kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-26--Bishop of Worcester receives death threats after speaking out on Dominic Cummings' alleged lockdown

Bishop of Worcester receives death threats after speaking out on Dominic Cummings' alleged lockdown breaches

THE Bishop of Worcester has received hate mail and death threats after speaking out on Downing Street adviser Dominic Cummings ’ alleged breach of lockdown rules .
Bishop of Worcester , John Inge , Tweeted that he received an email warning “ stay out of politics or we ’ ll kill you ” after he criticised Boris Johnson ’ s “ risible defence ” of Mr Cummings on Sunday night .
John Inge said : “ On Sunday night I commented that I felt the British people , who have made such sacrifices for the common good , deserved a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ during the lockdown than had been given by the Prime Minister that evening .
`` My intervention gave rise to much media interest , although for the sake of clarity , I did not call for the resignation of Dominic Cummings .
“ In the last 24 hours I have received a great deal of correspondence , much of it supportive , some opposed and some very offensive , including a death threat which read simply 'Keep out of politics or we will kill you . '
“ One of my favourite Desmond @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that religion and politics don ’ t mix , I wonder which bible it is they are reading.
’ He received huge numbers of death threats as a result of his conviction that the pursuit of justice is at the heart what Jesus asks of us .
`` I see this not as a matter of politics but of life and death .
If trust in Government advice is not restored we shall face a second spike in infections by the dreadful virus and thousands will lose their lives.
” He Tweeted : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ‘ Stay out of politics or we ’ ll kill you.
’ “ For me the whole Cummings drama is not about politics but life and death .
If trust in Government guidance is eroded we ’ ll have a second spike and 1000s of lives will be lost.
” He later added on Twitter : “ The Dean of Worcester , always the pastor , has rung to express regret over my death threat and offer to begin planning my funeral .
“ I ’ m very touched by his support .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ moments of acute emotional tension , it helps to focus on a few practical tasks.
” The Worcester News previously reported how John Inge criticised Mr Cummings for not making the same sacrifices as other families during the coronavirus pandemic .
He stepped into the political debate about the Prime Minister ’ s chief adviser travelling to County Durham with his family .
Mr Cummings travelled 260 miles with his family in March to be near relatives at a family farm in the North East when his wife developed coronavirus symptoms as calls @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he made the journey to self-isolate with his family - he said he feared that he and his wife would be left unable to care for their son - while official guidelines warned against long-distance journeys .
Further reports also suggested he took a second trip to the North East in April , having already returned to London following his recovery from the deadly disease .

Bishop of Worcester, John Inge, Tweeted that he received an email warning “stay out of politics or we’ll kill you” after he criticised Boris Johnson’s “risible defence” of Mr Cummings on Sunday night.
John Inge said: “On Sunday night I commented that I felt the British people, who have made such sacrifices for the common good, deserved a better explanation for Dominic Cummings’ conduct during the lockdown than had been given by the Prime Minister that evening.
"My intervention gave rise to much media interest, although for the sake of clarity, I did not call for the resignation of Dominic Cummings.
“In the last 24 hours I have received a great deal of correspondence, much of it supportive, some opposed and some very offensive, including a death threat which read simply 'Keep out of politics or we will kill you.'
“One of my favourite Desmond Tutu quotes is ‘When people say that religion and politics don’t mix, I wonder which bible it is they are reading.’ He received huge numbers of death threats as a result of his conviction that the pursuit of justice is at the heart what Jesus asks of us.
"I see this not as a matter of politics but of life and death. If trust in Government advice is not restored we shall face a second spike in infections by the dreadful virus and thousands will lose their lives.”
He Tweeted: “Received a delightful e-mail earlier: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you.’
“For me the whole Cummings drama is not about politics but life and death. If trust in Government guidance is eroded we’ll have a second spike and 1000s of lives will be lost.”
He later added on Twitter: “The Dean of Worcester, always the pastor, has rung to express regret over my death threat and offer to begin planning my funeral.
“I’m very touched by his support. He’s reminded me that at moments of acute emotional tension, it helps to focus on a few practical tasks.”
The Worcester News previously reported how John Inge criticised Mr Cummings for not making the same sacrifices as other families during the coronavirus pandemic.
He stepped into the political debate about the Prime Minister’s chief adviser travelling to County Durham with his family.
Mr Cummings travelled 260 miles with his family in March to be near relatives at a family farm in the North East when his wife developed coronavirus symptoms as calls ascend for his resignation. He said he made the journey to self-isolate with his family - he said he feared that he and his wife would be left unable to care for their son - while official guidelines warned against long-distance journeys.
Further reports also suggested he took a second trip to the North East in April, having already returned to London following his recovery from the deadly disease.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-26--10 things to buy for summer before they sell out

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Given the current coronavirus ( COVID-19 ) pandemic , your biggest shopping concern is likely where to buy toilet paper or how you can get your hands on some trendy clothing that 's both comfortable and appropriate for your morning conference call .
The last thing you 're thinking about is what you need for summer .
But warmer months are coming—and with them , the need for things like fans , ice-cream makers , and barbeques .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the top of your mind , if you do n't get them now , there 's a chance they could sell out by the time June rolls around .
To help you prepare for summer , we 've rounded up 10 of the top products you should add to your basket while you still can .
Imagine waiting until June to buy a new barbeque—only to find that they 're all sold out and you 're stuck eating boiled hot dogs .
No thank you .
But which grill should you get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found the Weber Spirit II E-310 to be the best gas barbeque .
Not only did it outperform other products on every test ( from producing perfect sear marks to cooking chicken evenly ) , but it 's also built to last so you can use it for many summers to come .
• Get the Weber Spirit II E-310 from Riverside Garden Centre for £540 When it 's scorching outside you need ( and we do mean need ) a fan .
Our experts tested some of the most popular ones out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Despite its smaller size , it had better airflow and speed than the other fans , even at a distance , so it 'll keep your home cool .
• Get the Vornado 663 from Amazon for £98.19 Few things have been as popular so far in 2020 as loungewear .
And we expect that trend will continue into the warmer months .
But when the temps get higher , a tracksuit is n't going to cut it .
Instead , shop for breezy shorts like these from Everlane .
• Get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for £40 If you 're still trying—or being required—to stay at home this summer , you might as well make the most of it .
For those of us lucky enough to be quarantined with family or flatmates in a house that has a yard , that means garden games galore .
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Sunburn , however , not so much .
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@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 're all excited for your first barbeque of the season—until you go to light up your charcoal barbeque and realize , well , you have no charcoal .
To avoid that sad situation , stock up on the summertime staple now before everyone and their mother flocks to the shops to do the same .
• Get Weber Briquettes from Amazon for £13.44 Mark my words : Once June rolls around , ice cream making is going to become the new bread baking .
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• Get the Cuisinart ICE30BCU Ice Cream Maker from Amazon for £70.52 8 .
A slip and slide for the backyard Garden games are great ( see above ) but you 'll want to way to cool off after a rousing round of croquet .
Enter everyone 's favourite backyard activity : the slip ' n slide .
If you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ think your children—and you—will want one in the months ahead , you might want to buy one now while they 're still in stock since many parents will likely have the same idea once the temperatures rise .
• Get the Team Magnus Slip and Slide from Amazon for £58 You 've spent all of quarantine decking out the inside of your home—now it 's time to move onto the outside .
And since it 's likely everyone will have the same idea ( after all , what else is there to do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ furniture ASAP is a smart idea .
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Now that unlimited exercise , sunbathing , and picnics are allowed , chances are you can spend some of your summer in public outdoor places ( provided you follow social distancing , of course ! )
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Given the current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, your biggest shopping concern is likely where to buy toilet paper or how you can get your hands on some trendy clothing that's both comfortable and appropriate for your morning conference call. The last thing you're thinking about is what you need for summer.
But warmer months are coming—and with them, the need for things like fans, ice-cream makers, and barbeques. And while these things might not be on the top of your mind, if you don't get them now, there's a chance they could sell out by the time June rolls around. To help you prepare for summer, we've rounded up 10 of the top products you should add to your basket while you still can.
1. Our experts favourite barbeque
Credit: Weber
Imagine waiting until June to buy a new barbeque—only to find that they're all sold out and you're stuck eating boiled hot dogs. No thank you. But which grill should you get? Here at Reviewed, we've found the Weber Spirit II E-310 to be the best gas barbeque. Not only did it outperform other products on every test (from producing perfect sear marks to cooking chicken evenly), but it's also built to last so you can use it for many summers to come.
2. This powerful fan
Credit: Vornado
When it's scorching outside you need (and we do mean need) a fan. Our experts tested some of the most popular ones out there and dubbed the Vornado the best. Despite its smaller size, it had better airflow and speed than the other fans, even at a distance, so it'll keep your home cool.
3. Some lightweight loungewear
Credit: Everlane / @everythingerz
Few things have been as popular so far in 2020 as loungewear. And we expect that trend will continue into the warmer months. But when the temps get higher, a tracksuit isn't going to cut it. Instead, shop for breezy shorts like these from Everlane.
4. Garden games to stay entertained
Credit: Spikeball
If you're still trying—or being required—to stay at home this summer, you might as well make the most of it. For those of us lucky enough to be quarantined with family or flatmates in a house that has a yard, that means garden games galore.
5. A few bottles of suntan lotion
Credit: Supergoop! / Neutrogena
Sun is great. Sunburn, however, not so much. Protect yourself and your family by replenishing your suntan lotion supplies now (i.e. before you all look more like a family of lobsters than humans). Some of the most popular sunscreens based on reviews and ratings are the trendy Supergoop! lotion, NIVEA SUN Suncream Mist, and the incredibly convenient Neutrogena Beach Defense stick.
6. This quality charcoal for your barbeque
Credit: Reviewed / Betsey Goldwasser
You're all excited for your first barbeque of the season—until you go to light up your charcoal barbeque and realize, well, you have no charcoal. To avoid that sad situation, stock up on the summertime staple now before everyone and their mother flocks to the shops to do the same.
7. An at-home ice cream maker
Credit: Cuisinart
Mark my words: Once June rolls around, ice cream making is going to become the new bread baking. And for that, well, you'll need an ice cream maker. The Cuisinart ICE30BCU is popular with reviewers because it's affordable and quick and easy to use (you can have perfectly blended ice cream or frozen yoghurt in just 25 minutes!).
8. A slip and slide for the backyard
Credit: Team Magnus
Garden games are great (see above) but you'll want to way to cool off after a rousing round of croquet. Enter everyone's favourite backyard activity: the slip 'n slide. If you have space in your garden and you think your children—and you—will want one in the months ahead, you might want to buy one now while they're still in stock since many parents will likely have the same idea once the temperatures rise.
9. Patio furniture for your outdoor space
Credit: Wayfair / Pottery Barn
You've spent all of quarantine decking out the inside of your home—now it's time to move onto the outside. And since it's likely everyone will have the same idea (after all, what else is there to do?!), shopping for patio furniture ASAP is a smart idea. Plus, since it isn't quite summer yet, you can still get great deals on things like outdoor dining sets, chaises, swings, and more.
10. A cool box
Credit: Coleman
Now that unlimited exercise, sunbathing, and picnics are allowed, chances are you can spend some of your summer in public outdoor places (provided you follow social distancing, of course!). So a cool box or cooler is going to come in handy. With a 4 and a half star rating and nearly 1,500 reviews on Amazon, the Coleman Cool Box Xtreme is a safe bet.
The product experts at Reviewed have all your shopping needs covered. Follow Reviewed on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest deals, product reviews, and more.
Prices were accurate at the time this article was published but may change over time.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-26--When and where Ikea stores across England will reopen

Swedish chain Ikea have revealed when their stores across England and Northern Ireland will reopen .
This is what you need to know .
The company will welcome back customers from Monday , June 1 .
What new rules will be in place ?
A spokesman from Ikea said : `` The safety of our customers and co-workers remains the highest priority so we have been working hard to welcome you back safely .
 '' We ’ ve introduced new measures so you can enjoy a safe and comfortable shopping experience. '' So we hope to be saying a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
• Social distance shopping : To ensure a safe shopping experience , Ikea have asked if they can , to shop alone .
Only bring one other person from the same household , or if shoppers need special assistance or if they need to bring your children with you .
There will be a queuing system outside to manage entry into the store. Signage will be displayed throughout the store to help customers stick to social distancing guidelines .
• Extra cleaning and safety precautions : Staff will be doing extra @ @ @ @ @ @ @ make the whole store as safe as possible .
Hand sanitisers will be stationed throughout the store , as will new protective screens at key points such as checkouts. Customers have been advised to come prepared with ready-made lists and their own bags .
 • Cards not cash : Ikea will only accept cashless payments to reduce the amount of contact between shoppers and staff. The chain have also installed safety screens at key points across the store including checkouts to provide extra protection. Which stores will reopen on June 1 ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ reason why stores in Scotland and Wales have n't reopened yet Ikea added : `` For now , in line with the guidance of local authorities , our stores in Scotland and Wales will remain closed .
What other features wo n't reopen in June ?
The spokesman said : `` We will also not reopen all of our Planning Studios or Collection Points in London for the time being. '' We have also taken the difficult decision not to reopen our Coventry store to customers , previously planned to close this summer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thank our hard-working co-workers in Coventry for their enormous contribution in the 13 years we were open there.
`` No , restaurants will remain closed until Ikea deem it safe to re-open them again .
 But its not all bad news for Ikea 's army of food fans , their Bistro will be open for takeaways , and the Swedish Food Market will be open for those make-at-home meatballs and Swedish favourites .
 Will play areas and the creche return ?
Ikea 's Småland crèche and other indoor and outdoor play @ @ @ @ @ @ @ What will the opening hours be ?
Stores will be re-opening with reduced opening hours until further notice .
Their opening hours will be :

This is what you need to know.
When will Ikea reopen?
The company will welcome back customers from Monday, June 1.
What new rules will be in place?
A spokesman from Ikea said: "The safety of our customers and co-workers remains the highest priority so we have been working hard to welcome you back safely.
"We’ve introduced new measures so you can enjoy a safe and comfortable shopping experience.
"So we hope to be saying a socially-distanced ‘hej’ to you soon."
Social distance shopping: To ensure a safe shopping experience, Ikea have asked if they can, to shop alone. Only bring one other person from the same household, or if shoppers need special assistance or if they need to bring your children with you.
There will be a queuing system outside to manage entry into the store.
Signage will be displayed throughout the store to help customers stick to social distancing guidelines.
Extra cleaning and safety precautions: Staff will be doing extra scrubbing, cleaning, and sterilising to make the whole store as safe as possible. Hand sanitisers will be stationed throughout the store, as will new protective screens at key points such as checkouts. Customers have been advised to come prepared with ready-made lists and their own bags.
Cards not cash: Ikea will only accept cashless payments to reduce the amount of contact between shoppers and staff.
The chain have also installed safety screens at key points across the store including checkouts to provide extra protection.
Which stores will reopen on June 1?
Here is the full list:
Belfast
Birmingham
Bristol
Croydon
Gateshead
Exeter
Greenwich
Lakeside
Leeds
Manchester
Milton Keynes
Norwich Order & Collection Point
Nottingham
Reading
Sheffield
Southampton
Tottenham
Warrington
Wembley
The reason why stores in Scotland and Wales haven't reopened yet
Ikea added: "For now, in line with the guidance of local authorities, our stores in Scotland and Wales will remain closed.
What other features won't reopen in June?
The spokesman said: "We will also not reopen all of our Planning Studios or Collection Points in London for the time being.
"We have also taken the difficult decision not to reopen our Coventry store to customers, previously planned to close this summer.
"We’d like to thank our hard-working co-workers in Coventry for their enormous contribution in the 13 years we were open there. "
Will Ikea's restaurants reopen too?
No, restaurants will remain closed until Ikea deem it safe to re-open them again.
But its not all bad news for Ikea's army of food fans, their Bistro will be open for takeaways, and the Swedish Food Market will be open for those make-at-home meatballs and Swedish favourites.
Will play areas and the creche return?
Ikea's Småland crèche and other indoor and outdoor play areas will remain closed for now.
What will the opening hours be?
Stores will be re-opening with reduced opening hours until further notice. Their opening hours will be:


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-26--Kidderminster outdoor market gets go-ahead to reopen

OUTDOOR markets in Worcestershire are set to reopen as part of further lockdown easing measures announced by government .
On Monday ( May 25 ) , the government announced that outdoor markets and car forecourts will be able to open if they follow social distancing guidelines .
It was also confirmed that non-essential retail businesses will be able to reopen in accordance with government measures from June 15 .
Councillor Ken Pollock , cabinet member for economy and infrastructure at Worcestershire County Council , said : “ Outdoor markets are a big part of Worcestershire life and many of our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We have a number of towns in the county that have thriving outdoor markets such as Bromsgrove and Kidderminster , so this is a welcome step towards getting Worcestershire reopen for business .
“ Outdoor markets increase footfall to our high streets so , paired with the reopening of non-essential shops on June 15 , we hope that this will offer a boost to our towns .
`` Traders will already be making plans to make sure that their premises are safe for reopening .
`` The council and our local district council @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in this process.
” A survey of businesses in Worcestershire found that 70 per cent of businesses cited lack of cash flow as a key way in which their business has been affected by coronavirus .
The government announcement will allow retail businesses such as clothes shops , toy shops , furniture shops and electronic shops to reopen next month .
Businesses like hairdressers , cafes and pubs will remain closed until further notice .

On Monday (May 25), the government announced that outdoor markets and car forecourts will be able to open if they follow social distancing guidelines.
It was also confirmed that non-essential retail businesses will be able to reopen in accordance with government measures from June 15.
Councillor Ken Pollock, cabinet member for economy and infrastructure at Worcestershire County Council, said: “Outdoor markets are a big part of Worcestershire life and many of our rural businesses depend on them.
"We have a number of towns in the county that have thriving outdoor markets such as Bromsgrove and Kidderminster, so this is a welcome step towards getting Worcestershire reopen for business.
“Outdoor markets increase footfall to our high streets so, paired with the reopening of non-essential shops on June 15, we hope that this will offer a boost to our towns.
"Traders will already be making plans to make sure that their premises are safe for reopening.
"The council and our local district council colleagues are ready to advise and support in this process.”
A survey of businesses in Worcestershire found that 70 per cent of businesses cited lack of cash flow as a key way in which their business has been affected by coronavirus.
The government announcement will allow retail businesses such as clothes shops, toy shops, furniture shops and electronic shops to reopen next month.
Businesses like hairdressers, cafes and pubs will remain closed until further notice.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-26--Man violently attacked in Kidderminster alleyway

A MAN was struck on the back of the head and `` assaulted repeatedly '' in a Kidderminster alleyway .
Police are hunting for two men after a man in his 20s was attacked during an attempted robbery in the Spennells area of Kidderminster on Sunday , May 17 .
The victim , who is from Kidderminster , had just walked past the two men in an alleyway between Warbler Place and Dunlin Drive at around 9.15pm when he was hit on the head from behind .
The attackers then assaulted the man repeatedly and tried to pull his rucksack @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ground .
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said : “ The victim was able to keep hold of his bag and they eventually ran off in the direction of the mini roundabout at Dunlin Drive . ''
Police are now appealing for witnesses .
Both suspects are described as white and were wearing full dark grey Adidas tracksuits with their hoods up .
They were both aged in their late teens or early 20s , were around six feet tall and of medium build .
One of the men had a thick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ring finger .
A police spokesman said : `` Anyone with any information about this unprovoked and violent attack is asked to contact West Mercia Police on 101 , quoting incident number 0781s.
” Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555111 or by visiting crimestoppers-uk.org .

Police are hunting for two men after a man in his 20s was attacked during an attempted robbery in the Spennells area of Kidderminster on Sunday, May 17.
The victim, who is from Kidderminster, had just walked past the two men in an alleyway between Warbler Place and Dunlin Drive at around 9.15pm when he was hit on the head from behind.
The attackers then assaulted the man repeatedly and tried to pull his rucksack off him as he lay on the ground.
A spokesman for West Mercia Police said: “The victim was able to keep hold of his bag and they eventually ran off in the direction of the mini roundabout at Dunlin Drive."
Police are now appealing for witnesses.
Both suspects are described as white and were wearing full dark grey Adidas tracksuits with their hoods up.
They were both aged in their late teens or early 20s, were around six feet tall and of medium build.
One of the men had a thick silver wedding band-style ring on his right ring finger.
A police spokesman said: "Anyone with any information about this unprovoked and violent attack is asked to contact West Mercia Police on 101, quoting incident number 0781s.”
Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555111 or by visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-26--Plea to pay vet bills after dog 'attack' in Kidderminster

A RESCUE greyhound needs a second operation after neighbours say it was attacked by another dog in a Kidderminster park .
Four-year-old Irish greyhound Lola suffered bite wounds to her chest , neck and legs , after being injured by a dog which was allegedly off its lead in Baxter Gardens on May 13 .
Police initially put out an appeal to trace the owner following what they described as a `` dog on dog incident '' , and later confirmed words of advice had been given .
Officers posted on social media to say the injured dog 's owner @ @ @ @ @ @ @ updated and was happy with the police action .
Now , neighbours of Lola 's owner in Kidderminster have set up a fundraising page to help pay for her veterinary treatment , which they say will involve another operation costing in the region of £2,000 .
Gina Harper and her partner , who launched the fundraising appeal , were walking Lola that day as a favour for the dog 's elderly owner , who had recently broken a hip .
According to Gina , Lola was muzzled at the time of the incident @ @ @ @ @ @ @ happened really quick .
`` We had discussed whether to go into the paddock as there was already another dog in there , but they had been in each other 's company a few weeks before with no problems .
`` The attack was really bad - it ripped some of her skin away from muscle .
`` The wound on her chest was particularly bad - it was about the size of the palm of your hand .
The vet had to put drains in .
`` It was really horrendous .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ was going to survive . ''
Gina said Lola is recovering well from her first surgery , but will need to undergo a second operation with general anaesthetic and revisit the vet regularly for check-ups .
Neighbours have already rallied round to donate £440 towards Lola 's vet bills , and Gina has now set up a fundraising page to help raise £1,500 to help pay for her ongoing treatment .
She said : `` Lola 's owner is very hard to accept help but it 's not fair for her to have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ own .
`` She 's a pensioner who lives on her own .
She did n't have pet insurance and we 've had no sign of contribution from the other dog owner .
`` Lola 's treatment is ongoing so she will have to pay out more money every time she goes back . ''

Four-year-old Irish greyhound Lola suffered bite wounds to her chest, neck and legs, after being injured by a dog which was allegedly off its lead in Baxter Gardens on May 13.
Police initially put out an appeal to trace the owner following what they described as a "dog on dog incident", and later confirmed words of advice had been given.
Officers posted on social media to say the injured dog's owner, who remains anonymous, had been updated and was happy with the police action.
Now, neighbours of Lola's owner in Kidderminster have set up a fundraising page to help pay for her veterinary treatment, which they say will involve another operation costing in the region of £2,000.
Gina Harper and her partner, who launched the fundraising appeal, were walking Lola that day as a favour for the dog's elderly owner, who had recently broken a hip.
According to Gina, Lola was muzzled at the time of the incident.
She said: "It just happened really quick.
"We had discussed whether to go into the paddock as there was already another dog in there, but they had been in each other's company a few weeks before with no problems.
"The attack was really bad - it ripped some of her skin away from muscle.
"The wound on her chest was particularly bad - it was about the size of the palm of your hand. The vet had to put drains in.
"It was really horrendous. We didn’t know if she was going to survive."
Gina said Lola is recovering well from her first surgery, but will need to undergo a second operation with general anaesthetic and revisit the vet regularly for check-ups.
Neighbours have already rallied round to donate £440 towards Lola's vet bills, and Gina has now set up a fundraising page to help raise £1,500 to help pay for her ongoing treatment.
She said: "Lola's owner is very hard to accept help but it's not fair for her to have to pay all of this on her own.
"She's a pensioner who lives on her own. She didn't have pet insurance and we've had no sign of contribution from the other dog owner.
"Lola's treatment is ongoing so she will have to pay out more money every time she goes back."
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kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-26--No new Covid-19 deaths in Worcestershire hospitals for fifth day in a row

THERE have been no further coronavirus related deaths in Worcestershire hospitals for the fifth day in a row .
The latest figures , announced by the NHS today ( May 26 ) , show no further reported deaths in county hospitals due to Covid-19 .
The total number of hospital deaths therefore remains at 270 , made up of 247 deaths at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust and 23 at Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust .
The latest figures relate to new deaths being announced ( the deaths did not all happen on the same day ) .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who tested positive for coronavirus have died , bringing the total number of confirmed reported deaths in hospitals in England to to 25,866 .
Patients were aged between 50 and 100 years old .
One of the patients ( aged 71 ) had no known underlying health condition .
Their families have been informed .
The acute hospital trust covers Worcestershire Royal Hospital , Evesham Community Hospital as well as the Alexandra Hospital in Redditch and Kidderminster Hospital .
The health and care NHS trust covers community hospitals and rehabilitation wards , including @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hospital , Evesham Community Hospital , Pershore Community Hospital , the Princess of Wales Community Hospital in Bromsgrove , Tenbury Community Hospital and the Wye Forest Ward .
The figures on deaths relate to patients who have died in hospital and who have tested positive for Covid-19 .
They do not include deaths outside hospital , such as those in care homes , prisons , ambulances or in the community .
The government releases a daily figure for deaths outside of hospitals .
Public Health England does not give a regional breakdown .

The latest figures, announced by the NHS today (May 26), show no further reported deaths in county hospitals due to Covid-19.
The total number of hospital deaths therefore remains at 270, made up of 247 deaths at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust and 23 at Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust.
The latest figures relate to new deaths being announced (the deaths did not all happen on the same day).
In England, a further 116 people, who tested positive for coronavirus have died, bringing the total number of confirmed reported deaths in hospitals in England to to 25,866.
Patients were aged between 50 and 100 years old. One of the patients (aged 71) had no known underlying health condition.
Their families have been informed.
The acute hospital trust covers Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Evesham Community Hospital as well as the Alexandra Hospital in Redditch and Kidderminster Hospital. The health and care NHS trust covers community hospitals and rehabilitation wards, including Worcester City Impatient Unit, Malvern Community Hospital, Evesham Community Hospital, Pershore Community Hospital, the Princess of Wales Community Hospital in Bromsgrove, Tenbury Community Hospital and the Wye Forest Ward.
The figures on deaths relate to patients who have died in hospital and who have tested positive for Covid-19. They do not include deaths outside hospital, such as those in care homes, prisons, ambulances or in the community.
The government releases a daily figure for deaths outside of hospitals. Public Health England does not give a regional breakdown.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-26--Here's how easyJet customers targeted in a cyber attack may get £2,000

EasyJet customers whose details were accessed by hackers may be entitled up to £2,000 in compensation .
The budget airline , which flies from airports across the UK to destinations to Europe and beyond , confirmed on May 19 , 2020 , that sensitive personal data of nine million customers from around the world had been exposed in a data breach .
When did the data breach happen ?
The breach itself occurred in January 2020 but despite notifying the UK ’ s Information Commissioner ’ s Office at that time , easyJet waited four months to notify its customers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cyber attack ?
The sensitive personal data leaked includes full names , email addresses and travel data that included departure dates , arrival dates and booking dates .
In particular , the exposure of details of individuals ’ personal travel patterns may pose security risks to individuals and is a gross invasion of privacy .
Claim launched in the High Court of London International law firm PGMBM have issued a class action claim in the High Court of London on behalf of easyJet customers impacted by the data breach – with a potential @ @ @ @ @ @ @ customer who was impacted .
Under Article 82 of the EU General Data Protection Regulation ( EU-GDPR ) , customers have a right to compensation for inconvenience , distress , annoyance and loss of control of their personal data .
Litigation specialists PGMBM have now issued the claim form on behalf of impacted customers , having been contacted by numerous affected people when the data breach was made public .
PGMBM are seeking a group litigation order and have urged all of those affected to come forward and join the claim to purse @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a team of Queen ’ s Counsel and Junior Barristers from Serle Court and four New Square Chambers ; two of the most renowned Barristers ’ Chambers in the UK .
What has the law firm said ?
Tom Goodhead , PGMBM Managing Partner , said : “ This is a monumental data breach and a terrible failure of responsibility that has a serious impact on easyJet ’ s customers .
“ This is personal information that we trust companies with , and customers rightly expect that every effort is made to protect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has leaked sensitive personal information of nine million customers from all around of the world.
” All affected easyJet customers from around the world can join the claim on a 'no-win , no-fee basis ' at www.theeasyjetclaim.com .
They may be entitled to £2,000 each in compensation .
With nine million customers ’ data known to have been leaked , easyJet ’ s potential liability is £18billion .

The budget airline, which flies from airports across the UK to destinations to Europe and beyond, confirmed on May 19, 2020, that sensitive personal data of nine million customers from around the world had been exposed in a data breach.
When did the data breach happen?
The breach itself occurred in January 2020 but despite notifying the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office at that time, easyJet waited four months to notify its customers.
What details were accessed in the cyber attack?
The sensitive personal data leaked includes full names, email addresses and travel data that included departure dates, arrival dates and booking dates.
In particular, the exposure of details of individuals’ personal travel patterns may pose security risks to individuals and is a gross invasion of privacy.
Claim launched in the High Court of London
International law firm PGMBM have issued a class action claim in the High Court of London on behalf of easyJet customers impacted by the data breach – with a potential liability of £18billion, or £2,000 per customer who was impacted.
Under Article 82 of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU-GDPR), customers have a right to compensation for inconvenience, distress, annoyance and loss of control of their personal data.
Litigation specialists PGMBM have now issued the claim form on behalf of impacted customers, having been contacted by numerous affected people when the data breach was made public.
PGMBM are seeking a group litigation order and have urged all of those affected to come forward and join the claim to purse compensation.
The law firm have instructed a team of Queen’s Counsel and Junior Barristers from Serle Court and four New Square Chambers; two of the most renowned Barristers’ Chambers in the UK.
What has the law firm said?
Tom Goodhead, PGMBM Managing Partner, said: “This is a monumental data breach and a terrible failure of responsibility that has a serious impact on easyJet’s customers.
“This is personal information that we trust companies with, and customers rightly expect that every effort is made to protect their privacy.
“Unfortunately, easyJet has leaked sensitive personal information of nine million customers from all around of the world.”
How can affected easyJet customers claim compensation?
All affected easyJet customers from around the world can join the claim on a 'no-win, no-fee basis' at www.theeasyjetclaim.com.
They may be entitled to £2,000 each in compensation. With nine million customers’ data known to have been leaked, easyJet’s potential liability is £18billion.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-26--Hand sanitiser: Why you shouldn’t leave it in your car

Experts have warned people against leaving hand sanitiser in their cars - especially during warmer weather .
The alert comes from Florida Gold Coast University associate professor , Dr Greg Boyce , who told Drivetribe that warm temperatures can cause the alcohol in hand sanitiser to evaporate .
Temperatures inside vehicles can quickly rise , especially if it has been parked in direct sunlight , but as alcohol is the active ingredient to help kill both bacteria and viruses , the sanitiser then wo n't be able to work in the way that it ’ s supposed to .
Warm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The US Centers for Disease and Control Prevention ( CDC ) said : “ Washing hands with soap and water whenever possible because handwashing reduces the amounts of all types of germs and chemicals on hands .
“ But if soap and water are not available , using a hand sanitiser with at least 60 per cent alcohol can help you avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others.
” “ When using hand sanitiser , apply the product to the palm of one hand ( read the label to learn the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all over the surfaces of your hands until your hands are dry , ” the CDC advises .
Where should I store my hand sanitiser ?
Hand sanitiser could also potentially damage your car if it leaks .
Ford engineers have previously conducted research into this , finding that the ingredients in the sanitiser can cause the interior surfaces of your car to wear prematurely .
The Health Sciences Authority ( HSA ) explains : “ Alcohol-containing hand sanitisers should be stored in a cool place .
`` They should not be kept @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , particularly for those in bigger volumes ( more than 100ml ) .
“ Always ensure that the lids and caps of the hand sanitisers are properly sealed .
`` This is to avoid leakage onto other items ( e.g .
pockets , clothes , bags , vehicles and bedding ) which may become a potential fire hazard .
”

The alert comes from Florida Gold Coast University associate professor, Dr Greg Boyce, who told Drivetribe that warm temperatures can cause the alcohol in hand sanitiser to evaporate.
Temperatures inside vehicles can quickly rise, especially if it has been parked in direct sunlight, but as alcohol is the active ingredient to help kill both bacteria and viruses, the sanitiser then won't be able to work in the way that it’s supposed to.
Warm hand sanitiser can also irritate the skin.
The US Centers for Disease and Control Prevention (CDC) said: “Washing hands with soap and water whenever possible because handwashing reduces the amounts of all types of germs and chemicals on hands.
“But if soap and water are not available, using a hand sanitiser with at least 60 per cent alcohol can help you avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others.”
“When using hand sanitiser, apply the product to the palm of one hand (read the label to learn the correct amount) and rub the product all over the surfaces of your hands until your hands are dry,” the CDC advises.
Where should I store my hand sanitiser?
Hand sanitiser could also potentially damage your car if it leaks.
Ford engineers have previously conducted research into this, finding that the ingredients in the sanitiser can cause the interior surfaces of your car to wear prematurely.
The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) explains: “Alcohol-containing hand sanitisers should be stored in a cool place.
"They should not be kept in places near open flames and heat, particularly for those in bigger volumes (more than 100ml).
“Always ensure that the lids and caps of the hand sanitisers are properly sealed.
"This is to avoid leakage onto other items (e.g. pockets, clothes, bags, vehicles and bedding) which may become a potential fire hazard.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-26--UK cases of coronavirus area-by-area

UK cases of coronavirus area-by-area

WHICH areas have the highest number of confirmed coronavirus cases ?
Below is a chart of all local authority areas @ @ @ @ @ areas in Scotland , and how many people have tested positive .
The numbers are @ @ @ @ @ highest and lowest numbers automatically switching places as the days go by .
Refresh the @ @ @ @ @ again .
ALL AREAS - ( ZOOM IN - looped animation works best on mobile @ @ @ @ @ has the highest single nunber of cases by local authority area .
London is split @ @ @ @ @ These figures only represent those who have been tested , and received a positive test @

Below is a chart of all local authority areas for England and health board areas in Scotland, and how many people have tested positive.
The numbers are updated day-to-day, with the highest and lowest numbers automatically switching places as the days go by.
Refresh the page to see the animation again.
TOP 30 AREAS ONLY
ALL AREAS - (ZOOM IN - looped animation works best on mobile browsers)
Currently, Kent has the highest single nunber of cases by local authority area.
London is split into is constituent boroughs.
These figures only represent those who have been tested, and received a positive test.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-27--Plans for £30m energy and resource park in Kidderminster

PLANS have been revealed to build a £30m park in Kidderminster to generate low carbon energy and recover plastic waste .
A company set up to run the project , Power Generation Midlands ( PGM ) , wants to develop an `` energy and resource park '' on land next to the Liberty Aluminium foundry in Stourport Road .
The park would include an energy centre , using non-hazardous commercial and industrial waste from the local area to generate low carbon energy , and a plastics recovery plant to turn plastic waste into a material that can then be recycled @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and resource park would be located next to Liberty Aluminium foundry in Stourport Road Bosses at PGM say the park could divert around 105,000 tonnes of waste from landfill every year , including 30,000 tonnes of plastic which could be turned into granules for new products such as garden furniture and decking .
PGM 's Damian Courtney said : “ The energy and resource park will take waste from the local area which is destined for landfill and , rather than burying it in the ground , we ’ ll use it to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reduce the use of fossil fuels .
`` We ’ re also excited to be providing a solution for plastic waste which is a huge problem facing society . ''
As part of the plans , energy produced at the park would be used to supply electricity and heat to the foundry next door .
The park itself is expected to create 60 construction jobs and 25 permanent jobs once complete , while the power provided to Liberty Aluminium would allow the foundry to expand its operations in the town - investing £8m @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ian Whale , divisional managing director at Liberty Aluminium , said : “ This is a really exciting initiative which could not only create local jobs but help increase recycling and divert waste from landfill .
`` We ’ re keen to explore how the proposed Energy & Resource Park could help our long term strategy to become carbon neutral by 2030 through the provision of low carbon energy .
Power Generation Midlands says the Kidderminster park could divert around 105,000 tonnes of waste from landfill every year , including 30,000 tonnes of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to our business and lower prices will make us more competitive , win more business and create more jobs.
” PGM also plans to develop an education facility at the park to enable local schools to visit and learn about low carbon energy .
The company hopes to submit an official planning application to Worcestershire County Council this summer .
If the application is approved , the project is expected to take up to two years to build .
A public consultation on the plans is now under way and newsletters have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ businesses in Kidderminster .
Visit powergenerationmidlands.co.uk to fill out an online questionnaire before June 26 .
What do you think of the plans ?
Email your thoughts to editorial @ kidderminstershuttle.co.uk .

A company set up to run the project, Power Generation Midlands (PGM), wants to develop an "energy and resource park" on land next to the Liberty Aluminium foundry in Stourport Road.
The park would include an energy centre, using non-hazardous commercial and industrial waste from the local area to generate low carbon energy, and a plastics recovery plant to turn plastic waste into a material that can then be recycled into new products.
The Kidderminster energy and resource park would be located next to Liberty Aluminium foundry in Stourport Road
Bosses at PGM say the park could divert around 105,000 tonnes of waste from landfill every year, including 30,000 tonnes of plastic which could be turned into granules for new products such as garden furniture and decking.
PGM's Damian Courtney said: “The energy and resource park will take waste from the local area which is destined for landfill and, rather than burying it in the ground, we’ll use it to create low carbon energy, helping to reduce the use of fossil fuels.
"We’re also excited to be providing a solution for plastic waste which is a huge problem facing society."
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As part of the plans, energy produced at the park would be used to supply electricity and heat to the foundry next door.
The park itself is expected to create 60 construction jobs and 25 permanent jobs once complete, while the power provided to Liberty Aluminium would allow the foundry to expand its operations in the town - investing £8m and creating a further 100 jobs.
Ian Whale, divisional managing director at Liberty Aluminium, said: “This is a really exciting initiative which could not only create local jobs but help increase recycling and divert waste from landfill.
"We’re keen to explore how the proposed Energy & Resource Park could help our long term strategy to become carbon neutral by 2030 through the provision of low carbon energy.
Power Generation Midlands says the Kidderminster park could divert around 105,000 tonnes of waste from landfill every year, including 30,000 tonnes of plastic
"Energy is a big cost to our business and lower prices will make us more competitive, win more business and create more jobs.”
PGM also plans to develop an education facility at the park to enable local schools to visit and learn about low carbon energy.
The company hopes to submit an official planning application to Worcestershire County Council this summer.
If the application is approved, the project is expected to take up to two years to build.
A public consultation on the plans is now under way and newsletters have been sent to more than 5,000 households and businesses in Kidderminster.
Visit powergenerationmidlands.co.uk to fill out an online questionnaire before June 26.
What do you think of the plans? Email your thoughts to editorial@kidderminstershuttle.co.uk.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-27--McDonald's confirm when every drive-thru across the country will reopen

McDonald 's have revealed when all of their drive-thru branches across the country will reopen .
In a announcement today ( Wednesday ) the fast-food chain said a total of 1,019 of their restaurants will have opened by Thursday , June 4 - either for Drive Thru or McDelivery .
What have McDonald 's said ?
A McDonald ’ s spokesperson said : `` This means every Drive Thru in the UK and Ireland will reopen between Tuesday and Thursday next week and we will start to expand the availability of McDelivery too .
`` This is only possible following @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our 44 pilot restaurants .
`` Over the last fortnight , our employees , franchisees and suppliers have worked tirelessly to implement new procedures to enable safe working so that we can now help all parts of the UK and Ireland to enjoy the return of the Big Mac .
`` With fewer employees working in our kitchens and service areas , our teams will still need your patience and support as they continue to adjust to the new ways of working . ''
What new safety measures are in place ?
Face @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new safety and hygiene processes mean branches will look different , and customers have been advised that service will take a little longer , as McDonald 's expect demand to be high .
`` Please bear with us , we will continue to put our people first – their safety is our priority , '' the spokesperson added .
'Some drive-thru lanes have closed after overwhelming demand' McDonald 's added : `` In the last week , on occasion , we have taken the decision to close Drive Thru lanes where demand has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our people or customers .
`` We will continue to work with local authorities and the police as we extend our reopening plans .
`` With smaller teams , we will still be offering a limited menu over reduced hours , and we ask that you make contactless payments and limit your spend to £25 .
`` We are continuing to review these measures as we reopen , but for now , these restrictions remain in place to help our employees , customers and delivery partner couriers to remain safe . ''
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ restaurants that will reopen on the morning of each day next week .
What safety measures are in place ?
• Capped spend in Drive Thrus at £25 per car and customers are encouraged to pay by contactless payment methods wherever possible .
• Perspex screens at Drive Thru windows and employees wearing protective equipment , as well as Perspex screens and floor markings in specific areas in the restaurant and kitchen .
• All McDonald ’ s employees will be asked to confirm they are fit and able to work , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ temperatures taken on arrival at work for every shift .
• Social distancing has been introduced in the kitchens and service areas to help create a safe working environment for restaurant teams .

In a announcement today (Wednesday) the fast-food chain said a total of 1,019 of their restaurants will have opened by Thursday, June 4 - either for Drive Thru or McDelivery.
What have McDonald's said?
A McDonald’s spokesperson said: "This means every Drive Thru in the UK and Ireland will reopen between Tuesday and Thursday next week and we will start to expand the availability of McDelivery too.
"This is only possible following the hard work of the teams in our 44 pilot restaurants.
"Over the last fortnight, our employees, franchisees and suppliers have worked tirelessly to implement new procedures to enable safe working so that we can now help all parts of the UK and Ireland to enjoy the return of the Big Mac.
"With fewer employees working in our kitchens and service areas, our teams will still need your patience and support as they continue to adjust to the new ways of working."
What new safety measures are in place?
Face coverings, gloves, Perspex screens and new safety and hygiene processes mean branches will look different, and customers have been advised that service will take a little longer, as McDonald's expect demand to be high.
"Please bear with us, we will continue to put our people first – their safety is our priority," the spokesperson added.
'Some drive-thru lanes have closed after overwhelming demand'
McDonald's added: "In the last week, on occasion, we have taken the decision to close Drive Thru lanes where demand has impacted local communities or the safety of our people or customers.
"We will continue to work with local authorities and the police as we extend our reopening plans.
"With smaller teams, we will still be offering a limited menu over reduced hours, and we ask that you make contactless payments and limit your spend to £25.
"We are continuing to review these measures as we reopen, but for now, these restrictions remain in place to help our employees, customers and delivery partner couriers to remain safe."
Which McDonald's restaurants are reopening?
The company will release the locations of the restaurants that will reopen on the morning of each day next week.
What safety measures are in place?


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-27--Wyre Forest MP Mark Garnier: 'Dominic Cummings must resign'

WYRE Forest 's MP Mark Garnier says he has received more emails than ever before from constituents condemning the Prime Minister 's chief adviser Dominic Cummings for breaching lockdown rules .
The Conservative MP broke his silence on the debate in a radio interview after receiving hundreds of emails from outraged residents , and is now backing calls for Mr Cummings to resign .
Mr Garnier told The Shuttle the emails denouncing Cummings ' actions - which saw him drive 260 miles to his parents ’ property in Durham when his wife was experiencing coronavirus symptoms - outnumber those supporting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` Whilst I have no affection for [ Cummings ] , I do recognise that he has value in government and my initial thoughts were that he should probably be kept .
`` But it is clear to me that despite his story , despite an element of politics in this , and despite his value to the government , his remaining in Number 10 now causes too many problems at multiple levels .
`` For him to stay would be to reject the valiant efforts of millions of us all who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this infection .
His resignation is now the only way forward . ''
Mr Garnier added : `` The guidance if sick is to stay at home – not any home , or someone else ’ s home , or even a second home .
You must stay at you own home .
`` He admitted to , firstly , going to Downing Street when he should have been self-isolating .
`` He then , literally , packed his car with coronavirus and drove it to an area where there was relatively little @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , he embarked on a bizarre road test of his ability to drive .
This is in clear breach of the Highway Code rule 91 ( fitness to drive ) and rule 92 ( eyesight ) .
`` Aside from that , it was just plain dumb . ''
Mr Garnier cited a Sky interview with the Bishop of Worcester , who has since received death threats , where Bishop John Inge responded to a question about Boris Johnson 's insistence that Mr Cummings was merely following a basic instinct to protect his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ society suppresses many basic instincts in the interest of civilisation and wider society .
Mr Garnier responded : `` That is what millions of people have done .
They have obeyed the rules of lockdown against their own instincts and desires - to be with loved ones , to protect friends and family and to be with dying relatives - in order to protect wider society against this appalling disease .
`` They have all done their bit , including many on the front line putting themselves and possibly their family at mortal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dominic Cummings , an architect of all these measures , do likewise ? ''
Reacting to Mr Cummings ' public statement , Mr Garnier said he sympathised with the plight of his family and the `` media storm '' the debate has caused .
He said : `` Looking at his comments , and the fact that Durham Police have retracted their original statement and issued one clarified in Cummings ’ s favour , I have a small amount of sympathy for the plight of his family as they came down with CV19 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in that his home is high profile and he frequently has reporters camped outside his house .
`` Indeed , his local MP has been reported as encouraging his neighbours to show their anger at him .
`` Had he stayed in London , any help he secured for his four-year old son would have created its own media storm .
To a certain extent he would be damned whatever he did . ''

The Conservative MP broke his silence on the debate in a radio interview after receiving hundreds of emails from outraged residents, and is now backing calls for Mr Cummings to resign.
Mr Garnier told The Shuttle the emails denouncing Cummings' actions - which saw him drive 260 miles to his parents’ property in Durham when his wife was experiencing coronavirus symptoms - outnumber those supporting him 100 to 1.
He said: "Whilst I have no affection for [Cummings], I do recognise that he has value in government and my initial thoughts were that he should probably be kept.
"But it is clear to me that despite his story, despite an element of politics in this, and despite his value to the government, his remaining in Number 10 now causes too many problems at multiple levels.
"For him to stay would be to reject the valiant efforts of millions of us all who have done what we can to squash this infection. His resignation is now the only way forward."
Mr Garnier added: "The guidance if sick is to stay at home – not any home, or someone else’s home, or even a second home. You must stay at you own home.
"He admitted to, firstly, going to Downing Street when he should have been self-isolating.
"He then, literally, packed his car with coronavirus and drove it to an area where there was relatively little infection.
"When he had recovered, he embarked on a bizarre road test of his ability to drive. This is in clear breach of the Highway Code rule 91 (fitness to drive) and rule 92 (eyesight).
"Aside from that, it was just plain dumb."
Mr Garnier cited a Sky interview with the Bishop of Worcester, who has since received death threats, where Bishop John Inge responded to a question about Boris Johnson's insistence that Mr Cummings was merely following a basic instinct to protect his family.
The bishop said that civilised society suppresses many basic instincts in the interest of civilisation and wider society.
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Mr Garnier responded: "That is what millions of people have done. They have obeyed the rules of lockdown against their own instincts and desires - to be with loved ones, to protect friends and family and to be with dying relatives - in order to protect wider society against this appalling disease.
"They have all done their bit, including many on the front line putting themselves and possibly their family at mortal risk. So why didn’t Dominic Cummings, an architect of all these measures, do likewise?"
Reacting to Mr Cummings' public statement, Mr Garnier said he sympathised with the plight of his family and the "media storm" the debate has caused.
He said: "Looking at his comments, and the fact that Durham Police have retracted their original statement and issued one clarified in Cummings’s favour, I have a small amount of sympathy for the plight of his family as they came down with CV19.
"His is an unusual position in that his home is high profile and he frequently has reporters camped outside his house.
"Indeed, his local MP has been reported as encouraging his neighbours to show their anger at him.
"Had he stayed in London, any help he secured for his four-year old son would have created its own media storm. To a certain extent he would be damned whatever he did."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-27--Bewdley factory making hand sanitiser in coronavirus lockdown

A SEALANT and adhesive factory in Bewdley has switched half of its operations to making hand sanitiser to help meet demand during the coronavirus lockdown .
Bondloc UK has adapted its factory at Bewdley Business Park during the pandemic and , within a week , perfected a 75 per cent alcohol formula to sell to customers .
In the last six weeks , Bondloc has supplied over 150,000 bottles of hand sanitiser and have now launched a new range of automatic dispensing units for offices , retail and commercial settings .
Bondloc has supplied over 150,000 bottles of hand sanitiser @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Warren Wilkinson said : “ We knew the lockdown was going to have an impact on our business and the demand for our core adhesive ranges , so when an existing customer enquired about hand sanitiser we decided to evaluate how feasible it was for us to produce it .
“ Within a week , we had a proven and tested 75 per cent alcohol formulation conforming to WHO and EN12791 .
`` By recycling our slow moving packaging , we were able to react immediately to the increasing demand and supply quickly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of what the team at Bondloc has achieved in such a short space of time .
`` We owe our survival to firstly our customers and our dedicated employees who make the business what it is today.
” Bondloc owners Warren Wilkinson and Mark Adams at their factory in Bewdley Bondloc started manufacturing engineering adhesives for JCB , and has been supplying to the industrial , engineering and automotive sectors for 25 years .
Its products are sold in 30 countries and its Bewdley factory employs 30 staff .
One of Bondloc 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mental Illness .
Head of accommodation services Rachael Glover-Winfield said : `` Due to the Covid-19 outbreak , we were struggling to obtain hand sanitiser for our accomodation and nursing services across the UK .
`` When I heard Bondloc had started to produce it locally , I contacted them immediately to see if they could supply us directly .
`` Not only did they oblige but they consulted with us on packaging options to ensure our needs were met effectively .
Rethink Mental Illness was among Bondloc 's first hand gel customers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are as safe as they can be and they can continue to provide safe support during this difficult time .
We can ’ t thank them enough.
” The company is now finalising deals to supply hand sanitiser to local schools , which are set to see some children from select year groups return from next week .
Bondloc founder and co-owner Mark Adams added : “ During and after this crisis , everybody will be more conscious of hand sanitising going about their daily routine ; eating out , driving , going @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we are keen to support this shift change by evolving future sanitising products that help keep both the workplace and communities safe .
”

Bondloc UK has adapted its factory at Bewdley Business Park during the pandemic and, within a week, perfected a 75 per cent alcohol formula to sell to customers.
In the last six weeks, Bondloc has supplied over 150,000 bottles of hand sanitiser and have now launched a new range of automatic dispensing units for offices, retail and commercial settings.
Bondloc has supplied over 150,000 bottles of hand sanitiser over the last 6 weeks
Joint owner Warren Wilkinson said: “We knew the lockdown was going to have an impact on our business and the demand for our core adhesive ranges, so when an existing customer enquired about hand sanitiser we decided to evaluate how feasible it was for us to produce it.
“Within a week, we had a proven and tested 75 per cent alcohol formulation conforming to WHO and EN12791.
"By recycling our slow moving packaging, we were able to react immediately to the increasing demand and supply quickly.
"I’m super proud of what the team at Bondloc has achieved in such a short space of time.
"We owe our survival to firstly our customers and our dedicated employees who make the business what it is today.”
Bondloc owners Warren Wilkinson and Mark Adams at their factory in Bewdley
Bondloc started manufacturing engineering adhesives for JCB, and has been supplying to the industrial, engineering and automotive sectors for 25 years.
Its products are sold in 30 countries and its Bewdley factory employs 30 staff.
One of Bondloc's newest customers is mental health charity Rethink Mental Illness.
Head of accommodation services Rachael Glover-Winfield said: "Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, we were struggling to obtain hand sanitiser for our accomodation and nursing services across the UK.
"When I heard Bondloc had started to produce it locally, I contacted them immediately to see if they could supply us directly.
"Not only did they oblige but they consulted with us on packaging options to ensure our needs were met effectively.
Rethink Mental Illness was among Bondloc's first hand gel customers
"It’s ensured our teams are as safe as they can be and they can continue to provide safe support during this difficult time. We can’t thank them enough.”
The company is now finalising deals to supply hand sanitiser to local schools, which are set to see some children from select year groups return from next week.
Bondloc founder and co-owner Mark Adams added: “During and after this crisis, everybody will be more conscious of hand sanitising going about their daily routine; eating out, driving, going to the cinema or the gym, and we are keen to support this shift change by evolving future sanitising products that help keep both the workplace and communities safe.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-05-27--Space X: This is what time it will launch and where to watch it live

Nasa and SpaceX are on course to make history as they launch two astronauts into space from US soil for the first time since 2011 .
Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley will journey to the International Space Station ( ISS ) at about 9.30pm UK time on Wednesday , May 27 , in a spacecraft built by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk ’ s firm .
It will also be the first time a private company has attempted to send astronauts into space .
Here ’ s what you need to know about the mission .
What is the purpose of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as Demo-2 , will allow the US to once again send humans into space .
According to Nasa , this is a demonstration mission to show SpaceX ’ s ability to ferry astronauts to the space station and back safely .
It is the final major step required by SpaceX ’ s astronaut carrier , the Crew Dragon , to get certified by Nasa ’ s Commercial Crew Programme for more long-term manned missions to space .
Who are Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley ?
Mr Behnken , 48 , and Mr Hurley @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who have been involved in testing of the Crew Dragon capsule .
Mr Hurley , who was a fighter pilot in the US Marine Corps , was on the final flight of the space shuttle Atlantis in 2011 before it was discontinued .
Mr Behnken was a flight test engineer with the US Air Force before joining Nasa , and has spent just over 29 days in space , which includes 37 hours of spacewalking time .
He will serve as the mission ’ s joint operations commander and take responsibility for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dragon capsule , while Mr Hurley will be in charge of the launch , landing and recovery of the vehicle in his role as the Crew Dragon spacecraft commander .
The two men will be wearing spacesuits designed by SpaceX with help from Hollywood costume designer Jose Fernandez .
How will the astronauts get to the space station ?
The Falcon 9 rocket will take off from launchpad 39A at the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida , carrying the Crew Dragon spacecraft with Mr Behnken and Mr Hurley strapped inside .
Shortly after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what is called a first stage and a second stage .
The first stage will return to a SpaceX landing ship which will be stationed in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Florida , while the second part of the rocket continue the journey with the Crew Dragon .
Once in orbit , the Crew Dragon will then separate from the second stage and travel at around 17,000mph before being in a position to rendezvous , and dock , with the space station 24 hours later .
What will they do when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Behnken and Mr Hurley will test the Crew Dragon ’ s environmental control system , the displays and controls , and the manoeuvring thrusters .
They will also monitor the autonomous docking system during the approach to the space station , according to Nasa .
The duo will become members of the Expedition 63 crew and perform further tests on the Crew Dragon along with other tasks related to the space station .
But the pair ’ s main mission is to conclude the validation process that is required by Nasa to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can operate safely .
How and when will they return ?
The Demo-2 mission is expected to last anything between one and four months .
But Nasa said the duration of this mission would be determined by when the next commercial crew will be able to travel to the space station .
The spacecraft will be capable of staying in orbit for at least 210 days .
When it is time to return , the Crew Dragon will autonomously undock with Mr Behnken and Mr Hurley on board and depart the space station @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to re-enter the Earth ’ s atmosphere , the spacecraft will deploy four parachutes to slow its descent and splash down in the Atlantic Ocean , just off the coast of Florida .
SpaceX ’ s recovery ship , called Go Navigator , will be waiting nearby to retrieve the duo and ferry them to Cape Canaveral .
Why did Nasa stop sending astronauts into space ?
In 2010 , the US started to wind down its space shuttle programme which had carried astronauts into orbit for three decades with the aim of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mars missions .
Nasa asked private companies such as Space X and Boeing to design the technologies which would allow passengers to travel to space , while opting to pay Russia to send American astronauts to the space station as an interim arrangement .
If Demo-2 is successful , SpaceX will be allowed to go ahead with more manned missions to the space stations as part of their 2.6 billion US dollar ( £2.1 billion ) contract with Nasa .
Boeing also has a similar deal with the space agency , worth 4.2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , to send astronauts to the space station in its CST-100 Starliner crew capsule , although its vehicle is not expected to be ready until next year .
How can I watch the launch live ?
NASA 's official YouTube channel will stream the launch live .
A link to the channel is below :

Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley will journey to the International Space Station (ISS) at about 9.30pm UK time on Wednesday, May 27, in a spacecraft built by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk’s firm.
It will also be the first time a private company has attempted to send astronauts into space.
Here’s what you need to know about the mission.
What is the purpose of the mission?
The mission, known as Demo-2, will allow the US to once again send humans into space.
According to Nasa, this is a demonstration mission to show SpaceX’s ability to ferry astronauts to the space station and back safely.
It is the final major step required by SpaceX’s astronaut carrier, the Crew Dragon, to get certified by Nasa’s Commercial Crew Programme for more long-term manned missions to space.
Who are Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley?
Mr Behnken, 48, and Mr Hurley, 53, are experienced Nasa astronauts who have been involved in testing of the Crew Dragon capsule.
Mr Hurley, who was a fighter pilot in the US Marine Corps, was on the final flight of the space shuttle Atlantis in 2011 before it was discontinued.
Mr Behnken was a flight test engineer with the US Air Force before joining Nasa, and has spent just over 29 days in space, which includes 37 hours of spacewalking time.
He will serve as the mission’s joint operations commander and take responsibility for the rendezvous, docking and undocking of the Dragon capsule, while Mr Hurley will be in charge of the launch, landing and recovery of the vehicle in his role as the Crew Dragon spacecraft commander.
The two men will be wearing spacesuits designed by SpaceX with help from Hollywood costume designer Jose Fernandez.
How will the astronauts get to the space station?
The Falcon 9 rocket will take off from launchpad 39A at the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida, carrying the Crew Dragon spacecraft with Mr Behnken and Mr Hurley strapped inside.
Shortly after lift-off, the rocket will separate into what is called a first stage and a second stage.
The first stage will return to a SpaceX landing ship which will be stationed in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Florida, while the second part of the rocket continue the journey with the Crew Dragon.
Once in orbit, the Crew Dragon will then separate from the second stage and travel at around 17,000mph before being in a position to rendezvous, and dock, with the space station 24 hours later.
What will they do when they are in the space station?
Mr Behnken and Mr Hurley will test the Crew Dragon’s environmental control system, the displays and controls, and the manoeuvring thrusters.
They will also monitor the autonomous docking system during the approach to the space station, according to Nasa.
The duo will become members of the Expedition 63 crew and perform further tests on the Crew Dragon along with other tasks related to the space station.
But the pair’s main mission is to conclude the validation process that is required by Nasa to ensure the spacecraft designed to carry astronauts can operate safely.
How and when will they return?
The Demo-2 mission is expected to last anything between one and four months. But Nasa said the duration of this mission would be determined by when the next commercial crew will be able to travel to the space station.
The spacecraft will be capable of staying in orbit for at least 210 days.
When it is time to return, the Crew Dragon will autonomously undock with Mr Behnken and Mr Hurley on board and depart the space station.
Shortly after firing up its engines to re-enter the Earth’s atmosphere, the spacecraft will deploy four parachutes to slow its descent and splash down in the Atlantic Ocean, just off the coast of Florida.
SpaceX’s recovery ship, called Go Navigator, will be waiting nearby to retrieve the duo and ferry them to Cape Canaveral.
Why did Nasa stop sending astronauts into space?
In 2010, the US started to wind down its space shuttle programme which had carried astronauts into orbit for three decades with the aim of focusing on building technology for Moon and Mars missions.
Nasa asked private companies such as Space X and Boeing to design the technologies which would allow passengers to travel to space, while opting to pay Russia to send American astronauts to the space station as an interim arrangement.
What’s next?
If Demo-2 is successful, SpaceX will be allowed to go ahead with more manned missions to the space stations as part of their 2.6 billion US dollar (£2.1 billion) contract with Nasa.
Boeing also has a similar deal with the space agency, worth 4.2 billion US dollars (£3.4 billion), to send astronauts to the space station in its CST-100 Starliner crew capsule, although its vehicle is not expected to be ready until next year.
How can I watch the launch live?
NASA's official YouTube channel will stream the launch live. A link to the channel is below: