kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-27--BBC One needs contestants for a new gameshow with Michael McIntyre

Producers of a new BBC One primetime gameshow have launched a search for contestants to take part - and be in the with the chance of winning cash .
Here 's everything you need to know about the show - and how to apply .
What is the new show ?
Comedian and presenter Michael McIntyre will host a brand new , feel-good , prime-time game show on BBC One , called The Wheel .
What will contestants need to do ?
The BBC 's website states : `` We will be giving contestants the chance to win an amazing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` But do n't worry , you wo n't be alone , you 'll also have celebrity experts to assist you in answering questions and hopefully bag you the jackpot !
`` We 're searching for fun , confident and outgoing people who think they have the knowledge to take on The Wheel . ''
The Wheel is produced for the BBC by Hungry Bear Productions .
How to Take Part Applicants will need to be 18-years-old or over in order to take part in the show .
To apply , send @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The closing date for applications is October 1 , 2020 .

Here's everything you need to know about the show - and how to apply.
What is the new show?
Comedian and presenter Michael McIntyre will host a brand new, feel-good, prime-time game show on BBC One, called The Wheel.
What will contestants need to do?
The BBC's website states: "We will be giving contestants the chance to win an amazing cash prize by taking on The Wheel.
"But don't worry, you won't be alone, you'll also have celebrity experts to assist you in answering questions and hopefully bag you the jackpot!
"We're searching for fun, confident and outgoing people who think they have the knowledge to take on The Wheel."
The Wheel is produced for the BBC by Hungry Bear Productions.
How to Take Part
Applicants will need to be 18-years-old or over in order to take part in the show.
To apply, send an email to the-wheel@hungrybear.tv.
The closing date for applications is October 1, 2020.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-28--Row of shops in Stourport up for sale

Row of shops in Stourport up for sale

A ROW of four shops and the flats above them have gone up for sale in Stourport .
The mixed @ @ @ @ @ corner of York Street and Bridge Street are on the market for £450,000 .
Three @ @ @ @ @ currently occupied and include Gatsby & Belles hairdresser .
To the first and second floors @ @ @ @ @ self-contained two-bedroom flats accessed via a separate roadside doorway , both of which are tenanted @ @ @ @ @ the York Street premises offer two floors of ancillary accommodation .
These floors previously benefitted @ @ @ @ @ four one-bedroom flats .
According to the property listing , the buildings at 23 to @ @ @ @ @ to 1A Bridge Street produce a net income of £29,650 per annum .
Halls Commercial @ @ @ @ @ region of £450,000 .
Viewings are by appointment only .
To view the full listing @ @ @ @

The mixed use brick buildings on the corner of York Street and Bridge Street are on the market for £450,000.
Three of the four shops are currently occupied and include Gatsby & Belles hairdresser.
To the first and second floors over Bridge Street are two self-contained two-bedroom flats accessed via a separate roadside doorway, both of which are tenanted.
The upper floors above the York Street premises offer two floors of ancillary accommodation. These floors previously benefitted from full planning consent for four one-bedroom flats.
According to the property listing, the buildings at 23 to 29 York Street and 1 to 1A Bridge Street produce a net income of £29,650 per annum.
Halls Commercial are welcoming offers in the region of £450,000. Viewings are by appointment only.
To view the full listing, click here.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-28--Worcestershire League: finals for Stourport and Kidderminster

On a fine , blustery and chilly afternoon the culmination of the five main Worcestershire County League Regional Competitions took place across the county on Saturday .
In the Cup Competition Final Pershore 1st XI won the toss against fellow finalists Stourport-on-Severn 1st XI and had no hesitation in deciding to bat first on what looked like a shirt front at Chester Road Sports Club .
After the early loss of opener Paddy Thompson , Chris joined brother Liam Ridings at the crease and immediately both set about building a solid base with some excellent stroke play and shot selection @ @ @ @ @ @ @ centuries at around the halfway point of the innings .
However , with the score on 141 , with plenty overs remaining and the end of innings score looking like it may reach the three hundred mark Liam Ridings holed out at deep mid-off .
This dismissal gave Stourport a lift which they took advantage of as the next ten overs saw them control the scoring rate and get themselves back into the game .
Only a late flurry from Charlie Norton ( 51 off 26 balls ) who with the help of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scored an undefeated century helped Pershore post a challenging target of 278 for victory .
In the second innings , after the loss of an early wicket Ted Bayliss joined opener Charlie Foley at the crease and the two immediately started to punish the loose delivery to give the visitors a quick fire start which began to reverse the pressure on to their opponents .
However , with the score at 88 , the introduction of slow bowler Paddy Thompson changed the course of the match significantly as he almost immediately bowled the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more than a run a ball and the very next ball dismissed Captain Andrew Siwicki in the same way to send a shock wave through the Stourport innings .
The West Worcestershire men then began to rebuild the innings largely thanks to some fine batting from opener Charlie Foley who proved the dominant partner in a sixty two run partnership with George Hatfield for the fifth wicket but it was Thompson again who proved decisive as at the end of his spell he firstly dismissed Hatfield and then followed with the big wicket @ @ @ @ @ @ @ agonisingly one short of a deserved century with just over 100 runs required for victory and the run rate around the 10 per over mark .
Although a late flurry from Matt Hatfield and Andrew Siwicki gave Stourport hope , the damage caused by Thompson in the middle of the innings proved too much to comeback from and Pershore eventually ran out deserved winners by a twenty run margin .
In the Trophy Competition Final Kidderminster 2nd XI won the toss and chose to bat first on a placid looking surface at Cherry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who scored an undefeated century in last weeks semi-final win against Halesowen 2nd XI helped Kidderminster get off to a solid start by posting a run a ball half century , an innings that laid the foundations for a superb late innings onslaught from Captain James Williams ( 70* ) and Chris Pyke ( 91* ) who both finished the innings undefeated to ensure the Chester Road outfit posted a formidable target ( 263-2 ) for opponents Barnards Green 2nd XI to chase .
The Kidderminster 2nd XI opening attack of Sam Wright @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 16-year-old Wright achieved the early breakthrough in the first over by dismissing opposing Captain Andy Wheeler .
The pair then continued bowling well to restrict the flow of runs in the power play which helped to increase the already challenging run rate to a level which meant any new opposition batsman was immediately under pressure to score quickly from the outset .
This constant building of pressure throughout the second innings led to a constant stream of wickets throughout the as the run rate continued to increase .
Only opener Rehan Edavalath ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contribution for the Green but even he had faced 130 balls before being dismissed by the impressive Sam Wright in the penultimate over the game and by then the match was well and truly over as the asking rate had been allowed to climb beyond comprehension as the Kidderminster 2nd XI cruised home by thirty-nine runs .
Netherton 2nd XI won the toss against Bromsgrove 3rd XI in the Vase Competitions Final and decided to bat first on an excellent looking surface at Seth Somers Park .
Arslan Iqbal ( 110 ) then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ parts against some inconsistent Bromsgrove bowling to the point where a first innings core of 300+ looked inevitable .
However , some excellent bowing from Tom Downing , James Bayliss and Matt Banham in the middle of the first innings saw eight wickets fall which helped pull back the final first innings total to a par ( 218 ao ) .
In the second innings , after Bromsgrove had lost an early wicket Bromsgrove Tom Downing and number 3 batsman Mark Bilbrough steadied the ship with a forty-nine run partnership which gave the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ launch their attack from .
However , with just over 120 runs left to win at about a run a ball seamer Ibrar Hussain took three quick wickets for just seven runs which changed the momentum of the innings .
Firstly ’ Downing was bowled by Hussain , then Paul Hutchins missed a straight full toss the very next ball keeper/batsman David Collins was dismissed by a useful yorker .
However , with Bilbrough still undefeated Bromsgrove still had a realistic chance , but only two overs later with his score on ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ many and holed out at mid-on off the bowling of Zohed Tariq which put Netherton 2nd XI firmly back in the driving seat with around 17 overs remaining .
The next seven or so overs saw a further three wickets fall which left around 80 runs to win off the last ten overs with number 9 Oliver Holden and number 10 James Bayliss at the crease .
The two then slowly started to build again and at one stage threatened the first innings total as Bayliss struck 3 maximums and another boundary in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ran out of overs to end just nine runs short of the Netherton 2nd XI first innings total .
In the Shield Competition final played at Ombersley Cricket Club Burghill , Tillington & Weobley 2nd XI won the toss and inserted Barnt Green 3rd XI .
The decision looked a good one as two early wickets fell to the opening Burghill new ball assault but some steady middle order batting from Elliot Evans and Michael Hare ( 53 ) helped a youthful Barnt Green 3rd XI side post what looked like a challenging @ @ @ @ @ @ @ overs .
However , experience told in the end as Burghill learned from the first innings and set there stall out for the long haul , ensuring wickets were hard to come .
Without anyone really dominating Burghill 's experienced line up played solidly throughout the innings and eventually scored the winning runs in the final over of the game for the loss of five wickets to gain the win against a spirited and youthful Barnt Green attack .
In the Plate competition final , the powerful Evesham 1st XI batting line up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inexperienced Ombersley 3rd XI at Himley Cricket Club .
Ombersley won the toss and decided to insert the opposition on what is generally an excellent batting surface at Himley Cricket Club .
After a circumspect start and the loss of an early wicket Muhammad Tahir Mirza ( 100 ) decided that attack was the best form of defence as he set about the youthful attack to record a century off just 90 balls , an innings which laid the foundations for a late innings onslaught which saw 70 runs come in the final @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in turn ensured the South Worcestershire based outfit posted a formidable first innings total ( 266-8 ) which , after a poor start proved far too many for a youthful and energetic Ombersley 3rd XI to chase as they were eventually dismissed in the second innings for 141 , 125 runs short of their unlikely target .
Finals Day concluded what has been an unusual and different season in the Worcestershire County League .
At one stage during the lockdown period thoughts were that competitive cricket looked along , long way away and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ play any meaningful cricket at all .
However , with a sensible change of heart by the Government and a set of conditions and directives agreed to be adhered to for best practice against the Covid-19 virus the ECB announced that competitive inter club cricket had been given the green light .
After some quick consultation and swift organisation , we were then able to plan and enjoy the cricket that we have played at the back end of the season .
The Management Committee of the Worcestershire County League would like to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ high volume of clubs and players that decided to play through the pandemic using the correct and proper Covid-19 procedures throughout .
The Committee also sends its thanks to our Panel Umpires who again chose to move forward with us and policed our matches to their usual high standards .
A special thank you at this time must also go to our member club Groundsmen and ground-staff who have again worked tirelessly to ensure we were in a position to start when we and finally , to all of our Finals Day Host @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and helpers ) , all of whom went above and beyond the requirement to assist and provided the best surfaces possible for each match to be played on .
thanks for your efforts too in what has proved to be an excellent and enjoyable season for all in very difficult , different and trying conditions .
Congratulations to our winners , commiserations to the runners-up , and more importantly congratulations to our wide cricketing family on a job well done by all .
Nearly 700 matches across the county with over 2500 cricketers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ achievement at all after the situation we found ourselves in at the beginning of the season .
Thank you again to you all , we very much look forward to working with all of our member clubs again shortly where we hope to return to a more ‘ usual ’ and ‘ common ’ cricketing environment for the 2021 season .

On a fine, blustery and chilly afternoon the culmination of the five main Worcestershire County League Regional Competitions took place across the county on Saturday.
WCL Super 40 Cup Competition (for Premier & Division One Teams)
In the Cup Competition Final Pershore 1st XI won the toss against fellow finalists Stourport-on-Severn 1st XI and had no hesitation in deciding to bat first on what looked like a shirt front at Chester Road Sports Club.
After the early loss of opener Paddy Thompson, Chris joined brother Liam Ridings at the crease and immediately both set about building a solid base with some excellent stroke play and shot selection which saw both brothers post their half centuries at around the halfway point of the innings.
However, with the score on 141, with plenty overs remaining and the end of innings score looking like it may reach the three hundred mark Liam Ridings holed out at deep mid-off.
This dismissal gave Stourport a lift which they took advantage of as the next ten overs saw them control the scoring rate and get themselves back into the game. Only a late flurry from Charlie Norton (51 off 26 balls) who with the help of Captain Chris Ridings (102*) who scored an undefeated century helped Pershore post a challenging target of 278 for victory.
In the second innings, after the loss of an early wicket Ted Bayliss joined opener Charlie Foley at the crease and the two immediately started to punish the loose delivery to give the visitors a quick fire start which began to reverse the pressure on to their opponents.
However, with the score at 88, the introduction of slow bowler Paddy Thompson changed the course of the match significantly as he almost immediately bowled the ominous looking Bayliss who had scored at more than a run a ball and the very next ball dismissed Captain Andrew Siwicki in the same way to send a shock wave through the Stourport innings.
The West Worcestershire men then began to rebuild the innings largely thanks to some fine batting from opener Charlie Foley who proved the dominant partner in a sixty two run partnership with George Hatfield for the fifth wicket but it was Thompson again who proved decisive as at the end of his spell he firstly dismissed Hatfield and then followed with the big wicket of Foley (99) who fell agonisingly one short of a deserved century with just over 100 runs required for victory and the run rate around the 10 per over mark.
Although a late flurry from Matt Hatfield and Andrew Siwicki gave Stourport hope, the damage caused by Thompson in the middle of the innings proved too much to comeback from and Pershore eventually ran out deserved winners by a twenty run margin.
In the Trophy Competition Final Kidderminster 2nd XI won the toss and chose to bat first on a placid looking surface at Cherry Hill Road.
In form Sam Beadsworth who scored an undefeated century in last weeks semi-final win against Halesowen 2nd XI helped Kidderminster get off to a solid start by posting a run a ball half century, an innings that laid the foundations for a superb late innings onslaught from Captain James Williams (70*) and Chris Pyke (91*) who both finished the innings undefeated to ensure the Chester Road outfit posted a formidable target (263-2) for opponents Barnards Green 2nd XI to chase.
The Kidderminster 2nd XI opening attack of Sam Wright and Gomez Vincent then started excellently as 16-year-old Wright achieved the early breakthrough in the first over by dismissing opposing Captain Andy Wheeler.
The pair then continued bowling well to restrict the flow of runs in the power play which helped to increase the already challenging run rate to a level which meant any new opposition batsman was immediately under pressure to score quickly from the outset.
This constant building of pressure throughout the second innings led to a constant stream of wickets throughout the as the run rate continued to increase. Only opener Rehan Edavalath (100) made a telling second innings contribution for the Green but even he had faced 130 balls before being dismissed by the impressive Sam Wright in the penultimate over the game and by then the match was well and truly over as the asking rate had been allowed to climb beyond comprehension as the Kidderminster 2nd XI cruised home by thirty-nine runs.
Netherton 2nd XI won the toss against Bromsgrove 3rd XI in the Vase Competitions Final and decided to bat first on an excellent looking surface at Seth Somers Park.
Arslan Iqbal (110) then continued to smash the ball to all parts against some inconsistent Bromsgrove bowling to the point where a first innings core of 300+ looked inevitable. However, some excellent bowing from Tom Downing, James Bayliss and Matt Banham in the middle of the first innings saw eight wickets fall which helped pull back the final first innings total to a par (218 ao).
In the second innings, after Bromsgrove had lost an early wicket Bromsgrove Tom Downing and number 3 batsman Mark Bilbrough steadied the ship with a forty-nine run partnership which gave the East Worcestershire men a solid base to launch their attack from.
However, with just over 120 runs left to win at about a run a ball seamer Ibrar Hussain took three quick wickets for just seven runs which changed the momentum of the innings.
Firstly’ Downing was bowled by Hussain, then Paul Hutchins missed a straight full toss the very next ball keeper/batsman David Collins was dismissed by a useful yorker.
However, with Bilbrough still undefeated Bromsgrove still had a realistic chance, but only two overs later with his score on (41) Bilbrough played one stroke too many and holed out at mid-on off the bowling of Zohed Tariq which put Netherton 2nd XI firmly back in the driving seat with around 17 overs remaining. The next seven or so overs saw a further three wickets fall which left around 80 runs to win off the last ten overs with number 9 Oliver Holden and number 10 James Bayliss at the crease.
The two then slowly started to build again and at one stage threatened the first innings total as Bayliss struck 3 maximums and another boundary in his (43*) but the pair ran out of overs to end just nine runs short of the Netherton 2nd XI first innings total.
In the Shield Competition final played at Ombersley Cricket Club Burghill, Tillington & Weobley 2nd XI won the toss and inserted Barnt Green 3rd XI. The decision looked a good one as two early wickets fell to the opening Burghill new ball assault but some steady middle order batting from Elliot Evans and Michael Hare (53)helped a youthful Barnt Green 3rd XI side post what looked like a challenging first innings target of 191-7 after 40 overs.
However, experience told in the end as Burghill learned from the first innings and set there stall out for the long haul, ensuring wickets were hard to come.
Without anyone really dominating Burghill's experienced line up played solidly throughout the innings and eventually scored the winning runs in the final over of the game for the loss of five wickets to gain the win against a spirited and youthful Barnt Green attack.
In the Plate competition final, the powerful Evesham 1st XI batting line up proved too strong for a young and inexperienced Ombersley 3rd XI at Himley Cricket Club.
Ombersley won the toss and decided to insert the opposition on what is generally an excellent batting surface at Himley Cricket Club. After a circumspect start and the loss of an early wicket Muhammad Tahir Mirza (100) decided that attack was the best form of defence as he set about the youthful attack to record a century off just 90 balls, an innings which laid the foundations for a late innings onslaught which saw 70 runs come in the final 6 overs of the first innings which in turn ensured the South Worcestershire based outfit posted a formidable first innings total (266-8) which, after a poor start proved far too many for a youthful and energetic Ombersley 3rd XI to chase as they were eventually dismissed in the second innings for 141, 125 runs short of their unlikely target.
Finals Day concluded what has been an unusual and different season in the Worcestershire County League. At one stage during the lockdown period thoughts were that competitive cricket looked along, long way away and that we would be very fortunate to play any meaningful cricket at all.
However, with a sensible change of heart by the Government and a set of conditions and directives agreed to be adhered to for best practice against the Covid-19 virus the ECB announced that competitive inter club cricket had been given the green light. After some quick consultation and swift organisation, we were then able to plan and enjoy the cricket that we have played at the back end of the season.
The Management Committee of the Worcestershire County League would like to say a huge thank you to the high volume of clubs and players that decided to play through the pandemic using the correct and proper Covid-19 procedures throughout. The Committee also sends its thanks to our Panel Umpires who again chose to move forward with us and policed our matches to their usual high standards. A special thank you at this time must also go to our member club Groundsmen and ground-staff who have again worked tirelessly to ensure we were in a position to start when we and finally, to all of our Finals Day Host Venues (and in particular their Groundsman and helpers), all of whom went above and beyond the requirement to assist and provided the best surfaces possible for each match to be played on. thanks for your efforts too in what has proved to be an excellent and enjoyable season for all in very difficult, different and trying conditions.
Congratulations to our winners, commiserations to the runners-up, and more importantly congratulations to our wide cricketing family on a job well done by all. Nearly 700 matches across the county with over 2500 cricketers taking part is not such a bad achievement at all after the situation we found ourselves in at the beginning of the season.
Thank you again to you all, we very much look forward to working with all of our member clubs again shortly where we hope to return to a more ‘usual’ and ‘common’ cricketing environment for the 2021 season.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-28--West Midlands Premier Division round up: Bewdley Town on top

BEWDLEY Town managed to miss a string of scoring chances before snatching a slender 1-0 win at Tividale based Smethwick Rangers in the West Midlands Premier Division .
Thankfully Matt Kerby finally managed to pierce Smethwick 's rearguard action when heading home from a Ryan Glenister free kick to bag Bewdley maximum points .
But Bewdley may well find themselves chasing Shifnal Town again this season as the Shropshire side are following up last season 's impressive form by setting the early pace .
Having opened their league account with a win over Smethwick , Shifnal followed up by clinching @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kyle Montague converted twice as Shifnal stormed into a 2-0 lead by half time .
Shifnal continued to run Cradley ragged after the break and it took some heroic goalkeeping from Liam O'Dowd to prevent the Shropshire side from adding further to their tally .
Against the run of play , Cradley should have clawed a goal back when Shifnal 's Jordan Jones brought down Casey Collins , but goalkeeper Jake James made sure Cradley could n't throw themselves a lifeline back into the game by saving Chris Bladen 's penalty attempt .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ when holding Pershore Town to a 2-2 draw at Hillcrest Avenue thanks to goals from David Meese and substitute Tyrone Clarke .
Black Country Rangers clash with local rivals Dudley Town was called off after one of the players tested positive for COVID 19 .
Dudley Town will hope for better luck this week when they entertain Pershore Town on Saturday .
Cradley Town return to Beeches View Avenue when they entertain local rivals Smethwick Rangers .
But there 's better news for Black Country who will now play their home games at @ @ @ @ @

Thankfully Matt Kerby finally managed to pierce Smethwick's rearguard action when heading home from a Ryan Glenister free kick to bag Bewdley maximum points.
But Bewdley may well find themselves chasing Shifnal Town again this season as the Shropshire side are following up last season's impressive form by setting the early pace.
Having opened their league account with a win over Smethwick, Shifnal followed up by clinching a 2-0 triumph at Cradley Town.
Kyle Montague converted twice as Shifnal stormed into a 2-0 lead by half time.
Shifnal continued to run Cradley ragged after the break and it took some heroic goalkeeping from Liam O'Dowd to prevent the Shropshire side from adding further to their tally.
Against the run of play, Cradley should have clawed a goal back when Shifnal's Jordan Jones brought down Casey Collins, but goalkeeper Jake James made sure Cradley couldn't throw themselves a lifeline back into the game by saving Chris Bladen's penalty attempt.
Dudley Sports snapped up a welcome point when holding Pershore Town to a 2-2 draw at Hillcrest Avenue thanks to goals from David Meese and substitute Tyrone Clarke.
Black Country Rangers clash with local rivals Dudley Town was called off after one of the players tested positive for COVID 19.
Dudley Town will hope for better luck this week when they entertain Pershore Town on Saturday.
Dudley Sports visit Shawbury United while Bewdley Town travel to Wolves Sporting Community.
Cradley Town return to Beeches View Avenue when they entertain local rivals Smethwick Rangers.
But there's better news for Black Country who will now play their home games at Lye Town this season.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-28--People who fail to self-isolate in England now face a £10,000 fine

People across England are now legally required to self-isolate from this week if they test positive for coronavirus or are contacted by the test and trace service or risk being hit with new fines .
The legal duty to self-isolate came into force on Monday ( September 28 ) – with fines starting at £1,000 and increasing up to £10,000 for repeat offenders or serious breaches , the Department of Health and Social Care ( DHSC ) said .
People who have received a positive test must isolate for 10 days after displaying symptoms or their test date if they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of their household must isolate for 14 days .
The DHSC also said that police resources will be used to check compliance in the highest incidence areas and in high-risk groups based on “ local intelligence ” .
But people on low incomes who can not work from home and have lost income as a result will also be eligible for a new £500 test and trace support payment , it added .
What has the Health Secretary said ?
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the Government will “ not hesitate ” to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to rise .
He added : “ Anyone can catch coronavirus and anyone can spread it .
“ We all have a crucial part to play in keeping the number of new infections down and protecting our loved ones .
“ As cases rise it is imperative we take action , and we are introducing a legal duty to self-isolate when told to do so , with fines for breaches and a new £500 support payment for those on lower incomes who can ’ t work from home while they are self-isolating .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ huge difference to reduce the spread of the virus , but we will not hesitate to put in place further measures if cases continue to rise.
” When will test and trace support payment schemes begin ?
Local authorities will be working to set up test and trace support payment schemes , and the DHSC said it expected these to be in place by October 12 .
If eligible , people told to self-isolate from Monday will receive backdated payments once the scheme is set up in their local authority , the department @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who are in receipt of benefits in England will be eligible for this payment , it said .
The DHSC said a number of other measures will be taken to ensure people comply with the rules including NHS Test and Trace call handlers increasing contact with people self-isolating .
High profile and “ egregious ” cases of non-compliance will be investigated and prosecuted while action will be taken on tip-offs from “ third parties ” about people who have tested positive but are not self-isolating , the DHSC said .
Home Secretary Priti @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are about saving lives .
“ Everyone must take personal responsibility and self-isolate if they test positive or if told to do so by NHS Test and Trace .
“ For those who fail to do so , the police will enforce the law .
“ These new fines are a clear sign that we will not allow those who break the rules to reverse the hard-won progress made by the law-abiding majority .
”

The legal duty to self-isolate came into force on Monday (September 28)– with fines starting at £1,000 and increasing up to £10,000 for repeat offenders or serious breaches, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) said.
People who have received a positive test must isolate for 10 days after displaying symptoms or their test date if they do not have symptoms, while members of their household must isolate for 14 days.
The DHSC also said that police resources will be used to check compliance in the highest incidence areas and in high-risk groups based on “local intelligence”.
But people on low incomes who cannot work from home and have lost income as a result will also be eligible for a new £500 test and trace support payment, it added.
What has the Health Secretary said?
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the Government will “not hesitate” to introduce further measures if case numbers continue to rise.
He added: “Anyone can catch coronavirus and anyone can spread it.
“We all have a crucial part to play in keeping the number of new infections down and protecting our loved ones.
“As cases rise it is imperative we take action, and we are introducing a legal duty to self-isolate when told to do so, with fines for breaches and a new £500 support payment for those on lower incomes who can’t work from home while they are self-isolating.
“These simple steps can make a huge difference to reduce the spread of the virus, but we will not hesitate to put in place further measures if cases continue to rise.”
When will test and trace support payment schemes begin?
Local authorities will be working to set up test and trace support payment schemes, and the DHSC said it expected these to be in place by October 12.
If eligible, people told to self-isolate from Monday will receive backdated payments once the scheme is set up in their local authority, the department added.
Just under four million people who are in receipt of benefits in England will be eligible for this payment, it said.
The DHSC said a number of other measures will be taken to ensure people comply with the rules including NHS Test and Trace call handlers increasing contact with people self-isolating.
High profile and “egregious” cases of non-compliance will be investigated and prosecuted while action will be taken on tip-offs from “third parties” about people who have tested positive but are not self-isolating, the DHSC said.
Home Secretary Priti Patel said: “These new measures are about saving lives.
“Everyone must take personal responsibility and self-isolate if they test positive or if told to do so by NHS Test and Trace.
“For those who fail to do so, the police will enforce the law.
“These new fines are a clear sign that we will not allow those who break the rules to reverse the hard-won progress made by the law-abiding majority.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-28--Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Iceland urgently recall these items

Supermarket chain such as Asda , Co-op , Tesco , Sainsbury 's , Morrisons , Iceland , Spar and Waitrose have urgently recalled a number of items .
We 've rounded-up the latest products to be recalled .
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below , return them to the place of purchase to get a refund .
Stockley ’ s is recalling Fruit Sherbets because they contain milk which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sold in Iceland stores .
• Best before : February 2022 and March 2022 Worthenshaws Ltd is recalling Kirsty ’ s Classic Beef Lasagne because it contains a statement on the label that the product is free from all 14 allergens , which is not accurate as the product contains oats ( that are gluten free ) .
Oats is also not emphasised on the label .
This means the product is suitable for someone following a gluten free diet , however , it is not suitable for those who have an allergy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all dates between 2 September to 19 October 2020 • Use by : all dates between 10 September to 24 October 2020 Waitrose & Partners is recalling Chocolate Mini Cupcakes 9s because of undeclared walnuts ( nuts ) .
The product was mis-packed and contains Coffee and Walnut Mini Cupcakes instead .
Therefore , the product contains walnuts ( nuts ) which are not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to walnuts ( nuts ) .
SPAR is recalling Pesto @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg .
JK Foods ( UK ) is recalling Tiger Tiger Spicy Pad Thai Paste because it contains peanuts which is not correctly emphasised on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts .
• Best before : All date codes Uncle Roy ’ s Ltd is recalling because it contains mustard which is not mentioned on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard .
• Best before/end date : All dates up to and including the end of June 2022 Van der Meulen is recalling Melba Thins Original because they contain egg which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg .
Co-op have recalled their packs of 18 Chocolate Caramel Shortcake Bites .
This is because some packs contain an incorrect product resulting in barley ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to barley or gluten .
The Co-op said : `` Return product to nearest Coop store for a refund .
`` Alternatively , if you are currently self-isolating or shielding please contact our Customer Careline to arrange a refund .
Contact : 0800 0686 727 customer.careline @ coop.co.uk . ''
Country Products Ltd is recalling Snak Shed Milk Chocolate Coated Jumbo Raisins because they contain peanuts which are not mentioned on the label .
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts .
Faughan Foods is recalling Glensallagh Roast Chicken Breast Pieces because Listeria monocytogenes has been found in the product .
This product was sold in Lidl Northern Ireland stores only .
The Food Standards Agency said : `` The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the product listed above .
`` Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature , muscle ache or pain , chills , feeling or being sick and diarrhoea .
`` However , in rare cases @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , causing serious complications , such as meningitis .
`` Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections , including those over 65 years of age , pregnant women and their unborn babies , babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems . ''

We've rounded-up the latest products to be recalled.
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below, return them to the place of purchase to get a refund.
Stockley’s recalls Fruit Sherbets
Stockley’s is recalling Fruit Sherbets because they contain milk which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
The affected product was only sold in Iceland stores.
Product details:
Name: Stockley’s Fruit Sherbets
Pack size: 250g
Batch code: 0255
Best before: February 2022 and March 2022
Allergens: Milk
Worthenshaws recalls Kirsty’s Classic Beef Lasagne
Worthenshaws Ltd is recalling Kirsty’s Classic Beef Lasagne because it contains a statement on the label that the product is free from all 14 allergens, which is not accurate as the product contains oats (that are gluten free). Oats is also not emphasised on the label.
This means the product is suitable for someone following a gluten free diet, however, it is not suitable for those who have an allergy to Oats.
Product details:
Kirsty’s Mini Classic Beef Lasagne
Pack size: 250g
Use by: all dates between 2 September to 19 October 2020
Allergens: Gluten (oats)
Name: Kirsty’s Classic Beef Lasagne
Pack size: 400g
Use by: all dates between 10 September to 24 October 2020
Allergens: Gluten (oats)
Chocolate Mini Cupcakes
Waitrose & Partners is recalling Chocolate Mini Cupcakes 9s because of undeclared walnuts (nuts).
The product was mis-packed and contains Coffee and Walnut Mini Cupcakes instead. Therefore, the product contains walnuts (nuts) which are not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to walnuts (nuts).
Product details:
Name: Waitrose Chocolate Mini Cupcakes 9s (pack of 9)
Best before: October 6, 2020
Allergens: Nuts (walnut)
Chicken Breast Sizzlers
SPAR is recalling Pesto Chicken Breast Sizzlers because it contains egg which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg.
Product details:
Name: SPAR Pesto Chicken Breast Sizzlers
Pack size: 330g
Batch codes: 140920026 and 110920016
Use by: 22/23 September 2020
Allergens: Egg
Tiger Tiger Spicy Pad Thai Paste
JK Foods (UK) is recalling Tiger Tiger Spicy Pad Thai Paste because it contains peanuts which is not correctly emphasised on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
Product details:
Name: Tiger Tiger Spicy Pad Thai Paste
Pack size: All sizes
Best before: All date codes
Allergens: Peanuts
Uncle Roy’s recalls Rabbie's Super Horseradish
Uncle Roy’s Ltd is recalling because it contains mustard which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard.
Product details:
Name: Rabbie's Super Horseradish
Pack size: 190g/6.7oz
Batch code: 126187, 126621, 127425, 127426, 128255, 128972, 128973, 130324, 130325, 130511, 131592
Best before/end date: All dates up to and including the end of June 2022
Allergens: Mustard
Van der Meulen recalls Melba Thins Original
Van der Meulen is recalling Melba Thins Original because they contain egg which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg.
Product details:
Name: Van der Meulen Melba Thins Original
Pack size: 100g
Best before: April 30, 2021
Allergens: Egg
Co-op recalls Chocolate Caramel Shortcake Bites
Co-op have recalled their packs of 18 Chocolate Caramel Shortcake Bites.
This is because some packs contain an incorrect product resulting in barley (gluten) not being mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to barley or gluten.
Product details:
Name: Co-op 18 Chocolate Caramel Shortcake Bites
Pack size: 18 pieces
Best before: October 16, 2020
Allergens: Gluten (barley)
The Co-op said: "Return product to nearest Coop store for a refund.
"Alternatively, if you are currently self-isolating or shielding please contact our Customer Careline to arrange a refund. Contact: 0800 0686 727 customer.careline@coop.co.uk."
Country Products recalls Snak Shed Milk Chocolate Coated Jumbo Raisins
Country Products Ltd is recalling Snak Shed Milk Chocolate Coated Jumbo Raisins because they contain peanuts which are not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
Product details:
Name: Snak Shed Milk Chocolate Coated Jumbo Raisins
Pack size: 60g
Batch code: MOR004 2LO 2107 0 and MOR004 2L6 2107 0
Best before: July 21, 2021
Allergens: Peanuts
Faughan Foods recalls Glensallagh Roast Chicken Breast Pieces
Faughan Foods is recalling Glensallagh Roast Chicken Breast Pieces because Listeria monocytogenes has been found in the product.
This product was sold in Lidl Northern Ireland stores only.
Product details:
Name: Glensallagh Roast Chicken Breast Pieces (Family pack)
Pack size: 240g
Batch code: P3527
Best before: September 13, 2020
The Food Standards Agency said: "The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the product listed above.
"Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea.
"However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications, such as meningitis.
"Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-28--Wyre Forest now has the highest Covid-19 infection rate in Worcestershire

THE director of Public Health is urging residents of Wyre Forest to help stop the spread of coronavirus - as the district now has the highest infection rate in Worcestershire .
Latest data shows that Wyre Forest has an infection rate of 49 per 100,000 people .
This is higher than the county ’ s overall rate of 39 per 100 , 000 people .
The cases in the district are rising in those under 50 , and in households .
Kidderminster in particular is seeing a rise in numbers , especially amongst younger people .
Dr. Kathryn Cobain , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ I am concerned to see the rising infection rate in Wyre Forest and in particular in Kidderminster .
`` This tells us that people are not social distancing and following the rules which can help prevent the virus spreading .
I am appealing to everyone in Wyre Forest to play their part .
The virus only moves around because we mix and socialise .
This is how it spreads .
If you stop mixing with others , keep your distance , wash your hands and wear face coverings , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stopping the virus from spreading .
`` No-one wants to see the district face tougher restrictions and so now is the time to take this really seriously .
You can reduce your risk and the risk of those you love , by following the rules and keeping Covid-19 under control .
“ Councillor John Smith , Worcestershire County Council cabinet member with responsibility for health and wellbeing said : “ We can ’ t bury our heads in the sand and ignore these statistics .
`` They tell us clearly that the district @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prevent the situation affecting more lives .
`` Covid-19 may barely touch your life , you may only get a mild dose of it , you may stay well even with it , but you can spread it to others who will become seriously ill with the virus .
That could be people you love .
`` I ’ d ask everyone in the Wyre Forest District to now act , follow the new rules and stop the spread of this virus .
We have a chance to prevent this getting worse , @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Latest data shows that Wyre Forest has an infection rate of 49 per 100,000 people.
This is higher than the county’s overall rate of 39 per 100, 000 people.
The cases in the district are rising in those under 50, and in households. Kidderminster in particular is seeing a rise in numbers, especially amongst younger people.
Dr. Kathryn Cobain, the director for Public Health in Worcestershire said: “I am concerned to see the rising infection rate in Wyre Forest and in particular in Kidderminster.
"This tells us that people are not social distancing and following the rules which can help prevent the virus spreading. I am appealing to everyone in Wyre Forest to play their part. The virus only moves around because we mix and socialise. This is how it spreads. If you stop mixing with others, keep your distance, wash your hands and wear face coverings, you are breaking the chains of transmission, stopping the virus from spreading.
"No-one wants to see the district face tougher restrictions and so now is the time to take this really seriously. You can reduce your risk and the risk of those you love, by following the rules and keeping Covid-19 under control. “
Councillor John Smith, Worcestershire County Council cabinet member with responsibility for health and wellbeing said: “ We can’t bury our heads in the sand and ignore these statistics. "They tell us clearly that the district has to take action quickly, to prevent the situation affecting more lives.
"Covid-19 may barely touch your life, you may only get a mild dose of it, you may stay well even with it, but you can spread it to others who will become seriously ill with the virus. That could be people you love.
"I’d ask everyone in the Wyre Forest District to now act, follow the new rules and stop the spread of this virus. We have a chance to prevent this getting worse, let’s take it."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-28--Three arrested by armed police amid Kidderminster gun report

THREE people were arrested - one in Kidderminster and two in Hagley - after officers received reports of a gun being brandished by the occupant of a car .
Officers from West Mercia Police were alerted to Worcester Road in Kidderminster at about 4pm yesterday ( Sunday September 27 ) to reports of a vehicle having collided with another - with witnesses having reported seeing one of the occupants of the car holding a firearm .
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said armed officers located the car and followed it to Hagley where it was pulled over `` without @ @ @ @ @ @ @ woman in their 30s , who had been travelling in the car , were arrested on suspicious of making threats to kill , affray and criminal damages charges and remain in custody and a third person .
Police also arrested a man in his 30s at an address in Kidderminster - on suspicion of making threats to kill , criminal damage and possession of firearms with intent .
No firearms were found in the car , however , or at the property in Kidderminster or on any of those arrested .
All three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

Officers from West Mercia Police were alerted to Worcester Road in Kidderminster at about 4pm yesterday (Sunday September 27) to reports of a vehicle having collided with another - with witnesses having reported seeing one of the occupants of the car holding a firearm.
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said armed officers located the car and followed it to Hagley where it was pulled over "without incident".
A man and a woman in their 30s, who had been travelling in the car, were arrested on suspicious of making threats to kill, affray and criminal damages charges and remain in custody and a third person.
Police also arrested a man in his 30s at an address in Kidderminster - on suspicion of making threats to kill, criminal damage and possession of firearms with intent.
No firearms were found in the car, however, or at the property in Kidderminster or on any of those arrested.
All three today remained in custody as enquiries continued.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-28--Amazon reveals new privacy controls for those who own an Alexa

Tech giant Amazon have unveiled new privacy controls for those who own an Alexa to have 'greater control ' over their devices .
At the same time , the company have also announced a video games streaming service , plus a brand new Luna platform alongside a range of new smart devices .
Luna is powered by the Amazon Web Services ( AWS ) cloud platform and will enable users to stream more than 100 games to a range of devices including smartphones and tablets , as well as through Fire TV devices .
The service was unveiled during a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new versions of its Echo smart speakers and other smart devices , including a drone camera to safeguard the home .
What new privacy controls have Amazon introduced ?
Amazon also introduced new privacy controls to give users more control of their data .
This includes a new ability to ask “ Alexa , delete everything I ’ ve said ” to see all previous voice recordings from an Echo speaker linked to your account deleted .
Amazon is also giving users the ability to review their privacy settings just by asking Alexa @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have voice recordings of interactions with Alexa saved at all .
The new features come in response to previous criticisms of Amazon over its privacy controls and collection of user data from smart speakers .
What are the new Echo smart speakers ?
The new Echo smart speakers have each been given a redesign , with the speaker-based Echo , Echo Dot and Echo Dot with Clock now all having a spherical shape .
Meanwhile , the screen-based Echo Show 10 now includes a swivel mechanism which allows the screen to move around @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sensors to spot where people are in the room and have the screen follow them as they move .
The new Echo Show screen can swivel to follow the user .
Picture : Amazon The Echo Show 10 , which will cost £240 , also now includes Netflix integration for the first time .
Amazon devices vice president for Europe Eric Saarnio said the new devices were the “ best Echo devices we have ever made ” .
“ Echo and Echo Dot look beautiful and sound even better , and Echo Show @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – the display moves with you , staying in view as you move around .
“ It ’ s as natural as having a conversation .
Plus , Alexa continues to get smarter – just ask to watch Netflix , make group calls and much more.
” How much will the new products cost ?
The new Echo is priced at £90 , the Echo Dot at £50 and the Echo Dot with Clock will cost £60 .
The US firm ’ s event also included the introduction of a number of new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drone-based home security camera designed to fly around the user ’ s home when they are away , known as the Always Home Cam .
An in-car security camera and car alarm were also announced , although none of the Ring devices yet have a confirmed UK release date .
What has the reaction been to the announcement ?
Industry expert and chief of research at analyst firm CCS Insight , Ben Wood , said : “ Amazon is doing what it does best .
Entering new categories with new features and disrupting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ becoming increasingly pervasive in our daily lives and this should be a significant concern for Amazon ’ s competitors.
” Mr Wood also singled out the drone-based Always Home Cam as a sign of Amazon ’ s efforts to be striking with its new product ideas .
“ Amazon ’ s September event has become a regular date on the calendar that combines updates and refinements to existing products with ambitious leaps into new categories , ” he said .
“ With the launch of Always Home Cam this year is no different @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Amazon ’ s ambition .
“ The Always Home Cam is an incredibly ambitious device that will seem like something from a science fiction movie for many consumers .
“ I expect it to generate a huge amount of interest from technology enthusiasts who are typically the people who embrace smart home technology first .
However , it is also likely to provoke a huge discussion around privacy and the future role of technology in the home .
”

At the same time, the company have also announced a video games streaming service, plus a brand new Luna platform alongside a range of new smart devices.
What is Luna?
Luna is powered by the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud platform and will enable users to stream more than 100 games to a range of devices including smartphones and tablets, as well as through Fire TV devices.
The service was unveiled during a virtual event where the company also announced new versions of its Echo smart speakers and other smart devices, including a drone camera to safeguard the home.
What new privacy controls have Amazon introduced?
Amazon also introduced new privacy controls to give users more control of their data.
This includes a new ability to ask “Alexa, delete everything I’ve said” to see all previous voice recordings from an Echo speaker linked to your account deleted.
Amazon is also giving users the ability to review their privacy settings just by asking Alexa, as well as choose to not have voice recordings of interactions with Alexa saved at all.
The new features come in response to previous criticisms of Amazon over its privacy controls and collection of user data from smart speakers.
What are the new Echo smart speakers?
The new Echo smart speakers have each been given a redesign, with the speaker-based Echo, Echo Dot and Echo Dot with Clock now all having a spherical shape.
Picture: Amazon
Meanwhile, the screen-based Echo Show 10 now includes a swivel mechanism which allows the screen to move around the base, using artificial intelligence and sensors to spot where people are in the room and have the screen follow them as they move.
The new Echo Show screen can swivel to follow the user. Picture: Amazon
The Echo Show 10, which will cost £240, also now includes Netflix integration for the first time.
Amazon devices vice president for Europe Eric Saarnio said the new devices were the “best Echo devices we have ever made”.
“Echo and Echo Dot look beautiful and sound even better, and Echo Show 10 completely reimagines Alexa with a screen – the display moves with you, staying in view as you move around.
“It’s as natural as having a conversation. Plus, Alexa continues to get smarter – just ask to watch Netflix, make group calls and much more.”
How much will the new products cost?
The new Echo is priced at £90, the Echo Dot at £50 and the Echo Dot with Clock will cost £60.
The US firm’s event also included the introduction of a number of new Ring home security products, including a drone-based home security camera designed to fly around the user’s home when they are away, known as the Always Home Cam.
An in-car security camera and car alarm were also announced, although none of the Ring devices yet have a confirmed UK release date.
What has the reaction been to the announcement?
Industry expert and chief of research at analyst firm CCS Insight, Ben Wood, said: “Amazon is doing what it does best. Entering new categories with new features and disrupting aggressively on price.
“Amazon is becoming increasingly pervasive in our daily lives and this should be a significant concern for Amazon’s competitors.”
Mr Wood also singled out the drone-based Always Home Cam as a sign of Amazon’s efforts to be striking with its new product ideas.
“Amazon’s September event has become a regular date on the calendar that combines updates and refinements to existing products with ambitious leaps into new categories,” he said.
“With the launch of Always Home Cam this year is no different and continues to underline the breadth of Amazon’s ambition.
“The Always Home Cam is an incredibly ambitious device that will seem like something from a science fiction movie for many consumers.
“I expect it to generate a huge amount of interest from technology enthusiasts who are typically the people who embrace smart home technology first. However, it is also likely to provoke a huge discussion around privacy and the future role of technology in the home.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-28--These 6 things will change for UK residents from January 2021

The UK will officially leave the European Union at the end of 2020 - four years after the referendum vote took place in 2016 .
Although not all changes have been agreed just yet , there are some things that will change immediately for everyone from January 2021 .
Some matters - such as access to fishing waters - have not yet been decided .
These are some of the changes you can expect to see as we enter 2021 .
From January 2021 , travel to any European country - as well as to Norway , Switzerland , Liechtenstein @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more complicated than it was before .
You 'll need to make sure you have at least six months left on your passport when you travel , with the exemption of travelling to Ireland .
If you have a European Health Insurance card , it will no longer be valid , and you 'll need to purchase travel insurance instead .
You may also need extra driving documents , depending on the country you 're visiting .
The guarantee of free roaming on your phone while abroad will end , but so far @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to bring back charges .
If you 're bringing a pet abroad , the current pet passport scheme will no longer apply .
Your experience of border control will change , too - you 'll use separate lanes from EU , EEA and Swiss travellers .
You may be asked to show your return ticket and prove you have enough money for your trip .
You wo n't need a visa for visits to Schengen area countries .
This area includes most EU nations , along with Switzerland , Norway , Iceland and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will have to pay for electronic authorisation to travel to the Schengen area , however .
You 're able to visit for up to 90 days within an 180 day period January 2021 will see the end of free movement in the EU for UK residents .
This means that moving abroad will require more paperwork than it did previously .
If you 're already living abroad , you 'll have certain protections under the withdrawal agreement - but you should check the country 's rules carefully .
It may be that you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , meet specific requirements for staying or get new documents .
In France , for instance , UK nationals will require new residence permits to stay .
In airports , you 'll be able to take advantage of duty-free shopping when returning from the EU in 2021 .
The amount of alcohol and tobacco you can bring back with you will be increased .
However , there will no longer be tax-free sales of goods like clothing and electronics in airports .
VAT refunds for visitors to UK shops from overseas will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you 'll have to check if you can stay - you 'll have to apply to the EU settlement scheme or become a UK citizen .
In Scotland , Wales and England , exporters and importers alike will have to make customs declarations .
Certain products , such as live animals and some foods , will need to be labelled in specific ways or need special licences .
There is more uncertainty around how trade will work in Northern Ireland , which borders EU member the Republic of Ireland .
The government has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the end of December 2020 .
January 2021 will see the introduction of a new points-based system for immigration , similar to that used in Australia .
The government says non-EU and EU citizens will be treated equally , and that the system aims to attract people who can contribute to the UK economy .
Visas will be required for people hoping to move to the UK to live work or study .
Tourists from the EU , EEA and Switzerland wo n't need a visa to come over for up to six @ @

Although not all changes have been agreed just yet, there are some things that will change immediately for everyone from January 2021. Some matters - such as access to fishing waters - have not yet been decided.
These are some of the changes you can expect to see as we enter 2021.
1) Travel
From January 2021, travel to any European country - as well as to Norway, Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Iceland - will be a little more complicated than it was before.
You'll need to make sure you have at least six months left on your passport when you travel, with the exemption of travelling to Ireland.
If you have a European Health Insurance card, it will no longer be valid, and you'll need to purchase travel insurance instead. You may also need extra driving documents, depending on the country you're visiting.
The guarantee of free roaming on your phone while abroad will end, but so far no UK mobile firms have announced plans to bring back charges.
If you're bringing a pet abroad, the current pet passport scheme will no longer apply.
Your experience of border control will change, too - you'll use separate lanes from EU, EEA and Swiss travellers. You may be asked to show your return ticket and prove you have enough money for your trip.
You won't need a visa for visits to Schengen area countries. This area includes most EU nations, along with Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein.
From 2022, UK nationals will have to pay for electronic authorisation to travel to the Schengen area, however. You're able to visit for up to 90 days within an 180 day period
2) Moving abroad
January 2021 will see the end of free movement in the EU for UK residents. This means that moving abroad will require more paperwork than it did previously.
If you're already living abroad, you'll have certain protections under the withdrawal agreement - but you should check the country's rules carefully. It may be that you need to apply or register for residency, meet specific requirements for staying or get new documents.
In France, for instance, UK nationals will require new residence permits to stay.
3) Shopping
In airports, you'll be able to take advantage of duty-free shopping when returning from the EU in 2021. The amount of alcohol and tobacco you can bring back with you will be increased.
However, there will no longer be tax-free sales of goods like clothing and electronics in airports. VAT refunds for visitors to UK shops from overseas will be removed, too.
4) New rules for EU citizens
EU citizens living in the UK will have the same rights as before until June 30, 2021.
After this, you'll have to check if you can stay - you'll have to apply to the EU settlement scheme or become a UK citizen.
5) Trade
In Scotland, Wales and England, exporters and importers alike will have to make customs declarations.
Certain products, such as live animals and some foods, will need to be labelled in specific ways or need special licences.
There is more uncertainty around how trade will work in Northern Ireland, which borders EU member the Republic of Ireland. The government has said full guidance will be published by the end of December 2020.
6) Immigration
January 2021 will see the introduction of a new points-based system for immigration, similar to that used in Australia.
The government says non-EU and EU citizens will be treated equally, and that the system aims to attract people who can contribute to the UK economy.
Visas will be required for people hoping to move to the UK to live work or study.
Tourists from the EU, EEA and Switzerland won't need a visa to come over for up to six months.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-28--Worcestershire sees another jump in Covid-19 cases

Wyre Forest Covid-19 cases have risen again , with rises also recorded across the county .
Wyre Forest has seen @ @ @ @ @ Worcestershire , up to 49.4 from 23.7 in the week before .
The latest Public @ @ @ @ @ figures show Worcester had , during the week up to September 24 , an infection @ @ @ @ @ 100,000 people , up from 20.7 the week before .
The PHE figures are based @ @ @ @ @ carried out both in laboratories and in the wider community , and provide the data @ @ @ @ @ .
Wychavon is up to 27 from the 7.7 the week before , Bromsgrove has @ @ @ @ @ , Redditch saw a rise to 38.7 from 14.1 , while Malvern is at 24.1 @ @ @ @ @ should be noted that areas have typically entered local lockdowns when cases were around 70 @ @ @

Wyre Forest has seen the biggest jump up in Worcestershire, up to 49.4 from 23.7 in the week before.
The latest Public Health England (PHE) figures show Worcester had, during the week up to September 24, an infection rate of 38.7 cases per 100,000 people, up from 20.7 the week before.
The PHE figures are based on tests that have been carried out both in laboratories and in the wider community, and provide the data for each local authority area.
Wychavon is up to 27 from the 7.7 the week before, Bromsgrove has reached 33 up from 19, Redditch saw a rise to 38.7 from 14.1, while Malvern is at 24.1 up from 11.4.
It should be noted that areas have typically entered local lockdowns when cases were around 70 and higher.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-29--Coronavirus map shows new cases in Kidderminster and Stourport

ALL areas of Kidderminster have recorded more than three new coronavirus cases in the last week , according the official figures .
Areas across Kidderminster and Stourport saw a rise in positive Covid-19 cases between September 18 and September 24 - the latest data available - with Comberton recording the highest number with 11 new cases .
It comes after the director of Public Health for Worcestershire urged Wyre Forest residents to help stop the spread of coronavirus as the district 's highest infection rate became the highest Worcestershire .
• Wyre Forest now has the highest Covid-19 infection rate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' : Panic buyers leave shelves empty in Stourport Tesco The Shuttle reported on Monday that Wyre Forest had an infection rate of 49 per 100,000 people , compared to the county ’ s overall rate of 39 .
Local cases are rising in those under 50 and in households , and Kidderminster in particular is seeing a surge in positive cases - especially among younger people .
Here are the areas by local authority area where three or more positive cases have been recorded in the last week ...
The figures are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ areas '' – zones that are slightly larger than postcode areas , with an average population of around 7,200 people .
Areas with fewer than two cases are not highlighted by Public Health England .

Areas across Kidderminster and Stourport saw a rise in positive Covid-19 cases between September 18 and September 24 - the latest data available - with Comberton recording the highest number with 11 new cases.
It comes after the director of Public Health for Worcestershire urged Wyre Forest residents to help stop the spread of coronavirus as the district's highest infection rate became the highest Worcestershire.
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The Shuttle reported on Monday that Wyre Forest had an infection rate of 49 per 100,000 people, compared to the county’s overall rate of 39.
Local cases are rising in those under 50 and in households, and Kidderminster in particular is seeing a surge in positive cases - especially among younger people.
Here are the areas by local authority area where three or more positive cases have been recorded in the last week...
The figures are split into several "middle super output areas" – zones that are slightly larger than postcode areas, with an average population of around 7,200 people.
Areas with fewer than two cases are not highlighted by Public Health England.
WYRE FOREST
Comberton - 11
Kidderminster Town - 6
Franche – 5
Spennells and Hoobrook - 5
Greenhill - 4
Foley Park - 4
Birchen Coppice - 4
Habberley - 3
Stourport, Lickhill and Burlish - 3
Stourport Mitten and Wilden - 3
WORCESTER
Lower Wick and Bromwich Road - 7
Ronkswood and Nunnery Wood - 6
St Peters - 6
King George's Field - 5
Worcester Town North - 3
Battenhall and Diglis - 3
MALVERN HILLS
North Malvern - 5
Barnards Green - 4
REDDITCH
Alvechurch, Hopwood and Holt End - 6
Matchborough and Park Farm - 5
Studley - 4
Redditch Town and Abbeydale - 4
Southcrest - 4
Crabbs Cross - 4
Webheath - 3
Winyates Green - 3
BROMSGROVE
Marlbrook and Lickey End - 4
Sidemoor - 3
WYCHAVON
Drakes Broughton and Norton - 7
Evesham East - 4
Pershore - 3
Droitwich Spa East - 3
Harvington, Offenham and Badsey - 3


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-29--Severn Valley Railway promises to steam ahead with Christmas events

STAFF and volunteers at the Severn Valley Railway are pulling out all the stops to ensure its Christmas events can go ahead this year .
As many other venues and attractions are forced to cancel their festive events due to the coronavirus pandemic , the SVR says visitors will still be able to enjoy a spectacular adventure on the heritage railway .
The SVR is planning a busy programme of Santa trains and Steam in Lights services , starting in late November , and demand for tickets has already been strong since they went on sale earlier this month .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ SVR , said tickets are expected to sell out across all Christmas services .
She said : `` We ’ re delighted that we ’ re able to offer our Christmas visitors a safe and enjoyable experience using the SVR ’ s extensive fleet of compartment carriages .
`` This has more than proved its worth on the services we ’ ve been running since we reopened for business in August .
The Steam in Lights services are back for Christmas 2020 '' People love the fact that they ’ re travelling in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ don ’ t need to wear face coverings , so they can simply sit back and enjoy the magic .
“ It ’ s wonderful to be able to offer so much to visitors this year , especially after all the uncertainty and strangeness that ’ s resulted from the pandemic .
`` So many venues sadly haven ’ t been able to run Christmas events this year , so at the Severn Valley Railway we ’ re absolutely determined to make sure our visitors don ’ t miss out.
” The Steam @ @ @ @ @ @ @ demand and this year they ’ re promised to be bigger and better than ever .
The Steam in Lights Christmas service is back for 2020 Starting from a fairy light-covered Bridgnorth Station , the steam-hauled journey will reveal mysterious creatures , sparkling lights , snow flurries and thrills from the warmth and comfort of a private compartment .
There will be plenty of sparkle , glow and shimmer on a vintage train covered with thousands of colourful lights .
Visitors will travel through a winter wonderland , past glittering displays and trackside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there ’ s a guarantee that - thanks to some clever behind-the-scenes magic - there will be snow at the Severn Valley Railway .
Departures from Bridgnorth are on selected dates between November 27 and December 23 .
Prices are between £120 and £130 for up to six people in a compartment , and £80 to £90 for four people in a compartment .
This year ’ s Santa Trains will once again whisk families on an enchanting steam train trip to Arley , where they will be entertained at a professionally-produced Christmas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Station , visitors will settle into their private compartment with a festive drink and snack for their Christmas adventure .
The Severn Valley Railway is promising to steam ahead with its calendar of Christmas events At Arley , visitors will attend a special performance in the Christmas marquee of Jingle , Jangle and the Christmas Cookbook , featuring two elves who get up to all sorts of mischief in Mrs Christmas ’ s kitchen , where there will also be an appearance by Father Christmas himself .
Back on the train , children @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been left in the private compartment , as they begin their journey back to Kidderminster , with the whole excursion lasting around two hours .
Departures are from Kidderminster on selected dates between November 28 and December 24 .
A compartment for up to six people is priced at between £170 and £195 , and a compartment for four is £110 to £135 .
Tickets for the Santa Trains and Steam in Lights are bookable at svr.co.uk or by phoning 01562 757900 .

As many other venues and attractions are forced to cancel their festive events due to the coronavirus pandemic, the SVR says visitors will still be able to enjoy a spectacular adventure on the heritage railway.
The SVR is planning a busy programme of Santa trains and Steam in Lights services, starting in late November, and demand for tickets has already been strong since they went on sale earlier this month.
Helen Smith, general manager at the SVR, said tickets are expected to sell out across all Christmas services.
She said: "We’re delighted that we’re able to offer our Christmas visitors a safe and enjoyable experience using the SVR’s extensive fleet of compartment carriages.
"This has more than proved its worth on the services we’ve been running since we reopened for business in August.
The Steam in Lights services are back for Christmas 2020
"People love the fact that they’re travelling in their own private compartment, where they don’t need to wear face coverings, so they can simply sit back and enjoy the magic.
“It’s wonderful to be able to offer so much to visitors this year, especially after all the uncertainty and strangeness that’s resulted from the pandemic.
"So many venues sadly haven’t been able to run Christmas events this year, so at the Severn Valley Railway we’re absolutely determined to make sure our visitors don’t miss out.”
The Steam in Lights services are back by popular demand and this year they’re promised to be bigger and better than ever.
The Steam in Lights Christmas service is back for 2020
Starting from a fairy light-covered Bridgnorth Station, the steam-hauled journey will reveal mysterious creatures, sparkling lights, snow flurries and thrills from the warmth and comfort of a private compartment.
There will be plenty of sparkle, glow and shimmer on a vintage train covered with thousands of colourful lights. Visitors will travel through a winter wonderland, past glittering displays and trackside landscapes - plus, this year, there’s a guarantee that - thanks to some clever behind-the-scenes magic - there will be snow at the Severn Valley Railway.
Departures from Bridgnorth are on selected dates between November 27 and December 23.
Prices are between £120 and £130 for up to six people in a compartment, and £80 to £90 for four people in a compartment.
This year’s Santa Trains will once again whisk families on an enchanting steam train trip to Arley, where they will be entertained at a professionally-produced Christmas show.
Starting from the decorated Kidderminster Station, visitors will settle into their private compartment with a festive drink and snack for their Christmas adventure.
The Severn Valley Railway is promising to steam ahead with its calendar of Christmas events
At Arley, visitors will attend a special performance in the Christmas marquee of Jingle, Jangle and the Christmas Cookbook, featuring two elves who get up to all sorts of mischief in Mrs Christmas’s kitchen, where there will also be an appearance by Father Christmas himself.
Back on the train, children will find that early Christmas presents have been left in the private compartment, as they begin their journey back to Kidderminster, with the whole excursion lasting around two hours.
Departures are from Kidderminster on selected dates between November 28 and December 24. A compartment for up to six people is priced at between £170 and £195, and a compartment for four is £110 to £135.
Tickets for the Santa Trains and Steam in Lights are bookable at svr.co.uk or by phoning 01562 757900.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-29--Coronavirus: Worcestershire Council clarifies rules for weddings

THE number of guests permitted to attend a marriage or civil partnership ceremony has been reduced from 30 to 15 .
Worcestershire County Council has assured that ceremonies are still taking place with social-distancing measures in place , however groups are now limited to 15 and still depend on the capacity of the venue .
The group of 15 includes the couple and witnesses , but anyone working such as the officiants , photographer and caterer are not included in this number .
Some aspects of the marriage or civil partnership ceremony remain restricted to follow Government guidelines and everyone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unless exempt .
Despite this change in regulations , Worcestershire Registration Services are still determined to give couples their big day while keeping them safe - as they have been doing since July when ceremonies were able to take place again .
Councillor Lucy Hodgson , cabinet member for communities , said : “ We are keen to ensure couples can still celebrate this special time in their lives but must ensure they do so whilst sticking to the guidelines which set-out to keep everyone safe.
” “ I would like to thank @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they have put in to ensure despite the regulations , couples still have the celebration they deserve.
” “ We understand the difficulties faced by couples getting married in this period and I have no doubt the Registration Service will continue with this empathy following the latest announcement .
”

Worcestershire County Council has assured that ceremonies are still taking place with social-distancing measures in place, however groups are now limited to 15 and still depend on the capacity of the venue.
The group of 15 includes the couple and witnesses, but anyone working such as the officiants, photographer and caterer are not included in this number.
Some aspects of the marriage or civil partnership ceremony remain restricted to follow Government guidelines and everyone is required to wear a face covering unless exempt.
Despite this change in regulations, Worcestershire Registration Services are still determined to give couples their big day while keeping them safe - as they have been doing since July when ceremonies were able to take place again.
Councillor Lucy Hodgson, cabinet member for communities, said: “We are keen to ensure couples can still celebrate this special time in their lives but must ensure they do so whilst sticking to the guidelines which set-out to keep everyone safe.”
“I would like to thank Worcestershire Registration Services for the hard work they have put in to ensure despite the regulations, couples still have the celebration they deserve.”
“We understand the difficulties faced by couples getting married in this period and I have no doubt the Registration Service will continue with this empathy following the latest announcement.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-29--Boots, Tesco, Lidl, Next, McDonald's and Domino's Pizza are hiring staff right now

A number of high-profile national companies are currently looking for new staff across the UK .
There are a multitude of jobs on offer ranging from retail to communications , and from logistics to management .
These are the companies hiring right now , and some of the opportunities they are offering .
Boots is hiring for various jobs throughout the UK , from vacancies in the pharmacy to managerial positions .
As of September 29 , the company currently has more than 650 positions available - with roles such as pharmacists , store managers and trainee roles all up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ opportunities available at the moment throughout different parts of the UK , ranging from customer assistant roles to shift manager positions and delivery driver vacancies .
At the time of publication ( September 29 ) , Tesco have more than 1,900 roles they are looking to fill .
To apply , go to : https : //www.tesco-careers.com .
PwC has numerous positions available throughout the UK , including client finance administrator roles , legal associate vacancies and test analyst vacancies .
As of September 29 - PwC has more than 200 roles available @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on offer , whether it be in their head office , warehouse or in-store - with roles ranging from sales consultant to office and stock assistant .
As of September 29 , Next has more than 1,200 jobs up for grabs at locations across the country .
The supermarket chain have a variety of roles up for grabs in all corners of the country .
At the time of publication ( September 29 ) , Lidl have more than 200 jobs available nationwide .
To see the full list of jobs and apply @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Deliveroo has a range of job opportunities currently available nationwide - all ranging from communication roles to logistics coordinator positions .
To apply , go to : https : //deliveroo.co.uk/apply .
Domino ’ s has vacancies for numerous roles , including store manager positions , bike or car delivery roles or instore crew vacancies .
The fast-food chain have dozens of roles available across the UK .
To find a job near you , visit : https : //people.mcdonalds.co.uk/job-search .

There are a multitude of jobs on offer ranging from retail to communications, and from logistics to management.
These are the companies hiring right now, and some of the opportunities they are offering.
Boots
Boots is hiring for various jobs throughout the UK, from vacancies in the pharmacy to managerial positions.
As of September 29, the company currently has more than 650 positions available - with roles such as pharmacists, store managers and trainee roles all up for grabs.
To apply, visit: https://www.boots.jobs.
Tesco
Tesco has numerous job opportunities available at the moment throughout different parts of the UK, ranging from customer assistant roles to shift manager positions and delivery driver vacancies.
At the time of publication (September 29), Tesco have more than 1,900 roles they are looking to fill.
To apply, go to: https://www.tesco-careers.com.
PwC
PwC has numerous positions available throughout the UK, including client finance administrator roles, legal associate vacancies and test analyst vacancies.
As of September 29 - PwC has more than 200 roles available nationwide.
To make an application, visit: http://www.experiencedcareers.pwc.co.uk/page/show/job_search.
Next
Next have lots of jobs on offer, whether it be in their head office, warehouse or in-store - with roles ranging from sales consultant to office and stock assistant.
As of September 29, Next has more than 1,200 jobs up for grabs at locations across the country.
To apply, visit: https://careers.next.co.uk/vacancies.
Lidl
The supermarket chain have a variety of roles up for grabs in all corners of the country.
At the time of publication (September 29), Lidl have more than 200 jobs available nationwide.
To see the full list of jobs and apply, visit: https://careers.lidl.co.uk/jobsearch.
Deliveroo
Deliveroo has a range of job opportunities currently available nationwide - all ranging from communication roles to logistics coordinator positions.
To apply, go to: https://deliveroo.co.uk/apply.
Domino’s
Domino’s has vacancies for numerous roles, including store manager positions, bike or car delivery roles or instore crew vacancies.
To search for roles, visit: https://www.dominosrecruitment.co.uk.
McDonald's
The fast-food chain have dozens of roles available across the UK.
To find a job near you, visit: https://people.mcdonalds.co.uk/job-search.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-29--New A&E appointment scheme at Alexandra and Worcestershire Royal

Starting this week , patients in Kidderminster who don ’ t have serious or life-threatening medical need will be given an appointment time at A & E – or risk a longer wait .
Hospitals in Worcestershire , including the Alexandra in Redditch and Worcestershire Royal , are among the first to implement a new national programme called NHS 111 First .
Under this new system , the public will be asked to contact NHS 111 before attending A & E if they have an urgent – but not serious or life-threatening - medical need .
They will then be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This could be an appointment with a GP or dentist , or – for the first time - a timeslot at an A & E department .
Arrangements will not change for people with serious or life-threatening illnesses or injuries – they will still be advised to dial 999 as before .
Nobody that attends A & E without having contacted NHS 111 beforehand will be turned away , but those not requiring immediate treatment may have to wait longer to be seen .
NHS 111 is already able to refer and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , such as GP services .
But from October , this will also include emergency departments and Minor Injury Units .
Care Navigators will be in A & E departments to help people use NHS 111 while they wait .
As a result , people may be directed elsewhere where they could be treated sooner .
By introducing this new system , health bosses hope patients will get to speak with a senior clinician earlier and control crowding to reduce the risk of Covid-19 transmission .
Redditch MP Rachel Maclean said : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the performances of our county ’ s A & Es , particularly at the Worcestershire Royal .
Therefore , any attempt to reduce waiting times and to improve patient care will always be welcomed by me .
“ It ’ s important to stress that in an emergency or life-threatening situation people should continue to call 999 .
This has not changed .
“ However , for people with an urgent medical need that is not serious or life-threatening , this new system will triage people to the right treatment .
This could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A & E .
This will enable emergency departments to know that people are coming , ensuring patients get the treatment they need more quickly .
“ Through my Alex Working Group , I will monitor the situation closely with hospital bosses to ensure this new system is having the desired effect on A & E performance and patient care .
Any issues which emerge I will raise directly with the Health Secretary to ensure they are rectified .
”

Hospitals in Worcestershire, including the Alexandra in Redditch and Worcestershire Royal, are among the first to implement a new national programme called NHS 111 First.
Under this new system, the public will be asked to contact NHS 111 before attending A&E if they have an urgent – but not serious or life-threatening - medical need.
They will then be directed to the right service for them. This could be an appointment with a GP or dentist, or – for the first time - a timeslot at an A&E department.
Arrangements will not change for people with serious or life-threatening illnesses or injuries – they will still be advised to dial 999 as before. Nobody that attends A&E without having contacted NHS 111 beforehand will be turned away, but those not requiring immediate treatment may have to wait longer to be seen.
NHS 111 is already able to refer and book people into a number of services, such as GP services. But from October, this will also include emergency departments and Minor Injury Units.
Care Navigators will be in A&E departments to help people use NHS 111 while they wait. As a result, people may be directed elsewhere where they could be treated sooner.
By introducing this new system, health bosses hope patients will get to speak with a senior clinician earlier and control crowding to reduce the risk of Covid-19 transmission.
Redditch MP Rachel Maclean said: “We’re all too aware of the performances of our county’s A&Es, particularly at the Worcestershire Royal. Therefore, any attempt to reduce waiting times and to improve patient care will always be welcomed by me.
“It’s important to stress that in an emergency or life-threatening situation people should continue to call 999. This has not changed.
“However, for people with an urgent medical need that is not serious or life-threatening, this new system will triage people to the right treatment. This could be their GP, minor injuries or A&E. This will enable emergency departments to know that people are coming, ensuring patients get the treatment they need more quickly.
“Through my Alex Working Group, I will monitor the situation closely with hospital bosses to ensure this new system is having the desired effect on A&E performance and patient care. Any issues which emerge I will raise directly with the Health Secretary to ensure they are rectified.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-29--Stranger tried to lure Kidderminster student into car with sweets

POLICE are reviewing CCTV footage after a woman attempted to lure a Kidderminster school student into her car by offering them sweets .
Emails were sent to parents at Holy Trinity School in Kidderminster on Monday ( September 28 ) after a student was approached by a stranger while walking home from an after school club last week .
The unknown woman , who was described as being around 40 years old and 5ft 10 tall with grey-ish curly hair , told the student there were sweets in her car and to get in the vehicle .
The email sent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by The Shuttle , reads : `` Please be advised that a student was approached by a female stranger ( over 40 years , grey-ish curly hair , tall 5ft 10 ) whilst walking home from an after school activity last week .
`` The student was approached and told there were sweets in the car ( dark grey small car ) and to get into the car .
Obviously the student did n't and continued to walk quickly home .
`` The incident has been reported to the police and they are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tell your children so that they are aware of the incident and also to be very aware of those around them walking to and from school . ''
The incident comes after several recent reports in Worcester involving children being approached by strangers .
Police confirmed they are investigating the Kidderminster incident and officers are now reviewing CCTV footage in the area .
Safer neighbourhood inspector Dave King said : “ We are investigating thoroughly including visits to gain any relevant information and viewing any CCTV that is present in the area .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to reassure members of public and I would encourage you to speak with the officers on patrol with any concerns you may have .
“ We do not believe the incident is linked to the previous incidents reported in Worcester . ''

Emails were sent to parents at Holy Trinity School in Kidderminster on Monday (September 28) after a student was approached by a stranger while walking home from an after school club last week.
The unknown woman, who was described as being around 40 years old and 5ft 10 tall with grey-ish curly hair, told the student there were sweets in her car and to get in the vehicle.
The email sent to parents, which has been seen by The Shuttle, reads: "Please be advised that a student was approached by a female stranger (over 40 years, grey-ish curly hair, tall 5ft 10) whilst walking home from an after school activity last week.
"The student was approached and told there were sweets in the car (dark grey small car) and to get into the car. Obviously the student didn't and continued to walk quickly home.
"The incident has been reported to the police and they are taking it very seriously.
"Please tell your children so that they are aware of the incident and also to be very aware of those around them walking to and from school."
The incident comes after several recent reports in Worcester involving children being approached by strangers.
Police confirmed they are investigating the Kidderminster incident and officers are now reviewing CCTV footage in the area.
Safer neighbourhood inspector Dave King said: “We are investigating thoroughly including visits to gain any relevant information and viewing any CCTV that is present in the area.
“We have additional officers on patrol to reassure members of public and I would encourage you to speak with the officers on patrol with any concerns you may have.
“We do not believe the incident is linked to the previous incidents reported in Worcester."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-09-29--TV Licence: Refusing to pay will not be a criminal offence under new rules

Viewers across the UK who refuse to pay their TV licence will no longer face criminal sanctions - as part of plans by the government to overhaul the BBC .
We 've put together everything we know so far .
How much does a TV Licence cost ?
A licence currently costs £157.50 a year , but those who do n't purchase one would instead be punishable by a fine enforced in the civil courts and by bailiffs .
Failure to pay will also affect credit ratings .
Who has reported that changes could be afoot ?
According to The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the newspaper that decriminalising the licence fee was a “ done deal ” , but that there was still a debate about how to replace it .
How many people were jailed for not having one in 2018 ?
In 2018 , just five people were jailed out of a total of 129,446 people in England who were prosecuted for not having a TV licence .
The current average penalty for not holding a licence is £176 .
When do I need a TV licence ?
In the UK you need a TV @ @ @ @ @ @ @ TV programmes as they ’ re being broadcast , or watch or download BBC programmes on iPlayer .
It ’ s currently a criminal offence to watch live TV or use BBC iPlayer unless you have a valid TV Licence .
What happens if you do n't have a valid TV licence ?
If you don ’ t have a valid TV licence , you will receive a letter asking you to get in touch and to start making payments .
If you continue not to pay , an enquiry officer could visit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ need a licence .
If the officer finds that a licence is needed they will try to get evidence of this .
Failure to pay at this stage can result in court action using the evidence collected by the enquiry officer .
The court can issue a fine of up to £1,000 which will show up if your criminal record is checked .

We've put together everything we know so far.
How much does a TV Licence cost?
A licence currently costs £157.50 a year, but those who don't purchase one would instead be punishable by a fine enforced in the civil courts and by bailiffs. Failure to pay will also affect credit ratings.
Who has reported that changes could be afoot?
According to The Times, a government source reportedly told the newspaper that decriminalising the licence fee was a “done deal”, but that there was still a debate about how to replace it.
How many people were jailed for not having one in 2018?
In 2018, just five people were jailed out of a total of 129,446 people in England who were prosecuted for not having a TV licence.
The current average penalty for not holding a licence is £176.
When do I need a TV licence?
In the UK you need a TV Licence if you watch or record live TV programmes as they’re being broadcast, or watch or download BBC programmes on iPlayer.
It’s currently a criminal offence to watch live TV or use BBC iPlayer unless you have a valid TV Licence.
What happens if you don't have a valid TV licence?
If you don’t have a valid TV licence, you will receive a letter asking you to get in touch and to start making payments.
If you continue not to pay, an enquiry officer could visit your home to find out if you need a licence.
If the officer finds that a licence is needed they will try to get evidence of this.
Failure to pay at this stage can result in court action using the evidence collected by the enquiry officer.
The court can issue a fine of up to £1,000 which will show up if your criminal record is checked.