the results then sent to the pre-operative assessment department where staff can triage and process patients accordingly based on the answers provided.
The new system aims to increase the hospital trust’s pre-operative capacity and enable patients to see the right nurse at the right time.
Whilst the initial roll out of the system started in January, the Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of reducing face-to-face appointments where possible.
Rachel Foley, senior sister pre-operative assessment at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, said: “We had found ourselves spending an increasing amount of time assessing patients that were fit for surgery and so did not actually require an hour appointment for a pre-operative assessment in hospital, whereas some patients needed longer than an hour with a member of the team.
“Our elective surgery patients can now complete their health history questionnaire from the comfort of their own home, in their own time, then submit the answers in real-time to our clinical teams. Frequent attenders will also be able to copy some parts of their pre-op assessments.
“After assessing the answers, our clinical staff can then quickly triage and separate the patients that are fit and ready for their operation and don’t require a full Pre-op assessment in hospital from those that do.”
Earlier pre-operative assessments interventions also allow the team to identify patients at high risk of being unfit for their operation and intervene sooner and with more effective medical input to ensure they stand the very best chance of their surgery going ahead.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-07--Derbies await Kidderminster as Birmingham League cricket returns

KIDDERMINSTER Cricket Club can look forward to a summer and autumn of derby days after grassroots cricket was given the green light to restart by the Government .
The Birmingham League intends to begin playing matches as quickly as next Saturday ( July 18 ) as long as its member clubs are in agreement .
Unable to play a full season due to the coronavirus pandemic , league chiefs have decided on a group and play-off format .
Clubs have been placed in regional groups of six and will play 10 fixtures , playing every other team in the group @ @ @ @ @ @ @ group winners will go forward to the semi-finals to be played on Saturday , September 26 and then the final on a neutral ground on Sunday , September 27 .
The Cricket Committee has recommended that the competition will be a 40 over competition and will be played under the current rules and playing conditions for the Graham Williamson Trophy competition .
Bromsgrove and Barnt Green have both been placed in Group 4 , along with Barnards Green , Halesowen , Kidderminster and Ombersley .
All clubs were due to attend meetings to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A league statement said : `` There are still many issues to be resolved regarding fixtures and clubs ’ desire to fully open their clubhouse facilities , while Government ( ECB ) guidance on the playing and staging of matches is not expected until the end of next week .
`` It is essential that BDPCL considers the safety and well-being of volunteers and players at member clubs , as well as their families and other stakeholders in the game , such as umpires , before a final decision is made .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a successful return of the game following the publication of the guidance .
`` Clubs will not provide teas for players , umpires or scorers who will , all , be expected to bring their own refreshments .
Dressing room facilities will , only , be available in line with the guidance . ''

The Birmingham League intends to begin playing matches as quickly as next Saturday (July 18) as long as its member clubs are in agreement.
Unable to play a full season due to the coronavirus pandemic, league chiefs have decided on a group and play-off format.
Clubs have been placed in regional groups of six and will play 10 fixtures, playing every other team in the group at home and away.
The four group winners will go forward to the semi-finals to be played on Saturday, September 26 and then the final on a neutral ground on Sunday, September 27.
The Cricket Committee has recommended that the competition will be a 40 over competition and will be played under the current rules and playing conditions for the Graham Williamson Trophy competition.
Bromsgrove and Barnt Green have both been placed in Group 4, along with Barnards Green, Halesowen, Kidderminster and Ombersley.
All clubs were due to attend meetings to discuss the minutiae of staging games.
A league statement said: "There are still many issues to be resolved regarding fixtures and clubs’ desire to fully open their clubhouse facilities, while Government (ECB) guidance on the playing and staging of matches is not expected until the end of next week.
"It is essential that BDPCL considers the safety and well-being of volunteers and players at member clubs, as well as their families and other stakeholders in the game, such as umpires, before a final decision is made.
"This will allow everyone to prepare for a successful return of the game following the publication of the guidance.
"Clubs will not provide teas for players, umpires or scorers who will, all, be expected to bring their own refreshments. Dressing room facilities will, only, be available in line with the guidance."