kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-09--First Covid vaccine offering 90% protection ordered to UK

The first Covid-19 vaccine has been announced by German pharmaceutical company Pfizer , who state it could offer 90 per-cent protection from the virus .
Potentially available within weeks the companies developing the vaccine plan to apply for emergency approval to use the vaccine by the end of the month .
The firm , which is developing the mRNA-based vaccine with BioNTech , said : `` Today is a great day for science and humanity.
” The vaccine has been tested on 43,500 people and no safety concerns have been raised .
How does it work ?
The experimental vaccine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and involves injecting the patient with part of the virus ’ s genetic code in order to train your immune system .
Two doses are needed three weeks apart and the trials from six countries show that a 90 per-cent protection rate has been achieved seven days after the first dose .
When will it be available ?
Pfizer believes there will be 5 million doses available by the end of the year , with 1.3billion by next year .
The UK has already ordered 30 million doses , although there are some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stored below minus 80C .
Dr Albert Bourla , Pfizer chairman and CEO , said : “ With today ’ s news , we are a significant step closer to providing people around the world with a much-needed breakthrough to help bring an end to this global health crisis .
”

Potentially available within weeks the companies developing the vaccine plan to apply for emergency approval to use the vaccine by the end of the month.
The firm, which is developing the mRNA-based vaccine with BioNTech, said: "Today is a great day for science and humanity.”
The vaccine has been tested on 43,500 people and no safety concerns have been raised.
How does it work?
The experimental vaccine is in the final stages of testing and involves injecting the patient with part of the virus’s genetic code in order to train your immune system.
Two doses are needed three weeks apart and the trials from six countries show that a 90 per-cent protection rate has been achieved seven days after the first dose.
When will it be available?
Pfizer believes there will be 5 million doses available by the end of the year, with 1.3billion by next year.
The UK has already ordered 30 million doses, although there are some logistical challenges as the vaccine must be stored below minus 80C.
Dr Albert Bourla, Pfizer chairman and CEO, said: “With today’s news, we are a significant step closer to providing people around the world with a much-needed breakthrough to help bring an end to this global health crisis.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-10--Attorney General considering Kidderminster rape case after outrage

THE Attorney General 's office is considering the court case of a Kidderminster child rapist following outrage from members of the public over the man 's sentence .
Parents from Kidderminster and across the world took to social media to express their disbelief after The Shuttle reported last month that convicted paedophile Callum Haycock avoided prison despite being found guilty of raping a five-year-old girl .
There have since been calls to sign a petition for the sentence to be reviewed , while the girl 's mum , who can not be identified to protect the victim 's identity , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ High Court .
A Save Our Children group was also set up in response to the case , which raised £1,500 to pay for counselling for the victim or to go towards legal fees for a retrial , should the family need it .
Haycock , aged 21 , from Kidderminster , was given a three-year community order and 35 days ' rehabilitation requirement at Worcester Crown Court on Thursday , October 1 .
He was also fined £200 and ordered to pay £2,500 to the victim after being found guilty of a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He was also put on the Sexual Offenders ’ Register for five years .
But the girl ’ s mother said she was devastated Haycock was not handed a jail term .
She said at the time : “ I ran out of the court and slammed the door behind me , as I walked out of the court I just shouted ‘ it ’ s a joke ’ .
I see no justice for my daughter in this.
” The heartbroken mother , however , said she had found consolation in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ testified at the trial .
“ She ’ s been incredibly brave , ” said the mum .
“ She gave evidence at the trial and everything .
I ’ m immensely proud of her .
She ’ s one of the bravest little girls I ’ ve ever met .
“ We told her that he ’ d got to pay her some money , because he ’ s got to pay her £2,500 compensation , and she turned around and said she wants to give it to the poor.
” The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Twitter : “ Only one application is required for us to consider a case under the unduly lenient sentence scheme .
“ We have received a request to look at the case of Callum Haycock .
The Law Officers have 28 days from sentencing to consider this case.
” The Shuttle understands that , at this time , an application has not been made to the Court of Appeal from the Attorney General regarding the Haycock 's sentence .

Parents from Kidderminster and across the world took to social media to express their disbelief after The Shuttle reported last month that convicted paedophile Callum Haycock avoided prison despite being found guilty of raping a five-year-old girl.
There have since been calls to sign a petition for the sentence to be reviewed, while the girl's mum, who cannot be identified to protect the victim's identity, pledged to appeal the sentence in the High Court.
A Save Our Children group was also set up in response to the case, which raised £1,500 to pay for counselling for the victim or to go towards legal fees for a retrial, should the family need it.
Haycock, aged 21, from Kidderminster, was given a three-year community order and 35 days' rehabilitation requirement at Worcester Crown Court on Thursday, October 1.
He was also fined £200 and ordered to pay £2,500 to the victim after being found guilty of a charge of raping a child under 13. He was also put on the Sexual Offenders’ Register for five years.
But the girl’s mother said she was devastated Haycock was not handed a jail term.
She said at the time: “I ran out of the court and slammed the door behind me, as I walked out of the court I just shouted ‘it’s a joke’. I see no justice for my daughter in this.”
The heartbroken mother, however, said she had found consolation in the courage of her daughter, who testified at the trial.
“She’s been incredibly brave,” said the mum. “She gave evidence at the trial and everything. I’m immensely proud of her. She’s one of the bravest little girls I’ve ever met.
“We told her that he’d got to pay her some money, because he’s got to pay her £2,500 compensation, and she turned around and said she wants to give it to the poor.”
The Attorney General's office later posted on Twitter: “Only one application is required for us to consider a case under the unduly lenient sentence scheme.
“We have received a request to look at the case of Callum Haycock. The Law Officers have 28 days from sentencing to consider this case.”
The Shuttle understands that, at this time, an application has not been made to the Court of Appeal from the Attorney General regarding the Haycock's sentence.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-10--Wyre Forest police launch rural farm watch after thefts

So , we ’ re now into November and before we know it , it ’ ll be Christmas .
Sadly , but rightly , the normal celebrations we ’ d enjoy for bonfire night were cancelled .
The second phase of lockdown brings restrictions to our lives once again .
As we know , it ’ s not just the pubs , restaurants and gyms affected , but sports clubs too .
This is a particular shame for all our children that enjoy sporting activities , which play such a big part in their lives and upbringing .
Whilst @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Six Nations , grass roots rugby has been kicked into touch ( forgive the pun ! )
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A shame for all the youngsters around our district that love chasing egg shaped balls , but understandable given what ’ s happening .
We will of course be out and about as much as possible to serve our communities and do our part to stop the spread of the virus through positive engagement and where appropriate , enforcement .
So please , remember the guidelines .
It ’ s business as usual with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cold Mornings , coming soon .
It ’ s a timely reminder to everyone to leave a light on in the evening and not to leave their car running in the mornings to defrost whilst they ’ re indoors getting ready to go out .
You ’ d be surprised how many people do it - don ’ t give criminals a chance !
While in lockdown , it ’ s really important that we look out for one another .
Take time to make a call , message or contact friends , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ welfare and emotional wellbeing .
It ’ s particularly hard for those living on their own , in self-isolation and the vulnerable and elderly .
But there is help out there .
Worcestershire County Council has the Here2Help campaign set up to assist .
You can visit the website worcestershire.gov.uk/here2help or call on 01905 768053 .
There ’ s lots of advice for those in need of help , such as mental health advice , self-isolation support payment , working from home , parental advice and more - well worth a visit .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ month the team were involved in national campaigns targeting online romance fraud , hate crime awareness , metal theft and the use of a vehicle with no insurance .
We ’ ve also launched a rural farm watch which we ’ re trialling in the Chaddesley Corbett area .
This has come off the back of theft of plant , farm machinery and livestock and also takes in lamping .
Apart from the poaching aspect , farmers ’ fields are being destroyed by criminals driving over them .
So far , the feedback @ @ @ @ @ @ @ positive and I hope this will allow us to grow it and launch it across other parts of the district .
It ’ s important our farming community don ’ t feel isolated when it comes to crime .
We ’ re giving them forensic marking and have set up a community message group to share information .
To me , they ’ re just as much key workers as myself and my colleagues and are out there working long hours to put food onto our tables .
Until the next time , @ @ @

Sadly, but rightly, the normal celebrations we’d enjoy for bonfire night were cancelled. The second phase of lockdown brings restrictions to our lives once again.
As we know, it’s not just the pubs, restaurants and gyms affected, but sports clubs too. This is a particular shame for all our children that enjoy sporting activities, which play such a big part in their lives and upbringing.
Whilst the England Rugby team can celebrate winning the Six Nations, grass roots rugby has been kicked into touch (forgive the pun!). A shame for all the youngsters around our district that love chasing egg shaped balls, but understandable given what’s happening.
We will of course be out and about as much as possible to serve our communities and do our part to stop the spread of the virus through positive engagement and where appropriate, enforcement.
So please, remember the guidelines. It’s business as usual with our autumn campaigns, Light Up and Cold Mornings, coming soon.
It’s a timely reminder to everyone to leave a light on in the evening and not to leave their car running in the mornings to defrost whilst they’re indoors getting ready to go out. You’d be surprised how many people do it - don’t give criminals a chance!
While in lockdown, it’s really important that we look out for one another. Take time to make a call, message or contact friends, family and neighbours to check on their welfare and emotional wellbeing.
It’s particularly hard for those living on their own, in self-isolation and the vulnerable and elderly.
But there is help out there. Worcestershire County Council has the Here2Help campaign set up to assist. You can visit the website worcestershire.gov.uk/here2help or call on 01905 768053.
There’s lots of advice for those in need of help, such as mental health advice, self-isolation support payment, working from home, parental advice and more - well worth a visit.
By way of an update, last month the team were involved in national campaigns targeting online romance fraud, hate crime awareness, metal theft and the use of a vehicle with no insurance.
We’ve also launched a rural farm watch which we’re trialling in the Chaddesley Corbett area. This has come off the back of theft of plant, farm machinery and livestock and also takes in lamping.
Apart from the poaching aspect, farmers’ fields are being destroyed by criminals driving over them.
So far, the feedback from the farming community has been really positive and I hope this will allow us to grow it and launch it across other parts of the district.
It’s important our farming community don’t feel isolated when it comes to crime. We’re giving them forensic marking and have set up a community message group to share information.
To me, they’re just as much key workers as myself and my colleagues and are out there working long hours to put food onto our tables.
Until the next time, keep safe.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-10--Worcestershire hospitals in need of lockdown NHS volunteers

MORE NHS heroes are needed to help tackle the second wave of coronavirus , says the trust which runs the county 's hospitals .
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Trust is calling for volunteers at Worcestershire Royal Hospital as well as the Alexandra Hospital in Redditch and Kidderminster Hospital .
Scores of people across the county became voluntary NHS heroes during the first wave of Covid-19 in the spring , and now more helpers are needed during this second lockdown and for the tough winter ahead .
County residents who can spare a little time to help with activities that will provide @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their families are needed .
They need volunteers to help with patient delivery services , supporting family and friends who want to deliver something to their loved ones in hospital .
This service is designed to support patients and patient ’ s families whilst compassionate visiting is in place .
Helpers are also need for wayfinding - to help people coming into the hospital by giving them directions and answering any queries they may have .
Anna Sterckx , the trust ’ s head of patient care and public engagement , said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ magnificent job in working to put patients first through one of the most challenging periods in the history of the NHS , supported by of our fantastic volunteers .
“ We welcome all support from our local community , including from people who can offer a few hours a day or week.
” Anyone wanting to volunteer needs to be fit and healthy , over 18 , and not showing coronavirus symptoms .
Volunteers would be subject to an enhanced DBS check and successful occupational health clearance .
To volunteer , visit worcsacute.nhs.uk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tab , or see the full job description here .
Alternatively , call the volunteer team on 01905 733 159 .
People can also sign up to the NHS Volunteer Responder scheme to receive tasks through an alert , by visiting goodsamapp.org/NHS .
When the target number of volunteers for an area is reached , applications close - but people are still able to sign up , and the NHS will notify them first when the area needs volunteers again .

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Trust is calling for volunteers at Worcestershire Royal Hospital as well as the Alexandra Hospital in Redditch and Kidderminster Hospital.
Scores of people across the county became voluntary NHS heroes during the first wave of Covid-19 in the spring, and now more helpers are needed during this second lockdown and for the tough winter ahead.
County residents who can spare a little time to help with activities that will provide additional comfort and support to patients and their families are needed.
They need volunteers to help with patient delivery services, supporting family and friends who want to deliver something to their loved ones in hospital. This service is designed to support patients and patient’s families whilst compassionate visiting is in place.
Helpers are also need for wayfinding - to help people coming into the hospital by giving them directions and answering any queries they may have.
Anna Sterckx, the trust’s head of patient care and public engagement, said: “Our hospital staff are doing a magnificent job in working to put patients first through one of the most challenging periods in the history of the NHS, supported by of our fantastic volunteers.
“We welcome all support from our local community, including from people who can offer a few hours a day or week.”
Anyone wanting to volunteer needs to be fit and healthy, over 18, and not showing coronavirus symptoms.
Volunteers would be subject to an enhanced DBS check and successful occupational health clearance.
To volunteer, visit worcsacute.nhs.uk and click on the Help Our Hospitals tab, or see the full job description here. Alternatively, call the volunteer team on 01905 733 159.
People can also sign up to the NHS Volunteer Responder scheme to receive tasks through an alert, by visiting goodsamapp.org/NHS.
When the target number of volunteers for an area is reached, applications close - but people are still able to sign up, and the NHS will notify them first when the area needs volunteers again.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-10--Everything you need to know about the Covid vaccine

Here is everything you need to know about the coronavirus vaccine including when it will really be available , who will be prioritised and where to get it from .
The coronavirus vaccine developed by Pfizer could be rolled out across the UK by Christmas after initial trials of the drug were successful .
However , Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that although the initial results suggested 90 per-cent effectiveness it is still “ very , very early days ” .
The news has been welcomed across the UK , coming with England less than a week into Lockdown 2.0 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ firebreak lockdown on Monday .
Scientists have hailed the vaccine as a break-through while stock markets rallied around the company with the FTSE 100 jumping more than 5.5 per-cent .
How does it work ?
The experimental vaccine is in the final stages of testing and involves injecting the patient with part of the virus ’ s genetic code in order to train your immune system .
Two doses are needed three weeks apart and the trials from six countries show that a 90 per-cent protection rate has been achieved seven days after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine does not indicate how long immunity lasts , but suggests protection is achieved 28 days after vaccination .
When will it be available ?
Deputy chief medical officer Professor Jonathan Van-Tam told a Downing Street press conference he was “ hopeful ” there would be “ some vaccine by Christmas ” .
He said : “ Frankly , we ’ re in the middle of the second wave , and I don ’ t see the vaccine making any difference for the wave we are now in .
“ I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ future waves , but this one we have to battle through to the end without a vaccine .
“ This is a very important scientific breakthrough .
I am certain of that .
“ I am hopeful because of all that , but not yet certain that we could begin to see some vaccine by Christmas.
” Pfizer believes there will be 5 million doses available by the end of the year , with 1.3billion by next year .
The UK has already ordered 40 million doses which is about enough for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Johnson said it would be a mistake to “ slacken our resolve at such a critical moment ” .
Government figures show 49,238 people have died in the UK within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 and the number of cases has reached 1,213,363 .
Other experts have said that should a vaccine become available early next year , it may take more than a year for everyone in the UK to be immunised against Covid-19 .
Where will we go to get the jab ?
Dr Richard Vautrey , chairman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ GP committee in England said practices would “ stand ready ” to deliver the vaccine , with clinics potentially running from 8am-8pm , seven days a week .
Who will be prioritised ?
Elderly and healthcare workers could be among the first in line to get the ground-breaking vaccine .
The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation ( JCVI ) said care home residents and staff were among those who should be given the jab first .
The prioritisation for other people is linked to their age and risk .
The committee examined @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from coronavirus and who is at highest risk of death .
The interim guidance says the order of priority should be : • All those aged 80 and over and health and social care workers , though they may move up the list Anyone 75 years of age and over • All those aged 65 and over • All those aged 60 and over • All those 55 and over • All those aged 50 and over • The rest of the population , with priority yet to be determined .
But the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ considered definitive ” as more data is still being collected on at-risk groups .
What are the risks ?
Government figures show 49,238 people have died in the UK within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 and the number of cases has reached 1,213,363 .
Mr Johnson said : “ The Pfizer/BioNTech Vaccine has been tested on over 40,000 volunteers and interim results suggest it is proving 90 % effective at protecting people against the virus .
“ But we haven ’ t yet seen the full safety data , and these @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ So we have cleared one significant hurdle but there are several more to go before we know the vaccine can be used .
”

The coronavirus vaccine developed by Pfizer could be rolled out across the UK by Christmas after initial trials of the drug were successful.
However, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that although the initial results suggested 90 per-cent effectiveness it is still “very, very early days”.
The news has been welcomed across the UK, coming with England less than a week into Lockdown 2.0, while Wales eased up from a firebreak lockdown on Monday.
Scientists have hailed the vaccine as a break-through while stock markets rallied around the company with the FTSE 100 jumping more than 5.5 per-cent.
How does it work?
The experimental vaccine is in the final stages of testing and involves injecting the patient with part of the virus’s genetic code in order to train your immune system.
Two doses are needed three weeks apart and the trials from six countries show that a 90 per-cent protection rate has been achieved seven days after the first jab.
Data released about the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine does not indicate how long immunity lasts, but suggests protection is achieved 28 days after vaccination.
When will it be available?
Deputy chief medical officer Professor Jonathan Van-Tam told a Downing Street press conference he was “hopeful” there would be “some vaccine by Christmas”.
He said: “Frankly, we’re in the middle of the second wave, and I don’t see the vaccine making any difference for the wave we are now in.
“I’m hopeful that it may prevent future waves, but this one we have to battle through to the end without a vaccine.
“This is a very important scientific breakthrough. I am certain of that.
“I am hopeful because of all that, but not yet certain that we could begin to see some vaccine by Christmas.”
Pfizer believes there will be 5 million doses available by the end of the year, with 1.3billion by next year.
The UK has already ordered 40 million doses which is about enough for a third of the UK population.
But Mr Johnson said it would be a mistake to “slacken our resolve at such a critical moment”.
Government figures show 49,238 people have died in the UK within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 and the number of cases has reached 1,213,363.
Other experts have said that should a vaccine become available early next year, it may take more than a year for everyone in the UK to be immunised against Covid-19.
Where will we go to get the jab?
Dr Richard Vautrey, chairman of the British Medical Association’s GP committee in England said practices would “stand ready” to deliver the vaccine, with clinics potentially running from 8am-8pm, seven days a week.
Who will be prioritised?
Elderly and healthcare workers could be among the first in line to get the ground-breaking vaccine.
The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) said care home residents and staff were among those who should be given the jab first.
The prioritisation for other people is linked to their age and risk.
The committee examined data on who suffers the worst outcomes from coronavirus and who is at highest risk of death.
The interim guidance says the order of priority should be:
Older adults in a care home and care home workers
• All those aged 80 and over and health and social care workers, though they may move up the list
Anyone 75 years of age and over
• People aged 70 and over
• All those aged 65 and over
• High-risk adults under 65 years of age
• Moderate-risk adults under 65 years of age
• All those aged 60 and over
• All those 55 and over
• All those aged 50 and over
• The rest of the population, with priority yet to be determined.
But the JCVI stressed this list was “not considered definitive” as more data is still being collected on at-risk groups.
What are the risks?
Government figures show 49,238 people have died in the UK within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 and the number of cases has reached 1,213,363.
Mr Johnson said: “The Pfizer/BioNTech Vaccine has been tested on over 40,000 volunteers and interim results suggest it is proving 90% effective at protecting people against the virus.
“But we haven’t yet seen the full safety data, and these findings also need to be peer-reviewed.
“So we have cleared one significant hurdle but there are several more to go before we know the vaccine can be used.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-10--Kidderminster postman to take on 10k Santa Fun Run every day for KEMP

A DAREDEVIL postman from Kidderminster has pledged to complete KEMP Hospice 's 10k Santa Fun Run - not once but 25 times - throughout the month of December .
Shaun Marshall will attempt to run 10 kilometres every single day leading up to Christmas - all while dressed as Santa - in an effort to raise money for his favourite charity .
The unrelenting postie wowed readers back in July after he ran 44.25 miles up and down the infamously-steep Sion Hill in Kidderminster , raising thousands of pounds in the process for KEMP .
Shaun will be joined by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on day six of his Christmas challenge and is hoping to raise £5,000 to help KEMP recover some of the money it lost due to cancelled fundraising activities during the pandemic .
He said : `` I am so honoured to be supporting Ruth with her challenge .
Everyone has their mountains and the feeling of exhalation you get when you have done it is amazing .
I look forward to sharing this with her !
`` Charity begins at home and so supporting KEMP again was the obvious choice .
KEMP is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we would be gutted if it went away.
” Ruth has supported KEMP 's annual Santa Fun Run for several years as a back-walker , and had some inspiring words for people who may not have considered running before .
She said : `` I signed up for Couch to 10k at the start of lockdown and wanted to keep it going .
I knew that if I pledged to help a charity , I would continue .
`` It had to be KEMP , being a fab local cause and so close @ @ @ @ @ @ @ started training , I couldn ’ t run - not even for a minute , and now I run three times a week , building up each time , and completed my first 10k this Sunday !
” The annual winter fundraiser has attracted hundreds of runners for over a decade and usually takes place on the first Sunday in December at Brinton Park .
However this year , due to social distancing rules , the Santa Fun Run will be a virtual event , with participants encouraged to take part in their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which is sponsored by Blisstech Solutions and Wyre Business Consultants , will see Father Christmases running , walking or cycling their own fundraisers in a location of their choice .
Everyone who signs up will still get a much-coveted Santa suit too , and fundraisers who smash the £50 target will receive a special limited-edition KEMP Virtual Santa Fun Run t-shirt .
Fundraiser and event organiser Coralie Hudson explained why this year 's event is more important than ever .
She said : “ With our shops needing to close , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ income and we anticipate a deficit of at least £40,000 this month .
`` Signing up to take part in our Virtual Santa Fun Run will make a big difference in ensuring that we can continue to provide that vital care and support to people in our community who our help the most .
“ We hope that Shaun and Ruth ’ s amazing pledges will inspire others to sign up to our virtual event .
`` Every year Shaun amazes us and it is so wonderful to see Ruth take on her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has also generously offered to support others who sign up to KEMP ’ s Virtual Santa Fun Run by completing the 10k course alongside them on one of his December runs .
Anyone wishing to run alongside Shaun should contact KEMP 's fundraising team on 01562 756066 .
Early bird prices of £12 per adult and £8 per child have been extended until Saturday , November 15 - normally £15 an adult and £10 a child - with special promo code VSFR20 .
People can sign-up to take part online at kemphospice.org.uk/virtualsantafunrun or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ justgiving.com/fundraising/shaun-marshall14 .

Shaun Marshall will attempt to run 10 kilometres every single day leading up to Christmas - all while dressed as Santa - in an effort to raise money for his favourite charity.
The unrelenting postie wowed readers back in July after he ran 44.25 miles up and down the infamously-steep Sion Hill in Kidderminster, raising thousands of pounds in the process for KEMP.
Shaun will be joined by friend and fellow KEMP supporter Ruth Mayall on day six of his Christmas challenge and is hoping to raise £5,000 to help KEMP recover some of the money it lost due to cancelled fundraising activities during the pandemic.
He said: "I am so honoured to be supporting Ruth with her challenge. Everyone has their mountains and the feeling of exhalation you get when you have done it is amazing. I look forward to sharing this with her!
"Charity begins at home and so supporting KEMP again was the obvious choice. KEMP is our area’s charity, and we would be gutted if it went away.”
Ruth has supported KEMP's annual Santa Fun Run for several years as a back-walker, and had some inspiring words for people who may not have considered running before.
She said: "I signed up for Couch to 10k at the start of lockdown and wanted to keep it going. I knew that if I pledged to help a charity, I would continue.
"It had to be KEMP, being a fab local cause and so close to my heart.
"Before I started training, I couldn’t run - not even for a minute, and now I run three times a week, building up each time, and completed my first 10k this Sunday!”
The annual winter fundraiser has attracted hundreds of runners for over a decade and usually takes place on the first Sunday in December at Brinton Park.
However this year, due to social distancing rules, the Santa Fun Run will be a virtual event, with participants encouraged to take part in their own time throughout December.
The event, which is sponsored by Blisstech Solutions and Wyre Business Consultants, will see Father Christmases running, walking or cycling their own fundraisers in a location of their choice.
Everyone who signs up will still get a much-coveted Santa suit too, and fundraisers who smash the £50 target will receive a special limited-edition KEMP Virtual Santa Fun Run t-shirt.
Fundraiser and event organiser Coralie Hudson explained why this year's event is more important than ever.
She said: “With our shops needing to close, it has been another huge hit for our income and we anticipate a deficit of at least £40,000 this month.
"Signing up to take part in our Virtual Santa Fun Run will make a big difference in ensuring that we can continue to provide that vital care and support to people in our community who our help the most.
“We hope that Shaun and Ruth’s amazing pledges will inspire others to sign up to our virtual event.
"Every year Shaun amazes us and it is so wonderful to see Ruth take on her own challenge with his support.”
Shaun has also generously offered to support others who sign up to KEMP’s Virtual Santa Fun Run by completing the 10k course alongside them on one of his December runs.
Anyone wishing to run alongside Shaun should contact KEMP's fundraising team on 01562 756066.
Early bird prices of £12 per adult and £8 per child have been extended until Saturday, November 15 - normally £15 an adult and £10 a child - with special promo code VSFR20.
People can sign-up to take part online at kemphospice.org.uk/virtualsantafunrun or donate towards Shaun's fundraising challenge at justgiving.com/fundraising/shaun-marshall14.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-10--Wyre Forest drug gang's sentence 'sends clear message' to criminals

POLICE say a County Lines operation which put 10 men behind bars stopped a large-scale Class A drugs network from developing in Wyre Forest .
The Shuttle reported last week when Artouros Kotsinian , from Smethwick , was jailed for conspiring to supply crack cocaine and heroin to the district after being extradited from Cyprus .
On September 17 , Kotsinian was also charged with two counts of possessing a knife blade in a public place and on November 2 , he pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 39 months in prison at Worcester Crown Court .
It followed an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ men were sentenced for their roles in County Lines drug dealing in the Wyre Forest area .
Police were able to locate Kotsinian who had fled the country and return him to the UK where he was charged .
Detective Inspector Martin Brown said : “ This was a lengthy investigation led by the North Worcestershire Integrated Offender Management ( IOM ) Team which saw officers carry out a series of proactive interventions where seizures and arrests were made .
“ A number of these incidents were aggravated through dangerous driving , offenders @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being caused to police vehicles as well as the recovery of knives from offenders ’ vehicles .
`` A significant seizure of class A drugs was also made , preventing a possible large-scale county lines supply developing within our county .
“ A further prison term for this gang sends a clear message we will hunt down those responsible wherever they may be for exploiting our young and vulnerable people .
`` We will pursue you and we will extradite you if you flee the country and bring you back to face justice.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ necessary to disrupt organised crime networks and break County Lines ruining lives.
” Detective Inspector Brown added : “ I would like to remind young people concerned about County Lines who do not wish to talk to police there are other options available .
`` Information can be passed anonymously to Fearless , an organisation dedicated to young people which has a host of information and advice . ''
Concerns over County Lines drug dealing can be reported online here .
Crimes can also be reported at the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 @ @ @ @ @ @ @

The Shuttle reported last week when Artouros Kotsinian, from Smethwick, was jailed for conspiring to supply crack cocaine and heroin to the district after being extradited from Cyprus.
On September 17, Kotsinian was also charged with two counts of possessing a knife blade in a public place and on November 2, he pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 39 months in prison at Worcester Crown Court.
It followed an investigation in 2018 in which another nine men were sentenced for their roles in County Lines drug dealing in the Wyre Forest area.
Police were able to locate Kotsinian who had fled the country and return him to the UK where he was charged.
Detective Inspector Martin Brown said: “This was a lengthy investigation led by the North Worcestershire Integrated Offender Management (IOM) Team which saw officers carry out a series of proactive interventions where seizures and arrests were made.
“A number of these incidents were aggravated through dangerous driving, offenders failing to stop for police, damage being caused to police vehicles as well as the recovery of knives from offenders’ vehicles.
"A significant seizure of class A drugs was also made, preventing a possible large-scale county lines supply developing within our county.
“A further prison term for this gang sends a clear message we will hunt down those responsible wherever they may be for exploiting our young and vulnerable people.
"We will pursue you and we will extradite you if you flee the country and bring you back to face justice.”
“We will do whatever is necessary to disrupt organised crime networks and break County Lines ruining lives.”
Detective Inspector Brown added: “I would like to remind young people concerned about County Lines who do not wish to talk to police there are other options available.
"Information can be passed anonymously to Fearless, an organisation dedicated to young people which has a host of information and advice."
Concerns over County Lines drug dealing can be reported online here.
Crimes can also be reported at the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-10--Map of Wyre Forest coronavirus hotspots as infection rate rises

THE area of Wolverley , Cookley and Blakedown has the most coronavirus cases in Wyre Forest , followed by Comberton , according to the latest figures .
In the seven days up to November 5 - the latest data available from Public Heath England , Wyre Forest 's infection rate increased again to 262.2 , with a total of 266 confirmed cases .
This compares to a rate of 164.9 and 167 confirmed cases in the seven days up to October 29 - before the nationwide lockdown .
It means Wyre Forest now has the second highest infection rate in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more localised areas of Wyre Forest , which cover the seven days up to November 4 , show which parts of the district have the most confirmed cases .
On the Public Health England map , areas in purple have the highest seven-day rolling infection rates , followed by areas in dark blue , then light blue , dark green , light green and yellow .
• Wolverley , Cookley and Blakedown - 40 cases ( an increase of 22 on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 439.3 • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 12 on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 355.5 • Bewdley East and Upper Arley - 23 cases ( an increase of 18 on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 336.6 • Stourport Mitton and Wilden - 22 cases ( an increase of nine on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 277.4 • Hartlebury and Wychbold - 21 cases ( an increase of two on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 263 • Kidderminster Town - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 234.1 • Stourport Lickhill and Burlish - 20 cases ( an increase of one on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 285.1 • Greenhill - 17 cases ( an increase of 10 on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 242.5 • Habberley - 17 cases ( an increase of seven on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 259.5 • Spennells and Hoobrook - 16 cases ( an increase of 11 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an infection rate of 249.3 • Foley Park - 14 cases ( an increase of seven on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 184.7 • Birchen Coppice - 13 cases ( an increase of six on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 214.1 • Stourport Areley Kings - 13 cases ( an increase of five on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 222 • Bewdley West , Ribbesford and Far Forest - 11 cases ( an increase of one on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rate of 155.9 • Franche - 10 cases ( an increase of two on the previous week ) , and an infection rate of 145.3 Elsewhere in Worcestershire , for the seven days up to November 5 , Redditch had an infection rate of 295.6 , with 252 positive coronavirus cases .
This compares to a rate of 190 in the week up to October 29 , and 162 cases .
Worcester 's infection rate was 216.3 with 219 cases , compared to a rate of 150.2 and 152 cases a week earlier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with 210 cases , compared to an infection rate of 199.2 and 199 cases in the previous week .
Wychavon 's infection rate was 163 with 211 cases .
A week earlier , its rate was 124.4 with 161 cases .
Malvern had an infection rate of 118.2 with 93 cases , compared to 104.2 with 82 positive cases the week before .
In comparison , Birmingham had an infection rate of 325.1 and 3,712 confirmed cases , compared to a rate of 273.9 and 3,128 cases the previous week .
A majority @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 315 - have seen a rise in case rates .
The figures are based on tests carried out in laboratories and in the wider community .
The rate is expressed as the number of new cases per 100,000 people .
Data for the most recent five days has been excluded as it is incomplete and does not reflect the true number of cases .

In the seven days up to November 5 - the latest data available from Public Heath England, Wyre Forest's infection rate increased again to 262.2, with a total of 266 confirmed cases.
This compares to a rate of 164.9 and 167 confirmed cases in the seven days up to October 29 - before the nationwide lockdown.
It means Wyre Forest now has the second highest infection rate in Worcestershire, after Redditch.
Figures for more localised areas of Wyre Forest, which cover the seven days up to November 4, show which parts of the district have the most confirmed cases.
On the Public Health England map, areas in purple have the highest seven-day rolling infection rates, followed by areas in dark blue, then light blue, dark green, light green and yellow.
Wolverley, Cookley and Blakedown - 40 cases (an increase of 22 on the previous week), and an infection rate of 439.3 Comberton - 30 cases (an increase of 12 on the previous week), and an infection rate of 355.5 Bewdley East and Upper Arley - 23 cases (an increase of 18 on the previous week), and an infection rate of 336.6 Stourport Mitton and Wilden - 22 cases (an increase of nine on the previous week), and an infection rate of 277.4 Hartlebury and Wychbold - 21 cases (an increase of two on the previous week), and an infection rate of 263 Kidderminster Town - 20 cases (an increase of 13 on the previous week), and an infection rate of 234.1 Stourport Lickhill and Burlish - 20 cases (an increase of one on the previous week), and an infection rate of 285.1 Greenhill - 17 cases (an increase of 10 on the previous week), and an infection rate of 242.5 Habberley - 17 cases (an increase of seven on the previous week), and an infection rate of 259.5 Spennells and Hoobrook - 16 cases (an increase of 11 on the previous week), and an infection rate of 249.3 Foley Park - 14 cases (an increase of seven on the previous week), and an infection rate of 184.7 Birchen Coppice - 13 cases (an increase of six on the previous week), and an infection rate of 214.1 Stourport Areley Kings - 13 cases (an increase of five on the previous week), and an infection rate of 222 Bewdley West, Ribbesford and Far Forest - 11 cases (an increase of one on the previous week), and an infection rate of 155.9 Franche - 10 cases (an increase of two on the previous week), and an infection rate of 145.3
Elsewhere in Worcestershire, for the seven days up to November 5, Redditch had an infection rate of 295.6, with 252 positive coronavirus cases. This compares to a rate of 190 in the week up to October 29, and 162 cases.
Worcester's infection rate was 216.3 with 219 cases, compared to a rate of 150.2 and 152 cases a week earlier.
Bromsgrove had a rate of 210.3 with 210 cases, compared to an infection rate of 199.2 and 199 cases in the previous week.
Wychavon's infection rate was 163 with 211 cases. A week earlier, its rate was 124.4 with 161 cases.
Malvern had an infection rate of 118.2 with 93 cases, compared to 104.2 with 82 positive cases the week before.
In comparison, Birmingham had an infection rate of 325.1 and 3,712 confirmed cases, compared to a rate of 273.9 and 3,128 cases the previous week.
A majority of areas in England - 210 out of 315 - have seen a rise in case rates.
The figures are based on tests carried out in laboratories and in the wider community. The rate is expressed as the number of new cases per 100,000 people.
Data for the most recent five days has been excluded as it is incomplete and does not reflect the true number of cases.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-10--The Elf of the Shelf returns for 15th year

Celebrating its 15-year anniversary the Elf on the Shelf will be returning to homes across the nation this Christmas .
Festivities can finally get going as Santa ’ s official Scout Elves cheekily visit homes to spread mischief and cheer - luckily there are no travel restrictions being imposed on the North Pole helpers .
Nothing short of a phenomenon , the Elf on the Shelf has become children ’ s third favourite Christmas tradition , behind advent calendars and leaving milk and biscuits for Santa .
More than 14.5+ million The Elf on the Shelf Scout Elves have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ million Scout Elves adopted in the UK alone .
This year Santa ’ s Store has been opened with a variety of new products on offer for 2020 including : The North Pole Advent Train , ( £24.95 ) this advent calendar is full of daily Christmas themed surprises .
The Elf on the Shelf ’ s Night Before Christmas ( £11.99 ) is a retelling of the beloved classic .
For great stocking fillers , customers can purchase the new Merry Minis for £2.99 .
This mystery blind bag contains an adorable @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the Secret SnoPrize ( £5.99 ) , a novelty globe that fills with snow to reveal a mini figure hidden inside .
For more information or to shop at Santa ’ s Store please visit the website .

Festivities can finally get going as Santa’s official Scout Elves cheekily visit homes to spread mischief and cheer - luckily there are no travel restrictions being imposed on the North Pole helpers.
Nothing short of a phenomenon, the Elf on the Shelf has become children’s third favourite Christmas tradition, behind advent calendars and leaving milk and biscuits for Santa.
More than 14.5+ million The Elf on the Shelf Scout Elves have been adopted worldwide, with over half a million Scout Elves adopted in the UK alone.
This year Santa’s Store has been opened with a variety of new products on offer for 2020 including:
The North Pole Advent Train, (£24.95) this advent calendar is full of daily Christmas themed surprises.
The Elf on the Shelf’s Night Before Christmas( £11.99) is a retelling of the beloved classic.
For great stocking fillers, customers can purchase the new Merry Minis for £2.99. This mystery blind bag contains an adorable Scout Elf or Elf Pets mini figure and the Secret SnoPrize (£5.99), a novelty globe that fills with snow to reveal a mini figure hidden inside.
For more information or to shop at Santa’s Store please visit the website.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-10--16 best Christmas gifts under £25 - Great Christmas gift ideas on a budget

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When it comes to giving a good Christmas gift , it 's really the thought that counts .
In other words , you do n't have to spend too much to show someone you care about them .
There are plenty of popular and top-tested items for under £25 that people will love and use for years to come .
Here at Reviewed , we 've spent the entire year testing and sifting through products , so we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when it 's on the inexpensive side .
Below , you 'll find 16 Christmas gifts under £25 that will work for most people 's budget .
1 .
For the one who 's always asking for a charger : Anker PowerCore+ Mini We could all use a little juice now and then , so a portable charger makes a great gift for anyone .
Plus , you do n't have to spend too much on a great one .
Your giftee will love this one from Anker , which is lipstick size @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pocket and offers a full charge to their iPhone before needing to be recharged itself .
Get the Anker PowerCore+ Mini at Amazon for £14.99 2 .
For the one who 's working from home : iKross Mini USB Desktop Fan Now , that we 're working from home all the time , we 've been feeling the heat—literally .
The iKross Mini USB Desktop Fan is pretty small for a fan , but will still cool down your giftee who tends to overheat .
It wo n't crowd their desk and is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the iKross Mini USB Desktop Fan at Amazon for £7.99 3 .
For the one who needs to stay hydrated : Brita Filtering Water Bottle Whether your giftee is an athlete or just loves sweating it out at the gym , they should have the best water bottle to keep them hydrated .
We found the Brita Filtering Water Bottle to be portable , versatile , durable , and well-designed .
Get the Brita Filtering Water Bottle at Amazon for £13.28 4 .
For the one who likes their hair up : Invisibobble @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thick—the Invisibobble hair tie is ideal for all hair types , making it an ideal stocking stuffer for anyone on your holiday shopping list who 's rocking long hair .
The coiled hair ties are waterproof , wo n't break or damage most hair types , and , most importantly , do n't leave a crease behind like other hair ties might .
Get the Invisibobble Original Traceless Spiral Hair Ties at Amazon for £5.49 5 .
For the one who needs to relax : InnoGear Upgraded Diffuser Sweet and calming scents can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ holiday season—and they might appreciate an essential oil diffuser to do so .
This one from InnoGear is one of our favourite aromatherapy diffusers and can run relaxing scents like lavender and eucalyptus for up to 11 hours .
It 's not too expensive , which means you can throw in some essential oils for them as well .
Get the InnoGear Upgraded Diffuser at Amazon for £12.99 6 .
For the one who loves competition : Codenames If you haven ’ t heard of it yet , Codenames is about to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ night .
Codenames is a team-based word association game .
Gameplay is simple—one player gives their team a single word clue and the number of cards on the board that clue pertains to and then they must figure out which cards they could be .
It ’ s a simple , fun , and entertaining game that only gets better the more you know your teammates .
Get Codenames at Amazon for £15.99 7 .
For the one who prefers tea : Manatea Silicone Tea Infuser If your giftee likes to end their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then they need a good tea infuser .
The Manatea is not only adorable and punny , but it 's the best tea infuser we 've ever tested .
Even though it may look like a gag gift , it fits snugly on mugs and does n't let any leaves slip out , which they 'll enjoy while sipping their favourite loose leaf tea .
Get the Fred & Friends Manatea Silicone Tea Infuser at Amazon for £14.99 8 .
For the one who drops their phone : Popsocket Popsockets are the perfect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in or out to create an easy carrying handle or stand .
This makes talking on the phone , FaceTiming , taking photos , watching YouTube , and anything else you might need your phone for much easier .
Each one is swappable , so you can get a bunch of different tops to mix and match .
Get the PopSockets PopGrip at Amazon for £11.99 9 .
For the one with cold hands : Harrms Touchscreen Gloves If your giftee loves texting but hates exposing their digits in the winter , then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
These ones from Harrms happen to be the best touchscreen gloves we tested at Reviewed .
Not only are they super warm , but all 10 fingers are touchscreen compatible and we had no issues using our phones with them .
Get the Harrms Touchscreen Leather Knitted Cuff Gloves at Amazon for £24.99 The VonChef 3-in-1 Egg Cooker is perfect for anyone who has difficulty cooking eggs or claims they do n't have enough time to make breakfast—even while they 're working from home .
This egg cooker makes breakfast a cinch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scramble , and poach—all in one machine .
Get the VonShef 3 in 1 Egg Cooker at Amazon for £16.99 11 .
For the one who can never find their keys : Tile Mate If your recipient is always late because they ca n't find their keys , get them the Tile Mate so they can finally put an end to their forgetfulness .
The Tile Mate is so popular because it easily attaches to their most commonly forgotten items .
The next time they lose their keys , they can just use @ @ @ @ @ @ @ quickly find them to actually meet you on time .
Get the Tile Mate at Amazon for £19.99 12 .
For the one who loves selfies : Diyife Selfie Light Ring Whether they 've been mastering TikTok dances or are always trying to find the best lighting for their photos , a ring light will ensure they always have the perfect lighting for selfies .
With three light settings , this one from Diyife can brighten up self-portraits taken at night or in a dark room .
The light is rechargeable , simply @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and is small enough to carry in a backpack , purse , or pocket .
Get the Diyife Selfie Light Ring at Amazon for £6.99 Though we 're not travelling as much , any chronic over-packer would still appreciate a luggage scale , and the Dr Meter Digital Luggage Scale is the best one we 've ever tested .
To use it , simply turn it on , attach it to the handle of your luggage , and lift .
Since it only weighs about 3 ounces , you ’ ll never @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you need it .
And , unlike your scale at home , it will accurately measure all weight within a few decimal places .
Get the Dr Meter Digital Luggage Scale at Amazon for £7.99 Matte lipsticks are all the rage for glam girls but Reviewed found that you do n't have to break the bank to rock the style .
If your giftee loves makeup , the Wet-n-Wild Liquid Catsuit Lipstick held up as the best in our testing and is under $ 5 to boot .
We tested the bargain brand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ smooth lip colour that comfortably lasts all day .
Get the Wet-n-Wild Liquid Catsuit Lipstick at Amazon for £9.49 15 .
For the one who loves makeup : Milani Highly Rated Volume Mascara You do n't have to spend too much to give your recipient the gift of great lashes .
The Milani Highly Rated Volume Mascara costs less than $ 10 and is the best drugstore mascara we 've ever tested .
It gives incredible length and volume for a fraction of the cost of high-end brands .
Get the Milani Highly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £14.73 16 .
For the one who goes on long drives : Aukey Dual Port Quick Car Charger If your giftee loves road trips ( and uses their phone 's navigation to do so ) , then they need a car charger .
Aukey 's car charger can charge two devices at the same time and claims to do so up to four times faster than a normal charger .
It 's compatible with iOS phones and tablets , as well as certain Android device models .
Get the Aukey Dual Port Quick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ product experts at Reviewed have all your shopping needs covered .
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When it comes to giving a good Christmas gift, it's really the thought that counts. In other words, you don't have to spend too much to show someone you care about them. There are plenty of popular and top-tested items for under £25 that people will love and use for years to come.
Here at Reviewed, we've spent the entire year testing and sifting through products, so we know when something is worthwhile, even when it's on the inexpensive side. Below, you'll find 16 Christmas gifts under £25 that will work for most people's budget.
1. For the one who's always asking for a charger: Anker PowerCore+ Mini
Credit: Reviewed / Michael Desjardin
We could all use a little juice now and then, so a portable charger makes a great gift for anyone. Plus, you don't have to spend too much on a great one. Your giftee will love this one from Anker, which is lipstick size and can in a small purse or pocket and offers a full charge to their iPhone before needing to be recharged itself.
Get the Anker PowerCore+ Mini at Amazon for £14.99
2. For the one who's working from home: iKross Mini USB Desktop Fan
Credit: iKross
Now, that we're working from home all the time, we've been feeling the heat—literally. The iKross Mini USB Desktop Fan is pretty small for a fan, but will still cool down your giftee who tends to overheat. It won't crowd their desk and is easily powered via their laptop.
Get the iKross Mini USB Desktop Fan at Amazon for £7.99
3. For the one who needs to stay hydrated: Brita Filtering Water Bottle
Credit: Brita
Whether your giftee is an athlete or just loves sweating it out at the gym, they should have the best water bottle to keep them hydrated. We found the Brita Filtering Water Bottle to be portable, versatile, durable, and well-designed.
Get the Brita Filtering Water Bottle at Amazon for £13.28
4. For the one who likes their hair up: Invisibobble
Credit: Invisibobble
Straight, curly, thin, or thick—the Invisibobble hair tie is ideal for all hair types, making it an ideal stocking stuffer for anyone on your holiday shopping list who's rocking long hair. The coiled hair ties are waterproof, won't break or damage most hair types, and, most importantly, don't leave a crease behind like other hair ties might.
Get the Invisibobble Original Traceless Spiral Hair Ties at Amazon for £5.49
5. For the one who needs to relax: InnoGear Upgraded Diffuser
Credit: Reviewed / Jackson Ruckar
Sweet and calming scents can help your giftee relax after a stressful holiday season—and they might appreciate an essential oil diffuser to do so. This one from InnoGear is one of our favourite aromatherapy diffusers and can run relaxing scents like lavender and eucalyptus for up to 11 hours. It's not too expensive, which means you can throw in some essential oils for them as well.
Get the InnoGear Upgraded Diffuser at Amazon for £12.99
6. For the one who loves competition: Codenames
Credit: Czech Games Codenames
If you haven’t heard of it yet, Codenames is about to be your favourite go-to board game on game night. Codenames is a team-based word association game. Gameplay is simple—one player gives their team a single word clue and the number of cards on the board that clue pertains to and then they must figure out which cards they could be. It’s a simple, fun, and entertaining game that only gets better the more you know your teammates.
Get Codenames at Amazon for £15.99
7. For the one who prefers tea: Manatea Silicone Tea Infuser
Credit: Reviewed / Betsey Goldwasser
If your giftee likes to end their day cosied up with a cuppa, then they need a good tea infuser. The Manatea is not only adorable and punny, but it's the best tea infuser we've ever tested. Even though it may look like a gag gift, it fits snugly on mugs and doesn't let any leaves slip out, which they'll enjoy while sipping their favourite loose leaf tea.
Get the Fred & Friends Manatea Silicone Tea Infuser at Amazon for £14.99
8. For the one who drops their phone: Popsocket
Credit: Reviewed / Betsey Goldwasser
Popsockets are the perfect phone accessory as they can be popped in or out to create an easy carrying handle or stand. This makes talking on the phone, FaceTiming, taking photos, watching YouTube, and anything else you might need your phone for much easier. Each one is swappable, so you can get a bunch of different tops to mix and match.
Get the PopSockets PopGrip at Amazon for £11.99
9. For the one with cold hands: Harrms Touchscreen Gloves
Credit: Reviewed / Betsey Goldwasser
If your giftee loves texting but hates exposing their digits in the winter, then they need a pair of touchscreen gloves. These ones from Harrms happen to be the best touchscreen gloves we tested at Reviewed. Not only are they super warm, but all 10 fingers are touchscreen compatible and we had no issues using our phones with them.
Get the Harrms Touchscreen Leather Knitted Cuff Gloves at Amazon for £24.99
10. For the egg aficionado: VonShef Egg Cooker
Credit: VonChef
The VonChef 3-in-1 Egg Cooker is perfect for anyone who has difficulty cooking eggs or claims they don't have enough time to make breakfast—even while they're working from home. This egg cooker makes breakfast a cinch can soft boil, hard boil, scramble, and poach—all in one machine.
Get the VonShef 3 in 1 Egg Cooker at Amazon for £16.99
11. For the one who can never find their keys: Tile Mate
Credit: Tile
If your recipient is always late because they can't find their keys, get them the Tile Mate so they can finally put an end to their forgetfulness. The Tile Mate is so popular because it easily attaches to their most commonly forgotten items. The next time they lose their keys, they can just use an app to ping the Tile and quickly find them to actually meet you on time.
Get the Tile Mate at Amazon for £19.99
12. For the one who loves selfies: Diyife Selfie Light Ring
Credit: Diyife
Whether they've been mastering TikTok dances or are always trying to find the best lighting for their photos, a ring light will ensure they always have the perfect lighting for selfies. With three light settings, this one from Diyife can brighten up self-portraits taken at night or in a dark room. The light is rechargeable, simply clips to the top of a phone, and is small enough to carry in a backpack, purse, or pocket.
Get the Diyife Selfie Light Ring at Amazon for £6.99
13. For the jetsetter: Dr Meter Digital Luggage Scale
Credit: Reviewed / Seamus Bellamy
Though we're not travelling as much, any chronic over-packer would still appreciate a luggage scale, and the Dr Meter Digital Luggage Scale is the best one we've ever tested. To use it, simply turn it on, attach it to the handle of your luggage, and lift. Since it only weighs about 3 ounces, you’ll never even notice it in your bag until you need it. And, unlike your scale at home, it will accurately measure all weight within a few decimal places.
Get the Dr Meter Digital Luggage Scale at Amazon for £7.99
14. For the lipstick lover: Wet-n-Wild Liquid Catsuit Lipstick
Credit: Reviewed / Jackson Ruckar
Matte lipsticks are all the rage for glam girls but Reviewed found that you don't have to break the bank to rock the style. If your giftee loves makeup, the Wet-n-Wild Liquid Catsuit Lipstick held up as the best in our testing and is under $5 to boot. We tested the bargain brand out and found it to be a smooth lip colour that comfortably lasts all day.
Get the Wet-n-Wild Liquid Catsuit Lipstick at Amazon for £9.49
15. For the one who loves makeup: Milani Highly Rated Volume Mascara
Credit: Reviewed / Milani
You don't have to spend too much to give your recipient the gift of great lashes. The Milani Highly Rated Volume Mascara costs less than $10 and is the best drugstore mascara we've ever tested. It gives incredible length and volume for a fraction of the cost of high-end brands.
Get the Milani Highly Rated 10-in-1 Volume Mascara at Amazon for £14.73
16. For the one who goes on long drives: Aukey Dual Port Quick Car Charger
Credit: AUKEY / Getty / Rattankun Thongbun
If your giftee loves road trips (and uses their phone's navigation to do so), then they need a car charger. Aukey's car charger can charge two devices at the same time and claims to do so up to four times faster than a normal charger. It's compatible with iOS phones and tablets, as well as certain Android device models.
Get the Aukey Dual Port Quick Car Charger at Amazon for £10.99
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kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-11--Kidderminster Navy veteran falls silent to remember fallen comrades

PEOPLE across Wyre Forest fell silent at 11am to remember those who lost their lives at war .
Today marks Remembrance Day - also known as Armistice Day - and while the usual parades have had to be cancelled this year due to social distancing rules , families and community groups across Wyre Forest have found their own ways of paying respects to the fallen .
Kidderminster Merchant Navy veteran Bill Bennett , aged 94 , observed a two-minute silence outside his home on Sunday to honour his fallen comrades .
Merchant Navy veteran Bill Bennett , 94 , wears @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Remembrance Sunday .
Photo by PA He said : `` Almost 22,000 died in Normandy .
When you experience those kids ' dead bodies floating round you and the smell of cordite smoke and the ruddy noise was horrendous .
`` You can imagine 4,000 planes going over plus what - about 300 or 400 warship firing shells – day and night . ''
Bill worked on the England to France pipeline on Gold Beach around the time of the landings in the Second World War .
He also dealt with debris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which included clearing dead bodies .
Elsewhere in the district , small gatherings of representatives have laid wreaths on local war memorials , while others stood on their doorsteps to observe the two-minute silence .
Brother and sister Charlie , aged 8 , and Lily Jones , aged 5 , sold poppies from a stall they set up in their front garden .
Charlie and Lily Jones sold poppies in their front garden Mum Clare said : `` They sold out in 30 minutes and made an amazing £55.49p . ''
Members @ @ @ @ @ @ @ came up with an original idea to pay respect to Britain 's war dead by filming their own socially-distanced video tribute .
Young Scout leaders came up with the idea of filming members adding a poppy to a wreath and passing it on , while narrators give a speech on the history of Armistice Day .
Around 30 youngsters took part in the video , which has since been watched by hundreds of people on social media .
Parent and Scout group volunteer Leanne Baker said : `` On hearing that they wouldn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year , they couldn ’ t let Remembrance Day go by without doing something to remember the fallen .
`` They discussed the whole thing and raised some interesting points in their discussions .
`` The young leaders came up with the ideas , set up and filmed it all and recorded all the narrative .
The organisation on the night was brilliant , getting 30 scouts to do all this in one night was epic .
It shows in the result .
`` It was all done with social distancing in mind @ @ @ @ @ @ @ filming that makes it look like they were passing it on . ''
The 9th Wyre Forest Scouts have also raised over £100 for the Royal British Legion .
The knitted poppy memorial outside All Saints ' Church in Wribbenhall A Knit and Natter group in Bewdley created a thought-provoking display outside All Saints ' Church in Wribbenhall to mark Remembrance Day .
The memorial features two soldiers wading through a field of knitted poppies .
Children at Little Trinity Nursery in Kidderminster created their own poppy window masterpiece to thank the men @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Nursery children made their own colourful poppy pictures to create the display , and included a special purple poppy wreath to honour the horses , dogs and pigeons throughout history who have lost their lives while serving their country .
Gaynor Carter , nursery manager , said : `` Earlier this year , we looked at people working in the military , protecting our country and keeping us safe , extremely important as one of our children has a father in the military who was away on service over the summer .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ front of their Remembrance Day window display

Today marks Remembrance Day - also known as Armistice Day - and while the usual parades have had to be cancelled this year due to social distancing rules, families and community groups across Wyre Forest have found their own ways of paying respects to the fallen.
Kidderminster Merchant Navy veteran Bill Bennett, aged 94, observed a two-minute silence outside his home on Sunday to honour his fallen comrades.
Merchant Navy veteran Bill Bennett, 94, wears his medals at his home in Kidderminster on Remembrance Sunday. Photo by PA
He said: "Almost 22,000 died in Normandy. When you experience those kids' dead bodies floating round you and the smell of cordite smoke and the ruddy noise was horrendous.
"You can imagine 4,000 planes going over plus what - about 300 or 400 warship firing shells – day and night."
Bill worked on the England to France pipeline on Gold Beach around the time of the landings in the Second World War.
He also dealt with debris that made its way to the beach, which included clearing dead bodies.
Elsewhere in the district, small gatherings of representatives have laid wreaths on local war memorials, while others stood on their doorsteps to observe the two-minute silence.
Brother and sister Charlie, aged 8, and Lily Jones, aged 5, sold poppies from a stall they set up in their front garden.
Charlie and Lily Jones sold poppies in their front garden
Mum Clare said: "They sold out in 30 minutes and made an amazing £55.49p."
Members of the 9th Wyre Forest Scout Troop came up with an original idea to pay respect to Britain's war dead by filming their own socially-distanced video tribute.
Young Scout leaders came up with the idea of filming members adding a poppy to a wreath and passing it on, while narrators give a speech on the history of Armistice Day.
Around 30 youngsters took part in the video, which has since been watched by hundreds of people on social media.
Parent and Scout group volunteer Leanne Baker said: "On hearing that they wouldn’t be able to parade this year, they couldn’t let Remembrance Day go by without doing something to remember the fallen.
"They discussed the whole thing and raised some interesting points in their discussions.
"The young leaders came up with the ideas, set up and filmed it all and recorded all the narrative. The organisation on the night was brilliant, getting 30 scouts to do all this in one night was epic. It shows in the result.
"It was all done with social distancing in mind as well - it's just clever filming that makes it look like they were passing it on."
The 9th Wyre Forest Scouts have also raised over £100 for the Royal British Legion.
The knitted poppy memorial outside All Saints' Church in Wribbenhall
A Knit and Natter group in Bewdley created a thought-provoking display outside All Saints' Church in Wribbenhall to mark Remembrance Day.
The memorial features two soldiers wading through a field of knitted poppies.
Children at Little Trinity Nursery in Kidderminster created their own poppy window masterpiece to thank the men and women serving in the armed forces.
Nursery children made their own colourful poppy pictures to create the display, and included a special purple poppy wreath to honour the horses, dogs and pigeons throughout history who have lost their lives while serving their country.
Gaynor Carter, nursery manager, said: "Earlier this year, we looked at people working in the military, protecting our country and keeping us safe, extremely important as one of our children has a father in the military who was away on service over the summer."
Children at Little Trinity Nursery in front of their Remembrance Day window display


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-11--Night vision camera solves muddy mystery at Wolverley school

PUPILS in Wolverley have solved the mystery of some strange holes in the ground and odd footprints near their school .
The reception class at Heathfield Knoll School and First Steps Day Nursery set up a night vision camera in the hope of catching the culprits after discovering a series of muddy prints in their outdoor learning space .
Pupils were tasked with finding a hiding place in the forest area where the camera could n't be spotted .
The motion sensor camera was then set up each afternoon and checked the following morning for a whole week before the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mess .
Among the unexpected nighttime visitors caught on camera were foxes , muntjac deer , squirrels and birds .
Deer were among the unexpected nighttime visitors caught on camera The footage showed two deer entering the foster overnight , followed by a fox in the early hours of the morning .
Reception class teacher Sadie Evans said “ The children were so excited to watch the videos and were amazed what animals were living in our school forest .
`` The children loved the whole experience and we found out that it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ making a mess in their outdoor area.
” The class has since shared its forest camera footage with BBC Autumn watch .

The reception class at Heathfield Knoll School and First Steps Day Nursery set up a night vision camera in the hope of catching the culprits after discovering a series of muddy prints in their outdoor learning space.
Pupils were tasked with finding a hiding place in the forest area where the camera couldn't be spotted.
The motion sensor camera was then set up each afternoon and checked the following morning for a whole week before the class discovered what had been leaving the mess.
Among the unexpected nighttime visitors caught on camera were foxes, muntjac deer, squirrels and birds.
Deer were among the unexpected nighttime visitors caught on camera
The footage showed two deer entering the foster overnight, followed by a fox in the early hours of the morning.
Reception class teacher Sadie Evans said “The children were so excited to watch the videos and were amazed what animals were living in our school forest.
A fox caught on camera at Heathfield Knoll School
"The children loved the whole experience and we found out that it was the muntjac deer who had been making a mess in their outdoor area.”
The class has since shared its forest camera footage with BBC Autumn watch.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-11--More money to be provided to feed Worcestershire's hungry children during winter

MORE money will be provided to the county to help struggling families and vulnerable children during the winter .
Worcestershire County Council said it will be receiving around £1.6 million from the government 's Covid Winter Grant Scheme to support some of the hardest-hit and provide food for children who need it during school holidays .
The funding will be ring-fenced , with at least 80 per cent helping people with food and bills , and will cover the period to the end of March next year .
Councillor Marcus Hart , cabinet member for education and skills , said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Government announcement to make provision for free schools meals this Christmas .
`` Obviously , Worcestershire County Council will receive its share of the £170 million grant and we will ensure that no child goes hungry .
“ I also welcome the wider scheme right through next year up to Christmas 2021 .
`` This clearly demonstrates a compassionate Government and one that is prepared to listen . ''
The move by the government to provide extra money follows the campaign by Manchester United and England footballer Marcus Rashford to prevent children from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ free school meals throughout half term .
Dozens of city businesses stepped up by agreeing to feed children during half term last month .
The council supports the Ready , Steady , Worcestershire initiative which combines the efforts of a range of agencies and food banks that provide a community response to holiday hunger .
Anyone still in need of help should contact Here2Help Worcestershire through the county council 's website at www.worcestershire.gov.uk/here2help or by calling 01905 768053 .

Worcestershire County Council said it will be receiving around £1.6 million from the government's Covid Winter Grant Scheme to support some of the hardest-hit and provide food for children who need it during school holidays.
The funding will be ring-fenced, with at least 80 per cent helping people with food and bills, and will cover the period to the end of March next year.
Councillor Marcus Hart, cabinet member for education and skills, said: “I very much welcome the Government announcement to make provision for free schools meals this Christmas.
"Obviously, Worcestershire County Council will receive its share of the £170 million grant and we will ensure that no child goes hungry.
“I also welcome the wider scheme right through next year up to Christmas 2021.
"This clearly demonstrates a compassionate Government and one that is prepared to listen."
The move by the government to provide extra money follows the campaign by Manchester United and England footballer Marcus Rashford to prevent children from going hungry during school holidays by extending free school meals throughout half term.
Dozens of city businesses stepped up by agreeing to feed children during half term last month.
The council supports the Ready, Steady, Worcestershire initiative which combines the efforts of a range of agencies and food banks that provide a community response to holiday hunger.
All district councils are providing welfare support services.
Anyone still in need of help should contact Here2Help Worcestershire through the county council's website at www.worcestershire.gov.uk/here2help or by calling 01905 768053.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-11--Aldi and Lidl middle aisles: What's available from Thursday, November 12?

The latest items hitting the shelves in the middle of Aldi and Lidl on Thursday , November 12 , 2020 @ @ @ @ @ retailers .
We 've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each @ @ @ @ @ Aldi are selling festive lights and character favourites as part of their Special Buys set @ @ @ @ @ middle of Lidl this week , the supermarket chain have a range of products on @ @ @ @ @ and winter clothing .
Silentnight Double Winter Nights 13.5 Tog Duvet RRP £53.99 but Lidl @ @ @ @ @ each .
Plus , Crivit Ladies ’ Seamless Base Layer Trousers for £ 7.99 each @

We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket.
Aldi
This week, Aldi are selling festive lights and character favourites as part of their Special Buys set of deals.
These include:
1.8m Inflatable Santa & Reindeer for £ 49.99 each.
A Christmas Pink Fairy for £7.99 each.
Marvel Avengers Double Duvet Set for £14.99 each.
For more details, visit: Aldi.co.uk.
Lidl
In the middle of Lidl this week, the supermarket chain have a range of products on offer - such as bedding and winter clothing.
These include:
Silentnight Double Winter Nights 13.5 Tog Duvet RRP £53.99 but Lidl are selling them for £14.99 each.
Livergy Men’s Winter Boots £ 16.99 per pair.
Plus, Crivit Ladies’ Seamless Base Layer Trousers for £ 7.99 each.
For more details, visit Lidl.co.uk.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-09--Could driving during lockdown really invalidate your car insurance?

Drivers across England are being warned about driving during lockdown for non essential travel , but have been reassured that they will stay insured if they do .
With England currently being under lockdown until December 2 , people are being told to stay at home and only leave for specific reasons .
The Government has published 32 pages of regulations including exceptions to the general stay-at-home message .
Specific reasons include education , for recreational purposes or to buy food and other essential items .
People being found to have left their home for any illegitimate reason could be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , a motoring lawyer had warned drivers that their insurance could be 'void ' if they took unnecessary journeys during the lockdown period .
But official advice from the Association of British Insurers ( ABI ) on motoring issues during the pandemic says : `` During lockdown the Government has advised against all but essential travel .
`` Motor insurers continue to cover those using their vehicle for commuting to work and NHS volunteering without you having to first tell them .
`` You should follow Government restrictions , but if you do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you will not risk invalidating your car insurance.
” If you ’ re unsure about cover during the lockdown period then speak to your insurer for clarification .
Motoring lawyer Nick Freeman , known as Mr Loophole for helping celeb clients facing driving charges , previously said : “ Essential travel is largely defined as shopping for necessities , picking up medical supplies , caring for a vulnerable person and getting to and from work if you can not do so from home .
`` Anything else is not really acceptable .
If @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t prove your journey was essential your insurance may be void.
” This warning was also echoed by website USwitch and insurance company Castle , but disputed by the ABI .
A reminder has also been issued to drivers that even if they are not using their car during the lockdown period , they should refrain from cancelling their policy if their car is n't kept on private land as it is illegal to leave an uninsured car on a road .

With England currently being under lockdown until December 2, people are being told to stay at home and only leave for specific reasons.
The Government has published 32 pages of regulations including exceptions to the general stay-at-home message.
Specific reasons include education, for recreational purposes or to buy food and other essential items.
People being found to have left their home for any illegitimate reason could be fined £200 by the police.
Previously, a motoring lawyer had warned drivers that their insurance could be 'void' if they took unnecessary journeys during the lockdown period.
But official advice from the Association of British Insurers (ABI) on motoring issues during the pandemic says: "During lockdown the Government has advised against all but essential travel.
"Motor insurers continue to cover those using their vehicle for commuting to work and NHS volunteering without you having to first tell them.
"You should follow Government restrictions, but if you do use your car for non-essential travel, you will not risk invalidating your car insurance.”
If you’re unsure about cover during the lockdown period then speak to your insurer for clarification.
Motoring lawyer Nick Freeman, known as Mr Loophole for helping celeb clients facing driving charges, previously said: “Essential travel is largely defined as shopping for necessities, picking up medical supplies, caring for a vulnerable person and getting to and from work if you cannot do so from home.
"Anything else is not really acceptable. If you have an accident and can’t prove your journey was essential your insurance may be void.”
This warning was also echoed by website USwitch and insurance company Castle, but disputed by the ABI.
A reminder has also been issued to drivers that even if they are not using their car during the lockdown period, they should refrain from cancelling their policy if their car isn't kept on private land as it is illegal to leave an uninsured car on a road.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-11--Kidderminster man hit ex-colleague over the head with bottle

A MAN from Kidderminster who hit a former work colleague over the head with a bottle in a nightclub , causing a wound which needed 10 stitches , has avoided jail .
Ex-Jaguar Land Rover worker Matthew Wood was ordered to pay his victim £1,000 in compensation by a judge at Warwick Crown Court after he had pleaded guilty to a charge of assault .
Wood , aged 31 , of Parry Road , Kidderminster , was also sentenced to 14 months in jail , suspended for two years and ordered to take part in a rehabilitation activity .
Prosecutor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a charge of wounding , but on the day of his trial , a guilty plea to the less serious offence was accepted .
Matthew Wood initially denied it was him who hit the victim over the head .
Photo from PA Mr Windridge said the incident dated back to August 2017 when Carl Long was at a nightclub at the Skydome in Coventry with his wife and friends .
“ At shortly before 1am , Mr Long went to get a drink and then went to the toilet area where he was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Windridge said .
“ They knew each other because they had been work colleagues at the Jaguar Land Rover Solihull plant where there had been an incident in 2016 when Mr Long had received injuries and Mr Wood had resigned his position.
” The court heard Mr Long was in the toilet area when Wood approached him , putting his arm round his neck and telling him `` You ’ re f***ed '' .
Mr Long turned and saw Wood and another man , before leaving the toilet area .
But he was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over the head with a bottle before being grabbed by bouncers and escorted from the club .
Mr Long could feel his head bleeding and also left the club before going to hospital where he needed 10 stitches for a 6cm wound to the top of his head .
Four months later , Wood went to Coventry Police Station for a voluntary interview and accepted following Mr Long to the toilet area .
He said there had been a confrontation between the two of them there , but denied being the person who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Mr Windridge added that Wood had a conviction in 2010 for a racially-aggravated public order offence .
Judge Barry Berlin observed that it was not until 16 months after the attack that Wood was even charged .
Graeme Simpson , defending , said : “ There is a pre-sentence report and three character references which all speak very highly of him .
“ The thrust of my mitigation is that , given the age of this and the personal mitigation in general , the proper way of dealing with this man is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is well over two years old , and it did take over a year to charge him.
” Mr Simpson said Wood now worked for another car company , based in Warwickshire , and could pay compensation .
The judge said Wood avoided a prison sentence `` by the skin of his teeth '' .
Photo by PA Sentencing Wood , Judge Berlin told him : “ On your trial day , you decided to plead guilty to a Section 47 [ assault ] matter .
“ Your defence was nonsense - that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over the head with a bottle .
It was you .
“ You had assaulted him previously and you were dismissed in January 2017 for that .
Then on August 6 , 2017 you assaulted Carl Long causing him actual bodily harm .
“ You picked up a glass bottle and struck him , causing a serious wound , a two-inch gash to the top of his head .
“ There is a degree of premeditation here because you had some grudge against him .
“ I have had a difficult time with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one , but I am prepared to suspend the prison sentence .
`` Think yourself lucky , you have escaped an immediate custodial sentence by the skin of your teeth .
”

Ex-Jaguar Land Rover worker Matthew Wood was ordered to pay his victim £1,000 in compensation by a judge at Warwick Crown Court after he had pleaded guilty to a charge of assault.
Wood, aged 31, of Parry Road, Kidderminster, was also sentenced to 14 months in jail, suspended for two years and ordered to take part in a rehabilitation activity.
Prosecutor Ian Windridge said Wood had originally faced a charge of wounding, but on the day of his trial, a guilty plea to the less serious offence was accepted.
Matthew Wood initially denied it was him who hit the victim over the head. Photo from PA
Mr Windridge said the incident dated back to August 2017 when Carl Long was at a nightclub at the Skydome in Coventry with his wife and friends.
“At shortly before 1am, Mr Long went to get a drink and then went to the toilet area where he was approached by Mr Wood," Mr Windridge said.
“They knew each other because they had been work colleagues at the Jaguar Land Rover Solihull plant where there had been an incident in 2016 when Mr Long had received injuries and Mr Wood had resigned his position.”
The court heard Mr Long was in the toilet area when Wood approached him, putting his arm round his neck and telling him "You’re f***ed".
Mr Long turned and saw Wood and another man, before leaving the toilet area.
But he was followed by Wood who then hit him over the head with a bottle before being grabbed by bouncers and escorted from the club.
Mr Long could feel his head bleeding and also left the club before going to hospital where he needed 10 stitches for a 6cm wound to the top of his head.
Four months later, Wood went to Coventry Police Station for a voluntary interview and accepted following Mr Long to the toilet area.
He said there had been a confrontation between the two of them there, but denied being the person who had then hit him with the bottle.
Mr Windridge added that Wood had a conviction in 2010 for a racially-aggravated public order offence.
Judge Barry Berlin observed that it was not until 16 months after the attack that Wood was even charged.
Graeme Simpson, defending, said: “There is a pre-sentence report and three character references which all speak very highly of him.
“The thrust of my mitigation is that, given the age of this and the personal mitigation in general, the proper way of dealing with this man is by a non-custodial sentence.
“This is well over two years old, and it did take over a year to charge him.”
Mr Simpson said Wood now worked for another car company, based in Warwickshire, and could pay compensation.
The judge said Wood avoided a prison sentence "by the skin of his teeth". Photo by PA
Sentencing Wood, Judge Berlin told him: “On your trial day, you decided to plead guilty to a Section 47 [assault] matter.
“Your defence was nonsense - that it was not you who struck him over the head with a bottle. It was you.
“You had assaulted him previously and you were dismissed in January 2017 for that. Then on August 6, 2017 you assaulted Carl Long causing him actual bodily harm.
“You picked up a glass bottle and struck him, causing a serious wound, a two-inch gash to the top of his head.
“There is a degree of premeditation here because you had some grudge against him.
“I have had a difficult time with this case. It is a close one, but I am prepared to suspend the prison sentence.
"Think yourself lucky, you have escaped an immediate custodial sentence by the skin of your teeth.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-11--Man with ties to Kidderminster wanted for grievous bodily harm

POLICE are asking for the public 's help to find a man with ties to Kidderminster who is wanted for @ @ @ @ @ Darren McCarthy has connections to the Kidderminster , Worcester and Birmingham areas .
The 32-year-old @ @ @ @ @ bodily harm .
Police are appealing for information on McCarthy 's whereabouts and have released @ @ @ @ @ the hope that readers may recognise him .
Officers are asking anyone who has seen @ @ @ @ @ A spokesman for West Mercia Police said : `` Police are appealing for the public @ @ @ @ @ Darren McCarthy who is wanted for grievous bodily harm .
`` The 32-year-old has ties @ @ @ @ @ and Birmingham areas .
`` Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to call @ @ @ @ @ on 0800 555 111 .
`` Alternatively information can be passed through the online reporting @ @ @ @ @ website under the section Tell Us About . ''
The Tell Us About section can @ @ @ @ @ .

Darren McCarthy has connections to the Kidderminster, Worcester and Birmingham areas.
The 32-year-old is accused of inflicting grievous bodily harm.
Police are appealing for information on McCarthy's whereabouts and have released a mugshot of him in the hope that readers may recognise him.
Officers are asking anyone who has seen McCarthy to call 101.
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said: "Police are appealing for the public’s help to find Darren McCarthy who is wanted for grievous bodily harm.
"The 32-year-old has ties to the Worcester, Kidderminster and Birmingham areas.
"Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to call 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
"Alternatively information can be passed through the online reporting function on West Mercia Police website under the section Tell Us About."
The Tell Us About section can be found by visiting westmercia.police.uk.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-11--Air ambulance sent to Stourport Tesco as woman seriously injured

SIX police cars and two ambulances were seen outside Tesco in Stourport this afternoon after a woman suffered serious injuries @ @ @ @ @ was in a car at the time , described seeing a staff member shouting for @ @ @ @ @ outside of the supermarket in Severn Road at around 1.30pm on Wednesday , November 11 @ @ @ @ @ said two ambulances , a paramedic officer and an air ambulance attended the scene after @ @ @ @ @ the welfare of a person .
Crews arrived to discover a woman had suffered serious @ @ @ @ @ spokesman said : `` We were called at 1.44pm to Tesco in Severn Road , @ @ @ @ @ the welfare of a patient .
`` Two ambulances , a paramedic officer and the @ @ @ @ @ attended .
`` Crews treated and conveyed one female who had suffered serious injuries .
@ @ @ @ @ ambulance to hospital for further emergency care . ''
The Shuttle has contacted West Mercia @ @ @ @

A witness, who was in a car at the time, described seeing a staff member shouting for an ambulance and another crying outside of the supermarket in Severn Road at around 1.30pm on Wednesday, November 11.
West Midland Ambulance Service said two ambulances, a paramedic officer and an air ambulance attended the scene after receiving reports of concerns for the welfare of a person.
Crews arrived to discover a woman had suffered serious injuries.
An ambulance service spokesman said: "We were called at 1.44pm to Tesco in Severn Road, Stourport, following concerns for the welfare of a patient.
"Two ambulances, a paramedic officer and the Midlands Air Amb from Strensham attended.
"Crews treated and conveyed one female who had suffered serious injuries. She was taken by land ambulance to hospital for further emergency care."
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said: "At around 1.40pm on Wednesday, November 11, we received a call regarding a serious concern for safety of a person at the Tesco store in Stourport.
"A number of police and medical vehicles attended the scene.
"A member of the public was taken to hospital by road ambulance."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-11-11--PHOTOS: Wyre Forest schools mark Remembrance Day

SCHOOLS across Wyre Forest have paid respects to the fallen soldiers from past wars on Remembrance Day .
The Last Post rang out across Kidderminster ’ s Baxter College as students gathered outside for a two-minute silence at 11am .
Teaching assistant and bugle player Beth Naylor performed the traditional remembrance piece and , after the silence , principal Matthew Carpenter received a poppy from student ambassadors Ryan Campbell and Logan Dixon-Nyman .
Mr Carpenter said : “ The act of remembrance is an important occasion for our school community and we were able to commemorate the Armistice and think @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in our name whilst maintaining the Covid-19 protocols.
” Heathfield Knoll School live-streamed their Remembrance service on Facebook and pupils in the lower school created a beautiful piece of poppy artwork , which will be displayed in the local St John 's the Baptist Church in Wolverley .
Music teacher Emma Hayward also played the Last Post for the whole school .
All pupils and staff at Stourport ’ s St Bartholomew ’ s CE Primary School came together around their new mile track to observe the two-minute silence .
Five pupils and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ connections to military services , presented a wreath , while year six performed First World War drama pieces to the younger classes in small groups .
Headteacher Ian James said : “ It ’ s so important that our children understand the sacrifice of those who have died in conflict and that we all acknowledge our responsibility to work for the peace they fought hard to achieve .
“ Fortunately , the weather was kind to us as we held our commemorations outside and our new daily mile track proved an excellent arena @ @

The Last Post rang out across Kidderminster’s Baxter College as students gathered outside for a two-minute silence at 11am.
Teaching assistant and bugle player Beth Naylor performed the traditional remembrance piece and, after the silence, principal Matthew Carpenter received a poppy from student ambassadors Ryan Campbell and Logan Dixon-Nyman.
Mr Carpenter said: “The act of remembrance is an important occasion for our school community and we were able to commemorate the Armistice and think about the ultimate sacrifice so many made in our name whilst maintaining the Covid-19 protocols.”
Heathfield Knoll School live-streamed their Remembrance service on Facebook and pupils in the lower school created a beautiful piece of poppy artwork, which will be displayed in the local St John's the Baptist Church in Wolverley.
Music teacher Emma Hayward also played the Last Post for the whole school.
All pupils and staff at Stourport’s St Bartholomew’s CE Primary School came together around their new mile track to observe the two-minute silence.
Five pupils and administrator Donna Waterall, who all have connections to military services, presented a wreath, while year six performed First World War drama pieces to the younger classes in small groups.
Headteacher Ian James said: “It’s so important that our children understand the sacrifice of those who have died in conflict and that we all acknowledge our responsibility to work for the peace they fought hard to achieve.
“Fortunately, the weather was kind to us as we held our commemorations outside and our new daily mile track proved an excellent arena.”