kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-11--Hunt for farm heroes hots up

Hunt for farm heroes hots up

FINDING the region ’ s award-winning farmers is becoming a more difficult job by the hour as more and more nominations come in from far and wide .
The Three Counties farmer annual awards this year have triggered record entries , but there is still time to nominate those people or farms deserving of public recognition – but don ’ t delay , time is running out .
The awards , which were set up to raise awareness of the work that farmers and their families do and their importance to the local community , culminate in a special ceremony @ @ @ @ @ @ @ live online .
So far the nominations have thrown up some inspiring stories of farm ‘ heroes ’ through the floods and the Covid crisis .
The awards cover Herefordshire , Gloucestershire and Worcestershire and the latest entries reflect that .
From Frocester comes a nomination from a vulnerable woman who was at her wits end during Covid unable to get food delivered .
Not only did the Hawkins family from Church Farm come to her aid with food from their farm shop , Frocester Fayre , they helped ease her feelings of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and made her feel a part of the community .
“ They lifted a weight from my shoulders that might have floored me ” she said .
She was also full of praise for the farm , where the family not only look after their animals , while their cattle are reared on land which is part of the countrywide stewardship scheme .
In Worcestershire David Pearce , from Malvern , has been nominated , not least for the way he spent hours rescuing a bull from a ditch .
Near the Cotswold @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a huge help to the community ’ , always being called out to help with shearing and lambing .
And in Ledbury Chris White of Ledbury Poultry is described as am exceptionally hard worker with high standards for rare breeds .
Time is running out to nominate your farming heroes , those who deserve special recognition .
The deadline for entries is September 18 .
To enter or nominate go to https : //www.herefordtimes.com/awards/tcf/ and fill in the form .

The Three Counties farmer annual awards this year have triggered record entries, but there is still time to nominate those people or farms deserving of public recognition – but don’t delay, time is running out.
The awards, which were set up to raise awareness of the work that farmers and their families do and their importance to the local community, culminate in a special ceremony on November 26 that will be broadcast live online.
So far the nominations have thrown up some inspiring stories of farm ‘heroes’ through the floods and the Covid crisis.
The awards cover Herefordshire, Gloucestershire and Worcestershire and the latest entries reflect that.
From Frocester comes a nomination from a vulnerable woman who was at her wits end during Covid unable to get food delivered.
Not only did the Hawkins family from Church Farm come to her aid with food from their farm shop, Frocester Fayre, they helped ease her feelings of isolation with long chats on the phone and made her feel a part of the community.
“They lifted a weight from my shoulders that might have floored me” she said.
She was also full of praise for the farm, where the family not only look after their animals, while their cattle are reared on land which is part of the countrywide stewardship scheme.
In Worcestershire David Pearce, from Malvern, has been nominated, not least for the way he spent hours rescuing a bull from a ditch.
Near the Cotswold village of Broadway William Painter is ‘a huge help to the community’, always being called out to help with shearing and lambing.
And in Ledbury Chris White of Ledbury Poultry is described as am exceptionally hard worker with high standards for rare breeds.
Time is running out to nominate your farming heroes, those who deserve special recognition. The deadline for entries is September 18.
To enter or nominate go to https://www.herefordtimes.com/awards/tcf/ and fill in the form.
Categories are: Sheep Farmer Award; Farm Conservation; Cattle Farmer; Family Run Farm; Pig Farmer; Young Farmer (under 25); Poultry Farmer; Farming Hero; Arable Farmer; Farming Contractor; Fruit/Hop Farmer; Outstanding Achievement.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-12--Coronavirus: Worcestershire warned against parties this weekend

THE director of Publich Health for Worcestershire is urging residents not to `` undo the good work on beating coronavirus '' in the county by attending parties or large gatherings this weekend .
As positive cases of Covid-19 continue to rise in areas across the county , people are being warned not to become complacent ahead of stricter social distancing rules coming into effect on Monday .
Dr Kathryn Cobain said : “ Now is not the time to be complacent .
The cases of Covid are rising in Worcestershire and it ’ s up to each of us to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` The new guidelines restricting the numbers of people we can have in our homes , are there to protect us all .
`` I ’ d urge everyone not to rush to gather in large groups this weekend , ahead of the changes .
`` You risk undoing all the good work the people of have Worcestershire have done so far in beating coronavirus .
`` Follow the guidelines , break the lines of transmission , protect the progress we ’ ve made .
” From Monday , September 14 , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gatherings will be reduced to six across England .
In neighbouring Birmingham , people will be banned from mixing with other households from Tuesday following a surge in cases .
The rate of infection has more than doubled in the city in a week to 90.3 cases per 100,000 .
The measures also cover nearby Sandwell and Solihull , affecting more than 1.6 million people in total .

As positive cases of Covid-19 continue to rise in areas across the county, people are being warned not to become complacent ahead of stricter social distancing rules coming into effect on Monday.
Dr Kathryn Cobain said: “Now is not the time to be complacent. The cases of Covid are rising in Worcestershire and it’s up to each of us to help bring those cases back down.
"The new guidelines restricting the numbers of people we can have in our homes, are there to protect us all.
"I’d urge everyone not to rush to gather in large groups this weekend, ahead of the changes.
"You risk undoing all the good work the people of have Worcestershire have done so far in beating coronavirus.
"Follow the guidelines, break the lines of transmission, protect the progress we’ve made. ”
From Monday, September 14, the number of people that can attend social gatherings will be reduced to six across England.
In neighbouring Birmingham, people will be banned from mixing with other households from Tuesday following a surge in cases. The rate of infection has more than doubled in the city in a week to 90.3 cases per 100,000.
The measures also cover nearby Sandwell and Solihull, affecting more than 1.6 million people in total.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-12--West Midland Safari Park confirms open date for luxury lodges

A NEW overnight safari experience at West Midland Safari Park is expected to welcome its first guests next year .
Eight new luxury lodges will give visitors the opportunity to stay overnight at the park for the first time - with direct views of its African elephants or cheetah habitats .
Building work on the lodges is already under way , and the first phase of the development was originally due for completion this summer , however following the coronavirus lockdown , the open date has been pushed back to February 2021 .
The safari lodges will be integrated into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ give guests an up close and personal wildlife experience .
Nestled into their own secluded area but fully immersed within the wildlife reserves , there will be six lodges offering the only overnight accommodation experience with elephants in the UK .
Two more lodges will offer views of the park ’ s cheetah enclosure – also the only experience of its kind in the UK .
Chris Kelly , now managing director of West Midland Safari Park , said in March : `` This amazing project will grow into something spectacular over the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to start with we are focussing on the elephants and cheetahs .
`` Not only will the new lodges offer guests the opportunity to stay onsite overnight for the first time , they also allow us to create upgraded , stimulating and enriching environments for the animals .
“ Conservation is at the forefront of our minds when designing and building the lodges , so as part of this project , our net biodiversity gain will increase by 30 per cent , creating more habitats such as woodlands and wildflower meadows , encouraging @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lodges will support improving the facilities for more of the Park ’ s amazing animals , as we work towards the next phases of development.
” The elephant lodges will be themed with thatched roofs , accommodating up to six people .
They will have large , open-plan living areas with lounge and dining area , plus a downstairs bedroom , as well as a large balcony with outdoor seating .
Upstairs will be a bedroom , offering views across the brand-new elephant habitats .
Breakfast and evening meals are included , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the outdoor terrace to enjoy their meals while watching the elephants approach the pool in front of the lodges .
The two single-story , detached cheetah lodges will also sleep up to six people .
The living space will have a large window , spanning one side of the building , offering panoramic views of the cheetahs in their new habitat .
A floor-to-ceiling window will offer more incredible views in the bedrooms .
Each lodge will also offer free Wi-Fi , TV , coffee machine and mini bar , filled with local @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on when bookings will open , nor how much the stays will cost .

Eight new luxury lodges will give visitors the opportunity to stay overnight at the park for the first time - with direct views of its African elephants or cheetah habitats.
Building work on the lodges is already under way, and the first phase of the development was originally due for completion this summer, however following the coronavirus lockdown, the open date has been pushed back to February 2021.
The safari lodges will be integrated into the newly-updated animal habitats, designed to give guests an up close and personal wildlife experience.
Nestled into their own secluded area but fully immersed within the wildlife reserves, there will be six lodges offering the only overnight accommodation experience with elephants in the UK.
Two more lodges will offer views of the park’s cheetah enclosure – also the only experience of its kind in the UK.
Chris Kelly, now managing director of West Midland Safari Park, said in March: "This amazing project will grow into something spectacular over the next four to five years, but to start with we are focussing on the elephants and cheetahs.
"Not only will the new lodges offer guests the opportunity to stay onsite overnight for the first time, they also allow us to create upgraded, stimulating and enriching environments for the animals.
“Conservation is at the forefront of our minds when designing and building the lodges, so as part of this project, our net biodiversity gain will increase by 30 per cent, creating more habitats such as woodlands and wildflower meadows, encouraging native wildlife.
"Revenue from the lodges will support improving the facilities for more of the Park’s amazing animals, as we work towards the next phases of development.”
The elephant lodges will be themed with thatched roofs, accommodating up to six people.
They will have large, open-plan living areas with lounge and dining area, plus a downstairs bedroom, as well as a large balcony with outdoor seating.
Upstairs will be a bedroom, offering views across the brand-new elephant habitats.
Breakfast and evening meals are included, and guests are encouraged to make use of the outdoor terrace to enjoy their meals while watching the elephants approach the pool in front of the lodges.
The two single-story, detached cheetah lodges will also sleep up to six people.
The living space will have a large window, spanning one side of the building, offering panoramic views of the cheetahs in their new habitat. A floor-to-ceiling window will offer more incredible views in the bedrooms.
Each lodge will also offer free Wi-Fi, TV, coffee machine and mini bar, filled with local produce.
There's no news yet on when bookings will open, nor how much the stays will cost.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-12--Portugal: Travellers returning to England will need to self-isolate for 14 days

Portugal has been added to the government quarantine list - meaning those who return to England have to self-isolate for two weeks .
Here 's everything you need to know .
Which countries have been added to the quarantine list ?
The following countries have been added for those travelling to England : When will the quarantine come into effect ?
Those arriving in England from the countries listed above must self-isolate for 14 days from 4am on Saturday , September 12 , Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said .
What else has Grant Shapps said ?
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we need to remove Portugal ( minus the Azores and Madeira ) , Hungary , French Polynesia and Reunion from the Travel Corridor list to keep everyone safe .
“ If you arrive in England from these destinations after 4am Saturday , you will need to self-isolate for 14 days.
” Which countries do you not have to self-isolate for 14 days ?
Mr Shapps added : `` If you arrive in England from the Azores or Madeira , you will NOT need to self-isolate for 14 days . ''
Mr Shapps also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the travel corridor list , allowing them to avoid self-isolating when arriving in England .
He said : “ This week , Sweden has been added to the Travel Corridors list .
If you arrive in England from Sweden , you will not need to self-isolate for 14 days.
” He also reiterated that all travellers returning to the UK are legally required to complete a Passenger Locator Form .
Mr Shapps said : “ This is vital in protecting public health and ensuring those who need to are complying with self-isolation rules @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not to complete the form and spot checks will be taking place.
” • To keep up to date with the latest information , visit : https : //www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors # countries-and-territories-with-no-self-isolation-requirement-on-arrival-in-england .

Here's everything you need to know.
Which countries have been added to the quarantine list?
The following countries have been added for those travelling to England:
Portugal
Hungary
French Polynesia
Reunion
When will the quarantine come into effect?
Those arriving in England from the countries listed above must self-isolate for 14 days from 4am on Saturday, September 12, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said.
What else has Grant Shapps said?
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said on Twitter: “Data shows we need to remove Portugal (minus the Azores and Madeira), Hungary, French Polynesia and Reunion from the Travel Corridor list to keep everyone safe.
“If you arrive in England from these destinations after 4am Saturday, you will need to self-isolate for 14 days.”
Which countries do you not have to self-isolate for 14 days?
Mr Shapps added: "If you arrive in England from the Azores or Madeira, you will NOT need to self-isolate for 14 days."
Mr Shapps also confirmed that Sweden has been added to the travel corridor list, allowing them to avoid self-isolating when arriving in England.
He said: “This week, Sweden has been added to the Travel Corridors list. If you arrive in England from Sweden, you will not need to self-isolate for 14 days.”
He also reiterated that all travellers returning to the UK are legally required to complete a Passenger Locator Form.
Mr Shapps said: “This is vital in protecting public health and ensuring those who need to are complying with self-isolation rules.
“It is a criminal offence not to complete the form and spot checks will be taking place.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-12--Midlands Air Ambulance Charity holds virtual open day

THE Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is holding a virtual open day at its Strensham airbase in Worcestershire on Sunday September 13 .
Virtual visitors can take a VIP tour of the airbase , the air ambulance helicopter , rapid response vehicle and critical care car - and they can also see an aircrew demonstration showing how they tend to an incident scene .
The charity had been set to host a physical open day at the base to showcase the work of the region 's lifesaving emergency services provision but the popular annual event has had to be cancelled due @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the spread of coronavirus .
It is the second virtual open day the charity has staged this year - the first was at its Tatenhill airbase in Staffordshire , in late June , while most of the UK ’ s lockdown measures were still in place .
Emma Gray , fundraising and marketing director for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity , said : “ Following the success of our first virtual open day at Tatenhill and as the charity is set to see a 48 per cent deficit in fundraising income , we are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ virtually too .
“ Throughout the pandemic , the demand for our rapid response , pre-hospital emergency service did not falter , which is why we are focusing on engaging with the people and businesses in the communities we serve to give them a unique insight into the critical work we do , and to demonstrate their donations are vital in supporting our lifesaving cause.
” The virtual Strensham open day is free for people to get involved with but virtual visitors can show their appreciation by making a donation to the charity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Or people can send a one off donation direct to the charity through its website midlandsairambulance.com/donatenow .
Air ambulance supporters can also donate by text by texting MISSIONPOSSIBLE as one word , followed by the amount you wish to donate to 70085 ( for example MISSIONPOSSIBLE £3 ) .
The Midlands Air Ambulance Charity 's emergency medics at can be seen in action in a new TV show airing on Channel 5 on Mondays at 9pm .
Episode 3 will broadcast this Monday ( September 14 ) and all episodes screened to date @ @ @ @ @ @ @ service My5 .

Virtual visitors can take a VIP tour of the airbase, the air ambulance helicopter, rapid response vehicle and critical care car - and they can also see an aircrew demonstration showing how they tend to an incident scene.
The charity had been set to host a physical open day at the base to showcase the work of the region's lifesaving emergency services provision but the popular annual event has had to be cancelled due to social distancing measures aimed at reducing the spread of coronavirus.
It is the second virtual open day the charity has staged this year - the first was at its Tatenhill airbase in Staffordshire, in late June, while most of the UK’s lockdown measures were still in place.
Emma Gray, fundraising and marketing director for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, said: “Following the success of our first virtual open day at Tatenhill and as the charity is set to see a 48 per cent deficit in fundraising income, we are pleased to offer our Strensham airbase event virtually too.
“Throughout the pandemic, the demand for our rapid response, pre-hospital emergency service did not falter, which is why we are focusing on engaging with the people and businesses in the communities we serve to give them a unique insight into the critical work we do, and to demonstrate their donations are vital in supporting our lifesaving cause.”
The virtual Strensham open day is free for people to get involved with but virtual visitors can show their appreciation by making a donation to the charity's online bucket collection at justgiving.com/campaign/maaconlinebucketcollection.
Or people can send a one off donation direct to the charity through its website midlandsairambulance.com/donatenow.
Air ambulance supporters can also donate by text by texting MISSIONPOSSIBLE as one word, followed by the amount you wish to donate to 70085 (for example MISSIONPOSSIBLE £3).
The Midlands Air Ambulance Charity's emergency medics at can be seen in action in a new TV show airing on Channel 5 on Mondays at 9pm. Episode 3 will broadcast this Monday (September 14) and all episodes screened to date can be seen on the on demand service My5.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-12--Metal thieves struck 586 times in West Mercia last year

METAL thieves struck hundreds of times in West Mercia last year , new figures reveal .
The Local Government Association has called for councils to be given more powers to tackle rogue traders who deal in the spoils of metal heists .
Of those , 218 were infrastructure-related , which includes the stripping of metal such as roofing lead from buildings , taking electricity or railway cables , or stealing vehicle parts .
The rest were non-infrastructure related , which could involve stealing scrap metal or war memorial plaques .
Around 15,900 metal theft offences were recorded across England and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ slightly on the previous year , although Greater Manchester Police did not submit figures , which could account for the drop , but it was still higher than the 13,100 recorded in 2016-17 .
The LGA said a decline in the years prior to this was partly due to the introduction of the Scrap Metal Dealers Act in 2013 , which was brought in to crack down on the trade in stolen metal .
But the group said it has seen a recent resurgence in thefts , which it puts down to a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ metal prices .
A spokesman added : “ Councils are targeting their resources as efficiently as possible and do what they can to support businesses to meet the requirements of the legislation and can take enforcement action where issues are identified .
“ Councils have limited powers and no funding to tackle unlicensed operators and the LGA has also called on government to introduce greater enforcement powers to help local authorities tackle rogue operators.
” At least 8,300 metal thefts across England and Wales last year were from buildings and other infrastructure .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ strategy for Historic England , said theft from historic sites like churches has far-reaching consequences over and above the financial cost of what has been stolen .
He said : “ When thieves steal metal from heritage assets , such as churches , artefacts from the ground or shipwrecks , they are stealing from all of us and damaging something which is often irreplaceable.
” David Smith , chief executive of the Energy Networks Association , which represents gas and electricity network businesses , said : `` Incidents are increasing across the country @ @ @ @ @ @ @ causing disruption to homes and businesses .
“ Those involved in metal theft are putting themselves and others at risk of serious injury or death and police forces are increasingly prioritising their work deterring metal theft . ''
A Home Office spokeswoman said the Scrap Metal Dealers Act is a “ powerful tool ” for the police and local authorities , and that metal theft has declined overall since it was introduced .
She added : “ The Act grants powers to enter and inspect scrap metal dealers ’ premises and close unlicensed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for any dealer to buy scrap metal for cash .
“ We continue to work closely with the police , Local Government Association , and the scrap metal industry to reduce metal theft .
”

The Local Government Association has called for councils to be given more powers to tackle rogue traders who deal in the spoils of metal heists.
West Mercia Police recorded 586 metal theft offences in 2019-20, Office for National Statistics data shows.
Of those, 218 were infrastructure-related, which includes the stripping of metal such as roofing lead from buildings, taking electricity or railway cables, or stealing vehicle parts.
The rest were non-infrastructure related, which could involve stealing scrap metal or war memorial plaques.
Around 15,900 metal theft offences were recorded across England and Wales in 2019-20.
This was down slightly on the previous year, although Greater Manchester Police did not submit figures, which could account for the drop, but it was still higher than the 13,100 recorded in 2016-17.
The LGA said a decline in the years prior to this was partly due to the introduction of the Scrap Metal Dealers Act in 2013, which was brought in to crack down on the trade in stolen metal.
But the group said it has seen a recent resurgence in thefts, which it puts down to a range of factors including an increase in metal prices.
A spokesman added: “Councils are targeting their resources as efficiently as possible and do what they can to support businesses to meet the requirements of the legislation and can take enforcement action where issues are identified.
“Councils have limited powers and no funding to tackle unlicensed operators and the LGA has also called on government to introduce greater enforcement powers to help local authorities tackle rogue operators.”
At least 8,300 metal thefts across England and Wales last year were from buildings and other infrastructure.
Mark Harrison, head of heritage crime strategy for Historic England, said theft from historic sites like churches has far-reaching consequences over and above the financial cost of what has been stolen.
He said: “When thieves steal metal from heritage assets, such as churches, artefacts from the ground or shipwrecks, they are stealing from all of us and damaging something which is often irreplaceable.”
David Smith, chief executive of the Energy Networks Association, which represents gas and electricity network businesses, said: "Incidents are increasing across the country and can result in power cuts, causing disruption to homes and businesses.
“Those involved in metal theft are putting themselves and others at risk of serious injury or death and police forces are increasingly prioritising their work deterring metal theft."
A Home Office spokeswoman said the Scrap Metal Dealers Act is a “powerful tool” for the police and local authorities, and that metal theft has declined overall since it was introduced.
She added: “The Act grants powers to enter and inspect scrap metal dealers’ premises and close unlicensed businesses, and makes it an offence for any dealer to buy scrap metal for cash.
“We continue to work closely with the police, Local Government Association, and the scrap metal industry to reduce metal theft.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-13--Stourport Christmas lights switch-on and parade cancelled

THE annual Three Kings Parade and Christmas lights switch-on in Stourport has been cancelled due to coronavirus .
The yearly tradition was due to take place in November , but organisers say they have no choice but to cancel in light of the ongoing government ban on mass gatherings .
Mayor of Stourport , Councillor Ken Henderson , said : `` We are incredibly disappointed that we have had to take this decision but current government rules on Covid-19 still prevent mass gatherings .
`` If you have ever attended the lights switch-on , you will know that thousands of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ keeping socially-distanced will be impossible . ''
The Scout and Guide Band in a previous Three Kings Parade .
Photo by Colin Hill For the last few years , the Three Kings Parade has seen students at St Bartholomew 's C of E School preparing the kings , Gaspar , Melchior and Balthasar , while children at Astley C of E Primary have carried their tinsel stars in the procession .
Pupils from other schools in the area also take part in the event , alongside local community groups including the Scouts and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and local clergy .
Cllr Henderson added : `` Although we will be foregoing the event this year , we are hoping to still display the lights in the town centre and the Villeneuve-le-Roi Gardens . ''
Stourport Town Council said organisers are already in talks about planning the 2021 Christmas event , which they said is set to be the `` best switch-on yet '' .

The yearly tradition was due to take place in November, but organisers say they have no choice but to cancel in light of the ongoing government ban on mass gatherings.
Mayor of Stourport, Councillor Ken Henderson, said: "We are incredibly disappointed that we have had to take this decision but current government rules on Covid-19 still prevent mass gatherings.
"If you have ever attended the lights switch-on, you will know that thousands of people come to support the town and keeping socially-distanced will be impossible."
The Scout and Guide Band in a previous Three Kings Parade. Photo by Colin Hill
For the last few years, the Three Kings Parade has seen students at St Bartholomew's C of E School preparing the kings, Gaspar, Melchior and Balthasar, while children at Astley C of E Primary have carried their tinsel stars in the procession.
Pupils from other schools in the area also take part in the event, alongside local community groups including the Scouts and Guide Band, civic dignitaries, dancers and local clergy.
Cllr Henderson added: "Although we will be foregoing the event this year, we are hoping to still display the lights in the town centre and the Villeneuve-le-Roi Gardens."
Stourport Town Council said organisers are already in talks about planning the 2021 Christmas event, which they said is set to be the "best switch-on yet".


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-13--Death notices from this week's Kidderminster Shuttle

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kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-13--Greggs are giving a free treat to college and university students

Bakery chain Greggs are giving students an extra sweetener to kick off the start of the new term .
We 've put together what is up for grabs - and how students can get a slice of the action .
The company are offering a free sweet treat or savoury item with the purchase of any sandwich deal .
How can students get an item for free ?
Students looking to bag a bake on their way to lectures just need to present a Student Beans ID page or valid student card when buying a full sandwich deal .
They @ @ @ @ @ @ @ items free of charge : When did Greggs begin to reopen their stores ?
Greggs began reopening after lockdown in early July for takeaway only , and had plans to reopen 1,000 sites by mid-July .
The Newcastle-based business took a tentative approach to reopening , with management keen to avoid any rushes or overcrowding at sites following its three-month closure .
A statement at the time said : “ We are not able to predict the impact of social distancing on our ability to trade or on customer demand .
`` However @ @ @ @ @ @ @ restricted by size of shop and we must anticipate that sales may be lower than normal for some time .
“ This will require us to maintain a proportion of our colleagues on furlough , either fully or partially , until sales levels begin returning to normal .
“ In anticipation of lower sales , we have limited our initial product range to our best sellers and therefore a number of our manufacturing operational teams will remain furloughed until demand reaches a level that justifies the addition of remaining product lines.
” During @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how to make some of its most popular treats , including steak bake and chicken bake .

We've put together what is up for grabs - and how students can get a slice of the action.
What are Greggs offering students?
The company are offering a free sweet treat or savoury item with the purchase of any sandwich deal.
How can students get an item for free?
Students looking to bag a bake on their way to lectures just need to present a Student Beans ID page or valid student card when buying a full sandwich deal.
They can then enjoy one of the following items free of charge:
A sausage roll
A vegan sausage roll
Cheese and onion bake
Jam doughnut
Cookie
Yum yum
Gluten-free brownies
When did Greggs begin to reopen their stores?
Greggs began reopening after lockdown in early July for takeaway only, and had plans to reopen 1,000 sites by mid-July.
The Newcastle-based business took a tentative approach to reopening, with management keen to avoid any rushes or overcrowding at sites following its three-month closure.
A statement at the time said: “We are not able to predict the impact of social distancing on our ability to trade or on customer demand.
"However, our capacity to operate will be restricted by size of shop and we must anticipate that sales may be lower than normal for some time.
“This will require us to maintain a proportion of our colleagues on furlough, either fully or partially, until sales levels begin returning to normal.
“In anticipation of lower sales, we have limited our initial product range to our best sellers and therefore a number of our manufacturing operational teams will remain furloughed until demand reaches a level that justifies the addition of remaining product lines.”
During lockdown, Greggs posted recipe videos on how to make some of its most popular treats, including steak bake and chicken bake.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-13--The most expensive properties for sale in Worcestershire

Have you ever wondered how the other half live in Worcestershire ?
There are some expensive properties up for grabs in the regions- and some of them are a millionaire ’ s dream .
From grade II listed houses , to properties with its own tennis court , every property on this list is truly luxurious .
Here are the five of most expensive properties on Zoopla right now : This grade II listed house is the most expensive Worcestershire property on Zoopla right now- and with 10 bedrooms and an on-site tennis court , it ’ s clear to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gothic aesthetic and features , including gothic glazing bar sash windows .
The kitchen is a focal point of the property , as it comes fitted with modern units and an Aga oven .
It also comes with a stable block , coach house and outbuildings which is ideal for animal owners .
Want to learn more ?
Visit the property listing on Zoopla .
This seven bedroom property is in an elevated position and boasts stunning views of the Severn Valley .
The property has outbuildings for horses and plenty of pasture @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The new owners will have around 40 acres of land to play with- the gardens of which are well-manicured and beautiful .
Five bedroom house with an indoor pool , Droitwich £2,375,000 Would you live in this five bedroom property ?
( Photo : Zoopla ) If you have a spare two million pounds , this property could be all yours .
The grade II listed family home has five bedrooms along with an indoor pool with private changing rooms .
There is a pool in the property ( Photo : Zoopla @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the building itself dates back to 1891 .
Outside , there is a stable yard with a paddock to keep some animals .
If you want to learn more about this property , you can find it on Zoopla .
An historic house from the 17th century , Bromsgrove £2,000,000 This property dates back to the 17th century ( Photo : Zoopla ) This home has five bedrooms with an attached two bedroom cottage .
The interiors have a rustic aesthetic , with exposed wooden beams and fireplaces .
There is even a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has three bedrooms .
The property also has an interesting history , dating back to the 17th ’ century and was owned by the Peytons family for hundreds of years .
If you want to soak in the beautiful countryside views , you can do so from the decked sun terrace , which overlooks the on-site tennis court .
Learn more about this property on Zoopla .
Parts of this farm house date back to the 17th century , which are still reflected in its exposed wooden beams and rustic fireplaces .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the home , as it has a cosy vibe with a built in wood burner .
The living room in the farmhouse ( Photo : Zoopla ) Outside , there is a stable to house horses as well as a range of farm buildings currently used for storage purposes .
If you want to learn more about the property then visit the Zoopla listing .

There are some expensive properties up for grabs in the regions- and some of them are a millionaire’s dream.
From grade II listed houses, to properties with its own tennis court, every property on this list is truly luxurious.
Here are the five of most expensive properties on Zoopla right now:
A country house with 10 bedrooms, Worcester
£5,000,000
This property had 10 bedrooms (Photo: Zoopla)
This grade II listed house is the most expensive Worcestershire property on Zoopla right now- and with 10 bedrooms and an on-site tennis court, it’s clear to see why.
The house has a gothic aesthetic and features, including gothic glazing bar sash windows.
The kitchen is a focal point of the property, as it comes fitted with modern units and an Aga oven.
A kitchen in the 10 bedroom property (Photo: Zoopla)
It also comes with a stable block, coach house and outbuildings which is ideal for animal owners.
Want to learn more? Visit the property listing on Zoopla.
Grade II listed equestrian property, Hallow
£3,250,000
Grade II listed equestrian property (Photo: Zoopla)
This seven bedroom property is in an elevated position and boasts stunning views of the Severn Valley.
The property has outbuildings for horses and plenty of pasture and woodland for the animals to graze.
The new owners will have around 40 acres of land to play with- the gardens of which are well-manicured and beautiful.
View this property on Zoopla.
Five bedroom house with an indoor pool, Droitwich
£2,375,000
Would you live in this five bedroom property? (Photo: Zoopla)
Fancy a house with a pool?
If you have a spare two million pounds, this property could be all yours.
The grade II listed family home has five bedrooms along with an indoor pool with private changing rooms.
There is a pool in the property (Photo: Zoopla)
Its interiors are French inspired and the building itself dates back to 1891.
Outside, there is a stable yard with a paddock to keep some animals.
If you want to learn more about this property, you can find it on Zoopla.
An historic house from the 17th century, Bromsgrove
£2,000,000
This property dates back to the 17th century (Photo: Zoopla)
This home has five bedrooms with an attached two bedroom cottage.
The interiors have a rustic aesthetic, with exposed wooden beams and fireplaces.
There is even a guest barn on the property, which has three bedrooms.
Views of the tennis court (Photo: Zoopla)
The property also has an interesting history, dating back to the 17th’ century and was owned by the Peytons family for hundreds of years.
If you want to soak in the beautiful countryside views, you can do so from the decked sun terrace, which overlooks the on-site tennis court.
Learn more about this property on Zoopla.
Grade II listed farmhouse, Worcester
£1,950,000
Grade II listed farmhouse (Photo: Zoopla)
Parts of this farm house date back to the 17th century, which are still reflected in its exposed wooden beams and rustic fireplaces.
The sitting room is the focal point of the home, as it has a cosy vibe with a built in wood burner.
The living room in the farmhouse (Photo: Zoopla)
Outside, there is a stable to house horses as well as a range of farm buildings currently used for storage purposes.
If you want to learn more about the property then visit the Zoopla listing.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-13--Number of care home beds in Worcestershire at record low

THE number of care home beds available to elderly people in Worcestershire hit a record low in March .
Public Health England data shows there were 9.3 care homes beds per 100 people aged 75 and over in Worcestershire at the end of March .
This was the lowest rate since comparable records began in 2011 .
The figure includes beds in residential homes , which provide accommodation and help with things such as washing and dressing , and nursing homes , which are staffed by nurses and offer support to people with more complex needs .
The trend in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , where the rate also dropped to a record low of 9.6 per 100 in March , down slightly from 9.8 last year .
Martin Green , chief executive of charity Care England , said he feared the long-term capacity of the system could be “ severely depleted ” without further funding , after years of a lack of investment .
He added : “ The unprecedented cost pressures leveraged by Covid-19 put the future of many care providers into question , especially when one considers the burdened nature of the care sector @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is calling for support such as the Infection Control Fund – a £600 million package announced in May to tackle the spread of the coronavirus in care homes – to be extended to help care providers get through the pandemic .
The chances of an elderly person getting a care home bed differ significantly depending on where they live – while there were 17.8 beds per 100 over-75s in Middlesbrough , there were just 2.5 per 100 in Westminster .
Caroline Abrahams , charity director of Age UK , said a lack of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ close their doors for good .
The resulting decline in nursing home beds is a “ serious concern ” , she said , as few alternatives exist for people who need such care apart from hospital .
Ms Abrahams added : “ No one wants to be in hospital unless it is strictly necessary and for older people it is particularly risky to their longer-term health and wellbeing .
`` It is clearly important that we have enough residential home beds , appropriately spread around the country , so older people and families @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if they have decided this is the place for them.
” A Department of Health and Social Care spokesman said : `` The number of care home beds remains stable and care given at home is growing , with innovation and technology allowing people to live at home for longer .
“ We know there is a need for a long-term solution for social care and are looking at a range of proposals as part of our commitment to bringing forward a plan that puts the sector on a sustainable footing for the @ @ @

Public Health England data shows there were 9.3 care homes beds per 100 people aged 75 and over in Worcestershire at the end of March. This was the lowest rate since comparable records began in 2011.
The figure includes beds in residential homes, which provide accommodation and help with things such as washing and dressing, and nursing homes, which are staffed by nurses and offer support to people with more complex needs.
The trend in Worcestershire was similar to that across England, where the rate also dropped to a record low of 9.6 per 100 in March, down slightly from 9.8 last year.
Martin Green, chief executive of charity Care England, said he feared the long-term capacity of the system could be “severely depleted” without further funding, after years of a lack of investment.
He added: “The unprecedented cost pressures leveraged by Covid-19 put the future of many care providers into question, especially when one considers the burdened nature of the care sector even prior to Covid-19.”
The group is calling for support such as the Infection Control Fund – a £600 million package announced in May to tackle the spread of the coronavirus in care homes – to be extended to help care providers get through the pandemic.
The chances of an elderly person getting a care home bed differ significantly depending on where they live – while there were 17.8 beds per 100 over-75s in Middlesbrough, there were just 2.5 per 100 in Westminster.
Caroline Abrahams, charity director of Age UK, said a lack of funding is forcing some care homes to close their doors for good.
The resulting decline in nursing home beds is a “serious concern”, she said, as few alternatives exist for people who need such care apart from hospital.
Ms Abrahams added: “No one wants to be in hospital unless it is strictly necessary and for older people it is particularly risky to their longer-term health and wellbeing.
"It is clearly important that we have enough residential home beds, appropriately spread around the country, so older people and families have a decent choice of nearby provision if they have decided this is the place for them.”
A Department of Health and Social Care spokesman said: "The number of care home beds remains stable and care given at home is growing, with innovation and technology allowing people to live at home for longer.
“We know there is a need for a long-term solution for social care and are looking at a range of proposals as part of our commitment to bringing forward a plan that puts the sector on a sustainable footing for the future."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-13--Funding will help boost broadband speeds in rural Worcestershire

WORCESTERSHIRE County Council has announced it will be reinvesting up to £1million to get high-speed broadband out to the most rural parts of the county .
The funding will top-up the government ’ s existing Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme to help people in hard-to-reach locations get a fast and reliable broadband service .
Cabinet member for economy and infrastructure , Councillor Ken Pollock , said : “ Nearly 97 per cent of Worcestershire can now access superfast broadband with speeds of at least 24 megabits per second .
“ This is a fantastic achievement ; however , we are not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we ’ re adding £1 million from the previously invested £8.5 million towards the Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme to target so-called broadband not-spots in the county .
“ This is a great opportunity for Worcestershire , as we have already worked with over 100 communities and managed to secure more than £2.2 million worth of vouchers . ''
In some cases , the voucher amount was not enough to pay for the infrastructure upgrade .
This top-up funding means many more schemes can be funded , providing this future-proofed connectivity to thousands more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are otherwise unlikely to get it for many years .
Digital infrastructure minister , Matt Warman , said : “ This government believes access to fast and reliable broadband is essential to modern life and should be available to all , which is why I ’ m delighted to see Worcestershire County Council joining forces with us in our mission to deliver next-generation speeds to the most remote areas of the country .
“ I hope this welcome boost to our programme will encourage even more people in Worcestershire to join the digital @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people in rural areas will be better equipped to stay in touch with loved ones and work from home .
The funding for the vouchers will be distributed on a first come , first served basis until the end of March 2021 , when the scheme will close .
To qualify for the scheme , residents must live in a rural area , be unable to get broadband speeds of 100Mbps or more , not be in an existing government-funded plan for a broadband upgrade , and apply as a group of two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s £200 million Gigabit Broadband Vouchers Scheme currently provides up to £3,500 funding for eligible businesses and up to £1,500 for eligible residential properties to install gigabit-capable connections .
The extra £1 million will be used to match the funding so that eligible businesses can now apply for up to a maximum of £7,000 and eligible residential properties up to £3,000 .
Visit gigabitvoucher.culture.gov.uk to find a list of suppliers in their local area .
A list of frequently asked questions is available at superfastworcestershire.com/ # faqs .

The funding will top-up the government’s existing Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme to help people in hard-to-reach locations get a fast and reliable broadband service.
Cabinet member for economy and infrastructure, Councillor Ken Pollock, said: “Nearly 97 per cent of Worcestershire can now access superfast broadband with speeds of at least 24 megabits per second.
“This is a fantastic achievement; however, we are not stopping there.
"This is why we’re adding £1 million from the previously invested £8.5 million towards the Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme to target so-called broadband not-spots in the county.
“This is a great opportunity for Worcestershire, as we have already worked with over 100 communities and managed to secure more than £2.2 million worth of vouchers."
In some cases, the voucher amount was not enough to pay for the infrastructure upgrade. This top-up funding means many more schemes can be funded, providing this future-proofed connectivity to thousands more homes in the most rural locations which are otherwise unlikely to get it for many years.
Digital infrastructure minister, Matt Warman, said: “This government believes access to fast and reliable broadband is essential to modern life and should be available to all, which is why I’m delighted to see Worcestershire County Council joining forces with us in our mission to deliver next-generation speeds to the most remote areas of the country.
“I hope this welcome boost to our programme will encourage even more people in Worcestershire to join the digital fast lane.”
The upgrade will mean people in rural areas will be better equipped to stay in touch with loved ones and work from home.
The funding for the vouchers will be distributed on a first come, first served basis until the end of March 2021, when the scheme will close.
To qualify for the scheme, residents must live in a rural area, be unable to get broadband speeds of 100Mbps or more, not be in an existing government-funded plan for a broadband upgrade, and apply as a group of two or more premises.
The government’s £200 million Gigabit Broadband Vouchers Scheme currently provides up to £3,500 funding for eligible businesses and up to £1,500 for eligible residential properties to install gigabit-capable connections.
The extra £1 million will be used to match the funding so that eligible businesses can now apply for up to a maximum of £7,000 and eligible residential properties up to £3,000.
Visit gigabitvoucher.culture.gov.uk to find a list of suppliers in their local area. A list of frequently asked questions is available at superfastworcestershire.com/#faqs.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-13--Premier League: What September matches will be on BBC, BT and Sky Sports?

All 28 Premier League matches being played behind closed doors during September will be shown live on TV after an agreement was reached on Tuesday , it has been confirmed .
The league said the existing rights holders – which include Sky Sports , BT Sport , Amazon and the BBC – will all now screen matches in September .
Seventeen of the matches were already scheduled for broadcast but the league has confirmed that the remaining 11 will be too .
We 've put together the latest fixture list of matches , including which broadcaster will show them .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ September ?
Sky Sports and BT Sport have already selected 17 matches for live broadcast for the first three match rounds of the 2020/21 season .
Of theose remaining 11 matches , Sky Sports will broadcast an additional six , BT Sport a further three and BBC and Amazon Prime Video one each .
What about the radio ?
At the time of writing , the Premier League say they are also in discussions with BBC Radio 5 Live and talkSPORT to agree a similar solution for radio .
What about matches after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ website , the Premier Leage said : `` In consultation with all relevant stakeholders , the Premier League is considering appropriate arrangements for matches which will take place after 1 October .
`` The Premier League is working on a step-by-step approach , while monitoring the developments regarding the League ’ s number one priority of getting fans back into full stadiums as soon as possible , with safety always being our priority . ''
FIXTURE LIST : Here 's when these Premier League matches will be shown on TV All times below @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that confirmation of broadcast selections for the final 10 fixtures in September will follow in due course .

The league said the existing rights holders – which include Sky Sports, BT Sport, Amazon and the BBC – will all now screen matches in September.
Seventeen of the matches were already scheduled for broadcast but the league has confirmed that the remaining 11 will be too.
We've put together the latest fixture list of matches, including which broadcaster will show them.
How many matches will broadcasters show in September?
Sky Sports and BT Sport have already selected 17 matches for live broadcast for the first three match rounds of the 2020/21 season.
Of theose remaining 11 matches, Sky Sports will broadcast an additional six, BT Sport a further three and BBC and Amazon Prime Video one each.
What about the radio?
At the time of writing, the Premier League say they are also in discussions with BBC Radio 5 Live and talkSPORT to agree a similar solution for radio.
What about matches after September?
In a statement on their website, the Premier Leage said: "In consultation with all relevant stakeholders, the Premier League is considering appropriate arrangements for matches which will take place after 1 October.
"The Premier League is working on a step-by-step approach, while monitoring the developments regarding the League’s number one priority of getting fans back into full stadiums as soon as possible, with safety always being our priority."
FIXTURE LIST: Here's when these Premier League matches will be shown on TV
All times below are BST.
The Premier League say that confirmation of broadcast selections for the final 10 fixtures in September will follow in due course.
Monday, September 14, 2020
18:00 Sheffield Utd v Wolves (Sky Sports)
20:15 Brighton v Chelsea (Sky Sports)
Saturday, September 19, 2020
12:30 Everton v West Brom (BT Sport)
15:00 Leeds v Fulham (BT Sport)
17:30 Man Utd v Crystal Palace (Sky Sports)
20:00 Arsenal v West Ham (Sky Sports)
Sunday, September 20, 2020
12:00 Southampton v Spurs (BT Sport)
14:00 Newcastle v Brighton (Sky Sports)
16:30 Chelsea v Liverpool (Sky Sports)
19:00 Leicester v Burnley (BBC Sport)
Monday, September 21, 2020
18:00 Aston Villa v Sheffield Utd (Sky Sports)
20:15 Wolves v Man City (Sky Sports)


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-14--Kidderminster man's killer 'cut grass with scissors' in front of police

A KILLER who once kicked a Kidderminster man to death in a row over money was back in court for an attack on a 70-year-old woman and for `` cutting grass with a pair of a scissors '' in front of a police officer .
Karl Hardwick , who has a conviction for manslaughter , appeared at Worcester Crown Court on Friday over videolink from HMP Hewell for a series of strange and violent incidents in Worcester , including cutting grass with a pair of scissors in Warndon .
The 37-year-old , of no fixed abode , was due to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ harm at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on January 18 this year and for a string of offences in April .
Those offences include battery against a 70-year-old woman , ABH against another woman , using violence to enter the woman ’ s flat , and criminal damage .
Hardwick cut the grass with scissors on Chedworth Drive .
Photo from Google Maps At the same hearing , he admitted carrying a bladed article on September 22 last year – a pair of scissors - in Chedworth Drive in Warndon , Worcester .
Simon Burch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s clear there ’ s some peculiar features of the offence , not least the bladed article which are scissors used by the defendant to cut grass in the presence of the officer.
” Twenty years ago , the former drug addict , then 17 , kicked Kidderminster father-of-four Thomas O ’ Brien to death following a row over money outside St Paul ’ s Hostel after knocking out some of the victim ’ s teeth two days earlier .
He was sentenced to eight years ' youth custody in 2000 after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ killed Mr O'Brien .
Hardwick was then sentenced to 22 weeks in prison at Worcester Magistrates Court last January after making threats which breached a suspended sentence he was given in September 2017 for assaulting police constable Deborah Manson in the execution of her duty .
Judge Nicholas Cole said of the new charges : “ These are offences which , taken together , cross the custody threshold .
The defendant has a significant antecedent history including an offence of manslaughter when he was aged 17.
” Sam Lamsdale , defending , said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be sentenced '' and said his mental health had deteriorated again while in custody .
She applied to adjourn the case for a further psychiatric report to see whether the doctor recommends a section 37 or 41 hospital order and whether there may be a bed available at a clinic .
The judge said a previous assessment by another doctor found the defendant ’ s presentation did not warrant an urgent transfer to hospital but accepted this was before Hardwick ’ s mental health had deteriorated .
There had also been discussions about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ suffers from schizophrenia and treated at HMP Birmingham .
However , the defendant is now at HMP Hewell and was never transferred for an assessment while at Birmingham .
Mrs Lamsdale said a letter was sent by the doctor to the Birmingham prison but `` it seems that it was never acted upon '' and there had n't yet been any formal assessment .
Karl Hardwick appeared at Worcester Crown Court on Friday over videolink from HMP Hewell The solicitor said he had been admitted to the mental health unit at Worcester on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Judge Cole said it was `` unfortunate this application [ to adjourn ] is made today when this is listed for plea and sentence '' , but Mrs Lamsdale said this reflected a change in her client ’ s instructions .
Judge Cole , who described the defendant as `` acting strangely '' with the scissors , agreed to adjourn the case until a report determines Hardwick 's possible schizophrenia diagnosis .
The court heard how the defendant had experienced features of psychosis and hallucinations .
The probation service is due to interview @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prepare a pre-sentence report .
In the meantime , the defendant has been remanded in custody .

Karl Hardwick, who has a conviction for manslaughter, appeared at Worcester Crown Court on Friday over videolink from HMP Hewell for a series of strange and violent incidents in Worcester, including cutting grass with a pair of scissors in Warndon.
The 37-year-old, of no fixed abode, was due to be sentenced for assault occasioning actual bodily harm at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on January 18 this year and for a string of offences in April.
Those offences include battery against a 70-year-old woman, ABH against another woman, using violence to enter the woman’s flat, and criminal damage.
Hardwick cut the grass with scissors on Chedworth Drive. Photo from Google Maps
At the same hearing, he admitted carrying a bladed article on September 22 last year – a pair of scissors - in Chedworth Drive in Warndon, Worcester.
Simon Burch, prosecuting, said: “It’s clear there’s some peculiar features of the offence, not least the bladed article which are scissors used by the defendant to cut grass in the presence of the officer.”
Twenty years ago, the former drug addict, then 17, kicked Kidderminster father-of-four Thomas O’Brien to death following a row over money outside St Paul’s Hostel after knocking out some of the victim’s teeth two days earlier.
He was sentenced to eight years' youth custody in 2000 after admitting being one of two teenagers who killed Mr O'Brien.
Hardwick was then sentenced to 22 weeks in prison at Worcester Magistrates Court last January after making threats which breached a suspended sentence he was given in September 2017 for assaulting police constable Deborah Manson in the execution of her duty.
Judge Nicholas Cole said of the new charges: “These are offences which, taken together, cross the custody threshold. The defendant has a significant antecedent history including an offence of manslaughter when he was aged 17.”
Sam Lamsdale, defending, said her client had been "anxious to be sentenced" and said his mental health had deteriorated again while in custody.
She applied to adjourn the case for a further psychiatric report to see whether the doctor recommends a section 37 or 41 hospital order and whether there may be a bed available at a clinic.
The judge said a previous assessment by another doctor found the defendant’s presentation did not warrant an urgent transfer to hospital but accepted this was before Hardwick’s mental health had deteriorated.
There had also been discussions about Hardwick being assessed to see if he suffers from schizophrenia and treated at HMP Birmingham. However, the defendant is now at HMP Hewell and was never transferred for an assessment while at Birmingham.
Mrs Lamsdale said a letter was sent by the doctor to the Birmingham prison but "it seems that it was never acted upon" and there hadn't yet been any formal assessment.
Karl Hardwick appeared at Worcester Crown Court on Friday over videolink from HMP Hewell
The solicitor said he had been admitted to the mental health unit at Worcester on five separate occasions in 18 months.
Judge Cole said it was "unfortunate this application [to adjourn] is made today when this is listed for plea and sentence", but Mrs Lamsdale said this reflected a change in her client’s instructions.
Judge Cole, who described the defendant as "acting strangely" with the scissors, agreed to adjourn the case until a report determines Hardwick's possible schizophrenia diagnosis. The court heard how the defendant had experienced features of psychosis and hallucinations.
The probation service is due to interview Hardwick in prison on September 16 to prepare a pre-sentence report. In the meantime, the defendant has been remanded in custody.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-14--Body found at Trimpley Reservoir

Body found at Trimpley Reservoir

A MAN 's body has been found at Trimpley Reservoir near Bewdley .
The body was recovered from the water @ @ @ @ @ , September 13 .
Police say the man was confirmed dead shortly afterwards .
A @ @ @ @ @ said : `` A man ’ s body has been found in Trimpley Resorvoir near @ @ @ @ @ was located at just before 10.45am on Sunday , September 13 and recovered from the @ @ @ @ @ while later , he was pronounced dead . ''
Formal identification has not yet taken @ @ @ @ @ are not treating the death as suspicious .

The body was recovered from the water shortly before 10.45am on Sunday, September 13.
Police say the man was confirmed dead shortly afterwards.
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said: "A man’s body has been found in Trimpley Resorvoir near Kidderminster.
"The body was located at just before 10.45am on Sunday, September 13 and recovered from the water.
"A short while later, he was pronounced dead."
Formal identification has not yet taken place but officers say they are not treating the death as suspicious.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-14--Police will fine coronavirus rule-breakers where appropriate

SOCIAL gatherings of more than six people are illegal from today under new rules .
The law change means larger groups meeting indoors or outdoors could face fines of up to £3,200 if repeatedly ignored .
The changes do not apply to schools , workplaces , weddings , funerals and organised team sports .
Those found breaking the law will face a £100 fine which double on each offence up to a maximum of £3,200 .
Until today , government guidance said two households of any size were allowed to meet indoors or outdoors , or up to six people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had no powers to stop gatherings unless they exceeded 30 people .
A single household or support bubble that is larger than six people will still be able to gather and venues like places of worship , gyms , restaurants and hospitality settings can still hold more than six in total .
Schools and workplaces are not affected by the new rules whilst weddings and funerals can still go ahead with a limit of 30 people if conducted in a Covid-secure way .
West Mercia Police said officers would continue to be visible @ @ @ @ @ @ @ appropriate . ''
Superintendent Sue Thomas of West Mercia Police said : “ Nationally we ’ re starting to see a rise in infections and so it ’ s vital that each and every one of us plays our part in reducing the spread of coronavirus by following the regulations and guidelines the Government have put in place .
“ Over the last seven months the vast majority of people across Herefordshire , Shropshire and Worcestershire have done the right thing and adhered to the guidelines and we are sure this will remain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will continue to be visible in our communities and we will speak to those seen breaking the rules .
“ Where it ’ s appropriate to do so we will use our powers and enforce the fine.
” On top of the clampdown on social gatherings , businesses have been instructed to support the NHS Test and Trace system by making it mandatory to collect data and keep it for 21 days .
Pubs , restaurants and other hospitality businesses will also be forced to collect customers ' details , Health Secretary Matt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being voluntary .
The crackdown comes after warnings from government medical chiefs that the public are now too relaxed about coronavirus .

The law change means larger groups meeting indoors or outdoors could face fines of up to £3,200 if repeatedly ignored.
The changes do not apply to schools, workplaces, weddings, funerals and organised team sports.
Those found breaking the law will face a £100 fine which double on each offence up to a maximum of £3,200.
Until today, government guidance said two households of any size were allowed to meet indoors or outdoors, or up to six people from different households outdoors and the police had no powers to stop gatherings unless they exceeded 30 people.
A single household or support bubble that is larger than six people will still be able to gather and venues like places of worship, gyms, restaurants and hospitality settings can still hold more than six in total.
Schools and workplaces are not affected by the new rules whilst weddings and funerals can still go ahead with a limit of 30 people if conducted in a Covid-secure way.
West Mercia Police said officers would continue to be visible and will hand out fines "where appropriate."
Superintendent Sue Thomas of West Mercia Police said: “Nationally we’re starting to see a rise in infections and so it’s vital that each and every one of us plays our part in reducing the spread of coronavirus by following the regulations and guidelines the Government have put in place.
“Over the last seven months the vast majority of people across Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire have done the right thing and adhered to the guidelines and we are sure this will remain the case.
“However, we will continue to be visible in our communities and we will speak to those seen breaking the rules.
“Where it’s appropriate to do so we will use our powers and enforce the fine.”
On top of the clampdown on social gatherings, businesses have been instructed to support the NHS Test and Trace system by making it mandatory to collect data and keep it for 21 days.
Pubs, restaurants and other hospitality businesses will also be forced to collect customers' details, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said, instead of it just being voluntary.
The crackdown comes after warnings from government medical chiefs that the public are now too relaxed about coronavirus.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-14--Stourport Hockey Club win tense over 50s final

Result 5-4 to Stourport after a penalty shoot out Midlands-based team Stourport met their London rival , to compete at England Hockey ’ s National final of the over 50 ’ s men ’ s hockey championship ; this is hockey ’ s equivalent to football ’ s FA Cup for veterans .
Originally planned for early April , this long awaited final took place at Beeston Hockey Club , Nottingham Hockey Centre .
Stourport lost in the final to Reading last year so were very keen not to have a repeat .
The field included many England international players @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Stokes , Tim Wood , Nisar Chaudhry Simon Thompson and David Knott for Stourport , plus Gary Carlisle , a Zimbabwe international , currently playing for Wales .
An action-packed first half , saw aggressive play from both teams , fast paced , and end to end , with lots of counter attacks from both teams .
A strong attack from Stourport six minutes in saw Nisar Chaudhry taking Stourport 1-0 up .
Both teams showed very strong defence throughout with exceptional play from their goalkeepers .
Half time saw Indian Gym 2-1 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ minute and then again from a corner in the 25th minute .
Stourport upped the pressure in the second half , being unlucky in not converting from a number of short corners , and open play ; Indian Gym continued to strongly intercept to keep the score at 2-1 for much of the second half , until with seven minutes to go Tim Wood scored in open play .
Terrific strong play from both teams continued in the last few minutes with Tim Wood hitting the bar in the last few seconds , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was equal at 2-2 where the game went to penalty shuffles , with five opportunities to score within eight seconds .
Final score 5-4 to Stourport in a nail biting shoot out .

Tier One Championship Final Stourport Hockey vs Indian Gymkhana
Result 5-4 to Stourport after a penalty shoot out
Report submitted by Stourport Hockey Club
Midlands-based team Stourport met their London rival, to compete at England Hockey’s National final of the over 50’s men’s hockey championship; this is hockey’s equivalent to football’s FA Cup for veterans. Originally planned for early April, this long awaited final took place at Beeston Hockey Club, Nottingham Hockey Centre. Stourport lost in the final to Reading last year so were very keen not to have a repeat.
The field included many England international players, who currently still play including Dave Stokes, Tim Wood, Nisar Chaudhry Simon Thompson and David Knott for Stourport, plus Gary Carlisle, a Zimbabwe international, currently playing for Wales.
An action-packed first half, saw aggressive play from both teams, fast paced, and end to end, with lots of counter attacks from both teams. A strong attack from Stourport six minutes in saw Nisar Chaudhry taking Stourport 1-0 up.
Both teams showed very strong defence throughout with exceptional play from their goalkeepers. Half time saw Indian Gym 2-1 up, having scored in the 20th minute and then again from a corner in the 25th minute.
Stourport upped the pressure in the second half, being unlucky in not converting from a number of short corners, and open play; Indian Gym continued to strongly intercept to keep the score at 2-1 for much of the second half, until with seven minutes to go Tim Wood scored in open play.
Terrific strong play from both teams continued in the last few minutes with Tim Wood hitting the bar in the last few seconds, but at full time with the score was equal at 2-2 where the game went to penalty shuffles, with five opportunities to score within eight seconds.
Final score 5-4 to Stourport in a nail biting shoot out.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-14--Birmingham League cricket: Barnt Green take top spot

BARNT Green have bagged top spot in Group Four of the Birmingham Cricket League 's Graham Williamson Trophy after pulling off a prized three wicket win over closest rivals Barnards Green .
In what proved a low scoring affair , Barnt Green bowled out their Malvern based opponents for a modest 102 total with four and a half overs to spare .
Barnt Green then breezed to a winning 106 for seven in the 26th over .
Oliver Halion hit top score of 32 for Barnards Green , whose innings collapsed , losing their last six wickets for a miserly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no answer to the leg spin of Barnt Green skipper Darrel Williams who effectively mopped up the innings by taking four for 10 from his four over spell .
In fact all the Barnt Green bowlers proved highly economical , Adam Hines also impressing with three for 23 .
Despite the presence of Worcestershire quick bowler Josh Tongue in the ranks , Barnards Green could n't prevent Barnt Green from reaching their target .
Indeed Tongue proved particularly wayward when bowling two sets of five consecutive wides in his figures of three for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ul Hassan snapped up three for 27 .
Barnt Green complete their Group Four stage matches this Saturday when they entertain Ombersley at Cherry Hill Road , where victory for the Green would confirm their semi-final place .
Ombersley hit some welcome form with a 70 run success over an understrength Kidderminster side who have now suffered three straight defeats .
Worcestershire 's England Under-19 batsman Josh Dell stole the show for Ombersley scoring 106 from 133 balls to help his side post 223 for three from their allotted 40 overs .
Kidderminster @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rate in reply as they were restricted to 156 for three at close , opening bat Andy Kimberlin cracking his side 's top score of 49 .
Kidderminster complete their campaign when they entertain Bromsgrove this Saturday at Chester Road , the visitors having just celebrated their first success since lockdown was eased with a four wicket triumph over Halesowen .
Harry Baddams hit 80 not out and found support from wicketkeeper Wes Griffiths with 33 as Halesowen reached 188 for eight , having been 16 for three at one stage .
Bromsgrove @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they replied , Worcestershire wicketkeeper Alex Milton making 78 not out off 76 balls while Jayden Levitt supplied a further 40 .
They enabled Bromsgrove to reach 189 for six with four balls to spare .
HIMLEY went down by a four wicket margin to Walsall in Group Two .
Worcestershire 's Ollie Westbury continued his splendid form withjthe bat by scoring 68 while wicketkeeper Dan Durman added 47 not out as Himley set a target of 165 for seven .
Walsall chased down that total with eight balls to spare when reaching @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 84 not out off 96 balls to lay the foundation for Walsall 's victory despite the efforts of Ben Robinson who reeled off bowling figures of two for 17 from his eight over spell .
Himley will be hoping to end the season on a high when they visit bottom side Harborne on Saturday .

In what proved a low scoring affair, Barnt Green bowled out their Malvern based opponents for a modest 102 total with four and a half overs to spare.
Barnt Green then breezed to a winning 106 for seven in the 26th over.
Oliver Halion hit top score of 32 for Barnards Green, whose innings collapsed, losing their last six wickets for a miserly 19 runs.
The Malvern side had no answer to the leg spin of Barnt Green skipper Darrel Williams who effectively mopped up the innings by taking four for 10 from his four over spell.
In fact all the Barnt Green bowlers proved highly economical, Adam Hines also impressing with three for 23.
Despite the presence of Worcestershire quick bowler Josh Tongue in the ranks, Barnards Green couldn't prevent Barnt Green from reaching their target.
Indeed Tongue proved particularly wayward when bowling two sets of five consecutive wides in his figures of three for 39, while fellow Worcestershire prospect Zain Ul Hassan snapped up three for 27.
Barnt Green complete their Group Four stage matches this Saturday when they entertain Ombersley at Cherry Hill Road, where victory for the Green would confirm their semi-final place.
Ombersley hit some welcome form with a 70 run success over an understrength Kidderminster side who have now suffered three straight defeats.
Worcestershire's England Under-19 batsman Josh Dell stole the show for Ombersley scoring 106 from 133 balls to help his side post 223 for three from their allotted 40 overs.
Kidderminster soon found themselves way behind the asking rate in reply as they were restricted to 156 for three at close, opening bat Andy Kimberlin cracking his side's top score of 49.
Kidderminster complete their campaign when they entertain Bromsgrove this Saturday at Chester Road, the visitors having just celebrated their first success since lockdown was eased with a four wicket triumph over Halesowen.
Harry Baddams hit 80 not out and found support from wicketkeeper Wes Griffiths with 33 as Halesowen reached 188 for eight, having been 16 for three at one stage.
Bromsgrove finally came good with the bat when they replied, Worcestershire wicketkeeper Alex Milton making 78 not out off 76 balls while Jayden Levitt supplied a further 40.
They enabled Bromsgrove to reach 189 for six with four balls to spare.
HIMLEY went down by a four wicket margin to Walsall in Group Two.
Worcestershire's Ollie Westbury continued his splendid form withjthe bat by scoring 68 while wicketkeeper Dan Durman added 47 not out as Himley set a target of 165 for seven.
Walsall chased down that total with eight balls to spare when reaching 168 for six.
Billy-Jo Cox blitzed 84 not out off 96 balls to lay the foundation for Walsall's victory despite the efforts of Ben Robinson who reeled off bowling figures of two for 17 from his eight over spell.
Himley will be hoping to end the season on a high when they visit bottom side Harborne on Saturday.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-14--Sir Keir Starmer 'self-isolating' hours after appearing on LBC radio show

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has gone into self-isolation after a member of his household developed symptoms of Covid-19 .
@ @ @ @ @ home , but will not take part in Commons proceedings on Monday .
The situation @ @ @ @ @ part in a show on LBC , and the Labour leader ’ s office has @ @ @ @ @ Keir shared a studio with host Nick Ferrari during the phone-in show on Monday morning @ @ @ @ @ A spokesman for Sir Keir said : `` This morning Keir Starmer was advised to @ @ @ @ @ his household showed possible symptoms of the coronavirus .
`` The member of his household @ @ @ @ @ .
`` In line with NHS guidelines , Keir will self-isolate while awaiting the results @ @ @ @ @ advice from medical professionals . ''

He will continue working from home, but will not take part in Commons proceedings on Monday.
The situation emerged shortly after he took part in a show on LBC, and the Labour leader’s office has alerted the broadcaster.
Sir Keir shared a studio with host Nick Ferrari during the phone-in show on Monday morning (video below).
A spokesman for Sir Keir said: "This morning Keir Starmer was advised to self-isolate after a member of his household showed possible symptoms of the coronavirus.
"The member of his household has now had a test.
"In line with NHS guidelines, Keir will self-isolate while awaiting the results of the test and further advice from medical professionals."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-14--Wetherspoons confirm 66 workers at 50 pubs have tested positive for Covid-19

Pub giant Wetherspoons have confirmed that 66 workers at 50 branches across the country have tested postive for coronavirus since reopening in the summer .
We 've put together everything you need to know .
How many people have visited Wetherspoons pubs since they reopened in July ?
Wetherspoons said about 32 million people have visited its pubs since they reopened their doors at the start of July .
How many Wetherspoons staff have tested for positive since they reopened ?
The company said it has reported 66 positive tests for Covid-19 among its 41,564 employees since reopening .
Tim @ @ @ @ @ @ @ group , said a total of 811 pubs have reported zero positive tests , 40 pubs have reported one , six pubs have reported two , two pubs reported three and two pubs reported four .
The firm said most of the reported cases have been mild or asymptomatic and 28 of the 66 employees have already returned to work , after self-isolating in accordance with medical guidelines .
The locations of the pubs affected by staff testing postive for Covid-19 were not disclosed .
Wetherspoons said it has invested around £15 million @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
How was trade at Wetherspoons before the new rules on social gatherings started ?
Mr Martin added that trading was “ very quiet ” over the weekend , before the Government tightened restrictions on larger social gatherings .
The pub boss shrugged off claims that larger groups might rush to the pub before the implementation of the new “ rule of six ” from Monday .
The new rule means people could face fines of up to £3,200 if they are involved in social gatherings of more than six people .
Mr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ quiet over the weekend , as the public weighed up the evidence about the alleged dangers of going out – Wetherspoon sales were 22.5 per cent below the equivalent Saturday last year.
” Trade groups , including the British Beer & Pub Association , said the new rule will halt the recovery of hospitality firms without extended financial support for the sector .
On Monday ( September 14 ) , Mr Martin told investors that he believes the safety of pubs during the pandemic has been “ widely misunderstood ” .
Last month @ @ @ @ @ @ @ food sales were down 16.9 per cent for the 44 days to August 16 , compared with the same period last year .
Mr Martin said the sales slump means it expects to post a loss for the year to July 26 .

We've put together everything you need to know.
How many people have visited Wetherspoons pubs since they reopened in July?
Wetherspoons said about 32 million people have visited its pubs since they reopened their doors at the start of July.
How many Wetherspoons staff have tested for positive since they reopened?
The company said it has reported 66 positive tests for Covid-19 among its 41,564 employees since reopening.
Tim Martin, founder and chairman of the group, said a total of 811 pubs have reported zero positive tests, 40 pubs have reported one, six pubs have reported two, two pubs reported three and two pubs reported four.
The firm said most of the reported cases have been mild or asymptomatic and 28 of the 66 employees have already returned to work, after self-isolating in accordance with medical guidelines.
The locations of the pubs affected by staff testing postive for Covid-19 were not disclosed.
Wetherspoons said it has invested around £15 million in its social distancing and hygiene measures.
How was trade at Wetherspoons before the new rules on social gatherings started?
Mr Martin added that trading was “very quiet” over the weekend, before the Government tightened restrictions on larger social gatherings.
The pub boss shrugged off claims that larger groups might rush to the pub before the implementation of the new “rule of six” from Monday.
The new rule means people could face fines of up to £3,200 if they are involved in social gatherings of more than six people.
Mr Martin said: “Trade was very quiet over the weekend, as the public weighed up the evidence about the alleged dangers of going out – Wetherspoon sales were 22.5 per cent below the equivalent Saturday last year.”
Trade groups, including the British Beer & Pub Association, said the new rule will halt the recovery of hospitality firms without extended financial support for the sector.
On Monday (September 14), Mr Martin told investors that he believes the safety of pubs during the pandemic has been “widely misunderstood”.
Last month, the group said like-for-like bar and food sales were down 16.9 per cent for the 44 days to August 16, compared with the same period last year.
Mr Martin said the sales slump means it expects to post a loss for the year to July 26.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-14--Why are coronavirus deaths in the UK low despite a rise in the number of cases?

Coronavirus cases have soared across the UK in recent days - however data has revealed that hospitalisations and deaths from the virus remain low .
With schools and universities returning this month , many fear that the pandemic is once against spiralling out of control - yet while case numbers are high , fatalities and hospitalisations remain low .
While the number of cases in the UK spiked on Sunday and Monday ( September 6 and 7 ) , currently , researchers aren ’ t sure why exactly hospitalisations and deaths remain relatively low - but they have a few @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Public Health England by The Times shows that around two-thirds of confirmed cases in the last week of August were among the under-40s , while the rate of infection among older people has fallen .
Young people are much less likely to suffer a severe infection requiring hospitalisation , and are much less likely to die from coronavirus .
Some experts believe that the age of those getting infected is thus keeping hospitalisation and death numbers down .
Since the start of the pandemic , medical professionals have thankfully learned more about how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ patients .
Recently , researchers at Oxford published an analysis showing that people who had coronavirus in June were four times less likely to die in hospital than those who were ill with it in April .
As well as using steroids dexamethasone and hydrocortisone to improve chances of recovery , doctors have switched to non-invasive devices to aid breathing .
Hospitals have also improved infection control , avoiding cross-contamination , and hospitals are quieter than they were at the peak of the pandemic .
According to PHE data just 374 people over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ last week of August , compared to 10,770 during the first week of April .
This indicates that people over 70 - the most vulnerable age category - are still taking precautions such as shielding to avoid contracting the virus .
During March and April , testing was only available to staff and patients in hospitals .
Currently , however , nearly 90 % of new cases are being identified through walk-in and drive-through testing sites , possibly identifying cases that might have slipped under the radar before .
Some experts theorise that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ load - the amount of the virus present in someone ’ s body .
Some research has shown that mask-wearing and social distancing can reduce the amount of the virus that someone is exposed to , potentially leading to a less serious illness .
What have experts said ?
Professor James Naismith , director of the Rosalind Franklin Institute and professor of structural biology at the University of Oxford , said : “ Many scientists have warned that Covid-19 was a marathon , not a sprint .
“ Winter is likely to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is fast approaching .
What happens next will be determined by a number of factors , some in our control and some not.
” He added : “ The more people wash their hands and practise social distancing – especially by and around the vulnerable – the lower the number of deaths and illness we will see .
”

With schools and universities returning this month, many fear that the pandemic is once against spiralling out of control - yet while case numbers are high, fatalities and hospitalisations remain low.
While the number of cases in the UK spiked on Sunday and Monday (September 6 and 7), currently, researchers aren’t sure why exactly hospitalisations and deaths remain relatively low - but they have a few working theories.
Younger people catching coronavirus
Analysis of data from Public Health England by The Times shows that around two-thirds of confirmed cases in the last week of August were among the under-40s, while the rate of infection among older people has fallen.
Young people are much less likely to suffer a severe infection requiring hospitalisation, and are much less likely to die from coronavirus.
Some experts believe that the age of those getting infected is thus keeping hospitalisation and death numbers down.
Better treatment
Since the start of the pandemic, medical professionals have thankfully learned more about how to successfully treat coronavirus in very ill patients.
Recently, researchers at Oxford published an analysis showing that people who had coronavirus in June were four times less likely to die in hospital than those who were ill with it in April.
As well as using steroids dexamethasone and hydrocortisone to improve chances of recovery, doctors have switched to non-invasive devices to aid breathing.
Hospitals have also improved infection control, avoiding cross-contamination, and hospitals are quieter than they were at the peak of the pandemic.
Shielding
According to PHE data just 374 people over 70 tested positive for coronavirus during the last week of August, compared to 10,770 during the first week of April.
This indicates that people over 70 - the most vulnerable age category - are still taking precautions such as shielding to avoid contracting the virus.
More testing
During March and April, testing was only available to staff and patients in hospitals.
Currently, however, nearly 90% of new cases are being identified through walk-in and drive-through testing sites, possibly identifying cases that might have slipped under the radar before.
Social distancing
Some experts theorise that social distancing can mean a lower viral load - the amount of the virus present in someone’s body.
Some research has shown that mask-wearing and social distancing can reduce the amount of the virus that someone is exposed to, potentially leading to a less serious illness.
What have experts said?
Professor James Naismith, director of the Rosalind Franklin Institute and professor of structural biology at the University of Oxford, said: “Many scientists have warned that Covid-19 was a marathon, not a sprint.
“Winter is likely to be a time of maximum danger and this is fast approaching. What happens next will be determined by a number of factors, some in our control and some not.”
He added: “The more people wash their hands and practise social distancing – especially by and around the vulnerable – the lower the number of deaths and illness we will see.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-14--Kidderminster drug driver will lose his job after second offence

A DRUG driver from Kidderminster who drove after taking two different drugs was called `` a bit dim '' by magistrates .
Leon Millman , who is self-employed running his family 's business , will now lose his job after he admitted two charges of drug driving at Worcester Magistrates ' Court on Thursday ( September 10 ) .
The second time he was caught , he had metabolites of both cocaine and cannabis in his system – although his solicitor argued that his driving was not impaired and that the cocaine metabolite had no impact on a person 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ John ’ s Avenue , Kidderminster , was stopped on the A449 at Ombersley on January 6 this year and found to have 5.4mg of cannabis metabolite Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol in his blood - more than two and a half times the limit of 2mg .
He was stopped again on February 9 in Wolverley Road , Kidderminster , this time with two drugs in his system .
A test revealed 4.8mg of the cannabis metabolite and 247mg of benzoylecgonine ( BZE ) , the cocaine metabolite which is close to five times the limit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , said the defendant was a man of good character with no previous convictions .
He said : “ You ’ re looking at two occasions here and on one occasion there were two different kinds of drug.
” Mr Hambling said there were no other aggravating features .
A probation officer who interviewed Millman said he presented as `` open and honest in regard to what appears to definitely be a life lesson for him at the age if 20 '' .
She said : “ He ’ s mortified and struggled @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in themselves have been very trying for him.
” Millman told her he had cocaine and a cannabis spliff at New Year , driving a day or two afterwards but had no issues with drugs and that it was a one-off .
He is self-employed , working for a gardening and fencing business while his dad cares for his mum , she told the court .
“ He will lose his licence and therefore he needs to look for alternative work and dad isn ’ t best pleased , ” she said .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ It ’ s a very interesting fact that BZE doesn ’ t have any effect on your driving .
The level of impairment seems to be zero.
” Mr Harper handed up references on his client ’ s behalf .
He reminded magistrates there was no course for drug driving in the way there was for excess alcohol – if completed , the drink drive course reduces the length of any ban .
He said Millman had been `` calm and compliant '' with police .
“ He has kept the business @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Harper , quoting the defendant ’ s mum .
Brent Robinson , the chairman of the bench , said : “ You ’ re a bit dim if you don ’ t mind me saying so .
`` It has been well known for a number of years that driving and drugs don ’ t mix.
” He said he would have thought , after the first time he was caught , Millman would have learned his lesson but `` one month later you ’ re back in the same boat again '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ offence and ordered him to pay £135 costs and a £34 victim surcharge .
Millman was also banned from driving for 12 months .

Leon Millman, who is self-employed running his family's business, will now lose his job after he admitted two charges of drug driving at Worcester Magistrates' Court on Thursday (September 10).
The second time he was caught, he had metabolites of both cocaine and cannabis in his system – although his solicitor argued that his driving was not impaired and that the cocaine metabolite had no impact on a person's driving.
The 20-year-old, of St John’s Avenue, Kidderminster, was stopped on the A449 at Ombersley on January 6 this year and found to have 5.4mg of cannabis metabolite Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol in his blood - more than two and a half times the limit of 2mg.
He was stopped again on February 9 in Wolverley Road, Kidderminster, this time with two drugs in his system.
A test revealed 4.8mg of the cannabis metabolite and 247mg of benzoylecgonine (BZE), the cocaine metabolite which is close to five times the limit of 50mg.
Mark Hambling, prosecuting, said the defendant was a man of good character with no previous convictions.
He said: “You’re looking at two occasions here and on one occasion there were two different kinds of drug.”
Mr Hambling said there were no other aggravating features.
A probation officer who interviewed Millman said he presented as "open and honest in regard to what appears to definitely be a life lesson for him at the age if 20".
She said: “He’s mortified and struggled with the situation and the court proceedings in themselves have been very trying for him.”
Millman told her he had cocaine and a cannabis spliff at New Year, driving a day or two afterwards but had no issues with drugs and that it was a one-off.
He is self-employed, working for a gardening and fencing business while his dad cares for his mum, she told the court.
“He will lose his licence and therefore he needs to look for alternative work and dad isn’t best pleased,” she said.
Gary Harper, defending, said: “It’s a very interesting fact that BZE doesn’t have any effect on your driving. The level of impairment seems to be zero.”
Mr Harper handed up references on his client’s behalf.
He reminded magistrates there was no course for drug driving in the way there was for excess alcohol – if completed, the drink drive course reduces the length of any ban.
He said Millman had been "calm and compliant" with police.
“He has kept the business afloat single handed,” said Mr Harper, quoting the defendant’s mum.
Brent Robinson, the chairman of the bench, said: “You’re a bit dim if you don’t mind me saying so.
"It has been well known for a number of years that driving and drugs don’t mix.”
He said he would have thought, after the first time he was caught, Millman would have learned his lesson but "one month later you’re back in the same boat again".
Magistrates fined him £120 for each offence and ordered him to pay £135 costs and a £34 victim surcharge.
Millman was also banned from driving for 12 months.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-14--Wanted Kidderminster man may have fled to Scotland

A MAN with links to Kidderminster is wanted by police for breaching his bail conditions .
Jerraldo Collins has connections @ @ @ @ @ and Droitwich areas , however police believe he may have travelled to Scotland .
Officers @ @ @ @ @ members of the public on the 31-year-old 's whereabouts and have released a photograph of @ @ @ @ @ his appearance .
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said : `` We are appealing @ @ @ @ @ us find wanted man , Jerraldo Collins .
`` 31-year-old Jerraldo is missing from the @ @ @ @ @ area and wanted for breaching his court bail conditions .
`` He is described as @ @ @ @ @ medium build and with short hair .
`` It is thought he might have travelled @ @ @ @ @ with information on Collins ' whereabouts is urged to contact West Mercia Police on 101 @

Jerraldo Collins has connections to the Kidderminster, Worcester and Droitwich areas, however police believe he may have travelled to Scotland.
Officers are appealing for information from members of the public on the 31-year-old's whereabouts and have released a photograph of Collins and a description of his appearance.
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said: "We are appealing to the public to help us find wanted man, Jerraldo Collins.
"31-year-old Jerraldo is missing from the Worcester, Kidderminster and Droitwich area and wanted for breaching his court bail conditions.
"He is described as 5ft 11, of a medium build and with short hair.
"It is thought he might have travelled to Scotland."
Anyone with information on Collins' whereabouts is urged to contact West Mercia Police on 101.