kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-12--Tree planting under way for new woodland in Bewdley

THE first of 3,000 trees have been planted as part of a new woodland being created in Bewdley .
Worcestershire County Council has committed to planting 150,000 trees supplied by The Woodland Trust across the county over the next five years , including a brand new woodland near to Blackstone Picnic Place in Bewdley .
Tree planting has now begun at the Bewdley site , with more due to be added in 2021 and further woodland set to be created on county council-owned land in Norton , Evesham .
Other sites are being considered to complement the two sites in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the committed target within the five years .
Councillor Tony Miller , cabinet member for environment , said : “ It ’ s great to be taking the first steps in creating new woodland areas across the county , and it ’ s a real milestone to be planting the first trees at our Bewdley site .
`` I ’ d like to take the opportunity to thank local member Councillor Ian Hardiman for his ongoing commitment and support towards this project .
`` We are making this commitment to plant these trees @ @ @ @ @ @ @ own land , it is a real sign of the progress we are making in improving our local environment .
`` We ’ re really keen for the new woodland areas to become something our residents and our local communities can really become involved in , particularly at the Bewdley site .
`` I hope this inspires other organisations to join us in planting more trees on land they own so further new woodlands can be created to create a lasting green legacy for future generations.
” The council has also been working @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Patrick Holcroft to bring the new woodland to the county .
Lt. Col. Patrick Holcroft LVO OBE .
said : “ I am delighted to have been able to help bring together the planning enthusiasm , generosity and far-sightedness of the county council and The Woodland Trust to create what we all hope will become an enduring legacy for Worcestershire and which will form part of the proposed national celebration of The Queen ’ s Platinum Jubilee in 2022 , The Queen 's Green Canopy project .
`` I would now like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ landowners , both public and private to consider joining this project .
”

Worcestershire County Council has committed to planting 150,000 trees supplied by The Woodland Trust across the county over the next five years, including a brand new woodland near to Blackstone Picnic Place in Bewdley.
Tree planting has now begun at the Bewdley site, with more due to be added in 2021 and further woodland set to be created on county council-owned land in Norton, Evesham.
Other sites are being considered to complement the two sites in other areas of the county to reach the committed target within the five years.
Councillor Tony Miller, cabinet member for environment, said: “It’s great to be taking the first steps in creating new woodland areas across the county, and it’s a real milestone to be planting the first trees at our Bewdley site.
"I’d like to take the opportunity to thank local member Councillor Ian Hardiman for his ongoing commitment and support towards this project.
"We are making this commitment to plant these trees over the next five years on our own land, it is a real sign of the progress we are making in improving our local environment.
"We’re really keen for the new woodland areas to become something our residents and our local communities can really become involved in, particularly at the Bewdley site.
"I hope this inspires other organisations to join us in planting more trees on land they own so further new woodlands can be created to create a lasting green legacy for future generations.”
The council has also been working closely with the Lord Lieutenant of Worcestershire, Patrick Holcroft to bring the new woodland to the county.
Lt. Col. Patrick Holcroft LVO OBE. said: “I am delighted to have been able to help bring together the planning enthusiasm, generosity and far-sightedness of the county council and The Woodland Trust to create what we all hope will become an enduring legacy for Worcestershire and which will form part of the proposed national celebration of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022, The Queen's Green Canopy project.
"I would now like to encourage all the county’s landowners, both public and private to consider joining this project.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-12--Co-operative Travel shops reopening in Kidderminster and Stourport

TWO Co-operative Travel shops in Wyre Forest are getting ready to reopen their doors following the end of the second nationwide lockdown .
Travel consultants at the Co-op Travel branches in Franche and Stourport are inviting hopeful holidaymakers back into store to book their 2021 breaks in December .
Many Brits had their 2020 holiday plans thwarted by the Covid-19 pandemic and the travel agents is seeing growing demand from Worcestershire customers for “ dream holidays ” .
The effects of the pandemic on the travel industry has also created opportunities for customers to snap up luxury holidays to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ record value prices .
Co-operative Travel in Lombard Street and inside the Co-operative Food shop in Franche Road are among five county branches reopening on December 28 Natalie Turner , head of branches for Co-operative Travel , said : “ Once Christmas is over , thoughts typically turn to holidays , and we ’ re delighted that all our branches across Worcestershire will be open by December 28 to welcome customers safely , and help them plan their well-earned getaway .
“ We ’ re already seeing an upturn in holiday bookings , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which we ’ re attributing to the fantastic progress being made on the Covid-19 vaccine , the opening of further travel corridors to some of our favourite long-haul destinations , and the positive developments on the test to release quarantine system , all of which have boosted consumer confidence to travel .
“ We ’ re seeing growing demand for holidays to long-haul dream destinations such as the Maldives and the Caribbean , and a desire for secluded , socially distanced luxury .
`` Many of our customers missed out on their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a result , are eager to book something extra special for 2021 .
“ We have also been blown-away by the amazing deals that we ’ ve been able to offer our customers , courtesy of the many and varied travel companies we work with .
`` Holidaymakers have been snapping up luxury holidays with unbeatable savings , including seven-nights , all-inclusive at the Furaveri Island Resort and Spa in the Maldives from just £1,579pp , with return flights .
`` This represents a saving of £2,998 per couple and is available on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ offers available to Co-operative Travel customers include seven nights all-inclusive at the Anelia Resort and Spa in Mauritius , from £1,159pp , including flights , transfers and a free room upgrade , and representing a 50 per cent saving , and seven nights , all-inclusive at the Sunset at the Palms resort in Jamaica , staying in a tree house deluxe room , from £1,259pp including return flights in Premium with Virgin Atlantic .
“ Whilst we have remained available to customers via phone , online and social media , when the stores @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the reassurance of face-to-face contact with a travel expert , '' said Natalie .
`` With the confusion around travel corridors , quarantine rules and Covid test requirements , which vary by country , it ’ s never been more important for holidaymakers to book with an experienced and trusted travel agent .
`` Our expert travel consultants are ready to navigate customers through the complexities of the current travel booking process and send them on the holiday of their dreams . ''

Travel consultants at the Co-op Travel branches in Franche and Stourport are inviting hopeful holidaymakers back into store to book their 2021 breaks in December.
Many Brits had their 2020 holiday plans thwarted by the Covid-19 pandemic and the travel agents is seeing growing demand from Worcestershire customers for “dream holidays”.
The effects of the pandemic on the travel industry has also created opportunities for customers to snap up luxury holidays to the Caribbean, Mauritius and the Maldives for record value prices.
Co-operative Travel in Lombard Street and inside the Co-operative Food shop in Franche Road are among five county branches reopening on December 28
Natalie Turner, head of branches for Co-operative Travel, said: “Once Christmas is over, thoughts typically turn to holidays, and we’re delighted that all our branches across Worcestershire will be open by December 28 to welcome customers safely, and help them plan their well-earned getaway.
“We’re already seeing an upturn in holiday bookings, particularly for departures from May 2021 onwards, which we’re attributing to the fantastic progress being made on the Covid-19 vaccine, the opening of further travel corridors to some of our favourite long-haul destinations, and the positive developments on the test to release quarantine system, all of which have boosted consumer confidence to travel.
“We’re seeing growing demand for holidays to long-haul dream destinations such as the Maldives and the Caribbean, and a desire for secluded, socially distanced luxury.
"Many of our customers missed out on their annual getaway in 2020 and, as a result, are eager to book something extra special for 2021.
“We have also been blown-away by the amazing deals that we’ve been able to offer our customers, courtesy of the many and varied travel companies we work with.
"Holidaymakers have been snapping up luxury holidays with unbeatable savings, including seven-nights, all-inclusive at the Furaveri Island Resort and Spa in the Maldives from just £1,579pp, with return flights.
"This represents a saving of £2,998 per couple and is available on departures throughout 2021 and 2022.”
Other offers available to Co-operative Travel customers include seven nights all-inclusive at the Anelia Resort and Spa in Mauritius, from £1,159pp, including flights, transfers and a free room upgrade, and representing a 50 per cent saving, and seven nights, all-inclusive at the Sunset at the Palms resort in Jamaica, staying in a tree house deluxe room, from £1,259pp including return flights in Premium with Virgin Atlantic.
“Whilst we have remained available to customers via phone, online and social media, when the stores have had to close, nothing beats the reassurance of face-to-face contact with a travel expert," said Natalie.
"With the confusion around travel corridors, quarantine rules and Covid test requirements, which vary by country, it’s never been more important for holidaymakers to book with an experienced and trusted travel agent.
"Our expert travel consultants are ready to navigate customers through the complexities of the current travel booking process and send them on the holiday of their dreams."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-12--Death notices from this week's Kidderminster Shuttle

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kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-12--Argos, Nike, Boots Boohoo: The best pre-Christmas sales

Pre-Christmas deals have become more and more popular over the past decade with many retailers opting not to wait for Boxing Day .
This year , as businesses seek to compensate for High Street lock-downs and dampened foot-fall , the online December sales already available are impressive , be you shopping for Christmas presents or simply looking to stock up on certain necessities .
Here 's our round up of the Pre-Christmas Sales now on .
Argos is proving to be one of the most popular UK retailers this holiday season , and their December sales are simply sweetening the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hundreds of toys , and huge saves on items across all departments in their Clearance Sale .
There are also discounts on tech products - bargains to be found on iPads , voice-activated assistants , and instant cameras .
Shop the range here .
Boots is a great bet if you 're wanting to purchase some Christmas gifts .
They 've 'better than half price ' on many of their most popular make-up lines , including Liz Earle , Lancome , MAC and No 7 .
There 's also up to 50 % @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , DKNY , and YSL .
For the more practically minded , Oral-B iO9 Toothbrushes are better than half price .
Shop the sale here .
Thoroughness behoves us to mention that Currys PC World have up to 40 % off many of their products , but given that they have recently cancelled Black Friday orders , unable to fulfil them , we advise you to buy your appliances elsewhere .
A safer offer is AO.com , where they are offering discounts across a thousand products in their clearance sale , including smart @ @ @ @ @ @ @ There are reliable brands like Samsung , Shark , and and Bosch .
Shop the sale here .
In may be a cliche , but it delightful to receive a perfume for Christmas - or indeed gift one .
There are savings up to 70 % off at the Fragrance Shop , with deals on great brands , such as Chanel , Tommy Hilfiger , for both masculine and feminine fragrances .
Shop the clearance sale here .
Super stylish homewares online shop Made is emptying out their warehouse with a brilliant clearance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be found on handsome sofas , carpets , mirrors , kitchen furniture , and more .
Shop here .
If you 're considering proposing in the New Year , you would be advised to check on the Goldsmiths sale , where there is 50 % a stunning selection of platinum and diamond rings .
Within the same sale - if matrimony is n't on the horizon - are Omega watches , diamond pendants , and white gold earrings , all at half their usual price .
Gorgeous decadence .
Shop the sale here @ @ @ @ @ @ @ off womenswear , party wear , and footwear .
There 's 30 % off the popular Rosie and Autograph lingerie range , while men can get two lambsool jumpers for £60 , or two merino jumpers for £60 .
Children 's boots are 30 % off , as is selected childrenswear .
Shop all the offers here .
Boohoo has up to £80 off absolutely everything on site , both mens and womenswear .
They skew fairly young in their style , but they 're great if your Shop here Urban Outfitters are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 50 % off both men and women 's clothing , and home wares .
It 's get-in-quick deal , as stock is limited .
Shop here .
Office has 50 % off their designated 'Festive treats ' .
This means Uggs , Nike , Adidas , and Converse , Dr Marten 's and more .
They 're also offering free UK delivery .
Shop the sale here .
Clarks is also offering up to 50 % off their stylish , dependable footwear , for men , women , and children .
Shop the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sports and style lines , including their trainers , hoodies , and clothing .
Shop here .
Net-A-Porter has up to 50 % off across all it 's ranges , from clothes , shoes , jewellery , bags , accessories , to watches .
There are A-List designers , from Chole , Fendi , Givenchy , to Philip Lim .
Shop the sale here Oliver Bonas has a particularly glitzy range of partywear , which they 've marked down up to 40 % .
That includes jewellery and party menswear , too .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ up to 50 % off on women 's , men 's , and children 's clothing .
Shop here .
Sales of adult toys have surged during lockdown - unsurprisingly - Lovehoney currently have up 40 % their salacious goodies , from sex toys to lingerie .
Shop here This article contains affiliate links .
We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article .

This year, as businesses seek to compensate for High Street lock-downs and dampened foot-fall, the online December sales already available are impressive, be you shopping for Christmas presents or simply looking to stock up on certain necessities.
Here's our round up of the Pre-Christmas Sales now on.
Argos
Argos is proving to be one of the most popular UK retailers this holiday season, and their December sales are simply sweetening the deal. They have sizeable discounts on hundreds of toys, and huge saves on items across all departments in their Clearance Sale.
There are also discounts on tech products - bargains to be found on iPads, voice-activated assistants, and instant cameras. Shop the range here.
Boots
Boots is a great bet if you're wanting to purchase some Christmas gifts. They've 'better than half price' on many of their most popular make-up lines, including Liz Earle, Lancome, MAC and No 7.
There's also up to 50% some 170 perfumes, including Marc Jacobs, DKNY, and YSL. For the more practically minded, Oral-B iO9 Toothbrushes are better than half price. Shop the sale here.
Appliances Online
Thoroughness behoves us to mention that Currys PC World have up to 40% off many of their products, but given that they have recently cancelled Black Friday orders, unable to fulfil them, we advise you to buy your appliances elsewhere.
A safer offer is AO.com, where they are offering discounts across a thousand products in their clearance sale, including smart TVs, games consoles and kitchenware. There are reliable brands like Samsung, Shark, and and Bosch. Shop the sale here.
The Fragrance Shop
In may be a cliche, but it delightful to receive a perfume for Christmas - or indeed gift one. There are savings up to 70% off at the Fragrance Shop, with deals on great brands, such as Chanel, Tommy Hilfiger, for both masculine and feminine fragrances. Shop the clearance sale here.
Made
Super stylish homewares online shop Made is emptying out their warehouse with a brilliant clearance sale. There are great deals to be found on handsome sofas, carpets, mirrors, kitchen furniture, and more. Shop here.
Goldsmiths
If you're considering proposing in the New Year, you would be advised to check on the Goldsmiths sale, where there is 50% a stunning selection of platinum and diamond rings.
Within the same sale - if matrimony isn't on the horizon - are Omega watches, diamond pendants, and white gold earrings, all at half their usual price. Gorgeous decadence. Shop the sale here.
Clothing sales
Marks & Spencer has 30% off womenswear, party wear, and footwear. There's 30% off the popular Rosie and Autograph lingerie range, while men can get two lambsool jumpers for £60, or two merino jumpers for £60.
Children's boots are 30% off, as is selected childrenswear. Shop all the offers here.
Boohoo has up to £80 off absolutely everything on site, both mens and womenswear. They skew fairly young in their style, but they're great if your Shop here
Urban Outfitters are offering impressive discounts, with up to 50% off both men and women's clothing, and home wares. It's get-in-quick deal, as stock is limited. Shop here.
Office has 50% off their designated 'Festive treats'. This means Uggs, Nike, Adidas, and Converse, Dr Marten's and more. They're also offering free UK delivery. Shop the sale here.
Clarks is also offering up to 50% off their stylish, dependable footwear, for men, women, and children. Shop the range here.
Nike has discounted its sports and style lines, including their trainers, hoodies, and clothing. Shop here.
Net-A-Porter has up to 50% off across all it's ranges, from clothes, shoes, jewellery, bags, accessories, to watches. There are A-List designers, from Chole, Fendi, Givenchy, to Philip Lim. Shop the sale here
Oliver Bonas has a particularly glitzy range of partywear, which they've marked down up to 40%. That includes jewellery and party menswear, too. Shop here.
H&M has up to 50% off on women's, men's, and children's clothing. Shop here.
Lovehoney
Sales of adult toys have surged during lockdown - unsurprisingly - Lovehoney currently have up 40% their salacious goodies, from sex toys to lingerie. Shop here
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kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-13--Three men hit by truck going wrong way on Stourport A449

THREE men suffered serious leg injuries after a hit and run involving a truck travelling the wrong way down a @ @ @ @ @ The victims arrived in the Crossway Green area with a woman in a blue Ford @ @ @ @ @ Friday night ( December 11 ) .
A truck , which was being driven the @ @ @ @ @ , collided with the men in what police are calling a `` violent incident '' @ @ @ @ @ the vehicle nearby before fleeing the scene .
An unknown silver-coloured vehicle was also involved @ @ @ @ @ three men have been admitted to hospital with serious leg injuries .
Police are now @ @ @ @ @ come forwards .
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said : `` We believe a @ @ @ @ @ at the incident and we are keen to speak to them and any other witnesses @ @ @ @ @ is urged to contact 101 quoting reference 701i or December 11 or call Crimestoppers on @ @ @ @ @ can report information online anonymously through our Tell Us About section . ''

The victims arrived in the Crossway Green area with a woman in a blue Ford car at around 10.45pm on Friday night (December 11).
A truck, which was being driven the wrong way on the A449, collided with the men in what police are calling a "violent incident".
The truck driver abandoned the vehicle nearby before fleeing the scene.
An unknown silver-coloured vehicle was also involved in the incident.
All three men have been admitted to hospital with serious leg injuries.
Police are now appealing to any witnesses to come forwards.
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said: "We believe a passing motorist stopped to help at the incident and we are keen to speak to them and any other witnesses.
"Anyone with information is urged to contact 101 quoting reference 701i or December 11 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555111. Alternatively you can report information online anonymously through our Tell Us About section."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-13--Arrest made after youths seen damaging cars in Kidderminster

AN arrest has been made after several cars were reportedly damaged by a group of teenagers in Kidderminster .
Police @ @ @ @ @ group of youngsters damaging vehicles along Park Lane on Saturday night ( December 12 ) @ @ @ @ @ suggest one member of the group had been punching people 's car wing mirrors .
@ @ @ @ @ group had attempted to tip a car over .
Kidderminster Safer Neighbourhood Teams posted on @ @ @ @ @ We had several reports of a group of youths damaging vehicles along Park Lane last @ @ @ @ @ thought to be responsible for this was arrested at the scene and is still in @ @ @ @ @ our enquiries . ''

Police received numerous calls about a group of youngsters damaging vehicles along Park Lane on Saturday night (December 12).
Reports on social media suggest one member of the group had been punching people's car wing mirrors.
One post even suggested the group had attempted to tip a car over.
Kidderminster Safer Neighbourhood Teams posted on Twitter on Sunday: "We had several reports of a group of youths damaging vehicles along Park Lane last night.
"The person thought to be responsible for this was arrested at the scene and is still in custody 'helping' us with our enquiries."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-13--Kidderminster retirement apartments rated good by CQC

A RETIREMENT living complex in Kidderminster has been rated 'good ' in its latest inspection by the Care Quality Commission ( CQC ) .
Following a virtual inspection of Berrington Court on November 9 , the CQC praised staff for being `` kind and caring '' and respecting people 's diverse needs .
The report read : `` People were supported by staff who were kind and caring and people 's equality and diversity needs were respected .
`` People 's support needs were assessed regularly and planned to ensure they received the support they needed ” .
“ The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ service and audits were completed regularly .
`` Surveys were completed to gather information about people 's views .
Spot checks were carried out to ensure the quality of the service was maintained . ''
Residents told inspectors they felt safe .
One person said : `` I am quite independent but I do feel safe . ''
All staff who spoke with inspectors told them the management team was approachable and said they felt supported .
One member of staff said : `` The management are brilliant . ''
The inspection was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and video calls due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the home was rated 'good ' for being safe and well-led , while the effective , caring and responsive categories were not rated .
The 100-bed development , built in Felix Baxter Drive in 2016 , is owned and managed by The Community Housing Group .
Katie Schofield , executive manager of independent living services for The Community Housing Group , said : `` We ’ re delighted to have been recognised as a good facility .
`` It ’ s been a challenging @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tirelessly to maintain the excellent standards of care we provide to our residents , and we ’ re really pleased with the positive feedback we continuously get from customers and their families . ''

Following a virtual inspection of Berrington Court on November 9, the CQC praised staff for being "kind and caring" and respecting people's diverse needs.
The report read: "People were supported by staff who were kind and caring and people's equality and diversity needs were respected.
"People's support needs were assessed regularly and planned to ensure they received the support they needed”.
Berrington Court. Photo by Shaun FlanneryBerring
“The management team had good oversight of the service and audits were completed regularly.
"Surveys were completed to gather information about people's views. Spot checks were carried out to ensure the quality of the service was maintained."
Residents told inspectors they felt safe. One person said: "I am quite independent but I do feel safe."
All staff who spoke with inspectors told them the management team was approachable and said they felt supported. One member of staff said: "The management are brilliant."
The inspection was carried out via file sharing, phone and video calls due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the home was rated 'good' for being safe and well-led, while the effective, caring and responsive categories were not rated.
The 100-bed development, built in Felix Baxter Drive in 2016, is owned and managed by The Community Housing Group.
Katie Schofield, executive manager of independent living services for The Community Housing Group, said: "We’re delighted to have been recognised as a good facility.
"It’s been a challenging year, but our staff have worked tirelessly to maintain the excellent standards of care we provide to our residents, and we’re really pleased with the positive feedback we continuously get from customers and their families."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-13--New kit for elite rugby squad at Stourport school

TALENTED rugby players at Stourport High School and Sixth Form College will be turning out in a new strip when matches resume .
The kit has been sponsored to the tune of £500 by Tettenhall Building Company , run by Mark Thomas whose son Fin , a year 13 student , is a squad member .
Ryan Watkins , Diploma in Sporting Excellence ( DiSE ) manager from Worcester Warriors , said : “ We ’ re over the moon with Mark ’ s generosity .
The lads look very smart and we hope we can now arrange fixtures for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” The arrival of the kit came just ahead of the government finally allowing the heavily contact game to resume at community level with adaptations , including no scrums or mauls , to ensure it is Covid-secure .
School principal Jon Sheers added : “ The sponsorship is an extremely generous gesture and is greatly appreciated by all the players , coaching staff and the wider school community.
” The DiSE programme is run in partnership between the VIth Form and Worcester Warriors , enabling talented players to develop their game at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @

The kit has been sponsored to the tune of £500 by Tettenhall Building Company, run by Mark Thomas whose son Fin, a year 13 student, is a squad member.
Ryan Watkins, Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) manager from Worcester Warriors, said: “We’re over the moon with Mark’s generosity. The lads look very smart and we hope we can now arrange fixtures for them to play in the new year.”
The arrival of the kit came just ahead of the government finally allowing the heavily contact game to resume at community level with adaptations, including no scrums or mauls, to ensure it is Covid-secure.
School principal Jon Sheers added: “The sponsorship is an extremely generous gesture and is greatly appreciated by all the players, coaching staff and the wider school community.”
The DiSE programme is run in partnership between the VIth Form and Worcester Warriors, enabling talented players to develop their game at the same time as completing academic studies.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-13--Three reasons why we might not get a Brexit deal

TODAY ( Sunday ) is decision day for Brexit negotiaters when they will either cotinue talking or give up on the dream of a trade deal .
But why are the UK and the European Union still at loggerheads with time running out to reach agreement before the current transition period ends at the end of the month ?
Simon Usherwood , Professor in Politics at the University of Surrey explains in his latest piece for The Conversation .
It ’ s worth remembering one simple fact : the issues that are causing problems now are the same ones that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
If the Article 50 talks that ran between 2017 and 2019 were all about ending UK membership of the European Union , then the current negotiations have been about creating a new relationship between the two sides .
While the former dealt with the rights of citizens in each other ’ s territory and the management of the Irish dimension , the latter has been focused on more general trading arrangements and the extent to which the UK wants to remain aligned with EU rules in the future .
When those talks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three main sticking points were immediately obvious from the stated positions of the British government and the European Commission .
First , and perhaps least , is the question of fisheries .
As a potent symbol of the failings of EU membership since the 1970s , with depletion of stocks and ever more of the catch being taken by non-UK vessels , it is not so surprising that the UK wants to be out of any obligations to retain elements of the Common Fisheries Policy .
“ British waters for British fishermen ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to sell to a public that might be otherwise lost in the intricacies of all this .
The EU negotiation team during a recent trip to London .
( PA Wire ) By contrast , the EU would like to retain its access , partly because so much of the UK catch ends up on European plates but also because the arrangements for fisheries management it proposes are more robust and enforceable than the more usual model of cooperation that exists .
Either way , the EU has grounded its arguments in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a lot in the law of the sea : basically , how things were should be a strong guide to how things will be .
While evocative , fisheries remains a tiny part of either side ’ s economic activity .
So while it might make for punning headlines , it is unlikely to be the thing that makes or breaks this all .
In addition , it has the great advantage that compromises can be found in a number of different ways , which makes it an ideal chip in balancing the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Of these , the “ level playing field ” will have the most immediate and obvious impact .
In essence , this is simply about whether the two sides can agree that they won ’ t use a weakening of standards on things like environmental protection or workers ’ rights to make goods and services more competitive after Brexit .
The EU is concerned that once the UK is no longer beholden to the commitments that come with EU membership , it might start a race to the bottom on standards .
That @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , given the size and proximity of the UK .
By contrast , the British government worries that the level playing field is a means to continue the obligations of membership even after the UK has left the EU .
While the government says it has no plans to cut back on protections , it feels it only right that it should have the option to do so , more on principle than on need .
The gap here has been much less bridgeable than fish , because there are very few ways @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ re committing to follow the other side ’ s standards , or you ’ re not .
And given that whatever happens on this will affect the entire economy , it ’ s not something that can simply be brushed under the carpet , especially given the lack of trust in talks right now .
And it ’ s that shortage of trust that drives the final issue : governance and dispute settlement .
The big sweep of the Brexit process since the 2016 referendum has been one of relations worsening , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brussels .
At every major juncture , the UK has acted in ways that raised fundamental questions for the EU about whether the country is acting , or even can act , in good faith .
As a result , the EU wants to be able to ensure that any deal has a robust and effective enforcement mechanism .
That involves both the use of the EU ’ s Court of Justice to pronounce on matters of EU law and a cross-retaliation mechanism .
This latter is the notion that non-compliance in one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ met with penalties in another : so not sticking to fishing quotas might see tariffs on cars , for example .
As well as arguing that its word is bond , the UK has taken the view that , as a non-member of the EU , it can not still be bound by the EU ’ s legal order , and that any problems should be contained within their own field , rather than potentially contaminating the entire relationship .
Much as with the level playing field element , there aren ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s case is relatively weak , given the practices in other modern free trade agreements around the world .
Perhaps some wording to underline that the EU court ’ s role would be contained to interpretation of the meaning of EU law only might help , but that hasn ’ t been enough until now .
And this brings us back to the start : none of this is new .
Nine months of intense negotiation haven ’ t solved any of these three elements , so it ’ s hard to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ produced by a ( potentially brief ) meeting between Johnson and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen .
Which might be the point .
If a deal is to come together , then it is more than likely to be built from the solutions that were identified long beforehand .
What will differ is that this is a political moment – a time when the opportunity to dress all this in fine rhetoric and demonstrative action might overcome the technical awkwardness and negotiating compromises .
The Conversation is an independent source of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ academic and research community and delivered direct to the public .
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But why are the UK and the European Union still at loggerheads with time running out to reach agreement before the current transition period ends at the end of the month?
Simon Usherwood, Professor in Politics at the University of Surrey explains in his latest piece for The Conversation.
It’s worth remembering one simple fact: the issues that are causing problems now are the same ones that have always been barriers to a deal.
If the Article 50 talks that ran between 2017 and 2019 were all about ending UK membership of the European Union, then the current negotiations have been about creating a new relationship between the two sides. While the former dealt with the rights of citizens in each other’s territory and the management of the Irish dimension, the latter has been focused on more general trading arrangements and the extent to which the UK wants to remain aligned with EU rules in the future.
When those talks started in March of this year, three main sticking points were immediately obvious from the stated positions of the British government and the European Commission.
Fisheries
First, and perhaps least, is the question of fisheries. As a potent symbol of the failings of EU membership since the 1970s, with depletion of stocks and ever more of the catch being taken by non-UK vessels, it is not so surprising that the UK wants to be out of any obligations to retain elements of the Common Fisheries Policy. “British waters for British fishermen” is also one of the easier slogans to sell to a public that might be otherwise lost in the intricacies of all this.
The EU negotiation team during a recent trip to London. (PA Wire)
By contrast, the EU would like to retain its access, partly because so much of the UK catch ends up on European plates but also because the arrangements for fisheries management it proposes are more robust and enforceable than the more usual model of cooperation that exists. Either way, the EU has grounded its arguments in the language of customary practice, which matters a lot in the law of the sea: basically, how things were should be a strong guide to how things will be.
While evocative, fisheries remains a tiny part of either side’s economic activity. So while it might make for punning headlines, it is unlikely to be the thing that makes or breaks this all. In addition, it has the great advantage that compromises can be found in a number of different ways, which makes it an ideal chip in balancing the other two, more fundamental problems.
Level playing field
Of these, the “level playing field” will have the most immediate and obvious impact. In essence, this is simply about whether the two sides can agree that they won’t use a weakening of standards on things like environmental protection or workers’ rights to make goods and services more competitive after Brexit.
The EU is concerned that once the UK is no longer beholden to the commitments that come with EU membership, it might start a race to the bottom on standards. That would have major consequences for EU producers, given the size and proximity of the UK.
By contrast, the British government worries that the level playing field is a means to continue the obligations of membership even after the UK has left the EU. While the government says it has no plans to cut back on protections, it feels it only right that it should have the option to do so, more on principle than on need.
The gap here has been much less bridgeable than fish, because there are very few ways to cut this up. Either you’re committing to follow the other side’s standards, or you’re not. And given that whatever happens on this will affect the entire economy, it’s not something that can simply be brushed under the carpet, especially given the lack of trust in talks right now.
Dispute settlement
And it’s that shortage of trust that drives the final issue: governance and dispute settlement. The big sweep of the Brexit process since the 2016 referendum has been one of relations worsening, rather than improving, between London and Brussels. At every major juncture, the UK has acted in ways that raised fundamental questions for the EU about whether the country is acting, or even can act, in good faith.
As a result, the EU wants to be able to ensure that any deal has a robust and effective enforcement mechanism. That involves both the use of the EU’s Court of Justice to pronounce on matters of EU law and a cross-retaliation mechanism. This latter is the notion that non-compliance in one area of any agreed cooperation can be met with penalties in another: so not sticking to fishing quotas might see tariffs on cars, for example.
As well as arguing that its word is bond, the UK has taken the view that, as a non-member of the EU, it cannot still be bound by the EU’s legal order, and that any problems should be contained within their own field, rather than potentially contaminating the entire relationship. Much as with the level playing field element, there aren’t many options here, and the UK’s case is relatively weak, given the practices in other modern free trade agreements around the world. Perhaps some wording to underline that the EU court’s role would be contained to interpretation of the meaning of EU law only might help, but that hasn’t been enough until now.
And this brings us back to the start: none of this is new. Nine months of intense negotiation haven’t solved any of these three elements, so it’s hard to see how any new solutions might be produced by a (potentially brief) meeting between Johnson and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen. Which might be the point. If a deal is to come together, then it is more than likely to be built from the solutions that were identified long beforehand. What will differ is that this is a political moment – a time when the opportunity to dress all this in fine rhetoric and demonstrative action might overcome the technical awkwardness and negotiating compromises.
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kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-13--Worcester homes you can buy on the average salary

GETTING on the property ladder can be difficult and confusing at times- especially when it comes to mortgages .
However , with the country slowly emerging out of lockdown and Stamp Duty costs ( for properties £500,000 or less ) put on hold until March , now is a great time to think about buying a house .
David Ross is the Managing Director at Hometrack ( leading provider of insight and intelligence to the mortgage market ) said many factors can impact the size of the mortgage you can borrow , including deposit , interest rates and repayment terms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lenders will lend up to 2.5x your gross annual salary but this can vary .
“ Some good advice is to try and keep your mortgage to less than 28 % of your gross monthly income .
That way you should have plenty of money left for the essentials or to put away for a rainy day.
” The salary you will need to afford houses in Worcester ( Figures based on a 2 % interest rate , 10 % deposit and a 25 year repayment term . )
According to latest data @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people in Worcester is £33.7K .
With this figure in mind , you will realistically be able to afford properties that are £205,000 or less if you want to live comfortably .
These calculations are based on David Ross ’ advice that a mortgage should be around 28 % of your total income .
Here are five Worcester homes you can buy for this price or less- including the estimated salary you should be earning if you want to buy the properties .
Astwood Road Cost of house : £200,000 Total annual salary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £32,657 The garden is chipped and incredibly long ( Photo : Zoopla ) This three bedroom property is described as “ well-presented ” and a house that must be seen in order to be appreciated .
The kitchen is a focal point of the property ; it has a modern aesthetic and integrated appliances .
Outside , there is a well-maintained and long garden with lawn and bark chippings .
Merimans Hill Road Cost of house : £195,000 Total annual salary when mortgage accounts for 28 % : £31,842 On the market for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you might be in luck as this one is on the market for £195,000 .
The property is well-presented , with two double bedrooms and a living/dining room with French doors leading to the garden .
Before you look into buying this house , remember that you need a minimum £19,500 deposit .
Zoopla also estimate that the house will cost an additional £1000 a month to run .
Keble Close Cost of house : £190,000 Total annual salary when mortgage accounts for 28 % : £31,028 This property is a great family @ @ @ @ @ @ @ buyers .
It has three bedrooms , one bathroom and even benefits from its own garage .
The property has it ’ s own well kept garden , with a paved patio section and step up to a lawned area .
Barbourne Road Cost of house : £184,000 Total annual salary when mortgage accounts for 28 % : £30,042 Would you buy this Barbourne Road property ( Photo : Zoopla ) If you are hoping to live in Worcester city centre and still have enough outside space , then this property could be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two bedrooms and is set over three storeys .
Externally , you will have access to your own private decked courtyard which is enclosed by timber panel fencing .
The property also benefits from its own driveway , meaning you won ’ t have to fight for space with other city centre dwellers .
Sycamore Road Cost of house : £180,000 Total annual salary when mortgage accounts for 28 % : £29,400 This property is on the market for £180,000 ( Photo : Zoopla ) If you earn just less than £30,000 per @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in this three bedroom home .
The kitchen has to be to focal point of the room as it is stylish and incredibly spacious ; the kitchen also leads out to the conservatory .
The garden of this property is described as “ extensive ” and it benefits from both a paved and grassy area .

However, with the country slowly emerging out of lockdown and Stamp Duty costs (for properties £500,000 or less) put on hold until March, now is a great time to think about buying a house.
David Ross is the Managing Director at Hometrack (leading provider of insight and intelligence to the mortgage market) said many factors can impact the size of the mortgage you can borrow, including deposit, interest rates and repayment terms.
He said: “Generally, lenders will lend up to 2.5x your gross annual salary but this can vary.
“Some good advice is to try and keep your mortgage to less than 28% of your gross monthly income. That way you should have plenty of money left for the essentials or to put away for a rainy day.”
The salary you will need to afford houses in Worcester
(Figures based on a 2% interest rate, 10% deposit and a 25 year repayment term.)
According to latest data from Plumplot, the average salary for people in Worcester is £33.7K.
With this figure in mind, you will realistically be able to afford properties that are £205,000 or less if you want to live comfortably.
These calculations are based on David Ross’ advice that a mortgage should be around 28% of your total income.
Here are five Worcester homes you can buy for this price or less- including the estimated salary you should be earning if you want to buy the properties.
Astwood Road
Cost of house: £200,000
Total annual salary when mortgage accounts for 28%: £32,657
The garden is chipped and incredibly long (Photo: Zoopla)
This three bedroom property is described as “well-presented” and a house that must be seen in order to be appreciated.
The kitchen is a focal point of the property; it has a modern aesthetic and integrated appliances.
Outside, there is a well-maintained and long garden with lawn and bark chippings.
Merimans Hill Road
Cost of house: £195,000
Total annual salary when mortgage accounts for 28%: £31,842
Merimans Hill Road property (Photo: Zoopla)
On the market for a two bedroom terraced home?
Then you might be in luck as this one is on the market for £195,000.
The property is well-presented, with two double bedrooms and a living/dining room with French doors leading to the garden.
Before you look into buying this house, remember that you need a minimum £19,500 deposit.
Zoopla also estimate that the house will cost an additional £1000 a month to run.
Keble Close
Cost of house: £190,000
Total annual salary when mortgage accounts for 28%: £31,028
Keble Close (Photo: Zoopla)
This property is a great family home which is ideal for first time buyers.
It has three bedrooms, one bathroom and even benefits from its own garage.
The property has it’s own well kept garden, with a paved patio section and step up to a lawned area.
Barbourne Road
Cost of house: £184,000
Total annual salary when mortgage accounts for 28%: £30,042
Would you buy this Barbourne Road property (Photo: Zoopla)
If you are hoping to live in Worcester city centre and still have enough outside space, then this property could be the ideal solution.
The property has two bedrooms and is set over three storeys.
Externally, you will have access to your own private decked courtyard which is enclosed by timber panel fencing.
The property also benefits from its own driveway, meaning you won’t have to fight for space with other city centre dwellers.
Sycamore Road
Cost of house: £180,000
Total annual salary when mortgage accounts for 28%: £29,400
This property is on the market for £180,000 (Photo: Zoopla)
If you earn just less than £30,000 per year, then you could live comfortably in this three bedroom home.
The kitchen has to be to focal point of the room as it is stylish and incredibly spacious; the kitchen also leads out to the conservatory.
The garden of this property is described as “extensive” and it benefits from both a paved and grassy area.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-13--Kidderminster coach's life 'back on track' after surgery

A YOUNG cricket coach from Kidderminster has undergone life-changing surgery after kind-hearted members of the community donated an incredible £20,000 to stop him from becoming paralysed from the waist down .
Jack Beadsworth , 23 , underwent pioneering cyber knife treatment in London on Wednesday , November 25 - a year after surgeons told him a tangle of blood vessels on his spine was too deep to operate , meaning he would eventually suffer a stroke that would completely paralyse the lower half of his body .
The tangled vessels , called an AVM , were linked to another removed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The keen sportsman was just 18 years old when he collapsed while bowling his first over during his first cricket game of the season with Kidderminster ’ s 1st Xl .
His mobility rapidly deteriorated , leaving him barely able to walk , and while his movement did improve following an intensive nine-hour operation , his progress was halted in 2019 with the growth of another AVM , but this time it could n't be operated on without causing irreparable nerve damage .
Refusing to give up hope , his mum Sarah began @ @ @ @ @ @ @ type of non-invasive surgery , typically used to treat cancer , which promised to permanently remove Jack 's AVM and prevent him from ever becoming paralysed - but it was unavailable on the NHS and would cost him £20,000 .
Jack set up a Go Fund Me page and in just over two weeks had raised the full amount thanks to donations from friends , family and well-wishers .
The following month , 200 beams of radiation were passed through his body .
The treatment took 29 minutes with no recovery time needed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ consultation on December 1 confirmed it would take six to 12 months for the AVM to wither away .
Jack told The Shuttle : `` The AVM has caused engorgement in a main artery and as it starts to shrivel and disintegrate the blood flow will return to normal which should prevent further nerve damage and give increased freedom of movement .
`` It also means I won ’ t be at risk of a spinal stroke . ''
He added : `` I can ’ t thank all those who gave to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ whole family were blown away by the generosity of so many and the messages of support .
We ’ ll never forget it .
“ To have my life back on track and to be able to look forward to the future now is a fantastic feeling.
” Jack has managed to carry on playing cricket throughout his ordeal and now captains the third team at Kidderminster Cricket Club and is a qualified coach , supporting the club ’ s junior players .
He hopes to study for a PhD in law in @ @

Jack Beadsworth, 23, underwent pioneering cyber knife treatment in London on Wednesday, November 25 - a year after surgeons told him a tangle of blood vessels on his spine was too deep to operate, meaning he would eventually suffer a stroke that would completely paralyse the lower half of his body.
The tangled vessels, called an AVM, were linked to another removed from his spinal cord in 2016.
The keen sportsman was just 18 years old when he collapsed while bowling his first over during his first cricket game of the season with Kidderminster’s 1st Xl.
His mobility rapidly deteriorated, leaving him barely able to walk, and while his movement did improve following an intensive nine-hour operation, his progress was halted in 2019 with the growth of another AVM, but this time it couldn't be operated on without causing irreparable nerve damage.
Refusing to give up hope, his mum Sarah began researching alternative treatments and discovered a highly-advanced type of non-invasive surgery, typically used to treat cancer, which promised to permanently remove Jack's AVM and prevent him from ever becoming paralysed - but it was unavailable on the NHS and would cost him £20,000.
Jack set up a Go Fund Me page and in just over two weeks had raised the full amount thanks to donations from friends, family and well-wishers.
The following month, 200 beams of radiation were passed through his body. The treatment took 29 minutes with no recovery time needed or any after effects.
A follow-up consultation on December 1 confirmed it would take six to 12 months for the AVM to wither away.
Jack told The Shuttle: "The AVM has caused engorgement in a main artery and as it starts to shrivel and disintegrate the blood flow will return to normal which should prevent further nerve damage and give increased freedom of movement.
"It also means I won’t be at risk of a spinal stroke."
He added: "I can’t thank all those who gave to the appeal enough. Myself and my whole family were blown away by the generosity of so many and the messages of support. We’ll never forget it.
“To have my life back on track and to be able to look forward to the future now is a fantastic feeling.”
Jack has managed to carry on playing cricket throughout his ordeal and now captains the third team at Kidderminster Cricket Club and is a qualified coach, supporting the club’s junior players.
He hopes to study for a PhD in law in 2021.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-13--PTA hub made from donated materials opens at Far Forest school

A GRANDFATHER ’ s vision to create a multi-use hub at a Wyre Forest village school is now a reality thanks to support from local companies and fellow PTA members .
Made from recycled and donated materials , the PTA Hub at Far Forest Lea Memorial CE Primary School includes an activity and shop area , PE storeroom and covered shelter .
It was the idea of Ron Clowes , whose eight-year-old grandson Finley Matthews is a pupil .
The hub has now opened with a Christmas shop for the children to buy small gifts for their families .
PTA @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was Ron ’ s vision and we are so grateful to him and the businesses that have contributed the building materials .
“ We can meet here and organise events – particularly important at present as we can ’ t go inside the school because of the Covid restrictions.
” PTA member Hayley Tarbet has painted a rainbow over the hub entrance as a lasting tribute to the role key workers have played throughout the pandemic .
Future developments include the installation of water and electricity supplies so hot drinks can be served @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Much of the building materials came from the former car salesroom at Far Forest which was cleared for house building by Rob Matthews , of Matthews Construction , and other materials were donated by firms including Thompson and Parkes .
Executive headteacher Shelley Reeves-Walters praised the work of the PTA , saying : “ This small band of dedicated supporters work amazingly hard to provide much-appreciated extras which enhance both school life and our stunning location .
”

Made from recycled and donated materials, the PTA Hub at Far Forest Lea Memorial CE Primary School includes an activity and shop area, PE storeroom and covered shelter.
It was the idea of Ron Clowes, whose eight-year-old grandson Finley Matthews is a pupil.
The hub has now opened with a Christmas shop for the children to buy small gifts for their families.
PTA chairman Alison Timmins said: “This was Ron’s vision and we are so grateful to him and the businesses that have contributed the building materials.
“We can meet here and organise events – particularly important at present as we can’t go inside the school because of the Covid restrictions.”
PTA member Hayley Tarbet has painted a rainbow over the hub entrance as a lasting tribute to the role key workers have played throughout the pandemic.
Future developments include the installation of water and electricity supplies so hot drinks can be served to parents during events on the playground.
Much of the building materials came from the former car salesroom at Far Forest which was cleared for house building by Rob Matthews, of Matthews Construction, and other materials were donated by firms including Thompson and Parkes.
Executive headteacher Shelley Reeves-Walters praised the work of the PTA, saying: “This small band of dedicated supporters work amazingly hard to provide much-appreciated extras which enhance both school life and our stunning location.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-13--Starbucks is giving free coffee to NHS workers and rail staff

Starbucks will be offering free coffe to NHS and rail staff from next week as a gesture of thanks for their hard work throughout the coronavirus pandemic .
The coffee chain will also make the offer available to first responders and care workers ahead of Christmas .
How to claim your free coffee Rail workers and NHS staff will be able to get a free tall filter coffee from the chain on Monday 14 December 2020 .
All transport workers who show a Rail Staff Travel ( RST ) card - which offers discounts and free transport for workers of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - will be entitled to the free hot beverage .
NHS staff , first responders and care workers , will also be able to get a free coffee , as long as they show their work identity card .
The free tall filter coffees - which usually cost around £1.60 each depending on the branch - are available from any Starbucks branch in England , Scotland or Wales .
However , you will need to order the free coffee in-store from your nearest Starbucks branch , as the offer is not available on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will only be able to get one free coffee each at the chain .

The coffee chain will also make the offer available to first responders and care workers ahead of Christmas.
How to claim your free coffee
Rail workers and NHS staff will be able to get a free tall filter coffee from the chain on Monday 14 December 2020.
All transport workers who show a Rail Staff Travel (RST) card - which offers discounts and free transport for workers of the rail sector and eligible family members - will be entitled to the free hot beverage.
NHS staff, first responders and care workers, will also be able to get a free coffee, as long as they show their work identity card.
The free tall filter coffees - which usually cost around £1.60 each depending on the branch - are available from any Starbucks branch in England, Scotland or Wales.
However, you will need to order the free coffee in-store from your nearest Starbucks branch, as the offer is not available on mobile orders or deliveries.
Those eligible will only be able to get one free coffee each at the chain.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-13--La Mer Eye Balm Intense review: Is this £180 eye cream worth it?

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Much to my mother ’ s eternal despair , I have never been that interested in makeup , not even just a “ little bit of lipstick so you don ’ t look so pale ” or “ just a touch of mascara so people can see your eyes.
” Call me indifferent or lazy , I just don ’ t want the hassle of dealing with beauty products .
Plus , gentle soap and water have worked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the year 2020 : my 50th birthday , a pandemic , and endless Zoom meetings where I am constantly confronted with my own visage .
Seeing my admittedly pale skin with often not-well-rested eyes ( read : puffy with the occasional dark circles and fine lines I hadn ’ t noticed before ) finally made me realize that maybe I should do something .
So when Reviewed offered me the opportunity to test the world-famous £180 La Mer eye cream , I figured : If you ’ re gon na start somewhere , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
What does the La Mer Eye Balm Intensive claim ?
La Mer is a celebrity favourite .
Pick up any women ’ s magazine or peruse any beauty website and it pops up over and over again .
It ’ s known for its “ Miracle Broth , ” a so-called “ cell-renewing elixir ” that is a key ingredient in all of its products .
I tested the Eye Balm Intense , which at £180 for half an ounce seemed rather steep to me , but extreme times call for extreme @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , fast-penetrating formula that ’ s able to reduce visible puffiness , hydrate , and visibly soften lines , wrinkles , and other signs of fatigue and ageing .
What ’ s it like to use the La Mer Eye Balm Intense ?
The La Mer Eye Balm Intense comes with an applicator that reduces puffiness if kept in the freezer .
Credit : La Mer The eye balm comes in a small jar with an applicator that has a metal ball at the end .
You ’ re supposed to dab a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ applicator twice a day and apply it under your eyes and up onto your eyelid .
You can also pop the applicator in the freezer for a minute or two before applying the balm to further reduce puffiness .
Interestingly enough , these instructions did not come with my eye balm .
I had to go to the company ’ s website for info .
I probably could have figured out the optimal application process on my own , but I thought it was odd to have no guidance .
I likely would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the freezer , though .
The balm smells pleasant , slightly reminiscent of cucumber ( though that is not an ingredient ) , and each time I put it on , it felt cooling and soothing .
It was not greasy and absorbed into my skin quickly .
Does the La Mer Eye Balm Intense do what it claims ?
Before using the La Mer Eye Balm Intense ( left ) and after ( right ) .
Front Before and AfterCredit : Reviewed / Kim Foley MacKinnon After faithfully using the balm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I can visibly see a reduction in the puffiness below my eyes and maybe the softening of a couple of wrinkles on the sides of my eyes .
Two weeks isn ’ t that long , so I ’ m eager to see what the changes might come with continued use .
And while half an ounce isn ’ t that much , I ’ ve hardly made a dent in the jar , so I predict it ’ ll last quite a while .
The side of the author 's face before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) using the La Mer Eye Balm Intense .
Credit : Reviewed / Kim Foley MacKinnon I ’ m happy enough with the results that I ’ m even considering purchasing La Mer ’ s Eye Concentrate for £180 , which claims to tackle dark circles within 21 days .
In retrospect , it might have been better to have just opted for La Mer ’ s Genaissance The Eye and Expression Cream , which retails for £280 and is supposed to tackle lines , dark circles , and puffiness all in one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as well as frown and smile lines .
The cream shares overlapping ingredients with the other eye products , though it 's unclear why the cost is nearly double .
Then again , it 's not clear why any of these products that you 'll inevitably use up cost as much as they do , but some theories suggest it 's because of desirable ingredients like seaweed .
Should you try the La Mer Eye Balm Intense ?
It 's pricey , but the La Mer Eye Balm Intense does what it claims @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my initial scepticism and tendency to baulk at what , for me , is a pricey product , I was pleasantly surprised at the results .
Using the balm has reduced the puffiness under my eyes , exactly as advertised .
I was also concerned at how little product you seemed to get for your money , but as you use so little of it at a time , I can see it lasting for quite a while , making it worth the investment for me .
For anyone concerned with mainly addressing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ balm .
It ’ s worth taking a hard look in the mirror , and at La Mer ’ s product line and descriptions , to figure out what would work best for your desired outcome .
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Much to my mother’s eternal despair, I have never been that interested in makeup, not even just a “little bit of lipstick so you don’t look so pale” or “just a touch of mascara so people can see your eyes.” Call me indifferent or lazy, I just don’t want the hassle of dealing with beauty products. Plus, gentle soap and water have worked fine for me for decades.
Enter the year 2020: my 50th birthday, a pandemic, and endless Zoom meetings where I am constantly confronted with my own visage. Seeing my admittedly pale skin with often not-well-rested eyes (read: puffy with the occasional dark circles and fine lines I hadn’t noticed before) finally made me realize that maybe I should do something. So when Reviewed offered me the opportunity to test the world-famous £180 La Mer eye cream, I figured: If you’re gonna start somewhere, might as well start at the top.
What does the La Mer Eye Balm Intensive claim?
La Mer is a celebrity favourite. Pick up any women’s magazine or peruse any beauty website and it pops up over and over again. It’s known for its “Miracle Broth,” a so-called “cell-renewing elixir” that is a key ingredient in all of its products. I tested the Eye Balm Intense, which at £180 for half an ounce seemed rather steep to me, but extreme times call for extreme measures. The balm touts a soothing, fast-penetrating formula that’s able to reduce visible puffiness, hydrate, and visibly soften lines, wrinkles, and other signs of fatigue and ageing.
What’s it like to use the La Mer Eye Balm Intense?
The La Mer Eye Balm Intense comes with an applicator that reduces puffiness if kept in the freezer. Credit: La Mer
The eye balm comes in a small jar with an applicator that has a metal ball at the end. You’re supposed to dab a small amount of the cream on the applicator twice a day and apply it under your eyes and up onto your eyelid. You can also pop the applicator in the freezer for a minute or two before applying the balm to further reduce puffiness. Interestingly enough, these instructions did not come with my eye balm. I had to go to the company’s website for info. I probably could have figured out the optimal application process on my own, but I thought it was odd to have no guidance. I likely would not have thought to put the applicator in the freezer, though. The balm smells pleasant, slightly reminiscent of cucumber (though that is not an ingredient), and each time I put it on, it felt cooling and soothing. It was not greasy and absorbed into my skin quickly.
Does the La Mer Eye Balm Intense do what it claims?
Before using the La Mer Eye Balm Intense (left) and after (right). Front Before and AfterCredit: Reviewed / Kim Foley MacKinnon
After faithfully using the balm for two weeks twice a day, I can visibly see a reduction in the puffiness below my eyes and maybe the softening of a couple of wrinkles on the sides of my eyes. Two weeks isn’t that long, so I’m eager to see what the changes might come with continued use. And while half an ounce isn’t that much, I’ve hardly made a dent in the jar, so I predict it’ll last quite a while.
The side of the author's face before (left) and after (right) using the La Mer Eye Balm Intense. Credit: Reviewed / Kim Foley MacKinnon
I’m happy enough with the results that I’m even considering purchasing La Mer’s Eye Concentrate for £180, which claims to tackle dark circles within 21 days. In retrospect, it might have been better to have just opted for La Mer’s Genaissance The Eye and Expression Cream, which retails for £280 and is supposed to tackle lines, dark circles, and puffiness all in one and can be used for eyes, as well as frown and smile lines. The cream shares overlapping ingredients with the other eye products, though it's unclear why the cost is nearly double. Then again, it's not clear why any of these products that you'll inevitably use up cost as much as they do, but some theories suggest it's because of desirable ingredients like seaweed.
Should you try the La Mer Eye Balm Intense?
It's pricey, but the La Mer Eye Balm Intense does what it claims to. Credit: La Mer
Despite my initial scepticism and tendency to baulk at what, for me, is a pricey product, I was pleasantly surprised at the results. Using the balm has reduced the puffiness under my eyes, exactly as advertised. I was also concerned at how little product you seemed to get for your money, but as you use so little of it at a time, I can see it lasting for quite a while, making it worth the investment for me. For anyone concerned with mainly addressing puffy eyes, I would recommend the balm. It’s worth taking a hard look in the mirror, and at La Mer’s product line and descriptions, to figure out what would work best for your desired outcome.
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kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-14--Three still in hospital after 'violent' hit and run in Stourport

THREE men remain in hospital today with leg injuries following a `` violent '' hit and run involving a truck near Stourport .
The Shuttle understands that no arrests have yet been made after a HGV , which was being driven the wrong way down the A449 , struck the men before being dumped nearby .
The three victims arrived in the Crossway Green area with a woman in a blue Ford car at around 10.45pm on Friday night ( December 11 ) .
The truck hit the men and was dumped nearby as the driver fled the scene .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in what police are calling a `` violent incident '' .
All three men were admitted to hospital with leg injuries and remain in hospital today ( Monday ) .
Police at the scene of the 'violent incident ' on the A449 near Stourport A spokesman for West Midlands Ambulance Service said : `` We were called at 10.48pm on Friday to an incident involving an HGV .
We sent four ambulances , HART , two paramedic officers and critical care paramedic to the scene .
`` When crews arrived they found three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ patient was treated for serious injuries , the second was treated for injuries not believed to be serious and the third was treated for minor injuries .
All were conveyed to hospital for further treatment.
” The hit and run happened in the Crossway Green area on Friday night Forensic officers remained at the scene on Saturday , and a section of the southbound carriageway was cordoned off before the turning for the Travelodge .
Officers could be seen loading items onto a white van .
There was also police activity on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vehicle spotted being loaded onto a car carrier trailer .
Police say the investigation is ongoing and are still appealing for witnesses , but said there `` is n't any more of an update at this time '' .
An area of the road was cordoned off while forensic officers were at the scene on Saturday In a statement at the weekend , a spokesman for West Mercia Police said : `` We believe a passing motorist stopped to help at the incident and we are keen to speak to them and any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is urged to contact 101 quoting reference 701i or December 11 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 .
Alternatively you can report information online anonymously through our Tell Us About section . ''

The Shuttle understands that no arrests have yet been made after a HGV, which was being driven the wrong way down the A449, struck the men before being dumped nearby.
The three victims arrived in the Crossway Green area with a woman in a blue Ford car at around 10.45pm on Friday night (December 11).
The truck hit the men and was dumped nearby as the driver fled the scene. An unknown silver-coloured vehicle was also involved in what police are calling a "violent incident".
All three men were admitted to hospital with leg injuries and remain in hospital today (Monday).
Police at the scene of the 'violent incident' on the A449 near Stourport
A spokesman for West Midlands Ambulance Service said: "We were called at 10.48pm on Friday to an incident involving an HGV. We sent four ambulances, HART, two paramedic officers and critical care paramedic to the scene.
"When crews arrived they found three patients, all men. The first patient was treated for serious injuries, the second was treated for injuries not believed to be serious and the third was treated for minor injuries. All were conveyed to hospital for further treatment.”
The hit and run happened in the Crossway Green area on Friday night
Forensic officers remained at the scene on Saturday, and a section of the southbound carriageway was cordoned off before the turning for the Travelodge.
Officers could be seen loading items onto a white van. There was also police activity on the other side of the carriageway with a vehicle spotted being loaded onto a car carrier trailer.
Police say the investigation is ongoing and are still appealing for witnesses, but said there "isn't any more of an update at this time".
An area of the road was cordoned off while forensic officers were at the scene on Saturday
In a statement at the weekend, a spokesman for West Mercia Police said: "We believe a passing motorist stopped to help at the incident and we are keen to speak to them and any other witnesses.
"Anyone with information is urged to contact 101 quoting reference 701i or December 11 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555111. Alternatively you can report information online anonymously through our Tell Us About section."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-14--£10,000 fine for Wyre Forest restaurant after illegal gathering

A HOTEL and restaurant in Wyre Forest has been fined £10,000 for hosting an illegal gathering in breach of Covid-19 restrictions .
The establishment , which has not been named by police , received the so-called 'super fine ' after it was caught holding a gathering of more than 30 people on Saturday , December 12 .
A second licensed premises in Wyre Forest was also reported for breaching tier two regulations on Saturday night and received a £1,000 fine .
The pub was found to have failed to observe restrictions on customer seating and the ordering and serving of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ premises .
Police described the two businesses as having `` blatant disregard for the rules '' .
Wyre Forest Police said in a post on Facebook : `` Unfortunately , two licensed premises in Wyre Forest were reported for breaching tier two regulations this evening and placing public safety at risk due to blatant disregard for the rules put in place to protect people .
`` If you have concerns over premises acting negligently and not complying you can report them to Worcester Regulatory Services or to the police for action to follow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ premises who are trying their best to maintain safe operations .
`` We will enforce businesses and licensed premises for unsafe , non-compliant disregard for the regulations for peoples safety . ''
Of the 30 fixed penalty notices issued by West Mercia Police officers , 28 of those involved individuals breaching regulations in relation to gatherings .

The establishment, which has not been named by police, received the so-called 'super fine' after it was caught holding a gathering of more than 30 people on Saturday, December 12.
A second licensed premises in Wyre Forest was also reported for breaching tier two regulations on Saturday night and received a £1,000 fine.
The pub was found to have failed to observe restrictions on customer seating and the ordering and serving of food and drink for consumption on the premises.
Police described the two businesses as having "blatant disregard for the rules".
Wyre Forest Police said in a post on Facebook: "Unfortunately, two licensed premises in Wyre Forest were reported for breaching tier two regulations this evening and placing public safety at risk due to blatant disregard for the rules put in place to protect people.
"If you have concerns over premises acting negligently and not complying you can report them to Worcester Regulatory Services or to the police for action to follow.
"We support businesses and licensed premises who are trying their best to maintain safe operations.
"We will enforce businesses and licensed premises for unsafe, non-compliant disregard for the regulations for peoples safety."
Of the 30 fixed penalty notices issued by West Mercia Police officers, 28 of those involved individuals breaching regulations in relation to gatherings.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-14--Stourport students walking length to Bethlehem

CHILDREN at a Stourport school are putting their best foot forward to walk the equivalent distance to Bethlehem by the @ @ @ @ @ the first couple of weeks of the Mile-a-Day Fitness Challenge , pupils at Stourport Primary @ @ @ @ @ and are on target to complete the 3,165 miles by the time they break up @ @ @ @ @ Dean Yarranton planned the marathon route and plots their progress on a map at weekly @ @ @ @ @ Academy 's headteacher Jacqui Elwis said : “ This is an enormous challenge which has @ @ @ @ @ , with a festive goal , is a brilliant way of ensuring daily exercise , @ @ @ @ @ and tying in with the nativity story which , of course , all our classes @ @ @ @ @ ”

In the first couple of weeks of the Mile-a-Day Fitness Challenge, pupils at Stourport Primary Academy clocked up 1,908 miles and are on target to complete the 3,165 miles by the time they break up for Christmas.
PE co-ordinator Dean Yarranton planned the marathon route and plots their progress on a map at weekly virtual assemblies.
Stourport Primary Academy's headteacher Jacqui Elwis said: “This is an enormous challenge which has excited all our children and, with a festive goal, is a brilliant way of ensuring daily exercise, whilst learning some world geography and tying in with the nativity story which, of course, all our classes focus on this month.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-14--Gateshead 0-1 Kidderminster Harriers

Gateshead 0-1 Kidderminster Harriers

RUSS Penn said he was “ so proud ” of his players after they picked up an excellent 1-0 National League North win at Gateshead .
Skipper Lewis Montrose scored the only goal of the game to settle a tight affair with just seven minutes to go , after defences had largely come out on top despite both sides playing some good football .
It got Harriers back to winning ways and ended the Heed ’ s six-match unbeaten run as the Reds kept up the pressure near the top end of the table .
At the final whistle , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He said : “ I am just so proud of the boys , to be honest .
We set off at 7:15 this morning and that ’ s what you ’ ve got to do at this level .
“ We prepped well and had a fantastic week on the training ground .
We came with a game plan and executed it superbly I thought , against a good team.
” Boss Penn made two changes to the side that had fallen to defeat at the hands of Kettering last time out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Koby Arthur , while Max Taylor also dropped to the bench in favour of the returning Alex Penny , back into the fold after two games out through illness .
Harriers had begun brightly and , through Hemmings , forced Male into a good hold early on , setting the tone for the chances that came as he denied Lowe with a great one-handed stop , before Luke Simpson at the other end extended himself well to thwart Garner on the breakaway .
Gateshead ’ s Cooper nodded over from a corner on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Caleb Richards drive with 24 on the clock as the early pendulum continued to swing both ways , Simpson diving to catch a Simpson effort from distance .
The home side arguably had the greater share of openings as the half wore on with Garner ever a threat , denied by Simpson as he raced through with ten to go until the interval , Morgan-Smith then nodding wide with a gilt-edged chance in the dying moments of the half .
Six minutes after the restart , Smith ’ s drive almost had Gateshead @ @ @ @ @ @ @ start to the second half far scrapper than the first – Harriers having to wait until five after the hour for their first chance as Austin saw a shot cleared off the line at a corner .
From there the game descended into a real battle , with chances few and far between as Hemming saw a shot blocked and Simpson gladly watched Gateshead turn a shot over the target after his miss-cued clearance only found a Heed shirt .
Seven minutes before time came the telling moment of the day ; Hemmings @ @ @ @ @ @ @ got contact on – it looked as though Male would gather it only for the ball to evade him and roll into the bottom corner .

Skipper Lewis Montrose scored the only goal of the game to settle a tight affair with just seven minutes to go, after defences had largely come out on top despite both sides playing some good football.
It got Harriers back to winning ways and ended the Heed’s six-match unbeaten run as the Reds kept up the pressure near the top end of the table.
At the final whistle, the Manager’s delight was evident. He said: “I am just so proud of the boys, to be honest. We set off at 7:15 this morning and that’s what you’ve got to do at this level.
“We prepped well and had a fantastic week on the training ground. We came with a game plan and executed it superbly I thought, against a good team.”
Boss Penn made two changes to the side that had fallen to defeat at the hands of Kettering last time out – in came Sterling in place of Koby Arthur, while Max Taylor also dropped to the bench in favour of the returning Alex Penny, back into the fold after two games out through illness.
Harriers had begun brightly and, through Hemmings, forced Male into a good hold early on, setting the tone for the chances that came as he denied Lowe with a great one-handed stop, before Luke Simpson at the other end extended himself well to thwart Garner on the breakaway.
Gateshead’s Cooper nodded over from a corner on 18 minutes, Male punching away a Caleb Richards drive with 24 on the clock as the early pendulum continued to swing both ways, Simpson diving to catch a Simpson effort from distance.
The home side arguably had the greater share of openings as the half wore on with Garner ever a threat, denied by Simpson as he raced through with ten to go until the interval, Morgan-Smith then nodding wide with a gilt-edged chance in the dying moments of the half.
Six minutes after the restart, Smith’s drive almost had Gateshead ahead before fizzing just wide, the start to the second half far scrapper than the first – Harriers having to wait until five after the hour for their first chance as Austin saw a shot cleared off the line at a corner.
From there the game descended into a real battle, with chances few and far between as Hemming saw a shot blocked and Simpson gladly watched Gateshead turn a shot over the target after his miss-cued clearance only found a Heed shirt.
Seven minutes before time came the telling moment of the day; Hemmings whipped in a delightful corner that Montrose got contact on – it looked as though Male would gather it only for the ball to evade him and roll into the bottom corner.
Harriers: Simpson, Austin (Freemantle 78), Penny, Richards, Moyo, Lowe, Maxwell (Prosser 65), Montrose, Morgan-Smith, Sterling (Arthur 90+2), Hemmings.
Subs not used: Phillips, Taylor
Referee: Paul Brown


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-14--All action - shots from the Advertiser and Shuttle Camera Club

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kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-14--Your Royal Mail deliveries may be delayed this Christmas - here’s why

Royal Mail has warned that some customers may experience “ slightly longer delivery timescales ” than normal , after confirming “ exceptionally high volumes ” of post this winter .
The company also advised that anti-Covid measures are impacting the efficiency of its delivery service this festive season .
The acknowledgement comes as people and businesses across the UK have complained about late or missed deliveries .
John Lewis , Boots and HMV are among the retailers to have blamed Royal Mail for delivery delays .
Online shoppers have expressed their frustration with Royal Mail , messaging the company directly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ late arrivals .
Speaking to the BBC , small businesses owners expressed sympathy for the Royal Mail during this time , but expressed concern over the impact the late deliveries will have on their already fragile businesses .
The postal firm released a statement explaining that the “ greatly increased uptake on online Christmas shopping ” this year has been driven “ in no small part ” by the lockdown across the country .
Because of this , delivery companies have experienced “ exceptionally high volumes ” of post , it said .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ had an impact on the Royal Mail ’ s services .
The postal group hired about 33,000 temporary workers to support the 115,000 permanent postmen and women this festive season .
`` Despite our best efforts , exhaustive planning and significant investment in extra resources , some customers may experience slightly longer delivery timescales than our usual service standards , ” the company said .
`` This is due to the exceptionally high volumes we are seeing , exacerbated by the coronavirus-related measures we have put in place in local mail centres and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we always work hard to get back to providing our usual level of service as quickly as we can . ''
Anyone concerned about a package delivery or the potential later delivery times on parcels to loved ones this Christmas should visit the service update page on the Royal Mail website .

The company also advised that anti-Covid measures are impacting the efficiency of its delivery service this festive season.
Missed deliveries and late arrivals
The acknowledgement comes as people and businesses across the UK have complained about late or missed deliveries. John Lewis, Boots and HMV are among the retailers to have blamed Royal Mail for delivery delays.
Online shoppers have expressed their frustration with Royal Mail, messaging the company directly and contacting retailers over missed deliveries and late arrivals.
Speaking to the BBC, small businesses owners expressed sympathy for the Royal Mail during this time, but expressed concern over the impact the late deliveries will have on their already fragile businesses.
Greater uptake in online Christmas shopping
The postal firm released a statement explaining that the “greatly increased uptake on online Christmas shopping” this year has been driven “in no small part” by the lockdown across the country. Because of this, delivery companies have experienced “exceptionally high volumes” of post, it said.
Coronavirus-related absences from the workforce have also had an impact on the Royal Mail’s services. The postal group hired about 33,000 temporary workers to support the 115,000 permanent postmen and women this festive season.
"Despite our best efforts, exhaustive planning and significant investment in extra resources, some customers may experience slightly longer delivery timescales than our usual service standards,” the company said.
"This is due to the exceptionally high volumes we are seeing, exacerbated by the coronavirus-related measures we have put in place in local mail centres and delivery offices.
"In such cases, we always work hard to get back to providing our usual level of service as quickly as we can."
Anyone concerned about a package delivery or the potential later delivery times on parcels to loved ones this Christmas should visit the service update page on the Royal Mail website.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-12-14--Six things that will change when travelling to the EU in 2021

As the Brexit transition period comes to an end on December 31 , there will be changes to how we travel from January 1 .
For those intending to travel to Europe next year , there are numerous changes due to come into place that you should be aware of after Britain ’ s departure from the EU .
Here ’ s what you need to know .
The European Health Insurance Card ( EHIC ) currently entitles British citizens to state-provided medical treatment if they become ill or have an accident while in an EU country .
This will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ state pensioners living in the EU before 31 December 2020 , and UK students already on EU courses , will still be able to use their EHIC cards , but they will need to apply for new cards .
Next year , you will no longer be able to use EU fast-track passport control and customs lanes .
You may also need to show your return ticket when you arrive at an EU country and could be asked to show you have enough money for your stay .
You may need extra documents @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in EU countries , including an international driving permit or a ‘ green card ’ from your insurance provider .
If intending to drive in the EU , you will need to take your driving licence , log book ( V5C ) and valid insurance documents .
The current pet passport scheme in England , Scotland and Wales , alongside Northern Ireland 's Pet Travel Scheme , will no longer apply from 1 January 2021 .
The new rules have not been finalised , but the government has applied for England , Scotland @ @ @ @ @ @ @ countries which will allow dogs , cats and ferrets to enter the EU in a similar way as they presently do .
From the beginning of next year , the guarantee of free mobile phone roaming throughout the EU - as well as in Iceland , Liechtenstein and Norway - is no longer guaranteed .
You will need to check with your mobile provider to see if you could be facing extra charges when travelling to the EU .
However , the government has passed a number of laws to protect customers , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ using mobile data abroad , and requirements for customers to be notified when they 've reached 80 per cent and 100 per cent of their data allowance .
Currently , due to the Covid-19 pandemic , travellers from most non-EU countries can not visit , unless for essential reasons .
After the Brexit transition period ends , the UK will no longer be treated as part of the EU , which means the same rules could then apply .
Countries not part of the European Union , but still allowed to travel to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ those with very low coronavirus infection rates , such as New Zealand .
However , the EU could choose to exempt the UK from these rules .

For those intending to travel to Europe next year, there are numerous changes due to come into place that you should be aware of after Britain’s departure from the EU.
Here’s what you need to know.
EHIC no longer valid
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) currently entitles British citizens to state-provided medical treatment if they become ill or have an accident while in an EU country. This will longer be valid next year.
UK state pensioners living in the EU before 31 December 2020, and UK students already on EU courses, will still be able to use their EHIC cards, but they will need to apply for new cards.
Fast track lanes
Next year, you will no longer be able to use EU fast-track passport control and customs lanes.
You may also need to show your return ticket when you arrive at an EU country and could be asked to show you have enough money for your stay.
Driving in Europe
You may need extra documents in order to be able to drive in EU countries, including an international driving permit or a ‘green card’ from your insurance provider.
If intending to drive in the EU, you will need to take your driving licence, log book (V5C) and valid insurance documents.
Pet passport scheme will end
The current pet passport scheme in England, Scotland and Wales, alongside Northern Ireland's Pet Travel Scheme, will no longer apply from 1 January 2021.
The new rules have not been finalised, but the government has applied for England, Scotland and Wales to join a list of countries which will allow dogs, cats and ferrets to enter the EU in a similar way as they presently do.
Mobile phone roaming charges
From the beginning of next year, the guarantee of free mobile phone roaming throughout the EU - as well as in Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway - is no longer guaranteed.
You will need to check with your mobile provider to see if you could be facing extra charges when travelling to the EU.
However, the government has passed a number of laws to protect customers, including a £45 per month cap on using mobile data abroad, and requirements for customers to be notified when they've reached 80 per cent and 100 per cent of their data allowance.
Restricted travel to the EU
Currently, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, travellers from most non-EU countries cannot visit, unless for essential reasons. After the Brexit transition period ends, the UK will no longer be treated as part of the EU, which means the same rules could then apply.
Countries not part of the European Union, but still allowed to travel to countries in the EU, are currently those with very low coronavirus infection rates, such as New Zealand.
However, the EU could choose to exempt the UK from these rules.